Meet Dr. Ronald Tolbert, our resident veterinarian right here in College Park city!

There are many things he loves about his job, but COMMUNITY is definitely at the top of that list!

While he could have started and grown his animal clinic anywhere, he tells us in this episode how connected, supportive, and solution-driven this community is, and how these ties helped him keep pushing for success.

As Dr. Tolbert puts it, “I feel blessed for what the community has given me, and I think it’s time now that I give back to the community.” And so, almost 39 years after he built and grew Red Oak Animal Hospital, Dr. Tolbert is now an active member of the College Park and South Fulton County community, helping elevate it to newer heights!

Catch this episode of the Southside Show to learn more about Dr. Tolbert’s career journey as a vet, his thoughts about the advantages of pursuing a career in the Southside, the legacy he wants to leave for the city, and MORE!

For more information about Red Oak Animal Hospital or if you wish to offer support, you can visit their website: https://www.redoakah.com/vets.html

Happy watching! And as always… don’t sleep on the Southside!

Are you a commercial landlord looking to maximize your property and leasing efforts?

We get it. You're eager to open the floodgates for them Benjamins––and investing in commercial real estate is one of the best ways to do so.

But remember... it's not just about knowing the ideal primary asset or property type you want to invest in. Here are 5 critical pointers you need to know!

#1 Your local market's RENTAL RATES

#2 Your OPERATING COSTS

#3 The ideal TENANTS to lease to

#4 The FINANCIAL STRENGTH of your ideal tenants

#5 The overall STRENGTH and CULTURE-FIT of your ideal tenants with other existing tenants.

Catch this episode of the Southside Real Estate Report as Joel Athy picks the brain of our commercial real estate expert, Nichole Menzies on all these tips and more.

Till next time, and remember... don't sleep on the Southside!

A business needs community to thrive—and that's what makes South Fulton a land of rich opportunity.

Just ask Fredericka Jones, owner and operator of Sandtown Pub and chairperson for the South Fulton Convention and Business Bureau.

After all, without the support she experienced from the community and the other local businesses, Sandtown Pub wouldn't be what it is today; a well-loved sports & entertainment food and drink joint that is only thriving as the years go by.

Watch this episode of the Southside Show to learn more about Sandtown Pub, its diverse menu of delectable American cuisines, and its game-changing food truck catering services.

You will also get to know Fredricka's business story, why she chose to open up shop in the Southside, her advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, and her recent appointment as chairperson.

For more information about Sandtown Pub, you can visit their website at https://www.sandtownpub.com/

You can also check them out on social media:

FB: https://www.facebook.com/SandTownPub/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sandtownpub/

We’ll be back with more episodes, but until then... don't sleep on the Southside!

Think you have what it takes to be a leader? It’s not easy—but for councilman Joshua Butler IV, serving his community is worth every sacrifice.

He even declined a scholarship to MIT to follow in the footsteps of Benjamin Mays and Martin Luther King Jr.!

An Atlanta native, council member Butler was elected to office in 2017 as East Point City's Ward D At-Large representative and has been championing the same agenda from the beginning––and that is to spearhead Smart City initiatives that reinforce public safety and economic development.

Today, he works towards this agenda through his efforts to bring more accessible healthcare facilities and general hospitals to the Southside.

He tells us all about it in today's episode of the Southside Show!

Watch to learn more about this much-needed healthcare project, his career journey, and his beliefs about economic development.

To connect with Joshua, give him a follow on  Instagram: @joshuabbutleriv

Have a great day, and remember... don't sleep on the Southside!

Say hello to the CTAE program—a new "classroom-to-career" experience for the youth of Clayton County!

A person's academic years are one of the most critical and formative times of their life. That's where they develop their skills and explore their passions—the fundamental building blocks for a better future.

Our featured guest for today, Mary Shepherd, knows better than most people about the significance of a good education. That has led her to keep pushing Clayton County's Career Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) program to greener pastures as its director.

Catch this episode of the Southside Show to learn more about the CTAE program, its efforts to pioneer an all-new educational experience, Mary's career journey in the field of education, and MORE!

For more information about Clayton County’s CTAE program, you can visit their website: https://www.clayton.k12.ga.us/

You can also check them out on social media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccpsnews/

And as always... don't sleep on the Southside!

#southsideshow #southside #education #learning #explore #career #development #EducationToCareer #ClaytonCounty #AtlantaGA #EducationIsKey #edchat #edu #EdLeaders

They say life's most challenging test is bouncing back from our mistakes and failures.

But what if it seems like your wrongdoings are too many to count? Irredeemable? Is there still hope to become the best version of yourself?

Jay Morrison, our featured guest for today, asked himself those same questions.

If there's one thing he learned throughout his journey from being a high-risk youth and three-time felon to now being the successful founder of the Tulsa Real Estate Fund and co-founder of the Legacy Center...

...it's that your past doesn't have to shape your future.

Sure, turning your life around and achieving greatness takes time. But as long as you’re patient and embrace the long grind, the sky's the limit for you!

Watch this new episode of the Southside Show to learn more about Jay's inspiring transformation, the events that helped change his life, and his overall philosophy about growth and development.

You will also learn about his entrepreneurial and mentorship efforts to better the lives of the Southside community and his plans for the next few years!

To learn more about Jay Morrison or connect with him, you can visit https://www.mrjaymorrison.com/

You can also check him out on social media:

FB: MR.JAY.MORRISON

IG & TWITTER: MRJAYMORRISON

Enjoy today's episode, and remember... don't sleep on the Southside!

Welcome to the pilot episode of the 2023 edition of The Southside Real Estate Report! We are officially back with more updates and game-changing information to help you achieve your real estate goals!

“New year, new beginnings,” as they say. If you’re just about ready to embark on a new chapter in your life and buy your first residential or commercial property, good for you!

But before you get started, there are a handful of things you need to know, like financial requirements, investment options, and more…

Luckily for you, that’s what this episode is all about!

Catch this episode as Joel Athy and Nichole Menzies, your residential and commercial real estate experts, give you a rundown of the factors you need to consider before buying your first residential or commercial property!

Stay tuned for more reports, but until then… don’t sleep on the Southside!

Leading a city’s public safety department is quite a heavy responsibility. With so many factors and random events that can turn into emergencies at any time, settling for the usual way of doing things may not always be enough…

For South Fulton’s Fire Chief Chad Jones, our featured guest in this episode, he serves the needs of the people of South Fulton and Georgia by going above and beyond.

Whether it’s promoting diversity in his department, implementing youth programs, or reinforcing South Fulton’s public safety and healthcare resources, Chad’s efforts to protect the people from different hazards are truly inspirational.

Watch this episode to learn more about Fire Chief Chad Jones’ career journey as a public safety professional, his department’s efforts to better itself and protect the people, and MORE!

For more information about the South Fulton Fire Department or if you wish to offer any assistance to their operations, visit https://southfultontn.com/

You can also check them out on social media:

FB: @SOUTHFULTONGAFIRE

IG: @SOUTHFULTONGAFIRERESCUE

We’ll see you again next week! But until then… don’t sleep on the Southside!

Welcome to the first Southside Show episode of 2023! 2022 was undoubtedly a treat for us thanks to the amazing business and community leaders we featured on the show…

But now… we start anew.

To kick off this year with a bang, we give you none other than Fred Fox! He is the founder and owner of Get Fruity Cafe: a game-changing snack bar that offers healthy wraps, salads, and smoothies made from fresh, all-natural ingredients.

In need of a way to make money during his college days, Fred started Get Fruity as a side hustle, selling fruits and salads to faculty and his fellow students. Today, his enterprise is thriving as a go-to healthy snack bar in the Southside, currently operating in 3 different locations.

Catch the Southside Show’s 2023 pilot episode to learn more about Get Fruity Cafe, its humble beginnings, vision, and future plans. You will also learn about Fred’s entrepreneurial journey, why he chose to open up shop in the Southside, his philosophy when it comes to growing a small business, and MORE!

For more information about Get Fruity Cafe or if you wish to purchase a franchise, visit http://www.mygetfruity.com

You can also check out their social media pages:

FB & IG: @GETFRUITYCAFE

We’ll have a lot more exciting guests to feature this 2023, so stay tuned! And if you needed a reminder… don’t sleep on the Southside!

Without question, the Southside is brimming with a wealth of dreamers, industry disruptors, and forward-thinking business pioneers, who work tirelessly to elevate the lives of those who reside in this region. 

The Southside Show couldn’t have been luckier this year, as we had priceless conversations with these sensational people to learn about their colorful backgrounds and their passion for their trade.

One year-ender recap episode just isn’t enough to give these individuals the proper recognition and appreciation they deserve. So join us again today as we look back at the year that has been for the Southside Show in PART 2 of this special 2022 epilogue recap show!

From our Southside Show family to yours, Happy New Year! Here’s to manifesting a fruitful 2023.

We’ll be back with more episodes soon, but until then… don’t sleep on the Southside!