Ms. Zack's activities with an international water company, Amphion, are extensive and began in 1997. She served as President and Chairman of the Board from the late 1990's into the early 2000 overseeing its ownership transition and overall business management with research and development advancements. Under Ms. Zack's leadership, Amphion won awards and participated in International water shows, maintained patents, secured and relocated the company assets to Georgia, obtained capital infusion and capable legal counsel.

The Strollo Group has been the recipient of many awards including 2008 Top 10 Small Firm Lobbyist in Georgia, 2008 Top Ten Female Lobbyists and previously Top 10 Most Knowledgeable Lobbyist by James Magazine and Lobbyist of the Year for a New Georgia given by the Lobby Core. Ms. Zack is often requested to teach classes on effective lobbying techniques and campaign management at political clubs and organizations including the Stennis Center's 2004 Southern Women in Public Services conference, Paul Coverdell Leadership Institute and the 2003 Cool Summit for college students around the country.

Ms. Zack serves on the U.S. and Georgia Chamber Government Affairs Committees, chairs the Georgia Chamber Economic Development Committee, and serves on U.S. Congressman Tom Price's advisory Committee. Additionally, she has served on numerous environmental and legislative committees such as the 2005 LNG and Natural Gas Infrastructure Study Committee. Coalition building is a key strength of Ms. Zack’s as she has served on various teams including Tort Reform, Telecom, and medical issues. She currently serves as Chairman of the Board of TEAM Georgia, a coalition to prevent fatalities on the roads. Ms. Zack received the first Community Leadership Award from the Governor's Office of Highway Safety for her creation of the first safe boating "Designate a Skipper" program and her program to "Designate a Driver" during the 1996 Olympics. Governor Zell Miller appointed her to the Governor's DUI Taskforce where she created the concept Dial *GSP for emergencies. She also serves on the Board of The Nest, which is devoted to helping at-risk children. Previously, Ms. Zack served on the Board of Governors of the Georgia Public Policy Foundation and the Arthritis Foundation of Georgia. Ms. Zack served as a volunteer for the 2004 G-8 World Leaders Summit.

In addition to creating The Strollo Group, Ms. Zack founded Praycelets, a nationally recognized bracelet which gained extensive media coverage for its "Adopt a Hero" program for police, fire and military personnel. She and her husband Steve, reside in the Atlanta suburb of Woodstock, Georgia. Ms. Zack is a political science graduate from Florida State University and has participated in the Executive MBA program at Georgia State University.
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Bob started his career in 1979 as a sales representative for the Rexall Drug Company, and has over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industry performing such duties as:

• Sales Representative (USV Labs)
• National Sales Training Manager (USV Labs)
• Hospital Sales Representative (Syntex Labs)
• District Sales Manager (USV, O’Brien Pharmaceuticals, and Syntex Labs)
• Hospital District Manager (Syntex Labs)
• Regional State Government Affairs Manager UCB, Inc. and Hoffmann-LaRoche)
• Senior State Government Affairs Manager (Hoffmann-LaRoche)

He has experience working for both large and small pharmaceutical and biopharrmaceutical companies that include, UCB, Inc.; Hoffmann-LaRoche, Inc; Syntex Laboratories; USV Laboratories; O’Brien Pharmaceuticals, and the Rexall Drug Co. During his career he has received several promotions and awards which include:

• Promoted to National Sales Trainer – USV Labs – 1981
• Promoted to District Sales Manager – USV Labs – 1983
• Promoted to Hospital District Sales Manager – Syntex Labs - 1990
• Syntex Labs Hospital District Sales Manager of the Year (1994)
• Syntex Labs Special Achievement Award (1995)
• Promoted to State Government Affairs Manager – Hoffmann-LaRoche, Inc – 1996
• Promoted to Senior State Government Affairs Manager – Hoffmann-LaRoche, Inc - 1999

Bob is and has been a member of several industry, pharmaceutical, and biopharmaceutical industry organizations including: National Association of Pharmaceutical Sales Trainers; US Chamber; South Carolina State Chamber, where he served on the Legislative Affairs Committee; PhRMA, serving as the South Carolina Vice-Chairman; National BIO; and Georgia BIO, serving on the Legislative Affairs Committee.

Bob is a native of South Dakota where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from South Dakota State University. Bob and his wife, Monica, currently reside in Woodstock, GA
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The Strollo Group receives great benefits from Mrs. Parker’s involvement. She served as past Chairman of the Cherokee Republican Party and numerous positions with the State Republican Party including secretary and state committee member. As Chairman of the Cherokee Republican Party, Linda oversaw dramatic growth in membership and involvement, managed countless fundraising and political events, oversaw media relations, coordinated with local, state and federal campaigns, organized and instructed volunteers and hosted dignitaries. She was instrumental in assisting in the planning and execution of visits by dignitaries including the President of the United States. Ms. Parker coordinated the volunteers for registration at all major state party events for a number of years. She is the person who jumps in first to help anyone who needs it. Linda is well known for her selfless acts of kindness and work at all hours to get the job done attitude.

Legislative members know her well and respect her tenacity to get the job done. She has served as the campaign chairman in Cherokee County for many state and federal elected officials.

With a passion for children, Linda is a foster mom, and was appointed by Governor Perdue to serve on the Georgia Commission for Children. She attended legislative hearings and provided testimony on the current condition of emergency shelters for children in danger. Additionally, Linda serves on the board of the Anna Crawford Children’s Emergency Shelter where she provides financial support, organizes events and collects necessary goods for the shelter.

Linda is frequently found lobbying legislators and congressional members on medical  and pro business issues as the wife of Dr. Ken Parker, family practice physician with WellStar.  She volunteers as an elections poll manager and has served on her home owners’ association board. Linda and Ken have three grown children, six wonderful grandchildren and lives in Woodstock, GA.
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In the mid-1960's, Ted's aviation career also included a tour of duty as a U.S. Army aviator with experience in air traffic control/tower operations and air field operations.

Ted's knowledge and understanding of the aviation community gives him strong insights and a keen understanding of the public perception of general aviation.

Ted diverted his energies from the aviation industry for a number of years to join Diebold Corporation, Matrix Corporation, and Siemens to specialize in electronic security of facilities. Beginning with financial institutions, electronic security also became a necessity for health care and higher educational institutions. Ted held the position of major account manager in those corporations.

Beginning in the middle 1990's, Ted concentrated on airport security issues and electronic security with regards to highly visible buildings in the north eastern USA. He consulted, directed, and assisted with security projects for Boston-Logan International Airport, NY-NJ Ports Authority, Bradley International Airport (Hartford, CT), Atlanta-Hartsfield International Airport, and other airports in the north east and south eastern US. His electronic security expertise extended to major hospitals/medical centers, and a number of privately owned class A and B buildings in New York City.

During the twenty-one years of Ted's electronic security "corporate world" and independent consultant status, he continued to be involved with general aviation as an active flight instructor. Today, he teaches two days a week as a senior flight instructor for Superior Flight School, Inc., located at the Cobb county airport.

Ted also maintains an interest in two small companies specializing in affordable housing development, urban-infill, and mixed-use properties.

Ted knows what it takes to work with a team or individual and the public with regards to making changes that may affect them in their daily lives. Because of his maturity, Ted approaches a problem with assurance and calmness, while maintaining focus on the intermediate and final
goal(s).

Ted earned a Bachelor of Arts degree (Political Science) from Roberts Wesleyan College, in 1965. Ted has also studied fine art in post-graduate studies. He has also completed numerous corporate management courses.

Ted resides half of each week in the mountains of western North Carolina and the other half in Atlanta. Married, he has a grown son and two grandsons. Hobbies include live theatre, art galleries, and art creation.
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Steve has represented the Southeast Chapter of the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI), as its Legislative Affairs Director.  He has also represented several individual firms, many of which are engaged in recycling, such as Consolidated Resource Recovery, Visy Paper, Smurfit-Stone Container Corp., Southeast Paper Manufacturing Co. (SP Newsprint Corporation) in Dublin, Ga. Steve currently serves as Senior Vice President of Pull-A-Part, LLC, responsible for new site development throughout the South and East, including zoning, permitting and community relations for this rapidly expanding discount, do-it-yourself used auto parts retailer.

Steve has authored numerous articles for both regional and national publications, including “Superfund - Friend or Foe to Recycling,” which specifically deals with liability issues facing any recycler, public or private. He provides ongoing consulting services to the industry on these liability issues.

Steve’s previous work has included consultation with states, counties, and municipalities. He has also been instrumental in the development and implementation of state-level recycling rate surveys in Georgia, Florida and Tennessee.
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Robert has been involved in dozens of winning political campaigns as a strategist, consultant, day-to-day manager and researcher, and has become a trusted advisor to senior Republican officials in the Georgia General Assembly. Robert has particular expertise in organizational development and strategic planning, direct mail, media management, issue development and has personally managed several winning campaigns in the last several election cycles, winning 75% of the races where he was the primary consultant.

His marketing background includes developing marketing plans that focus on market research, customer satisfaction surveys, multi-media advertising, maximize exposure and expand networks for clients, and implement internal and external newsletters for corporations and politicians.

Robert is a graduate of Kennesaw State University, with a B.A. in Political Science. Chartered College Republicans at Kennesaw State University. Robert was a delegate to Georgia State Republican Convention, a member of Kennesaw State University Alumni Association, Hands on Atlanta, Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, and past Chairman of the Board, BEST Foundation. Robert is a father of two and resides in Woodstock, Georgia.
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Paula also has a deep understanding of how to work with the general public, the media and the grass roots community. With over ten years experience in government relations and land development, Paula is a valuable advisor in particularly sensitive and highly-charged business deals. Paula is a graduate of the Coverdell Leadership Institute.

Paula's other areas of expertise include:

• Messaging Management
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Advocacy
• Recruitment and Training
• Publications and Marketing Communications
• Crisis Management
• Volunteer Management
• Meeting Facilitation and Special Events
• Funding Sources
• Finance and Administration
• Strategic Planning and Implementation
• Legislative Affairs
• Community Affairs
• Media and Public Relations
• Resource Allocation
• Program Development
• Board of Directors Relations
• Human Resources
• Staff Management
• Community Partnerships
• White Papers
• Event Logistics Management
• Speech Writing
• Constituent Relations

Very active in her own community, Paula is a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, MD. She and her husband live in Atlanta with their daughter and son.
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