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nfocus magazine.com | SEPTEMBER 2022 << 11 Contents parties 20 Champagne Life Bubbles and Burgundy flow at the l’Eté du Vin Patrons Dinner 23 Lightning Strikes Twice The Nashville Wine Auction’s l’Eté du Vin raises more than $2 million for the second time in a year 29 Double Play The Eve of Janus offers twice the fun 35 Oh, Starry Night! Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee’s Stars for Wishes hosts a tea party for this year’s Wish Kid features 15 In Memoriam: Clare Armistead A tribute to a classic role model 38 Model Behavior Celebrating the beauty of philanthropy 59 Leading by Example Get to know the 2022 Most Powerful Women panelists 65 Art as Fashion An exclusive interview with fashion designer Tanya Taylor departments 12 In Our Words Celebrating a new era of Nfocus and the legacy of a beloved friend 18 Behind the Scenes Getting to know the Tennessee Titans Foundation’s Johari Matthews 78 Step Inside 1 Hotel Nashville brings the outside in with sustainability as a top priority September 2022 | Vol. xxix, No. 9 ON THE COVER Bethni Hemphill photographed by Daniel Meigs at 1 Hotel Nashville. For more about Bethni and the Model Behavior honorees, turn to page 38. 81 Taking Vows Mary Elizabeth Bronaugh Marries Leslie Charles Jackson Jr. 82 Pencil In Mark your calendar for these upcoming events 84 Arts and Galleries Upcoming visual and performing arts 86 Best Behavior Expert etiquette advice from John Bridges 88 Nretrospect Looking back at the arrival of the Tennessee Titans 78 65 38 2015

Celebrating a new era of Nfocus and the legacy of a beloved friend

Throughout my 2 1/2 decades in Nashville, I have been honored and humbled to meet so many who t the de nition of a model — simply, a person who sets a good example — many of whom have graced the pages of Nfocus magazine. Not one of these philanthropists does this work for publicity but always out of love and compassion for the cause. Beyond the parties and the glamour, Nashville is a city of doers. We are a community in which people come together to make the city as a whole a bet ter place — people whose stars shine brightest in our darkest hours. The idea of service to oth ers has been woven into the fabric of the city through generations of residents, like the luminous Clare Armistead, whom we honor on page 15 and who blazed trails to make Nashville what it is today. On page 38, we introduce you to the next generation of “models,” whose generosity of spirit and pas sion for philanthropy are bringing a new focus on service and giving of oneself for others. We also cover some of the summer’s events, like l’Eté du Vin and Stars for Wishes; have a conversation with the intriguing contemporary designer Tanya Taylor; and take you inside the new 1 Hotel. Thank you so much for the warm welcome to the Nfocus fam ily. It is an honor to take up the mantle of editor-in-chief as we celebrate those who make Music City sing.

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IN OUR WORDS

Jonathan Sims associate editor Holly Hoffman social correspondent Gloria Houghland contributors Beth Alexander, John Bridges, Whitney Clay, Geert De Lombaerde, Carrington Fox, Laura Hutson Hunter,

Janet moved to Nashville 24 years ago. She is an avid reader, traveler and collector of fountain pens. She lives in downtown Nashville. Email her at jkurtz@nfocusmagazine.com.

founding editor Herbert Fox, Jr. editor-in-chief Janet Kurtz managing editor

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Of the many distinctive qualities Clare Corson Armistead possessed, what may be missed most is her voice, happily captured by Philip Holsinger in his documentary This Is Nashville. Since her passing, many have shared stories and quoted her most memorable comments, often prefaced with a refined southern “shugah.”

Long ago, [when] she and "big Hunter" were visiting Los Angeles, Clare asked the cabbie, “Will you please take us to Kimba Hills?” The cab driver turned around and asked Hunter in astonishment, “Is that her real Clarevoice?”hada profound sense of duty that was part of her lineage. Her grandfather brought General Electric to Nashville. Her father, Harry H. Corson Jr., a dapper boulevardier, was involved in Nashville’s progress in the early 20th century. He was old school, and Clare adopted the best of the old manners and decorum, dressing crisply every morning, ready each day for something wonderful. As Julia Landstreet said when presenting Clare with one of countless awards she received, “In a world of Kardashians, Clare is our Grace Kelly.”

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BY BETH ALEXANDER PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESTY OF HUNTER ARMISTEAD AND NFOCUS

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Clare developed style early. A subtle palette and simple silhouette reflected a strong inner core, naturally revealing a layered inner beauty and sharp wit. Admired for her charm, charisma and elegance, she also possessed a keen intellect, curious about everything and interested in everyone’s story. [Her] son Hunter said, “I’ve never seen anybody more disciplined. She took perfect care of herself for 77 years, never straying from the Pritikin regimen. She was clear about her opinions; she never wavered from her true north, making her mind up quickly and changing it seldom.” A woman of contrasts, she could surprise others with an outré comment, but sharing her spirit and being unfailingly generous brought her great joy. Thanks to Clare’s natural curiosity about other places, she and friends Alyne Massey, Jane Dudley and Lil Granbery began raising the bar for Nashville’s social set, which was more about manners and elegance than money. For example, [her] son Ben was 14 in 1967, when Clare and Jeanne Zerfoss chaired the Swan Ball. He asked about her plans. She said, “Bill Blass is coming. And we’re featuring Salvadore Dalí’s jewelry.” Along with her boys, Clare also adored Ben’s wife, Tara, with whom she shared a love of nature. During the halcyon days, when children played outside, Clare asked Ben to define some signal that would remind him when it was dark and time to come home. “Mom?” he asked. “Is it dark when the trees go black?” “Yes, Benji,” she answered. “That’s a good sign; come home when the trees go black.” She was a founder of NfocusMagazine and is possibly the most photographed person to appear in its pages. Her interest in almost everything was evidenced by the range of causes she supported and events she chaired over many decades. When her heyday began to wane, she enthusiastically supported those stepping up. A classic role model for all ages, she had an underlying belief in people. Always an ethereal spirit, her light dimmed too quickly. But it left the lovely glow of a sunset when the trees go black.

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What annual fundraiser do you most look forward to every year? There are so many great ones, but I look forward to The Power of the Purse with The Women’s Fund at The Community Foundation [of Middle Tennessee]. The Women’s Fund distributes funding each year to nonprofits and organizations serving women and girls. As a woman and a mother to a daughter, I am passionate about issues that directly impact women and girls. It is inspiring to see so many phenomenal women gathering in one space.

“Having an opportunity to impact the community through the Titans orga nization was something I couldn’t resist,” says Jo hari, when describing the appeal of the move. “I am thrilled to be able to lead this work into the next phase and identify ways for the Titans to go deeper, making more generational impact.”When Johari isn’t helping the Titans broaden their impact in the city and across the state, she’s busy helping other agencies with their missions. She serves as board chair for Corner to Corner and sits on the board of The Community Founda tion of Middle Tennessee’s The Women’s Fund. She’s a member of the Junior League of Nashville and is active in the local chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. And she always makes time for her husband, two children and her “cool cat named Carlos.” We caught up with Johari at Nis san Stadium, where we chatted about community partnerships, her favorite local event — besides Titans games, of course! — and more.

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What’s the first order of business in your job? To revitalize the Titans Foundation by expanding our community benefits programming, shaping our areas of focus, and strengthening engagement with our stakeholders and community partners.

What was your favorite restaurant growing up? I loved Red Lobster! My mom would always take us there to celebrate birthdays, special occasions and everything in between, so it holds a special place in my heart from my childhood. I absolutely loved the Cheddar Bay Biscuits then, and [I] still do to this day.

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Getting to know the Tennessee Titans Foundation’s Johari Matthews When the Tennessee Titans Foundation created the new programs director position with the goal to grow the breadth and depth of the organiza tion’s community impact efforts, they must have had Johari Matthews in mind. The Nashville native has always been rooted in the nonprofit commu nity. From her first volunteer job as a high school student working at the Special Olympics to her past position as executive director of the North west YMCA, she has been providing resources, support and healing for individuals and families of allInages.addition to being a huge Titans fan, Johari was also familiar with the team’s philanthrop ic impact through the Northwest Y. The Titans were a community part ner there, and its players participated in the youth programs. In this new po sition, she serves as a pri mary liaison for all Titans Foundation partnerships.

Excluding Titans games, what’s your favorite local event? The African Street Festival that takes place in North Nashville in the fall every year. It is a long-standing tradition centered around celebrating Black culture and the elevation of the African diaspora. The weekend is filled with good food, local and small minority[-owned] businesses and vendors, and lots of dancing and music. I have attended this event every year since I was a child and enjoy now being able to take my children.

What’s a partnership or program that you are most excited about? This is such a hard question because I am excited about it all! Since the Titans’ arrival in Nashville [more than] 23 years ago, the organization has always demonstrated a commitment to the community. Our partnerships with Metro Nashville Public Schools, the nonprofit community and various partners have allowed us to walk alongside individuals and families in a special way. Ultimately, we know that we have a social responsibility to show up not only for our fans, but also for the entire community. I look forward to seeing how our work evolves.

What’s the one thing you hope never changes in Nashville? I would have to say the connection to music, especially for local or up-and-coming musicians. We have so many talented artists in this city, and it is always amazing to watch them perform. Everyone should make it a point to check one out!

BY HOLLY HOFFMAN PHOTOGRAPH BY ERIC ENGLAND Name: Johari Matthews Profession/Title: Programs Director, Tennessee Titans Foundation Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee Zip Code: 37218 Years in Nashville: Native Amount of money the Titans Foundation has contributed to agencies and communities: More than $20 million since moving to Nashville

Which “Old Nashville” place or event do you miss most? Hands down, Opryland. My family had season passes, and my dad took us almost every weekend. I love amusement parks and miss having one so close.

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Bubbles and Burgundy flow at the l’Eté du Vin Patrons Dinner C hic ladies and gents in black tie gathered at The Hermitage Hotel for the 43rd annual l’Eté du Vin Patrons Dinner. The intimate evening of friendship, extraordinary wine and delicious food is a favorite of local oenophiles and gourmands who participate in and generously donate to the Nashville Wine Auction weekend.

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The night began with perfectly chilled glasses of vintage brut Champagne — a 2012 Palmer & Co and a 2012 Delamotte blanc de blancs — and never-ending trays laden with caviar cream pâte à choux, beef tartare crisp, and peach and goat cheese crostini. People chatted with guests of honor Christophe Prieux of Domaine Gardet and Christian Clerget and his daughter, Justine Clerget, of Domaine Christian Clerget, and they crowded around Holly Whaley, this year’s recipient of the Norman M. Lipman Award for her dedication to the Nashville Wine Auction and to helping the cancer community. Holly’s sister, Vicki Horne, oversaw planning for the special night, and with these two ladies involved, a record crowd showed up. Guests moved into the ballroom, excited for an outstanding four-course meal by the hotel’s executive chef, Kelsi Armijo. It began with peekytoe crab salad with fennel, apricot and melon paired with a 2016 Domaine Parent Corton blanc grand cru and a 2018 Domaine Gabriel & Paul Jouard Les Chaumées “Clos de la Truffle” Chassagne-Montrachet premier cru. Next, herb and cheese ravioli with braised short ribs and chanterelles was served with a 2015 E. Guigal Château d’Ampuis Côte Rôtie and a 2019 M. Chapoutier Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Bernardine. A splendid roasted duck magret was the perfect entrée for the 2000 Château Beychevelle and the 2000 Pichon-Longueville au Baron de Pichon-Longueville. Dinner concluded with a divine peach Pavlova served with a 2001 Château d’Yquem. After a short program, which included the presentation of the Lipman Award to Holly, everyone took one last sip before stepping into waiting cars and Ubers to rest up before the always-exciting dinner and auction the following night.

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The Nashville Wine Auction’s l’Eté du Vin raises more than $2 million for the second time in a year T hough the Nashville Wine Auction met just nine months before for its previous auction — after last year’s event had been postponed due to the pandemic — the nonprofit came together once again this July for the 43rd l’Eté du Vin dinner and auction with the theme of Bubbles & Burgundy. Co-chairs Christie Wilson, Chase Cole, and Cindee and Michael Gold welcomed this year’s Guests of Honor: Christian Clerget, Justine Clerget and Christophe Prieux, who represented the featured wines from Domaine Christian Y.Clerget, Champagne Gardet and Domaine Alain and Christiane Patriarche. Guests mingled around the auction lots while enjoying hors d’oeuvres from JW Marriott Executive Chef Simon Bowker. Cakebread Cellars, Caymus Vineyards and Caymus-Suisun poured tastes of their wines. While the samples flowed during the reception, the dinner itself upheld a l’Eté du Vin tradition of BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle). Wine enthusiasts carefully carted coolers and pulled luggage full of their prized vintages to their tables, where Chef Simon prepared an incredible meal of filet mignon foie gras with a Burgundy demi-glace, haricot verts and truffled whipped potatoes. Between courses, the legendary wine auctioneer Fritz Hatton led the always-lively and often-cutthroat live auction. Among the top auction items were an exclusive dinner for eight couples donated by Bryant Estate, Kistler Vineyards, Old Rip Van Winkle and Halls Chophouse, which sold for $80,000, and a South Africa wine and wildlife experience, which sold twice for a combined $140,000.

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“We couldn’t be more thrilled to have back-to-back l’Eté du Vin events that each raise $900,000 over our previous watermark 2018 event,” exclaimed President and CEO Loren Chumley. After the plates had been cleared, the bids were finalized and the paddles lay still, the Nashville Wine Auction raised more than $2.1 million to help fund the fight against cancer for the second time in less than a year.

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As in years past, the party really began back upstairs, with dessert and dancing to the tunes of Burning Las Vegas. Parents slowly made the trek home, but the Signs and Marshals and their dates stayed until the very last song and celebrated their role in this time-honored tradition.

The Eve of Janus offers twice the fun T he Eve of Janus committee and the Nashville Tri Delta Alumnae chapter have had a very busy year introducing us to the city’s best and brightest young adults at their signature fundraiser. Due to the ongoing pandemic, they were forced twice to cancel the black-tie affair, which is ordinarily held in the summer. The Class of 2020 was presented on New Year’s Eve 2021, and these hardworking women caught up with a night that honored two groups of collegians: its classes of 2021 and 2022. Amid the usual hubbub of activity in Downtown Nashville on a Saturday night, the steady flow of young ladies in long white dresses — the Signs of the Times — and college boys in white dinner jackets — the Marshals — certainly drew the attention of tourists, especially those in the Country Music Hall of Fame lobby. After taking selfies and posing for our photographer, the Signs and Marshals made their way to dinner while parents, grandparents and siblings headed up to the Event Hall for Aftercocktails.they enjoyed a delicious meal, everyone moved to the CMA Theater for the presentation. Co-chairs Tracy Crawford and Carolyn Thombs and Honorary Chair Adam Esbenshade addressed the audience, as did Junior Honorary Chair and Sign Margot Martin. Her tale of battling stomach cancer while a senior in high school and the care she received at the Tri Delta Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Clinic at the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt was particularly touching. The presentation followed, and returning emcee Krystal Clark introduced the 87 Signs and 73 Marshals to an adoring audience.

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Oh,Night!Starry Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee’s Stars for Wishes hosts a tea party for this year’s Wish Kid W hen it comes to granting wishes, Nashville shows up. The 10th annual Make-A-Wish Foundation Stars for Wishes proved that once again. The evening began in the sunlit HCA Lobby of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, spilling into the courtyard on the beautiful summer evening. Excitement was running high as guests placed bids on an array of fabulous silent auction items, such as a rare Playstation 5, to raise money to support the Make-A-Wish mission that “grants wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.” After the silent auction, guests were invited into the ballroom, which was beautifully transformed with black linens and dramatic florals that included orange calla lilies accented with purple or gold. Dinner was a delectable menu consisting of an amuse-bouche of ahi tuna skewers, with shoyu, kouji melon, smoked bone marrow aioli, puffed rice, sesame and cilantro, followed by a french onion soup agnolotti with Gruyere fondue, allium crunch and chervil. Next up was a wild boar crépinette with peach mostarda, fried chicken mushrooms, corn puree, succotash and a boar jus. For dessert, guests enjoyed a milchreis mousse topped with milk crumble, a huckleberry marmalade and a buttermilk custard. The true stars of the evening were the Wish Kids. Past Wish Kids Ian Noerper, who was granted a wish trip to London, and Avery Bonfe, who was granted a wish of a girls’ weekend at Graduate Nashville, opened the evening to talk about what it meant to have their wishes fulfilled. This year’s Wish Kid, Leah Robinson, had her wish to have a princess tea party with a unicorn fulfilled that night. Musicians Gary LeVox, Connor McCutcheon and Carl Wockner joined together to bring down the house as the night’s entertainment.

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For 18 years, we have celebrated the philanthropists who epitomize model behavior through their selfless support and service to local nonprofits. In a city that’s home to more than 2,000 of them, there are countless volunteers and staff members worthy of the recognition, so we invite local charities to nominate someone whose tireless gifts of time and talent is exemplary of the honor. This year, we received dozens of nominations from a diverse number of organizations addressing a wide variety of causes in the area. It wasn’t easy, but we narrowed it down to 10 women and nonprofits to spotlight. We are thrilled to introduce our 2022 Model Behavior honorees, ladies who are beautiful inside and out and remind us all of the importance of serving the community.

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Bethni Hemphill is a true Renaissance woman. With a vast array of interests, she has become an expert in many of her chosen areas. She and her husband, gospel song writer, producer and businessman Trent Hemphill, are the parents of two children. She, too, is well known in gospel music circles, having worked for record companies and produced both videos and television shows. Not only did she establish the nonprofit organization Generosity Inc., but she also found the time to co-write The Southern Gospel Music Cookbook. So, when Studio Tenn came knocking on her door in downtown Franklin to ask her to serve on their board of directors, it came as no surprise to anyone that Bethni eagerly accepted. Having experienced the toll that the pandemic took on her family's tour bus leasing business, Bethni admired the ingenuity and creativity of Studio Tenn’s navigation through the COVID crisis. When the Christmas production It's a Wonderful Life Radio Show brought the theater roaring back to rave reviews, Bethni knew there was no stopping this group. Now, she stays busy promoting the TPAC Broadway Cabaret Series, the theater's role in the renovation of The Factory at Franklin, their major fundraiser One Night Only, and the company's commitment to seeking out and utilizing top-tier regional talent. As Bethni says, "Having my own nonprofit since 2010, I understand the importance [that] Studio Tenn serves in connecting our community. Through shared experiences and emotions, live theater helps us see other points of view through story. It’s my joy to promote [it] and help keep it alive in Franklin, Tennessee.”

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CASA NASHVILLE

As professor of clinical pediatrics and founding director of the Office of Inclusion and Health Equity at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, Arie Nettles is uniquely qualified for involvement with the Court Appointed Special Advocates. Dr. Meg Rush, president of the Children’s Hospital, suggested she meet with CASA Executive Director Julieanna Huddle, and she soon found herself on the board of the organization.

To train and support court-appointed volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children that have come to the attention of Davidson County Juvenile Court so that each child can be safe, have a permanent home and the opportunity to thrive.

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In her time with CASA thus far, Arie has conducted workshops with CASA staff on unconscious bias, equity and inclusion; delivered more than 300 pairs of socks to youth in need with members of the Nashville Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.; and was the “Fund the Need” spokesperson during the Red Shoe Party. She has even recently been elected vice chair of the board. Arie shares, “My personal mission continues to be giving voice to the voiceless, providing service and support at any level, growing funding, and creatively developing sustainable ways to improve the lives of CASA children and families 24/7.”

“This was an opportunity for me to extend my clinical psychology and equity and inclusion expertise beyond the practice,” Arie explains. “Familiar with the complexities, barriers and challenges that children and families face — particularly those in CASA — I can be a ‘change agent’ for advocacy, education and resources.”

Bari Beasley moved to Middle Tennessee with her family 17 years ago and spent the last eight years in Williamson County. She was immediately smitten with the history and culture of her new domicile. According to her, "Unbeknownst to me at the time, many of the aspects of the area [that] we loved had been tirelessly preserved and championed by The Heritage Foundation for decades. Now, and for the past five years, it has been my privilege and honor to continue that for future generations." Bari's hat has a wide brim, as she supports the collective accomplishments of her staff, the board of directors, numerous advisory boards and committees, and more than 300 volunteers. The Heritage Foundation also has several divisions, including the Downtown Franklin Association, The Franklin Theatre, Franklin Grove Estate & Gardens, and the History and Cultural Center of Williamson County. All working together, a quality of life has been created like no other: a thriving Main Street, a vibrant arts scene, stunning Century Farms and rural landscapes, legacy families working alongside newcomers, and a multifaceted history that is important to share.

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But for Bari, whose "Back to the Future" leadership style has taken the Heritage Foundation through a major growth stage, it's the people of Williamson County that are so important. "We have each other. We make our community what it is today, and the Heritage Foundation is the backbone for carrying forth our memory into the future.”

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Teaka founded Love Thy Neighbors because she wanted to bring awareness and justice to people and communities who are underserved and who lack the resources to have their voices heard. Through the organization, Teaka has been able to organize food and supply drives after natural disasters; provide basic needs for people without homes; collect toys for families in need during the holidays, socks for older adults and blankets for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities; mentor youth in the foster care system; clean up schools and paint murals; and even advocate politically for the community. And it seems Teaka is only just getting started in making Nashville better for everyone.

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Love Thy Neighbors is geared toward engaging the community through programming, events and initiatives that will aid in providing education, tools, resources and opportunities.

It seems that Teaka Jackson’s involvement in making Nashville better knows no end. Professionally, she is a senior litigation paralegal, but she is also a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 civil and victim-offender mediator, is certified in suicide prevention for both youth and adults by the Department of Mental Health, serves as a duly commis sioned notary public for the State of Tennessee, and is the founder of the nonprofit Love Thy Neighbors. From a young age, Teaka and her family were deeply engaged in nonprofits and philanthropy, supporting many charitable causes and organizations, and she just never stopped. “As I grew into adulthood, my passion became more evident, and I knew volunteer service was a part of my purpose, leading me to champion the most vulnerable people and communities by contributing a significant amount of my time, energy and resources,” she says.

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UPRISE NASHVILLE UpRise Nashville is a career development program that provides training in highly sought-after skills, along with leadership and personal development, to give Nashvillians a way to stop living paycheck to paycheck and launch a career.

As a volunteer for UpRise Nashville for the past five years, local business owner Anne Jones has helped countless Nashvillians find their own paths to suc cess. “The students of UpRise Nashville are citizens of our city and our communities [who] seek to be independent of government assistance, learn a skill set and seek employment that will lift them out of poverty,” Anne says. “The desire for someone to learn, work and advance is an easy cause to encourage and support.” Along with fundraising and allyship, Anne also works with UpRise’s Dress for Success program, which helps students secure clothing for the professional workplace, and she conducts mock interviews so students can build confidence before real-life job interviews. For her, the work is especially inspirational come graduation time. “To see a person who may be battling addiction, eviction, lack of hope, dependency on government assistance, fleeing an abusive relationship, [or have] no transportation [or] little education have the courage to walk in the door, reaching out to the hand extended to them, [and] encouraging and walking with them to rise out of poverty humbles me,” she says. “In a time of such division, it reminds me how people of different color, different socioeconomic backgrounds [and] different beliefs can come together, work together, be a light to each other and improve the community in which we live.”

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Terry initially served as the inaugural board vice president, and she’s currently the board president. Since the organization first started meeting in 2019, API Middle Tennessee founded the annual Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Arts Festival, which takes place every May, and they’ve partnered with the Greater Nashville Chinese Association and the Nashville Chinese School to host an Asian-themed book drive for local public schools. Soon, the organization will launch More Than a Menu, a campaign that Terry says is “focused on highlighting API culture and people in Middle Tennessee through API-owned restaurants, pop-ups and cultural events.”

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Terry Vo was inspired to co-found API Middle Tennessee, an organization dedicated to racial justice and elevating Asian and Pacific Islander voices, after seeing a lack of similar resources when she moved to Nashville. “I want to be part of building a more diverse and inclusive community here in Middle Tennessee,” she says.

“Tourism and gentrification have made it cost-prohibitive for API-owned restaurants to establish themselves in the center of Nashville and made it difficult for local eaters to find casual, affordable API-owned restaurants. Without a central resource or food critic that focuses on API restaurants that may not have a big marketing budget, it’s hard to learn about what’s out there. And yet, there are more API pop-ups than ever — many in conjunction with shows and other events. People who love food are always looking for their next favorite place to eat.”

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“I have learned and grown so much as a person because of the outstanding Ballet leadership and the amazing board members with whom I have had the privilege to serve and who have taught and pushed me to be a better person and a better board member,” Laura says. “One of the big things I have learned is the more you dig in and give of your time and talents to something like Nashville Ballet, the more you receive back.”

NASHVILLE BALLET

We create, perform, teach and promote dance as an essential and inspiring element of our community.

Laura Currie has been on Nashville Ballet’s board since 2014, but she first got involved about 20 years ago as a parent volunteer when her daughter joined the organiza tion as part of The Nutcracker’s youth cast. Not only did she appreciate getting to take a peek behind the curtain, but she was also inspired by the positive impact the organization had on the children. “I have always had an interest in dance, not only as an art form, but also as an athletic pursuit and a great foundational grounding for children,” she says. The dance company is also a vibrant piece of Nashville’s Music City reputation, a responsibility Laura and her colleagues don’t take lightly. While many of the country’s ballet companies have stopped performing to live music, the Nashville Ballet continues to collaborate with the music industry, “From full story ballets, like Cinderella or The Nutcracker, with the Nashville Symphony to emerging work with a single piano, violin or cello,” she says.

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“I am forever inspired and motivated by the performances I see at OZ, especially dance, my favorite form of performing art,” explains Meera. “For me, who studied traditional ballet, watching art so boldly and bravely break the mold of convention, [I] cannot help but bleed into my own personal architecture. I want to go forth as witness with the same boldness to serve as a pioneer in my own work, to think outside the box. OZ has taught me to think, to stretch [and] to grow.”

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It should come as no surprise to anyone that Meera Ballal would be, hands down, the nominee chosen by OZ Arts for this year’s Model Behavior issue. She has been a dedicated OZ season ticket holder since the founding of the cultural center in 2014 and is an ardent supporter of its contemporary art presentations, unique live performances and outstanding special event programming. She also helped envision and chair the nonprofit’s very first fundraiser, Conversations, an evening that brings Nashville’s diverse leaders together to consider the significant issues facing our community. The event is held at tables in the round in OZ’s renovated cigar warehouse, which gives it a fun, casual atmosphere. Meera’s voice is one that participants enjoy hearing. As an attorney and a founder of Women’s Healthcare Initiative, her company educates and develops protocols for health care organizations and workers to recognize, treat and improve the health and safety of those struggling with domestic violence. She demonstrates model behavior on a regular basis through her service and commitment to OZ Arts.

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OZ Arts supports the creation, development and presentation of significant performing and visual works of art by leading artists, whose contributions influence advancement in their field. performances,Throughexhibitions and community events, OZ Arts focuses on producing and presenting the works of local and visiting artists who reflect our diverse society, utilizing new artistic forms and technology in creative ways, and providing opportunities for meaningful engagement with audiences, students, and cultural and civic leaders.

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Nashville Opera strives to inspire a lifelong interest in opera and engage learners of all ages in thoughtful, educational programs by making the performing arts available to all, regardless of age, location or income.

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Cheryl is highly discerning when choosing where she devotes her time, and she truly believes in the values practiced by the Nashville Opera and its artistic director, John Hoomes. “In an era [in which] organizations sometimes give lip service to being inclusive, I see Nashville Opera practicing inclusivity in an authentic, intentional way. Beautiful art can come from that kind of authentic inclusivity.” After serving her time as vice president of the board, she is preparing to begin her tenure as board president later this fall.

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Before Cheryl Slay Carr, associate dean and professor in the college of music business at Belmont University and a self-proclaimed operaphile, moved to Nashville, she watched the Nashville Opera Company perform the world premiere of “Elmer Gantry” during a visit to the city and fell in love with the organization. When she moved here the next year, she started the Nashville Opera & Classical Music Meetup group for newcomers to classical music. That was the prelude to her own journey with the Nashville Opera. After arranging to have a member of the Opera give an “Opera 101” talk to her meetup group, she was invited by the organization to serve on a focus group. In 2018, she officially joined the Friends of Nashville Opera, formerly known as the Nashville Opera Guild, and was invited to join the board of directors in 2019. During her time on the board so far, she has founded the Committee for Artistic & Social Impact, moderated workshops for the Opera’s educational programs and served on the organization’s Strategic Planning Committee.

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Sunny Bray was nominated by two separate nonprofits this year: Women in Technology of Tennessee and The Nashville Food Project. She is relentless in her pursuit of helping people in need in Nashville, and she has the skill sets necessary to be a valuable asset to many others. In fact, Sunny is also the CEO of Catalyst Collective, a nonprofit that offers marketing; web design, development and maintenance; project management; and information technology services to other organizations that may not have the resources to succeed in those areas. In 2015, Sunny moved to Nashville and immediately started putting her skills and time to use to help others. She joined WiTT in 2016 because the organization was integral to her growth when she was new to the city. “I love surrounding myself with women who are intentional about helping to create space and opportunities for other women,” exclaims Sunny. “Women who want to grow, improve and challenge themselves to be a better version of themselves every day.” And in 2020, she was invited to join the board, first as the director of membership development and, now, as director of marketing. She joined The Nashville Food Project earlier this year because she couldn’t bear to see people living in poverty and suffering from food scarcity in Nashville and wanted to do something about it. “What they do for our community is extraordinarily impactful work, and you couldn’t help but know it was the result of the passionate team and leadership of its founder, the late Tallu Schuyler Quinn,” says Sunny.

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On Sept. 9, we’re teaming up with our friends at the Nashville Post to co-host the Most Powerful Women luncheon at the Conrad Nashville. Our all-star panel this year includes four of the city’s most accomplished and inspiring leaders in the nonprofit, music, health and government sectors. Although their careers and skill sets vary, the one thing that unites them is their commitment to serving others. We chatted with our panelists about their philanthropic involvement, their advice to others and more. To learn more about their impressive careers and their thoughts on leadership, join us at this year’s event.

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Nancy Keil is the president and CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Ten nessee, where she oversees the collaboration, inclusion, innovation, integrity and well-being of the nonprofit, and she provides leadership and vision in advancing hunger issues throughout 46 counties in Middle and West Tennessee. Since 2019, she has created and led innovative projects and partnerships that resulted in 40 percent more food being distributed to those affected by food insecurity, the March tornadoes and the pandemic. A passionate leader, Nancy upholds the mission of Second Harvest by adjusting and finding ways to overcome challenges as the com munity moves forward.

How and when did your involve ment with nonprofits begin? My involvement with nonprofits began at a very young age. I volunteered at the Presbyterian church, where I tutored other kids my age who came from dis advantaged homes, and I also assisted children with disabilities so they could enjoy water activities. My mother encouraged my siblings and me to be engaged within the community, albeit sometimes unwillingly.

How can volunteer work with a nonprofit benefit one’s professional life? Volunteering empowers an individual’s empathy and fills you with joy. I feel it is extremely important to understand the disparities within our communities for us to be the best advocates for one another.

How do you choose which causes and organizations to devote your time to? I choose which causes to devote my time to by their mission and impact in the community, and when people I respect ask me to support a cause they truly believe in.

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What is your current involvement with nonprofits? I have worked at Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee for eight years, and it gets most of my attention and time. I am impressed with many nonprofits in Nashville and provide a variety of support that varies from year to year. One of my biggest lessons from the pandemic is how impactful and necessary partnership can be.

What’s the most common piece of advice you find yourself giving other leaders or aspiring leaders? There is a purpose and place for us all; Find something you love and have the courage to challenge yourself every day to do great work. Start with the end in mind. If you know what you want to accomplish (what your end state of success looks like), it is easier to map your journey and to share your vision with others. Be a pioneer of intentional change; lead by example humbly.

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What’s the most common piece of advice you find yourself giving other leaders or aspiring leaders? True leader ship is always about putting others first; however, in order to give of yourself fully, you have to learn to fill your own cup reg ularly. Exercising, traveling, reading and spending time with my family and friends are a few ways I make sure to fill my cup. How do you choose which causes and organizations to devote your time to? I look for causes that align with my personal interests and gauge the true impact that I can help make in any par ticular area. Since time is such a limited resource, it’s important to know your strengths so you can determine how best to make a difference. How and when did your involvement with nonprofits begin? I have been fortunate to have colleagues/mentors who have had tremendous impact in influencing and shaping the mission of nonprofits. I try to follow in those foot steps yet differentiate to have a unique impact. One example is my work with the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign. My clinical focus as an endocrinologist has been in the care of pregnant women who develop endocrine diseases during pregnancy. Developing conditions such as gestational diabetes in pregnancy indicates an increased likeli hood of developing future Type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease. Educating women on these health risks has become a personal clinical passion leading to my involvement with the American Heart Association. Who was an important mentor, and what’s the most lasting tenet that person left you? Though I’m thankful to have had many wonderful mentors, my parents are my best and most important mentors. My dad was the national cricket coach for India, and my mom was a pro fessor of English literature. They passed on their shared work ethic, taught me the importance of humility and resilience, and showed me how to balance work and play while following my dreams.

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CEO, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital, Midtown and West Shubhada Jagasia brings more than 30 years of clinical and health care administra tion experience to her position as CEO of Ascension Saint Thomas. Since arriving in May 2021, she has overseen a major Midtown modernization project that included the creation of a new inpatient rehabilitation facility, a dedicated spine institute, a women’s hospital and more. Additionally, the Midtown campus opened a women’s gynecology care emergency department and saw growth of the cancer service line, and the West campus received a geriatric ER accreditation. Shubhada is passion ate about improving patient access, creating newer models of health care delivery and building clinical programs in partnership with physicians and is the Go Red for Women chair for the American Heart Association of Tennessee.

What’s the most common piece of advice you find yourself giving other leaders or aspiring leaders? I find myself telling leaders two things. One is that everyone can do something. Some can write; some can speak. Oftentimes, folks believe you only need X skills to make a change. My experi ence is that, with a commitment to make change, anyone can use basically any skills they have. The other is that change [doesn’t have] to be big to be impactful. Nothing is too small. Do something. No matter how small. Not doing anything is not an option.

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What is your current involvement with nonprofits? I am involved with several nonprofits: the American Muslim Advisory Council, PENCIL, Business and Professional Women of Tennessee, National Women’s Political Caucus and The Women’s Fund. How do you choose which causes and organizations to devote your time to? Other than AMAC, which is about religious freedom, all the causes that I concentrate [on] most are about women and children. How and when did your involvement with nonprofits begin? Since my college days in Nigeria, when I was the state female president for my college Muslim student association and was later voted to be the female leader at the state level. Since moving to the U.S., my involvement in not-for-profits began in 2003-2004, when I started the Hardeman County Junior Achievement and joined the Business and Professional Women of Tennessee. How can volunteer work with a non profit benefit one’s professional life? It is the best training ground [for] how to help others. It also is the best place for networking. I believe I am where I am today because of the many con nections and experiences I have gained over the years from my not-for-profit organizations. Who was an important mentor, and what’s the most lasting tenet that person left you? My father. Always be kind. Executive Director of Grants and Contracts, Meharry Medical College; Councilmember-atLarge, Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County

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At Meharry Medical Center, Zulfat Suara ensures timely compliance and reporting on all grants and contracts of the institution in accordance with federal, state, insti tutional and other regulations. But since being elected to one of the Metro Council’s five countywide at-large seats in 2019, she has become one of the city’s most visible elected officials. By some accounts, she was the first Muslim elected to public office in Nashville and the state of Tennessee. Zulfat, a Nigerian immigrant and accountant by training, has focused her time in office on housing, public education, civil rights and the city budget.

What’s the most common piece of advice you find yourself giving other leaders or aspiring leaders? Relationships matter. I would not be where I am today without a network of mentors, as well as countless colleagues who I have been able to lean on throughout my career. Who was an important mentor, and what’s the most lasting tenet that person left you? I have had many amazing mentors over the years, but one who comes to mind today is Judy Girard, who I worked for at Scripps Networks. One thing she taught me was that leaders don’t always have all the answers [and] the importance of collaborating and bringing out the best in the people on your team. She is a dear friend today.

As CEO of the Country Music Association, Sarah Trahern oversees the organiza tion’s three network television properties: CMA Fest, CMA Country Christmas and the CMA Awards; leads one of the biggest music festivals in the world; and serves as president of the CMA Foundation. As a trade association, CMA represents every aspect of the country music industry, and Sarah has made community outreach a priority, particularly during the pandemic. Her vision and leadership were instru mental in launching CMA’s Music Industry COVID Support initiative, which provides resources and assistance to its members, as well as the music community at large. She is consistently included on industry lists, including Billboard’s Women in Music and Country Power Players. Chief Executive Officer, Country Music Association

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What is your current involvement with nonprofits? I am so proud to serve as the CMA Foundation’s board president, in addition to serving on the boards of the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, Georgetown University’s Baker Scholars Program, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp, JDRF, Music City Bowl, Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee, and Leadership Nashville. How do you choose which causes and organizations to devote your time to? I won’t lie, it’s a delicate balance. But to circle back on the importance of relationship-building, I find it invaluable to support not just the music industry but also the many business sectors that help Nashville thrive and make this city truly unique. How can volunteer work with a nonprofit benefit one’s professional life? The first thing that comes to mind, again, is the personal connection. I think we all show up to our business roles, first and foremost, as individuals. But how we create and develop relationships is based more on a personal connection. I have always looked for volunteer opportunities based on what I am passionate about, not what I think someone in the role I’m in should be doing.

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“I didn’t think about being a fashion designer because I didn’t realize that it is the career that can really mix creative and business in a beautiful way,” says Tanya. That was before she worked at Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s then-new Elizabeth and James label, where Tanya had what she calls her “aha!” moment. She launched her namesake label in 2012 and was soon dressing numerous celebrities and visiting Buckingham Palace and the White House, all experiences that “make you realize [the brand] means something to people.”

On Sept. 28, Gus Mayer is bringing Tanya and her sophisticated Fall 2022 collection to the Nashville Humane Association’s annual Cause for Paws. The busy, talented mom of two young boys made time to chat with us about her motivation for inclusive sizing, what causes are important to her and more.

D esigner Tanya Taylor is celebrated for her thoughtful approach to fashion and her unique ability to weave color, texture and original, hand-painted prints into uplifting silhouettes that give women a way to express themselves confidently, regardless of size. Raised in a family of entrepreneurs, she graduated with a degree in finance from Montreal’s McGill University, but she missed the creative environment she grew up in and decided to earn an associates degree at the Parsons School of Design.

An exclusive interview with fashion designer Tanya Taylor

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It’s fascinating that you are both left- and right-brained. Do you find the creative or business side more interesting? I find that they fuel each other, and I try to dedicate days to each priority. For instance, on Mondays, I usually do more operations and business things. On Tuesdays, we work together and design. I have Wednesdays for marketing, which is creative for me. I love that I have a career that I can learn a little bit about each part of the business and have it inform both the creative side and the analytical side. I love that you paint the prints that you use in your designs. Have you always painted? I painted my whole childhood. I painted massive pinup girls all over the walls of my basement growing up, and I had free rein to express myself through painting. Now, I paint a lot. I try to put my hand in every print we make. It’s really collaborative [now], but that’s definitely where the brand started. It was me painting all of our prints, and [I] still try to when I have enough time. Tell us about your Fall 2022 collection. Fall ’22 is really new for us. … There’s just so much depth. We have feathers, amazing faux leather [and] gorgeous pieces that are really fashionable. Everything feels really rich and new. We haven’t been able to do that [due to the pandemic], so we came running out of the gate, excited to build something that felt super-feminine and really distinctive. What was the impetus behind the inclusive size range that you have? [It] makes the industry more approachable, more inclusive to amazing women [who] weren’t being included in fashion. I think it started from a really personal place, where my mom was always like a size 18 and had a challenge finding clothes that really made her feel confident. And I met a lot of friends along the way that shared a similar sentiment of not feeling like clothing could empower them. So, I wanted to change that. We learned how to produce sizes 0 through 22 really carefully and really focusing on fit. And we fit all of our pieces now in a size four and a size 18. It’s really an incredible customer. They are the first to shop our e-commerce when we launch a new collection. It’s an exciting part of the business.

You launched your business at age 25, and now, it’s your 10th anniversary. Do you have any advice for an up-andcoming or aspiring designer? I think it’s [to] put blinders on and just be so true to what you think is missing and what you feel is you. No one will have your ideas. … I am so impressed by portfolios from students coming straight out of school. They’re so unique, and I think hold on to that kind of uniqueness as long as you can. You’ve dressed Michelle Obama, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé. Is there somebody you haven’t worked with that you’d like to dress?

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It would probably be someone that’s nostalgic for me, … a little bit more timeless. Meryl Streep wore us last year, … [and] I would love if Diane Keaton wore one of our suits. There are some incredible women [who] have been style icons for 40 years. If I could put them in my prints, I’d feel so excited. How important have specialty stores like Gus Mayer been to building your brand? We say specialty stores are the canary in the gold mine. They are so in tune with their customer. They know who Sally is and what amazing charity events she has to go to. They buy for real people [who] have the lifestyle [and] are fully embedded in the community. That’s very valuable. Specialty stores have taught me the most about what the brand positioning is, and Gus Mayer has been a really great support for us. You’re the featured designer at Cause for Paws, which benefits our Nashville Humane Association. What causes are important to you? Our brand is super-philanthropic. We create art for clothing, but there are endless ways art can impact people. We have worked closely with Memorial Sloan Kettering [Cancer Center]. We’ve redone their curtains [in the pediatric wing] and hosted painting classes. I really believe in the power of color to change people’s moods and make them feel better, and I try to apply that to differ ent organizations. We’ve done a partnership with Publicolor, which goes into public schools in New York, and Sunrise Day Camp, which is for pediatric cancer patients. I’m always thinking of how color can make people happy. A lot of the organizations that we work with are really aligned with that vision.

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Anastacia Aesthetics

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What is your area of expertise? This has evolved over the years. It started as a popular spray tanning business, and now, we’re finally getting respect in skin care. I have always had more interest in the skin care department, but it takes time to build a brand that isn’t backed by investors or influencers.

Anastacia Schwenk Website: anastaciaaesthetics.com Phone: 615-630-2021

What sets you apart from others in your industry? Skin care is like fashion. It’s constantly changing. I like to find a balance in that [by] being up to speed on new techniques, services [and] trends but keeping it classic, basic and simple. I’ve hired a diverse staff that has experience with skin types, tones, ages, etc. I have never been cookiecutter and wanted this clinic to reflect a “New Age MedSpa” vibe.

What are some of the top products you recommend for clients? Lux koji pads. It’s that one product that always has glowing reviews. Literally, [it] leaves [your] skin glowing by gently eliminating that dull skin appearance. These are great for morning use on clean skin. You won’t regret this one! And balancing toner pads. These are multifunctional, giving you the power to maintain your best skin. What makes these pads so cool is that you can also use them on your armpit area! The powerful ingredients fight the bacteria that cause odors, helping you eliminate standard deodorant.

What do you love most about your job? Creating! I love creating skin care products and services. Being able to create an environment for clients to experience and feel good about themselves is really rewarding.

What can a client expect when they schedule an appointment at Anastacia Aesthetics? We encourage clients to book appointments online. This is helpful [because] waivers and health forms are completed in privacy. When clients arrive at our location, they will see easy access to parking up front. Clients can browse our retail or relax in the lounge while their service provider prepares to take them into service. Giving each client a warm and inviting experience is just as important as educating or guiding them on their new skin journey.

Anastacia Schwenk got her start in the skin care industry while working in production, branding and marketing for a local skin care and makeup company. In 2009, she set out on her own and started a mobile tanning business, running around town with her flip phone and black book while also working to complete an aesthetics program. With the goal of creating her own products, she opened her first brickand-mortar store on Eighth Avenue. Over the last 13 years, Anastacia’s treatments have evolved along with the changing philosophies and technologies of the skin care industry as a whole. Her new space on Belmont Boulevard, which she painstakingly worked to finish last year, finally offers the space she needs to cater to a much wider audience and to provide a greater range of treatments.

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What do you love most about your job? My favorite thing is working with different types of people every day. Every time someone comes in, I can change something for them to put them in a better mood, give them a refresh and brighten their day.

What sets you apart from others in your industry? I am always trying to learn new things and be innovative and creative. This way, my clients can be elevated with top-of-the-line hair and skin treatments. How do you go above and beyond for your clients? I offer them a unique guest experience. We offer every guest a sparkling beverage, and we do our best to make everyone who walks in the door comfortable. I get to know all my clients on a personal basis so [they’re] friends and not just another number.

Andrea Harbison understands the importance of self-empowerment, and she wants to help her clients feel empowered in their own approach to wellness. Opening Catch Salon and Spa wasn’t simply a dream for her; it was a tangible goal that she worked to achieve. She bought the building that is now home to Catch in Spring Hill, and she designed the space from scratch. And even just through word-of-mouth advertising, she’s been able to build a loyal clientele. Now, Andrea specializes in various coloring techniques. This year, she expanded her offerings to include a full experience, offering LED therapy, facials that boost collagen, treatments that heal damaged skin cells, detoxing, microdermabrasions, waxing and a variety of eyebrow enhancements — a one-stop salon and spa with anti-aging skin care products. She also has her own line of hair extensions and lashes now, and her work has been featured on The Real Housewives of Orange County

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Andrea Harbison Website: catchnashville.com Phone: 931-797-5257

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What are some of the top products you recommend for clients? Here at Catch Salon and Spa, we use exclusive brands, and each one has unique ingredients so we have something for everyone. Our first line is called Elevatione. The No. 1 product, and my personal favorite, from this line is the Pure Excellence peeling gel. This is a great exfoliating skin cleanser to be used one to two times a week. We also carry VouPre. Our favorite product is the Vita C Serum, which is a great product for many different skin types. What can a client expect when they schedule a consultation with you? [Each] client comes in, sits down with our skin specialist and is welcomed through a full skin analysis. Our skin analysis machine is unique to our spa because it shows us any underlying skin conditions at multiple levels of the skin. The skin analyzer takes the guesswork out for our skin specialist so they can figure out exactly what is going on with their skin and know how to go forward with the client’s treatment plan. What is one misconception about your industry or business? The biggest misconception is that people think they need invasive treatments to see results. In our anti-aging spa, we have several devices that are proven to show results with noninvasive technology.

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How do you go above and beyond for your clients? I am very invested in my clients’ lives. Building relationships is how I stand out from other aestheticians but also how I go above and beyond. From working with them through fertility struggles to managing stress through life’s hardships. It’s never just a facial; it’s quality girl time. I’m basically on call for brides the week of their wedding or when clients have a big show or TV performance coming up.

Kenzie Cammuse is a licensed medical aesthetician and the owner of Nashville Skin Studio. She’s been in the industry for more than five years and has built an impressive celebrity clientele. She takes a holistic approach to skin care and believes your overall health plays a vital role in the health of your skin, so she considers factors like lifestyle and nutrition when customizing a treatment plan for each client. Since opening in 2021, Nashville Skin Studio has grown rapidly. By adding an employee and new treatments to the menu, she makes sure she can meet the needs of NSS clients and provide exceptional care. Kenzie grew up in Franklin and now lives in Nolensville with her husband and two baby girls. When she’s not working, you can find her at pilates or hanging with her family.

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What’s your biggest career accomplishment? The week I opened my own business, I found out I was pregnant while also having a 6-month-old baby at home in the middle of a pandemic. I can’t believe I did it, to be honest!

What can a client expect when they schedule an appointment at Nashville Skin Studio?

What’s a success story from the past year that you’re really proud of? I hired my first employee last year. I’m really proud of that growth and can’t wait to expand even more in the next year or two.

What sets you apart from others in your industry? I’ve actually had skin cancer, so that experience further drives my passion for skin health. I understand and can relate with the necessity of protecting our skin on a deeper level than just from my education.

In initial consults, we go over your goals, timeline and budget. Then, we make a plan for skin treatments and a product lineup based on those three factors. We’ll also discuss your overall health, since rather than just treating your skin topically, I’m going to address lifestyle, nutrition, etc.

What is your area of expertise? For treatments, I specialize in both microneedling and chemical peels, as they help correct the overall texture and tone of the skin. I also focus a lot on gut health with my clients. I’m currently enrolled in school for functional nutrition, so I’m passionate about finding root causes for skin conditions.

Nashville Skin Studio

Website: nashvilleskinstudio.com Phone: 615-861-9891

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What do you love most about your job? I love being a part of someone’s journey to finding self-confidence. There is something so rewarding about transforming a client’s skin and showing them their before and after photos, which often bring them to tears.

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What’s a success story from the past year that you’re really proud of?

What are some of the top products you recommend for clients?

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ROSEMARY: Success is measured in many ways. If I can help a patient rid themselves of insecurities and build their confidence to become more comfortable and accepting of their skin and body, then I have achieved great success.

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MEGAN: People often think cosmetic facial injections will make them look fake, but when administered properly, I truly believe they help us to age gracefully.

MEGAN: When you’re my patient, I’m going to address your face as a whole. I want to give you the best result by achieving facial balance. It’s important that I treat your main concerns [and] make sure everything looks good, not just one thing.

How do you go above and beyond for your clients?

ROSEMARY: When a patient schedules a consultation, they can expect me to listen closely to their concerns, and together, we’ll create a personalized plan to achieve their desired outcome.

What is your area of expertise? ROSEMARY: My area of expertise is in everything skin! Ranging from brow shaping, HydraFacials and skin care products to the use of lasers to treat aging skin and scars. I am also well versed in body contouring and other treatments.

What do you love most about your job?

Angela Goodwin, RN, BSN; Megan Spivey, RN, BSN; and Rosemary Sumner, Licensed Aesthetician and Certified Laser Technician Website: theplasticsurgerycenterofnashville.com

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ROSEMARY: What I love most about my job is helping patients build a stronger self and positive body image. I love their reactions at their follow-up appointments.

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The Plastic Surgery Center of Nashville

Together, the team at The Plastic Surgery Center of Nashville has decades of experience in a wide array of aesthetic care techniques. For Angela Goodwin, Megan Spivey and Rosemary Sumner, communication is the top priority because they appreciate that the only way to provide their clients with exactly what they want is through extensive consultations. They are committed to ensuring that everyone who walks through their doors fully understands every option available to them. For their team, the joy and confidence that their clients feel and express after a thoughtfully executed procedure or skin care routine is what makes all of the preparations and extra work worth it, whether it be for cosmetic alterations or for repairs after an injury.

What sets you apart from others in your industry?

ANGELA: We offer neurotoxins, hyaluronic acid fillers and biostimulator fillers, along with a variety of medical skin care products. Each patient is unique, and we select products and services based on each individual patient’s anatomy and skin needs. What can a client expect when they schedule a consultation with you?

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ANGELA: Our team at The Plastic Surgery Center of Nashville is committed to exceeding patient expectations, from the initial consultation to the follow-up appointment. We understand that contemplating a surgical or nonsurgical procedure can be overwhelming. Therefore, we take the extra steps to ensure that our patients feel comfortable and are fully informed prior to their procedure so they can make an informed decision.

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BY JONATHAN SIMS

What can a client expect when they schedule a consultation with you? Each injector is allowed to manage his or her own client base, and they and their clients work out a time and day that is best suited for them, which can be same-day appointments.

What is your area of expertise? Injectables, such as Botox; dermal filler for any area of the face; and Kybella for any area of the body. We particularly love lips and midface because these areas can really bring back that natural, youthful look!

What sets you apart from others in your industry? We are a powerhouse group of three women with advanced degrees in our respective fields, including nursing, business and law. Mary is board certified in anesthesia and has been trained by the best across the nation in the field of aesthetics, Carla has her MBA and her doctorate of nursing, and Courtney is an attorney specializing in corporate and medical spa law.

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How do you go above and beyond for your clients? We go above and beyond by requiring our injectors to get trained within the Smiley Aesthetics training program, which is an accredited program. We hold our injectors to the highest of standards with our quality control. We follow up with each of our clients after treatments to ensure they are satisfied. We never let anyone leave without having achieved a “Smiley Face.”

Twin sisters Mary Smiley Ford and Carla Smiley Pierson have quickly built something truly unique in the aesthetics industry. Their individual journeys began in different aspects of health care; Mary is a certified registered nurse anesthetist, and Carla got a master’s in nursing administration, an MBA and a doctorate of nursing. Mary was the first sister to learn how to do aesthetic injections, and when she developed the idea of creating a business that takes the Botox right to their customers, Carla was eager to join. Together, they created Smiley Aesthetics in February of this year. They added attorney Courtney Walker to the team and have become an unstoppable trio. Now, they offer training and certifications in aesthetic injections and operate all over Tennessee and in Georgia, Kentucky, Arizona and Colorado — truly an admirable feat in such a short time.

Mary Smiley Ford and Carla Smiley Pierson Website: smileyaesthetics.com Phone: 615-319-4878

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What do you love most about your job? We love helping people feel their best, and we strive to enhance natural beauty (what is already there). The happiness expressed by clients after injectables is worth every second spent with this business.

Smiley Aesthetics

What is one misconception about your industry or business? Many people still look back to the ‘90s and early 2000s, when overinjecting was so prevalent, and do not see how you can “enhance your natural beauty” with injectables without anyone even knowing you had something done. There are also so many uses for injectables, from smoothing out wrinkles to helping with TMJ symptoms and so much you can do with dermal fillers, as well, for a full face rejuvenation. We truly believe that your face is your billboard, and there should be no shame in wanting to look your best and feel good on the inside and the outside!

CONSCIOUS DESIGN

RELAX AND REJUVENATE At Bamford Wellness Spa, clients may indulge in such treatments as the hot and cold jade stone massage, a Himalayan salt scrub or a B Silent treatment, which begins with a stress-reducing foot bath. Couples can relax together in the beautifully appointed couples treatment room. There are also events on the horizon, created in partnership with TRILUNA Wellness, such as a full moon or new moon sound bath and an intention-setting ceremony with meditation. Also planned are tarot card readings and massages of the hand to be held in the lobby.

IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS

“Every little step matters,” says Nicholas, referencing everyday choices that affect the environment. “Collectively, if everyone does one thing differently, it’s a huge impact.” For example, in the rooms, there are mini-chalkboards, rather than pen and paper. On the coffee bar, there is a faucet perfect for ﬁlling up a water bottle with ﬁltered water — bring your own or purchase a PATH aluminum water bottle from the minibar. And the in-room Nespresso machines are paired with Bluestone Lane compostable coffee pods.

The hotel group worked in collaboration with Wichita, Kansas-based LK Architecture and New York City-based Workshop/APD utilizing biophilic design, bringing the outside in to create a closer connection to nature. The art on the walls by Andrea Bonﬁls is all made from beeswax, and each piece is compostable. In a panoramic suite, a soaking tub is surrounded by local river stone and accented by ZZ plants. In all of the rooms, rough-hewn poster beds, workbench-like vanities and accents of reclaimed wood continue the theme.

1 Hotel Nashville brings the outside in with sustainability as a top priority English ivy — well maintained with the help of a finely tuned irrigation system — adorns the exterior of the newly opened 1 Hotel Nashville on Demonbreun Street, hinting at what awaits inside. “The ivy wall is your introduction,” says General Manager Nicholas Farina. “It adds a certain element of beauty in this area, which is a very big part of it, and it doesn’t hurt to have this many plants to help scrub a little bit of the air.”

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WASTE NOT, WANT NOT Following the ugly food trend, outside the elevators is a massive 16th-century dining table laden with baskets of fruit that weren’t deemed quite grocery store-worthy but are delicious all the same. The fruit is free to guests. Also, the hotel offers the program 1 Less Thing. Guests who might be shopping and now have more items than they want or need can donate their gently used clothing, which will be given to People Loving Nashville, a nonproﬁt organization whose mission is to help people experiencing homelessness.

The Nashville property, owned by SH Hotels & Resorts, is the international brand’s eighth hotel, with a number of others in the pipeline. The 215 guest rooms, including 37 suites, are reflective of the theme of natural finishes that adorn the property. The showpiece of the property is the 2,000-square-foot Terrace House suite boasting an expansive private terrace with breathtaking views and starts at $25,000 per night. Additional amenities include a fitness center, a spa and over 30,000 square feet of event space.

1 Kitchen, situated on the ground floor, is the brainchild of Culinary Director and Top Chef alum Chris Crary. The seasonal menu offers such dishes as beet Wellington and seared salmon with braised turnip greens and buttered turnips. “It is as dirt-to-table as possible,” says Nicholas, a New York transplant, adding, “The food from the local farms here is second to none. I have been blown away.” The restaurant seats 180, including the patio. The furniture is simple, with clean lines in a neutral palette, the plants providing a pop of green. Tiny wooden stakes in potted plants on each table contain a QR code for the day’s offerings, eliminating the need for paper menus. Next up, Neighbors, is a gift shop and grab-and-go spot offering light fare, such as sandwiches, yogurt parfaits and fruit plates. Finally, the soon-to-open Harriet’s Rooftop Bar will offer an “elevated” nightlife with Asian-fusion cuisine and is slated to open this fall.

For the foodies, the three dining concepts offer tantalizing options sure to please any pal ate.

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The luxury hotel brand has a two-fold mission: to give guests the best experience possible and to be “a platform for change.” The LEED-certified, carbon neutral hotel is green in more ways than one. There are 900 living plants in the building, tended to by the staff at Optimara, a greenhouse in East Nashville.

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FLWR Shop draped the tent with boughs of asparagus vine and crystal chandeliers and set the tables with silver compotes and mint julep cups filled with blossoms and topiary trees. Al Paris and The Heartbreakers played medleys of Motown music for dancing throughout the night. The horn section of the band formed a New Orleansstyle first line and led the bride and groom to a waiting limousine at the end of the evening. Guests stayed for a night cap, enjoying the evening air.

Leslie Charles Jackson, Jr.

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Mary Bronaugh and Charlie Jackson met in 1999 on the middle school cross-country team at Harding Academy. Charlie claims he had a crush on her even then. ey reconnected in 2020, when they ran into each other at e UPS Store. Charlie invited Mary for a co ee and patiently waited a month before they could get together due to COVID restrictions. ey did a fair amount of texting during the interim and nally met for co ee in January 2021. Charlie proposed in October 2021 while hiking near the Obed River. He gave her a ring he designed around a center diamond that had been in his family since the 1800s. They married in May 2022 under a clear tent at the bride’s family home in Nashville. The Reverend Canon Lissa Smith of Christ Church Cathedral officiated. Russell Davis, on keyboard, led a full string ensemble with an oboist for a musical prelude; Chris Simonsen performed several solos; and Jay Dawson preceded the bride and her father with a rendition of “Highland Cathedral” on the bagpipes. Kristen Winston catered the seated dinner, Leland Riggan designed the almond amaretto wedding cake, and Jenny Richter Corts helped plan the event.

Mary, a graduate of the College of Charleston, is a commercial property manager at Cushman & Wakefield. Charlie, an alumnus of the University of Tennessee Knoxville and Nashville School of Law, works in operations and business development at The UPS Store. Their parents are Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Bronaugh Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Charles Jackson Sr.

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Sept. 7: Nightfall at the Hall (Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum) Sept. 8: Family Biscuit Breakfast (Family & Children’s Service) Sept. 10: A Tennessee Waltz (Tennessee State Museum Foundation) Sept. 17: Sunset Safari (Nashville Zoo) Sept. 17: River Swing (Harpeth Conservancy) Sept. 21: Red Door Bash (Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee) Sept. 22: Tiffany Circle Luncheon (American Red Cross) Sept. 24: Picnic for the Parks (Nashville Parks Foundation) Sept. 27: Beauty From Ashes (The Next Door) Sept. 28: Beyond Bourbon (OZ Arts Nashville) Sept. 28: Voices of Freedom (End Slavery TN) CAUSE FOR PAWS

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The popular Girl Scout Luncheon is back for the first time since 2019. The event, which has a touch of nostalgia for so many former Girl Scouts, will feature vocalist, songwriter and performer Kelsea Ballerini as guest speaker. Seven No. 1 hits, two Grammy Award nominations, two ACM Awards and two CMA Awards are a few “badges” among her many acco lades. In addition, guests will enjoy the sweetest favor ever: Girl Scout cookies. gsmidtn.org

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Last year’s postponement to September proved so suc cessful for the always soldout ladies’ luncheon that it is permanently moving and will be closing out the month with a fashion show featuring designer Tanya Taylor’s Fall 2022 collection. Attendees know to arrive early to bid on fabulous auction items and to snuggle with adorable, adoptable pups. They’ll also have a chance to meet Tanya and shop her current line at the Gus Mayer pop-up shop. nashvillehumane.org

three years of virtual events to tide over supporters, the Mad Hatter returns as an inperson event. It’s just in time to celebrate 30 years of the Sexual Assault Center’s signature event, and guests are asked to wear their favorite hat! Co-chairs Shanna Belott and Josephine VanDevender have an extraordinary evening planned to raise funds to provide healing for children, adults and families affected by sexual assault and to end sexual violence through counseling, education and advocacy. sacenter.org

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Riverview Farm will again serve as the site for this fast-paced afternoon of polo, which benefits Saddle Up! and the Rochelle Center. Co-chairs Nina Lindley and Kandis Bates opted for a “Journey Into the Wild” theme and are creating a safari-inspired lounge, where patrons can enjoy specialty cocktails. It will be excit ing to see which team prevails when the rivalry between the teams of Ironhorse Farms and Lo Key Ranch continues. chukkersforcharity.net 10 7 17 9 SEPT. 10 SEPT. 28

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Join us as we team up with our friends at the Nashville Post to co-host the Most Powerful Women luncheon at the Conrad Nashville. Demetria Kalodimos will moderate an inspiring discussion with four successful leaders in the nonprofit, music, health and government sectors. It will also be a chance to congratulate our Model Behavior honorees, who will be recognized during the event. VIPs can mingle with the panelists at a reception afterward. bigtickets.com

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The Size of a Grapefruit e Size of a Grapefruit is a new exhibition coming to Modfellows Art Gallery. is show displays a collection by artist Danielle Krysa that takes the audience on a journey of growth, witnessing the beautiful ourish from the ugly. Through Sept. 24. Gratis. Modfellows Art Gallery, 3655 Trousdale Drive, Studio C, 615-915-3742, modfellows.com

OAZO Tinney Contemporary is proud to present OAZO, an exhibition featuring the immersive, multidisciplinary works of Joshua Edward Bennett. Bennett’s spiritual investigation manifests as a collection of artobjects, as design and text, and as sound, smell and light. T hrough Oct 8. Gratis. Tinney Contemporary, 237 Rep. John Lewis Way N., tinneycontemporary.com615-255-7816, Collective Imagination: Art Right Now Collective Imagination: Art Right Now is an expansive group exhibition featuring 14 artists working in a broad variety of styles and media for a unique gallery experience. Through Oct. 31. Gratis. Chauvet Arts, 215 Rep. John Lewis Way N., 615-278-9086, chauvetarts.com Salon Noir Frist Art Museum opens their rst micro-exhibition Salon Noir, presented by Project Uplift. e artwork in the exhibit is by Nashville artist Elise Kendrick and explores the beauty of African American women, their unique hairstyles and the Black salon experience. Through Dec. 31. Tickets $15. Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway, 615-244-3340, fristartmuseum.org Rent For a quarter of a century, Rent has been a cultural phenomenon urging us to live and love without regret. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Sept. 16-25. Tickets $50-70. TPAC, 505 Deaderick St., 615-782-4040, nashvillerep.org La Bohème is story of young love and strong friendships that was the inspiration for Rent returns to the Nashville Opera. e age-old story of a struggling poet falling in love with a beautiful seamstress. Sept. 22-24. Tickets $30105. TPAC Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., 615-832-5242, nashvilleopera.org

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The Future Is Female e a rmation of the self as subject and the prevalence of craft-based practices, such as sewing, weaving and embroidery, in today’s art re ects the ongoing in uence of feminist art of the 1970s. Through June 2023. Gratis. 21c Museum Hotel, 221 Second Ave. N., 615-610-6400, 21cmuseumhotels.com/nashville

Pretty Woman: The Musical Based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, Pretty Woman: e Musical springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell. Sept. 27-Oct. 2. Tickets $33125. TPAC Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., 615-782-4040, tpac.org

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Some people are cat people; some people are not. I guess we know where you fall in that great dichotomy. For a cat lover, a cat can be a BFF for as long as time allows. For a kitty that’s passed, mourning time is required. But even when a human best friend is gone, there comes a time for the mourning to end. There’s no sorrow so deep that it needs to be brought into the office. If you’ve expressed your sincere compassion, you’ve done all you can do. You missed the burial, so that may take some time to heal over. Maybe you were closer to the cat than you knew. It’s back to work now. There’s no reason to dwell on the passed pet now. At least a new cat can be on the way. They may be easier to find than a human best friend. When the kitten arrives, ask to see selfies of the cat-loving co-worker with the kitty. I’m sure she’ll have some to share.

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Expert etiquette advice from John Bridges

SCRATCHED AND SCARRED

ON HOLD

Moving On

A co-worker in my o ce has lost her beloved cat. (To be clear, I mean that the cat has died.) She was devoted to the cat and kept her picture on her desk. After the cat died, she posted a Facebook message, and lots of con dolences poured in. None from me, if I may say so. e cat was cremated, and the woman held a burial ceremony in her backyard. For some reason, I was invited. I didn’t go. I’ve told her I’m sorry for her loss, but she’s still not speaking to me. She and I have to work together. What can I do to get our lives back to normal? — Anonymous, Brentwood

I know that, in a phone conversation, it’s the responsibility of the person who made the call to bring it to an end. at makes sense to me, but what am I supposed to do with email conversations? I think I’ve said all I need to say, then another reply shows up. I feel that I have to say something more so I don’t seem rude. is keeps me sending smiley emojis back and forth. When’s the right time to stop talking? — Anonymous, Gallatin It’s good of you to remember the old-fashioned rules about talking on the telephone. (You probably remember the rotary dial too.) If you made the call, it was your job to shut down the conversation. You were the one who called, and you knew the agenda of the moment. When you’d said all you had to say, you simply said goodbye and put down the receiver. (Remember the receiver?) Nobody got insulted. That was actual talking; virtual talking is another thing entirely. It’s tough to chitchat via email or Instagram, but it’s easy to leave bruised feelings floating around out on the internet. Let’s assume you’ve said what you meant to say, so close out the conversation with a “see you soon” or a “thank you.” (Remember those?) No tantalizing smiley faces are required. When the back-and-forth is done, it’s done. Nobody’s going to be left alone with the dreary dial tone. (Remember the dial tone?)

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A look back at the arrival of the Tennessee Titans

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As mayor in the 1990s, Phil Bredesen was instrumental in recruiting Tennessee’s rst NFL team to Nashville. Once the deal was complete, owner Bud Adams presented Phil with his own Tennessee Oilers jersey, as they were then called. e team o cially changed its name to the Tennessee Titans in 1998 and revealed a new logo, showing the city and nation that NFL football was here to stay. “Titans come from early Greek mythology, and the fact that Nashville is known as the ‘Athens of the South’ makes the name very appropriate,” Bud said at the time. In the rst year under the new name, the Titans went to the Super Bowl, and they have had four consecutive winning seasons under current Coach Mike Vrabel.

Top: Logo unveiling, 1998 Bottom: Phil Bredesen, Bud Adams, circa 1996

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