Vol 19/Issue 6
greater owensboro chamber of commerce
CHAMBER MATTERS 2021
June Rooster Booster to feature new President and CEO of Owensboro Health The Chamber invites you to join us for the June Rooster Booster, sponsored by Western Kentucky University in Owensboro, this Thursday, June 3 at 7:30 a.m. This month’s program will feature an interview with Mark Marsh, the new President and CEO of Owensboro Health. Marsh will be interviewed by Bart Darrell, member of the Chamber’s Executive Committee and 2018 Chamber Board Chair. The virtual event will stream live on the Chamber Facebook page and on Zoom.
Join us!
Join us via Facebook Live @gochamber To register for the event via Zoom, fill out a registration form on www. chamber.owensboro.com.
Tennessee; Greenview Regional Owensboro Health has named Hospital in Bowling Green, Mark Marsh — a healthcare Kentucky; and Marshall executive who has led hospitals Medical Center in Lewisburg, in Kentucky, Tennessee and Tennessee. Florida — as its next president Marsh is a native of Cincinnati and chief executive officer. and played quarterback for the Marsh, who will succeed Western Kentucky University outgoing president and chief football team that made executive officer Greg the NCAA playoffs in both Strahan, is expected to 1987 and 1988; he also begin his new role with played baseball for WKU. Owensboro Health on Marsh’s professional June 7. distinctions include the Since 2016, Marsh has 2003 “Young Healthcare ser ved as president of Executive of the Year” in Health Central Hospital Bart Darrell Tennessee, awarded by in Orlando, Florida—part the American College of of the Orlando Health Healthcare Executives, and the system—where he expanded WKU Distinguished Ser vice the heart program, achieved Medal in 2009. He will be joined national recognition for quality in Owensboro by his wife Julie and opened new cancer and and their three children, Clay, rehabilitation centers. Last Elizabeth and Austin. Januar y, he opened Horizon “I am ver y excited about this West—a new, six-stor y hospital opportunity and look for ward in Orange County. His 25-year to building on the incredible executive career also includes histor y of Owensboro Health,” CEO tenures at Gateway Marsh said. “I will be dedicated Medical Center in Clarksville,
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to working alongside the Board, physicians, team members, volunteers and community leaders to ensure we continue to provide the best care possible to our patients.”
In May the Chamber celebrated two Ribbon Cuttings welcoming new businesses to our community! On Thursday, May 20 the Chamber celebrated the opening of First United Bank and Trust at 3012 West Parrish Avenue. First United is a Madisonville-based community bank that recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. Their new Owensboro location is their sixth bank in Western Kentucky. Learn more at efirstunitedbank.com
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What WKU has experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrates, more than ever before, the underlying strength and resilience of the University. In Owensboro and Daviess County, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and partners met head-on and overcame what is arguably the largest challenge in WKU’s history. What was experienced this year will never be forgotten. Looking to fall 2021, WKU plans to return to normal operations, including a transition back to hybrid courses in Owensboro very similar to the prepandemic blend of in-person and online instruction. WKU also continues its work to develop offerings in Owensboro and Daviess County that match the needs of the area, including an online Bachelor of Social Work program and continued focus on the Criminology, Engineering Technology Management and Computer Information Technology bachelor’s completion programs. It’s clear that the University remains committed to increasing access to students in the Daviess County area to programs with strong demand and also to serving place-bound students seeking higher education. As WKU continues to increase access and opportunity, tremendous work is being done in Daviess County to support the effort. Last year, 19 local students were awarded more than $92,000 in scholarships from local community donors. WKU is incredibly grateful for these donors who give back to their community so that students from Owensboro and Daviess County can have the opportunity to pursue a college degree. The future is bright for WKU in Owensboro. Through collaboration with critical partners across the area, the University looks forward to continuing its important work to create life-changing, positive effects for its students and for its communities. Go Tops! wku.edu/owensboro | 270-684-9797 | owensboro@wku.edu
On Friday, May 21, the Chamber celebrated the grand opening of Jiffy Lube Multicare at 2990 Hayden Road. Part of the Stonebriar Auto Services Group, Jiffy Lube offers complete vehicle maintenance services, including oil changes, brakes, batteries, tires services and more. Jiffy Lube is excited to partner with the Chamber to give back to our community — learn more at jiffylube.com.
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Chamber to hold drive-thru vaccine clinic
Following Rooster Booster this Thursday, June 3, the Chamber will host a Drive-Thru COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at the Owensboro Convention Center (501 West Second Street) with the Green River District Health Department from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. What you should know: • Vaccines are available for all individuals aged 18 and older. • Vaccines are completely free for everyone, regardless of insurance.
• No appointment is required. • Bring a photo ID. • Option of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine or the two-dose Moderna vaccine (individuals will be contacted by the Health Department to schedule their second dose following 28 days). To enter the clinic, turn right onto Locust Street from Second Street. You will receive registration paperwork then pull forward to receive your vaccine, all while remaining in your car.
Once you’ve received your shot, you will be directed to a parking spot to wait for the designated
15 minutes to be monitored by a nurse. Then you’re good to go! You’ll leave with your official
CDC vaccination card and some free merch from our sponsors – the Green River District Health Department, Owensboro Convention Center, Western Kentucky University in Owensboro, and the Chamber! The giveaway items are limited and available while supplies last. Any medical questions should be directed to the Green River District Health Department at (270) 686-7744. For directions or other questions, please contact the Chamber at (270) 929-1860.