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WHAT IS THE MISSION OF YOUR BUSINESS? Visit Macon's goal is to encourage economic development by bringing tourism to Macon- Bibb County. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT MACON? New to Macon, I was immediately drawn to the layers and layers of history. There is so much to love about a place that preserves its roots but isn't afraid to reinvent itself and move relevantly into the future like a force. There is also something so beautifully inclusive and accepting about Macon. — Marisa Rodgers HOW CAN EVERYONE BETTER SUPPORT WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS/LEADERS? Actively search out and support businesses led by women. — Charlotte Moody WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT RIGHT NOW? The partnerships that I see between so many great organizations. By working together, we are ensuring our growth. — Ann Starley WHAT WAS THE BEST BUSINESS ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED? Try it first; you never know what you can learn. — Naomi B. Peterson WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE FOR WOMEN? Never be afraid to share your opinions or ideas based on the fear of others' reactions. — Haley Garrett I HOPE MORE WOMEN WILL: If you know what you're good at — speak it! — Trish Whitley WHY IS CENTRAL GEORGIA A GOOD PLACE TO DO BUSINESS? Accessibility. We are literally in the middle of the state. — Kimberly Chambliss HOW CAN WOMEN BETTER SUPPORT EACH OTHER? Mentorship. Women will continue to thrive in the workplace by sharing the knowledge learned over the years. — Mackenzie Manley 2023 Women in Business VISIT MACON 450 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BLVD., MACON, GA 31201 (478) 743-1074 VISITMACON.ORG STANDING, LEFT TO RIGHT: NAOMI PETERSON, HALEY GARRETT, KIMBERLY CHAMBLISS, MACKENZIE MANLEY, TRISH WHITLEY, CHARLOTTE MOODY, ANNA RICHARDS, MARISA RODGERS. SITTING: IRISH HUBBARD, ANN STARLEY S P E C I A L A D V E RT I S I N G S E C T I O N APRIL/MAY 2023 | maconmagazine.com 107