Macon Magazine

A P R I L / M AY 2 0 1 9 M A C O N M A G A Z I N E . C O M 3 3 THE MISSION OF NAVICENT HEALTH: Together, we elevate health and well-being through compassionate care. HOW DO YOU DEFINE SUCCESS? In the end, I do not believe we will merely be defined as successful if we had high performing careers. Success also means emphasizing faith, friendship, family and community. In the end, we will be successful if we left a place and a people better than we found it. RIGHT NOW, I'M MOST EXCITED THAT: People are beginning to look to Macon-Bibb County to see how to begin programs in their own communities. Dr. Curtis Jones recently was recognized as National Superintendent of the Year, calling attention to the wonderful work taking place in our school system. Navicent Health recently was recognized with the American Hospital Association's prestigious of Care Award in recognition of to improve health equity and access healthcare services. Personally, I recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's Top 25 Women Leaders in the country, also was nationally recognized by Connection. It is an exciting time Macon-Bibb County, and Navicent honored to positively impact our YOU MIGHT BE SURPRISED Navicent Health is doing so much in the community to keep people Through our Healthy Communities we help provide education and to prevent illness and injury. From flu shots and a clinic at Daybreak homeless, to placing health coaches neighborhoods and community we are working diligently to navigate residents to greater health and wellness. Dr. Ninfa M. Saunders NAVICENT HEALTH 777 Hemlock St., Suite 105 478-633-6952 publicrelations@navicenthealth.org navicenthealth.org PRESIDENT AND CEO SUBMITTED THE MISSION OF THE FOUNDATION IS: The Otis Redding Foundation's mission is to empower, enrich and motivate all young people through programs involving music, writing and instrumentation. HOW DO YOU DEFINE SUCCESS? By doing what you love every day and making a difference in people's lives, whether that's a small way or a life- changing way. Use your resources to better the world around you. THE MOST GRATIFYING PART OF MY JOB: Bringing music to a young person is such a joy. There are so many kids in this community who don't get the chance to pick up an instrument, and it can make the biggest difference in their lives, both socially and academically. THE BEST ADVICE I'VE EVER RECEIVED: It comes from my mother, Zelma, who taught me to always fight for what I believe and never back down. Redding-Andrews OTIS REDDING FOUNDATION 478-742-5737 otisreddingfoundation.org PHOTO BY MARYANN BATES THE MISSION OF YOUR PRACTICE IS: To educate, empower and create a mindset for optimal healthcare through chiropractic by administering spinal adjustments to as many people as possible in an environment that encourages wellness and tranquility. YOU MIGHT BE SURPRISED THAT: I am the first African-American woman to practice in Macon. WHAT ARE YOU EXCITED ABOUT RIGHT NOW? The growth potential is high for entrepreneurship, and the financial opportunities are available to start your own business. In my industry, more individuals are focusing on alternative heath options such as chiropractic. Although the field of chiropractic is not as diverse as it should be, the needle is slowly moving in this direction. THE MOST GRATIFYING PART OF MY JOB: The relationships that I create and nurture through patient care. Dr. Anissa Jones TOTAL HEALTH CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER 498 Poplar St., Macon 478-746-7246 totalhealthmacon.com THE MISSION OF NEWTOWN MACON: To attract, leverage and invest in the self-sustaining transformation of downtown Macon. WOMEN CAN BETTER SUPPORT EACH OTHER BY: Being cheerleaders for each other. When a colleague successfully completes a project, let her know. If you're inspired by a project of a work acquaintance, share it on social media. Shout out the successes of others without hesitation. ADVICE FOR WOMEN WHO WANT TO START A BUSINESS: At NewTown Macon, we work with aspiring and lifelong business owners. Some of the most successful business women are those who have built a comprehensive support system, so build your team. You'll need help with everything from bookkeeping to marketing. And success starts with you – you have to be disciplined with your finances, clear in your vision, and confident to go after what you want to be sustainable. YOU MIGHT BE SURPRISED THAT: We have eight full-time people on staff and five of those staff members aren't originally from Macon. This ratio shows that new people are moving to Macon who are passionate about this community and working beside lifelong Maconites to make real, positive, sustainable change. HOW DO YOU DEFINE SUCCESS? Success happens when everyone has a place at the table. We strive to be intentional and inclusive in our work to build a strong urban core for the entire community. NewTown Macon 555 Poplar St., Macon 478-722-9909 newtownmacon.com BETHANY ROGERS, DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS AND REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT EMILY HOPKINS, DIRECTOR OF PLACE ERIN KELLER, VICE PRESIDENT FOR DEVELOPMENT THE MISSION OF ORANGETHEORY: Our Heart Beat is to deliver proven fitness results for a healthier world. We also seek to build a fun community that gives our members the best tools to succeed in their fitness journey. – Jamie HOW DO YOU DEFINE SUCCESS? Finding something you love doing that also adds value to the world. Working for Orangetheory is so rewarding because we help give people more life every day. Being part of an innovative brand means there is endless opportunity to grow. The more we learn, the more we can give. – Sara THE MOST GRATIFYING PART OF MY JOB: Being able to see first-hand how Orangetheory Fitness is changing lives. I speak to both men and women every day who have been positively impacted by this workout. – Emily YOU MIGHT BE SURPRISED THAT: Ellen Latham, our founder, was out of work and a single mom when she took the Pilates studio she ran from the spare room in her Florida home and made it the multi-million- dollar company that is Orangetheory Fitness. – Emily I ADMIRE WOMEN WHO: Are carefree, free spirited and not afraid to take risks. – Jamie ADVICE FOR WOMEN WHO WANT TO START THEIR OWN BUSINESS: Product, process, people. Know how to network and who to network with. Whatever the business may be, know your product inside and out. Passion and drive will define your success. If people believe you, they will believe in your product. Only hire people that share your vision. – Jamie Orangetheory Fitness GENERAL MANAGER SARA SHUFORD FITNESS MANAGER JAMIE EISCHEN OWNER EMILY CROUCH Forsyth Road, Suite 250, Macon 478-845-4505 studio1148@orangetheoryfitness.com macon.orangetheoryfitness.com Macon Magazine's Women in Business 2019 IN PARTNERSHIP WITH COX COMMUNICATIONS PHOTOGRAPHY BY JESSICA WHITLEY

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