Despite having an extra day to capitalize on productivity , the Atlanta housing market dipped in February due to declines in home sales and housing confidence.
Category: Thought Leadership
Posted inPhilanthropy, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
Helping to End Childhood Homelessness in Greater Atlanta
The facts surrounding homelessness among school children in Greater Atlanta are cause for alarm. Learn how you can help.
Posted inHome Mortgages, Thought Leader, Thought Leadership
The Effects of Subprime Mortgage Shouldn’t Be Forgotten
With a recovering economy and a newly vibrant housing market, we are beginning to see more data and articles referencing the revival of subprime mortgages.
Posted inGlobal Health & Development, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
A Unified Effort: Working to Address Zika Virus
We’ve all seen the alarming stories about the Zika virus, the likelihood that the virus will continue to spread to new areas, and the implications for pregnant women and their unborn children.
Posted inGlobal Health & Development, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
What we really need to combat the Zika virus
As concerns about the Zika virus spread, one thing is clear: the world’s poorest women will bear the brunt of the disease and will have the fewest resources to fight it.
Posted inLaw & Public Policy, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
The disruptive caucus: parties must choose innovators over incumbents
It’s time for government to stop stifling the new economy. If incumbent businesses cannot compete with innovators, there’s a reason.
Posted inHome Mortgages, Thought Leader, Thought Leadership, Uncategorized
Atlanta’s Housing Industry Off to a Great Start in 2016
Atlanta’s residential real estate index improved in January 2016 due to robust home prices, increased down payments and phenomenal homes sales.
Posted inPhilanthropy, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
Investing in your future
While I only meet a few students who apply for our scholarships, I am always awed by their accomplishments and moved by their stories.
Posted inRegion Matters, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
Time for Metro Atlanta to “Pledge” Regional Cooperation
Just as we come together during a Hawks game, the time has come for metro Atlanta communities to coalesce around a plan for the future of our diverse, complex region.
Posted inGlobal Health & Development, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
Working Together to Eliminate Healthcare-associated Infections
Did you know that on any given day, one in every 25 hospital patients in the United States has at least one infection due to their medical care?
Posted inGlobal Health & Development, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
Those Left Behind
Many Syrian refugees have dubbed the journey to Europe as the ‘Death Road’ because of its perilous nature. Despite this, thousands continue to make the trip.
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On the Fence About Purchasing a Home – Now What?
If you’re on the fence about purchasing a home, consider the fact that buying is usually cheaper than renting. Debunk the myth that millennials aren’t interested in homeownership.
Posted inGlobal Health & Development, MAP International, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
World Leprosy Day
World Leprosy Day is celebrated on Sunday, January 31 to coincide with the anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi’s assassination. Gandhi worked tirelessly to impact those afflicted with leprosy.
Posted inSustainable Communities, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
Community Building through Art
Art is here. It isn’t limited to static art museums or traditional musical performances. It’s our living walls, streets, people, and neighborhoods.
Posted inGlobal Health & Development, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
Surveillance Training Helps Prepare Developing Countries for Next Ebola Outbreak
A major factor in Ebola’s 2015 outbreak was weak surveillance systems. In response, TEPHINET, a program at the Task Force for Global Health, has been actively involved.
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How Did 2015 End for the Atlanta Housing Industry?
The Atlanta housing industry ended the year on a more sluggish note than expected. Tight inventory, home sales and a variety of other housing indicators were factors in the end-of-year decline.
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Announcing CDC Foundation’s Next President and CEO, Judy Monroe
As the CDC Foundation board chair, I’m pleased to announce that the next president and CEO of the CDC Foundation is Dr. Judith Monroe.
Posted inLaw & Public Policy, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
For Georgia, a new year and new promise
As a special gift to my friends in the capitol, I’m proposing five public policy resolutions that, if honored, will transform our communities for the better.
Posted inPhilanthropy, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
Make Thoughtful Year-End Giving Decisions
With the end of the year coming rapidly, making thoughtful decisions about year-end giving can feel overwhelming, but I am here to help.
Posted inGlobal Health & Development, Thought Leader, Uncategorized
Are we really changing the world? A look at Georgia’s key role in changing the world.
This Holiday season, consider joining a world changing NGO right here in Georgia and become a part of something bigger – something life changing.
