clarksvillechamber.com • (931) 647-2331

November • December 2016

We have exciting events lined up, with the 24th Annual Veterans Day Breakfast on November 5 and the Power Breakfast in January.

In this issue you will find information about the Home & Garden Show scheduled for February 25-26, 2017. This event is perfect for any business that has a service or product they would like to showcase.

I hope you are enjoying the new Guide & Directory that was delivered in early October. This is a great resource for both current business owners and newcomers to our community.

As the holiday season approaches, I want to encourage everyone to Live Local this shopping season and patronize Clarksville area businesses. The Chamber’s Live Local campaign is a way to promote the community and keep dollars here that directly affect our community.

Save the date for all of the upcoming events and invite someone new to be a part of this organization. On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff, we hope you have a wonderful holiday season!

Sidney Johnson, Chairman

Chairman’s Message Home & Garden Show Feb. 25-26

Does your business offer a product or service to homeowners or prospective home owners? If so, the Chamber's 2017 Home & Garden Show is the place to be to showcase those products and services! Just in time for spring, the Home & Garden Show brings together residents and vendors to assist in planning your next project.

Graciously sponsored by Furniture Connection, the 8th Annual Home & Garden Show will be February 25-26, 2017 at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center, 1188 Cumberland Drive. Show times are Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, Noon-5 p.m. General admission is $5; children 12 and under are free. With a valid ID, the Show is free to all active duty military.

To reserve your vendor display area, please submit a completed vendor agreement and payment by January 12, 2017. Booth sizes vary and prices range from $200-$1,000 for Chamber members and $300-$1,500 for non-members.

Download an agreement on the Chamber’s website at bit.ly/HGshowcontract or call Lucian Greene to request a copy at 931-245-4342 or email lucian@clarksville.tn.us.

YOUR CALENDAR

NOV 2 CYP Lunch Meeting

NOV 5 Veterans Day Breakfast

NOV 8 Election Day

NOV 10 Business Before Hours

NOV 11 Veterans Day - Office Closed

NOV 26 Small Business Saturday

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24th Annual Veterans Day Breakfast Nov 5Military Appreciation Tailgate at 2:00p.m.

The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce will host the 24th Annual Veterans Day Breakfast on Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 7:30a.m. at the Austin Peay State University Morgan University Center. Keynote speaker at the breakfast is retired Sergeant Major of the Army Kenneth O. Preston. He now serves as Director of NCO & Soldier Programs, AUSA.

At 2:00p.m. that afternoon, the Chamber is also hosting a Military Appreciation Day Tailgate Party at APSU’s Fortera Stadium Parking Lot prior to the 4:00p.m. kickoff when the Governors take on Tennessee State University.

Preston served as the 13th Sergeant Major of the Army from 2004-11. He retired as the longest serving Sergeant Major of the Army with more than seven years in the position. As Sergeant Major of the Army, Preston served as the Army Chief of Staff's personal adviser on all soldier and family related matters, particularly areas affecting soldier training and quality of life.

Throughout his 36-year career, he served in every enlisted leadership position from cavalry scout and tank commander to his final position as Sergeant Major of the Army.

Cost for the buffet style meal is $20. You may register online at www.clarksvillechamber.com or send your RSVP with credit card payment to Yvonne Pickering at yvonne@clarksville.tn.us.

Clarksville Young ProfessionalsNovember 2 12 Money Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make Emily Medecky & Jesse Presley, Altra Federal Credit Union

Speakers and Lunch Sponsor

December 7 Kris Phillips, APSU Executive Director of University Advancement Lunch by APSU Culinary Arts

Join us at the Chamber at Noon, 25 Jefferson Street, Clarksville, TN 37040

Mayors Power Breakfast Set for Jan 17The Chamber will host

the annual Mayors Power Breakfast on January 17. Both Montgomery County Mayor Durrett and City of Clarksville Mayor McMillan will share their accomplishments of the past year and plans for 2017. They will also give an opportunity to engage in a question and answer session at the end of the presentations. Those interested in attending are encouraged to register early, as availability fills up quickly. Please register at clarksvillechamber.com or register with Lucian Greene and send credit card information to lucian@clarksville.tn.us.

City of Clarksville MayorKim McMillan and

Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett

7:30 a.m.Cost $30

Congratulations to First Choice Appraisal, winner at the Clarksville Young Professionals Cornhole Tournament in September. Proceeds benefitted the Clarksville-Montgomery County Imagination Library.

Cornhole Tournament

Member Good News

OUR MISSIONThe Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of the business

community and its membership by advancing community development, promoting the business and economic environment, and improving the welfare of the community by

enhancing the quality of life in the region.

25 Jefferson Street, Suite 300 • Clarksville, TN 37040 • 931.647.2331clarksvillechamber.com • Melinda Shepard, Executive Director

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Congratulations to Chamber Past President Jack Turner, who received the 23rd annual Joe Kraft Humanitarian Award from the

Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. This award recognizes a person who, like the late Joe Kraft, demonstrates a commitment to community, home and hearth, and individuals in need.

Congratulations to Constantia Flexibles who won “Best Overall Green Business” at the 2016 Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certification Annual Awards Banquet. The company also again received a prestigious German Packaging Award for 2016. The company’s Christmas Bow Label Coca-Cola packaging innovation won in the category Designing & Processing.

Verstraete IML USA, a division of Constantia Flexibles based in Belgium, announced that the company will locate a new facility in Clarksville. The

in-mold labeling manufacturer will invest $20 million and create 59 new jobs.

State Representative Joe Pitts announces the opening of a new testing location for Commercial Driver License (CDL) Testing in Clarksville. The mobile unit will be on site at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology, 135 International Blvd., to provide written and skills testing for citizens wanting a CDL.

Congratulations to Hand Family Companies, who was named Market Watch’s 2016 Beer Wholesaler of the Year.

Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett announces the launch of Hytch, a free phone app available to all smart phone users to match drivers with similar routes for potential ride sharing. The Hytch app brings old-fashioned carpooling into the digital age.

U.S. Bank announces a new Safe Debit Account to provide the benefits of a traditional account, without the checks.The account provides a safe, affordable

way for customers to deposit money, withdraw cash, pay bills and manage their account through mobile or online banking.

Congratulations to Clarksville Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Trane, NC3 on the recent Grand Opening of their HVAC automation lab.

BusinessBEFORE

HoursThursday, November 10

7:00-9:00 a.m.Clarksville Athletic Club

220 Athletic Avenue

BusinessAFTERHours

Due to the holidays, there will be no Business After Hours in

November or December.

ASAP (Accounting Society of Austin Peay)P.O. Box 4416 Clarksville, TN 37044Jeff BlackNon-Profit Organization(785) 320-1488 jblack24@my.apsu.edu

Clarksville Community Concert AssociationP. O. Box 210 Clarksville, TN 37041-0210Dr. Carmen ReaganMusicians(877) 811-0200 reaganc@charter.netwww.clarksvillemusic.org

Empire Realty3324 Heatherwood Tr. Clarksville, TN 37040Lisa KennedyReal Estate - Residential(931) 249-9347 lisapisa1@hotmail.comwww.empirerealtyclarksville.com

Gensurance Group, LLC4676 Ashland City Road Clarksville, TN 37043Mike DuncanInsurance(931) 233-8111 (931) 218-2729mikeduncan@gensurancegroup.comwww.gensurancegroup.com

It's A Hair & Lash Thing220 Dover Road Clarksville, TN 37042Lena AndersonHair Salon/Stylists(931) 552-7878 lenagandersonmk@gmail.com

Katwalk Fitness221 West Dunbar Cave Road, BClarksville, TN 37040Katheryn BouchillonDance Instruction, Dancewear(931) 919-2552 katwalkdancefitness@gmail.comwww.katwalkdancefitness.com

Reliant Realty ERA Powered124 Dunbar Cave Road, Suite A Clarksville, TN 37043Kriste SimmonsReal Estate - Residential(931) 561-1103 kriste@kristesimmons.netwww.fortcampbellhomefinder.com

Special Forces Brotherhood MC1156 Gupton Lane Clarksville, TN 37040Matt ClawsonNon-Profit Organization(931) 338-2332 sfbmc.ky@gmail.comhttp://sfbmcky.org

Vivint Smart Home4931 N. 300 W. Provo, UT 84604Cody PikeSecurity Services &/or Products&/or Systems(877) 873-9883 (801) 377-4116chamber@vivint.comwww.vivint.co

Presidential Members

New Members & Ribbon Cuttings November • December 2016/4

BE AN INFORMED VOTERState General and City Election Forums are available on

www.clarksvillechamber.com forState Representative District 74, State Representative District 67,

City Judge, City Council Ward 3, 4, 5, 8, and 9. Early voting is October 19 – November 3.

Election day is November 8.

Montgomery County Election Commission350 Pageant Lane, Suite 404

GREEN RIBBON CUTTING

Morgan King Staging & Design559 Pond Apple Road

Downtown Open HouseThe businesses in Historic Downtown Clarksville invite you to their Annual Downtown Open House event on Saturday, November 26 during regular business hours. The retail businesses are gearing-up for the holiday season and hope you will be among those who have pledged to “shop local” this year.

Most businesses will be participating with special events, refreshments and door prizes. Take advantage of this special day to enjoy the unhurried pace of shopping, where you will find some of Clarksville’s most unique, independently owned shops.

www.clarksvillechamber.com

Think LocalBUY LOCAL

LiveLocal!

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Congratulations5/November • December 2016

Congratulations to all 2016 Partners in Education (PIE) award winners! The PIE program is a long-standing partnership between the Chamber and Clarksville-Montgomery County School System. Many businesses and organizations were recognized for their contributions to public education in the 2015-2016 school year. All partners were invited to the celebration and several specials awards were distributed. Numerous organizations were recognized for their contributions to local schools at the annual PIE Breakfast in September.

Innovative Partner AwardClarksville Fencing

Corporate Partner AwardGrace Church of the Nazarene

Sarah Ditmore Cooper AwardDomino's

Community Commitment Partner AwardKroger

STEM PartnerClarksville Department of Electricity

2016 PIE Awards

Local Mentors Needed!TN Achieves, partnering organization to Gov. Haslam’s

TN Promise, is looking for mentors to work with students from the Class of 2017. TN Promise allows every student in the state the opportunity to attend a local community or technical college tuition free. Most of the students they serve are low income, first generation college attendees and need a little extra support. Mentors remind students of important deadlines, serve as a trusted college resource and encourage students to reach their full potential. The time commitment is small, only about one hour per month, but the impact can be life changing for students hoping to better their lives.Montgomery County needs mentors for this program. Deadline is November 20. For more information or to apply please visit https://tnachieves.org/mentors/requirements/

What is your full name?Joseph Dewayne Smith

What is your profession?Kitchen and Bath Designer/Professional Firefighter

Where did you go to school and what did you study?American Intercontinental University/ Business Administration A.S. Degree

Why did you choose your current profession? My family has been a part of the cabinet industry in Clarksville for over 40 years, so runs through my veins. I love helping people bring a vision or idea to life. As far as firefighting, when I left the Marine Corps, I needed a career that would let me serve my community and give me the adrenaline rush I was used to in the military.

Where are you from originally?I have lived in Clarksville for 27 of my 32 years, and it will always be a place I call home. The five years away from Clarksville were spent traveling around the world visiting many countries and cultures. I used those opportunities to learn about how other governments and cultures function, in order to bring that knowledge back to Clarksville.

Tell us about your family:I have a lovely wife named Una, and between us we have 5 kids: Heidi 15, Andrew 13, John 11, Annabelle 8, and Wyatt 6. We call ourselves the Smith 7,

because even though we are a blended family, we all love each other to the moon and back. My father is from Clarksville and graduated from CHS. He has been a general superintendent for a commercial contracting business for the last 30 years. My mother moved to Clarksville in middle school and graduated from MCHS. She has been in the cabinet industry for 32 years and started her own business, Jodi's Cabinet Sales, 14 years ago. My family has deep roots in the Clarksville community and I hope my children will want to continue to call Clarksville home when they are ready to start their own families.

What do you like most about Clarksville? I love the fact that Clarksville is a very diverse community and still keeps the small town charm. We are growing and we need the continued efforts of forward thinking people to make sure our lifelong residents still love the city they were raised in, while new residents feel welcomed and comfortable in their communities. Clarksville is a place where everyone can feel at home.

If you could have any other profession what would it be?Well, if I could have any profession, I would have to say being my main profession. As a firefighter for the city, I get the chance to serve my community every third day. It is an adrenaline rush when we go on emergency calls, from fighting fires to medical calls. I love helping people and saving lives. I try to personally wish each patient to “get well soon” before they leave my care. If I lose that passion for my patient, then it will be time for me to move on to a new profession.

What is your favorite meal?I am a simple man, so my favorite meal would have to be a nice steak and baked potato.

What’s your favorite movie or TV show?My favorite movie is definitely Tombstone. It is a classic in my eyes. I even named my youngest son Wyatt.

Who is your role model?My role models would be my mother and father, they both have extremely high work ethic and drive to better themselves. Those traits have been instilled in me, and I could not thank them enough for that.

What has been the toughest challenge you’ve had to overcome in your life?I have had some pretty low moments in life, as many of us have. I am a believer that if you have not failed, you will never succeed. Failure can make us strive for success. I have been through several difficult times, from war to divorce. I used each event as a learning lesson.

How would you like your life to look 10 years from now?In 10 years, I will be 10 years from retirement, and will be looking forward to having any debts paid off completely by then. I set goals and try to break them.

When and to where was your last vacation?My last vacation was with my wife back in March. We went to Hawaii for a week. We had a great time swimming with the Dolphins and turtles. And, not to mention just relaxing on the beach.

What is your favorite pastime or hobby? My favorite hobby is fishing, although I rarely get the chance to anymore. I am a firm believer that if I work hard now, I can play hard when I retire.

If you could leave one message to the Clarksville community what would it be?My message to the Clarksville Community would be to stay engaged in your community. We cannot let the what goes on in the rest of the country have an affect our amazing community, by causing division or tension. If we all stay engaged, we can all help keep our communities moving forward and continue to make Clarksville stand out in positive ways. And remember to “Shop Local!”

Member SpotlightJoe Smith

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About the Chamber7/November • December 2016

Executive Committee (Pictured Left-Right)

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 BankKaty Olita ........................... Legal Counsel, Batson Nolan PLCBailey Martin ..................... Division Vice-Chair, Finance/Administration, Jack B. Turner & Associates

CHAIRMAN AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

John Rudolph | Julie Parks | Cathy Tylutki | Jim Amos, Jr. | Sandy Wooten | Kevin Judish Debra Daniels | Kyle Luther | Joe Smith | Yvonne Chamberlain | Scott Bryant | Joy KraeskeLorie Jackson | Nathan Clark | Ben Walker | Cheryl Moss

EX-OFFICIO

Louisa Cooke | Rep. Joe Pitts | Rep. Curtis Johnson | Rep. Jay Reedy | Sen. Mark GreenMayor Kim McMillan | Mayor Jim Durrett | Col. James Salome | Billy Atkins | Dr. Alisa WhiteDr. BJ Worthington

Alicia Edwards ..................... Division Vice-Chair, Membership ServicesJeff Harris ............................ Division Vice-Chair, Military AffairsPhil Harpel .......................... Division Vice Chair, Public & Community AffairsJoe Smith ............................ Division Vice-Chair, Business Development

NOVEMBER

8:00 a.m.Membership Committee

12:00 noonClarksville Young Professionals

8:00 a.m.Military Affairs Committee

NoonAmbassadors

8:00 a.m.Public & Community Affairs

7:00-9:00 a.m.Business Before HoursClarksville Athletic Club220 Athletic Ave.

Office Closed for Veterans Day

Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

Small Business Saturday

DECEMBER

8:00 a.m.Military Affairs Committee

Ambassadors

8:00 a.m.Membership Committee

NoonClarksville Young Professionals

8:00 a.m.Public & Community Affairs Committee

11:00 a.m.Business Development Committee

Office Closed for Christmas Holiday

JANUARY

Office Closed for New Year Holiday

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In an effort to engage all school community stakeholders,

including the business community, the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System is providing the Chamber of Commerce with monthly tips to share with the business community and its membership that highlight important school-related dates and events.

These tips are designed to encourage business owners to help support student success by communicating

this information with their employees through their newsletters or social media platforms.

nHigh School Parent-Teacher Conference is November 3, 2016, 4:30pm-7:30pm. and Progress Reports are scheduled to go home on November 7, 2016. This is a great time to review and discuss grades with your child’s teachers if you have a concern. It’s also a great of time to compliment your child for a job well done.

nElection Day is November 8, 2016. School is not in session.

nNo school on November 11, 2016 in observance of Veterans Day.

CMCSS

25 Jefferson Street, Suite 300 • Clarksville, TN 37040

Were You There?

Business After Hours, September 15Legends Bank at Old Glory Distillery

Women in Business, October 11Miranda Herrick at Hilton Garden Inn

Power Breakfast, September 20Greg Coker at Riverview Inn

Business to Business Expo, October 205 Star Media Group

Business After Hours, October 205 Star Media Group