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John Duncan

Explains How Courting Business is a Complex Dating Game (pg 56)

Love is in the Air! (pg 14)

Wedding Bliss Remembering

Coach Carl (pg 46)

His Spirit Lives on in Collierville Girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lacrosse

Social Jaunts

Weddings & Engagements (pg 20) Bible Museum Reception (pg 32) Tree Lighting Ceremony (pg 34) Christmas Home Tours (pg 36) Spotlight Saturday (pg 38)

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Retail Therapy (pg 40) Tom Thumb Weddings (pg 30) Guide to Private Schools (pg 50)

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Events Calendars Featured Events Here Comes the Bride! Wedding Wisdom Farrell Wedding Patterson Wedding Casebolt Engagement Tom Thumb Weddings Museum of Biblical History Reception Christmas Tree Lighting Collierville Home Tours Morton Saturday Spotlight

39 Shop / Dine 40 44

Retail Therapy Dining Guide

45 Civic 46 50 52

Remembering Coach Carl Private Schools Profiles Blended Families

55 Business / Industry 56

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[Business] Courting 101 & John Duncan, Director of Economic Development Roth IRA Investments Marketing Goals 2015

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January is my favorite month. It is a time to hover over the previous year, accept it for what it was - the great and the “great-making” - and then turn the page.... Just like that. Turn that page! Boom. Done.

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“Great-making” is my way of reframing a challenge. It is staring down our antagonists - jobs, projects, health, people, finances, etc. - and making a solid, conscious choice to allow the challenge to teach you instead of scare you. “Great-making” is objectifying a situation, reasoning through the worst that could happen and then calling it a puzzle instead of a problem. Editing the article about Coach Carl Swearingen shaped me. I didn’t know him personally but the people who asked that we include his story radiated his strength and determination. It is a different kind of love story - one about a guy who worked hard and caused a rukus for all the right reasons, who demonstrated to kids that winning is about getting back up again after taking a tough fall, who weathered all kinds of antagonists for love of the game and his players. I have a confession to make. John Duncan is a client. Many of the faces and companies you read about in TourCollierville are. They will tell you that as time passes and we see their companies grow and change, that we have become great friends as well. John is one of those friends. He is the classic cut-up. The guy who keeps everyone in stitches. Quick with a joke but equally deep and concerned about the world around him. On the night of the Winter Solstice his greeting on Facebook read: “Longest Night Brightest Hope. Merry Christmas, especially to those who are in pain, suffering, grieving or are struggling to find peace and joy this season.”

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When we pitched this issue’s article to him it was on the heels of a Chamber luncheon at which every single candidate for alderman articulated their support for him. I suggested a title something like “Everybody wants a date with John Duncan.” He laughed out loud and then shook his head. Ultimately the article instead focused on his optimistic spirit and how his joy is just downright infectious. Because of his sense of humor he seemed okay that we compared his vocation to internet dating. You’ll love it. Speaking of internet dating, I have another confession to make. I met my husband on Facebook. I probably shouldn’t go around advertising that but I legitimize it by telling the rest of the story - we met through the Facebook group at Hope Church. I was teaching a geocaching course and he had questions so he “friended” me. The rest is an adventurous story for another day but this I want to say: being married to him has taught me so much about life. That picture over there was taken by him as I was repelling into a cave in Playa del Carmen, just after snorkeling in caverns. We’ve hiked and bird watched and sailed and excavated. We haul our daughters all over the country but have just as much fun building stuff in his workshop. The trials we’ve weathered have solidified our relationship and we praise God for His creative outcomes. We celebrate each and every triumph, great or small. Wedding season is great for eye-candy and wild-eyed optimism... so very appropriate for an issue during New Years, the holiday that is all about fresh starts and cliff-jumping. Resolve to love on others this year. They will line up beside you when you invariable find yourself in a moment of “great-making.”

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January Enchanted Forest Festival of Trees

Pink Palace Museum (Nov 15-Dec 31)

December

Peter Pan

Playhouse on the Square (Nov 20-Jan 4)

Bridal Rhapsody Extravaganza Agricenter ( (Jan 10-Jan 11)

Grizzlies vs. Suns Fedex Forum

Memphis Flea Market”Big One” Agricenter ( (Jan 17-Jan 18)

Pink Bride Bridal Show

Cook Convention Center

Briarcrest Open House Incarnation Catholic School Open House Chamber Music Series

Sanctuary on Square

SUNDAYS:

Sunday Brunch Bonefi sh

SunTrust Zoo Lights

Memphis Zoo (Nov 21 - Dec 30)

Collierville Library (Mondays)

Cook Convention Center (Jan 9-12)

Christmas at Graceland

Tintypes

Collierville Parks & Rec Registration

Kaleidoscope Club

Memphis Tigers vs. Cincinnati

Martin Luther King Day

Tours at Two

Collierville School District

2015 International Blues Challenge

Dixon (every Tuesday)

No School

Grizzlies vs. Mavericks

Munch and Learn

Graceland (Jan 7-10)

Dixon

Botanic Garden

Grizzlies vs. Raptors Fedex Forum

Of Mice and Men

Theatre Memphis (Jan 23-Feb 8)

Riverkings vs. Columbus Landers Center

Grizzlies vs. Magic

Fedex Forum

MONDAYS:

Kids Eat Free

21 Memphis Tigers vs. East Carolina Fedex Forum

Fedex Forum

Botanical Drawing Class Dixon

Brad Paisley Tour

Mother/Son Bowling Funquest

Dream Carver Orpheum

Rocky Horror Show

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Landers Center

Miss Collierville Pageant Harrell Theatre

Harlem Globetrotters

Fedex Forum

Hansel & Gretel Opera Memphis (Jan 15 - 17)

Grizzlies vs. Trail Blazers

Fedex Forum

Native American Music

Morton Museum

Grizzlies vs. Sixers

Wine Down

Animal Jamz

Grizzlies vs. Nuggets

Riverkings vs. Pensacola

Grizzlies vs. Thunder

FRIDAYS:

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McAlister’s, IHOP & Perkins

GPAC

Fedex Forum

Captain D’s & IHOP

Kids Eat Free

Dixon

Landers Center

Bluegrass on the Square Kids Eat Free IHOP

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Riverkings vs. Louisiana

Ricky Skaggs & KY Thunder

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Fedex Forum

Playhouse on the Square (Jan 23 - Feb 8)

McAlister’s, IHOP & Perkins

Kids Eat Free

Theatre Memphis (Jan 8-18)

Memphis Tigers vs. Tulane

Landers’s Center

THURSDAYS:

Tasting Night

Orpheum

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WEDNESDAYS:

IHOP

Graceland (Nov 21-Jan 8)

TUESDAYS:

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Chick-fi l-A & IHOP

Morton Museum

Pruning for the Art After Dark Homeowner

Downtown Memphis (Jan 20-24)

FedEx Forum

Morton Museum (every Friday)

Elvis Birthday Celebration

Baseball, T-Ball, Softball, Volleyball (Jan 12 - Feb 15)

Pre-School Story Time

Reading Readiness Story Time

Memphis International Car Show

The Peabody

(Dec 28-Jan 4)

Dixon

Collierville Library (every Tuesday)

Fedex Forum

New Year’s Eve Party

New Year’s Day

An Evening with Elvis

Morton Museum (Jan 6- Feb. 10)

Grizzlies vs. Knicks

Beale Street

Memphis Zoo on Ice

English Afternoon Tea and Lecture

Portrait Painting Course

Free Yoga

New Year’s Eve Guitar Drop

Fedex Forum

GPAC

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Pre-Columbian Collection Brooks Museum

Grizzlies vs. Hawks Fedex Forum

Gun & Knife Show

Agricenter

Rocky Horror Show Playhouse on the Square (Jan 23-Feb 15)

Flight of the Butterfl ies in 3D Pink Palace IMAX (Jan 2 - Mar 29)

Memphis Open Raquest Club of Memphis (Feb 7 - 15)

Safe Sitter Babysitting Workshop Johnson Park

Copenhagen

Theatre Memphis (Feb 13-Mar 1)

The Lion King Orpheum (Feb 3 - Mar 1)

Reading Readiness Story Time (ages 3-5) Collierville Library (every Tues/Wed)

Grizzlies vs. Nets

FedEx Forum

Tigers vs. Jacksonville State FedEx Forum

Toddler Story Time

(18mo - 3 yrs) Collierville Library (every Wed/Thurs)

Fedex Forum

Riverkings vs. Huntsville Landers Center

17 Midsouth College Fair

WWE Fast Lane

February

Agricenter (Feb 24 - 25)

Meerkats in 3D Pink Palace IMAX (Jan 2 - Mar 6)

Jerusalem in 3D Pink Palace IMAX (Jan 2 - Mar 6)

Father/Daughter Riverkings vs. Dance Huntsville

Kidstown

HW Cox Junior Gym

Agricenter (Feb 5 - 7)

Tiny Tots Story Time

Tigers vs. UCONN

Cocktail Hour Conversation

FedEx Forum

Tigers vs. SMU FedEx Forum

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Bazaar Oil & Vinegar

Captain D’s & IHOP

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Kids Eat Free IHOP

MONDAYS:

Kids Eat Free Chick-fi l-A & IHOP

Colfi eld Gallery

Grizzlies vs. Clippers FedEx Forum

Orpheum

Landers Center

Kids Eat Free

FedEx Forum (Feb 13 - 14)

50 Shades! The Musical Parody

Riverkings vs. Huntsville

March

No School

Collierville School District

Monster Jam

Freckleface Strawberry

Agricenter (Feb 28 - Mar 1)

Morton Museum (every Friday)

(0 - 18mo) Collierville Library (every Thurs)

Memphis Flea Market “Big One”

Harrell Theater (Feb 27-Mar 1)

Pre-School Story Time

Tasting Night Kids Eat Free IHOP

Kids Eat Free

The Boy From Oz

Theatre Memphis

Landers Center

Tigers vs. Temple University

FedEx Forum

Valentine’s Day Home Show of the Midsouth

Agricenter (Feb 13 - 15)

Midsouth Sports & Boat Show Agricenter (Feb 20 - 22)

Tigers vs. Tulsa FedEx Forum

Memphis Symphony Orchestra

Cannon Center

Ledisi

Orpheum

FRIDAYS:

SATURDAYS:

weather permitting

McAlister’s, IHOP & Perkins

Bluegrass on the Square Kids Eat Free

Kids Eat Free

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featured events

January 5 - January 26  Mondays 6 pm

free yoga classes

January 6 - February 10

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Morton Museum |  901-457-2650 www.colliervillemuseum.org This course will teach adult oil painters (with some oil painting experience) how to paint portraits from photographs. In addition to drawing, color mixing, value relationships, and paint application, learn what photos make the best portraits and how to translate them into a painting. Students will paint two portraits during the session. Pre-registration is required.

January 8  12pm

english afternoon tea anD lecture Morton Museum |  901-457-2650 www.colliervillemuseum.org The Collierville Burch Library and the Morton Museum present an English afternoon tea and lecture at the Museum. The tea will begin at 12:00 noon on January 8, 2015. The English afternoon tea will be catered by Rosebriar. Please bring your favorite teacup, saucer, and spoon. January 10  2pm Princesses; 7pm Miss

miss collierville scholarshiP Pageants Harrell Theatre |  901-457-2780 www.misscollierville.org Join us as we celebrate our 20th Anniversary of the Miss program. January 8-18  Showtimes Vary

tinytyPes Theatre Memphis |  901-682.8323 www.theatrememphis.org A Timeless Musical Romp. Set between the turn of the 20th century and the onset of World War I, this musical journey takes the audience through an exciting and tumultuous period of American history.

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January 15 and 17  7:30pm

hansel & gretel Opera Memphis |  901-257-3100 www.operamemphis.org Humperdinck’s retelling of the beloved fairytale is a perfect introduction to opera for audience members of all ages! When Hansel & Gretel are sent by their mother to pick berries for dinner, they quickly become lost in the woods. With a cast of magical characters, thrilling music, and virtual scenery by renowned Memphis artist, Michelle Duckworth, this opera promises to be a treat for the whole family! Performances at GPAC. January 16

mother/son BoWling Collierville Parks |  901-457-2600 www.everysport.net/collierville January 23-February 8  Showtimes Vary

of mice anD men Theatre Memphis |  901-682.8323 www.theatrememphis.org Adapted from John Steinbeck’s own classic novel, the play hauntingly follows George and Lennie, California migrant workers searching for a better life during the Great Depression.

photography compliments of Miss Collierville 2014 | John Childress

Collierville Burch Library |  901-457-2600 www.colliervillemuseum.org Practice the healing art of yoga by attending our FREE yoga classes in December thru January. Learn how to eliminate stress, increase strength and fl exibility and improved mind-body connection. Located in the Story Telling Room.

February 3 - March 1  Times Vary

lion king Orpheum |  901-525-3000 www.orpheum-memphis.com With a pulsing spectacle driven by primal African rhythms, unforgettable tunes (including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscar-winning “Can You Feel the Love Tonight”) and a jaw-dropping display of exotic African wildlife brought to life onstage, there are good reasons why The Lion King won a half-dozen Tony Awards in 1998. Intensely physical stage work and countless visual surprises hold your attention from start to fi nish. February 6

father/Daughter Dinner Dance Collierville Parks |  901-457-2600 www.everysport.net/collierville February 16  9am  Girls & Boys 11+

safe sitters BaBysitting WorkshoP Collierville Parks |  901-457-2600 www.everysport.net/collierville

sports rEgistration DatEs

All registrations are online at www.everysport.net/collierville unless otherwise noted. Baseball (rec, ages 7-18) : 1/12-2/22 Softball (rec., ages 7-18) : 1/12-2/22 Tee Ball (ages 5-6) : 1/12-2/22 Volleyball (rec, girls, gr. 3-8) : 1/12-2/22 Softball (coed, grades 9-12) : 1/12-3/1 Softball (adult, coed, men’s church) : 1/12-3/1 Kickball (adult, coed) : 1/12-3/1 Tennis : 1/12-3/16 Soccer (rec) : 1/1-2/1 (www.colsoc.com)

art sCEnE

morton museum | through Jan 6

Photography exhibit by Todd Graves

morton museum | January 13 - March 27 2015 Community Art Gallery Exhibits

harrell theatre | through Jan 9 Paintings by Rose Sitton toWn hall | through Jan 9 Painting exhibit by Margaret Williams watercolor, acrylic & oil paints

story timEs arounD town Burch Library

501 Poplar View Parkway  901-457-2600 | colliervillelibrary.org These age-appropriate story times are full of stories, music and movement. If you can’t make it out of the house in time, grab your tablet and look at the e-books the Library off ers for children here: colliervillelibrary.org/eresources/ebooks-children.

reaDing reaDiness story time Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 10:30am Jan 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 & 27-28 Feb 3-4, 10-11, 174-18 & 24-25

harrell theater aPril 17-27, 2015 PresenteD By the collierville arts council WWW.harrelltheatre.org

toDDler story time Wednesdays | 11:30am Jan. 7, 14, 21 & 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 Thursdays | 10:30am Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 19, 26

tiny tots story time Thursdays | 11:30am | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 19, 26

Morton Museum

it’s storytime!  Preschoolers

196 Main Street |  901-457-2650 www.colliervillemuseum.org January 2  10:30am

Winter BirDs | Enjoy stories, songs,

and play all about our local birds that stay all winter long. January 9  10:30am

snoW Day | Join us for songs, stories,

and a special snow man craft. January 16  10:30am

construction in collierville | Crane’s, dump trucks, cement mixers and more will be explored in stories and songs! January 23  10:30am mice | Special guest, Joisinga Noble will read her original stories, and lead songs and a fun mouse craft!! January 30  10:30am

sPorts | Let’s read, play, and sing

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weddings â&#x20AC;&#x153;To be loved but not known

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humbles us out of our self-righteousness, and fortifi es us for any diffi culty life can throw at us.â&#x20AC;? Timothy Keller

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Knowledge is power and can save you a ton of money! Soak up these tips from Social Butterfl ies, a local wedding planning and event design fi rm. miCHEllE ‘s

rECommEnDED ColliErvillE vEnDors Venues: Heartwood Hall, Mallard Croft, The White Church, Woodland Hills Wedding Planner/ Event Design: Social Butterfl ies, LLC Florist: CJ Lilly Dress: Maggie Louise, Ballew Bridal Cake: Oh My Ganache

Photographers: Allison Rodgers, Josh Malahy Salon/Spa: Gould’s Caterers: Cindy Krag Catering, Simply Done, Corky’s BBQ Travel: Travel Leaders

Jewelers: Reed’s Jewelers

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Don’t get pressured into a hasty decision during planning. Your wedding should be a once in a lifetime event that will become cherished memories for years. Don’t settle on anything. If you happen to choose a very popular wedding date and options are limited, consider a Friday or Sunday instead, which can also save you money. It’s best to secure the ceremony and reception venues fi rst during the planning process, to ensure you get them reserved for your date before someone else does. Giving yourself 10 months to a year is the ideal situation for stress free planning. There are several decisions that take time, like shopping for that perfect dress! Planning in advance also leaves less room for hiccups along the way - which even the most successful events experience. Always have a plan B for outdoor events!! The weather is simply unpredictable and you don’t want to be caught dealing with a disaster the weekend or day of your wedding. I tell all of our brides to be sure you love your backup plan in case it becomes a reality. No one wants

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Once you are engaged let the fun and planning begin! Start by interviewing local vendors. Hiring professionals is a priority if you want to ensure a successful event. Be sure to check references and reviews from other brides. You don’t want to have any regrets and dealing with credible vendors can relieve stress and save you time and money. When it is time to sign on the dotted line, read and thoroughly understand your agreements. You need a legitimate contract to protect you and detail exactly what you are getting for your investment.

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Planning your own wedding can be a daunting task and take up a lot of your precious time in the process. There is a lot of great information and advice available if you do your research and many experts are willing to dish on what works for them.

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Melissa Sweazy Photography Michael Gagliano. Bella Luca

Jaime Newsom & Michelle Hope Owners, Social Butterfl ies, LLC

to see a bride in tears on her wedding day because plan A was no longer an option. Decide on a budget before you hire anyone. Everyone has a fi nancial limit. Establishing a budget early keeps everyone on the same page and will give vendors realistic options as they propose options to you. Many of our clients are unaware what an average wedding costs - and rightly so. The average wedding in the state of Tennessee costs around $35,000. What brides see in

most magazines or publications, are above average weddings with budgets far exceeding the average. A good way to think about the costs is to consider taking 250 friends and family out to eat at a moderately priced restaurant. A good wedding planner can be invaluable in helping you spend your money wisely and stay on budget without compromising your dream wedding. Most people think planners are a luxury expense, however they can save you mon-

ey and end up covering their fee. Not to mention they will allow you to enjoy your event instead of stressing out over hosting so many guests! We hope this advice will help kick off your own wedding planning in the right direction! Best Wishes and happy planning!!

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Tom Thumb Weddings

Made popular by the real life wedding of performer Charles Sherwood Stratton (18381883), Tom Thumb weddings have been a long running tradition in many communities, including Collierville. Charles Sherwood Stratton was a little person who performed in P.T. Barnum’s circus as “Gen. Tom Thumb.” Stratton’s marriage to another little person made headline news, including the attention of President Lincoln who received the couple at the White House. Recreating the special occasion with young children became a popular event with schools and churches.

Well known Collierville photographer Bessie Dean Parr, photographed an elegant Tom Thumb bride and groom in the early 1900s (top). Parr’s daughter Elizabeth is a participant in the newspaper clipping of the Colonial Minuet. The August 12, 1932 issue of the Collierville Herald announced “Big Wedding Tonight” inviting the public to attend the event hosted by The Women’s Missionary Society. Admission to the event was 10 and 25 cents. (Photograph from Glimpses of the Past courtesy of Katherine Parr.) 30

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The July 12, 1951 issue of the Herald reported that a Tom Thumb Wedding would be performed by about 90 children. The proceeds of the event went to the VFW Auxiliary. Bride and Groom are Susan Osteen and Bill Kelsey. (Middle photograph courtesy of Bill Kelsey.) In the same spirit of a Tom Thumb wedding, a Collierville newspaper clipping from the early 20th century (left, exact date unknown) shows a group of children who recreated a Colonial Minuet, portraying the characters of George and Martha Washington. (From the permanent Collection of the Morton Museum) by Brooke Mundy, Collections & Special Projects Morton Museum of Collierville History

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Collierville Town Square Tuesday, December 2, 2014

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1: Tom & Betty Webb, Diana Dubois, Mary Kay Monson & Ellen Sater. 2: Nina Martin, Becky Deaux, Diane Dillman & Anne Lee. 3: Kelli & Walt Geminn (homeowners), Mary Lou Thesmar, Betty Only, Nancy Bassett & Julie Bomar. 4: Thelma Pinckney, Peggy Turnipseed & Myra Spach. 5: Cathy Shepherd (homeowner), Terry Cagle, Graziella Fighthorn & Carl Isom. 6: Joan Pearson & Lisa Miller.

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Carly Swearingen, Anna Toldi, Carl Swearingen

Coach Carl

He was the quiet parent at the soccer fi eld. Then the quiet assistant coach. During his tenure as a hockey coach his voice became gradually more audible and ultimately boomed as the girls’ lacrosse coach, modeling for them the importance of advocacy and determination. They would follow him despite their odds of winning or losing. He taught them that respect came not from how many times you won but how many times you lost and got back up. Carl Swearingen, beloved coach, passed away suddenly in the afternoon of December 5, 2014. A graduate of the University of Tennessee, Carl dedicated his life to volunteerism and had a deep commitment to inspiring our youth to give their very best regardless of their natural ability. He coached youth hockey, recreational soccer and lacrosse for the kids of Collierville. He was a coach for his sons in both ice and roller hockey in the Midsouth and started a competitive travel roller hockey team in January of 2001. 46

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When the Mall of Memphis closed, the only local public ice rink closed as well. This left a void for the city’s growing population of youth hockey players. Carl founded S&K Youth Sports and worked diligently as an advocate for the Shelby Sportsplex, a facility that would house two NHL surfaces, an indoor soccer and lacrosse fi eld and serve as a community center. The Nashville Predators along with many local businesses rallied behind his eff orts. Even though the project was unable to gain suffi cient traction, his dedication to youth sports in Collierville was undaunted. In 2009, Carl’s wife and the love of his life, Cathy Endicott Swearingen, passed away just one month after the celebration of their 25th wedding anniversary. Carl became a single father to three – Stephen, Ryan and Carly. While nothing could prepare him for this, one might suggest that it ignited in him an even more intense nature to nurture another kind of family – an athletic family - with dozens of kids who needed the kind of leadership he had developed through his adversities.

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Floppy hat bouncing, sweat rolled to the very tip of his nose, glasses speckled with freshly cut grass, peculiar tan line. His trademark stance, fi rm words, crystal clear expectations. He is raising young athletes and requires they bring their best to the fi eld he has just painstakingly groomed. Sportsmanship lessons trump pity parties. Head faced forward, dogged determination. Staring at a goal so great many said “impossible.” “Nevermind them,” he says. “We have work to do.”

“The young

do not know

enough to be prudent and

therefore they attempt the impossible…

and achieve it

generation after generation.” - Pearl S. Buck

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photography compliments of Dave Nicar, Roger Cotton and Collierville Lacrosse

Carl was an active participant in the Collierville Soccer Association as an assistant coach for several years and was instrumental in launching girls lacrosse in Collierville. Tom Messerly, who coached with Carl for several years in recreational soccer, recalls Carl approaching him with the idea to build a thriving lacrosse program in Collierville by recruiting some of Tom’s soccer players. “As long as his program didn’t interfere with our soccer schedule. I was all for it,” Tom said. The fi rst year with Collierville Lacrosse was a challenge as the team worked to build their skills. In spite of accumulating losses, Carl persisted and insisted the girls did, too. In 2014, the team had their fi rst winning season under the direction of Coach Carl, resulting in attention from coaches of other very successful programs. He had brought his girls to a whole new level and their sportsmanship and heart was to be admired, a Marietta, Georgia coach commented. Carl was fi ercely protective of his girls on and off the fi eld. On Maroon and White Day the boys’ teams played the girls for fun, trading in their boys sticks for girls sticks. Carl would get creative to give his girls the advantage while refereeing. A girl’s LAX skirt donned one of the guys in the spirit of community. No doubt they were inspired by the tough coach who would rock a feather boa at the 2013/14 CHS LAX banquet. Carl never sought praise or recognition but accolades and admiration invariably followed him. Carl’s altruistic spirit led him to numerous volunteer positions around town. He served as Vice Chairmen on the Park Advisory Board for the past three years and was an avid listener, always concerned with understanding the facts and making informed, responsible decisions. He served as the 2014 liaison for West Tennessee to the Executive board of the Tennessee Girls’ Lacrosse Association (TGLA) and promoted the sport vehemently. Charlie Keff eler, President of the Collierville Lacrosse Club Lady Dragons Varsity and 48

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Top: 2013 Collierville Middle School Lacrosse - White Bottom: 2013 Collierville Middle School Lacrosse - Maroon

JV, talks at length about Carl’s dedication. “There are few great coaches and even fewer great communicators. People who are humble enough, and patient enough, to know the diff erence between understanding and caring. Carl was that type of coach. He let the spirit of the player work within the concept of the team and he accepted everyone in their own way.” Charlie talks about a man, unpaid, reworking and rewiring the neglected sprinkler system on a freshman football fi eld to make a suitable fi eld for his daughter’s lacrosse team. Carl painstakingly excavated each and every sprinkler head that had been covered by sod years earlier and then was quite pleased to get a great deal on the grass seed used to refurbish the turf. He rallied help to complete the project and then personally mowed it for quite some time – even during the fall football season. He rallied again

to stake a claim on the new multi-purpose fi eld at W.C. Johnson Park to support the sport he adored. When the team acquired too many players, it was Carl who split them by age and doubled his own practice schedule. Charlie even admits to only the most vague awareness of how many hours Carl devoted. “Immeasurable,” he said. Carl spearheaded the creation of the Battle on the Greenbelt, a round-robin style tournament designed to bring teams from around Tennessee and surrounding states to showcase lacrosse. The event raised awareness for girls’ lacrosse, raised funds for local charities and supported tourism. Carl personally setup and disassembled each day virtually alone. He managed the schedule and its complexities, all while still coaching his own two middle school teams. In 2014 he coached the two high school teams as well.

“Time is our most valuable resource. In our busy routines we all struggle to fi nd enough time to meet our obligations. That is what I respected

most: his devotion to children and youth sports

and his unselfi shly giving of his time. He was an

inspiration. The work he did here is what makes Collierville great. His legacy will have a lasting impact on our community.”

- James Lewellen, Town Administrator

Town of Collierville

“I was impressed with Carl’s dedication and

support of the program. He worked tirelessly

to make sure fi elds were in playing shape and

focused his energy to build a strong competitive girls program. There was no doubt that he was

dedicated to his players and they were dedicated to him.”

- Molly Henderson, President

Collierville Education Foundation

Top: Kayci Messerly, Taylor Wilson, Carl Swearingen, Ivy Cain, Molly Lowitzer. Upper right: Carly & Carl Swearingen, Katelynn Boshaw, Karis Bradshaw. Lower right: Sydney Scherer, Carl Swearingen, Olivia Ross. Far right: Taylor Wilson, Carl Swearingen, Emma Wilson.

After Carl passed, the Collierville Girls Lacrosse proposed a change in the name of the tournament. Support was unanimous. The event will now be known as the “Carl Swearingen Memorial Battle on the Greenbelt” and will be February 27-March 1, 2015, at W.C. Johnson Park in Collierville. Carl Swearingen’s legacy will live on through the three wonderful children who were raised to be just as kind, generous and caring as he was and through the countless lives he touched through his dedication to youth sports. The visitation and funeral service, though held during school and work hours, were fi lled with people whose lives had been made better by knowing him. While half the room raised their hands when the minister asked who he had coached, in reality that group

included everyone. Carl truly

coached anyone with whom he had come in contact.

Carl inspired others to be better and do more than they thought they could. He accepted everyone regardless of their

abilities. He could take any person, child or adult, and fi nd a way for them to fi t

in. He was truly a mentor to all who met him. He lived his life as an example for

others to follow. He loved his girls with a fatherly presence and, as written in

their memorials of him, the feeling was mutual.

God-speed on your fi nal grand endeavor, friend. You are dearly missed.

“Carl knew what was important in life and

concentrated on that. His pride and joy were

his children. He was so proud of Stephen, Ryan and Carly. What an amazing family. His teams weren’t really teams- they were a family.

He will be missed, but his legacy will live on through his children, his second family (his lacrosse girls) and his lacrosse program.”

- Don Smith, Assistant Coach

Collierville Lacrosse, Lady Dragons Youth “Totally unselfi sh, mild-mannered, and

genuinely caring for his family and the Town of Collierville were just a few adjectives to

describe Carl Swearingen. I will miss him terribly, both as a friend and colleague.”

- Maureen Fraser, Alderman/Vice-Mayor

Town of Collierville

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Private Schools ST. GEORGE’S INDEPENDENT SCHOOL

901.457.2000 | www.sgis.org 6th-12th Grade, Coed 1880 Wolf River Blvd Collierville, TN 38017 Pre-K - 5th Grade, Coed 8250 Poplar Ave. Germantown, TN 38138 Pre-K - 5th Grade, Coed 3749 Kimball Ave. Memphis, TN 38111 St. George’s is a college-preparatory school for students and families who desire something more from a school, a place where challenge and care are united to create an extraordinary learning environment. With 250 acres of land on the Wolf River, St. George’s offers students unparalleled experiential learning opportunities. The strong co-curricular and athletic programs include a wide variety of academic and social clubs, and more than 70 sports teams. Tuition ranges from $12,615 (PK) to $17,930 (middle and upper school)

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Small class sizes, rigorous curriculum and inspiring faculty are what bring us together; Christ-centered, child focused education is what defines us. Our average class size is 17 students and our curriculum includes an Enrichment Program, classes in Art, Music, Spanish, Physical Education, Library and Computer. Our Technology resources include a 25 desktop computer lab, laptops and Ipads. Students live out their Christian values through service to those in our community and collection projects for local charities. ICS believes that the classroom is not the only venue where learning takes place. Extra-curricular activities include Student Council, Forensics Club, Chess Club, Beta Club and annual Field Trips. Open House: Sunday, January 25, 2015, 12–1:30 pm. Open Enrollment begins in February. Tuition ranges from $6600 to $8570.

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Blended Families A “blended family” is formed when one or both members of a couple have children from previous relationships and combine households. They are becoming increasingly common and at least one-third of all children in the United States will become a part of a blended or step family before they reach age 18.

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Emotional Extremes Children thrive on consistency and routine so it’s not surprising that the change of becoming a part of a blended family may be very unsettling to them. It’s normal for children experiencing this type of transition to have intense feelings of anger; sadness, grief, disappointment, insecurity, guilt and worry. As extreme and frustrating as they may be, it’s important to accept and support your child’s feelings. Listen to them and convey acceptance, concern and empathy rather than suggestions or judgment. Assure them that their feelings are normal and understandable. If you’re dismissive it is likely to intensify their negative feelings. Be patient and expect set-backs along the way - even when things appear to be going well. Lifestyle changes, holidays and events can drain children’s coping resources and trigger upset emotions.

Space and Privacy Territory battles can become an issue when children need to share a room. Ensure children have an allocated area of the room just for them. Consider using dividers, curtains or the creative arrangement of furniture to make a more comfortable, personal place. Provide each child with a box or drawer to keep their special belongings that is off limits to others. It’s important that family members respect each other’s privacy.

Rules and Roles Couples should openly discuss their parenting values to encourage a consistent approach. Discuss what your behavior expectations are and find reasonable compromises for any areas where you and your partner differ. Decide on clear family 52

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Quality Time Feelings of jealousy are almost to be expected when families merge. Children can become envious of the relationships you are forming with the new members of your family. Maintain a close relationship with your child by regularly spending time alone with them. Simple activities like going for a walk or a ride in the car together can create an opportunity to reconnect. This individual attention will help support them through this difficult transition.

Problem Solving To avoid simmering resentment, frustration, hurt feelings and bickering, arrange regular family meetings. This is a great way for parents to make sure that everyone is on the same page as far as rules and expectations while also allowing children to feel that they are being heard and included. Everyone should be given equal opportunity to respectfully discuss their opinions. Focus on developing practical strategies together to avoid problems in the future. Children in blended families may at first be resistant to many of the new changes occurring. However, most blended families work through these growing pains successfully. Positive attitudes, mutual respect, open communication and lots of love and patience are all important ingredients in the recipe for a healthy blended family. by Cathy Jo Mattson, on-site owner of The Goddard School®

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Collierville | Grades 6-12 • 1880 Wolf River Blvd. • 901-457-2000 Germantown | Grades PK-5 • 8250 Poplar Ave. • 901-261-2300 Memphis | Grades PK-5 • 3749 Kimball Ave. • 901-261-3920

Middle School: Transition to Independence Each middle school child has a story to write. Some know exactly what they want their next chapter to be. Others prefer a structure like that of a Pick-a-Path book: they make decisions based on new opportunities. In either case—or in the myriad others that emerge in the middle school years—St. George’s Independent School puts the child first in its work to help each individual find unique talents and areas of passionate inquiry and practice, while ensuring that the basic abilities to speak, read, write, create, and problem-solve are nurtured. Middle school is all about transitions. Students traverse these grades during one of the most developmentally important times in life when, quite literally, the brain’s physical landscape changes at a rate and quality that is only surpassed by the changes in a child’s first eighteen months. St. George’s believes that surrounding our students with adults who care deeply for and are knowledgeable about this stage of life is tantamount to each child’s individual success and growth.

Small Group Advisory Support A key component of the St. George’s experience is the strong relationships that develop between students and faculty. Paramount in building these relationships is the Advisory Program, which begins in middle school. The adolescent years are a time of rapid and profound physical, social, and personal changes. New academic demands do not always coincide with an individual’s intellectual or mental development. School, therefore, must not only be an academic place but also a place for personal growth with an organized structure of support. St. George’s students meet in a small-group setting with a member of the faculty or staff on a regular basis. It is sometimes the advisor to whom the student turns with concerns or questions about issues at school or beyond school. The advisor works with the student when selecting course options and maintains frequent communication with parents throughout the academic year. Our teachers and coaches understand and respect the middle school child as they continue to challenge each student to find important connections within the curriculum and through relationships. If there is one encompassing question that connects the middle school faculty and staff in their work at St. George’s, it is the desire to help our students answer the essential middle school question: Who am I?

Vigorous and Engaging Academic Program Fundamentals in reading, writing, and math form the bedrock of the curriculum. Engaging these ideas and skills in real-world situations is the St. George’s difference. A project-oriented, vigorous experience in English and language arts, history and social science, math, laboratory science, and the languages, is accompanied by exposure and exploration into the visual arts, religious studies, communications, music education, and wellness.

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Technology instruction and utilization is woven throughout, enabling students to focus on creative and critical thinking. In a school culture that emphasizes positive connections among academics, adults, and the enriching co-curricular life of the school, opportunities for students to connect outside of classes are essential. The St. George’s Collierville campus comprises 250 acres of land on the Wolf River. Such a unique landscape provides many opportunities for students to escape the confines of the classroom to explore and learn about the environment in which they live. On any given day, middle school students may be hiking along the campus paths to collect soil and water samples to test in the lab.

Learning Outside the Classroom St. George’s is strongly committed to making deeper connections with our community. Students may help deliver Meals-on-Wheels, sort clothes at Dress for Success, participate in environmental beautification efforts at Shelby Farms, or volunteer at the Collierville Animal Shelter. Each experience fosters a commitment to those in need and creates a fun, inviting environment through which students learn how to position themselves to help others—a skill profoundly important to living a life of meaningful contribution.

College Guidance: The Road to “Yes!” Begins Now One of the great benefits to an independent school is the careful guidance provided to students and families in identifying choices for their post-secondary education. While many schools do not place emphasis on this process until well into their high school years, St. George’s begins this process in middle school. Eighth grade students, along with their parents, meet with the upper school division director to formulate their four-year course plan for high school. Students and parents also meet with College Guidance counselors to identify their interests and priorities.

A Balanced Life We believe deeply that learning is enhanced when students have fun! Middle schoolers even get to participate in our annual “Old School” Field Day. In any event, our desire is to engage kids in a safe, positive environment while emphasizing the importance of fun and relaxation in a balanced life. Each offering and every experience is designed to develop and support aspirations and passions while teaching kids how to center and balance their lives. If they leave the final eighth grade Stepping Up ceremony knowing more about who they are, and thinking about whom they might become, then we will have succeeded in partnering with their parents to nurture our middle schoolers though an incredibly important stage in life. Experience more at St. George’s Independent School, a coeducational, college-preparatory school for grades PK-12. Visit www.SGIS.org for upcoming Admission events. The application deadline for priority consideration is January 15.

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[BUSINESS] COURTING 101

See how Collierville has become a “Cosmopolitan City” according to the Demand Institute’s 2014 study, “A Tale of 2000 Cities”

In 2014 the Town of Collierville hired John Duncan as its Director of Economic Development.

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John developed a suite of community marketing materials to court site selectors from across the globe, touting our many assets as key factors in locating here. Landing a site is a major win and encourages other businesses to locate here, too.

John sings our praises to targeted businesses that will accentuate the existing retail mix and answer community requests. “Clean” companies are more heavily courted.

Landing a new company is a lot like internet dating.

Site selectors typically are aware of towns when they hear about them at industry events or have personal knowledge of its assets. When hired to choose a city in which to locate a major company, they do what any smart guy would do: an internet search. From there, they reach out to a short list of communities and selection becomes courtship. Attracting the right companies can require a period where towns compete for a date with large retailers and hope to land a long term relationship. Making the first draft round requires impressive statistics. The next rounds involve studying the quality of life, access to transportation, available work force, cost of land, available vacant properties and hundreds of other factors. Communicating those assets effectively is key. Having an economic development professional with first-hand knowledge who cares deeply about the community is critical. The heart of the community, the Town Square, was named 2014 “Best Main Street in America” by Parade Magazine Square retailers report increased traffic and renewed interest in residents. Site selectors love accolades like this because it is an easier “sell” for their executives to locate there. Collierville’s proximity to Memphis also makes it particularly attractive for access to expanded cultural outlets and the Memphis Airport.

Factors such as median home value and average household income (Collierville’s most impressive statistics) attract mostly retail and dining.

$23,275 RETAIL SALES/CAPITA

$7,057 D I N I N G / H’HOLD / YEAR (WITHIN 3-MILE RADIUS OF INT AT POPLAR & HOUSTON LEVEE)

Business and industry prospects build a list of communities that interest them based almost entirely on statistics. Industry prioritizes inexpensive land, low taxes and minimal regulation (such as Volvo in Byhalia).

100%

Brands with a sole presence in the region (such as Ikea) usually locate centrally to take advantage of the demographics of numerous zip codes. The Northwest corner of Collierville is the border of Memphis’ 3 most afﬂuent zip codes.

46,353 P O P U L A T I O N

SERVED OVERNIGHT VIA

QUADRAMODAL

$368,865

MEDIAN HOME VALUE

16,090 H O U S E H O L D S

PROJECTED BY 2022

OF KEY US METRO

MARKETS CAN BE

Collierville has become one of the most attractive locations for residents due to new home construction, quality of life, safety and educational excellence. If another town lands a business, Collierville normally lands its families.

40.2 YEARS

MEDIAN AGE

$141,463 AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME 565 RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PERMITS WERE ISSUED IN 2013, THE MOST IN OVER A DECADE.

ACCESS TO ROAD,

51.8% AGE 25+

RIVER, RAIL & RUNWAY

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57 (Source: ESRI 2014)

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Mercedes-Benz of Collierville

MCR Safety

FedEx World Technology Center Over 2,400 people work at the multi-million dollar marketing and technology campus located in Collierville. Helena Chemical With their corporate headquarters established in Collierville in the early 2000’s, Helena Chemical is the nation’s foremost distributor of crop protection inputs and services.

Helena Chemical

MCR Safety Touting such strong brands as Memphis Glove, Crews Glasses and River City Garment, MCR Safety is the market leader in the ﬁeld of personal protective equipment. United Technologies – Carrier Corporation Housed in a beautiful 900,000 square foot facility, Carrier manufactures high quality residential air conditioners and heat pumps. JuicePLUS+ Promoting a variety of dietary supplements containing concentrated fruit and vegetable juice extracts fortiﬁed with added vitamins and nutrients, JuicePlus+ bases its headquarters in Collierville.

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JuicePLUS+

D1 Sports

Collierville already has a great track record for landing impressive companies. John took us on a â&#x20AC;&#x153;walkaboutâ&#x20AC;? to see past the lovely exteriors of several Collierville brands. To the casual resident, these companies easily go unnoticed unless you work for them but take a peek inside and you will see expansive, impressive organizations that are obviously thriving.

JuicePLUS+ boasts a large employee garden, cafeteria, and on-site gym with trainer and nutritionist. Weekly picnics on the grounds feature healthy food choices for clients and guests.

A particular delight was the D1 Memphis location that opened its doors in October 2014. Co-owned by Tennessee Titan Michael Oher (who was featured in the Academy Award-winning 2009 film, The Blind Side), this innovative sports training facility has partnered with neighbor, OrthoOne orthopedic medicine to provide physical therapy as a complement to training.

Both Helena Chemical and MCR Safety recently expanded their headquarters in Collierville. Currently occupying a 100,000 sf building, Helena has just announced a new 50,000 sf facility to be built by Boyle, planning to occupy half and allocating the remaining for class A office space and planned mix use retail and dining. MCR Safety built a 45,000 sf facility in Schilling Farms to house its world headquarters in 2013 and has received numerous nods for architectural style and design.

A stop by Mercedes-Benz of Collierville revealed an amazing showroom and service department with brilliant white ďŹ&#x201A;oors and ample amenities for waiting customers.

This is only the beginning. New projects are continually being developed as the business and industry environment of the town is marketed to more prospects.

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John Duncan

John & Melanie Duncan just celebrated their 28th wedding anniversary. “What’s your secret,” I ask him.

“Don’t keep score and stay playful.”

A cruise through John Duncan’s Facebook page shows a man full of life. He loves his family and is very proud of them. Loves to travel. Loves a glass of pinot noir, Shirley Bassey’s cover of “Light My Fire.” Loves his town. John speaks of his faith often and has a gentle, humorous way about him. He laughs. A lot.

John’s career path has taken him through a series of steps: Johnson & Johnson, Mobil Oil, Bryce Corporation, Derprosa, St. Jude Hospital and the Memphis Chamber of Commerce. This most recent step brings him back home to the place he has lived for the past 20 years and has watched grow and mature into a thriving business environment. I asked John to name one point he most wanted to make in this article. “Access,” he said. “We are literally 8 minutes from the Memphis city limits, 25 minutes from downtown, only 15 minutes from the airport.” For many years the only path to Collierville was an arduous trek down dozens of stoplights along Poplar Avenue but somehow the completion of Highway 385 almost two decades ago still has not resolved the stigma. “We have a renowned historic town square and that helps us attract many types of people looking for a quaint hometown feeling. We also have dozens

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economic DeveloPment Director toWn of collierville of thriving industries - FedEx World Technology Center, Helena Chemical, MCR Safety, Carrier and JuicePLUS+ to name just a few. Have you seen the Harley-Davidson showroom?” he nearly shouts. The population of Collierville is one of the fastest growing of all the Memphis suburbs and our median household income is twice the national average. TWICE. And Collierville’s growth rates, according to the Memphis Business Journal, “outpace its suburban neighbor and rival Germantown by healthy margins... Collierville is selling more homes more quickly and - in most cases, according to median price data - for more money than Germantown.” John and I agree that exposure is key. “People simply haven’t heard in many cases,” he says. “We need to get them into these businesses so they can see the technology, the industry, the innovation. Our schools are filled with students from all over the world as a result of the workforce talent we attract.” Historically the suburbs have struggled with resentment from various sources claiming that the afﬂuent have created an urban sprawl that is counterproductive to the advancement of the city.

“Collierville and its development partners work tirelessly to provide a safe environment with dependable utilities and quality housing,” John states. “Education is taken very seriously and the community is known for banding together to effect change. As a parent you make the choices that are right for your family. For me the choice was simple. I love Collierville. It has provided my family with a world of friends and community spirit I can’t imagine feeling anywhere else.” “We love Memphis, too. It’s not an either/or with us. Without Memphis there would be no Collierville. I believe that thriving as a region takes all of us working together. We desperately want to see the airport succeed. We need access to the Mississippi River for the resources that make their stop at our intermodal facility next door. Our industry needs FedEx and UPS to keep its distribution channels alive and well. Even our schools depend on the shared services of our neighbors. We are all in this together. Simple.” John actively high-fives our suburban neighbors and their economic development wins. The recent announcements for Ikea and a $50M Target Distribution Center were publicly congratulated. “When a city close by lands a great deal, we all benefit in major

ways. Of course I am completely biased

personnel. That creates a great energy

- I want them in Collierville! But I also

for business progress and cross-

realize that there are simply some

demographic exposure. Business

benefits we have and some we don’t.”

concepts migrate here from all over the world. We just have great access to

The cost of land in Collierville is often

everything businesses need and want.”

a hurdle for landing industry but, as evidenced by the recent Volvo and Roxul

“Any last words?” I ask. “In the end it’s all

decisions in Byhalia, we still benefit in

about relationships and love,” he smiles.

residents. Additionally, Collierville has a

“You’ve got to love your community and

vibrant entrepreneurial community and

build strategic relationships with partners

active, reputable Chamber of Commerce.

who understand the value of location and access. Then everyone thrives.... oh, and

“Our population is smart. Many relocate

stay playful... and don’t keep score. Ever.”

here from all over so our culture is very forward-thinking. We have a ton of

Got it.

aviation-related professionals and their spouses with military backgrounds, technology experts and medical

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Visit www.issuu.com/webzadvertising to ﬂip through the above brochures or visit www.collierville.com for more information.

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Roth IRA For Your Retirement... And Beyond If you’re somewhat familiar with

investing, you may know that the Roth IRA is a great retirement-

savings vehicle. But are you aware that some of its benefits can also

pay off for the next generation of your family?

To understand why this is so, it’s necessary to be familiar with a Roth IRA’s features.

For starters, when you contribute to a Roth IRA, your earnings have the potential to grow tax free, provided you don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re 59½

and you’ve had your account at least five

years. The amounts you contributed aren’t taxed when withdrawn because you’ve

already paid taxes on the money you put

in. And the potential for tax-free earnings

can continue even when your beneficiaries inherit your Roth IRA, though you’ll need to consult with your tax advisor on this issue. A Roth IRA also offers other features

that can help you build resources for

retirement while possibly helping your

surviving family members. For one thing,

you can contribute to your Roth IRA for as long as you have some earned income, up to the contribution limits, and as long as

you meet certain income limitations. Even

retirement income and, depending on how

is scheduled to drop to $1 million unless

other objectives may be, you may also end

have estate taxes that apply at amounts

you do manage that income and what your up with more money that could be left to your beneficiaries.

Also, unlike a traditional IRA or a 401(k),

your retirement. In fact, basically all

withdraw money from your Roth IRA. And by leaving your account intact for as long as possible, you’ll potentially have more

money available for a variety of options

- one of which may involve leaving sums to your beneficiaries. Your non-spouse

beneficiaries must take annual required

minimum distributions, but they have the

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goal, first and foremost, is to help fund your decisions regarding your Roth IRA,

how much to contribute, where to invest the money and when to begin taking

withdrawals - should be based on your

own retirement goals. However, as a side benefit to investing in a Roth IRA, you

may find that you could help out the next generation, or two, of your family.

option to take the distributions over their lifetime.

estate taxes. In 2012, your estate would

you more flexibility in managing your

consult with your tax and legal advisors.

70½. In fact, you are never required to

could put some of your earnings into your Roth IRA virtually indefinitely can give

if you have a sizable estate, you should

When you invest in a Roth IRA, your

taking minimum distributions at age

Keep in mind, though, that your Roth IRA is

Roth IRA. This ability to keep funding your

less than the federal amount.) In any case,

a Roth IRA does not require you to start

if you’ve officially “retired,” you might do

some consulting or part-time work. So you

Congress acts on this issue. (Some states also

part of your estate for purposes of federal be subject to these taxes if it were worth

more than $5.12 million (or less, if you made certain gifts). In 2013, however, this amount

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Kevin Baltier, CFP.

Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or

legal advice. You should consult your estate-planning attorney or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation.

Clarity

7 Steps to Harness your Marketing & make 2015 Your Best Business Year Ever! 1. Put your key profitable periods on the calendar. Make them large and noticeable. 2. Two days after that period ends, write in big letters what you plan to do with the profits you made. (Beach trip? Hire some help? Pay off a debt?) This just got fun.

This world is a crazy, busy place. I love Gmail. When I first made the big switch from Outlook I was positively charmed by the ads. They were like fortune tellers - reading my reactions and then delivering the most delightful little morsel, coaxing me away from my inbox to explore vacation discounts because I had recently Googled my next travel plans. It was a fantasy land for the frugal! Until it just wasn’t anymore. The deals began to all look the same and some of the websites were just downright scary. My focus adapted and gradually veered away from squirrel-brain and back to business. Frankly, I don’t even notice the ads anymore. In the advertising industry we call it “noise.” People today are inundated with messages from more and more megaphones. We have all watched wideeyed as advertising has become more broadly available to anyone with an internet connection and a half hour on a Thursday night. It is wonderful for the business but leaves the reader catatonic.

As a business, it is your challenge to reach the reader with clarity, find them at just the moment they need you and get them to give you a try - all without being noisy. Every year I take a perpetual calendar we created at Webz and chart out our company’s path. (Download it at www. webuzz.biz - it is unlike any calendar we’ve seen because it eliminates the break between months so that events will quit sneaking up on you!) This exercise does wonders to clear my head. Commit to 30 minutes. Give it a try. The magic happens when you look up and you’ve been planning for 2 hours. I find that I lose myself in the optimism and, when done, feel I have a better handle of how I plan to overcome the noise. The incremental joy then comes in executing the plan - but never perfectly because that’s just unrealistic. No, the joy is in the winding path, is in the journey. Begin the journey with a small first step. Each next step gets easier. You’ll see. by Amber Lombardo, Webz Advertising

3. Think through when the marketing message for those periods needs to begin. Get in there early, people! This is key to your competitive success. Mark that. 4. Back out a generous time-frame to begin crafting your marketing materials. Double your expectation of time since your company isn’t your only priority. Triple it if you are a perfectionist. 5. Mark on your calendar your anticipated financial needs to execute your marketing plan. Brainstorm ways to keep cash flowing continually throughout by offering special incentives to clients. 6. Plan for the “messy middle” when your enthusiasm wanes. Mark on your calendar at least 1 day that you plan to just. check. out. It is sacred and nothing will stop you from honoring it. And rest! When you return to your work you will feel like a new person. 7. Gather with like-minded, forwardthinking professionals to keep your momentum. (A group of us are getting together on January 28th at the new University of Memphis campus in Collierville. Details about “Infuse” are on page 31 or at www.infuse.biz. Join us!) January / February 2015

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- Bob Dylan, “Forever Young”

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May you Build a ladder to the stars And Climb on Every Rung May you stay forever young.”

where there is love there is life

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