Henry County Business Insight

The organizers of the Day of Joy event lay out the origin and plans for the event which is designed to remove and replace any negativity or anxiety with the inspiration that a day filled with joy brings.

Assistant Director of Nursing Amy Fenn, District 4, Georgia Department of Health, is one of the experts responsible for keeping the Henry County population healthy especially during a pandemic. On Thursday, June 16, Nurse Fenn reviewed the coronavirus case count and its trending and advised the citizens of Henry County how to keep stay healthy which will ultimately impact the viability of the economy. One sure way to help keep businesses open, she says, " Wear a mask." She provides information on preparing for the Fall when the flu season kicks in possibly at the same time that schools re-open.

Seth Woodrow, the Deputy District Environmental Health Director with District 4 of the Georgia Department of Public Health provides insight for the process of reopening restaurants, hair salons, and other businesses that are routinely inspected by the environmental arm of Henry County DPH. Woodrow also gives advice for Henry County citizens for protecting themselves and their families during the COVID-19.

Greg Cannon of Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors leads the #HENRYSTRONG - We Will Get Through This Together campaign to show support for the medical professionals & first responders of Henry County. Listen and learn how the community can participate in the parade on May 6, 2020. 

In Henry County, more than 2,600 jobs were supported by tourism and tourists generated $299 million in direct spend and $8.40 million in local taxes during 2018. Many of these jobs have been eliminated and the employees furloughed or laid off. To support hospitality workers laid off, furloughed or whose hours have been cut, the Henry County CVB has launched “Operation Help for Hospitality,” a food drive.

Partner Relations Manager, Janna Sveto shares information about Operation Help for Hospitality and how the food drive is working to support the industry that is so vital to the health and vitality of the Henry County tourism industry.

Monetary donations can be made through PayPal at www.VisitHenryCountyGeorgia.com/Support. Monetary donations will be used to purchase items wholesale/bulk through Sutherland’s Food Service to augment food items dropped off at participating businesses in Henry County. 

April 14, 2020

Nicole Chapman from Chapman Accounting & Tax Service will discuss and answer questions about the tax ramifications of the different stimulus programs currently being offered.

Piedmont Henry's CEO Dr. Lily Henson steers hospital through COVID-19 pandemic as coronavirus cases continue to climb. Dr. Henson offers insight into the state of the hospital's preparedness as Henry County citizens do their part to curb the surge by sheltering in place and practicing social distancing.

The Federal Census Partner Specialist, Ife Oyeleye, who is leading the government's organized effort in multiple counties is based in Henry County. In this episode of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce Business Insight Podcast, Oyeleye details the Census strategy for counting everyone and how the plan has been impacted by efforts to mitigate COVID-19.

Oyeleye is available to speak to groups and organizations about Census 2020 and shares her contact information below:

Ife Oyeleye

Broadway Actor Jared Bradshaw grew up in McDonough, GA, and chose singing and dancing over soccer at the local middle school. With encouragement from his coaches, teachers, and family, Jared followed his dream and is today a successful actor working full time on Broadway.  Jared's Bing Crosby Christmas Concert tour takes the stage in McDonough on December 20 for a one-night performance at the Henry County Schools Performing Arts Center. 

Henry County Chamber President and CEO Joseph B. Henning sits down with Henry County Commission Chair June Wood to discuss the reasons why  Henry County citizens should vote yes on SPLOST V. Henning presents a wide range of questions frequently asked by local voters to Wood who is adept in the transportation issues facing the county and concerned about the quality of life for all residents.