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What would you like to see happen that isn't happening? There are so many positive projects and initiatives moving forward in our community. One of these is our "I Am Macon" destination customer service training. We've had over 350 tourism ambassadors complete the program, so far this year, but I'd like to see more participation from the front-line employees at our area restaurants, hotels and shuttle and taxi companies. They are often the first impression that a visitor has of Macon, and we'd like to provide this free training to help more of them better serve our visitors. The future looks brighter when you plan for it. TM Tell us about your personal goals and where you would like to be personally and professionally in five years. Personally, I'd like to complete two of the destination trips on my "bucket list" in the next five years - the Grand Canyon and Mount Rushmore. Professionally, I'd like to see our CVB continue to make strides in developing tourism leaders in our state and region and increasing awareness of Macon as a great leisure destination and place to live. What would you like to see happen that isn't happening? I often feel like there is a lot accomplished in silos or in spite of the lack of a well-articulated global vision for the community. We must invest in ourselves and use bold public-private partnerships to cement civic pride and promote growth in jobs. Tell us about your personal goals and where you would like to be personally and professionally in five years. I want to continue the work that is coming along quite nicely here in Macon. What is in motion now is really exciting, and I am grateful to continue to be a part of it. With luck, we'll be well into the work of a master plan in five years. I also quite enjoy where I am personally - married to Eleta and living in our wonderful Vine-Ingle area home. DAY & ENNIS, LLC FEE-ONLY FINANCIAL PLANNING www.dayandennis.com (478) 474-7480 AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2013 MACON MAGAZINE I 25