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Volume 52 Issue 1
CHAMBER LEADERSHIP EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President
Franklin County 2017 Outstanding Citizen
Eric Vanzant
December 2017
Gerardo Leon, Nissan North America, Infiniti Thanks for serving as 2017 President & accepting a second term for 2018
Gerardo Leon Nissan North America, Decherd Vice-President
Rob Followell Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Interim CEO secretary
Kevin Lockmiller V.R. Williams & Company Treasurer
Kip Commons Walmart Supercenter Past President
Troy Martin FirstBank
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Susan Askew The University of the South
Alex Barnett Russell Barnett Automotive Family
Josh Cole Franklin farmers cooperative
Amy Foster
Arnold Engineering Development Complex
Bill Green
Lynch-Rigsby Realty & Auction LLC
Jonas Harmond Edward Jones
Steve Moran Rogers Group, Inc.
Doug pearson National aerospace solutions, LLC
Pam Peck
You’re invited!
TO THE FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FIRST NETWORKING CONNECTION OF THE YEAR! HOSTED BY:
Century 21 Mid-State Realty, LLC
David stewart Stewart & stewart attorneys at law
Dave Van Buskirk County Commissioner
STAFF Judy D. Taylor, IOM Executive Director
Delores Janush Membership Manager
Kayla Doney
Administrative Assistant
Nuria andreu Website
Sterling hubbard It director
THURSDAY, JANUARY 25 5:30 PM WINCHESTER MUNICIPAL AIRPORT 420 AVIATION DRIVE, WINCHESTER FREE WITH RSVP CALL 931.967.6788 or EMAIL info@franklincountychamber.com
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’s UPDATE...
Farewell and welcome! Every year we must bid farewell to board members completing three year terms. This year Rob Followell, Dave Loschinskey, Steven Moran, Stephanie Ogle and Pam Peck are retiring from the board. Joining the board of directors for a three year term are: Mike Bowden, Daryl Doney, Brian Sullivan, Cliff Wilson, Holly Cortner, Penny Morris and Sandra Thomas.
Left to right are: Kevin Lockmiller-Secretary - V.R, Williams and Company, Josh Cole-Franklin Farmers Cooperative, Brian Sullivan-Nissan North America, Troy Martin-Past President– FirstBank, Steve Moran-(Retiring)Rogers Group, Pam Peck (Retiring)-Past President-Century 21 Mid-State Realty, LLC, at the Podium: Gerardo Leon-President 2017 & 2018 Infiniti—Nissan North America. (Right of the podium) Kip Commons-TreasurerWalmart Supercenter, Doug Pearson-Vice President-National Aerospace Solutions, LLC , David Stewart-Stewart & Stewart Attorneys, Alex Barnett-Russell Barnett Automotive Family, Dave Van Buskirk-County Commissioner and Holly Cortner-Moore Cortner Funeral Home. Not pictured: Mike Bowden-Retired, Daryl Doney-Middle TN Respiratory, Cliff Wilson-Southern TN Regional Health System, Penny Morris-Jack Daniel’s Distillery, Sandra Thomas-The Exchange Media Group, Susan AskewUniversity of the South, Bill Green-Lynch-Rigsby Realty, LLC, Amy Foster-Arnold Engineering Development Complex, and Jonas Harmond Edward Jones. Your Chamber staff and the above leadership team for 2018 stand ready to meet the needs of Chamber members. Call 931.967.6788 with any suggestions or recommendations for the Program of Work.
Manufacturers Roundtable November meeting ...on Nov. 16 Brain Sullivan, Nissan North America, Vice President, guest speaker for the November roundtable at the Chamber spoke on Preparing for the Future Workforce.
69th Annual Franklin County Chamber Membership & Awards Banquet
FCCoC President Gerardo Leon
2017 Outstanding Ambassador Yvonne Stewart
FCCoC Vice-President Doug Pearson
FCCoC Roundtable Chairman Jay Boyte
2017 Best Spirited Ambassadors Debra West and Kaleah Keen
Ambassadors: Back Row: Kevin Wiseman, Yvonne Stewart, Andria Taylor, Kaleah Keen, Tricia Blowers, Debra West, Sonya McShan, Ann Solomon, Joe Marchesoni, front row: Carolyn Montoye-Wiseman, Sue Fulmer, Nancy Hibler, Crystal Perry, and Kim Pendergraff.
University of the South Vice Chancellor John McCardell
2017 Ambassador President Nancy Hibler
Chancellor Jeff Stewart
Banquet Chairman and Retiring Board Member Pam Peck
Board Members: Back row: Holly Cortner, Josh Cole, Dave Van Buskirk, Brian Sullivan, Alex Barnett, Sandra Thomas, Pam Peck, David Stewart, front row: Troy Martin, Judy Taylor, Gerardo Leon, Doug Pearson, Kip Commons
Thanks for another successful year!!
Retiring Board Members Steve Moran and Pam Peck
New FCCoC Board Member Brian Sullivan
New FCCoC Board Member Cliff Wilson
New incoming FCCoC Vice-President Doug Pearson
New FCCoC Board Member Holly Cortner
New FCCoC Board Member Sandra Thomas
New FCCoC Board Members not pictured: Mike Bowden, Daryl Doney, and Penny Morris
Retiring Ambassadors: Kim Pendergraff, and Abby Pickett. New incoming Ambassadors: River Crane and Tim Hammond
Retiring Ambassador: Sandra Thomas. New Ambassadors: Andria Taylor, Jake Wilbanks, and Josh Rankin.
Banquet fun!!
Thanks Jason Cagle for the awesome video!
LEADERSHIP CIRCLE CHAMBER CHAMPIONS RHODES
True Innovators Drive Positive Change Nissan is proud to be a part of the Franklin County Community and to support the mission of the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce.
Nissan Innovation that excites
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, DECHERD
Brian Sullivan, VP of Decherd Powertrain Operations & Smyrna Battery Plant
RHODES
RUSSELL BARNETT AUTOMOTIVE FAMILY
Alex Barnett, General Manager and Russell Barnett, President/Owner
RHODES
NOVACOPY CHATTANOOGA 1936 Central Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37408 Sales: 423.305.7799 Service: 423.305.7799 Fax: 423.305.7864 RHODES
SOUTHERN TENNESSEE REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM Cliff Wilson, COO RHODES
LEADERSHIP CIRCLE CHAMBER CHAMPIONS RHODES
Troy Martin, President & CEO Clint Hayes, Branch Manager
TENNESSEE CHAMPION
Joe Hunt Owner V.R. Williams & Company 1784 Sharp Springs Road Winchester, TN 931.967.2268
ENTREPRENEUR CHAMPION Robert Schulte, President 466 Baxter Lane Winchester, TN 37398 931.962.3332
RIBBON CUTTINGS Shoe Show Mega Store November 10, 2017 2647 Decherd Blvd. Suite 6 Winchester, TN 37398 931-962-1229
Pictured left to right: Yvonne Stewart, Crystal Perry, Patty Wilkerson, City of Winchester Beth Rhoton, Jeannie Bates, Shoe Show employees: Harley Holt, Delayna Dodson, Store Manager Leslie Patton, Marie Steel, and Beverly Wooten, Chamber President Gerado Leon, Board member Jonas Harmond, Clint Hayes, Debra West, and Denise Ingle Marshall.
Multi-County Cancer Support Network. December 7, 2017 581 West Broad St. Decherd, TN 37324. 931-393-4443
Pictured left to right: Kenny Delaney, Len Houser, Chamber President Gerardo Leon, Chamber Board member Jonas Harmond, Decherd Mayor Robin Smith, Director Terri Tucker cutting the ribbon, Carol Davis, Office Manager Dottie Darnell, Kim Schmitz, Decherd Council Man Rex Clark, Andria Taylor, Denise Ingle Marshall, Nancy Hibler, back row: Kathy Finch, Jimmy Mullins, and Decherd Chief of Police Ross Peterson.
Physician Spotlight Southern Tennessee Regional Health System officials announce the addition of Rose A. Adams to the leadership team. Ms. Adams has been named Administrator of Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Sewanee. Ms. Adams received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee with a double major in Business Management and Marketing and later her Master of Business Administration with a concentration in healthcare management for the same university. Ms. Adams’ healthcare experience began as director of physician outreach and market development at Tennova Healthcare Harton in Tullahoma. During this time her duties included but were not limited to recruiting, retention, acquisition, physician education, and practice management. Ms. Adams led the rollout of electronic medical records for physician, she created a physician leadership council, and collaborated on a hospital presentation that was utilized by the hospital parent company. Ms. Adams’ physician outreach role led to her being named assistant administrator with many additional responsibilities. As the assistant administrator she provided over-site of thirteen departments, recruited twelve physicians, negotiated contracts, worked with acquisitions, analyzed data and market condition for growth and development opportunities as well as data to identify cost efficiencies. She worked closely with the chief executive office to ensure the hospital met necessary regulatory, compliance approvals, and quality accreditations. Ms. Adams began her role as administrator of Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Sewanee in November.
August
Labor Force
Employed
Unemployed
Rate
Franklin County Tennessee
20,340 3,214,000
19,740 3,116,200
600 97,000
3.0% 3.0%
United States
160,465,000
154,223,000
6,242,000
3.9%
Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development Employment Security Division, Research and Statistics 1:30PM CT on 11/22/17 Numbers and rates are not seasonally adjusted.
Citizens Tri-County Chamber Connection FCCoC Executive Director Judy Taylor pictured with Citizens Tri-County Bank Vice-President and Branch Manager Greg Perry
FCCoC President Gerardo Leon speaking at the Connection
Alan Hill with AT&T explaining the Fiber Optic System newly installed at Twin Creeks Marina, Resort, and Village
Southern TN Regional Health System Breakfast Mixer
The new STRHS Interim CEO, Russ Spray
STRHS COO, Cliff Wilson with new General Surgeon, Dr. Adhil Khan
February San Miguel, LLC
January
March
Master Financial Group, LLC
Available Properties leading the way Visit us on the web at www.SouthernTennessee.com for a list of hospital services, general healthcare information, physician directory, educational tools, and more. 185 Hospital Road, Winchester, TN Physician Referral Line 1.800.424.DOCS (3627)
301 2nd Ave n ue , NW; Wi nc he ste r , TN 3739 8
931.967.2979
Financial Advisor
Office space available from 300 sq. feet to 3,500 sq. feet. Free utilities and parking. Space is newly renovated. Elevator and handicap accessible.
Office space available from 780 sq. feet to 4,000 sq. feet. Free parking for about 100. Space is newly renovated. Elevator and handicap accessible.
May
April
Fax: 931.967.3086
Davis G. Mason R. Matt Mason Fi n a nc i a l A d v i s o r
Securities offered through Securities Service Network, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC Fee based advisory services offered through SSN Advisory, Inc. a Registered Investment Advisor
June
EarthWise County-Wide Beautification “Show your pride community–wide”
Homes ● Land ●Farms ● Zero Lot Lines ●Commercial Auction ● New Construction ● Lake Front
“PICK IT UP” “SPRUCE IT UP” DO YOUR
PART! F.C. Solid Waste Management (931.967.1139) Interlocal Solid Waste Authority (www.iswarecycle.net) Franklin County Chamber of Commerce (931.967.6788) Tim’s Ford Council (931.308.7971)
Reduce Reduce
Reuse Reduce
Recycle
August
July
Mid-State Realty, L.L.C.
931.967.4321 September
People taking care of people…. Together we can do anything! 551 Hospital Road in Winchester 931.967.0654 Fax: 931.962.4912
www.AMR.net
October Gary and Renee Hurt Owners 931-967-7911
November
December
1038 Dinah Shore Blvd Winchester, TN 37398
www.blackberrypatchcatering.com
Insurance is about You, not us! 320 Murfreesboro Hwy * Manchester, TN 931.968.0148 * 931.728.8845 Call Roger, Linda or Misty for all your Insurance needs.
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Chamber Calendar… December 25 MERRY CHRISTMAS! Chamber closed
January 1 10 17 25 25
Happy New Year! Chamber closed Leadership Franklin County - Courts & Public Safety Ambassador meeting 12 noon @ Chamber FCMRT - 12 noon @ the Chamber Erlanger Health System @ Life Force Network Connection Winchester Municipal Airport, 420 Aviation Drive @ 5:30 p.m. 29 Board of Directors - 4:30 p.m. Social time, meeting 5:00 p.m.
February 7 14 22 26
Leadership Franklin County—State Government Day Ambassador meeting 12 noon @ Chamber FCMRT - 12 noon @ the Chamber Board of Directors - 4:30 p.m. Social time, meeting 5:00 p.m.
NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS
The Red Plow
Mark S. Ashley 120 1st Avenue Winchester, TN 37398 404.408.1377
AARP
Cecelia Schlagheck 931.962.3331 256.683.1844
Southern Tennessee Neurology Dr Robert Gilbert 81 Memorial Drive Winchester, TN 37398 9.1.967.0450
Member to Member Discounts Access Title & Escrow, Inc.
931.315.9920 10% Discount
931.968.4885 $100 off closing fee to Access Title
AMY HARING PHOTOGRAPHY 10% Discount amyharingphoto@aol.com 9313083431
CJ’s Automotive Services, LLC
931.967.4547 10% Discount to Chamber members & Employees on New Services Only
709 Dinah Shore Blvd. 931.327.2060
1498 Sharp Springs Rd. 931-313-5315 10% off any service
Belles & Beaus 114 1st Avenue S.E. Winchester 931.636.2382 10% Discount on purchases Alterations excluded
COUNTRY BARN CONSTRUCTION 931.962.2276
Glenn Dental N. Cory Glenn, DDS 931-967-3209 10% Discount on services & check maintenance
931-967-1933 10% Discount
931-967-4028 10% Discount on regular priced items
931-968-4959 10% Discount on all stock trade commission & free investment and 401k reviews to Chamber Members
931.962.3020 10% off Furniture and Bedding
Kathy Bennett Photography 931.308.4518 10% off of all services
931.962.9688 10% Discount on New Services
931-205-3529 20% off 3 hours of tutoring
20% off any service
Crown’s
931.962.2276 10% Discount on retail plant goods
Family Counseling Center 931.723.0380 10% Discount on services
HOLT’S DINER
Franklin County Termite & Pest Control 931.962.9939 10% off food purchases only. $6.00 minimum
931.967.2777 10% off gift items
Landscaping & Garden Center FREE! Up to $100 in options when making a Barn or Gazebo purchase
5% DISCOUNT
BENNETT’S PHARMACY
931.625.4100 Hair Cuts for $10.99
847.587.5301 les.leeprinting@mail.com 10% Discount on Stock Printed 15% on Custom Print
10% off purchases www.holtsdiner.com
931.967.2220
Free 2 Liter Pepsi with 2 Deep Deep Dish Pizzas
Mountain Storage 931.967.0387 Free facial Call for an appointment.
931.924.3869 15% Discount on rooms Sunday - Thursday 10% discount on conference room anytime
Pretty Discoveries 931.962.8828 10% Discount
Shull Chiropractic Clinic, PLLC 931.967.4232 Free consultation Wellness, Nutritional, Spinal Decompression,
1 free lock with unit rental Limit 1 per year
Samuel’s Janitorial Services
931.212.0609 10% Discount on jewelry
931.598.5682
Commercial & Residential 931.962.0952
931.967.8000 Free estimates for post frame buildings & metal roofs
SERVPRO of Coffee/ Franklin/ Warren Counties
10% off 10% off of services
CARPET & DUCT CLEANING
1 free lock with unit rental Limit 1 per year!
115 N. High St. Winchester, TN 37398 931-968-4646 10% off all items in store WZYX Radio
Winchester Family Dentistry
931.967.1273
Garrett Orr, DDS 931.967.4143
Free Interior & Exterior clean up with repair work
931-967-7471 New businesses– 1 month free advertising with a 3 month contract. Existing businesses– 10% discount on new advertising packages.
30% Discount Decherd, TN location only.
931.967.0333 10% Discount to Chamber Members & Employees on New Service ONLY.
Valley Mini Storage
The Flower Shop 931.598.5682
931.962.4334
931.968.0114 10% Discount on all services & merchandise Employee discount pricing on new Sea-Doos & Can-AM ATV's
Your ad could be in this space!
Contact the Chamber to have your ad here! 931-967-6788
Present your Member-to-Member card to receive discounts.
931.967.1421 10% Discount on all retail products
More Banquet Fun!!!!