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MARCH • APRIL 2017
MARCH MARCH 1 • 12 NOON CYP Meeting
MARCH 2 • 8 A.M. Military Affairs Committee
MARCH 2 • 12 NOON Ambassador
MARCH 7 No Membership Committee
MARCH 8 • 8 A.M. Public & Community Affairs Committee
MARCH 14-15 Citizens for Fort Campbell
MARCH 16 • 11 A.M. Business Development Committee
MARCH 16 • 5-7 P.M. Business After Hours
MARCH 21 • 8:00 A.M. Franchise Focus
APRIL APRIL 4 Membership Committee
APRIL 5 • 12 NOON CYP Meeting
APRIL 6 • 8 A.M. Military Affairs Committee
APRIL 6 • 12 NOON Ambassador
APRIL 12 • 8 A.M. Public & Community Affairs Committee
APRIL 14 Good Friday • Office Closed
APRIL 20 • 11 A.M. Business Development Committee
APRIL 20 • 5-7 P.M. Business After Hours
APRIL 19-22 Warrior Week
APRIL 29 • 8 A.M. Great American Clean Up Day Montgomery County Courthouse
Events are at the Chamber of Commerce: 25 Jefferson Street, unless otherwise noted.
THE 15TH AWARD-WINNING FREE RIVERS & SPIRES FESTIVAL IS SET FOR APRIL 20-22 IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CLARKSVILLE.
Upwards of 45,000 people will enjoy five stages of live entertainment with over 100 performers in a nine-block area during the three days. From children’s activities, arts vendors, a car show, military exhibits, shopping and so much more, this is truly an event for the whole family.
HEADLINE ENTERTAINMENTAward-winning county music duo “Montgomery Gentry” will headline the Public Square Stage on Saturday night at 8:30 P.M. The two-time Grammy Award winners “For King & Country” will headline the Christian Stage at 8 P.M. on Saturday night. See the full schedule of entertainment at riversandspires.com. The weekend will kick off on Thursday, April 20 with performanc-es on the Public Square Stage by the Michael Jackson tribute band “Who’s Bad” at 7 P.M. and Prince tribute band “Chase & Ovation” at 8:30 P.M.
FAMILY FUNThis award-winning area is hosted by First Baptist Church. Family Fun Zone is the festival’s most popu-lar area. Filled with more than 60 free activities, it’s designed to entertain toddlers - teens. Visitors will find music, inflatables, performers, demonstrations, face painting, games & numerous interactive booths. New this year, is “Jurassic Kingdom” an interactive experi-ence in prehistoric times. Family Fun Zone is located along Hiter and Commerce Streets,
2017 RIVERS & SPIRES HOURS (FREE ADMISSION)
• THURSDAY, APRIL 20: 5P.M.-10P.M. Strawberry Alley & Public Square Stages only
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• FRIDAY, APRIL 21: 5P.M.-10P.M. Toddler Town: 5P.M.-7P.M. Family Fun Zone: 5P.M.-9P.M.
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• SATURDAY, APRIL 22: 10A.M.-10P.M. Toddler Town: 10A.M.- 7P.M. Family Fun Zone: 10A.M. - 9P.M.
CHILDREN’S PARADEThe 2017 theme is “Wild Things.” Wear a costume or decorate a float. The parade will start on Saturday at 1 P.M. Your family will love the wandering mascots, Shriner clowns and 501st Legion’s Star Wars characters. Applications/Float specs are at riversandspires.com.
GAMING, SPORTS + MILITARY ACTIVITIESFast Fiber Gaming Area, hosted by CDE Lightband for hard-core gamers. The underground parking garage located on Franklin Street will be transformed into a modern-day arcade, packed full of console and PC games for participants to play.
The Sports Zone, hosted by Fortera Credit Union, is filled with activities and booths geared especially for the sports enthusiast. APSU and local youth sports leagues will have mini-clinics in a variety of sports.
The Military Zone, includes several authentic dis-plays by Fort Campbell. Active duty soldiers will give Festival-goers the opportunity to experience being a soldier by trying on gear, checking out military vehicles and participating in interactive exhibits.
INTERNATIONAL ZONEWith over 10 countries represented in Clarksville- Montgomery County, Rivers and Spires celebrates its diversity. Visitors are encouraged to explore authentic cuisine, dress, song, and dance from a variety of the area’s cultural organizations at the Main & Third Stage.
MARKETPLACE + ARTS GALOREThe Marketplace, offers a little bit of everything. From eclectic home items, toys and games, to clothing and jewelry, find the perfect souvenir or gift here.
In Arts Galore, artisans from all over the country vis-it Clarksville to show and sell their handmade artwork, jewelry and woodwork.
(931)647-2331
DEE ANN COLBURNLEGENDS BANK
AMBASSADOR OF THE QUARTER
EVENT SPONSORS
McReynolds Nave & Larson Funeral Home
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CHAIRMAN & BOARD OF DIRECTORS SIDNEY JOHNSON, CHAIRMAN - Wyatt-Johnson, Inc.
CHARLIE KOON, 1ST VICE-CHAIR - Workforce Essentials, Inc.
JAY ALBERTIA, 2ND VICE-CHAIR - Progressive Directions, Inc.
TOMMY BATES, IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRMAN - Legends Bank
KATY OLITA, LEGAL COUNSEL - Batson Nolan PLC
BAILEY MARTIN, FINANCE/ADMINISTRATION - Jack B. Turner & AssociatesALICIA EDWARDS, MEMBERSHIP SERVICES - Fortera Credit Union
JEFF HARRIS, MILITARY AFFAIRS, - First Advantage Bank
PHIL HARPEL, PUBLIC & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - US Bank
JOE SMITH, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - Jodi’s Cabinet Sales
JOHN RUDOLPH
JULIE PARKS
CATHY TYLUTKI
JIM AMOS, JR.
SANDY WOOTEN
KEVIN JUDISH
DEBRA DANIELS
KYLE LUTHER
JOE SMITH
YVONNE CHAMBERLAIN
SCOTT BRYANT
JOY KRAESKE
LORIE JACKSON
NATHAN CLARK
BEN WALKER
CHERYL MOSS
LOUISA COOKE REP. JOE PITTS REP. CURTIS JOHNSON REP. JAY REEDYSEN. MARK GREEN MAYOR KIM MCMILLAN
MAYOR JIM DURRETT COL. JAMES SALOME BILLY ATKINS DR. ALISA WHITE DR. BJ WORTHINGTON
EX-OFFICIO:BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Thank you to each company who was a vendor at the Home & Garden Show in February. It was an excellent event with great attendance and it could not have been possible without the support of the vendors.
We will be hosting Warrior Week in conjunction with Rivers & Spires to thank our military neighbors. The events are April 19-22 and are all free to our Soldiers and their Families. Please consider sponsoring an event or volunteering during this weekend – it is a small gesture compared to the sacrifices the Soldiers and Families make.
Our Chamber continues to be strong and vibrant because of active membership and strong business leaders like each of you. The Great American Clean Up Day is a good way to support your community. I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.
LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN, SIDNEY JOHNSON
• MEMBERSHIP SERVICES: Focuses on developing and enhancing Chamber programs that both support existing members and encourage recruitment of new members.
• BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: Focuses efforts on key initiatives that support all forms of businesses in the community. A few of the primary programs include the Women In Business and Power Breakfast; both provide speakers to educate and inspire business owners.
• MILITARY AFFAIRS: The objective of this committee is to ensure that military personnel and their families have the support they need from the community.
• PUBLIC/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS: The broad reaching and diverse goals of this committee include educa-tion initiatives such as Partners In Education (PIE), the Imagination Library Program Partnership, and the Great American Clean Up (community wide clean up day).
PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING A COMMITTEE:
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
2017 CITIZENS FOR FORT CAMPBELL TRIPMARCH 14-15 The 2017 CFFC trip is scheduled for March 14-15. This annual trip serves as an excellent opportunity to meet with our elected officials and inform them of initiatives at Fort Campbell. Each year, we partner with our peers in Hopkinsville and Christian County to help make the trip a success, and we have seen positive returns on our efforts. We look forward to another successful trip to Washington, D.C.
YOU MAY REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.CLARKSVILLECHAMBER.COM OR CONTACT YVONNE PICKERING AT 931-245-4340 • [email protected]
CHAMBER EVENTS
MARCH 1 @ 12 NOON • LUNCHEON SPEAKER: Regina Hampton; Program Director, The Food Initiative
APRIL 5 @ 12 NOON • LUNCHEON SPEAKER: Garrett Dickerson; Thrivent Financial
COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT BENEFITING F.U.E.L.
CLARKSVILLE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS (CYP)The mission is to create a platform for Young Professionals to build relationships, develop professionally, become politically and philanthropically active and contribute to the economic development and high quality of living in our community. Clarksville Young Professionals is dedicated to the advancement of our community through community service, professional development and networking opportunities for the emerging business and community leaders ages 21-45.
CLARKSVILLE POOL & LEISURETHURSDAY, MARCH 16 5-7 P.M.3908 MAX COURT
HILTON GARDEN INNTHURSDAY, APRIL 20 5-7 P.M. 290 ALFRED THUN RD.
WARRIOR WEEK 2017 EVENTS WILL OCCUR FROM APRIL 19-21 (IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE RIVERS & SPIRES FESTIVAL) The Clarksville Area Chamber Of Commerce Is Pleased To Host:
THE 24TH ANNUAL GODFATHER INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19 • SWAN LAKE GOLF COURSE (581 DUNBAR CAVE RD.)
MOVIE NIGHTTHURSDAY, APRIL 20 • REGAL CLARKSVILLE STADIUM 16 & RPXFortera Credit Union will host movie night for all military ID cardholders.
ETERNAL FLAME CEREMONYFRIDAY, APRIL 21 @ 5:30 P.M. • 1 PUBLIC SQUARE We will round off the week by inviting the public to honor those who lost their lives defending this great nation. Following the ceremony, we hope everyone will attend the final Rivers & Spires Festival.
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.CLARKSVILLECHAMBER.COM OR CONTACT YVONNE PICKERING AT 931-245-4340 • [email protected]
BUSINESS BEFORE HOURSSAM’S CLUB • MAY 2 @ 7-9 A.M. • 3315 GUTHRIE HIGHWAY
PRESIDENTIAL MEMBERS
CONGRATULATIONS & WELCOME NEW MEMBERSALLIANCE ENDODONTICS 2287 Raleigh Court, Suite A Clarksville, TN 37043 Erin Webber Dental - Dental Care, Dental Clinic (931) 553-8484 (888) 235-6922 [email protected] www.allianceendodontics.com
ASHFORD PLACE 2190 Memorial Drive Clarksville, TN 37043 Alicia Foster Apartments (931) 552-4828 (931) 552-0891 [email protected] www.liveatashfordplace.wm
COLTONS AUTOWORX 2110 Wilma Rudolph Blvd. Clarksville, TN 37040 Brandi Reynolds Automobile - Repairs & Service (931) 802-6447 [email protected] www.torxcustomauto.com
CULVERS 140 South Hampton Place Clarksville, TN 37040 Lowell Martin Restaurants (931) 919-2573 [email protected] www.culvers.com
FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE 2861 Fort Campbell Blvd. Clarksville, TN 37042 Tim Williams Automobile - Repairs & Service (512) 423-3722 [email protected]
GOLD’S GYM CLARKSVILLE 390 Needmore Road Clarksville, TN 37040 Lenise Faulk Health & Fitness Centers (931) 919-4715 [email protected] www,goldsgym.com/clarksville
HEAVY EQUIPMENT COLLEGE OF TENNESSEE 298 Clear Sky Court, Suite G Clarksville, TN 37043 Tabetha Lett Education (931) 896-2858 (931) 896-2861 [email protected] www.hectennessee.com
MARYLAND ELECTRIC COMPANY 1040 Progress Drive Clarksville, TN 37040 Adam Keller Contractors - Electrical, Technical Wiring (931) 591-3010 (931) 614-6846 [email protected] www.maryland-electric.com
NETGREENE SOLUTIONS, LLC 1808 Memorial Circle, Ste D Clarksville, TN 37043 J.P. McCaslin Telephone Communication - Service/Equipment/Repairs (855) 979-9007 (855) 979-9007 [email protected] www.netgreene.com
PADDOCK PLACE - OAKS AT PADDOCK 2655 Union Hall Road Clarksville, TN 37040 Alicia Foster Apartments (931) 552-3087 (931) 552-3420 [email protected] www.liveatpaddockplace.com
STEEM MASTER 425 Port Royal Road Clarksville, TN 37040 John Borgman Carpet & Rug - Dealers, Cleaners (931) 552-1252 [email protected] www.steemmastercc.com
THE SILO 110 John Rivers Road Hopkinsville, KY 42240 Maria Bolinger Banquet or Meeting Facilities (270) 632-6230 [email protected] www.thesiloevents.com
THE VERGE CLARKSVILLE 1523 Nolen Road Clarksville, TN 37040 Kelly Harris Apartments (931) 221-3283 (931) 647-4738 [email protected] www.thevergeclarksville.com
TILE PROS NASHVILLE 3628 Fox Den Lane Clarksville, TN 37040 Jesse Newell Tile, Marble & Stone/ Sales, Service, & Installation (615) 474-8377 [email protected] www.tileprosnashville.com
VIAMEDIA 622 Madison Street Clarksville, TN 37040 Ryan Noble Television - Cable (731) 217-9359 [email protected] www.viamediatv.com
COLTON’S AUTOWORX2110 WILMA RUDOLPH BLVD.
EL BRACERO112 MORRIS ROAD
JOANN’S2831 WILMA RUDOLPH BLVD.
CUSTOMS HOUSE MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTER
200 S. SECOND STREET
RIBBON CUTTINGS GREEN RIBBON CUTTING
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COMMIT TO KEEPING YOUR CASH CLOSE TO HOME!Small business research shows that for every $100 you spend at a local business, between $68-$73 stay in the community. In the case of local eateries, that number jumps to $79.
PRESIDENTIAL MEMBERS
CHAMBER EVENTS CONTINUED...
INDUSTRY APPRECIATION DAY MAY 11 @ 11 A.M.-2 P.M. • BEACHAVEN WINERYThe Industrial Development Board and the Chamber of Commerce will co-present the annual Industry Appreciation Lunch at Beachaven Winery on May 11, from 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. As a show of gratitude, all of the employees from surrounding industries will be treated to a free lunch, made possible by the Aspire Foundation.
YOU MAY VISIT WWW.CLARKSVILLECHAMBER.COM OR CONTACT ROBIN BURTON AT 931-245-4334 OR [email protected] FOR MORE INFORMATION
GREAT AMERICAN CLEAN UP DAY APRIL 29 @ 8 A.M. MONTGOMERY COUNTY COURTHOUSE (ONE MILLENNIUM PLAZA)
Make plans to attend the Great American Clean Up Day on April 29. We will meet at Montgomery County Courthouse, One Millennium Plaza, at 8 A.M. Volunteers may contact Mary Anderson or Melinda Shepard to register yourself or your team. Gloves, vests and trash bags will be distributed when we meet on April 29.
The Great American Clean Up Day is part of Keep Tennessee Beautiful. Please volunteer with us as we help the community with tasks such as picking up trash, planting flowers and general upkeep.
PLEASE RSVP TO MARY ANDERSON AT [email protected] OR CALL (931) 648-5751
WHERE DID YOU GO TO SCHOOL AND WHAT DID YOU STUDY? I graduated from high school at Clarksville High School and afterwards graduated from APSU with a B.S. in business education.
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE YOUR CURRENT PROFESSION? Actually, it chose me. When Lead-ership Clarksville was born, the originators began searching for a director, my name surfaced and the rest is history.
WHERE ARE YOU FROM ORIGINALLY? I was born in Christian County, Kentucky. I have lived in Clarksville most of my adult life.
WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT CLARKSVILLE? The fact that it is surrounded by the river, close to Barkley and Kentucky Lakes, and, of course, its people.
IF YOU COULD HAVE ANY OTHER PROFESSION WHAT WOULD IT BE? I would love to be an international tour guide so that I could travel the world.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEAL? Since I am a coun-try girl, I love fresh vegetables out of the garden in the summer.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OR TV SHOW? My favorite TV show is “The Big Bang Theory”. Having a favorite movie is difficult, as I have so many, but maybe if I have to choose it would be “The Piano”.
WHAT HAS BEEN THE TOUGHEST CHALLENGE YOU’VE HAD TO OVERCOME IN YOUR LIFE? Just recently, the death of my son and husband within a seven-month period has been devastating.
WHERE WAS YOUR LAST VACATION? Kingsland, Georgia and Florida
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PASTIME OR HOBBY? Playing duplicate bridge
WHAT IS SOMETHING MOST CLARKSVILLIANS WOULDN’T KNOW ABOUT YOU? When I was much younger, I rode quarter horses and rounded up cattle on our family farm.
IF YOU HAD ONE MESSAGE TO OUR COMMUNITY WHAT WOULD IT BE? Please support our local non-profit agencies, volunteer, and help the less fortunate.
MEMBER BUSINESS SPOTLIGHTCAROLE DORRIS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LEADERSHIP CLARKSVILLE
MARCHRead More! National Read Across America Day is March 2. Take time at home to read aloud with your children, and have them take turns reading to you. Encourage older children to read on their own. Any-thing that interests them counts, from comic books to the classics.
• Report cards are scheduled to go home on March 13, 2017. You’ll want to get help for any problem areas before your child falls too far behind. Ask your child’s teacher how grades are determined and for suggestions on how your child can improve. Remember, celebrating a job well done with a high-five, or a pat on the back goes a long way.
• Schools are closed for Spring Break, March 27-31. Visiting mu-seums, zoos, theaters, historical sites, aquariums, or other educa-tional places will help increase your child’s exposure to new sub-jects and may spark new interests.
APRIL• Progress reports are sched-uled to go home on April 3, 2017. Please do not delay in asking for help if you’re concerned about your child’s grades. For free aca-demic support at home, try www.khanacademy.org.
• Schools closed on April 14, 2017.
• Earth Day is a great day to think about recycling. On April 21, visit the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public library to find books about caring for the earth and how to recycle at home.
CHECK OUT OUR ONLINE CALENDAR FOR THE LATEST EVENTS & HAPPENINGS AT: EVENTS.CMCSS.NET
FRANCHISE FOCUS
APRIL CONSULO• HALL OF FAME SONGWRITER
• TOP 5% AWARD WINNING REALTOR
• VICE MAYOR LAKEWOOD, TN
• CEO & FOUNDER OF 501C3 NOT FOR PROFIT
• AUTHOR
April is currently writing a book in honor of her mother titled “Permission to Live”. This book comes from the desire and passion to teach women to dust off their dreams and offers step-by-step advice on how to make it happen!
“As a Serial Entrepreneur, I know what it takes to sacrifice time away from your family and friends to build a successful business. This is why W.O.M.E.N., “Word of Mouth Entrepreneurial Networkers”, was created. This unique one-of-a-kind networking group allows you to surround yourself with some of the most powerful W.O.M.E.N. in the world that truly want you to achieve your personal and professional goals at the highest level!” — April Consulo
GIGI BUTLER• OWNER, GIGI’S CUPCAKES
When Gigi Butler moved to Music City to pursue her dream, it wasn’t to become the culinary queen of cup-cakes. The young entrepreneur and talented singer moved to Nashville to be the next country music star, and the journey that followed to get her name in lights is full of sweet irony. Gigi’s story will inspire you, while her
lighthearted and witty personality will make you laugh along the way.that followed to get her name in lights is full of sweet irony. Gigi’s story will inspire you while her lighthearted and witty personality will make you laugh along the way.
MARCH 21 @ 7:30 A.M. • OLD GLORY DISTILLING COMPANY • COST: $30 (Includes Breakfast)
Franchise Focus consists of an entrepreneur focused program, bridging knowledge gaps between potential and current business owners with a focus on franchises. We have seen an increased interest in franchise opportunities over recent years and hope to match local entrepreneurs with franchise opportunities.
• APRIL CONSULO
• GIGI BUTLER
• ALLAN GROVES (DQ OF CLARKSVILLE),
• DAVID BERGGREN (FURNITURE CONNECTION),
• DR. DEBORAH HELLUMS (RIGHT AT HOME)
WILL SHARE THEIR STORIES & TIPS FOR SUCCESS.
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON VISIT WWW.CLARKSVILLECHAMBER.COM FOR MORE DETAILS OR CONTACT LUCIAN GREENE: [email protected]
GOOD NEWS
THDA, CITY OF CLARKSVILLE ANNOUNCE $15,000 INCENTIVE TO HOMEBUYERS IN TARGETED NEIGHBORHOODS
The Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) is offering $15,000 in down payment assistance to homebuyers who purchase a home in target-ed neighborhoods that were hard hit by the downturn and have been slower to recover in Clarksville and across the state.
THDA Executive Director Ralph Perry announced the new program on February 8, 2017 at a joint press conference with City of Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan and Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett. By attracting homebuyers and stimulating home sales, the program is designed to protect the families already living in these targeted areas from blight, falling property values, and risk of foreclosure.
Eligible borrowers who purchase homes in targeted zip codes using THDA’s Great Choice Home Loan program can apply for $15,000 in HHF-DPA assistance toward their down payment and closing costs in the form of a forgivable second mortgage loan. Targeted zip codes in Clarksville-Montgomery County are 37040 and 37042. Homebuyers will make no monthly payments on the second mortgage loan during a 10-year term and it does not accrue any interest. The first time homebuyer requirement is waived for military personnel who are active duty, retired or reserve.
“Whatever our on going interest rate is, we knock it down by half a percent. It is something our board does for men and wom-en who sign up to serve this country,” Perrey said. The funds for the down payment assistance program will be available beginning March 1. THDA received approval from the U.S. Department of Treasury to commit $60 million in federal funding to its new HHF Down Payment Assistance Program.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, VISIT THDA.ORG.
WELCOME GENERAL POPPAS On February 2, over 100 guests from the Clarksville-Montgomery County and Fort Campbell communities, attended a reception at the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce, to welcome Major General Andrew Poppas and his wife Beth back to Fort Campbell. Major General Poppas took command of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) on January 19, 2017.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FIVE LOCAL BUSINESSES HONORED IN CLARKSVILLE-MONTGOMERY COUNTY’S COMMUNITY GROWTH & IMPACT AWARDS:• WYATT-JOHNSON AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
• F&M BANK
• HAND FAMILY COMPANIES
• CLARKSVILLE ACADEMY
• L.E.A.P.
GROWTH IMPACT AWARDS
25 Jefferson Street, Suite 300Clarksville, TN 37040
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THE CHAMBER’S ANNUAL GOLF SCRAMBLE
JUNE 8, 2017SWAN LAKE GOLF COURSE
(581 DUNBAR CAVE RD)
