2024 Virtual Impact Awards

IMPACTAWARDS VIRTUALPROGRAMBOOK

The TriState Minority Supplier Development Council

Dear Patrons:

Welcome to the 31st Annual Virtual Impact Awards Gala, an incredible moment of reflection.

The Board of Directors and staff are honored to have you join us to celebrate the remarkable achievements of corporate members and certified minority businesses across our 3-state footprint, which includes Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia. We remain the connecting link to profitable and successful business relationships among our stakeholders – locally, regionally and nationally.

The Council is pleased to present this occasion, set aside to celebrate supplier diversity at its best. The TriState Minority Supplier Development Council (TSMSDC) continues to shape the development and growth of minority businesses. An array of honorees will be presented during the course of this year’s

This occasion is dedicated to honor minority businesses, corporate members, and individuals that have demonstrated unwavering commitment to help drive innovation, promote sustainability, and enhance an inclusive business marketplace.

We extend our appreciation to our generous sponsors who help to make this event possible. Their very generous support and commitment gives us the much-needed resources to advance our overarching

As part of this year’s celebration, the TMSDC Education Foundation will announce scholarship winners. The foundation’s mission is to provide scholarship assistance to eligible graduating high school seniors. We are proud to announce that this year’s donors contributed $108,000 toward scholarships which will be presented this evening to 16 notable students, who will matriculate to over 12 colleges and universities within the United States. These financial awards are made possible by corporations, minority businesses, individuals, and the Education Foundation.

Congratulations are extended to all of the award winners. Your devotion to the common purpose of business diversity, and philanthropy continues to make an indelible impact on our economy and the

Our thanks to the nominees, production crew, staff, volunteers and all individuals who generously

We hope you will enjoy this special “Celebration of Excellence.”

Richard Manson, JD

HAIRMAN, CITIZENS SAVINGS PRESIDENT AND LEGAL COUNSEL,

Cheri K. Henderson PRESIDENT & CEO, TSMSDC

April 25, 2024

Helping MBEs Grow and Connect!

Dear Impact Awards Gala Participants:

The Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee (MBEIC) of the TriState Minority Supplier Development Council (TSMSDC) welcomes you to the 2024 Impact Awards Gala. This occasion celebrates the many contributions and achievements made by corporations, minority businesses, corporate representatives, individuals and graduating high school seniors, over the past year.

The MBEIC provides ideas and proven solutions for growth, educational offerings, and industry delineation for certified minority businesses affiliated with TSMSDC. Our committee works in concert with other MBEs to integrate ‘best practices’ for growth, success and sustainability. Small and diverse businesses are the backbone of the economy. Collectively, we stay to the course to explore new ideas and valuable connections to development partnerships, strategic alliances, and joint ventures to shore-up size and scale for business connections, expansion and survival. Your participation in the various council sponsored events will continue to help us move in the right direction.

In conjunction with the TSMSDC leadership, the MBEIC provides a platform of advice, input, and assistance to further the council’s mission. In particular, the MBEIC is the voice of certified MBEs. As such, the committee’s goal is to assist MBEs to reach their potential. The MBEIC is diversity in action for corporations to realize that supply chain diversity is a win-win investment that drives overall business success.

On behalf of the MBEIC, I extend my congratulations to all of the awardees, and thank you for joining us for that what promises to be an outstanding Celebration of Excellence

Sincerely,

Warren A. Sawyers PRESIDENT & CEO

ATLAS MANAGEMENT CORPORATION

CHAIRMAN, MBEIC, TSMSDC

PHONE: 615.620.0970

FAX: 615.620.0989

TOLL FREE: 877.669.4520

www.atlasmanagement.us

About the Impact Awards

recognizes the outstanding performance and achievements of the members and affiliates of the TriState Minority Supplier Development Council (TSMSDC) during the past year. The occasion reaffirms our belief in, and support of the future of our youth by awarding scholarships to deserving high school graduating seniors. Since its inception in 1994, the coveted awards program has become the council’s graduating most anticipated event to businesses and students who have excelled in service and individual achievement. The elegant gala celebrates service and volunteerism, and annually raises funds for the worthwhile programs of TSMSDC, and its Education Foundation.

Each year, the Impact Award is presented in four categories: Corporation of the Year distinction in minority business opportunities); Corporate Representative of the Year distinction in personal leadership and support of minority businesses); the Year in four categories (for distinction as a viable business and supporter of TSMSDC); and Impact of the Year (for distinction in extraordinary contributions and exclusive influence).

Selection Process: The MBEIC sent business surveys, via the council, to all TSMSDC member corporations. The Corporation of the Year award honors the corporate member who has made outstanding and extraordinary contributions in developing and expanding minority business opportunities. The MBEIC Corporation of the Year Committee reviewed and vetted the surveys submitted based upon the criteria and information received, used segments of the National MBEIC “Best Practices,” and narrowed the responses to the top finalists. The local committee selects and presents the winner of the influential Corporation of the Year.

In contrast, the Corporate Representative of the Year is decided on the basis of popular opinion, garnered through the support of minority businesses affiliated with the council. This award is a tribute to the representative who, through personal leadership, has involved his or her corporation in the implementation and/or expansion of its supplier diversity program and recognizes diversity, equity and inclusion as a business imperative.

The TSMSDC corporate members submit nominations for four categories of of the Year based on the criteria of a certified minority supplier for distinguished viability, and business acumen in the areas of product, quality, customer service, timely delivery, industry knowledge and professional staff. The votes are tallied and awards are presented.

The Council’s staff identifies, selects and presents the highest honor, Award The award signifies personal leadership, commitment and extraordinary contributions to TSMSDC.

Education Foundation

The TMSDC Education Foundation was officially inaugurated in 1994. Its mission is to provide assistance and support of at-risk graduating high school students who are unable to continue their education beyond high school. Including this year’s recipients, the Education Foundation has awarded $2.5 million in scholarship assistance to 414 high school graduates. These articulate and academically talented students matriculate to colleges, universities, and vocational institutions throughout the country.

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Attorney Richard Manson of SourceMark, LLC, a premier provider of innovative products, services and solutions to the healthcare and retail pharmacy industry. Additionally, Manson is of counsel with Manson, Johnson and Conner, LLP, Attorneys at Law, a full-service law firm with a diverse practice encompassing broad areas of the law. His distinguished legal career spans over 32 years, managing a private law practice that includes multi-business collaborations, extensive work nationally and internationally with media conglomerates representing high-profile clients, a successful publisher and author, and university professor. His accomplishments in private practice, along with his broad experience in corporate law, civil rights, mergers and acquisitions, litigation management and complex, strategic business planning, makes him an enviable speaker and conference leader. Previously, he served as general counsel for several prominent institutions, banks, sports enterprises, marketing, entertainment and media holding companies.

Atty. Manson has traveled extensively, and is a member of the Society of International Business Fellows, an organization focusing on international commerce and culture. Board affiliations include the TriState Minority Supplier Development Council (TSMSDC), TMSDC Education Foundation, Healthcare Supplier Diversity Alliance, Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association, Nashville General Hospital at Meharry, and the former Ethics Committee Chairman of USATF (USA Track and Field). He is the board chairman of Citizens Savings Bank & Trust Company, the oldest continuously operating minority financial institution in the U.S., and serves as the chairman of the TSMSDC Board of Directors.

He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Fisk University, and a Juris Doctorate from Vanderbilt University Law School.

He is a graduate of the Business Executive Management Programs at Amos Tuck at Dartmouth School of Business, Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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Awards Program

Thursday, April 25, 2024

Master of Ceremonies

Richard Manson, President and Legal Counsel, SourceMark, LLC Of Counsel, Manson, Johnson, Conner, PLLC

Board Chairman, Citizens Savings Bank and Trust Company Chairman and Legal Counsel, Board of Directors, TSMSDC

Opening

Cheri K. Henderson, President & CEO, TSMSDC

Welcome

Attorney Richard Manson

NMSDC Greetings

Ying McGuire, CEO & President

National Minority Supplier Development Council - New York, New York

The Occasion, Awards Criteria & Acknowledgments

Entertainment

Nashville Jazz Workshop

Presentation of Awards

Corporation of the Year & Corporate Representative of the Year

Warren A. Sawyers, President & CEO, Atlas Management Corporation, MBEIC Chairman, and Sub-Committee Chair, Corporation of the Year, Board of Directors, TSMSDC

Minority Suppliers of the Year – Class I, II, III, IV

Attorney Richard Manson

Impact of the Year

Cheri K. Henderson, President & CEO, TSMSDC

TMSDC Education Foundation & Presentation of Scholarships

Derrick Dowell, Vice President, TSMSDC

Special Presentation to Student Recipients

Nicole Dunigan, Senior Vice President & Financial Advisor, Pinnacle Financial Partners

Kindle Tablets

Closing Remarks

Attorney Richard Manson

TMSDC Education Foundation

MISSION: The TMSDC Education Foundation was officially inaugurated in 1994. Its mission is two-fold: to provide assistance to at-risk graduating high school students who will contribute to the diversity in higher education, and to remove financial barriers and access to higher education. To date, the foundation has awarded over $2.5 million in scholarship assistance to 414 high school graduates.

UNIQUE NEEDS, UNIQUE SOLUTIONS: The TMSDC Education Foundation fills a void unaddressed by other programs. Its unique focus is to assess academic proficiency, college readiness, and the development of interpersonal skills. Integrity in the selection of scholarship recipients is maintained by the direct involvement of volunteer committee members from corporations, minorityowned businesses, community partners, and individuals.

ALLIANCE: The alliance between the TMSDC Education Foundation and various organizations reaches several high schools throughout Middle Tennessee. The focus is on socio-economically disadvantaged students with the following goals:

• Increase the number of at-risk graduating high school seniors enrolled in institutions of higher learning

• Improve the workforce and drop-out rate

• Increase the likelihood of success

• Improve social and academic proficiencies

• Increase opportunities among donors and recipients

SUPPORT NEEDED: Education is the key to success. It is through the generous support of corporations, minority businesses, individuals, and community partners that the TMSDC Education Foundation is able to reach out to these most deserving young men and women, with a continuum of financial support, resources, and internships.

Make a difference! Fulfill the dreams for young people to strive toward excellence. Support and promote the growth of minority businesses. If you and/or your organization would like to contribute, please contact the TMSDC Education Foundation at (615) 726-0586. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent by law.

THE LEVELS OF SUPPORT ARE:

Chancellor - $10,000 and up Professor - $500 - $999

Vice Chancellor - $5,000 - $9,999 Patron - $250 - $499

Department Chair - $1,000 - $4,999 Friend - Up to $249

EDUCATION: FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS

Presentation of Impact Awards by

Corporation of the Year

The award honors the corporate member who has made outstanding and extraordinary contributions in developing and expanding minority business opportunities. The MBEIC sent surveys to all TSMSDC Member Corporations. The MBEIC Corporation of the Year SubCommittee reviewed the surveys submitted and narrowed the responses to the top finalists based upon a point system. The Corporation of the Year Sub-Committee, vets, selects and presents the winner.

Presenter:

Warren A. Sawyers, President and CEO, Atlas Management Corporation

MBEIC Chairperson, and Board of Directors, MBEIC Corporation of the Year Sub-Committee Chair, TSMSDC

Corporation Of The Year Nominees:

HCA Healthcare

Louisville & Jefferson County Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD)

Nissan North America

Toyota Motor North America, Inc

The University of Kentucky

Corporate Representative of the Year

This award is a tribute to the representative who, through personal leadership, has involved his or her company in the implementation and/or expansion of its minority supplier diversity program. Corporate representatives are nominated by the certified minority businesses of TSMSDC.

Presenter:

Warren A. Sawyers, President and CEO, Atlas Management Corporation

MBEIC Chairperson, and Board of Directors, MBEIC Corporation of the Year Sub-Committee Chair, TSMSDC

Nominees:

Paul Buerkle, Jr. - Tennessee Valley Authority

Marilyn Clark - University of Kentucky

Leigh Walls - CoreCivic

Minority Suppliers of the Year

The awards recognize the certified minority supplier for distinguished viability and business acumen in the areas of product, quality, customer service, timely delivery, industry knowledge and professional staff. In addition to these qualities, the supplier has supported, through active affiliation, the programs, events and activities of the TSMSDC. Minority Suppliers are nominated by the corporate members of the council.

, President and Legal Counsel, SourceMark, LLC, Of Counsel, Manson, Johnson, Conner, PLLC, Board Chairman, Citizens Savings Bank and Trust Company, Chairman and Legal Counsel, Board of Directors, TSMSDC

Class I ($1M & Under)

BC Holdings of TN, LLC (TN)

Forza Architecture, Inc. (KY)

Intelicomm, LLC (TN)

Legner Energy Group (KY)

Class II ($1M - $10M)

Don Hardin Group (TN)

Edison Electric (TN)

Hoskins & Co. (TN)

MC Investors, LLC (TN)

Mahantech Corporation (WV)

Ward-Edison Professional Cleaning Services (KY)

Impact of the Year

This award pays tribute to the individual who, through personal leadership and commitment, has made extraordinary contributions to the TSMSDC. This individual is selected by the TSMSDC staff.

Presenter:

Cheri K. Henderson, President & CEO, TSMSDC

Class III ($10M - $50M)

Aaecon General Contracting, LLC (KY)

Archangel Protective Services, Inc. (TN)

Johnson Bryce, Inc. (TN)

J.Y. Legner Associates, Inc. (KY)

Lestar Mineral Development, Inc. (KY)

Scientific Sales, Inc. (TN)

Class IV ($50M +)

Applied Construction Solutions, Inc. (WV)

Diversified Supply, Inc. (TN)

DSSI, LLC (KY)

TKTKonnect, LLC (KY)

V-Soft Consulting Group, Inc. (KY)

A Salute to Past Impact Awards Nominee

2023

Corporation of the Year

Toyota Motor North America

Corporate Representative of the Year

KeeKee Mathis

Sr. Leader-Supplier Sustainability & Diversity

Trane Technologies

Minority Suppliers of the Year

Fresh Bourbon (Class I)

Wingard Quality Supply, LLC (Class II)

Lestar Mineral Development, Inc. (Class III)

Enova Premier, LLC (Class IV)

Impact of the Year

Marcella McCullough

Sr. Manager Supplier Diversity, Purchasing Strategy

Nissan Group of the Americas

2022

Corporation of the Year

Trane Technologies

Corporate Representative of the Year

KeeKee Mathis

Sr. Leader-Supplier Sustainability & Diversity

Trane Technologies

Minority Suppliers of the Year

MCI, LLC (Class I)

Atlas Management Corporation (Class II)

LB Manufacturing (Class III)

Diversified Supply, Inc. (Class IV)

Impact of the Year

Marilyn Clark

Supplier Diversity Manager

University of Kentucky

2021

Corporation of the Year

Toyota Motor North America, Inc.

Corporate Representative of the Year

Paul A. Buerkle, Jr.

Senior Program Manager,

Supplier Diversity & Development, Supply Chain

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)

Minority Suppliers of the Year

Winfrey Foods, LLC (Class I) Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. (Class II)

Action Facilities Management, Inc. (Class III)

Guy Brown (Class IV)

Impact of the Year

Nicole Dunigan

Senior Vice President & Financial Advisory

Pinnacle Financial Partners

2020

Due to the COVID pandemic, the Impact Awards did not take place

2019

Corporation of the Year

Louisville and Jefferson County Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD)

Corporate Representative of the Year

Paul A. Buerkle, Jr.

Senior Program Manager,

Supplier Diversity & Development, Supply Chain

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)

Minority Suppliers of the Year

SealingLife, Inc. (Class I)

Fluent 360, LLC (Class II)

Remar, Inc. (Class III)

EnovaPremier, LLC (Class IV)

Champion of the Year

Robert Kinchen

Former Director Supplier Diversity, Service & Support Purchasing Nissan North America, Inc.

Impact of the Year

Tera Vazquez

President & CEO

Guy Brown

2018

Corporation of the Year

Nissan North America, Inc.

Corporate Representative of the Year

Jackie LaJoie

Supplier Diversity Manager

Ingersoll Rand Corporation

Minority Suppliers of the Year

Wingard Quality Supply (Class II)

Premiere Building Maintenance Corporation (Class III)

Guy Brown (Class IV)

Champion of the Year

Stanford T. Williams, Jr.

Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer

Messer Construction Company

Impact of the Year

Attorney Richard Manson, Esq.

President SourceMark, LLC

Legal Counsel, TSMSDC Board of Directors

2017

Corporation of the Year

Volkswagen Group of America –Chattanooga Operations, LLC

Corporate Representative of the Year

KeeKee Mathis

Supplier Diversity ManagerPurchasing, CP Volkswagen Group of America –Chattanooga Operations, LLC

Minority Suppliers of the Year

Crowders Trucking (Class I)

Yoshis Industrial Supply (Class II)

Premiere Building Maintenance Corporation (Class III)

Guy Brown (Class IV)

Champion of the Year

Althea Jones

Manager, Supplier Diversity & Development, Supply Chain

Tennessee Valley Authority

Impact of the Year

Jackie LaJoie

Supplier Diversity Manager

Ingersoll Rand

2016

Corporation of the Year

Nissan North America, Inc.

Corporate Representative of the Year

Anthony Mathis

Director, Contract Diversity, Special Projects, Norton Healthcare

Minority Suppliers of the Year

AJ Media services, LLC (Class I)

Manufacturing Consulting International (Class II)

Johnson Bryce, Inc. (Class III)

V-Soft Consulting Group (Class IV)

Champion of the Year

Harvey Hoskins

President, Hoskins & Company

Impact of the Year

John Dunn

Senior Client Solutions

Manager, Freeman

Corporate Representative of the Year

Vice President, Cultural Development &

Minority Suppliers of the Year

Diamond Restoration (Class I)

Team Ignition Pancultural Marketing Group (Class II)

Remar Technologies Group, LLC (Class III) Guy Brown (Class IV)

Impact of the Year

Terriance Moody Principal Manager Dream Systems, LLC

2012

Corporation of the Year

Volkswagen Group of America –Chattanooga Operations, LLC

Corporate Representative of the Year

Rodney Creager Manager, Strategic Sourcing Bridgestone Americas

Minority Supplier of the Year Ewing Moving Services & Storage, Inc.

Champion of the Year

Jim Fitzgerald, Jr. President & CEO HealthTrust Purchasing Group

Impact of the Year

Emily Benedict

Corporate Representative of the Year

Guy Brown (Class IV)

Champion of the Year

Yvette Porter Manager, Supplier Diversity Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Impact of the Year

M. Kimberly Stagg Of Counsel Dickinson Wright, PLLC

2013

Corporation of the Year

Nashville Electric Services (NES)

Corporate Representative of the Year

Sandra Claiborne, C.P.M.

Director – Service & Support Purchasing Renault Nissan Purchasing Organization

District Sales Manager, TN & KY OfficeMax

2011

Corporation of the Year Nissan North America, Inc.

Corporate Representative of the Year

Almetta Bond Supplier Diversity Coordinator Nashville Electric Service

Minority Supplier of the Year Porter-Walker, LLC

Impact of the Year

Charlotte Peacock Senior Vice President Pinnacle Financial Partners

2010

Corporation of the Year AT&T

Corporate Representative of the Year

James Threalkill

Senior Director of Corporate Diversity, Skanska USA, Inc.

Minority Supplier of the Year BC Holdings, LLC

2006

Corporation of the Year Fleetguard Inc.

Corporate Representative of the Year

Karen McNair

Supplier Diversity Manager Fleetguard Inc.

Minority Supplier of the Year Global Industrial Components, Inc.

Impact of the Year

Warren Sawyers

President/CEO Atlas Management Corporation

Champion Award

Joe Ruberto

Joint Venture Partner Outback Steakhouse

2005

Corporation of the Year Johnson Controls, Inc

Corporate Representative of the Year

Almetta Bonds

Supplier Diversity Coordinator Nashville Electric Service

Minority Supplier of the Year Zycron Computer Services, Inc.

Impact of the Year

Jim Fitzgerald

President & CEO

HealthTrust Purchasing Group

Senior VIce President, HCA

2004

Corporation of the Year Johnson Controls, Inc.

Corporate Representative of the Year

Titus Martin

Supply DIversity Manager

Strategic Procurement Johnson Controls, Inc.

Minority Supplier of the Year Premiere Building Maintenance Corporation, Inc.

Impact of the Year (Tie)

Jim Fitzgerald

President & CEO, HealthTrust Purchasing Group

Senior VIce President, HCA

Gale Sayers President, Sayers40, Inc.

2003

Corporation of the Year Advanced Composites, Inc.

Corporate Representative of the Year

Benji Holt, Purchasing & Administration Manager Advanced Composites, Inc.

Buyer of the Year

Steve Hammonds

Director, Facilities & Services

Support Purchasing Nissan North America, Inc.

Minority Supplier of the Year Thomas, Lloyd & Shedrick

Impact of the Year

Rick Mills, President, Fleetguard, Inc. Vice Chairman, Cummins Inc.

2002

Corporation of the Year Johnson Controls, Inc.

Corporate Representative of the Year

Reginald K. Layton

Minority Business Development Director Johnson Controls, Inc.

Buyer of the Year

Tim Partlow Vice President & CFO, HCA

Minority Supplier of the Year Arvie Personnel Services, LLC

Impact of the Year

Jim Fitzgerald President & CEO

HealthTrust Purchasing Group Senior Vice President, HCA

2001

Corporation of the Year

Tennessee Valley Authority

Corporate Representative of the Year

Glen Mayer, Corporate Supplier Diversity Director, UPS, Inc.

Buyer of the Year

Timothy Webster Purchasing Manager

Cebal Americas

Minority Supplier of the Year Scientific Sales, Inc.

Chairman’s Award for Excellence

Don Kohanski, President & CEO

Nashville Electric Service

Impact of the Year

David Thibodeau, Executive Vice President SunTrust Bank

2000

Corporation of the Year Fleetguard/Nelson Inc.

Corporate Representative of the Year

Rick Gagnard

Director of Indirect Sourcing Fleetguard/Nelson, Inc.

Buyer of the Year

Bill Todd

Regional Procurement Specialist Tennessee Valley Authority

Minority Supplier of the Year Scientific Sales, Inc.

Impact of the Year

Sheila Hill, Director Business Development Diversity Square D Company

1999

Corporation of the Year Bates Fabricating, Inc.

Corporate Representative of the Year

Barbara Lowe

Manager of Minority Affairs

Gaylord Entertainment

Buyer of the Year

Michelle Sweeney Vice President of Purchasing First American National Bank

Minority Supplier of the Year Arvie Personnel Services, LLC

Impact of the Year

Darrel Mogilles, Director, Business Diversification Program

Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corporation

1998

Corporation of the Year

Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corporation

Corporate Representative of the Year

Dennis Glenn, Supplier Diversity Specialist, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc.

Buyer of the Year

Jim Wilson, Director of Corporate Purchasing, Del-Met Corporation

Minority Supplier of the Year

Ewing Moving Service, Inc.

1998 (cont.)

Corris Boyd, Assistant Vice President,Materials Resource Management Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corporation

Corporation of the Year

Tennessee Valley Authority

Corporate Representative of the Year

Vendor Diversity Coordinator

Tennessee Valley Authority

Minority Supplier of the Year Arvie Personnel Services, LLC

Richard Manson, Attorney Law Office of Richard Manson

Corporation of the Year (Tie)

Tennessee Valley Authority

Corporate Representative

Metropolitan Development & Tony Tinsley, Purchasing Manager,

Corporate Representative of the Year

Tawnee Kirby, Minority Business Development Regional Manager, TN/ KY, NationsBank

Buyer of the Year

Michelle Hampton Buyer, Duracell U.S.A.

Minority Supplier of the Year Zycron Computer Services, Inc.

Impact of the Year

James E. Lawson, President The Lawson Group

1994

Corporation of the Year (Tie)

The Kroger Company Northern Telecom

Corporate Representative of the Year

Dewayne Scott, Senior Category Manager, The Kroger Company

Buyer of the Year

Tony Tinsley, Buyer Duracell U.S.A.

Minority Supplier of the Year Minorico, L.P.

Impact of the Year

Rita Mitchell, President Mitchell Financial, Inc.

1993

Corporation of the Year NationsBank of Tennessee

- Financial Services

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, USA, Inc. -Manufacturing/Retailing

Tennessee Valley Authority - Transportation/Utilities

Vice President, Purchasing First American National Bank

Minority Supplier of the Year (Tie) Zycron Computer Services, Inc.

Lesly Hart-Kelly, President Aztech Industrial Supply, Inc.

Chairman’s Award for Excellence

Executive Director, TMSDC

Corporation of the Year

Tennessee Valley Authority

Ingram Industries, Inc. -Diversified Services/Government Institutions

Corporate Representative of the Year

James Lawson NationsBank of Tennessee -Financial Services

Dennis Glenn

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, USA, Inc. - Manufacturing/Retailing

Frank Alford

Tennessee Valley Authority -Transportation/Utilities

Frank Chappell

Ingram Industries, Inc. -Diversified Services/Government Institutions

Buyer of the Year

Dennis Glenn

Minority Development Specialist

Toyota Motor Manufacturing USA, Inc.

Minority Supplier of the Year

2024 Scholarship Recipients

Guy Brown - $15,000

Teresa Brown

Career Goal: Entrepreneur

School Choice: University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

HCA Healthcare - $10,000

Ali Arafat

Career Goal: Neurosurgeon

School Choice: Belmont University

HCA Healthcare - $10,000

Zyann Fisher

Career Goal: Architectural Engineer

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Nissan North America - $10,000

Kimberly Bernard

Career Goal: Software Engineer

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Nissan North America - $10,000

Grant Stevenson

Career Goal: Mechanical Engineer

School Choice: Purdue University

Bridgestone Americas - $10,000

Jayla McClendon

Career Goal: Software Developer

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Thibodeau Charitable Fund - $5,000

TSMSDC - $2,500

Lamont Howard

Career Goal: International Relations/Foreign Service Officer

School Choice: Seton Hall University

CoreCivic - $5,000

Jayson Moeck

Career Goal: Entrepreneur

School Choice: University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

SourceMark - $2,500

SMS Holdings Corporation - $1,500

Healing Trust Fund - $500

Anaya Northern

Career Goal: College Professor of Linguistics

School Choice: Spelman College

Volkswagen Group of America - $5,000

Chinazaekpere Ene

Career Goal: Computer Systems Analyst

School Choice: Belmont University

Germantown Pub - $2,500

Amari Gordon

Career Goal: Entrepreneur

School Choice: Alabama A&M University

2024 Scholarship Judges

Lauren Dooros, Guy Brown

Derrick Dowell, TriState Minority Supplier Development Council

Cheri Henderson, TriState Minority Supplier Development Council

Patrick Johnson, PHJ Holdings

Phyllis Moore, MNPS Counselor, Retired

Magalie Normil, HCA Healthcare

Margaret Steele, Nissan Group of the Americas

Amy Wheeler, Nashville Electric Service (NES)

MAKING A DIRECT IMPACT ON INDIRECT SPEND

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Office Products

Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO)

Breakroom Products

Janitorial & Safety Supplies

Promotional Merchandise

Technology Products

Workplace Furniture

Scholarship Reflections

Nissan North America - $10,000

SMS Holdings Corporation - $1,500

College/University: University of

Career Goal: Computer Engineer

Bridgestone Americas - $10,000

JWS Auto Matrix, LLC - $1,500

College/University: University of

Nissan North America - $10,000

BC Holdings of Tennessee - $1,500

College/University: DePaul University Career Goal: Public Relations Manager

In Full Motion, Inc. - $1,500

College/University: Sewanee University

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $2,500

Archangel Protective Services - $2,000

Susan A. L. Marston, MBA - $500

College/University: Stanford University Career Goal: Aeronautical Engineer

Volkswagen Group of America - $5,000

Ewing Moving Service & Storage - $1,500

TMSDC Education Foundation - $1,500

Patrick Johnson - $500

College/University: Western Kentucky

Career Goal: Real Estate Agent/

Action Facilities Management, Inc. -

Johnson Bryce, Inc. - $2,000

College/University: University of Mississippi

Class of 2022

Guy Brown - $15,000

Mena Doce

College/University: Vanderbilt University

Career Goal: Computer Scientist

College/University: Haverford College Career Goal: Journalist/Lawyer

Messer Construction Co. - $2,500

Wingard Quality Supply LLC- $2,500

Robert Browning

College/University: Lipscomb University Career Goal: Architect

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Michael Gordon

College/University: Morehouse College

Career Goal: Physician

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Anthony Helwig

College/University: East Tennessee State University

Career Goal: Architect; Interior Designer

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Faith Miniard

College/University: Tennessee State University

Career Goal: Hospital Administrator

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Sammaria Perry

College/University: Belmont University

Career Goal: Attorney

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Jalon Taylor

College/University: Middle Tennessee

State University

Career Goal: Accountant

Class of 2021

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Nissan North America, Inc. - $10,000

Johnson Bryce, Inc. - $1,500

Kennedy Martin

Career Goal: Business Administration

School Choice: Alabama A&M University

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. - $5,000

Messer Construction Co. - $2,500

SourceMark, LLC - $2,500

Nashville Electric Service - $1,000

TRC Worldwide Engineering - $500

Simon Robertson

Career Goal: Mechanical Engineer

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Nissan North America, Inc. - $10,000

Alexandra Cantrell

Career Goal: Mechanical Engineer

School Choice: Colorado School of Mines

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. - $5,000

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Juwan Lwangmianga

Career Goal: Neonatologist

School Choice: University of Tennessee

– Knoxville

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Tera Vazquez - $5,000

Nazyr Whyte

Career Goal: Psychologist

School Choice: Loyola University –

Chicago

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

JWS Auto Matrix, LLC - $1,500

Nicole Dunigan - $500

Amy Wheeler - $500

Taliyah Autman

Career Goal: Child Psychologist

School Choice: Tennessee State University

CoreCivic - $5,000

Action Facilities Management, Inc. -

$2,000

Aquabiliti - $500

Sheri Carter

Career Goal: Veterinarian

School Choice: Oglethorpe University

Guy Brown - $5,000

TMSDC Education Foundation - $2,500

Esther Emeka-Emeji

Career Goal: Real Estate Broker

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Guy Brown - $5,000

SMS Holdings, Inc. - $1,500

Richard Onaghinor

Career Goal: Software Engineer

School Choice: University of Tennessee – Knoxville

Wingard Quality Supply, LLC - $2,500

Jani-King of Nashville - $1,500

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,500

Archangel Protective Services, Inc. -

$1,000

Shania Robertson

Career Goal: Photographer

School Choice: Savannah School of Arts

FedEx - $2,500

Fluent360- $2,000

BC Holdings of Tennessee - $1,000

Treasure Eckles

Career Goal: Music Educator/Performer

School Choice: Indiana University

HC Healthcare - $5,000

Y’Keria Fields

Career Goal: Physical Therapist

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

In Full Motion, Inc. - $2,500

Bestway Services, Inc. - $1,500

MCI AST, LLC - $1,000

Chazan Page

Career Goal: Physical Therapist

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Hospital Corporation of America (HCA)/ HealthTrust - $5,000

Ariana Torres

Career Goal: Nursing School Choice: Belmont University

Volkswagen Group of America –

Chattanooga Operations -$5,000

Samantha Woodson

Career Goal: Architectural Engineer

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Class of 2020

Guy Brown - $15,000

In Full Motion, Inc. - $1,000

Jordan Simmons

Career Goal: Foreign Policy Analyst

School Choice: Washington University

Nissan North America- $10,000

Messer Construction Co. - $2,000

Nicole Dunigan - $500

Elise Russ

Career Goal: Civil Engineer

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Nissan North America, Inc. - $10,000

Nicolas DeBose

Career Goal: Computer Engineer

School Choice: University of Memphis

CoreCivic - $5,000

In Full Motion, Inc. - $1,000

Laterrica Spivey

Career Goal: Business Entrepreneur

School Choice: Kentucky State University

Hospital Corporation of America/ HealthTrust - $5,000

In Full Motion, Inc. - $1,000

DeCorian Bowers

Career Goal: Exercise Therapist

School Choice: University of the South – Sewanee

TMSDC Education Foundation -$1,500

Johnson Bryce, Inc. - $2,500

Toyota Motor North America, Inc. - $1,000

Amy Wheeler - $500

Phillip Murray

Career Goal: Forensic Scientist

School Choice: Lipscomb University

Career Goal: Mass Communications/ Journalist

School Choice: University of

TNT Supply Chain Services, LLC - $2,000

Kofi Patterson

Career Goal: Cyber-Security Analyst

School Choice: Morehouse College

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.$3,000

FedEx - $2,500

Lyons Cleaners - $500

Manufacturers Industrial Group - $500

Damilare Adenola

Career Goal: Information Technologist

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

CoreCivic - $5,000

Nashville Electric Service - $1,000

Kerissa Bryant

Career Goal: Pediatrician

School Choice: Vanderbilt University

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. - $5,000

HCA Healthcare/HealthTrust - $5,000

Toyota - $1,000

BC Holdings TN, LLC - $800

DevMar Products, LLC - $100

Reynolds & Reynolds Facility Services - $100

Caroline Fanous

Career Goal: Physical Therapist

School Choice: Trevecca Nazarene University

Volkswagen Group of America, Chattanooga Operations, LLC. - $5,000

MCI Premier Packaging Group, LLC$1,000

Chibuzor Okolocha

Career Goal: Animator

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Anonymous - $5,000

Dr. & Mrs. Herman Williams - $1,000

Sabrina Panya

Career Goal: Neonatal Nurse

School Choice: University of Tennessee – Chattanooga

HCA Healthcare/HealthTrust - $5,000

In Full Motion, Inc. - $1,000

Deairrus Waller

Career Goal: Paramedic

School Choice: Cumberland University

Bestway Services, Inc. - $2,000

Dickinson Wright P, LLC - $1,500

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,500

Saidia Bell

Career Goal: Physician School Choice: Xavier University

Remar Technologies Group, LLC.$2,000

JWS Automatrix, LLC - $1,500

SMS Holdings, Inc. - $1,500

Faith Dixon

Career Goal: Physical Therapist

School Choice: University of Tennessee – Chattanooga

Messer Construction Company. - $2,500

Wingard Quality Supply, LLC - $2,500

Angelesa Morrow

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: Belmont University

The David Thibodeau Trust Fund$5,000

Kennedy Stevenson

Career Goal: Business Analyst

School Choice: Emory University

Class of 2018

Guy Brown - $15,000

Aryelle Lipscomb

Career Goal: Zoologist: Veterinarian

School Choice: Eckerd College

Bridgestone Americas - $10,000

Gabriel Hutchinson

Career Goal: Attorney

School Choice: Fisk University

Nissan North America, Inc. - $10,000

Miles Wright

Career Goal: Mechanical Engineer

School Choice: University of Memphis

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Volkswagen Group of America –Chattanooga Operations, LLC - $5,000

Lauren Dardy

Career Goal: Business Entrepreneur

School Choice: Alabama A&M University

CoreCivic - $5,000

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Marcus DeBose

Career Goal: Cyberspace Analyst

School Choice: Tennessee

Technological University

FedEx - $2,500

SourceMark, LLC - $2,500

Remar Technologies Group, LLC$2,500

Michael Calvin

Career Goal: Sports Agent

School Choice: University of Tennessee

In Full Motion, Inc. - $2,500

TMSDC Education Foundation - $2,500

Nicole Dunigan - $1,000

Robert Lilly-Sneed

Career Goal: Physical Therapist School Choice: Tennessee State University

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Phillip Eskander

Career Goal: Pharmacist School Choice: Vanderbilt University

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Nicole Falodun

Career Goal: Pediatrician School Choice: University of Tennessee

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.$3,000

Bestway Services, Inc. - $1,000

Ewing Moving and Storage, Inc. - $1,000

Benedict Iduoze

Career Goal: Software Designer School Choice: University of Tennessee

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Grace Oboh

Career Goal: Physician School Choice: University of Tennessee

Wingard Quality Supply, LLC - $2,500

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,500

Helena Ayiad

Career Goal: Physical Therapist School Choice: University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

Gibson Companies - $1,500

TRC Worldwide Engineering, Inc. - $1,000

Brianna Johnson

Career Goal: Architectural Engineer School Choice: Tennessee State University

Johnson Bryce, Inc. - $2,500

Theophilus Onaghinor

Career Goal: Mechanical Engineer School Choice: Western Kentucky University

SRS, Inc. - $1,000

BC Holdings - $800

David Thibodeau - $300

Nafisa Hossain

Career Goal: Human Resource Director School Choice: University of Tennessee

InShuttle Transportation - $1,000

Marcole Enterprise, Inc. - $500

Chris Wheeler Films - $500

Brianna Baker

Career Goal: Pediatric Dentist School Choice: University of Memphis

JWS Automatrix, LLC - $1,000

Messer Construction - $1,000

Nicolas Reynolds

Career Goal: Physical Therapist

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Class of 2017

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000

Anonymous - $2,000

Jani-King of Nashville - $1,500

Messer Construction - $1,000

Ronda Brown-Quarles - $500

Jayla Harlan

Career Goal: Physical Therapist

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

HCA Healthcare - $10,000

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000

Folusho Micah

Career Goal: Pediatrician

School Choice: Morehouse College

Guy Brown - $10,000

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,500

SRS, Inc. - $1,000

In Full Motion, Inc. - $500

Ihuoma Ohanaka

Career Goal: Chemical Engineer

School Choice: Case Western University

Bridgestone Americas - $5,000

Volkswagen Group of America –

Chattanooga Operations, LLC - $5,000

MIG Steel Fabrication - $1, 500

Khadija Bangura

Career Goal: Diplomatic Affairs School Choice: Spelman College

HCA Healthcare - $10,000

BC Holdings, LLC - $750

Manson Johnson Conner Law Firm - $500

Ronda Brown-Quarles - $250

Antonious Hana

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: Lipscomb University

Anonymous Donor - $5,750

TMSDC Education Foundation - $2,500

SMS Holdings, Inc. $1,500

Remar Technologies Group, LLC - $1,000

Christine Ruiz

Career Goal: Athletic Trainer

School Choice: Western Kentucky University

CoreCivic - $5,000

Guy Brown - $5,000

In Full Motion, Inc. - $500

Joshua Trueheart

Career Goal: Business Administrator

School Choice: Tennessee State University

fluent360 - $5,000

SourceMark, LLC - $2,500

Dickinson Wright PLLC - $1,000

Ewing Moving Services & Storage, Inc. - $1,000

In Full Motion, Inc. - $500

Mohamed Muday

Career Goal: Physical Education Teacher

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Bridgestone Americas - $5,000

Johnson Bryce, Inc. - $2,500

John King

Career Goal: Chemical Engineer

School Choice: University of Tennessee – Chattanooga

FedEx - $2,500

Cushion Employers - $1,000

HCA Healthcare - $1,000

HJI Supply Chain Solutions - $1,000

In Full Motion, Inc. - $500

Maurice & Cynthia Fitzgerald - $500

Lyons Cleaners - $500

Dylan Bush

Career Goal: Sports Broadcaster

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Bestway Services, Inc. - $2,500

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.$2,500

HCA Healthcare - $1,000

In Full Motion, Inc. - $500

Nicole Dunigan - $500

Da’Joun Mason

Career Goal: Audio Engineer

School Choice: Belmont University

Wingard Quality Supply, LLC - $2,500

Gibson Companies - $1,500

Nashville Electric Service - $1,000

Jayla Cogman

Career Goal: Entrepreneur

School Choice: University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Class of 2016

Guy Brown - $7,500

HCA Healthcare - $2,500

Shelbi Barritt

Career Goal: Copywriter

School Choice: Union University

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Bridgestone Americas - $5,000

Arin Chapman

Career Goal: Clinical Psychologist

School Choice: Rider University

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc.$2,500

Remar Technologies Group, LLC - $1,000

Daniel Williams

Career Goal: Business Analyst School Choice: Citrus College

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000

Jani King of Nashville - $1,000

SRS, Inc. - $1,000

BC Holdings, LLC - $500

Henry Iduoze

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Jennifer Bissada

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: Belmont University

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Kiana Carter

Career Goal: Dentist

School Choice: Lipscomb University

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Nis Hoskins

Career Goal: Registered Nurse

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Alan Jackson

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: University of Tennessee

- Martin

Bridgestone Americas - $5,000

Isaiah Cunningham

Career Goal: Music Engineer

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Career Goal: Mechanical Engineer School Choice: Howard University

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

In Full Motion, Inc. $2,500

Wingard Quality Supply, LLC - $2,500

Tobiloba Opeke

School Choice: University of Chicago

Bridgestone Americas - $5,000

Nashville Electric Service - $500

Career Goal: Neurologist/Psychiatrist School Choice: Washington University

Corrections Corporation of America -

Career Goal: Physical Therapist

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

MIG Steel Fabrication, LLC - $1,500

Gibson Companies - $1,500

Dickinson Wright PLLC - $1,000

Ewing Moving Services & Storage, Inc.

- $1,000

Fadya Mikhael

Career Goal: Nurse Practitioner

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Johnson Bryce, Inc. - $2,500

School Choice: Lipscomb University

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000

Mama Turney Homemade Pies, Inc. -

Career Goal: Mechanical Engineer

Volkswagen Group of America, Chattanooga Operations, LLC - $5,000

Cynthia & Maurice Fitzgerald - $500

School Choice: Vanderbilt University

Stewart, Johnson, Manson & Conner -

Career Goal: Television Management School Choice: Middle Tennessee State

FedEx Corporation - $2,500

Jonathan Vincent

Career Goal: Corporate Lawyer

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Class of 2015

Guy Brown - $10,000

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Diamond Restoration, LLC - $500

Kennedy Martin

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: Georgetown University

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Day & Zimmermann, NPS - $2,500

Marim Kamel

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Nissan North America - $5,000

Natalie Simpson

Career Goal: Journalist

School Choice: University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Desmond Bush

Samuel Opeke

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: Vanderbilt University

Team Ignition Pancultural Marketing

Group - $2,500

SourceMark, LLC - $2,500

Christian Reynolds

Career Goal: Sports Agent

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Corrections Corporation of America$5,000

Nicholas Vincent

Career Goal: Architect

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Nissan North America - $5,000

Okey Ohanaka

Career Goal: Aerospace Engineer

School Choice: Case Western University

Johnson Bryce, Inc. - $3,000

Volkswagen Group of America - $2,000

Chattanooga Operations, LLC

Zoe Phillips

Career Goal: Physical Therapist

School Choice: University of Mobile

HCA Healthcare - $2,500

Wingard Quality Supply, LLC - $2,500

Briana Watson

Career Goal: Child Psychologist

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Johnson Controls, Inc. - $2,500

MIG Steel & Fabrication, LLC - $2,500

Raven Bufford

Career Goal: Architect

School Choice: Fisk University

TMSDC Education Foundation - $1,500

Gibson Companies - $2,500

Dickinson Wright PLLC - $1,000

Leslie Hennings

Career Goal: Attorney

School Choice: University of Memphis

Career Goal: Mechanical Engineer School Choice: Tennessee State

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: Western Kentucky University

HCA Healthcare - $2,500

ServiceMaster Facilities Maintenance$2,500

Terry Goldthreate, Jr.

Career Goal: Sports Manager

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - $2,500

SMS Holdings, Inc. - $1,500

TMSDC Education Foundation - $1,000

T’Anna Williams

Career Goal: Engineer School Choice: Tennessee State

Johnson Controls, Inc. - $2,500

SMS Holdings, Inc. - $1,500

Remar Technologies Group, LLC$1,000

Diversified Supply, Inc. - $1,000

Lyons Cleaners - $500

Darra Wright Career Goal: Nurse School Choice: University of Memphis

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Day & Zimmermann NPS, Inc. - $1,250

Nicholas Calvin Career Goal: Attorney

SourceMark, LLC - $2,500

Dickinson Wright PLLC - $1,000

Marcole Enterprises, Inc. - $500

Cushion Employers Services - $500

Deborah Opeke

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: Vanderbilt University

HCA Healthcare - $5,000

Belinda Scruggs

Career Goal: Video Game Designer

School Choice: Art Institute of Atlanta

Nissan North America - $5,000

All in together Inclusion Drives Innovation

In 2022, Messer Construction Co. spent $255M, 20% of our purchases, with certified M/WBE businesses across our regions in the Midwest and Southeast.

Dedicated resources for strategic partnerships Excels in company purchases with diverse suppliers Nationally recognized best practices

HCA/HealhTrust Purchasing Group - $5,000

Diamond Restoration - $2,000

Bennie Thompson

Career Goal: Respiratory Therapist School Choice: Motlow State Community College

Johnson Controls, Inc. - $2,500

Volkswagen Group of America- $2,000

In Full Motion, Inc. - $1,000

Zycron, Inc. - $1,000

Chukwunonso Ohanaka

Career Goal: Mechanical Engineer School Choice: Austin Peay State University

HCA/HealhTrust Purchasing Group - $5,000

Zycron, Inc. - $1,000

Hang Nguyen

Career Goal: Nurse School Choice: Lipscomb University

HCA/HealhTrust Purchasing Group - $5,000

Ewing Moving Services & Storage - $500

Don Hardin Group - $500

Hope Sanford

Career Goal: Registered Nurse School Choice: Bellarmine University

HCA/HealhTrust Purchasing Group - $5,000 In Full Motion, Inc. $1,000

Enterprise Holdings - $2,500

Manufacturers Industrial Group - $2,000

Maliyah Bass

Career Goal: Physician’s Assistant School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

SMS Holdings, Inc. - $1,500

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,500

Wilcas Wire - $1,000

Chelsea Moore

Career Goal: Accountant School Choice: Bennett College

SourceMark, LLC - $2,500

Dickinson Wright PLLC - $,1000

Marea Chatman

Career Goal: Software Designer School Choice: Trevecca Nazarene University

In Full Motion, Inc. - $1,000

A-Z DME, LLC - $1,000

Lyons Cleaners - $500

Alexia Talley

Career Goal: Engineer

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Class of 2012

Bridgestone Americas - $10,000

TMSDC Education Foundation- $2,500

Dickinson Wright PLLC - $1,000

Annonymous - $100

Nissan North Americas - $10,000

Cynthia Nkem

Career Goal: Biomedical Engineer

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Skanska USA, Inc. - $5,000

Guy Brown Services, LLC - $5,000

Jasmine Hicks

Career Choice: Physician

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Skanska USA, Inc. - $2,500

SourceMark, LLC - $2,500

Gray Line Tennessee - $1,000

Diana & Phillip Wynne - $250

HD, Inc. - $100

Jakiya Thacker

Career Choice:

Politician/Public Policy Administrator

School Choice: Howard University

A+ Education & Training Services - $3,000

SMS Holdings - $1,500

Saundra & Sidney Curry - $1,000

+ Stock Certificate

Amber McKinney

Career Choice: Registered Nurse

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Johnson Controls, Inc. - $2,500

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,500

Ciarra Bowman

Career Choice: Physical Therapist

School Choice: Tennessee State

Diamond Restoration - $1,000

Meharry Medical College - $1,000

Makayla Hollomon

Career Choice: Physical Therapist School Choice: University of Alabama –Birmingham

Class of 2011

Guy Brown Products, LLC - $10,000

Skanska USA, Inc. - $5,300

Emmanuel Woodruff

Career Goal: Attorney School Choice: University of Tennessee

HCA/HealthTrust Purchasing Group - $10,000

Kandy Diaz Career Goal: Healthcare

Industry Professional School Choice: Lipscomb University

Nissan North America - $10,000

Carlisha Hayden Career Goal: Physician School Choice: Tennessee State University

Bridgestone Americas - $10,000

Marika Holt-Edwards

Career Goal: Physical Therapist School Choice: University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

HCA/HealthTrust Purchasing Group - $5,000

Valeria Alegria Career Goal: Nursing School Choice: University of Tennessee

HCA/HealthTrust Purchasing Group - $5,000

Patricia Archer

Career Goal: Psychologist School Choice: Tennessee State University

HCA/HealthTrust Purchasing Group – $3,000 Atlanta Peach Movers - $1,000

SMS Holdings, Inc. -$1,500

AT&T - $1,200

Mona Talley

Career Goal: Physician School Choice: Bethune-Cookman University

SunTrust Bank - $1,500 MasterStaff, Inc. - $1,000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.-

$1,000

Alvaro Quintero Career Goal: Physician School Choice: Lipscomb University

Johnson Bryce, Inc. - $1,000

Dickinson Wright, PLLC - $1,000

Meharry Medical College - $500

Marquez Braden Career Goal: Computer

Software Developer School Choice: Tennessee Technological University

TMSDC Education Foundation - $2,500

DeOndrea Foster

Career Goal: Professional Singer School Choice: Morgan State University

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,500

Manufacturers Industrial Group - $1,000

Elyria Parks

Career Goal: Registered Nurse School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Community Network of African American Telecommunication Professional of AT&T - $2,000

Isaiah Grigsby Career Goal: Attorney School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Lyons Cleaners - $1,000

Reynolds & Reynolds Janitorial Services - $1,000

Diamond Henderson Career Goal: Psychologist

Bridgestone Americas - $10,000

Johnnie Ray Davis

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: University of Tennessee

HCA/HealthTrust Purchasing

Group - $10,000

J C Pickett, Jr.

Career Goal: Accountant

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Nissan North America - $10,000

Jasmine Hendrix

Career Goal: Real Estate Developer

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Guy Brown Products, LLC - $10,000 + Internship

Danyell Jackson

Career Goal: Psychiatrist

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Skanska USA, Inc. - $5,250

Paris Patterson

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: Tennessee State University

TMSDC Education Foundation -$2,500

AT&T - $1,200

Gray Line Nashville - $500

Andre Hyde

Career Goal: Music Recording Industry

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Day & Zimmermann NPS, Inc. -$2,500

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,500

Alysa Jackson

Career Goal: Nursing

School Choice: Tennessee State University

SMS Holdings, Inc. - $1,500

Enterprise Rent-A-Car - $1,250

Johnson Bryce, Inc. - $1,000

MacKenzie DeCourcey

Career Goal: Nursing

Class of 2009

Guy Brown Products - $10,000

TMSDC Education Foundation - $2,500

De’ Angelo Young

Career Goal: Pathologist School Choice: University of Tennessee

HCA/HealthTrust Purchasing

Group - $10,000

Reynolds & Reynolds Janitorial Services, Inc. - $1,000

Edmondson Associates Entrepreneur Development Network - $1,000

Mylan Johnson

Career Goal: Pediatrician School Choice: University of Tennessee

Bridgestone Firestone Trust Fund - $5,000

Bridgestone Americas Supplier Diversity - $5,000

Day & Zimmermann NPS, Inc. - $2,500

Michael Williams

Career Goal: Pharmacist

School Choice: Austin Peay State University

Nissan North America - $10,000

Global Recruiters of Nashville Metro$500

Shanika McMillan

Career Goal: Architect

School Choice: David Lipscomb University

HCA/HealthTrust Purchasing Group - $10,000

Ke’Oshia Mitchell

Career Goal: Cardiologist School Choice: University of Tennessee

Johnson Controls, Inc. - $5,000

SRS, Inc. - $1,000

Jarvis Roberts

Career Goal: Social Worker School Choice: Lambuth College

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,500

SMS Holdings Inc. - $1,500

Rayshonda Crawford

Career Goal: Veterinarian School Choice: Tennessee State University

Skanska USA Building, Inc. -$1,000

TRC Engineering Worldwide, Inc.- $500

Demetrice Harris

Career Goal: Entrepreneur School Choice: Southern University

Class of 2008

HCA - $15,500

Sharnika Breedlove

Career Goal: Sports Medicine/ Athletic Trainer

School Choice: Alcorn State University

Bridgestone Firestone Trust Fund- $10,000

Darreka Carney

Career Goal: Nursing

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Cummins Filtration - $10,000

Mycheala Garrett

Career Goal: Video/Film Director

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Guy Brown Products - $10,000

Terrika Goldthreate

Career Goal: Accountant

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Nissan North America - $10,000

Michael McGaha

Career Goal: Business Administrator

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Johnson Controls - $5,000

TMSDC Education Foundation - $2,500

Alexandra Battle

Career Goal: Movie Producer

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Mercedes-Benz U.S. Int’l Inc. - $5,000

Flecia Hardy

Career Goal: Nursing

School Choice: Carson-Newman University

Specialized Communications Companies (SCC) - $5,000

Dominique Harris

Career Goal: Criminal Justice

School Choice: Bethel College

Manufacturers Industrial Group - $2,500

Day & Zimmermann NPS, Inc. - $2,500

Jasmine Alford

Career Goal: Teacher

School Choice: University of Memphis

HCA - $2,000

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,500

SMS Holdings - $1,500

Guy Brown Products, LLC - $5,000

Park Med Team Health - $2,500

Jaketa French

Career Goal: Physical Therapist

School Choice: Western Kentucky University

Manufacturers Industrial Group - $3,000

Athena Health Club & Day Spa - $2,000

Sabastian Draughtdrill

Career Goal: Pediatrician

School Choice: Fisk University

Manufacturers Industrial Group - $3,000

Electrical Contracting Services - $2,000

Ashley Hathaway

Career Goal: Accountant

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Advanced Composites, Inc. - $5,000

Shenquale Jackson

Career Goal: Psychologist

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Outback Steakhouse - $2,000

AT&T - $1,200

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,000

LaCoya Odem

Career Goal: Real Estate Broker

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Jim Fitzgerald - $2,500

Kendal Gross

Career Goal: Pediatric Nurse

School Choice: Tennessee State University Training Leadership & Development

TLD - $1,000

SMS Holdings, Inc. - $1,000

Reynolds & Reynolds Janitorial Services - $500

Brandon Demonbreun

Career Goal: Sports Analyst School Choice: University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Class of 2006

HCA - $20,000

Travis Williams

Career Goal: Architectural Engineer School Choice: Florida A&M

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000

Johnson Controls, Inc. - $5,000

Jasmine Collier

Career Goal: Attorney School Choice: University of Tennessee

Fleetguard, Inc. - $7,500

Mercedes-Benz USI - $5,000

Jordan Irwin

Career Goal: Television Broadcaster School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Guy Brown Products, LLC - $5,000

Advanced Composites, Inc. -$5,000

Brittany Heights

Career Goal: English Teacher School Choice: East Tennessee State University

Guy Brown Products - $5,000 Day and Zimmermann NPS, Inc.- $2,500

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,000

Victor Davidson

Career Goal: Accountant School Choice: Lambuth University

Dakkota Integrated Systems - $2,500

Bridgestone Firestone North America Tires, LLC. - $2,000

Joshua Southall

Career Goal: Physical Education, Teacher/ Coach

School Choice: Western Kentucky University

Manufacturers Industrial Group, LLC$2,000

TLD – Training , Leadership, & Development - $2,000

Ashton Oatis

Career Goal: Pediatric Psychologist

School Choice: University of Memphis

SMS Holdings and Reynolds & Reynolds Janitorial Services - $1,000 Day and Zimmermann NPS, Inc.- $1,500

LaKeshia McAdoo

Career Goal: Teacher

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Manufacturers Industrial Group, LLC$1,000

Vincent Davis

Career Goal: Business School Choice: Jackson State University

Class of 2005

HCA- $20,000

Angela Harris

Career Goal: Pharmacist

School Choice: Xavier University (LA)

Fleetguard - $7,500

Dakkota - $2,500

Evelyn Normil

Career Goal: Pharmacist

School Choice: David Lipscomb University

Guy Brown Products, LLC - $5,000

Cassandra Yarber

Career Goal: Teacher

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Johnson Controls, Inc. - $5,000

Mercedes-Benz - $5,000

Juan Gomez

Career Goal: Engineer School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

MBEIC - $5,000

Phuc “Dennis” Nguyen

Career Goal: Medical Doctor

School Choice: Vanderbilt University

Day and Zimmermann - $1,500

Manufacturing Industrial Group, LLC$1,000

Christina Crump

Career Goal: Pharmacist

School Choice: Fisk University

Manufacturing Industrial Group, LLC$2,000

Charles Martin

Career Goal: Computer Technician

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Federal Express Corporation -$3,000

Josh Turntine

Career Goal: Entrepreneur

School Choice: Austin Peay State University

Day and Zimmerman NPS, Inc. -$2,500

Tocarro Sweatt

Career Goal: Corporate Lawyer School Choice: Tennessee State University

Premiere Building Maintenance Corporation - $1,000 SMS Holdings - $1,500

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000

Hitanshu Joshi

Career Goal: Computer Scientist

School Choice: Auburn University

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000

Aleshia Bean

Career Goal: Respiratory Therapist

United Parcel Service of America, Inc.$5,000

Sherita Wade

Career Goal: Elementary Education

School Choice: Volunteer State

Community College

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. - $5,000

Career Goal: Journalist School Choice: Alabama State

Manufacturers Industrial Group, LLC - $2,000

Christine Davis

Career Goal: Nursing School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Manufacturers Industrial Group, LLC - $1,000

Thomasina Ramey

Career Goal: Physical Therapy School Choice: Howard University

Scientific Sales, Inc. - $1,000

Tacarra Cunningham

Career Goal: Senator School Choice: Tennessee State

Class of 2003

HCA - $15,000

Brandon Thompkins

Career Goal: Corporate Attorney School Choice: Florida A&M University

Fleetguard, Inc. - $5,000

Norman McClain

Career Goal: Financial Advisor School Choice: Clark Atlanta University

Guy Brown Products - $5,000

Career Goal: Software programmer School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Johnson Controls, Inc. - $5,000

Career Goal: Marine Biologist School Choice: Hampton University

MBEIC - $5,000

Latoria Wilson

Career Goal: Physical Therapist School Choice: Austin Peay State

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. - $5,000

Magalie Normil

Career Goal: Attorney School Choice: Stephens College

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

UPS, Inc. - $5,000

Rohan Patel

Career Goal: Computer Information Systems

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Day and Zimmermann NPS, Inc. - $2,500

Herbert Myers

Career Goal: Pilot

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Federal Express Corporation - $2,500

Rachel Herndon

Career Goal: Physician

School Choice: Austin Peay State University

Saturn Corporation - $1,500

Crystal Griffin

Career Goal: Accountant

School Choice: Austin Peay State University

Manufacturers Industrial Group, LLC - $1,000

Antwain Leach

Career Goal: Politician

School Choice: Western Kentucky

Class of 2002

HCA - $10,000

Mussa Nuri

Career Goal: Computer Engineer

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000

Eyitemi Femi

Career Goal: Pediatrician

School Choice: Xavier University

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000

Tiffany Corlew

Career Goal: Podiatrist

School Choice: North Carolina

A & T University

Minority Business lnput Committee (MBEIC) - $5,000

Briana Jackson

Career Goal: Youth Counselor

School Choice: Lane College

Torekea Daniels

Career Goal: Pediatrician

School Choice: Alabama State University

DELL Computer Corporation - $5,000

TaShawn Stringer

Career Goal: Psychologist

School Choice: Berea College

Bridgestone/Firestone

Trust Fund - $5,000

Marquita Moore

Career Goal: Business Administration (Entrepreneur)

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Johnson Controls, Inc. - $5,000

Erica Payne

Career Goal: Print Journalism

School Choice: Clark Atlanta University

Fleetguard, Inc. - $5,000

Marquinta Gant

Career Goal: Accountant

School Choice: Florida A & M University

“Angel Mike” - $4,000

Martina Swinger

Career Goal: Pediatrician

School Choice: University of Tennessee

Square D/Schneider Electric - $2,500

Vanessa Phillips

Career Goal: Day Care Center Director

School Choice: Nashville State Technical College

Square D/Schneider Electric - $2,500

Terrell Barbee, Jr.

Career Goal: Accountant

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Federal Express Corporation - $2,500

Johnella Cherry

Career Goal: Psychologist

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Xerox Corporation - $1,500

Barry Hayes

Career Goal: Sports Medicine

School Choice: Tennessee Tech University

Saturn Corporation - $1,250

Mailon Ridley

Career Goal: Computer Science Specialist

School Choice: Tennessee Technology

Center at Nashville

Class of 2001

HCA/The Healthcare Company - $10,000

Brandon Thompson

Career Goal: Physical Therapist School Choice: Clark Atlanta University

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000

Douglas Thompson

Career Goal: Law Enforcement Officer School Choice: Tennessee State University

Nissan North America, Inc. - $5,000 Corey Perry

Career Goal: Elementary School Teacher School Choice: Florida A & M University

Minority Business lnput Committee (MBEIC) - $5,000

Brandon Newsom

Career Goal: Stockbroker School Choice: Tennessee State University

United Parcel Services of America, Inc. - $8,000

MarQuetta Chrismon

Career Goal: Pre-Medical Biology

Pediatrician

School Choice: Clark Atlanta University

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. - $5,000

LaNetta Mays

Career Goal: Elementaly Education School Choice: Tennessee State University

DELL Computer Corporation - $5,000

Jamie McAfee

Career Goal: Mortician

Class of 2000

Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corporation - $10,000

Damien Harris

Career Goal: Teacher

School Choice: University of Tennessee at Martin

Nissan Motor Manufacturing Corporation U.S.A - $5,000  Stephanie Mosely Career Goal: Attorney School Choice: Bethune Cookman College

Nissan Motor Manufacturing Corporation U.S.A- $5,000 Tanishia Larkin

Career Goal: Business Management School Choice: Alabama A & M University

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. - $5,000

Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corporation - $10,500

Joe A. Smith III

Career Goal: Attorney School Choice: University of Memphis

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. - $3,000

Latresha Malone

Career Goal: Certified Public Accountant

School Choice: Texas Southern University

Square D Company - $3,000

Joseph Martin

Career Goal: Sports Trainer

School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Nissan Motor Manufacturing Corporation - $3,000

Tiffany Clark Career Goal: Radiological Technician

Square D Company - $3,000

Jessica Jones

Career Goal: Accountant School Choice: Tennessee State

Arvie Personnel Services, LLC - $1,000

LaShonda Bond

Career Goal: District Attorney School Choice: Fisk University

Class of 1997

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc.

Timmeka R. Belcher

Career Goal: Broadcast Journalist School Choice: Middle Tennessee State University

Class of 1996

Square D Company - $5,000

Latasha Dianthe Jackson

Career Goal: Nurse Practitioner School Choice: Memphis State

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. - $2,800

Callen Turner

Career Goal: Accountant

School Choice: Nashville State Technical lnstitute

Class of 1995

Northern Telecom - $10,000

Gabriel Pratt

Career Goal: Architectural Engineer

School Choice: Nashville State Technical lnstitute

TMSDC Education Foundation - $2,800

Anishia Meshon Thompson

Career Goal: Registered Nurse School Choice: Tennessee State University

Class of 1994

Education Foundation - $10,000

Takisha Carter

Career Goal: Computer Programmer

School Choice: Tennessee State University

Tennessee Valley Authority - $2,800

Misty Graves Dawn

Career Goal: Accountant/Entrepreneur

School Choice: Nashville State Technical lnstitute HELLONIMBUS.COM

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Acknowledgments

TSMSDC gratefully acknowledges the individuals, corporations and minority businesses who generously contributed to the success of this event

Advertising Partners

Attorney Richard Manson

Barker & Christol, LLC

Impact Award Winners

Pinnacle Financial Partners

Program Participants

Scholarship Recipients, Parents, and Guardians

Nashville Jazz Workshop

TMSDC Education Foundation Scholarship Donors and Judges

TSMSDC Staff

Honored to be sponsors of the 31st Annual

Impact Awards

2024 Scholarship Donors

Archangel Protective Services

BC Holdings of Tennessee, LLC

Bridgestone Americas

CoreCivic

Dollar General Corporation

Germantown Pub

Guy Brown

HCA Healthcare

Healing Trust

Johnson Bryce Corporation

MCI AST, LLC

Manufacturers Industrial Group

Messer Construction Company

Nashville Electric Service

Nissan Group of the Americas

SMS Holdings Corporation

Scientific Sales, Inc.

SourceMark, LLC

Thibodeau Charitable Fund

TMSDC Education Foundation

Volkswagen Group of America

Wingard Quality Supply, LLC

Advertising Partners

Atlas Management Corporation

Barker & Christol, LLC

NIMBUS

SourceMark, LLC

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)

TMSDC Education Foundation

Toyota Motor North America, Inc.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc

World Wide Technology, Inc.