a2b Fulfillment announces that it will be providing logistics and customer care services for the non-profit, fund-raising campaign, Goodbye Malaria, whose mission is to increase awareness and help fund malaria eradication programs in Africa.
The initiative raises funds that go to The Global Fund and Roll Back Malaria to support on-the-ground malaria elimination programs in Mozambique such as spraying houses to protect families from the malaria-infected mosquitoes. Products made in Africa will be sold to raise funds and include cotton pajamas, which are also symbolic, acting as a call to action – saving lives in your sleep through your purchase. 50% of profits are funneled through the Global Fund into Malaria programs. Other items include beaded bracelets, which are hand-made by women residing in the villages who are able to take care of their families and support their communities.
Goodbye Malaria was founded by Rob Brozin who leads a team of dedicated, passionate game changers focused on product development, advocacy, innovative finance, and much more. “We are excited to bring our program to the US. Increasing the general awareness of the malaria problem in Africa will encourage US consumers to purchase these African-made products and generate funds for the eradication campaigns.”
Co-founder and North American representative David Stern commented “The program creates self-sustainable economies in Africa. All components of the products are produced in Africa, by Africans. That includes the cotton used to make the pajamas.” Stern continues “Products sold in the US stimulate this activity and local African economies. Then, the proceeds of the sales in the US go to the Goodbye Malaria program. It’s a win-win on multiple levels.”
“We are proud to be a partner of this noble effort and are honored to work amongst the other high profile companies and organizations that are all collaborating towards this important and achievable goal.” commented Ayal Latz, President of a2b Fulfillment.
Latz and Stern estimate that the campaign will go live in early October. “We will keep it going as long as there is a problem of malaria” stated Stern. “This is a doable job as long as we can provide the resources. We intend to introduce additional interesting and exciting products from an ever-growing base of African entrepreneurs.”
For more information on Goodbye Malaria, visit www.goodbyemalaria.com .
About a2b Fulfillment: a2b Fulfillment is a third-party provider of distribution support services, including Order Fulfillment, Contact Center Solutions and a vast array of Value-Add services. Programs support companies that sell on both direct-to-consumer and b2b platforms. Headquartered in Greensboro, GA, the company also operates facilities in Eatonton, GA and Toronto, Canada, altogether totaling over 450,000 square feet of warehouse and call center space. For more information, please contact Gary Latz, Vice President–Marketing, a2b Fulfillment, Inc., 866-843-3827 x210, gary@a2bf.com or visit www.a2bf.com .
Business & Industry Association Meeting a Success
The Business & Industry Association Meeting held on Thursday, January 29, 2025 focused on Resources for Hiring and Training Workforce. Local businesses were able to connect with the free resources available to them in Putnam County. Topics of discussion included Work Based Learning programs, internships, dual enrollment, specialized business training, recruitment, and tax credits.
To view the presentations and handouts, click the links below:
Putnam County High School
Presentation by Eric Arena at PDA Meeting 2-9-15
PCHS Work-Based Learning Presentation 1-29-15
PCHS YES Presentation 1-29-15
Central Georgia Technical College
CGTC - Putnam County Center Programs of Study
CGTC - Adult Education Program brochure
CGTC - Economic Development Brochure
CGTC - 2014 Scorecard
Georgia Department of Labor
GDOL workforce solutions for businesses-2014
GDOL Federal Bonding Program
GDOL Work Opportunity Tax Credit
For more info or to sponsor the next event, please contact Terry Schwindler at (706) 816-8099 or tschwindler@PutnamDevelopmentAuthority.com
Company Profile: Harbin Lumber Company, Inc.
Helping Build Dreams Since 1917
Harbin Lumber Company, Inc. began operation in 1917 after two brothers, Frank Harbin Sr. and John Harbin, were discharged from the U.S. Army following World War I. John Harbin left the business at an early age, and Frank Harbin, Sr. worked in the business until his death in 1950. During the Depression the company took the bold step of building a new lumber yard in Royston, and it was during this time that Frank Harbin, Jr. began his training in the lumber business as a young boy. After school, one of his first jobs was to pick up the nails that were dropped by the carpenters that were constructing the new building in Royston. This building still stands on the very edge of Royston today. Frank Harbin, Jr. began working full time in the lumber business in 1945 following his service in the Canadian Air Force and the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He retired in 1982 after 37 years as president of Harbin Lumber Company. Frank Harbin, Jr.'s son, Barron Harbin, began working for the company in 1972. During his tenure as president, HLC experienced tremendous growth by adding multiple locations and expanding our markets throughout Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. Barron Harbin retired from active management in the Company in 2010 after 38 years. Presently the Company is in transition for Barron's son, Westley Harbin, to take over the business. As we approach 100 years of being in business, we are both proud and humble to recognize that only 3% of businesses make it to the 4th generation of family ownership, and we are confident in our continued success as the new generation begins its leadership.
Harbin Lumber presently serves contractors in residential, commercial, multi-family, agriculture, and remodel construction throughout GA, SC and NC; our truss manufacturing facility further expands its market reach throughout the Southeast and East Coast. We presently have full service lumber yards located in Lavonia, Eatonton and Athens, GA. Our Door Shop and Installed Sales Center are located in Lavonia. Load Star Structural Wood Systems, our truss manufacturing facility, is also located in Lavonia. Load Star also utilizes a reload facility in Effingham, SC to further enhance our ability to service our coastal markets.
We pride ourselves on being progressive and have followed this strategic plan throughout our long history. We place the highest importance on personal and professional integrity, maintaining exceptional quality and service, and treating our customers and employees as partners.
For more information contact:
Jody Page, General Manager at 706-485-3447 or jpage@harbinlumber.com
Company Profile: Crooked Pines Farm
Here at Crooked Pines Farm, we are dedicated to bringing products of the highest quality year round and providing families with an experience of old-fashioned fun on the farm that will create lasting memories.
After working in the hospitality industry for over 15 years, Duncan Criscoe and his wife Angela decided it was time to begin a business that would offer high quality products at a reasonable price, but more than anything, bring back the customer experience that has been lost over the years. Every product that is offered by Crooked Pines Farm has been thoroughly researched and chosen based on the care and effort that went into the raising and harvesting of the product.
Crooked Pines is the farm that has been in the family since 2006. The 82 acre tract is home to abundant wildlife. It has been carefully maintained to offer the wildlife every opportunity to thrive. The farm family sees this as a blessing to have the opportunity to use this tract to provide neighbors, friends and families an experience of old-fashioned fun and hope to be a part of family traditions. To help build these traditions, the Criscoe family decided in 2010 to officially open the farm to the public where they started selling fresh fraser fir Christmas trees throughout the month of December. The following year, the Pumpkin Festival and pumpkin patch was introduced to the community.
In 2012, Crooked Pines Farm expanded to include a 4,000+ sq. ft. barn that can host family reunions, weddings, birthday parties, concerts and more. The first wedding took place that August and numerous have taken place since. The barn opened its doors to thousands throughout the season and continues to welcome more varying events throughout the year.
A farm favorite each summer is the children’s day camp that lasts for six weeks. Each week is an educational opportunity for the campers to learn more about the great outdoors, farm and teamwork. Summer camp has booked solid for years and the Crooked Pines Farm staff looks forward to seeing what great memories are made in the coming years as our original campers return as counselors.
As you can see, we have something for the whole family to enjoy from our Pumpkin Festival in the fall to our Easter Eggstravaganza in the spring and everything in between. We offer good old-fashioned family fun on the farm all year round whether you journey over for farm days to pet the animals, take a hayride through the old town or even just enjoy an afternoon with your family sitting on our porch in a rocking chair, you might just be surprised at all you can do right here in Eatonton, Georgia!
This is not just a family business, it is our heart & home. We want to share it with everyone.
For more information, visit www.crookedpinesfarm.com , call 706-347-0274 or email info@crookedpinesfarm.com .
