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Coffee HourFriday, August 28, 2015 Breakfast at 7:00 a.m.Program starts at 7:30 a.m.Sloan Convention Center 1021 Wilkinson Trace

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Chamber Board of Directors

Chamber ConnectionDesigned & Printed By:

President and CEO Ron BunchChairman

Tommy AdamsVice Chair

Robbin Taylor Immediate Past Chair

John Mark Fones

Chair-Elect Mark Iverson

Vice Presidents Joy Rogers

Dave TatmanSteve Davis

Your Chamber StaffRon Bunch

President and CEO

Board of Directors Bill Borders

John DixJohn Mark Fones

Dion HouchinsTravis Keller

Todd Matthews Amy Milliken

Phil NealAdam Nuse

Brett ReynoldsJoy Rogers

Mike SherrodMike SimpsonRobert Teixeira

Kim ThomasChris ThornEric Walker

Monica WardlowRegina WebbEd Whitehead

Bruce Wilkerson

Christina Beliles Workforce Coordinator

Emilee Buttrum Economic Development

Coordinator Maureen Carpenter

Vice President, Regional Development

and Talent Crystal Cummings Office Manager

Katie Dykes Programs & Events

CoordinatorYvonne Franks

Finance CoordinatorCaitlin Greenwell

Marketing CoordinatorBritney Harris

Economic Development Research/Data

CoordinatorStephanie Matthews Director, Programs

and Events

Tonya Matthews Vice President,

Partnership ServicesDanielle Parker

Partnership Services CoordinatorKim Phelps Director,

Communications and Public Policy

Melinda Rector Partnership Database

CoordinatorMeredith Robinson

COO/CFOClaudia Russell

Director, Partnership Development

Julie Sapp Project Manager,

Business AttractionPaul Stratton

Executive AssistantAshlee Wilson

Partnership Sales Representative

Chairman’s Comments

Tommy Adams - Chairman

4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. No fee; Online registration requested.

Business After Hours is a networking program that gives Chamber partners and guests the opportunity to make new contacts, renew acquaintances and exchange business information. The event includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and possible entertainment at no cost. Business After Hours has an average attendance of 60-100.

For more information on how your business can take advantage of this opportunity,contact Programs and Events Coordinator Katie Dykes at 270-901-4604.

We are truly privileged to live in a fantastic place. This month, I wanted to celebrate some of the great things that make Bowling Green unique!

Tommy’s 10 Reasons to Love Bowling Green

1. We have a brand new outdoor Farmers Market right downtown!

2. We have the Hot Rods – they really are funner!

3. We have cool buildings like Stadium Park Plaza!

4. We have Big Red!

5. We have the Gatton Academy – the #1 high school in America for 3 years running!

6. We have the first 2 Lighthouse schools in Kentucky!

7. We make Corvettes!

8. We have the NCM Motorsports Park – a world class motorsports track!

9. We have cool downtown spaces like Circus Square Park!

10. We have world class automotive events like the Holley LSFest!

August 20 1945 Scottsville Rd.

September 17 2501 Crossings Blvd., Ste. 250

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Dean Frederick de BeerDean of UK College of Medicine

Dean Frederick de Beer received his medical degree from the University of Pretoria, South Africa. He completed his postgraduate education at the Royal Postgraduate Medical School, London. Prior to coming to the United States in 1989, he served as professor of medicine at the University of Stellenbosch,

South Africa. In 1993, he was named Chief of the Division of Endocrinology and Molecular Medicine at the UK College of Medicine. He also has served as Vice Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine, Director of the UK Graduate Center for Nutritional Sciences and Chief of Medicine at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Lexington. In 2003, he was appointed the Jack M. Gill Professor and Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine. In 2011, he was named Dean of UK College of Medicine. Dean de Beer has authored or co-authored 136 peer-reviewed publications as well as a number of book chapters and editorials. He maintains an active research laboratory and has been funded by the National Institutes of Health for more than 24 years.

Mike PrattColor Analyst for the UK Sports Network

Whether in Kentucky or China, University of Kentucky fans around the world enjoy broadcasts of each men’s basketball game via ukathletics.com and satellite radio. Mike Pratt ’75 ED is part of the team at IMG Sports Radio Network with Tom Leach that brings these historic games into the homes of millions of

Wildcat fans each season. In addition to doing color analysis for radio, he also is currently helping UK Athletics on a part-time basis with developing the UK fan base in Louisville/Jefferson County.Pratt has the perfect background for talking about all things UK basketball. He was a three-year letter winner as a 6’4” guard from 1967 through 1970 under coach Adolph Rupp. He then played with the American Basketball Association’s Kentucky Colonels for two seasons, served as an assistant to coach Lee Rose at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte before becoming head coach for four years. Pratt was also a scout for the NBA before delving into the broadcast side of the game back in 1985 in Charlotte. This led to stints with ESPN and Fox Sports South Net. When Sam Bowie ’84 AS resigned, Pratt began as color analyst for the UK Radio Network, which became the Big Blue Sports Network and was later purchased by the entertainment management company IMG.Pratt, who was admitted to UK’s prestigious 1,000 points club with 1,359 points in his three years, also became a member of the UK Athletic Hall of Fame in 2009.

Coffee Hour Speakers

Coffee Hour sponsor

friday, August 28, 2015 Doors open at 7:00 a.m. - program starts at 7:30 a.m.

sloan Convention Center1021 Wilkinson trace

Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC), parent company of The Medical Center, and UK HealthCare opened Medical Center Orthopaedics, Southcentral Kentucky’s new

orthopaedic surgery practice, in early 2015. The Medical Center created the new physician practice in affiliation with UK HealthCare Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine to expand availability of orthopaedic surgeons in Southcentral Kentucky.

Orthopaedics is one of the fastest growing service lines in the country. National models predict a 15% increase in Orthopaedics over the next few years.

“For years, Orthopaedics has been a significant part of The Medical Center. Patients have made it clear that they want a choice and they want to receive their orthopaedic care at The Medical Center,” said Connie Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer of Commonwealth Health Corporation. “To facilitate the expansion of Orthopaedics, The Medical Center has partnered with UK HealthCare. UK has an excellent reputation in Orthopaedics, and we feel that combining that reputation with The Medical Center made sense.”

The first physician recruited to the practice is Rasesh Desai, M.D., F.A.A.O.S., orthopaedic surgeon and assistant professor with UK HealthCare Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. Dr. Desai’s

extensive fellowship training includes Orthopaedic Spine at University of Louisville, Pediatric Orthopaedic and Pediatric Spine at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, and Adult Reconstructive (Total Joints) Orthopaedics at University of Louisville.

“The recruitment of Dr. Desai onto our faculty and into the Bowling Green community represents just the first investment in new models of care by two strong healthcare systems, UK HealthCare and The Medical Center,” said Dr. Michael Karpf, Executive Vice President for Health Affairs at the University of Kentucky. “Our relationship in orthopaedics and also stroke care will allow UK HealthCare and The Medical Center to provide advanced medicine for Kentuckians as close to home as possible, in the most appropriate setting.” In 2014, The Medical Center joined the Norton Healthcare/UK HealthCare Stroke Care Network to allow for the sharing of best practices and outcomes data to promote continuous quality improvement in stroke care.

Medical Center Orthopaedics is located at 825 Second Avenue East in the Riverside Professional Center on The Medical Center campus. To learn more, visit medcenterortho.com. To schedule an appointment, call Medical Center Orthopaedics at 270-780-2750.

Rasesh Desai, M.D.

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Volunteers Needed

Are you Are you an enthusiastic individual who is interested in working with high school juniors and seniors? Volunteer to be a Work Ethic Seal instructor today! Volunteer to be a Work Ethic Seal instructor today!

Work Ethic Seal Work Ethic Seal was designed to meet the needs of employers by preparing the future workforce in three critical competency areas: workplace, academic and personal effectiveness so that they may think critically, communicate effectively, solve problems, and be dependable.

Training and materials Training and materials from Junior Achievement will be provided.

InstructorsInstructors will be responsible for teaching guided soft-skill material in a classroom setting during eight one-hour sessions.

Time Commitment Time Commitment is eight (8) weeks beginning in mid-October, ending in mid-December.

Orientation Session 1 - Critical Thinking and Creativity

Session 2 - Communication and Conflict Management Skills Session 3 - Collaboration & Creativity

Session 4 - Strong Soft Skills Session 5 - Know Your Work Place Priorities

Session 6 - Know Who’s Hiring You Session 7 - Know Your Person Brand

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity please contact Katie Dykes contact Katie Dykes at 270-901-4604.

The Training Consortium of South Central Kentucky is a membership organization that provides high-quality and cost-effective training to regional companies in all sectors.

Are you a training provider looking to expand your network? Would you like to know more about the benefits of joining the TCSCKY?

Contact Emilee at 270-901-4619 or Emilee@bgchamber.com.

Are you looking for training in… - Communication? - Microsoft Office? - Quality Management? - Soft skills? - Supervisory/Management? - Technical skills?

Let us help your business meet your training needs!

Classes begin at $99.00.

Visit our website today! www.southcentralky.com/main/the-training-

consortium-of-south-central-kentucky

Volunteers Needed

Are you Are you an enthusiastic individual who is interested in working with high school juniors and seniors? Volunteer to be a Work Ethic Seal instructor today! Volunteer to be a Work Ethic Seal instructor today!

Work Ethic Seal Work Ethic Seal was designed to meet the needs of employers by preparing the future workforce in three critical competency areas: workplace, academic and personal effectiveness so that they may think critically, communicate effectively, solve problems, and be dependable.

Training and materials Training and materials from Junior Achievement will be provided.

InstructorsInstructors will be responsible for teaching guided soft-skill material in a classroom setting during eight one-hour sessions.

Time Commitment Time Commitment is eight (8) weeks beginning in mid-October, ending in mid-December.

Orientation Session 1 - Critical Thinking and Creativity

Session 2 - Communication and Conflict Management Skills Session 3 - Collaboration & Creativity

Session 4 - Strong Soft Skills Session 5 - Know Your Work Place Priorities

Session 6 - Know Who’s Hiring You Session 7 - Know Your Person Brand

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity please contact Katie Dykes contact Katie Dykes at 270-901-4604.

New Partners tune in to hear your business named on these radio and TV stations.

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Venture down 31W South from Bowling Green, Kentucky and you can’t miss the big red barn on your right. Chaney’s Dairy Barn was opened in September 2003 to a public hungry for something different and something “udderly” wonderful.

Chaney’s Dairy Barn has been met with tremen-dous success since the very first opening day. Along with their ice cream that is made on the premises, they offer homemade sandwiches, soups, ice cream pies, and a wide variety of Ken-tucky food items. Plans are in the works for a full processing facility on the farm in the next couple of years so that fresh Jersey milk may be sold directly to the public and used in their delicious ice cream. The Chaney’s have also filled the Barn with specially selected crafts and foods made by Kentucky artists and companies. Gift baskets filled with these items are in great demand for the holiday season.

Highland Stables was built in 2000 as an equine boarding and training facility. In September of 2014, we realized it was the perfect setting for special events. After extensive renovations our venue was born.

With approx. 25,000 sq. ft. we can easily accom-modate large events. We offer state of the art audio and video for all your corporate events. Heated for winter events with large restrooms, ample parking, catering room, bar area, and bridal lounge. Call today, to schedule a tour. 270-799-0041.

Bliss Ave Brewing Company is a brewery and tap-room, locally owned by Rob and Jennifer Coffey, dedicated to creating and serving a variety of house-made and national craft beer selections available by the drink and for growler fills. The brewhouse features a 2-barrel system with four 4-barrel fermenters, producing approximately 300 barrels of beer per year.

Bliss Ave is also available to host craft beer dinners, teaming our brews with catered food for private parties, corporate events or holiday gatherings. Jennifer has many years of experi-ence as an event planner and can help provide a memorable event for your guests.

We’ll look forward to seeing you soon at 401 Park Row, on the downtown square. Check us out at BlissAveBrews.com.

Got a DEaL to sharE? WE’LL hELp promotE it!To HuNdRedS of visitors like this:

Welcome to Bowling Green: saVE With Us!

$15 off a Haircut & Style* or $20 off a Massage

Just mention this offer and code: RW15 when you make your appointment.

Call 270.781.4676

Visit bgchamber.com and view the Super Savers tab for details* on this deal and other offers from Chamber Partners.

To HuNdRedS of Chamber businesses and their employees like this:

Contact 270-781-3200 or Danielle@bgchamber.com to be included.

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2015 Welcome Back WKU Chamber Partners’ Festival!

Wednesday, August 26 | 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. WKU-South Lawn

Standard Registration Fee: $275 until June 30 | $315 as of July 1 | 10’ area under a shared tent NEW!* Bring your own 10’ X 10’ pop-up tent: $400 | Rent a 10’ X 10’ stand-alone tent: $450 Participants may not bring a pop-up tent or vehicle without proper registration and approval. An 8’ table with two chairs is included in your registration fee. Welcome Back WKU continues to grow each year as interest booms both on campus and within the business community. The University is a significant contributor to our successful business climate and this event gives Chamber partners the first opportunity to tap into this market. In turn, the students will be provided the opportunity to see what businesses in Bowling Green have to offer, without leaving campus. How to prepare: Come armed with giveaways and samples to really showcase your product and/or service. Casual (and cool) dress is most appropriate for staff members working the booth area. Traditionally, this event is very hot! To reserve a space: Complete the form below or register online at bgchamber.com. We’ll send you confirmation information with more details regarding the event, such as parking, etc.

Space is limited!

*Space is very limited for stand-alone tents. Space will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Return form to:

710 College Street | Fax: 270.843.0458 | katie@bgchamber.com

For more information contact Programs & Events Coordinator, Katie Dykes |270.901.4604

Contact: Company:

Phone: Email:

Electricity Needed: (Circle one)

Circle one: Standard Registration Bring a 10’ X 10’ tent Rent a 10’ X 10’ tent

Yes No Payment enclosed:

Send Invoice to:

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Cultivating Cultural Competence in the Workplace Presented by Leyda Becker with the City of Bowling Green

Cultural Competency should be part of every company’s overall strategic plan and mission. Cultural competence represents the ability to function effectively with people within and outside your organization from diverse ethnic, racial, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds.

According to Dr. Cutts, CEO of Cutts Consulting LLC, becoming culturally competent is a dynamic process between leadership, employees and customers that requires cultural knowledge and skill development at all service levels, including strategic planning, policymaking, administration, and practice.

Through this workshop you will learn to:• AdapttodemographicchangesacrosstheCityandCommonwealth,• Functioneffectivelyincross-culturalinteractions,• Attractandretainqualifiedemployeesfromagrowingmulti-culturallaborpool,• Buildcapacitythroughemployeeandstafftraininganddevelopment.

Presented by Leyda Becker, International Communities Liaison with the City of BowlingGreen, which serves to coordinate the City’s role in communicating and working effectively with the diverse international communities represented in Bowling Green, and serves asanadvocateforLEP(LimitedEnglishProficient)personswhomayseekCityservices.Mrs.BeckerisoriginallyfromMerida,VenezuelaandholdsaBachelor’sDegreeinCorporateandOrganizationalCommunicationandMarketingfromWesternKentuckyUniversity.

August 11th - 8 to 10 a.m. at the Chamber

$20 admission fee includes hotbreakfast from

Business at Its Best is sponsored by President’s Club Gold Star Partner

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RIBBON CUTTINGS

Home Instead Senior CareCelebrating their new location

1861 Westen Street, Suite A

PBI BankCelebrating their new location

751 Campbell Lane

Hyatt Place Bowling GreenCelebrating their grand opening

1347 Center Street

Natural Health Center for Integrative MedicineCelebrating their grand opening

1022 US 31-W Bypass

Sheldon’s Express PharmacyCelebrating their grand opening

Peachtree Place

Wright Implement Greenwood MallCelebrating their grand opening

Greenwood Mall

Greenview Medical Group-The Allen ClinicCelebrating their grand opening

746 Campbell Lane, Suite 101

The Purple Door BoutiqueCelebrating their grand opening

1051 Bryant Way, Suite 202

Monticello Banking CompanyCelebrating the grand opening of

their newest branch location651 US 31-W Bypass, Suite 212

Specialized Alternatives for Families & Youth (SAFY)Celebrating their grand opening1143 Fairway Street, Suite 103

BizCard XpressCelebrating their grand opening

1785 Campbell Lane

Fresenius Medical CareCelebrating their grand opening

262 Natchez Trace Avenue

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President’s Club RIBBON CUTTINGS

Diamond Star Partner County of Warren Celebrating the grand opening of SOKY Marketplace -

Farmers MarketCorner of 7th Avenue and Center Street

Diamond Star Partners County of Warren and City of Bowling Green

Celebrating the Stand for the Children Day Kick-Off

Platinum Star Partner U.S. Bank Celebrating the 2015 Balloons, Tunes & BBQ Kick-Off

Gold Star Partner Citizens First BankCelebrating the 2015 Thunderfest Kick-Off

Bronze Star Partner White Staffing ManagementCelebrating their new location

2425 Scottsville Road, Suite 122

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Welcome New Partners...Action Staffing1043 Pedigo Way, Suite 44Bowling Green, KY 42103-6124(270) 780-0202Jeni Merrick, Regional Sales Director

Addiction’s Salon & Spa, LLC“Full service multi-cultural salon. The place for all of your beauty needs; hair services, manicures, pedicures, massage, facials, waxing, etc.”1052 US 31-W BypassBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 782-9014Brittany Griffith, Owner/Stylist

Agracel, Inc.PO Box 466Thompsons Station, TN 37179(931) 629-0606www.agracel.comDaniel Webb, Regional Development Director

Ann Wyatt Recruiting“Recruiting firm. LMI support.”1954 H Murray RoadBowling Green, KY 42104(270) 535-0318Ann Wyatt, Owner

BG Treeman“Services include the removal of diseased, broken, or dead branches on mature trees and young trees alike. We take care of you from the ground level to the tops of the trees.”7324 Nashville RoadBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 991-4111www.bgtreeman.comBenjamin Lamb, Owner

Big O Tires of Bowling Green“Tires, wheels, shocks, brakes, align-ments, struts, etc. Big O Tires - The world’s best brands and a team you trust!”1975 Russellville RoadBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 843-2181www.bigotires.comRobert Chenault, General Manager

BizCard Xpress“One-stop business improvement shop offering superfast printing and signs at unbeatable prices. Our customers are always beyond satisfied.”1785 Campbell Lane, Suite 300Bowling Green, KY 42104(270) 904-4528www.bizcardbowlinggreen.comMichael Burnell, President/Owner

Bliss Ave Brewing Company, LLC401 Park RowBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 901-9966www.blissavebrews.comRobert Coffey, President and Owner

Bowling Green Riverfront Foundation, Inc.“We are dedicated to creating the Barren River Outdoors Center, an integrated outdoor recreational area that will link Mitch McConnell Park, the Bowling Green Greenways Project and Weldon Peete Park.”911 College Street, Suite 203Bowling Green, KY 42101(270) 202-4640www.bgriverfront.orgClinton Lewis, President

Teresa Suber/Cabi6160 Red River School RoadPortland, TN 37148(615) 504-4475www.teresa.cabionline.comTeresa Suber, Owner

Carpet Place of Bowling Green, Inc.“We carry carpet; residential and commercial, ceramic/porcelain tile, installation materials, laminate flooring, specialty floors; LVP/LVT, vinyl/resilient, wood flooring, window blinds and more!”508 Dishman LaneBowling Green, KY 42101-4011(270) 781-0715www.carpetplaceky.comDebbie Drake, Secretary

Cason’s Cove“We are a magical cove nestled in the heart of the magnificent woodland of-fering a unique and quaint experience to your fairy tale romance. Crafted faithfully with distinct character, it is a one of a kind luxurious venue!”4130 Dye Ford RoadAlvaton, KY 42122(270) 202-0303www.casonscove.comGabrielle Bush

Century Construction Company, LLC“General contractor specializing in commercial and industrial interior reno-vations and contract maintenance.”130 Hunter Court, Suite ABowling Green, KY 42103(270) 904-3914Shannon Harvey, Member

Chuy’s“Serving authentic Tex-Mex food in an eclectic atmosphere full of color and personality. Chuy’s has the reputation as the most fun and friendly spot to eat real Tex-Mex at a great price.”3260 Ken Bale BoulevardBowling Green, KY 42103(270) 796-2999www.chuys.comMandy Williams, General Manager

Cumulus Energy Group, LLC“We design, build and operate solar energy systems on an international scale. Our goal is to become a leading provider of clean energy technologies for the residential, business and governmental consumer.”3424 Innsbrooke CourtBowling Green, KY 42104(615) 400-6183www.cumulus-energy.comMatt Stephens, President

DXP Enterprises“We aspire to be the best solution for the Industrial customers’ needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Supply Chain Services and Service Centers.”800 Canal StreetEvansville, IN 47713(812) 455-8767www.dxpe.comMark Aimone, Account Manager

Edward Jones Investments“Serving individual investors since 1871. Specializing in business retirement plans, stocks, bonds, mutual funds and IRA’s.”1403 Scottsville Road, Unit BBowling Green, KY 42104(270) 781-7737www.edwardjones.comDerrick Palmer, Financial Advisor

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott1832 Cave Mill RoadBowling Green, KY 42104(270) 599-1832www.marriott.com/bwgfbKatharine Dunn

Fastenal“With growth through customer service, offering 13+ product categories and being where you are, Fastenal is a leading vendor of industrial supplies.”5261 Nashville RoadBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 842-2080www.fastenal.comJill Law, Manager

The Foundry Christian Community Center“Serving the children and families of the west end of Bowling Green.”531 W 11th StreetPO Box 9937Bowling Green, KY 42102(270) 842-5075www.thefoundrybg.orgDestini Eaton, Communications Coordinator

Franklin Bank & Trust Company“Hometown Banking at its Best Since 1958. We opened our doors accepting your deposits on December 1, 1958, and we are still here doing what we do best for you!”1042 Fairview Avenue, Suite ABowling Green, KY 42103www.fbtco.comGuy Waggoner, Senior Trust Officer

Fresenius Medical Care Bowling Green“Improving care and quality of life for people with chronic kidney failure.”262 Natchez Trace AvenueBowling Green, KY 42103(270) 842-2154www.fmcna.comChristopher Dobbs, Director of Operations

Game X Change“We buy, sell and trade video games, DVD and Blu-Ray movies, iPods, iPhones, iPads and related accessories. We pride ourselves in paying the most cash for your stuff in the industry.”2522 Scottsville RoadBowling Green, KY 42104(270) 904-2682www.gogamexchange.comBen Dahmer, Store Manager

Gott Plumbing Repair“Residential and commercial plumbing repair, service and installation.”941 Siddens RoadGlasgow, KY 42141(270) 842-4858www.gottplumbing.comRauni Gott, Owner

Greenview Medical Group-The Allen Clinic“We are committed to providing patients with convenient access to high-quality care for the entire family.”746 Campbell Lane, Suite 101Bowling Green, KY 42104(270) 843-9510www.theallenclinicgreenview.comCasey Kernel, Practice Manager

Hands of the Hill“We do custom woodwork and design such as kitchen cabinets, furniture, built-ins as well as commercial mill work.”290 New Porter Pike RoadBowling Green, KY 42103(270) 282-3049www.handsofthehill.comJonathon Randolph, Owner

Harshaw Trane“Intelligent building technology and energy services provider creating and sustaining high performing, efficient and secure facility environments. We employ 300 highly-trained associates including Certified Energy Managers and LEED® Accredited Professionals.”12700 Plantside DriveLouisville, KY 40299(502) 499-7000www.harshawtrane.comTy Vierling, Energy Services Business Leader

HC Matthews, Inc.230 St. Albans DriveBowling Green, KY 42103(270) 996-7599www.clotheslinebg.comRandy Matthews, President

Highland Stables Event Venue“25,000-square-foot (heated), all-inclu-sive venue. Easily accommodating large events, weddings/receptions, rehearsal dinners, reunions, and business functions. Featuring large restrooms, catering area, bar, patio with fire pit and a bridal lounge.”1301 Hunts LaneBowling Green, KY 42103(270) 393-2111www.highlandstablesbg.comAngie Mosley, Event Director

Hillyard-KY“Sales and service of janitorial supplies and equipment.”551 Horton Court, Suite BLexington, KY 40511(859) 252-7511www.hillyard.comBeth Freeman, Account Manager

Hyatt Place Bowling Green“Our four-story hotel features 108 well-appointed guest rooms and is connected to the Augenstein Alumni Center at WKU. The only hotel in Bowling Green providing covered parking.”1347 Center StreetBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 467-0001www.hyattplacebowlinggreen.comAdam Artusio, General Manager

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Incentive Compliance Services“We are a privately held LLC, designed to assist businesses in recognizing all their negotiated economic incentives. Our vision is to provide compliance services to businesses that have negotiated state and/or local economic incentives.”2403 Bellegard CourtUnion, KY 41091(270) 905-0620www.incentivecomplianceservices.comCheryl Moore, CEO

JumpAir Zone Trampoline Park“Trampolines, foam pits and inflatables located next to Historic Rail Park. Opening Summer of 2015.”399 Kentucky StreetBowling Green, KY 42101(801) 688-2637www.jumpairzone.comReinaldo Pena, President

Tommy KelleyBerkshire Hathaway HS Partners Realty2424 Airway Court, Suite ABowling Green, KY 42103(270) 783-4515

Laughs Last Link“Our vision is to provide real advice with a hint of humor to all individuals in order to better the lives of women struggling with a problem.”1500 Bryant Way, Apt F10Bowling Green, KY 42103(270) 303-0468www.laughslastlink.orgAmanda Schambon, Co-Founder & CEO

Meade Equipment“Whether you need a mower for your home, a tractor for your farm, replace-ment parts or a tune-up, we’ve got you covered.”4233 Russellville RoadBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 842-3400www.meadetractor.comMichael Brownfield, Manager

Monticello Banking Company“Offering a full range of deposit and loan products, traditional checking/savings accounts, premium money market accounts, certificates of deposit and a variety of electronic banking services.”651 US 31-W Bypass, Suite 212Bowling Green, Ky 42101(270) 467-9604www.mbcbank.comLynette Yowell, Branch Manager

Multi-Skill Training Services“MST can enhance the performance of your industrial maintenance personnel by improving your maintenance employees’ technical skills through targeted training.”South 4th StreetMurray, KY 42071(270) 753-3919www.multi-skilltraining.comAshley Coleman, Sales/Marketing Director

Natural Health Center for Integra-tive Medicine“In our approach to wellness and healing, we consider you as a whole person and how you interact with your environment. Our goal is to help you achieve maximum wellbeing - mind, body and spirit.”1022 US 31-W BypassBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 904-6000www.thenaturalhealthcenter.netJuan Gonzalez, Doctor of Naturopathics

Panoptic Financial Group, LLC“We deliver long-term solutions to the financial concerns of your claimants.”2501 Crossings Boulevard, Suite 129Bowling Green, KY 42104(270) 495-4966www.panopticfinancial.comNathan Parkey, Managing Partner

Perfect Image Spa & Body Laser“We offer the serene atmosphere of a day spa with both traditional spa services like hairstyling and massage therapy as well as laser lipo and laser hair removal services.”927 Broadway AvenueBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 935-5266www.perfectimageky.comCindy Coppersmith, Owner

PopWorksPopWorks frozen artisan pops are handcrafted in small batches using the freshest all-natural and locally sourced ingredients. Open Every day 11am-9pm.1640 Scottsville RoadBowling Green, KY 42103(270) 996-7333www.thepopworks.comEd Griffin, Chief PopWorker/Partner

ProCom Heating, Inc.“ProCom® manufactures a full line of gas space heaters, gas fireplace systems and gas log sets.”2800 Griffin DriveBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 495-3771www.usaprocom.comJoe Lee, Vice President

Professional Marketing Association (PMA)“Providing networking, professional development and peer recognition for marketing professionals in Bowling Green. Meets 3rd Tuesday, 11:30 a.m.”PO Box 1103Bowling Green, KY 42102-4390(270) 404-0690www.pmabg.orgJennifer Oaks, President

Schardein Mechanical“At Schardein we offer a unique blend of mechanical contracting and high quality shop fabrication. This insures that our customers get just the right equipment installed by the most experienced team.”281 New Porter Pike, Suite BBowling Green, KY 42103(270) 272-3051www.schardein.comFrank Raymer

Service 1 Restorations“Our staff is highly experienced and certified in the fields of water damage mitigation, mold remediation, and state-of-the-art structural drying technology.”548 Baden LaneBowling Green, KY 42104(270) 535-9123Brandee Backus, Marketing Manager

Sheldon’s Express Pharmacy at Peachtree PlaceFull-service pharmacy.5575 Scottsville RoadBowling Green, KY 42104(270) 715-0650www.sheldonsexpresspharmacy.comDenise Howard, CFO

The Silver Spoon Luxury Baby Boutique“High-end baby gear that cannot be found anywhere else! Everything from travel systems to cloth diapers to breast feeding supplies.”651 US 31-W Bypass, Suite 105Bowling Green, KY 42101(270) 904-2857www.thesilverspoonbg.comClay Myles, Owner

SKY Insurance“Local and independent, dynamic and progressive, SKY Insurance makes buying insurance easy. We offer auto, home, farm, business, life and other insurance products to meet the needs of our community.”730 Fairview Avenue, Suite A1Bowling Green, KY 42101(270) 495-1555www.goskyinsurance.comTabatha Nunn, President

South Central Kentucky Crime StoppersPO Box 856Bowling Green, KY 42102(270) 202-6082www.781clue.comAshley Reynolds, Vice Chair/Chair Elect

Southern Kentucky Film & Media“SKYFM is a non-profit organization focused on film and television production in Kentucky. Encouraging film industry growth through original productions, training and outreach programs.”3480 New Roe RoadAdolphus, KY 42120(615) 979-1750www.filmsoky.comJohn Doyle, President

Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth (SAFY)“We are a leading national nonprofit organization providing a full continuum of services for children and youth in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems.”1143 Fairway Street, Suite 103Bowling Green, KY 42103(270) 904-6307www.safy.orgKacey Wells, Recruiter/Family Develop-ment Specialist

Tippi Toes Dance Bowling Green“Tippi Toes Dance Company® cheerfully provides children with a fun, positive and nurturing environment so they are able to experience the joys of dance, self-expres-sion and movement.”127 Kelsey CircleRussellville, KY 42276(270) 883-1797www.tippitoesdance.com/bowling-greenKyleen Baptiste, Owner/Instructor

TMS Automotive, LLC“Automotive services, parts washing, sort-ing, packaging, distribution, warehousing and transportation.”200 College Street RoadElizabethtown, KY 42701(270) 763-9249www.transportationsystems.orgMichael Hall, President

UK/UofL Executive MBA Program“Two Great Universities. One Exceptional MBA.”University of LouisvilleCollege of BusinessLouisville, KY 40292(502) 852-4798www.execmba.bizSophia Fischer, Executive MBA Recruiting Manager

Upland Title, LLC“Residential and commercial estate title services including title insurance and closing services.”1719 Ashley Circle, Suite 120Bowling Green, KY 42104(270) 282-4976www.uplandtitle.comJoseph Loney, Member, Closing Attorney

Wireless Paradise“We are a Sprint Preferred Retailer committed to providing Sprint shoppers superior customer service.”1625 Campbell Lane, Suite 2Bowling Green, KY 42104(270) 796-2001www.wirelessparadise.netAustin Paulson, Store Manager

WKU Floral Shop“Full service floral shop offering service to the WKU campus and the Bowling Green area. Fresh flowers, permanet botanicals, balloons, plants, gifts, wedding and fu-neral designs, delivery and wire service.”514 Regents AvenueBowling Green, KY 42101(270) 745-3382www.wku.edu/floralshopDebbie Gabbard, Floral Shop Coordinator

Wright Implement Greenwood Mall“Wright Implement, your local John Deere dealer serving customers since 1936 has opened up a new location in Greenwood Mall. Offering toys, apparel and much more!”2625 Scottsville RoadBowling Green, KY 42104(270) 782-8401www.wrightimp.comBrian Cecil, Corporate Ad Director

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AAA Systems, Inc.Ace HardwareAgent-Link, Martha Ruedeen ShartzerAirgasAkins Construction, Inc.Alan ReadAlpine Pet Care CenterAmerican Cancer SocietyAmerican Chemical Technologies, Inc.American Howa Kentucky, Inc.Americas Car Mart dba Car Mart of

Bowling GreenAndroid - Bowling GreenB & D PalletBANDO USA, INC.Barbara Stewart InteriorsBatteries Plus BulbsBenefits Resource GroupBethel UniversityBetter Business BureauBG-WC Welfare CenterBill WaltripBlueCotton, Inc.Bluegrass CellularBluegrass Electrical, Inc.Bluegrass Oral Health CenterBluegrass Uniforms, Inc.Bowling Green Blind CompanyBowling Green Country ClubBowling Green Junior Woman’s ClubBowling Green MonumentBowling Green Noon Rotary ClubBowling Green Rubber & Gasket CompanyBowling Green Warren County

Community EducationBoy Scouts of America Lincoln Heritage

CouncilBoys & Girls Club of Bowling GreenBR TireBreakfield Roofing CompanyBrock McVey CompanyBrowning Oil CompanyBruster’s Ice CreamBuilding Bridges 4 LifeBurnam & Son Mortuary, Inc.C. T. Nuckols, DMDCampbell ChevroletCanteen Service CompanyCapitol Window & Door

Carter Douglas Company, LLCCASA of South Central KYCASCO Products CorporationCenterPointe ChurchCentury 21 Premier Realty PartnersCGS Machine & Tool, Inc.Chandler Memory Care & Assisted Living,

LLCChaney’s Dairy BarnChrist Episcopal ChurchClark Beverage Group, Inc.Communications SystemsCommunity Options, Inc.Cone Funeral Home, LLCConnected Nation, Inc.Control Systems Design & Automation,

Inc.Country Oven BakeryCountry PeddlerCovington ElectricCrye*Leike Executive RealtyDaily NewsDavid BrowningDC Clement State Farm InsuranceDeemer Floral CompanyDestiny DentalDiversified Electrical, Inc.Downtown ChiropracticDr. E. Margaret CurtisDrapery NationDwight Embry’s Garage, Inc.Eloise B. Houchens CenterEncore Energy, Inc.Enterprise Rent-A-CarEnterprise Rent-A-CarEvergreen Life ServicesEVINE LiveFairview Community Health CenterFinal FinishFirst Choice Home MedicalFlea Land of Bowling GreenFlowers by ShirleyFoundation Christian AcademyFraternal Order of PoliceFruit of The Loom Corporate HeadquartersFukuda USA, Inc.Gary Force Honda/AcuraGolden FarleyGreen Mechanical Construction, Inc.

Green River ScrubsGreenview Specialty AssociatesGriff’s DeliHabitat for Humanity of BG/Warren

County, Inc.Habitat for Humanity RestoreHall’s Sweeping ServiceHangout Creative GroupHaven4Change, Inc.Hill-Motley Lumber CompanyHolley Performance ProductsHoly Spirit Catholic ChurchHome Market Magazine, Inc.HOTEL INCIFS TechnologiesIndustrial Electrical ContractorsInternational PaperISTT, Inc.JBK Network ConsultingJC Kirby & Son Funeral Homes &

CrematoryJenean M. HamptonJim CummingsJim Johnson Nissan & Jim Johnson

HyundaiJimmy Diemer’s Self StorageJody RichardsJoe D. HuntJohn Carmon Photography, Inc.John Norman McDonald PhotographyK & B Striping, Inc.KapStone Container CorporationKeller Williams First Choice RealtyKelley ReaganKentucky Association of ManufacturersKentucky Health Cooperative, Inc.Kentucky Outdoor AdvertisingKentucky Tire ExchangeKentucky Tire ExchangeKiwanis Club of Bowling GreenKobe Aluminum Automotive Products,

LLCKyle A. Woosley State Farm AgencyLandmark Financial AdvisorsLeachman Buick-GMC-CadillacLeadership Bowling Green Alumni

AssociationLiberty ImagingLost River Pizza Company

Manpower Employment Services ProviderMartin AutoplexMary Cohron & AssociatesMary E. CarpenterMcDonald’s RestaurantMcWhorter Chiropractic, LLCMellow MushroomMerrill Lynch Wealth ManagementMiracle MattressModern Supply CompanyMoe’s Southwest GrillMonticello Banking CompanyMorris JewelryMorris Promotional SpecialtiesNASCONat’s Outdoor SportsNeace Lukens Insurance, Inc.Noland Insurance AgencyNoon Lions ClubNorthwestern MutualOdd Fellows LodgeOperation P.R.I.D.E.Orchestra Kentucky of Bowling GreenOverhead Door Company of Bowling

GreenOverTime Sports Bar & GrillParty 1 SuperstorePC GurusPepsi Beverages CompanyPhil Brown ConstructionPremier Integrity SolutionsPrint MediaProRehab Bowling GreenRafferty’s Restaurant & BarRandstadRebecca Adams SimpsonReeves Enterprises, Inc.Regina Webb Salon & SpaReliable Restoration, Inc.Reynolds, Johnston, Hinton & Pepper, LLPRichard FeldmanRiley’s BakeryRoemer’s Remodeling & Restoration, LLCRoyal Music Company, Inc.Scotty’s Development CompanySecuritasSelect SecuritySewell and Sewell Architects, PLLCShelby Recycling

Shin YukiSimon DentistrySitex CorporationSKY Pediatric DentistrySmart Start Child CareSmiths Grove Public LibrarySocial Security AdministrationSolrac CorporationSouthern Kentucky Oral Surgery

AssociatesSouthland Manufacturing Company, Inc.Staci SimpsonStanley Steemer Carpet CleanerSummit Title Company, LLCSun Products CorporationT & E Investments, LLCThe BistroThe Community Foundation of South

Central KentuckyThe Glasser ClinicThe Pawn CompanyThe Valspar CorporationThe Yard ParkTile Trends, Inc.Toby’s Pest Control ServiceTommy KelleyTony Rhoades State Farm InsuranceToot’s RestaurantTownePlace Suites by MarriottToyota of Bowling GreenTrace Die Cast, Inc.Trent Bedding Company, LLCTri-State International Trucks of BG, Inc.TY Ink PromotionsUspiritus-Bellewood Bowling GreenUtility Precast Products, LLCVanMeter Contracting, Inc.Warren County Tech CenterWDNS-FM & WKCT-AM RadioWhite CastleWhite Staffing Management, LLCWild EggsWindow World of Bowling Green, LLCWNKY-TVWPTQ 103.7 The Point/100.7 SAM-FMYogi Bear’s Jellystone Camp ResortZebra Graphics, Inc.Zest! Juice for Life

Thank You Partners for Renewing Your Chamber Investment

Introducing . . . Paul StrattonPaul Stratton is the Chamber’s new Executive Assistant to President and CEO Ron Bunch. He is responsible for keeping a comprehensive calendar and coordinating multiple committees focused on developing our local economy, in addition to several other duties.

Stratton previously served as the Store manager at the Sprint store in Bowling Green, where he controlled all of the day-to-day operations, growing the store’s profits over the year before, even doubling and tripling them in some months.

Stratton graduated from SKYCTC in 2011, with an Associate of Applied Science. He is currently attending Western Kentucky University studying Business Administration, and pursuing a Bachelor of Science with a track in Business Administration. He enjoys spending his spare time with his girlfriend, Alissa, his family, or playing video games.

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Established in 1986 by John M. “Jack” Schultz, Agracel, Inc. humbly began as a farmland investment company. When looking to name the firm, two words kept surfacing: Agriculture and Excel. Thus our name was born (Agriculture + Excel = Agracel). As the years passed Agracel’s core focus turned from farm ground to industrial development in rural America. Though our days of farmland investments are over, we have chosen to retain the Agracel name. We believe firmly in the principles set forth by our agricultural her-itage. The name Agracel ties us to the land and the good things that farmers stand for. Excellence not only in agriculture, but in everything they do. These principles have allowed Agracel to grow by leaps and bounds over the past 25 years. Today, Team Agracel has developed over 10 million square feet of industrial space in 17 states.Agracel, Inc. 2201 N Willenborg St. Suite #2 P.O. Box 1107 Effingham, IL 62401

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