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October,
2008
For Immediate Release
Georgia Micro Enterprise Network
Microentrepreneur of the Year
Awarded to Nanette Duffey |
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Kennesaw, GA – October 30, 2008 – The Edge Connection
client, Nanette Duffey, was awarded the “Microentrepreneur
of the Year” Award by GMEN, Georgia Micro Enterprise
Network, at their annual awards pre-conference ceremony held
October 9, 2008. Each GMEN member organization that operates
a microenterprise development program is invited to nominate
up to three entrepreneurs who are graduates that have
excelled in entrepreneurship.
Nanette Duffey is an organizing and training professional
who started Organized Instincts, LLC, ( (
(www.organizedinstincts.com)
in 2005. Organized Instincts (OI) creates unique, customized
systems and spaces that allow clients to enjoy the most
important parts of their lives. By de-cluttering physical
spaces in both homes and workplaces, OI clients can be more
productive while striving towards their goals. OI also helps
organize client’s personal finances and vital document
records. They also provide a support team of collaborative
resource vendors for specialty needs and projects.
When asked about the award Nanette stated “As a solopreneur,
I am excited and honored to receive the award. There isn’t a
lot of recognition that goes with starting a business, so it
is marvelous to receive validation from accomplished
business people and the recognition of how I’ve grown my
business.” Nanette continued to say that “I’m grateful for
the support The Edge Connection provides to me. Taking time
to reflect, this is an important plateau and I’m excited
about what the next growth/accomplishment will be in the
future.”
Participation in The Edge Connection’s 6-week Advanced
Program and the subsequent performance of her business
highlighted Nanette Duffey as a candidate for the award. She
graduated from their 36-hour Market for Success Course as
well as participating in numerous coaching programs and
workshops. Through Nanette’s leadership, Organized Instincts
demonstrated economic growth in sales in first half of 2008
of 158% and it has created two new job positions. In
addition, Nanette has provided community support through
donated services and other work to assist local non-profits.
Janine Anthony, Vice President of Business Services and
Director of the SBA Women’s Business Center at The Edge
stated “I am delighted that Nanette Duffey won the GMEN
Microentrepreneur of the Year Award because she is a very
passionate and determined entrepreneur. She is a continuous
learner, a unique collaborator and innovator, and
demonstrates the qualities necessary to succeed in business
today. The Edge Connection staff is very pleased with the
award and their roll in her success.”
About GMEN:
The Georgia Micro Enterprise Network (GMEN) is a private,
not-for-profit organization established in June 1997 and
dedicated to making a difference in the economic development
of Georgia. Website:
http://www.georgiamicroenterprise.org
About The Edge Connection:
The Edge Connection is a fully independent, not-for-profit
501 (c) (3) organization located at the Coles College of
Business, Kennesaw State University. The Edge Connection
mission is to create opportunities for long-term economic
self-sufficiency and successful entrepreneurship through
comprehensive entrepreneurial training for low- to
moderate-income individuals, women, minorities, and persons
with disabilities throughout metro Atlanta and beyond.
Website:
http://www.theedgeconnection.com
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