october & november 2011 chamber connection

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CHAMBER CONNECTION OCTOBER / NOVEMBER 201 1 ABOVE: Forward Jackson Campaign Investors and Chamber staff gathered to celebrate the announcement of the campaign reaching the $3.8 million goal. A new additional “stretch goal” of $500,000 was added to the current goal. Forward Jackson campaign leaders announced that the initial goal of $3.8 million had been reached. A celebration party was held by the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce at Miss Ollie’s on Tuesday, September 20. Kyle Spurgeon, President/CEO of The Chamber, said the money raised was from 82 Chamber members and other businesses within Madison County through committed pledges over a five-year period. Ryan Porter, The Chamber’s Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and General Counsel, stated that the Forward Jackson campaign has three parts. The first part consists of rebranding the community’s image through websites and various other forms of media. Spurgeon said that Jackson does not have a consistent brand. The Chamber will work with local and regional business leaders to develop a way to show the benefits of living and doing business within the area. The second focus is on economic development and the creation of new jobs. This is done thought the recruitment of new industries and assisting existing industries with expansions. The last part of the campaign is community development, which includes diversity, health and wellness, public safety and education. Upon reaching the initial campaign goal, the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce has set an additional “stretch goal” of $500,000. Forward Jackson Celebrates Campaign Visit Us Online At Jacksontn.Com INSIDE Upcoming Events, Staff Directory Page 2 Jackson Industrial News Page 3 Promotions, Accomplishments & Special Recognition Page 4-6 Member Spotlight Page 7 New Members Page 8-9 Renewing Members Page 10-11 Ribbon Cuttings & Openings Page 12-13 Economic Indicators Page 14 ABOVE: Ryan Porter, Vice President, Strategic Initiatives and General Counsel for The Chamber, announces the campaign’s new “stretch goal” of an additional $500,000. COMING SOON: Chamber Connection Special Edition featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members, volunteers, award listing, photo gallery, etc!

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Page 1: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

CHAMBER CONNECTIONOCTOBER NOVEMBER 2011

ABOVE Forward Jackson Campaign Investors and Chamber staff gathered to celebrate the announcement of the

campaign reaching the $38 million goal A new additional ldquostretch goalrdquo of $500000 was added to the current goal

Forward Jackson campaign leaders announced that the initial goal of $38 million had been reached A celebration party was held by the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce at Miss Olliersquos on Tuesday September 20 Kyle Spurgeon PresidentCEO of The Chamber said the money raised was from 82 Chamber members and other businesses within Madison County through committed pledges over a five-year period Ryan Porter The Chamberrsquos Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and General Counsel stated that the Forward Jackson campaign has three partsThe first part consists of rebranding the

communityrsquos image through websites and various other forms of media Spurgeon said that Jackson does not have a consistent brand The Chamber will work with local and regional business leaders to develop a way to show the benefits of living and

doing business within the area The second focus is on economic development and the creation of new jobs This is done thought the recruitment of new industries and assisting existing industries with expansionsThe last part of the campaign is community development which includes diversity health and wellness public safety and education

Upon reaching the initial campaign goal the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce has set an additional ldquostretch goalrdquo of $500000

Forward Jackson Celebrates Campaign

Visit Us Online AtJacksontnCom

INSIDEbull UpcomingEventsStaff

DirectoryPage 2

bull JacksonIndustrialNewsPage 3

bull PromotionsAccomplishmentsampSpecialRecognitionPage 4-6

bull MemberSpotlightPage 7

bull NewMembersPage 8-9

bull RenewingMembersPage 10-11

bull RibbonCuttingsampOpeningsPage 12-13

bull EconomicIndicatorsPage 14

ABOVE Ryan Porter Vice President Strategic Initiatives and General Counsel for The Chamber announces the campaignrsquos new ldquostretch goalrdquo of an additional $500000

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award listing photo gallery etc

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS AttendNetworkLearn

197 Auditorium StreetJackson TN 38301

Phone 731-423-2200

Kyle Spurgeon PresidentCEOkspurgeonjacksontncom

Tammy Boyd Chief Administrative Officertboydjacksontncom

Lisa Cothran Manager Membership Development

lcothranjacksontncom

Shirley Jones Vice President Public Affairs

sajonesjacksontncom

Lori Nunnery Executive Director Convention amp Visitors Bureau

lnunneryjacksontncom

Beth Parnell Manager of Eventsbparnelljacksontncom

Denise Perry Receptionistdperryjacksontncom

Ryan Porter Vice President Strategic Initiatives and General Counsel

rporterjacksontncom

Judy Renshaw Sr Vice President Business amp Community Services

jrenshawjacksontncom

Megan Seals Communications Coordinator

msealsjacksontncom

Brandy Stutsman Administrative Assistant

Business Services amp West Tennessee Business Resource Centerbstutsmanjacksontncom

Carolyn Vaughan Membership Development Coordinatorcvaughanjacksontncom

Joyce Welch Executive Assistantjwelchjacksontncom

Mandy White Vice President Research amp Economic Development

mwhitejacksontncom

Jackson Area Chamber Of CommerceSTAFF DIRECTORY

Stay Connectedwith the

Jackson Chamberfacebookcomjacksontnchamber

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linkedincomcompanyjackson-area-chamber-of-commerce

flickrcomphotosjacksontn-chambersets

youtubecomuserjacksontn-

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NOVEMBER 18U40 Young Professionals1130 am- 1 pmCoyote Blues 541 Wiley Parker RoadCost $15 for Chamber members $25 non-members

Event Details This gathering will be all about networking Presented by ActionCOACH Steve Pitcairn attendees will learn tips on effective ways to network Also enjoy a wonderful lunch and a chance to win door prizes RSVP is required To register e-mail Brandy Stutsman

or call at 423-2200 Sponsored by West TN Healthcare Alexander Thompson Arnold PLLC Coyote Blues ING Financial Advisors Steve Little and Brad Little Murray GuardPersonnel Placements LLC West TN Business College

NOVEMBER 22Chamber Member Orientation8 am - 915 am or 2 pm - 315 pmThe ChamberEvent Details Orientation is not only for new members but for members who want to make the most of their membership as well Find out about the many pro-grams the Chamber offers and how you can be involved Refreshments will be served compliments of New Day Marketing Group amp Hometown Connection The orientation is free but advance registration is required by e-mailing Lisa Cothran or call at 423-2200 Sponsored by New Day Marketing Group amp Hometown Connection

DECEMBER 13Home Based Out of Town Ribbon Cutting3 pm - 4 pmThe ChamberEvent Details The Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting reception for its home based and out of town Chamber member businesses If your company has not had a chance to participate in a ribbon cutting because you are home based or out of Madison County now is your chance We will provide a table to showcase your company and light refreshments will be served The event is free Space is limited so reserve your spot now by e-mailing Lisa Cothran or calling at 423-2200

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DECEMBER 13Business After Hours5 pm - 7 pmRegions Bank 1861 N Highland AveEvent Details Network exchange business cards and enjoy hors drsquoouevres and door prizes Business After Hours is The Chamberrsquos largest networking event Cost Free to attend and advance registration is not requiredSponsored and hosted by Regions Bank

DECEMBER 1Women in Business Holiday Luncheon1130 am - 1 pmJackson Country Club 31 Jackson Country Club LaneCost $25 for Chamber members $35 non-membersEvent Details Ladies letrsquos lunch and learn at The Chamberrsquos Women in Business luncheon presented by First South Bank Attendees will enjoy a wonderful lunch fabulous door prizes and a great holiday program RSVP is required To register e-mail Brandy Stutsman or call at 423-2200 Sponsored by First South Bank Charter Business and West Tennessee Womenrsquos Center

Visit our website at wwwjacksontncom to learn more about Chamber events

Tennessee Department of Labor amp Workforce Development Commissioner Karla Davis announced that Tennalum in Jackson was chosen to receive the Commissionerrsquos Award of Excellence for Workplace Safety The award was given Wednesday August 3 at the 34th Annual Tennessee Safety and Health Congress held at the Gaylord Opryland in Nashville Tennessee Tennalum also received the Award in 2006 ldquoTennalum has demonstrated a strong commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplacerdquo said Davis who presented the Commissionerrsquos Award of Excellence to the company ldquoThe evaluation criteria for this award is challenging and this company has worked extremely hard to meet and exceed the standards the award requiresrdquo The Commissionerrsquos Award honors Tennessee employers and their employees who together have achieved a required number of hours worked without experiencing a lost workday case and have maintained total injury and illness incidence rates below the national average The number of hours required is based on the size of the company Tennalum a division of Kaiser Aluminum has 200 employees in the manufacturing of aluminum rod and bar products used primarily in aerospace and automotive applications The facility has qualified for the Commissionerrsquos Award by working more than 560000 hours without a lost-time injury The Tennessee Department of Labor amp Workforce Development Safety Awards Program is designed to stimulate interest in accident prevention and to promote safety The program recognizes manufacturing and construction firms throughout the state that achieve and maintain a safe and healthful workplace To obtain an application or additional information on the Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health (TOSHA) Safety Awards Program contact the safety grant manager in Nashville at (800) 325-9901 or (615) 741-5281

JACKSON INDUSTRIAL NEWSTennalum Receives Commissionerrsquos Safety Award

Paradoxe Corporation Awarded GATE Award For Trade Excellence at Governorrsquos Conference

Tennessee Govenor Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty announced in September that Mallory Alexander International Logistics LLC in Memphis Copperweld Bimetallics LLC in Fayetteville and Paradoxe Corporation in Jackson are the recipients of the Governorrsquos Awards for Trade Excellence (GATE) The GATE recognition honors large medium and small-size companies who have achieved excellence in engaging in global trade The winners were presented their award at the 58th Annual Governorrsquos Conference on Economic and Community Development on Friday September 23 during the Governorrsquos Luncheon

ldquoThese existing Tennessee businesses are showing Tennessee products and services can be successful in a global economyrdquo Haslam said ldquoThe GATE Award winners are to be congratulated for exploring new markets and seeing the opportunities available in a global marketplacerdquo The companies represent winners in three categories Mallory Alexander International Logistics LLC for the large company category Copperweld Bimetallics LLC for the medium company category and Paradoxe Corporation for the small company category Paradoxe Corporation specializes in electrical power transmission and distribution of energy and address three distinct segments electrical utilities industrial and construction and original equipment manufacturers The companyrsquos core geographical market is North America Central America and South America In 2010 95 percent of Paradoxe Corporationrsquos annual sales were attributed to exports ldquoI congratulate the GATE Award winners for successfully navigating the challenges and opportunities that the global marketplace can bringrdquo Hagerty said ldquoHaving spent much of my private sector career working with overseas markets I have a unique admiration for and understanding of the benefits of global trading and how it can help existing Tennessee companies expand and remain competitiverdquo

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3

Gerdau Mill Celebrates 30th Anniversary in Jackson The Gerdau mill in Jackson Tennessee originated as Florida Steelrsquos fifth steel mill in operation when it began melting and rolling steel in September 1981 Employees and their families were invited to the mill to celebrate the 30th anniversary ldquoThirty years in operation is a great achievement which I attribute largely to our dedicated work force and the long-standing support of the Jackson communityrdquo said Chris Ervin vice president and general manager of Gerdaursquos Jackson mill ldquoWe are grateful for our success and the opportunity to celebrate this important anniver-saryrdquo The Gerdau mill is one of the cityrsquos top 10 manufacturers employing approximately 360 people with an annual payroll of about $3588 million The Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce helped company leadership see the advantages of selecting Jackson for Florida Steelrsquos first location in Tennessee citing its great location for industry and superior transportation system ldquoWe were told the people in the area seemed to have an exceptionally strong work ethic and that turned out to be truerdquo said Bill Kipp human resources manager at the Gerdau mill ldquoWe have a significant number of em-ployees who have been with the company more that 20-plus years and close to 20 employees who have worked at the mill since the very first day in operationrdquo In addition to the companyrsquos involvement with the American Heart Association the Jackson mill has been a partner in education with North Side High School for 20 years Other social responsibility partners in the area include Jackson Symphony the STAR Centerrsquos Kidfest the Exchange Club and United Way

ABOVE (Left to Right) Jill Emerson PresidentCEO Paradoxe Corporation and Kim Mingledorff COO Director of Operations Paradoxe are recognized for their GATE from Commisioner Bill Hagerty at the 58th Annual Governorrsquos Conference

ABOVE (Left to Right) Sammy Stevens Tennalum Brian Melton Tennalum and Commissioner Karla Davis received the Commissionerrsquos Award for Excellence for Workplace Safety at the 34th Annual TN Safety and Health Congress

IfyouhaveindustrialnewsyoursquodliketosharetoTheChamberforpublicationpleasecontactMeganSealsCommunicationsCoordinatorat423-2200

Have News Yoursquod Like to Share to Us

The Chamber is proud to announce that Shelby Kee Marketing Director at Patriot Equity Credit Union

was picked as the October ldquoVolunteer of the Monthrdquo Kee serves as a Diplomat for the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce a group that works on the growth and retention of the existing membership base She is also on the U40 Young Professionals Committee ldquoKee joined the Diplomats group one year ago and has done a fantastic jobrdquo said Lisa Cothran Manager Membership Development ldquoShe has great follow-through and her positive attitude has made her an asset to the grouprdquo Along with serving as a Diplomat for The Chamber Kee has also volunteered for the Jackson Exchange Club where she served as committee member and event volunteer the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation as a 65 Roses committee member the Multiple Sclerosis MS Walk as team captain and on the Arthritis Foundation as a Jingle Bell Run team captain ldquoI believe that The Chamber plays an important role for enhancing our community and I want to do what I can to serverdquo Kee said

Shelby KeePatriot Equity Credit Union Marketing Director

VOLUNTEER Good News Jackson Goldrsquos Gym in Jackson was selected as a finalist for the Best Revitalization USInternational Award at the 2011 Goldrsquos Gym Convention Its selection as a finalist for the award recognizes its exemplary performance during the year and the Annual Awards Dinner gave the en-tire Goldrsquos Gym family an opportunity to celebrate their achievements Steve Roten Owner of Goldrsquos Gym in Jackson along with several staff members attended the award ceremony in Mandalay Bay Las Vegas For more information contact the Goldrsquos Gym Jackson location at 660-8888

ABOVE Derek Stonecipher Samantha Hollingsworth Lisa Evans Jennifer Roten and Steve Roten attended the Goldrsquos Gym Convention in Mandalay Bay Las Vegas

Tourism continues to be a leading industry in Tennessee and specifically in Madison County generating $14866 million in direct tourist spending and creating over 1600 jobs Shortly after his inauguration Governor Bill Haslam created a ldquoTourism Task Forcerdquo along with Tennessee Department of Tourist Development Commissioner Susan Whitaker with a goal of putting Tennessee into the top 10 states in terms of out-of-state travel spending Currently Tennessee is ranked 18th in the nation The three chairs of this committee include Jack Soden Elvis Presley Enterprises Ted Miller Dolly Parton Productions and Colin Reed Gaylord Entertainment The Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureaursquos Lori Nunnery will join 12 tourism leaders from across the state to strategize and identify goals to increase Tennessee tourism spending and job creation ldquoFirst of all I would like to thank Governor Haslam for the opportunity to serve on the Task Forcerdquo Nunnery said ldquoAppointment to this committee will give Jackson and West Tennessee a voice in the continued growth and development of Tennesseersquos tourism product Jackson is well positioned between Memphis and Nashville and itrsquos crucial for us to share our distinctive regionrsquos rural attributes to compliment the statersquos larger attractions and destinationsrdquo Nunnery will be meeting with West Tennessee various tourism partners to continue the conversation on a local level and will join the Task Force as it begins meeting in the upcoming weeks

Jacksonrsquos Lori Nunnery Appointed to Governor Haslamrsquos Tourism Task Force

97percentofyourChamberduesaretaxdeductibleasanordinaryandnecessarybusinessexpense

DID YOU KNOW

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Spotlight

PROMOTIONS ACCOMPLISHMENTS amp SPECIAL RECOGNITITONS

PROMOTIONS ACCOMPLISHMENTS amp SPECIAL RECOGNITITONS

Useful Tips for Small Business OwnersManagers

Workplace rudeness is one of the major complaints of customers and at the top of the list is the annoyance created by employees using the telephone improperly From an unfriendly greeting to being put on hold too long to an lsquounintelligiblersquo response by an employee many customers have a good reason to become a lsquoformer customerrsquo Here are some suggestions that may help to improve the telephone habits in your workplace

bull BEINGFRIENDLYThe first voice a person hears when calling your business will generally set the tone for a good business conversation SMILE when answering By being friendly and professional a lsquoPositiversquo impression is achievedbull SPEAKCLEARLYANDDISTINCTLYWhen answering the phone say your businessrsquos name followed by your name Donrsquot hurry the telephonemdashtake the time to clearly pronounce your name Also donrsquot speak while chewing gum eating or drinkingmdashit will slur your words and make the caller feel heshe is interrupting Above all DONrsquoT SHOUT into the phone but make sure your voice is loud enough to be heard by the callerbull LISTENINGDonrsquot use the phrase lsquoHOLD pleasersquo and then do so without waiting to hear the response from the caller It is always important to repeat pertinent information back to the caller to avoid confusion bull REMAINFOCUSEDWhile you are speaking to the customer donrsquot answer e-mail talk to someone nearby open mail or do other work If you are taking notes of the conversation on your computer advise the caller of this Nothing is more irritating to a caller than to hear the click of computer keys or whispered side conversationsbull KEEPTHECALLERINFORMEDShould you have to check on something for the caller inform that person of how long it should take and that you will place himher on hold The use of lsquoIt will take just a secondrsquo is not accurate Tell the caller it will take several minutes and offer to call back if they cannot hold bull PUTYOURENERGYINTOTHECALLIf you sound bored or tired on the phone the caller will consider you unprofessional and uninterested in assisting their request It sometimes is good to stand up when speaking as it may help you to breathe better and gain some energy and focusbull KEEPYOURVOICEMAILCURRENT If you cannot personally answer all calls make sure that your voice mail is just as professional and friendly as if you are there in person Always offer to have the caller leave a message asking for their name and number with a promise to return the call as soon as possible

By Ron Acree amp Joel Newman TSBDC

West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Centerhires new clinical audiologist West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center welcomes Dr Amanda Holley clinical audiologist to its staff Dr Holley is Board Certified in Audiology by the American Board Audiology As a doctoral level audiologist her background is in pediatrics Dr Holley specializes in Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) is fluent in American Sign Language and has a working knowledge of hearing aids She coordinates a ldquoHearing Loss Support Grouprdquo on Tuesday afternoons from 3 pm - 4 pm to provide education seminars to the public Dr Holley resides in Jackson with her family For an appointment with Dr Holley please contact West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center at 668-6076

West Tennessee Healthcare Wins Positive Images of Aging Award

West Tennessee Healthcare has been presented with the Positive Images of Aging Award by the Southeastern Aging Network The Network consists of eight southeastern states and the award was presented at their 38th annual SE4A Awards Luncheon in September in Memphis The Positive Images of Aging Award has been presented

annually since 1987 in recognition of groups or businesses that have presented a positive image of older adults to the public either through media campaigns or in their personnel or marketing policiesAccepting the award for West Tennessee Healthcare was Regina Smith Senior Services coordinator Smith is responsible for managing the Mature Advantage Club (MAC) for the system that includes mem-bership affiliates at all six hospitals ldquoWest Tennessee Healthcare cherishes our communityrsquos seniors and this award recognizes our commitment to maximizing the potential of the aging populationrdquo said Lisa Piercey MD Vice President of Hospital Services ldquoI am very proud of Regina and our Mature Advantage Club (MAC) for their vital contributions to the health and well-being of our arearsquos seniors by providing numerous screening educational and social events throughout the yearrdquo she continued

TOP AMBASSADORCongratulations to the Ambassador with perfect attendance HeathWilliamsGeorgeASmithampSons

StateUniversitycom ranks Union fourth in Tennessee Union University is the fourth-ranked university in Tennessee according to the third annual college rankings from StateUniversitycom Union follows Vanderbilt Rhodes and Sewanee in the ranking which is based on statistical analysis and comparison of studentfaculty ratio student retention test scores and other critical factors Nationally Union ranked 126th among the top 500 private colleges and universities Union was the third-ranked school in the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities behind Wheaton College and Calvin College In acknowledging his gratitude for the recognition Union President David S Dockery said ldquoIt is a joy each and every day to serve on the Union campus with such high quality faculty staff and students I congratulate each one of them for they are the reason for this lofty recognitionrdquo

The complete rankings are available at wwwstateuniversitycomrankscore_rankhtml

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Do You Have News To Share To The ChamberIf so email news about your company to Megan Seals

Communications Coordinator at msealsjacksontncom or call 423-2200

Promotions Accomplishments amp Special Recognititons

Commercial Bank and Trust is proud to announce the addition of Laura Byrd as Vice President of the bankrsquos Jackson operations Byrd will focus on medical banking and private banking and brings more than 26 years of experience in financial services in West Tennessee to Commercial Bank and Trust ldquoWe couldnrsquot be happier to have Laurardquo said Community President Monte Jones ldquoWersquove been admiring her work for years in the Jackson market and are proud that she is now on our team She is a wonderful asset to the community and we have no doubt that she will excel at our bankrdquo

Commercial Bank and Trust hires Vice President

West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation Announces Tigrett Award Winner

United States Senator Lamar Alexander was honored with the Tigrett Award at the 22nd Annual West Tennessee Healthcare Foundationrsquos Charity Gala on Saturday November 12 The Tigrett Award first given in 2006 was established to honor Jackson native John Burton Tigrett Tigrett was well known for his world renowned entrepreneurship and philanthropy The Tigrett Award was endowed by Fred Smith of Federal Express and serves to recognize a Tennessean who has greatly contributed to society through hisher talents and leadership locally nationally and abroad Past Tigrett Award recipients include Fashion Designer and Philanthropist Pat Kerr Tigrett United States Senator and Ambassador Howard Baker Actress Dixie Carter Television Personality Wink Martindale and Legendary singer Brenda Lee

FIRST SOUTH BANK ANNOUNCES NEW MORTGAGE DIVISION First South Bank recently announced the hiring of Sheila Greer as the bankrsquos mortgage division manager Greer brings over 24 years of past experience in the mortgage industry and over 31 years in the financial industry working with FHA Tennessee Housing Rural Development conventional and Veterans loans Greer will be responsible for developing relationships with local realtors builders and ensuring that the customerrsquos mortgage experience exceeds their expectations while continuing to grow the bankrsquos mortgage department She will be originating loans throughout West Tennessee Hunter Simmons PresidentCEO of First South Bank comments on the addition of Greer ldquoGreer has over 24 years of experience in assisting the people of West Tennessee realize their dream of home owner-shiprdquo Simmons said ldquoShe possesses the knowledge to ensure each customerrsquos needs are met while placing them into the proper mortgage loan We are excited to welcome Greer to our organizationrdquo

West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon The West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon Alice Cherqui MD DrCherqui earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch graduating with Honors From there she went on to complete an internship at the University of Kansas Medical Center a residency at the Louisiana Health Science Center Department of Neurosurgery and finally a Fellowship of the Complex Spine at the Medical College of Wisconsin Aside from completing numerous training courses DrCherqui has been published multiple times both in trade magazines and textbooks She also has given many presentations before colleagues and helped prepare several professional posters Furthermore Dr Cherqui received the Best Research Award from the Louisiana Neurosurgical Society in January 2009 DrCherqui is fluent in French and is currently an intermediate level student of Spanish To schedule an appointment with Dr Cherqui contact the West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center at 427-2877 or visit 700 West Forest Avenue Suite 200 in Jackson

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CompanyName Foundation Bank a division of McKenzie Banking Company Established 1934Location 1049 Union University DriveChambermembersince 2005NumberofEmployees 5 locally PhoneNumber554-2423OntheWeb wwwfoundationbankorg

Chad Wilson PresidentFoundation Bank

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosnewwithyourorganizationFoundationBank We were just ranked one of the top three ldquoMost Financially Secure Banks in the state of Tennesseerdquo by wwwseifriedbrewcom

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosthebiggestcommunityprojectyoursquoreworkingonrightnowFoundationBank Our bank invests thousands of dollars and hundreds of man hours into the Covenant Ranch in Paris Tenn This is a 100+ acre outdoor oriented retreat center whose goal is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the medium of creation Bow hunting skeet shooting and a corn maze are just a few of the avenues this non-profit organization utilizes

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquoshelpedyourorganizationbecomesuccessfulinourcommunityFoundationBank Being customer-centric We believe our sincere desire to find financial solutions for people focusing on people more than products resonates with the community we serve Success is a by product of our desire to serve others and invest in their financial futures

ChamberConnectionWhatdoesyourorganizationdothatmostpeopledonrsquotknowaboutFoundationBankWe offer a full-service bank We have a network of ATMrsquos we can do mortgage loans and we can even handle all of your investments What people may not realize is that we offer desk-side banking to preserve a warm inviting atmosphere in which to conduct your business People also may not know that we are a diversified bank that also offers accounts receivable financing and rent-to-own contract financing ChamberConnectionWhataresomerecentsuccessesyourorganizationhasexperiencedFoundationBank It was an incredible blessing to receive the Pinnacle Award two years ago in the Large Organization category Itrsquos also great to be ranked by seifriedbrewwcom as one of the most safe and secure banks in the state ChamberConnectionWhatchallengesdoesyourorganizationfaceFoundationBankThe challenges we face as an organization are the same as those that face the banking industry in general Ever-changing government regulations make it difficult to remain efficient in operations and fee-friendly for customers ChamberConnectionWhataresomeofthefuturegoalsofyourorganizationFoundationBank To be a total financial solutions provider shattering the paradigm of typical banking to continue growing with a marathon mentality and to continue to invest a good portion of our profits in worthwhile causes

ChamberConnectionArethereanythingswedidnrsquotaskthatyouwouldliketoshareFoundationBank People may not realize that we are based out of McKenzie We are not a new bank we are a 77-year-old bank that is family owned and operated

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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

AllergyampAsthmaCareDr Alan DeJarnatt464 N Parkway Ste DJackson TN 38305(731) 660-0138wwwallergymemphiscomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

AngiersquosBookAtticAngie Shearon368 N Parkway Ste 4Jackson TN 38305 (731) 256-1769wwwangiesbookatticcomCategory Book Dealers Stores amp Depositories

DartsCarts-GolfCartSalesampServiceTrad Longeway2142 Westover Rd Jackson TN 38301(731) 300-0252wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Cart-Sales andor Service

ElementsSalonLesley Buchanan100-F Vann DrJackson TN 38305(731) 668-6130Category Beauty Salons

FarmBureauInsuranceSteve Neil1385 S Highland Ave Ste B4Jackson TN 38301(731) 427-9678wwwfbitncomCategory Insurance

HubCityBicycleCoIncAdrian Parchman621 Old Hickory Blvd Ste LJackson TN 38305(731) 554-2453wwwhubcitybicyclecomCategory Bicycles

MagsandLuLuMaggie Herndon189-B W University Pkwy Jackson TN 38305(731) 661-1530Category Clothing - Children

MaplewoodHealthCareCenterBob Herring100 Cherrywood Place Jackson TN 38305(731) 668-1900wwwgracehccomCategory Nursing Homes

PoprsquosMusicChris McCrudden180 Old Hickory Blvd Ste KJackson TN 38305(731) 660-9995wwwpopsmusicbiz Category Music-Sales andor Service RedRobinGourmetBurgersShane Alexander 1025 Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305 (731) 664-1940wwwredrobincom Category Restaurants

WilksDugoutScott Wilkinson1081 Vann Dr Ste 105Jackson TN 38305(731) 664-6726Category Sports Team Apparel-Retail

VanickGroupLLCMelissa Holley6555 Quince Rd Ste 101 Memphis TN 38119(901) 334-5000wwwvanickcomCategory Website Development

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

SeptemberNewMembers

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CampaignCo-opJenci SpradlinPO Box 3781Jackson TN 38303(731) 225-6848Category Marketing

ElementALHoldingsLLCMark Mantooth2410 Dr F E Wright DrJackson TN 38305(731) 554-1660Category Manufacturing

FoxCollectionCenterAnne Coffman64 Lynoak CoveJackson TN 38305(731) 660-1099wwwfoxcollectioncomCategory Collection Agencies

GetWellFamilyClinicLaura Farhat MSN FNP-BC375A Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305(731) 300-0770wwwgetwellfamilycliniccomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

HydroRejuvenationMedispaCathy Wallace-Jennings164-A W University PkwyJackson TN 38305(731) 215-1135wwwhydrorejuvenationmedispacomCategory Health and Wellness

JacksonDieCastingLLCJimmy Tapp825 Lower Brownsville RdJackson TN 38301(731) 427-9676wwwkey3castingcomCategory Manufacturing

JimGurleySalesJim Gurley1985 Campbell St Ste E36Jackson TN 38301(731) 422-2400wwwjimgurleysaleslogomallcomCategory Advertising Specialties

PeopleLinkStaffingSolutionsRenee Sappington2097 N Parkway Ste 102Jackson TN 38305(731) 265-4844wwwpeoplelinkstaffingcomCategory Employment Agencies

PerspectiveTalkRadioMonique GrantPO Box 10401Jackson TN 38301(888) 981-2444wwwperspectivetalkradioinfoCategory Radio Stations

QuiznosSubNicolaas Peters1083 Vann Dr Ste 100Jackson TN 38305(731) 660-9997wwwquiznoscomCategory Restaurants

StanleySteemerofJacksonDavid Smith443 Riverside Dr Jackson TN 38301 (731) 423-5533wwwsteemercomCategory Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaning

TheDixieCarterPerformingArtsandEnrichmentCenterLori Neal Nolen191 Court SquareHuntingdon TN 38344(731) 986-2100wwwdixiepacnetCategory Tourist Attractions

WhatrsquosAroundTownYancey PettigrewPO Box 10702Jackson TN 38308(731) 256-7899wwwWATJacksonTNcom Category Advertising - Media

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

OctoberNewMembers

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A-1 Chemical ProductsAll Seasons Refrigeration LLCAllegra Print amp ImagingAllen amp HoshallAlpha Omega Food LLCAramarkArmstrong Hardwood Flooring CompanyAshley Furniture HomestoreBoomerNation BandBoys amp Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County IncBumpus Harley-Davidson of JacksonCantrell Construction Co IncCharleston Catering Company Backyard BarbequeChristensen PhotographicsCongregation BrsquoNai IsraelCustomediaDesigns by JulieElegant EventsEpilepsy Foundation of Middle amp West TNFarm BureauFelecia BellaFiberfoil Insulation CoFlatiron Grille and BistroFowler Construction LLCGeisler Young LLCGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee IncGoSmallBizGrainger Industrial SupplyHayes amp Sons Construction LPHays Plumbing Heating amp Air Conditioning IncHollman Construction Co IncHome Master GroupHVAC Design amp Build SystemsING Financial Advisers LLCIntegrated Corporate SolutionsJackson Generals Baseball ClubJackson Industrial SalesJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Overhead DoorJackson Rotary ClubJarvis Caster Company

JC AudioJimmy Meeks Electric ServiceKarnes Legal ServiceKendall Electric IncKing amp King PLCKiwanis Club of JacksonKyrus Print SolutionsLawrence amp Company CPArsquosLawrence Sorensen Funeral Home IncMadison Men IncMarch of DimesMcLemore amp McLemore PAMighty Product Center IncMiss OlliersquosMobile Document DestructionMOST INCMrs Winners Chicken amp Biscuits Nancy L Choate Attorney at LawNorthbrooke Health Care CenterNorthside Animal Clinic PCNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkOffice Depot 509Office Interiors of JacksonPepsi Beverages CompanyPicasso Bistro PizzeriaPratt Ind (USA) Corrugating DivR amp J Feed Supply Company IncReeds JewelersRobertrsquos JewelersRon Darby-State Farm InsuranceSignaturersquos BoutiqueSipes amp Seaton CPASnagMobSnap FitnessSouthern Concrete ProductsSouthern Lithoplate IncSouthwest FundingStability Growth Solutions LLCSteele Martin Jones amp Company PLCSunrise Recycling ServicesTennessee Community Services AgencyThe Childrenrsquos Clinic PAThe Greer CampaignThe Holy Smoker

The Neely HouseThomas Glass CoThompson amp Smith LLCTotal EscapesTulip Tree Wedding ChapelVaughan Associates Architects IncVineyards Gifts IncVolunteer Management amp Development Co IncWest Madison Senior Citizens CenterWest Tennessee ENT ClinicWest Tennessee Plan RoomWoodrsquos Custom FloorsWorkForce Essentials

SEPTEMBER RENEWING MEMBERS

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A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

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UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

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1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

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Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 2: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS AttendNetworkLearn

197 Auditorium StreetJackson TN 38301

Phone 731-423-2200

Kyle Spurgeon PresidentCEOkspurgeonjacksontncom

Tammy Boyd Chief Administrative Officertboydjacksontncom

Lisa Cothran Manager Membership Development

lcothranjacksontncom

Shirley Jones Vice President Public Affairs

sajonesjacksontncom

Lori Nunnery Executive Director Convention amp Visitors Bureau

lnunneryjacksontncom

Beth Parnell Manager of Eventsbparnelljacksontncom

Denise Perry Receptionistdperryjacksontncom

Ryan Porter Vice President Strategic Initiatives and General Counsel

rporterjacksontncom

Judy Renshaw Sr Vice President Business amp Community Services

jrenshawjacksontncom

Megan Seals Communications Coordinator

msealsjacksontncom

Brandy Stutsman Administrative Assistant

Business Services amp West Tennessee Business Resource Centerbstutsmanjacksontncom

Carolyn Vaughan Membership Development Coordinatorcvaughanjacksontncom

Joyce Welch Executive Assistantjwelchjacksontncom

Mandy White Vice President Research amp Economic Development

mwhitejacksontncom

Jackson Area Chamber Of CommerceSTAFF DIRECTORY

Stay Connectedwith the

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NOVEMBER 18U40 Young Professionals1130 am- 1 pmCoyote Blues 541 Wiley Parker RoadCost $15 for Chamber members $25 non-members

Event Details This gathering will be all about networking Presented by ActionCOACH Steve Pitcairn attendees will learn tips on effective ways to network Also enjoy a wonderful lunch and a chance to win door prizes RSVP is required To register e-mail Brandy Stutsman

or call at 423-2200 Sponsored by West TN Healthcare Alexander Thompson Arnold PLLC Coyote Blues ING Financial Advisors Steve Little and Brad Little Murray GuardPersonnel Placements LLC West TN Business College

NOVEMBER 22Chamber Member Orientation8 am - 915 am or 2 pm - 315 pmThe ChamberEvent Details Orientation is not only for new members but for members who want to make the most of their membership as well Find out about the many pro-grams the Chamber offers and how you can be involved Refreshments will be served compliments of New Day Marketing Group amp Hometown Connection The orientation is free but advance registration is required by e-mailing Lisa Cothran or call at 423-2200 Sponsored by New Day Marketing Group amp Hometown Connection

DECEMBER 13Home Based Out of Town Ribbon Cutting3 pm - 4 pmThe ChamberEvent Details The Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting reception for its home based and out of town Chamber member businesses If your company has not had a chance to participate in a ribbon cutting because you are home based or out of Madison County now is your chance We will provide a table to showcase your company and light refreshments will be served The event is free Space is limited so reserve your spot now by e-mailing Lisa Cothran or calling at 423-2200

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DECEMBER 13Business After Hours5 pm - 7 pmRegions Bank 1861 N Highland AveEvent Details Network exchange business cards and enjoy hors drsquoouevres and door prizes Business After Hours is The Chamberrsquos largest networking event Cost Free to attend and advance registration is not requiredSponsored and hosted by Regions Bank

DECEMBER 1Women in Business Holiday Luncheon1130 am - 1 pmJackson Country Club 31 Jackson Country Club LaneCost $25 for Chamber members $35 non-membersEvent Details Ladies letrsquos lunch and learn at The Chamberrsquos Women in Business luncheon presented by First South Bank Attendees will enjoy a wonderful lunch fabulous door prizes and a great holiday program RSVP is required To register e-mail Brandy Stutsman or call at 423-2200 Sponsored by First South Bank Charter Business and West Tennessee Womenrsquos Center

Visit our website at wwwjacksontncom to learn more about Chamber events

Tennessee Department of Labor amp Workforce Development Commissioner Karla Davis announced that Tennalum in Jackson was chosen to receive the Commissionerrsquos Award of Excellence for Workplace Safety The award was given Wednesday August 3 at the 34th Annual Tennessee Safety and Health Congress held at the Gaylord Opryland in Nashville Tennessee Tennalum also received the Award in 2006 ldquoTennalum has demonstrated a strong commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplacerdquo said Davis who presented the Commissionerrsquos Award of Excellence to the company ldquoThe evaluation criteria for this award is challenging and this company has worked extremely hard to meet and exceed the standards the award requiresrdquo The Commissionerrsquos Award honors Tennessee employers and their employees who together have achieved a required number of hours worked without experiencing a lost workday case and have maintained total injury and illness incidence rates below the national average The number of hours required is based on the size of the company Tennalum a division of Kaiser Aluminum has 200 employees in the manufacturing of aluminum rod and bar products used primarily in aerospace and automotive applications The facility has qualified for the Commissionerrsquos Award by working more than 560000 hours without a lost-time injury The Tennessee Department of Labor amp Workforce Development Safety Awards Program is designed to stimulate interest in accident prevention and to promote safety The program recognizes manufacturing and construction firms throughout the state that achieve and maintain a safe and healthful workplace To obtain an application or additional information on the Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health (TOSHA) Safety Awards Program contact the safety grant manager in Nashville at (800) 325-9901 or (615) 741-5281

JACKSON INDUSTRIAL NEWSTennalum Receives Commissionerrsquos Safety Award

Paradoxe Corporation Awarded GATE Award For Trade Excellence at Governorrsquos Conference

Tennessee Govenor Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty announced in September that Mallory Alexander International Logistics LLC in Memphis Copperweld Bimetallics LLC in Fayetteville and Paradoxe Corporation in Jackson are the recipients of the Governorrsquos Awards for Trade Excellence (GATE) The GATE recognition honors large medium and small-size companies who have achieved excellence in engaging in global trade The winners were presented their award at the 58th Annual Governorrsquos Conference on Economic and Community Development on Friday September 23 during the Governorrsquos Luncheon

ldquoThese existing Tennessee businesses are showing Tennessee products and services can be successful in a global economyrdquo Haslam said ldquoThe GATE Award winners are to be congratulated for exploring new markets and seeing the opportunities available in a global marketplacerdquo The companies represent winners in three categories Mallory Alexander International Logistics LLC for the large company category Copperweld Bimetallics LLC for the medium company category and Paradoxe Corporation for the small company category Paradoxe Corporation specializes in electrical power transmission and distribution of energy and address three distinct segments electrical utilities industrial and construction and original equipment manufacturers The companyrsquos core geographical market is North America Central America and South America In 2010 95 percent of Paradoxe Corporationrsquos annual sales were attributed to exports ldquoI congratulate the GATE Award winners for successfully navigating the challenges and opportunities that the global marketplace can bringrdquo Hagerty said ldquoHaving spent much of my private sector career working with overseas markets I have a unique admiration for and understanding of the benefits of global trading and how it can help existing Tennessee companies expand and remain competitiverdquo

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3

Gerdau Mill Celebrates 30th Anniversary in Jackson The Gerdau mill in Jackson Tennessee originated as Florida Steelrsquos fifth steel mill in operation when it began melting and rolling steel in September 1981 Employees and their families were invited to the mill to celebrate the 30th anniversary ldquoThirty years in operation is a great achievement which I attribute largely to our dedicated work force and the long-standing support of the Jackson communityrdquo said Chris Ervin vice president and general manager of Gerdaursquos Jackson mill ldquoWe are grateful for our success and the opportunity to celebrate this important anniver-saryrdquo The Gerdau mill is one of the cityrsquos top 10 manufacturers employing approximately 360 people with an annual payroll of about $3588 million The Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce helped company leadership see the advantages of selecting Jackson for Florida Steelrsquos first location in Tennessee citing its great location for industry and superior transportation system ldquoWe were told the people in the area seemed to have an exceptionally strong work ethic and that turned out to be truerdquo said Bill Kipp human resources manager at the Gerdau mill ldquoWe have a significant number of em-ployees who have been with the company more that 20-plus years and close to 20 employees who have worked at the mill since the very first day in operationrdquo In addition to the companyrsquos involvement with the American Heart Association the Jackson mill has been a partner in education with North Side High School for 20 years Other social responsibility partners in the area include Jackson Symphony the STAR Centerrsquos Kidfest the Exchange Club and United Way

ABOVE (Left to Right) Jill Emerson PresidentCEO Paradoxe Corporation and Kim Mingledorff COO Director of Operations Paradoxe are recognized for their GATE from Commisioner Bill Hagerty at the 58th Annual Governorrsquos Conference

ABOVE (Left to Right) Sammy Stevens Tennalum Brian Melton Tennalum and Commissioner Karla Davis received the Commissionerrsquos Award for Excellence for Workplace Safety at the 34th Annual TN Safety and Health Congress

IfyouhaveindustrialnewsyoursquodliketosharetoTheChamberforpublicationpleasecontactMeganSealsCommunicationsCoordinatorat423-2200

Have News Yoursquod Like to Share to Us

The Chamber is proud to announce that Shelby Kee Marketing Director at Patriot Equity Credit Union

was picked as the October ldquoVolunteer of the Monthrdquo Kee serves as a Diplomat for the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce a group that works on the growth and retention of the existing membership base She is also on the U40 Young Professionals Committee ldquoKee joined the Diplomats group one year ago and has done a fantastic jobrdquo said Lisa Cothran Manager Membership Development ldquoShe has great follow-through and her positive attitude has made her an asset to the grouprdquo Along with serving as a Diplomat for The Chamber Kee has also volunteered for the Jackson Exchange Club where she served as committee member and event volunteer the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation as a 65 Roses committee member the Multiple Sclerosis MS Walk as team captain and on the Arthritis Foundation as a Jingle Bell Run team captain ldquoI believe that The Chamber plays an important role for enhancing our community and I want to do what I can to serverdquo Kee said

Shelby KeePatriot Equity Credit Union Marketing Director

VOLUNTEER Good News Jackson Goldrsquos Gym in Jackson was selected as a finalist for the Best Revitalization USInternational Award at the 2011 Goldrsquos Gym Convention Its selection as a finalist for the award recognizes its exemplary performance during the year and the Annual Awards Dinner gave the en-tire Goldrsquos Gym family an opportunity to celebrate their achievements Steve Roten Owner of Goldrsquos Gym in Jackson along with several staff members attended the award ceremony in Mandalay Bay Las Vegas For more information contact the Goldrsquos Gym Jackson location at 660-8888

ABOVE Derek Stonecipher Samantha Hollingsworth Lisa Evans Jennifer Roten and Steve Roten attended the Goldrsquos Gym Convention in Mandalay Bay Las Vegas

Tourism continues to be a leading industry in Tennessee and specifically in Madison County generating $14866 million in direct tourist spending and creating over 1600 jobs Shortly after his inauguration Governor Bill Haslam created a ldquoTourism Task Forcerdquo along with Tennessee Department of Tourist Development Commissioner Susan Whitaker with a goal of putting Tennessee into the top 10 states in terms of out-of-state travel spending Currently Tennessee is ranked 18th in the nation The three chairs of this committee include Jack Soden Elvis Presley Enterprises Ted Miller Dolly Parton Productions and Colin Reed Gaylord Entertainment The Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureaursquos Lori Nunnery will join 12 tourism leaders from across the state to strategize and identify goals to increase Tennessee tourism spending and job creation ldquoFirst of all I would like to thank Governor Haslam for the opportunity to serve on the Task Forcerdquo Nunnery said ldquoAppointment to this committee will give Jackson and West Tennessee a voice in the continued growth and development of Tennesseersquos tourism product Jackson is well positioned between Memphis and Nashville and itrsquos crucial for us to share our distinctive regionrsquos rural attributes to compliment the statersquos larger attractions and destinationsrdquo Nunnery will be meeting with West Tennessee various tourism partners to continue the conversation on a local level and will join the Task Force as it begins meeting in the upcoming weeks

Jacksonrsquos Lori Nunnery Appointed to Governor Haslamrsquos Tourism Task Force

97percentofyourChamberduesaretaxdeductibleasanordinaryandnecessarybusinessexpense

DID YOU KNOW

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Spotlight

PROMOTIONS ACCOMPLISHMENTS amp SPECIAL RECOGNITITONS

PROMOTIONS ACCOMPLISHMENTS amp SPECIAL RECOGNITITONS

Useful Tips for Small Business OwnersManagers

Workplace rudeness is one of the major complaints of customers and at the top of the list is the annoyance created by employees using the telephone improperly From an unfriendly greeting to being put on hold too long to an lsquounintelligiblersquo response by an employee many customers have a good reason to become a lsquoformer customerrsquo Here are some suggestions that may help to improve the telephone habits in your workplace

bull BEINGFRIENDLYThe first voice a person hears when calling your business will generally set the tone for a good business conversation SMILE when answering By being friendly and professional a lsquoPositiversquo impression is achievedbull SPEAKCLEARLYANDDISTINCTLYWhen answering the phone say your businessrsquos name followed by your name Donrsquot hurry the telephonemdashtake the time to clearly pronounce your name Also donrsquot speak while chewing gum eating or drinkingmdashit will slur your words and make the caller feel heshe is interrupting Above all DONrsquoT SHOUT into the phone but make sure your voice is loud enough to be heard by the callerbull LISTENINGDonrsquot use the phrase lsquoHOLD pleasersquo and then do so without waiting to hear the response from the caller It is always important to repeat pertinent information back to the caller to avoid confusion bull REMAINFOCUSEDWhile you are speaking to the customer donrsquot answer e-mail talk to someone nearby open mail or do other work If you are taking notes of the conversation on your computer advise the caller of this Nothing is more irritating to a caller than to hear the click of computer keys or whispered side conversationsbull KEEPTHECALLERINFORMEDShould you have to check on something for the caller inform that person of how long it should take and that you will place himher on hold The use of lsquoIt will take just a secondrsquo is not accurate Tell the caller it will take several minutes and offer to call back if they cannot hold bull PUTYOURENERGYINTOTHECALLIf you sound bored or tired on the phone the caller will consider you unprofessional and uninterested in assisting their request It sometimes is good to stand up when speaking as it may help you to breathe better and gain some energy and focusbull KEEPYOURVOICEMAILCURRENT If you cannot personally answer all calls make sure that your voice mail is just as professional and friendly as if you are there in person Always offer to have the caller leave a message asking for their name and number with a promise to return the call as soon as possible

By Ron Acree amp Joel Newman TSBDC

West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Centerhires new clinical audiologist West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center welcomes Dr Amanda Holley clinical audiologist to its staff Dr Holley is Board Certified in Audiology by the American Board Audiology As a doctoral level audiologist her background is in pediatrics Dr Holley specializes in Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) is fluent in American Sign Language and has a working knowledge of hearing aids She coordinates a ldquoHearing Loss Support Grouprdquo on Tuesday afternoons from 3 pm - 4 pm to provide education seminars to the public Dr Holley resides in Jackson with her family For an appointment with Dr Holley please contact West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center at 668-6076

West Tennessee Healthcare Wins Positive Images of Aging Award

West Tennessee Healthcare has been presented with the Positive Images of Aging Award by the Southeastern Aging Network The Network consists of eight southeastern states and the award was presented at their 38th annual SE4A Awards Luncheon in September in Memphis The Positive Images of Aging Award has been presented

annually since 1987 in recognition of groups or businesses that have presented a positive image of older adults to the public either through media campaigns or in their personnel or marketing policiesAccepting the award for West Tennessee Healthcare was Regina Smith Senior Services coordinator Smith is responsible for managing the Mature Advantage Club (MAC) for the system that includes mem-bership affiliates at all six hospitals ldquoWest Tennessee Healthcare cherishes our communityrsquos seniors and this award recognizes our commitment to maximizing the potential of the aging populationrdquo said Lisa Piercey MD Vice President of Hospital Services ldquoI am very proud of Regina and our Mature Advantage Club (MAC) for their vital contributions to the health and well-being of our arearsquos seniors by providing numerous screening educational and social events throughout the yearrdquo she continued

TOP AMBASSADORCongratulations to the Ambassador with perfect attendance HeathWilliamsGeorgeASmithampSons

StateUniversitycom ranks Union fourth in Tennessee Union University is the fourth-ranked university in Tennessee according to the third annual college rankings from StateUniversitycom Union follows Vanderbilt Rhodes and Sewanee in the ranking which is based on statistical analysis and comparison of studentfaculty ratio student retention test scores and other critical factors Nationally Union ranked 126th among the top 500 private colleges and universities Union was the third-ranked school in the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities behind Wheaton College and Calvin College In acknowledging his gratitude for the recognition Union President David S Dockery said ldquoIt is a joy each and every day to serve on the Union campus with such high quality faculty staff and students I congratulate each one of them for they are the reason for this lofty recognitionrdquo

The complete rankings are available at wwwstateuniversitycomrankscore_rankhtml

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5

Do You Have News To Share To The ChamberIf so email news about your company to Megan Seals

Communications Coordinator at msealsjacksontncom or call 423-2200

Promotions Accomplishments amp Special Recognititons

Commercial Bank and Trust is proud to announce the addition of Laura Byrd as Vice President of the bankrsquos Jackson operations Byrd will focus on medical banking and private banking and brings more than 26 years of experience in financial services in West Tennessee to Commercial Bank and Trust ldquoWe couldnrsquot be happier to have Laurardquo said Community President Monte Jones ldquoWersquove been admiring her work for years in the Jackson market and are proud that she is now on our team She is a wonderful asset to the community and we have no doubt that she will excel at our bankrdquo

Commercial Bank and Trust hires Vice President

West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation Announces Tigrett Award Winner

United States Senator Lamar Alexander was honored with the Tigrett Award at the 22nd Annual West Tennessee Healthcare Foundationrsquos Charity Gala on Saturday November 12 The Tigrett Award first given in 2006 was established to honor Jackson native John Burton Tigrett Tigrett was well known for his world renowned entrepreneurship and philanthropy The Tigrett Award was endowed by Fred Smith of Federal Express and serves to recognize a Tennessean who has greatly contributed to society through hisher talents and leadership locally nationally and abroad Past Tigrett Award recipients include Fashion Designer and Philanthropist Pat Kerr Tigrett United States Senator and Ambassador Howard Baker Actress Dixie Carter Television Personality Wink Martindale and Legendary singer Brenda Lee

FIRST SOUTH BANK ANNOUNCES NEW MORTGAGE DIVISION First South Bank recently announced the hiring of Sheila Greer as the bankrsquos mortgage division manager Greer brings over 24 years of past experience in the mortgage industry and over 31 years in the financial industry working with FHA Tennessee Housing Rural Development conventional and Veterans loans Greer will be responsible for developing relationships with local realtors builders and ensuring that the customerrsquos mortgage experience exceeds their expectations while continuing to grow the bankrsquos mortgage department She will be originating loans throughout West Tennessee Hunter Simmons PresidentCEO of First South Bank comments on the addition of Greer ldquoGreer has over 24 years of experience in assisting the people of West Tennessee realize their dream of home owner-shiprdquo Simmons said ldquoShe possesses the knowledge to ensure each customerrsquos needs are met while placing them into the proper mortgage loan We are excited to welcome Greer to our organizationrdquo

West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon The West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon Alice Cherqui MD DrCherqui earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch graduating with Honors From there she went on to complete an internship at the University of Kansas Medical Center a residency at the Louisiana Health Science Center Department of Neurosurgery and finally a Fellowship of the Complex Spine at the Medical College of Wisconsin Aside from completing numerous training courses DrCherqui has been published multiple times both in trade magazines and textbooks She also has given many presentations before colleagues and helped prepare several professional posters Furthermore Dr Cherqui received the Best Research Award from the Louisiana Neurosurgical Society in January 2009 DrCherqui is fluent in French and is currently an intermediate level student of Spanish To schedule an appointment with Dr Cherqui contact the West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center at 427-2877 or visit 700 West Forest Avenue Suite 200 in Jackson

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6

CompanyName Foundation Bank a division of McKenzie Banking Company Established 1934Location 1049 Union University DriveChambermembersince 2005NumberofEmployees 5 locally PhoneNumber554-2423OntheWeb wwwfoundationbankorg

Chad Wilson PresidentFoundation Bank

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosnewwithyourorganizationFoundationBank We were just ranked one of the top three ldquoMost Financially Secure Banks in the state of Tennesseerdquo by wwwseifriedbrewcom

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosthebiggestcommunityprojectyoursquoreworkingonrightnowFoundationBank Our bank invests thousands of dollars and hundreds of man hours into the Covenant Ranch in Paris Tenn This is a 100+ acre outdoor oriented retreat center whose goal is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the medium of creation Bow hunting skeet shooting and a corn maze are just a few of the avenues this non-profit organization utilizes

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquoshelpedyourorganizationbecomesuccessfulinourcommunityFoundationBank Being customer-centric We believe our sincere desire to find financial solutions for people focusing on people more than products resonates with the community we serve Success is a by product of our desire to serve others and invest in their financial futures

ChamberConnectionWhatdoesyourorganizationdothatmostpeopledonrsquotknowaboutFoundationBankWe offer a full-service bank We have a network of ATMrsquos we can do mortgage loans and we can even handle all of your investments What people may not realize is that we offer desk-side banking to preserve a warm inviting atmosphere in which to conduct your business People also may not know that we are a diversified bank that also offers accounts receivable financing and rent-to-own contract financing ChamberConnectionWhataresomerecentsuccessesyourorganizationhasexperiencedFoundationBank It was an incredible blessing to receive the Pinnacle Award two years ago in the Large Organization category Itrsquos also great to be ranked by seifriedbrewwcom as one of the most safe and secure banks in the state ChamberConnectionWhatchallengesdoesyourorganizationfaceFoundationBankThe challenges we face as an organization are the same as those that face the banking industry in general Ever-changing government regulations make it difficult to remain efficient in operations and fee-friendly for customers ChamberConnectionWhataresomeofthefuturegoalsofyourorganizationFoundationBank To be a total financial solutions provider shattering the paradigm of typical banking to continue growing with a marathon mentality and to continue to invest a good portion of our profits in worthwhile causes

ChamberConnectionArethereanythingswedidnrsquotaskthatyouwouldliketoshareFoundationBank People may not realize that we are based out of McKenzie We are not a new bank we are a 77-year-old bank that is family owned and operated

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7

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

AllergyampAsthmaCareDr Alan DeJarnatt464 N Parkway Ste DJackson TN 38305(731) 660-0138wwwallergymemphiscomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

AngiersquosBookAtticAngie Shearon368 N Parkway Ste 4Jackson TN 38305 (731) 256-1769wwwangiesbookatticcomCategory Book Dealers Stores amp Depositories

DartsCarts-GolfCartSalesampServiceTrad Longeway2142 Westover Rd Jackson TN 38301(731) 300-0252wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Cart-Sales andor Service

ElementsSalonLesley Buchanan100-F Vann DrJackson TN 38305(731) 668-6130Category Beauty Salons

FarmBureauInsuranceSteve Neil1385 S Highland Ave Ste B4Jackson TN 38301(731) 427-9678wwwfbitncomCategory Insurance

HubCityBicycleCoIncAdrian Parchman621 Old Hickory Blvd Ste LJackson TN 38305(731) 554-2453wwwhubcitybicyclecomCategory Bicycles

MagsandLuLuMaggie Herndon189-B W University Pkwy Jackson TN 38305(731) 661-1530Category Clothing - Children

MaplewoodHealthCareCenterBob Herring100 Cherrywood Place Jackson TN 38305(731) 668-1900wwwgracehccomCategory Nursing Homes

PoprsquosMusicChris McCrudden180 Old Hickory Blvd Ste KJackson TN 38305(731) 660-9995wwwpopsmusicbiz Category Music-Sales andor Service RedRobinGourmetBurgersShane Alexander 1025 Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305 (731) 664-1940wwwredrobincom Category Restaurants

WilksDugoutScott Wilkinson1081 Vann Dr Ste 105Jackson TN 38305(731) 664-6726Category Sports Team Apparel-Retail

VanickGroupLLCMelissa Holley6555 Quince Rd Ste 101 Memphis TN 38119(901) 334-5000wwwvanickcomCategory Website Development

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

SeptemberNewMembers

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CampaignCo-opJenci SpradlinPO Box 3781Jackson TN 38303(731) 225-6848Category Marketing

ElementALHoldingsLLCMark Mantooth2410 Dr F E Wright DrJackson TN 38305(731) 554-1660Category Manufacturing

FoxCollectionCenterAnne Coffman64 Lynoak CoveJackson TN 38305(731) 660-1099wwwfoxcollectioncomCategory Collection Agencies

GetWellFamilyClinicLaura Farhat MSN FNP-BC375A Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305(731) 300-0770wwwgetwellfamilycliniccomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

HydroRejuvenationMedispaCathy Wallace-Jennings164-A W University PkwyJackson TN 38305(731) 215-1135wwwhydrorejuvenationmedispacomCategory Health and Wellness

JacksonDieCastingLLCJimmy Tapp825 Lower Brownsville RdJackson TN 38301(731) 427-9676wwwkey3castingcomCategory Manufacturing

JimGurleySalesJim Gurley1985 Campbell St Ste E36Jackson TN 38301(731) 422-2400wwwjimgurleysaleslogomallcomCategory Advertising Specialties

PeopleLinkStaffingSolutionsRenee Sappington2097 N Parkway Ste 102Jackson TN 38305(731) 265-4844wwwpeoplelinkstaffingcomCategory Employment Agencies

PerspectiveTalkRadioMonique GrantPO Box 10401Jackson TN 38301(888) 981-2444wwwperspectivetalkradioinfoCategory Radio Stations

QuiznosSubNicolaas Peters1083 Vann Dr Ste 100Jackson TN 38305(731) 660-9997wwwquiznoscomCategory Restaurants

StanleySteemerofJacksonDavid Smith443 Riverside Dr Jackson TN 38301 (731) 423-5533wwwsteemercomCategory Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaning

TheDixieCarterPerformingArtsandEnrichmentCenterLori Neal Nolen191 Court SquareHuntingdon TN 38344(731) 986-2100wwwdixiepacnetCategory Tourist Attractions

WhatrsquosAroundTownYancey PettigrewPO Box 10702Jackson TN 38308(731) 256-7899wwwWATJacksonTNcom Category Advertising - Media

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

OctoberNewMembers

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A-1 Chemical ProductsAll Seasons Refrigeration LLCAllegra Print amp ImagingAllen amp HoshallAlpha Omega Food LLCAramarkArmstrong Hardwood Flooring CompanyAshley Furniture HomestoreBoomerNation BandBoys amp Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County IncBumpus Harley-Davidson of JacksonCantrell Construction Co IncCharleston Catering Company Backyard BarbequeChristensen PhotographicsCongregation BrsquoNai IsraelCustomediaDesigns by JulieElegant EventsEpilepsy Foundation of Middle amp West TNFarm BureauFelecia BellaFiberfoil Insulation CoFlatiron Grille and BistroFowler Construction LLCGeisler Young LLCGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee IncGoSmallBizGrainger Industrial SupplyHayes amp Sons Construction LPHays Plumbing Heating amp Air Conditioning IncHollman Construction Co IncHome Master GroupHVAC Design amp Build SystemsING Financial Advisers LLCIntegrated Corporate SolutionsJackson Generals Baseball ClubJackson Industrial SalesJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Overhead DoorJackson Rotary ClubJarvis Caster Company

JC AudioJimmy Meeks Electric ServiceKarnes Legal ServiceKendall Electric IncKing amp King PLCKiwanis Club of JacksonKyrus Print SolutionsLawrence amp Company CPArsquosLawrence Sorensen Funeral Home IncMadison Men IncMarch of DimesMcLemore amp McLemore PAMighty Product Center IncMiss OlliersquosMobile Document DestructionMOST INCMrs Winners Chicken amp Biscuits Nancy L Choate Attorney at LawNorthbrooke Health Care CenterNorthside Animal Clinic PCNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkOffice Depot 509Office Interiors of JacksonPepsi Beverages CompanyPicasso Bistro PizzeriaPratt Ind (USA) Corrugating DivR amp J Feed Supply Company IncReeds JewelersRobertrsquos JewelersRon Darby-State Farm InsuranceSignaturersquos BoutiqueSipes amp Seaton CPASnagMobSnap FitnessSouthern Concrete ProductsSouthern Lithoplate IncSouthwest FundingStability Growth Solutions LLCSteele Martin Jones amp Company PLCSunrise Recycling ServicesTennessee Community Services AgencyThe Childrenrsquos Clinic PAThe Greer CampaignThe Holy Smoker

The Neely HouseThomas Glass CoThompson amp Smith LLCTotal EscapesTulip Tree Wedding ChapelVaughan Associates Architects IncVineyards Gifts IncVolunteer Management amp Development Co IncWest Madison Senior Citizens CenterWest Tennessee ENT ClinicWest Tennessee Plan RoomWoodrsquos Custom FloorsWorkForce Essentials

SEPTEMBER RENEWING MEMBERS

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A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

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UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

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1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

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Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 3: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

Tennessee Department of Labor amp Workforce Development Commissioner Karla Davis announced that Tennalum in Jackson was chosen to receive the Commissionerrsquos Award of Excellence for Workplace Safety The award was given Wednesday August 3 at the 34th Annual Tennessee Safety and Health Congress held at the Gaylord Opryland in Nashville Tennessee Tennalum also received the Award in 2006 ldquoTennalum has demonstrated a strong commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplacerdquo said Davis who presented the Commissionerrsquos Award of Excellence to the company ldquoThe evaluation criteria for this award is challenging and this company has worked extremely hard to meet and exceed the standards the award requiresrdquo The Commissionerrsquos Award honors Tennessee employers and their employees who together have achieved a required number of hours worked without experiencing a lost workday case and have maintained total injury and illness incidence rates below the national average The number of hours required is based on the size of the company Tennalum a division of Kaiser Aluminum has 200 employees in the manufacturing of aluminum rod and bar products used primarily in aerospace and automotive applications The facility has qualified for the Commissionerrsquos Award by working more than 560000 hours without a lost-time injury The Tennessee Department of Labor amp Workforce Development Safety Awards Program is designed to stimulate interest in accident prevention and to promote safety The program recognizes manufacturing and construction firms throughout the state that achieve and maintain a safe and healthful workplace To obtain an application or additional information on the Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health (TOSHA) Safety Awards Program contact the safety grant manager in Nashville at (800) 325-9901 or (615) 741-5281

JACKSON INDUSTRIAL NEWSTennalum Receives Commissionerrsquos Safety Award

Paradoxe Corporation Awarded GATE Award For Trade Excellence at Governorrsquos Conference

Tennessee Govenor Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty announced in September that Mallory Alexander International Logistics LLC in Memphis Copperweld Bimetallics LLC in Fayetteville and Paradoxe Corporation in Jackson are the recipients of the Governorrsquos Awards for Trade Excellence (GATE) The GATE recognition honors large medium and small-size companies who have achieved excellence in engaging in global trade The winners were presented their award at the 58th Annual Governorrsquos Conference on Economic and Community Development on Friday September 23 during the Governorrsquos Luncheon

ldquoThese existing Tennessee businesses are showing Tennessee products and services can be successful in a global economyrdquo Haslam said ldquoThe GATE Award winners are to be congratulated for exploring new markets and seeing the opportunities available in a global marketplacerdquo The companies represent winners in three categories Mallory Alexander International Logistics LLC for the large company category Copperweld Bimetallics LLC for the medium company category and Paradoxe Corporation for the small company category Paradoxe Corporation specializes in electrical power transmission and distribution of energy and address three distinct segments electrical utilities industrial and construction and original equipment manufacturers The companyrsquos core geographical market is North America Central America and South America In 2010 95 percent of Paradoxe Corporationrsquos annual sales were attributed to exports ldquoI congratulate the GATE Award winners for successfully navigating the challenges and opportunities that the global marketplace can bringrdquo Hagerty said ldquoHaving spent much of my private sector career working with overseas markets I have a unique admiration for and understanding of the benefits of global trading and how it can help existing Tennessee companies expand and remain competitiverdquo

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

3

Gerdau Mill Celebrates 30th Anniversary in Jackson The Gerdau mill in Jackson Tennessee originated as Florida Steelrsquos fifth steel mill in operation when it began melting and rolling steel in September 1981 Employees and their families were invited to the mill to celebrate the 30th anniversary ldquoThirty years in operation is a great achievement which I attribute largely to our dedicated work force and the long-standing support of the Jackson communityrdquo said Chris Ervin vice president and general manager of Gerdaursquos Jackson mill ldquoWe are grateful for our success and the opportunity to celebrate this important anniver-saryrdquo The Gerdau mill is one of the cityrsquos top 10 manufacturers employing approximately 360 people with an annual payroll of about $3588 million The Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce helped company leadership see the advantages of selecting Jackson for Florida Steelrsquos first location in Tennessee citing its great location for industry and superior transportation system ldquoWe were told the people in the area seemed to have an exceptionally strong work ethic and that turned out to be truerdquo said Bill Kipp human resources manager at the Gerdau mill ldquoWe have a significant number of em-ployees who have been with the company more that 20-plus years and close to 20 employees who have worked at the mill since the very first day in operationrdquo In addition to the companyrsquos involvement with the American Heart Association the Jackson mill has been a partner in education with North Side High School for 20 years Other social responsibility partners in the area include Jackson Symphony the STAR Centerrsquos Kidfest the Exchange Club and United Way

ABOVE (Left to Right) Jill Emerson PresidentCEO Paradoxe Corporation and Kim Mingledorff COO Director of Operations Paradoxe are recognized for their GATE from Commisioner Bill Hagerty at the 58th Annual Governorrsquos Conference

ABOVE (Left to Right) Sammy Stevens Tennalum Brian Melton Tennalum and Commissioner Karla Davis received the Commissionerrsquos Award for Excellence for Workplace Safety at the 34th Annual TN Safety and Health Congress

IfyouhaveindustrialnewsyoursquodliketosharetoTheChamberforpublicationpleasecontactMeganSealsCommunicationsCoordinatorat423-2200

Have News Yoursquod Like to Share to Us

The Chamber is proud to announce that Shelby Kee Marketing Director at Patriot Equity Credit Union

was picked as the October ldquoVolunteer of the Monthrdquo Kee serves as a Diplomat for the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce a group that works on the growth and retention of the existing membership base She is also on the U40 Young Professionals Committee ldquoKee joined the Diplomats group one year ago and has done a fantastic jobrdquo said Lisa Cothran Manager Membership Development ldquoShe has great follow-through and her positive attitude has made her an asset to the grouprdquo Along with serving as a Diplomat for The Chamber Kee has also volunteered for the Jackson Exchange Club where she served as committee member and event volunteer the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation as a 65 Roses committee member the Multiple Sclerosis MS Walk as team captain and on the Arthritis Foundation as a Jingle Bell Run team captain ldquoI believe that The Chamber plays an important role for enhancing our community and I want to do what I can to serverdquo Kee said

Shelby KeePatriot Equity Credit Union Marketing Director

VOLUNTEER Good News Jackson Goldrsquos Gym in Jackson was selected as a finalist for the Best Revitalization USInternational Award at the 2011 Goldrsquos Gym Convention Its selection as a finalist for the award recognizes its exemplary performance during the year and the Annual Awards Dinner gave the en-tire Goldrsquos Gym family an opportunity to celebrate their achievements Steve Roten Owner of Goldrsquos Gym in Jackson along with several staff members attended the award ceremony in Mandalay Bay Las Vegas For more information contact the Goldrsquos Gym Jackson location at 660-8888

ABOVE Derek Stonecipher Samantha Hollingsworth Lisa Evans Jennifer Roten and Steve Roten attended the Goldrsquos Gym Convention in Mandalay Bay Las Vegas

Tourism continues to be a leading industry in Tennessee and specifically in Madison County generating $14866 million in direct tourist spending and creating over 1600 jobs Shortly after his inauguration Governor Bill Haslam created a ldquoTourism Task Forcerdquo along with Tennessee Department of Tourist Development Commissioner Susan Whitaker with a goal of putting Tennessee into the top 10 states in terms of out-of-state travel spending Currently Tennessee is ranked 18th in the nation The three chairs of this committee include Jack Soden Elvis Presley Enterprises Ted Miller Dolly Parton Productions and Colin Reed Gaylord Entertainment The Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureaursquos Lori Nunnery will join 12 tourism leaders from across the state to strategize and identify goals to increase Tennessee tourism spending and job creation ldquoFirst of all I would like to thank Governor Haslam for the opportunity to serve on the Task Forcerdquo Nunnery said ldquoAppointment to this committee will give Jackson and West Tennessee a voice in the continued growth and development of Tennesseersquos tourism product Jackson is well positioned between Memphis and Nashville and itrsquos crucial for us to share our distinctive regionrsquos rural attributes to compliment the statersquos larger attractions and destinationsrdquo Nunnery will be meeting with West Tennessee various tourism partners to continue the conversation on a local level and will join the Task Force as it begins meeting in the upcoming weeks

Jacksonrsquos Lori Nunnery Appointed to Governor Haslamrsquos Tourism Task Force

97percentofyourChamberduesaretaxdeductibleasanordinaryandnecessarybusinessexpense

DID YOU KNOW

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Spotlight

PROMOTIONS ACCOMPLISHMENTS amp SPECIAL RECOGNITITONS

PROMOTIONS ACCOMPLISHMENTS amp SPECIAL RECOGNITITONS

Useful Tips for Small Business OwnersManagers

Workplace rudeness is one of the major complaints of customers and at the top of the list is the annoyance created by employees using the telephone improperly From an unfriendly greeting to being put on hold too long to an lsquounintelligiblersquo response by an employee many customers have a good reason to become a lsquoformer customerrsquo Here are some suggestions that may help to improve the telephone habits in your workplace

bull BEINGFRIENDLYThe first voice a person hears when calling your business will generally set the tone for a good business conversation SMILE when answering By being friendly and professional a lsquoPositiversquo impression is achievedbull SPEAKCLEARLYANDDISTINCTLYWhen answering the phone say your businessrsquos name followed by your name Donrsquot hurry the telephonemdashtake the time to clearly pronounce your name Also donrsquot speak while chewing gum eating or drinkingmdashit will slur your words and make the caller feel heshe is interrupting Above all DONrsquoT SHOUT into the phone but make sure your voice is loud enough to be heard by the callerbull LISTENINGDonrsquot use the phrase lsquoHOLD pleasersquo and then do so without waiting to hear the response from the caller It is always important to repeat pertinent information back to the caller to avoid confusion bull REMAINFOCUSEDWhile you are speaking to the customer donrsquot answer e-mail talk to someone nearby open mail or do other work If you are taking notes of the conversation on your computer advise the caller of this Nothing is more irritating to a caller than to hear the click of computer keys or whispered side conversationsbull KEEPTHECALLERINFORMEDShould you have to check on something for the caller inform that person of how long it should take and that you will place himher on hold The use of lsquoIt will take just a secondrsquo is not accurate Tell the caller it will take several minutes and offer to call back if they cannot hold bull PUTYOURENERGYINTOTHECALLIf you sound bored or tired on the phone the caller will consider you unprofessional and uninterested in assisting their request It sometimes is good to stand up when speaking as it may help you to breathe better and gain some energy and focusbull KEEPYOURVOICEMAILCURRENT If you cannot personally answer all calls make sure that your voice mail is just as professional and friendly as if you are there in person Always offer to have the caller leave a message asking for their name and number with a promise to return the call as soon as possible

By Ron Acree amp Joel Newman TSBDC

West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Centerhires new clinical audiologist West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center welcomes Dr Amanda Holley clinical audiologist to its staff Dr Holley is Board Certified in Audiology by the American Board Audiology As a doctoral level audiologist her background is in pediatrics Dr Holley specializes in Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) is fluent in American Sign Language and has a working knowledge of hearing aids She coordinates a ldquoHearing Loss Support Grouprdquo on Tuesday afternoons from 3 pm - 4 pm to provide education seminars to the public Dr Holley resides in Jackson with her family For an appointment with Dr Holley please contact West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center at 668-6076

West Tennessee Healthcare Wins Positive Images of Aging Award

West Tennessee Healthcare has been presented with the Positive Images of Aging Award by the Southeastern Aging Network The Network consists of eight southeastern states and the award was presented at their 38th annual SE4A Awards Luncheon in September in Memphis The Positive Images of Aging Award has been presented

annually since 1987 in recognition of groups or businesses that have presented a positive image of older adults to the public either through media campaigns or in their personnel or marketing policiesAccepting the award for West Tennessee Healthcare was Regina Smith Senior Services coordinator Smith is responsible for managing the Mature Advantage Club (MAC) for the system that includes mem-bership affiliates at all six hospitals ldquoWest Tennessee Healthcare cherishes our communityrsquos seniors and this award recognizes our commitment to maximizing the potential of the aging populationrdquo said Lisa Piercey MD Vice President of Hospital Services ldquoI am very proud of Regina and our Mature Advantage Club (MAC) for their vital contributions to the health and well-being of our arearsquos seniors by providing numerous screening educational and social events throughout the yearrdquo she continued

TOP AMBASSADORCongratulations to the Ambassador with perfect attendance HeathWilliamsGeorgeASmithampSons

StateUniversitycom ranks Union fourth in Tennessee Union University is the fourth-ranked university in Tennessee according to the third annual college rankings from StateUniversitycom Union follows Vanderbilt Rhodes and Sewanee in the ranking which is based on statistical analysis and comparison of studentfaculty ratio student retention test scores and other critical factors Nationally Union ranked 126th among the top 500 private colleges and universities Union was the third-ranked school in the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities behind Wheaton College and Calvin College In acknowledging his gratitude for the recognition Union President David S Dockery said ldquoIt is a joy each and every day to serve on the Union campus with such high quality faculty staff and students I congratulate each one of them for they are the reason for this lofty recognitionrdquo

The complete rankings are available at wwwstateuniversitycomrankscore_rankhtml

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5

Do You Have News To Share To The ChamberIf so email news about your company to Megan Seals

Communications Coordinator at msealsjacksontncom or call 423-2200

Promotions Accomplishments amp Special Recognititons

Commercial Bank and Trust is proud to announce the addition of Laura Byrd as Vice President of the bankrsquos Jackson operations Byrd will focus on medical banking and private banking and brings more than 26 years of experience in financial services in West Tennessee to Commercial Bank and Trust ldquoWe couldnrsquot be happier to have Laurardquo said Community President Monte Jones ldquoWersquove been admiring her work for years in the Jackson market and are proud that she is now on our team She is a wonderful asset to the community and we have no doubt that she will excel at our bankrdquo

Commercial Bank and Trust hires Vice President

West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation Announces Tigrett Award Winner

United States Senator Lamar Alexander was honored with the Tigrett Award at the 22nd Annual West Tennessee Healthcare Foundationrsquos Charity Gala on Saturday November 12 The Tigrett Award first given in 2006 was established to honor Jackson native John Burton Tigrett Tigrett was well known for his world renowned entrepreneurship and philanthropy The Tigrett Award was endowed by Fred Smith of Federal Express and serves to recognize a Tennessean who has greatly contributed to society through hisher talents and leadership locally nationally and abroad Past Tigrett Award recipients include Fashion Designer and Philanthropist Pat Kerr Tigrett United States Senator and Ambassador Howard Baker Actress Dixie Carter Television Personality Wink Martindale and Legendary singer Brenda Lee

FIRST SOUTH BANK ANNOUNCES NEW MORTGAGE DIVISION First South Bank recently announced the hiring of Sheila Greer as the bankrsquos mortgage division manager Greer brings over 24 years of past experience in the mortgage industry and over 31 years in the financial industry working with FHA Tennessee Housing Rural Development conventional and Veterans loans Greer will be responsible for developing relationships with local realtors builders and ensuring that the customerrsquos mortgage experience exceeds their expectations while continuing to grow the bankrsquos mortgage department She will be originating loans throughout West Tennessee Hunter Simmons PresidentCEO of First South Bank comments on the addition of Greer ldquoGreer has over 24 years of experience in assisting the people of West Tennessee realize their dream of home owner-shiprdquo Simmons said ldquoShe possesses the knowledge to ensure each customerrsquos needs are met while placing them into the proper mortgage loan We are excited to welcome Greer to our organizationrdquo

West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon The West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon Alice Cherqui MD DrCherqui earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch graduating with Honors From there she went on to complete an internship at the University of Kansas Medical Center a residency at the Louisiana Health Science Center Department of Neurosurgery and finally a Fellowship of the Complex Spine at the Medical College of Wisconsin Aside from completing numerous training courses DrCherqui has been published multiple times both in trade magazines and textbooks She also has given many presentations before colleagues and helped prepare several professional posters Furthermore Dr Cherqui received the Best Research Award from the Louisiana Neurosurgical Society in January 2009 DrCherqui is fluent in French and is currently an intermediate level student of Spanish To schedule an appointment with Dr Cherqui contact the West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center at 427-2877 or visit 700 West Forest Avenue Suite 200 in Jackson

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

6

CompanyName Foundation Bank a division of McKenzie Banking Company Established 1934Location 1049 Union University DriveChambermembersince 2005NumberofEmployees 5 locally PhoneNumber554-2423OntheWeb wwwfoundationbankorg

Chad Wilson PresidentFoundation Bank

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosnewwithyourorganizationFoundationBank We were just ranked one of the top three ldquoMost Financially Secure Banks in the state of Tennesseerdquo by wwwseifriedbrewcom

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosthebiggestcommunityprojectyoursquoreworkingonrightnowFoundationBank Our bank invests thousands of dollars and hundreds of man hours into the Covenant Ranch in Paris Tenn This is a 100+ acre outdoor oriented retreat center whose goal is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the medium of creation Bow hunting skeet shooting and a corn maze are just a few of the avenues this non-profit organization utilizes

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquoshelpedyourorganizationbecomesuccessfulinourcommunityFoundationBank Being customer-centric We believe our sincere desire to find financial solutions for people focusing on people more than products resonates with the community we serve Success is a by product of our desire to serve others and invest in their financial futures

ChamberConnectionWhatdoesyourorganizationdothatmostpeopledonrsquotknowaboutFoundationBankWe offer a full-service bank We have a network of ATMrsquos we can do mortgage loans and we can even handle all of your investments What people may not realize is that we offer desk-side banking to preserve a warm inviting atmosphere in which to conduct your business People also may not know that we are a diversified bank that also offers accounts receivable financing and rent-to-own contract financing ChamberConnectionWhataresomerecentsuccessesyourorganizationhasexperiencedFoundationBank It was an incredible blessing to receive the Pinnacle Award two years ago in the Large Organization category Itrsquos also great to be ranked by seifriedbrewwcom as one of the most safe and secure banks in the state ChamberConnectionWhatchallengesdoesyourorganizationfaceFoundationBankThe challenges we face as an organization are the same as those that face the banking industry in general Ever-changing government regulations make it difficult to remain efficient in operations and fee-friendly for customers ChamberConnectionWhataresomeofthefuturegoalsofyourorganizationFoundationBank To be a total financial solutions provider shattering the paradigm of typical banking to continue growing with a marathon mentality and to continue to invest a good portion of our profits in worthwhile causes

ChamberConnectionArethereanythingswedidnrsquotaskthatyouwouldliketoshareFoundationBank People may not realize that we are based out of McKenzie We are not a new bank we are a 77-year-old bank that is family owned and operated

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7

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

AllergyampAsthmaCareDr Alan DeJarnatt464 N Parkway Ste DJackson TN 38305(731) 660-0138wwwallergymemphiscomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

AngiersquosBookAtticAngie Shearon368 N Parkway Ste 4Jackson TN 38305 (731) 256-1769wwwangiesbookatticcomCategory Book Dealers Stores amp Depositories

DartsCarts-GolfCartSalesampServiceTrad Longeway2142 Westover Rd Jackson TN 38301(731) 300-0252wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Cart-Sales andor Service

ElementsSalonLesley Buchanan100-F Vann DrJackson TN 38305(731) 668-6130Category Beauty Salons

FarmBureauInsuranceSteve Neil1385 S Highland Ave Ste B4Jackson TN 38301(731) 427-9678wwwfbitncomCategory Insurance

HubCityBicycleCoIncAdrian Parchman621 Old Hickory Blvd Ste LJackson TN 38305(731) 554-2453wwwhubcitybicyclecomCategory Bicycles

MagsandLuLuMaggie Herndon189-B W University Pkwy Jackson TN 38305(731) 661-1530Category Clothing - Children

MaplewoodHealthCareCenterBob Herring100 Cherrywood Place Jackson TN 38305(731) 668-1900wwwgracehccomCategory Nursing Homes

PoprsquosMusicChris McCrudden180 Old Hickory Blvd Ste KJackson TN 38305(731) 660-9995wwwpopsmusicbiz Category Music-Sales andor Service RedRobinGourmetBurgersShane Alexander 1025 Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305 (731) 664-1940wwwredrobincom Category Restaurants

WilksDugoutScott Wilkinson1081 Vann Dr Ste 105Jackson TN 38305(731) 664-6726Category Sports Team Apparel-Retail

VanickGroupLLCMelissa Holley6555 Quince Rd Ste 101 Memphis TN 38119(901) 334-5000wwwvanickcomCategory Website Development

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

SeptemberNewMembers

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8

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CampaignCo-opJenci SpradlinPO Box 3781Jackson TN 38303(731) 225-6848Category Marketing

ElementALHoldingsLLCMark Mantooth2410 Dr F E Wright DrJackson TN 38305(731) 554-1660Category Manufacturing

FoxCollectionCenterAnne Coffman64 Lynoak CoveJackson TN 38305(731) 660-1099wwwfoxcollectioncomCategory Collection Agencies

GetWellFamilyClinicLaura Farhat MSN FNP-BC375A Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305(731) 300-0770wwwgetwellfamilycliniccomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

HydroRejuvenationMedispaCathy Wallace-Jennings164-A W University PkwyJackson TN 38305(731) 215-1135wwwhydrorejuvenationmedispacomCategory Health and Wellness

JacksonDieCastingLLCJimmy Tapp825 Lower Brownsville RdJackson TN 38301(731) 427-9676wwwkey3castingcomCategory Manufacturing

JimGurleySalesJim Gurley1985 Campbell St Ste E36Jackson TN 38301(731) 422-2400wwwjimgurleysaleslogomallcomCategory Advertising Specialties

PeopleLinkStaffingSolutionsRenee Sappington2097 N Parkway Ste 102Jackson TN 38305(731) 265-4844wwwpeoplelinkstaffingcomCategory Employment Agencies

PerspectiveTalkRadioMonique GrantPO Box 10401Jackson TN 38301(888) 981-2444wwwperspectivetalkradioinfoCategory Radio Stations

QuiznosSubNicolaas Peters1083 Vann Dr Ste 100Jackson TN 38305(731) 660-9997wwwquiznoscomCategory Restaurants

StanleySteemerofJacksonDavid Smith443 Riverside Dr Jackson TN 38301 (731) 423-5533wwwsteemercomCategory Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaning

TheDixieCarterPerformingArtsandEnrichmentCenterLori Neal Nolen191 Court SquareHuntingdon TN 38344(731) 986-2100wwwdixiepacnetCategory Tourist Attractions

WhatrsquosAroundTownYancey PettigrewPO Box 10702Jackson TN 38308(731) 256-7899wwwWATJacksonTNcom Category Advertising - Media

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

OctoberNewMembers

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A-1 Chemical ProductsAll Seasons Refrigeration LLCAllegra Print amp ImagingAllen amp HoshallAlpha Omega Food LLCAramarkArmstrong Hardwood Flooring CompanyAshley Furniture HomestoreBoomerNation BandBoys amp Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County IncBumpus Harley-Davidson of JacksonCantrell Construction Co IncCharleston Catering Company Backyard BarbequeChristensen PhotographicsCongregation BrsquoNai IsraelCustomediaDesigns by JulieElegant EventsEpilepsy Foundation of Middle amp West TNFarm BureauFelecia BellaFiberfoil Insulation CoFlatiron Grille and BistroFowler Construction LLCGeisler Young LLCGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee IncGoSmallBizGrainger Industrial SupplyHayes amp Sons Construction LPHays Plumbing Heating amp Air Conditioning IncHollman Construction Co IncHome Master GroupHVAC Design amp Build SystemsING Financial Advisers LLCIntegrated Corporate SolutionsJackson Generals Baseball ClubJackson Industrial SalesJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Overhead DoorJackson Rotary ClubJarvis Caster Company

JC AudioJimmy Meeks Electric ServiceKarnes Legal ServiceKendall Electric IncKing amp King PLCKiwanis Club of JacksonKyrus Print SolutionsLawrence amp Company CPArsquosLawrence Sorensen Funeral Home IncMadison Men IncMarch of DimesMcLemore amp McLemore PAMighty Product Center IncMiss OlliersquosMobile Document DestructionMOST INCMrs Winners Chicken amp Biscuits Nancy L Choate Attorney at LawNorthbrooke Health Care CenterNorthside Animal Clinic PCNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkOffice Depot 509Office Interiors of JacksonPepsi Beverages CompanyPicasso Bistro PizzeriaPratt Ind (USA) Corrugating DivR amp J Feed Supply Company IncReeds JewelersRobertrsquos JewelersRon Darby-State Farm InsuranceSignaturersquos BoutiqueSipes amp Seaton CPASnagMobSnap FitnessSouthern Concrete ProductsSouthern Lithoplate IncSouthwest FundingStability Growth Solutions LLCSteele Martin Jones amp Company PLCSunrise Recycling ServicesTennessee Community Services AgencyThe Childrenrsquos Clinic PAThe Greer CampaignThe Holy Smoker

The Neely HouseThomas Glass CoThompson amp Smith LLCTotal EscapesTulip Tree Wedding ChapelVaughan Associates Architects IncVineyards Gifts IncVolunteer Management amp Development Co IncWest Madison Senior Citizens CenterWest Tennessee ENT ClinicWest Tennessee Plan RoomWoodrsquos Custom FloorsWorkForce Essentials

SEPTEMBER RENEWING MEMBERS

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11

A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

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UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

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1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

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14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 4: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

The Chamber is proud to announce that Shelby Kee Marketing Director at Patriot Equity Credit Union

was picked as the October ldquoVolunteer of the Monthrdquo Kee serves as a Diplomat for the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce a group that works on the growth and retention of the existing membership base She is also on the U40 Young Professionals Committee ldquoKee joined the Diplomats group one year ago and has done a fantastic jobrdquo said Lisa Cothran Manager Membership Development ldquoShe has great follow-through and her positive attitude has made her an asset to the grouprdquo Along with serving as a Diplomat for The Chamber Kee has also volunteered for the Jackson Exchange Club where she served as committee member and event volunteer the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation as a 65 Roses committee member the Multiple Sclerosis MS Walk as team captain and on the Arthritis Foundation as a Jingle Bell Run team captain ldquoI believe that The Chamber plays an important role for enhancing our community and I want to do what I can to serverdquo Kee said

Shelby KeePatriot Equity Credit Union Marketing Director

VOLUNTEER Good News Jackson Goldrsquos Gym in Jackson was selected as a finalist for the Best Revitalization USInternational Award at the 2011 Goldrsquos Gym Convention Its selection as a finalist for the award recognizes its exemplary performance during the year and the Annual Awards Dinner gave the en-tire Goldrsquos Gym family an opportunity to celebrate their achievements Steve Roten Owner of Goldrsquos Gym in Jackson along with several staff members attended the award ceremony in Mandalay Bay Las Vegas For more information contact the Goldrsquos Gym Jackson location at 660-8888

ABOVE Derek Stonecipher Samantha Hollingsworth Lisa Evans Jennifer Roten and Steve Roten attended the Goldrsquos Gym Convention in Mandalay Bay Las Vegas

Tourism continues to be a leading industry in Tennessee and specifically in Madison County generating $14866 million in direct tourist spending and creating over 1600 jobs Shortly after his inauguration Governor Bill Haslam created a ldquoTourism Task Forcerdquo along with Tennessee Department of Tourist Development Commissioner Susan Whitaker with a goal of putting Tennessee into the top 10 states in terms of out-of-state travel spending Currently Tennessee is ranked 18th in the nation The three chairs of this committee include Jack Soden Elvis Presley Enterprises Ted Miller Dolly Parton Productions and Colin Reed Gaylord Entertainment The Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureaursquos Lori Nunnery will join 12 tourism leaders from across the state to strategize and identify goals to increase Tennessee tourism spending and job creation ldquoFirst of all I would like to thank Governor Haslam for the opportunity to serve on the Task Forcerdquo Nunnery said ldquoAppointment to this committee will give Jackson and West Tennessee a voice in the continued growth and development of Tennesseersquos tourism product Jackson is well positioned between Memphis and Nashville and itrsquos crucial for us to share our distinctive regionrsquos rural attributes to compliment the statersquos larger attractions and destinationsrdquo Nunnery will be meeting with West Tennessee various tourism partners to continue the conversation on a local level and will join the Task Force as it begins meeting in the upcoming weeks

Jacksonrsquos Lori Nunnery Appointed to Governor Haslamrsquos Tourism Task Force

97percentofyourChamberduesaretaxdeductibleasanordinaryandnecessarybusinessexpense

DID YOU KNOW

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

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Spotlight

PROMOTIONS ACCOMPLISHMENTS amp SPECIAL RECOGNITITONS

PROMOTIONS ACCOMPLISHMENTS amp SPECIAL RECOGNITITONS

Useful Tips for Small Business OwnersManagers

Workplace rudeness is one of the major complaints of customers and at the top of the list is the annoyance created by employees using the telephone improperly From an unfriendly greeting to being put on hold too long to an lsquounintelligiblersquo response by an employee many customers have a good reason to become a lsquoformer customerrsquo Here are some suggestions that may help to improve the telephone habits in your workplace

bull BEINGFRIENDLYThe first voice a person hears when calling your business will generally set the tone for a good business conversation SMILE when answering By being friendly and professional a lsquoPositiversquo impression is achievedbull SPEAKCLEARLYANDDISTINCTLYWhen answering the phone say your businessrsquos name followed by your name Donrsquot hurry the telephonemdashtake the time to clearly pronounce your name Also donrsquot speak while chewing gum eating or drinkingmdashit will slur your words and make the caller feel heshe is interrupting Above all DONrsquoT SHOUT into the phone but make sure your voice is loud enough to be heard by the callerbull LISTENINGDonrsquot use the phrase lsquoHOLD pleasersquo and then do so without waiting to hear the response from the caller It is always important to repeat pertinent information back to the caller to avoid confusion bull REMAINFOCUSEDWhile you are speaking to the customer donrsquot answer e-mail talk to someone nearby open mail or do other work If you are taking notes of the conversation on your computer advise the caller of this Nothing is more irritating to a caller than to hear the click of computer keys or whispered side conversationsbull KEEPTHECALLERINFORMEDShould you have to check on something for the caller inform that person of how long it should take and that you will place himher on hold The use of lsquoIt will take just a secondrsquo is not accurate Tell the caller it will take several minutes and offer to call back if they cannot hold bull PUTYOURENERGYINTOTHECALLIf you sound bored or tired on the phone the caller will consider you unprofessional and uninterested in assisting their request It sometimes is good to stand up when speaking as it may help you to breathe better and gain some energy and focusbull KEEPYOURVOICEMAILCURRENT If you cannot personally answer all calls make sure that your voice mail is just as professional and friendly as if you are there in person Always offer to have the caller leave a message asking for their name and number with a promise to return the call as soon as possible

By Ron Acree amp Joel Newman TSBDC

West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Centerhires new clinical audiologist West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center welcomes Dr Amanda Holley clinical audiologist to its staff Dr Holley is Board Certified in Audiology by the American Board Audiology As a doctoral level audiologist her background is in pediatrics Dr Holley specializes in Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) is fluent in American Sign Language and has a working knowledge of hearing aids She coordinates a ldquoHearing Loss Support Grouprdquo on Tuesday afternoons from 3 pm - 4 pm to provide education seminars to the public Dr Holley resides in Jackson with her family For an appointment with Dr Holley please contact West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center at 668-6076

West Tennessee Healthcare Wins Positive Images of Aging Award

West Tennessee Healthcare has been presented with the Positive Images of Aging Award by the Southeastern Aging Network The Network consists of eight southeastern states and the award was presented at their 38th annual SE4A Awards Luncheon in September in Memphis The Positive Images of Aging Award has been presented

annually since 1987 in recognition of groups or businesses that have presented a positive image of older adults to the public either through media campaigns or in their personnel or marketing policiesAccepting the award for West Tennessee Healthcare was Regina Smith Senior Services coordinator Smith is responsible for managing the Mature Advantage Club (MAC) for the system that includes mem-bership affiliates at all six hospitals ldquoWest Tennessee Healthcare cherishes our communityrsquos seniors and this award recognizes our commitment to maximizing the potential of the aging populationrdquo said Lisa Piercey MD Vice President of Hospital Services ldquoI am very proud of Regina and our Mature Advantage Club (MAC) for their vital contributions to the health and well-being of our arearsquos seniors by providing numerous screening educational and social events throughout the yearrdquo she continued

TOP AMBASSADORCongratulations to the Ambassador with perfect attendance HeathWilliamsGeorgeASmithampSons

StateUniversitycom ranks Union fourth in Tennessee Union University is the fourth-ranked university in Tennessee according to the third annual college rankings from StateUniversitycom Union follows Vanderbilt Rhodes and Sewanee in the ranking which is based on statistical analysis and comparison of studentfaculty ratio student retention test scores and other critical factors Nationally Union ranked 126th among the top 500 private colleges and universities Union was the third-ranked school in the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities behind Wheaton College and Calvin College In acknowledging his gratitude for the recognition Union President David S Dockery said ldquoIt is a joy each and every day to serve on the Union campus with such high quality faculty staff and students I congratulate each one of them for they are the reason for this lofty recognitionrdquo

The complete rankings are available at wwwstateuniversitycomrankscore_rankhtml

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5

Do You Have News To Share To The ChamberIf so email news about your company to Megan Seals

Communications Coordinator at msealsjacksontncom or call 423-2200

Promotions Accomplishments amp Special Recognititons

Commercial Bank and Trust is proud to announce the addition of Laura Byrd as Vice President of the bankrsquos Jackson operations Byrd will focus on medical banking and private banking and brings more than 26 years of experience in financial services in West Tennessee to Commercial Bank and Trust ldquoWe couldnrsquot be happier to have Laurardquo said Community President Monte Jones ldquoWersquove been admiring her work for years in the Jackson market and are proud that she is now on our team She is a wonderful asset to the community and we have no doubt that she will excel at our bankrdquo

Commercial Bank and Trust hires Vice President

West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation Announces Tigrett Award Winner

United States Senator Lamar Alexander was honored with the Tigrett Award at the 22nd Annual West Tennessee Healthcare Foundationrsquos Charity Gala on Saturday November 12 The Tigrett Award first given in 2006 was established to honor Jackson native John Burton Tigrett Tigrett was well known for his world renowned entrepreneurship and philanthropy The Tigrett Award was endowed by Fred Smith of Federal Express and serves to recognize a Tennessean who has greatly contributed to society through hisher talents and leadership locally nationally and abroad Past Tigrett Award recipients include Fashion Designer and Philanthropist Pat Kerr Tigrett United States Senator and Ambassador Howard Baker Actress Dixie Carter Television Personality Wink Martindale and Legendary singer Brenda Lee

FIRST SOUTH BANK ANNOUNCES NEW MORTGAGE DIVISION First South Bank recently announced the hiring of Sheila Greer as the bankrsquos mortgage division manager Greer brings over 24 years of past experience in the mortgage industry and over 31 years in the financial industry working with FHA Tennessee Housing Rural Development conventional and Veterans loans Greer will be responsible for developing relationships with local realtors builders and ensuring that the customerrsquos mortgage experience exceeds their expectations while continuing to grow the bankrsquos mortgage department She will be originating loans throughout West Tennessee Hunter Simmons PresidentCEO of First South Bank comments on the addition of Greer ldquoGreer has over 24 years of experience in assisting the people of West Tennessee realize their dream of home owner-shiprdquo Simmons said ldquoShe possesses the knowledge to ensure each customerrsquos needs are met while placing them into the proper mortgage loan We are excited to welcome Greer to our organizationrdquo

West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon The West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon Alice Cherqui MD DrCherqui earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch graduating with Honors From there she went on to complete an internship at the University of Kansas Medical Center a residency at the Louisiana Health Science Center Department of Neurosurgery and finally a Fellowship of the Complex Spine at the Medical College of Wisconsin Aside from completing numerous training courses DrCherqui has been published multiple times both in trade magazines and textbooks She also has given many presentations before colleagues and helped prepare several professional posters Furthermore Dr Cherqui received the Best Research Award from the Louisiana Neurosurgical Society in January 2009 DrCherqui is fluent in French and is currently an intermediate level student of Spanish To schedule an appointment with Dr Cherqui contact the West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center at 427-2877 or visit 700 West Forest Avenue Suite 200 in Jackson

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

6

CompanyName Foundation Bank a division of McKenzie Banking Company Established 1934Location 1049 Union University DriveChambermembersince 2005NumberofEmployees 5 locally PhoneNumber554-2423OntheWeb wwwfoundationbankorg

Chad Wilson PresidentFoundation Bank

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosnewwithyourorganizationFoundationBank We were just ranked one of the top three ldquoMost Financially Secure Banks in the state of Tennesseerdquo by wwwseifriedbrewcom

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosthebiggestcommunityprojectyoursquoreworkingonrightnowFoundationBank Our bank invests thousands of dollars and hundreds of man hours into the Covenant Ranch in Paris Tenn This is a 100+ acre outdoor oriented retreat center whose goal is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the medium of creation Bow hunting skeet shooting and a corn maze are just a few of the avenues this non-profit organization utilizes

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquoshelpedyourorganizationbecomesuccessfulinourcommunityFoundationBank Being customer-centric We believe our sincere desire to find financial solutions for people focusing on people more than products resonates with the community we serve Success is a by product of our desire to serve others and invest in their financial futures

ChamberConnectionWhatdoesyourorganizationdothatmostpeopledonrsquotknowaboutFoundationBankWe offer a full-service bank We have a network of ATMrsquos we can do mortgage loans and we can even handle all of your investments What people may not realize is that we offer desk-side banking to preserve a warm inviting atmosphere in which to conduct your business People also may not know that we are a diversified bank that also offers accounts receivable financing and rent-to-own contract financing ChamberConnectionWhataresomerecentsuccessesyourorganizationhasexperiencedFoundationBank It was an incredible blessing to receive the Pinnacle Award two years ago in the Large Organization category Itrsquos also great to be ranked by seifriedbrewwcom as one of the most safe and secure banks in the state ChamberConnectionWhatchallengesdoesyourorganizationfaceFoundationBankThe challenges we face as an organization are the same as those that face the banking industry in general Ever-changing government regulations make it difficult to remain efficient in operations and fee-friendly for customers ChamberConnectionWhataresomeofthefuturegoalsofyourorganizationFoundationBank To be a total financial solutions provider shattering the paradigm of typical banking to continue growing with a marathon mentality and to continue to invest a good portion of our profits in worthwhile causes

ChamberConnectionArethereanythingswedidnrsquotaskthatyouwouldliketoshareFoundationBank People may not realize that we are based out of McKenzie We are not a new bank we are a 77-year-old bank that is family owned and operated

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

7

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

AllergyampAsthmaCareDr Alan DeJarnatt464 N Parkway Ste DJackson TN 38305(731) 660-0138wwwallergymemphiscomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

AngiersquosBookAtticAngie Shearon368 N Parkway Ste 4Jackson TN 38305 (731) 256-1769wwwangiesbookatticcomCategory Book Dealers Stores amp Depositories

DartsCarts-GolfCartSalesampServiceTrad Longeway2142 Westover Rd Jackson TN 38301(731) 300-0252wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Cart-Sales andor Service

ElementsSalonLesley Buchanan100-F Vann DrJackson TN 38305(731) 668-6130Category Beauty Salons

FarmBureauInsuranceSteve Neil1385 S Highland Ave Ste B4Jackson TN 38301(731) 427-9678wwwfbitncomCategory Insurance

HubCityBicycleCoIncAdrian Parchman621 Old Hickory Blvd Ste LJackson TN 38305(731) 554-2453wwwhubcitybicyclecomCategory Bicycles

MagsandLuLuMaggie Herndon189-B W University Pkwy Jackson TN 38305(731) 661-1530Category Clothing - Children

MaplewoodHealthCareCenterBob Herring100 Cherrywood Place Jackson TN 38305(731) 668-1900wwwgracehccomCategory Nursing Homes

PoprsquosMusicChris McCrudden180 Old Hickory Blvd Ste KJackson TN 38305(731) 660-9995wwwpopsmusicbiz Category Music-Sales andor Service RedRobinGourmetBurgersShane Alexander 1025 Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305 (731) 664-1940wwwredrobincom Category Restaurants

WilksDugoutScott Wilkinson1081 Vann Dr Ste 105Jackson TN 38305(731) 664-6726Category Sports Team Apparel-Retail

VanickGroupLLCMelissa Holley6555 Quince Rd Ste 101 Memphis TN 38119(901) 334-5000wwwvanickcomCategory Website Development

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

SeptemberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

8

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

9

CampaignCo-opJenci SpradlinPO Box 3781Jackson TN 38303(731) 225-6848Category Marketing

ElementALHoldingsLLCMark Mantooth2410 Dr F E Wright DrJackson TN 38305(731) 554-1660Category Manufacturing

FoxCollectionCenterAnne Coffman64 Lynoak CoveJackson TN 38305(731) 660-1099wwwfoxcollectioncomCategory Collection Agencies

GetWellFamilyClinicLaura Farhat MSN FNP-BC375A Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305(731) 300-0770wwwgetwellfamilycliniccomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

HydroRejuvenationMedispaCathy Wallace-Jennings164-A W University PkwyJackson TN 38305(731) 215-1135wwwhydrorejuvenationmedispacomCategory Health and Wellness

JacksonDieCastingLLCJimmy Tapp825 Lower Brownsville RdJackson TN 38301(731) 427-9676wwwkey3castingcomCategory Manufacturing

JimGurleySalesJim Gurley1985 Campbell St Ste E36Jackson TN 38301(731) 422-2400wwwjimgurleysaleslogomallcomCategory Advertising Specialties

PeopleLinkStaffingSolutionsRenee Sappington2097 N Parkway Ste 102Jackson TN 38305(731) 265-4844wwwpeoplelinkstaffingcomCategory Employment Agencies

PerspectiveTalkRadioMonique GrantPO Box 10401Jackson TN 38301(888) 981-2444wwwperspectivetalkradioinfoCategory Radio Stations

QuiznosSubNicolaas Peters1083 Vann Dr Ste 100Jackson TN 38305(731) 660-9997wwwquiznoscomCategory Restaurants

StanleySteemerofJacksonDavid Smith443 Riverside Dr Jackson TN 38301 (731) 423-5533wwwsteemercomCategory Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaning

TheDixieCarterPerformingArtsandEnrichmentCenterLori Neal Nolen191 Court SquareHuntingdon TN 38344(731) 986-2100wwwdixiepacnetCategory Tourist Attractions

WhatrsquosAroundTownYancey PettigrewPO Box 10702Jackson TN 38308(731) 256-7899wwwWATJacksonTNcom Category Advertising - Media

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

OctoberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

10

A-1 Chemical ProductsAll Seasons Refrigeration LLCAllegra Print amp ImagingAllen amp HoshallAlpha Omega Food LLCAramarkArmstrong Hardwood Flooring CompanyAshley Furniture HomestoreBoomerNation BandBoys amp Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County IncBumpus Harley-Davidson of JacksonCantrell Construction Co IncCharleston Catering Company Backyard BarbequeChristensen PhotographicsCongregation BrsquoNai IsraelCustomediaDesigns by JulieElegant EventsEpilepsy Foundation of Middle amp West TNFarm BureauFelecia BellaFiberfoil Insulation CoFlatiron Grille and BistroFowler Construction LLCGeisler Young LLCGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee IncGoSmallBizGrainger Industrial SupplyHayes amp Sons Construction LPHays Plumbing Heating amp Air Conditioning IncHollman Construction Co IncHome Master GroupHVAC Design amp Build SystemsING Financial Advisers LLCIntegrated Corporate SolutionsJackson Generals Baseball ClubJackson Industrial SalesJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Overhead DoorJackson Rotary ClubJarvis Caster Company

JC AudioJimmy Meeks Electric ServiceKarnes Legal ServiceKendall Electric IncKing amp King PLCKiwanis Club of JacksonKyrus Print SolutionsLawrence amp Company CPArsquosLawrence Sorensen Funeral Home IncMadison Men IncMarch of DimesMcLemore amp McLemore PAMighty Product Center IncMiss OlliersquosMobile Document DestructionMOST INCMrs Winners Chicken amp Biscuits Nancy L Choate Attorney at LawNorthbrooke Health Care CenterNorthside Animal Clinic PCNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkOffice Depot 509Office Interiors of JacksonPepsi Beverages CompanyPicasso Bistro PizzeriaPratt Ind (USA) Corrugating DivR amp J Feed Supply Company IncReeds JewelersRobertrsquos JewelersRon Darby-State Farm InsuranceSignaturersquos BoutiqueSipes amp Seaton CPASnagMobSnap FitnessSouthern Concrete ProductsSouthern Lithoplate IncSouthwest FundingStability Growth Solutions LLCSteele Martin Jones amp Company PLCSunrise Recycling ServicesTennessee Community Services AgencyThe Childrenrsquos Clinic PAThe Greer CampaignThe Holy Smoker

The Neely HouseThomas Glass CoThompson amp Smith LLCTotal EscapesTulip Tree Wedding ChapelVaughan Associates Architects IncVineyards Gifts IncVolunteer Management amp Development Co IncWest Madison Senior Citizens CenterWest Tennessee ENT ClinicWest Tennessee Plan RoomWoodrsquos Custom FloorsWorkForce Essentials

SEPTEMBER RENEWING MEMBERS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

11

A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

12

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

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1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 5: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

PROMOTIONS ACCOMPLISHMENTS amp SPECIAL RECOGNITITONS

Useful Tips for Small Business OwnersManagers

Workplace rudeness is one of the major complaints of customers and at the top of the list is the annoyance created by employees using the telephone improperly From an unfriendly greeting to being put on hold too long to an lsquounintelligiblersquo response by an employee many customers have a good reason to become a lsquoformer customerrsquo Here are some suggestions that may help to improve the telephone habits in your workplace

bull BEINGFRIENDLYThe first voice a person hears when calling your business will generally set the tone for a good business conversation SMILE when answering By being friendly and professional a lsquoPositiversquo impression is achievedbull SPEAKCLEARLYANDDISTINCTLYWhen answering the phone say your businessrsquos name followed by your name Donrsquot hurry the telephonemdashtake the time to clearly pronounce your name Also donrsquot speak while chewing gum eating or drinkingmdashit will slur your words and make the caller feel heshe is interrupting Above all DONrsquoT SHOUT into the phone but make sure your voice is loud enough to be heard by the callerbull LISTENINGDonrsquot use the phrase lsquoHOLD pleasersquo and then do so without waiting to hear the response from the caller It is always important to repeat pertinent information back to the caller to avoid confusion bull REMAINFOCUSEDWhile you are speaking to the customer donrsquot answer e-mail talk to someone nearby open mail or do other work If you are taking notes of the conversation on your computer advise the caller of this Nothing is more irritating to a caller than to hear the click of computer keys or whispered side conversationsbull KEEPTHECALLERINFORMEDShould you have to check on something for the caller inform that person of how long it should take and that you will place himher on hold The use of lsquoIt will take just a secondrsquo is not accurate Tell the caller it will take several minutes and offer to call back if they cannot hold bull PUTYOURENERGYINTOTHECALLIf you sound bored or tired on the phone the caller will consider you unprofessional and uninterested in assisting their request It sometimes is good to stand up when speaking as it may help you to breathe better and gain some energy and focusbull KEEPYOURVOICEMAILCURRENT If you cannot personally answer all calls make sure that your voice mail is just as professional and friendly as if you are there in person Always offer to have the caller leave a message asking for their name and number with a promise to return the call as soon as possible

By Ron Acree amp Joel Newman TSBDC

West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Centerhires new clinical audiologist West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center welcomes Dr Amanda Holley clinical audiologist to its staff Dr Holley is Board Certified in Audiology by the American Board Audiology As a doctoral level audiologist her background is in pediatrics Dr Holley specializes in Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) is fluent in American Sign Language and has a working knowledge of hearing aids She coordinates a ldquoHearing Loss Support Grouprdquo on Tuesday afternoons from 3 pm - 4 pm to provide education seminars to the public Dr Holley resides in Jackson with her family For an appointment with Dr Holley please contact West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center at 668-6076

West Tennessee Healthcare Wins Positive Images of Aging Award

West Tennessee Healthcare has been presented with the Positive Images of Aging Award by the Southeastern Aging Network The Network consists of eight southeastern states and the award was presented at their 38th annual SE4A Awards Luncheon in September in Memphis The Positive Images of Aging Award has been presented

annually since 1987 in recognition of groups or businesses that have presented a positive image of older adults to the public either through media campaigns or in their personnel or marketing policiesAccepting the award for West Tennessee Healthcare was Regina Smith Senior Services coordinator Smith is responsible for managing the Mature Advantage Club (MAC) for the system that includes mem-bership affiliates at all six hospitals ldquoWest Tennessee Healthcare cherishes our communityrsquos seniors and this award recognizes our commitment to maximizing the potential of the aging populationrdquo said Lisa Piercey MD Vice President of Hospital Services ldquoI am very proud of Regina and our Mature Advantage Club (MAC) for their vital contributions to the health and well-being of our arearsquos seniors by providing numerous screening educational and social events throughout the yearrdquo she continued

TOP AMBASSADORCongratulations to the Ambassador with perfect attendance HeathWilliamsGeorgeASmithampSons

StateUniversitycom ranks Union fourth in Tennessee Union University is the fourth-ranked university in Tennessee according to the third annual college rankings from StateUniversitycom Union follows Vanderbilt Rhodes and Sewanee in the ranking which is based on statistical analysis and comparison of studentfaculty ratio student retention test scores and other critical factors Nationally Union ranked 126th among the top 500 private colleges and universities Union was the third-ranked school in the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities behind Wheaton College and Calvin College In acknowledging his gratitude for the recognition Union President David S Dockery said ldquoIt is a joy each and every day to serve on the Union campus with such high quality faculty staff and students I congratulate each one of them for they are the reason for this lofty recognitionrdquo

The complete rankings are available at wwwstateuniversitycomrankscore_rankhtml

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

5

Do You Have News To Share To The ChamberIf so email news about your company to Megan Seals

Communications Coordinator at msealsjacksontncom or call 423-2200

Promotions Accomplishments amp Special Recognititons

Commercial Bank and Trust is proud to announce the addition of Laura Byrd as Vice President of the bankrsquos Jackson operations Byrd will focus on medical banking and private banking and brings more than 26 years of experience in financial services in West Tennessee to Commercial Bank and Trust ldquoWe couldnrsquot be happier to have Laurardquo said Community President Monte Jones ldquoWersquove been admiring her work for years in the Jackson market and are proud that she is now on our team She is a wonderful asset to the community and we have no doubt that she will excel at our bankrdquo

Commercial Bank and Trust hires Vice President

West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation Announces Tigrett Award Winner

United States Senator Lamar Alexander was honored with the Tigrett Award at the 22nd Annual West Tennessee Healthcare Foundationrsquos Charity Gala on Saturday November 12 The Tigrett Award first given in 2006 was established to honor Jackson native John Burton Tigrett Tigrett was well known for his world renowned entrepreneurship and philanthropy The Tigrett Award was endowed by Fred Smith of Federal Express and serves to recognize a Tennessean who has greatly contributed to society through hisher talents and leadership locally nationally and abroad Past Tigrett Award recipients include Fashion Designer and Philanthropist Pat Kerr Tigrett United States Senator and Ambassador Howard Baker Actress Dixie Carter Television Personality Wink Martindale and Legendary singer Brenda Lee

FIRST SOUTH BANK ANNOUNCES NEW MORTGAGE DIVISION First South Bank recently announced the hiring of Sheila Greer as the bankrsquos mortgage division manager Greer brings over 24 years of past experience in the mortgage industry and over 31 years in the financial industry working with FHA Tennessee Housing Rural Development conventional and Veterans loans Greer will be responsible for developing relationships with local realtors builders and ensuring that the customerrsquos mortgage experience exceeds their expectations while continuing to grow the bankrsquos mortgage department She will be originating loans throughout West Tennessee Hunter Simmons PresidentCEO of First South Bank comments on the addition of Greer ldquoGreer has over 24 years of experience in assisting the people of West Tennessee realize their dream of home owner-shiprdquo Simmons said ldquoShe possesses the knowledge to ensure each customerrsquos needs are met while placing them into the proper mortgage loan We are excited to welcome Greer to our organizationrdquo

West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon The West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon Alice Cherqui MD DrCherqui earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch graduating with Honors From there she went on to complete an internship at the University of Kansas Medical Center a residency at the Louisiana Health Science Center Department of Neurosurgery and finally a Fellowship of the Complex Spine at the Medical College of Wisconsin Aside from completing numerous training courses DrCherqui has been published multiple times both in trade magazines and textbooks She also has given many presentations before colleagues and helped prepare several professional posters Furthermore Dr Cherqui received the Best Research Award from the Louisiana Neurosurgical Society in January 2009 DrCherqui is fluent in French and is currently an intermediate level student of Spanish To schedule an appointment with Dr Cherqui contact the West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center at 427-2877 or visit 700 West Forest Avenue Suite 200 in Jackson

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

6

CompanyName Foundation Bank a division of McKenzie Banking Company Established 1934Location 1049 Union University DriveChambermembersince 2005NumberofEmployees 5 locally PhoneNumber554-2423OntheWeb wwwfoundationbankorg

Chad Wilson PresidentFoundation Bank

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosnewwithyourorganizationFoundationBank We were just ranked one of the top three ldquoMost Financially Secure Banks in the state of Tennesseerdquo by wwwseifriedbrewcom

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosthebiggestcommunityprojectyoursquoreworkingonrightnowFoundationBank Our bank invests thousands of dollars and hundreds of man hours into the Covenant Ranch in Paris Tenn This is a 100+ acre outdoor oriented retreat center whose goal is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the medium of creation Bow hunting skeet shooting and a corn maze are just a few of the avenues this non-profit organization utilizes

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquoshelpedyourorganizationbecomesuccessfulinourcommunityFoundationBank Being customer-centric We believe our sincere desire to find financial solutions for people focusing on people more than products resonates with the community we serve Success is a by product of our desire to serve others and invest in their financial futures

ChamberConnectionWhatdoesyourorganizationdothatmostpeopledonrsquotknowaboutFoundationBankWe offer a full-service bank We have a network of ATMrsquos we can do mortgage loans and we can even handle all of your investments What people may not realize is that we offer desk-side banking to preserve a warm inviting atmosphere in which to conduct your business People also may not know that we are a diversified bank that also offers accounts receivable financing and rent-to-own contract financing ChamberConnectionWhataresomerecentsuccessesyourorganizationhasexperiencedFoundationBank It was an incredible blessing to receive the Pinnacle Award two years ago in the Large Organization category Itrsquos also great to be ranked by seifriedbrewwcom as one of the most safe and secure banks in the state ChamberConnectionWhatchallengesdoesyourorganizationfaceFoundationBankThe challenges we face as an organization are the same as those that face the banking industry in general Ever-changing government regulations make it difficult to remain efficient in operations and fee-friendly for customers ChamberConnectionWhataresomeofthefuturegoalsofyourorganizationFoundationBank To be a total financial solutions provider shattering the paradigm of typical banking to continue growing with a marathon mentality and to continue to invest a good portion of our profits in worthwhile causes

ChamberConnectionArethereanythingswedidnrsquotaskthatyouwouldliketoshareFoundationBank People may not realize that we are based out of McKenzie We are not a new bank we are a 77-year-old bank that is family owned and operated

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

7

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

AllergyampAsthmaCareDr Alan DeJarnatt464 N Parkway Ste DJackson TN 38305(731) 660-0138wwwallergymemphiscomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

AngiersquosBookAtticAngie Shearon368 N Parkway Ste 4Jackson TN 38305 (731) 256-1769wwwangiesbookatticcomCategory Book Dealers Stores amp Depositories

DartsCarts-GolfCartSalesampServiceTrad Longeway2142 Westover Rd Jackson TN 38301(731) 300-0252wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Cart-Sales andor Service

ElementsSalonLesley Buchanan100-F Vann DrJackson TN 38305(731) 668-6130Category Beauty Salons

FarmBureauInsuranceSteve Neil1385 S Highland Ave Ste B4Jackson TN 38301(731) 427-9678wwwfbitncomCategory Insurance

HubCityBicycleCoIncAdrian Parchman621 Old Hickory Blvd Ste LJackson TN 38305(731) 554-2453wwwhubcitybicyclecomCategory Bicycles

MagsandLuLuMaggie Herndon189-B W University Pkwy Jackson TN 38305(731) 661-1530Category Clothing - Children

MaplewoodHealthCareCenterBob Herring100 Cherrywood Place Jackson TN 38305(731) 668-1900wwwgracehccomCategory Nursing Homes

PoprsquosMusicChris McCrudden180 Old Hickory Blvd Ste KJackson TN 38305(731) 660-9995wwwpopsmusicbiz Category Music-Sales andor Service RedRobinGourmetBurgersShane Alexander 1025 Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305 (731) 664-1940wwwredrobincom Category Restaurants

WilksDugoutScott Wilkinson1081 Vann Dr Ste 105Jackson TN 38305(731) 664-6726Category Sports Team Apparel-Retail

VanickGroupLLCMelissa Holley6555 Quince Rd Ste 101 Memphis TN 38119(901) 334-5000wwwvanickcomCategory Website Development

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

SeptemberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

8

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

9

CampaignCo-opJenci SpradlinPO Box 3781Jackson TN 38303(731) 225-6848Category Marketing

ElementALHoldingsLLCMark Mantooth2410 Dr F E Wright DrJackson TN 38305(731) 554-1660Category Manufacturing

FoxCollectionCenterAnne Coffman64 Lynoak CoveJackson TN 38305(731) 660-1099wwwfoxcollectioncomCategory Collection Agencies

GetWellFamilyClinicLaura Farhat MSN FNP-BC375A Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305(731) 300-0770wwwgetwellfamilycliniccomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

HydroRejuvenationMedispaCathy Wallace-Jennings164-A W University PkwyJackson TN 38305(731) 215-1135wwwhydrorejuvenationmedispacomCategory Health and Wellness

JacksonDieCastingLLCJimmy Tapp825 Lower Brownsville RdJackson TN 38301(731) 427-9676wwwkey3castingcomCategory Manufacturing

JimGurleySalesJim Gurley1985 Campbell St Ste E36Jackson TN 38301(731) 422-2400wwwjimgurleysaleslogomallcomCategory Advertising Specialties

PeopleLinkStaffingSolutionsRenee Sappington2097 N Parkway Ste 102Jackson TN 38305(731) 265-4844wwwpeoplelinkstaffingcomCategory Employment Agencies

PerspectiveTalkRadioMonique GrantPO Box 10401Jackson TN 38301(888) 981-2444wwwperspectivetalkradioinfoCategory Radio Stations

QuiznosSubNicolaas Peters1083 Vann Dr Ste 100Jackson TN 38305(731) 660-9997wwwquiznoscomCategory Restaurants

StanleySteemerofJacksonDavid Smith443 Riverside Dr Jackson TN 38301 (731) 423-5533wwwsteemercomCategory Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaning

TheDixieCarterPerformingArtsandEnrichmentCenterLori Neal Nolen191 Court SquareHuntingdon TN 38344(731) 986-2100wwwdixiepacnetCategory Tourist Attractions

WhatrsquosAroundTownYancey PettigrewPO Box 10702Jackson TN 38308(731) 256-7899wwwWATJacksonTNcom Category Advertising - Media

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

OctoberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

10

A-1 Chemical ProductsAll Seasons Refrigeration LLCAllegra Print amp ImagingAllen amp HoshallAlpha Omega Food LLCAramarkArmstrong Hardwood Flooring CompanyAshley Furniture HomestoreBoomerNation BandBoys amp Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County IncBumpus Harley-Davidson of JacksonCantrell Construction Co IncCharleston Catering Company Backyard BarbequeChristensen PhotographicsCongregation BrsquoNai IsraelCustomediaDesigns by JulieElegant EventsEpilepsy Foundation of Middle amp West TNFarm BureauFelecia BellaFiberfoil Insulation CoFlatiron Grille and BistroFowler Construction LLCGeisler Young LLCGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee IncGoSmallBizGrainger Industrial SupplyHayes amp Sons Construction LPHays Plumbing Heating amp Air Conditioning IncHollman Construction Co IncHome Master GroupHVAC Design amp Build SystemsING Financial Advisers LLCIntegrated Corporate SolutionsJackson Generals Baseball ClubJackson Industrial SalesJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Overhead DoorJackson Rotary ClubJarvis Caster Company

JC AudioJimmy Meeks Electric ServiceKarnes Legal ServiceKendall Electric IncKing amp King PLCKiwanis Club of JacksonKyrus Print SolutionsLawrence amp Company CPArsquosLawrence Sorensen Funeral Home IncMadison Men IncMarch of DimesMcLemore amp McLemore PAMighty Product Center IncMiss OlliersquosMobile Document DestructionMOST INCMrs Winners Chicken amp Biscuits Nancy L Choate Attorney at LawNorthbrooke Health Care CenterNorthside Animal Clinic PCNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkOffice Depot 509Office Interiors of JacksonPepsi Beverages CompanyPicasso Bistro PizzeriaPratt Ind (USA) Corrugating DivR amp J Feed Supply Company IncReeds JewelersRobertrsquos JewelersRon Darby-State Farm InsuranceSignaturersquos BoutiqueSipes amp Seaton CPASnagMobSnap FitnessSouthern Concrete ProductsSouthern Lithoplate IncSouthwest FundingStability Growth Solutions LLCSteele Martin Jones amp Company PLCSunrise Recycling ServicesTennessee Community Services AgencyThe Childrenrsquos Clinic PAThe Greer CampaignThe Holy Smoker

The Neely HouseThomas Glass CoThompson amp Smith LLCTotal EscapesTulip Tree Wedding ChapelVaughan Associates Architects IncVineyards Gifts IncVolunteer Management amp Development Co IncWest Madison Senior Citizens CenterWest Tennessee ENT ClinicWest Tennessee Plan RoomWoodrsquos Custom FloorsWorkForce Essentials

SEPTEMBER RENEWING MEMBERS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

11

A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

12

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

13

1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 6: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

Do You Have News To Share To The ChamberIf so email news about your company to Megan Seals

Communications Coordinator at msealsjacksontncom or call 423-2200

Promotions Accomplishments amp Special Recognititons

Commercial Bank and Trust is proud to announce the addition of Laura Byrd as Vice President of the bankrsquos Jackson operations Byrd will focus on medical banking and private banking and brings more than 26 years of experience in financial services in West Tennessee to Commercial Bank and Trust ldquoWe couldnrsquot be happier to have Laurardquo said Community President Monte Jones ldquoWersquove been admiring her work for years in the Jackson market and are proud that she is now on our team She is a wonderful asset to the community and we have no doubt that she will excel at our bankrdquo

Commercial Bank and Trust hires Vice President

West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation Announces Tigrett Award Winner

United States Senator Lamar Alexander was honored with the Tigrett Award at the 22nd Annual West Tennessee Healthcare Foundationrsquos Charity Gala on Saturday November 12 The Tigrett Award first given in 2006 was established to honor Jackson native John Burton Tigrett Tigrett was well known for his world renowned entrepreneurship and philanthropy The Tigrett Award was endowed by Fred Smith of Federal Express and serves to recognize a Tennessean who has greatly contributed to society through hisher talents and leadership locally nationally and abroad Past Tigrett Award recipients include Fashion Designer and Philanthropist Pat Kerr Tigrett United States Senator and Ambassador Howard Baker Actress Dixie Carter Television Personality Wink Martindale and Legendary singer Brenda Lee

FIRST SOUTH BANK ANNOUNCES NEW MORTGAGE DIVISION First South Bank recently announced the hiring of Sheila Greer as the bankrsquos mortgage division manager Greer brings over 24 years of past experience in the mortgage industry and over 31 years in the financial industry working with FHA Tennessee Housing Rural Development conventional and Veterans loans Greer will be responsible for developing relationships with local realtors builders and ensuring that the customerrsquos mortgage experience exceeds their expectations while continuing to grow the bankrsquos mortgage department She will be originating loans throughout West Tennessee Hunter Simmons PresidentCEO of First South Bank comments on the addition of Greer ldquoGreer has over 24 years of experience in assisting the people of West Tennessee realize their dream of home owner-shiprdquo Simmons said ldquoShe possesses the knowledge to ensure each customerrsquos needs are met while placing them into the proper mortgage loan We are excited to welcome Greer to our organizationrdquo

West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon The West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center welcomes Neurosurgeon Alice Cherqui MD DrCherqui earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch graduating with Honors From there she went on to complete an internship at the University of Kansas Medical Center a residency at the Louisiana Health Science Center Department of Neurosurgery and finally a Fellowship of the Complex Spine at the Medical College of Wisconsin Aside from completing numerous training courses DrCherqui has been published multiple times both in trade magazines and textbooks She also has given many presentations before colleagues and helped prepare several professional posters Furthermore Dr Cherqui received the Best Research Award from the Louisiana Neurosurgical Society in January 2009 DrCherqui is fluent in French and is currently an intermediate level student of Spanish To schedule an appointment with Dr Cherqui contact the West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center at 427-2877 or visit 700 West Forest Avenue Suite 200 in Jackson

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

6

CompanyName Foundation Bank a division of McKenzie Banking Company Established 1934Location 1049 Union University DriveChambermembersince 2005NumberofEmployees 5 locally PhoneNumber554-2423OntheWeb wwwfoundationbankorg

Chad Wilson PresidentFoundation Bank

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosnewwithyourorganizationFoundationBank We were just ranked one of the top three ldquoMost Financially Secure Banks in the state of Tennesseerdquo by wwwseifriedbrewcom

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosthebiggestcommunityprojectyoursquoreworkingonrightnowFoundationBank Our bank invests thousands of dollars and hundreds of man hours into the Covenant Ranch in Paris Tenn This is a 100+ acre outdoor oriented retreat center whose goal is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the medium of creation Bow hunting skeet shooting and a corn maze are just a few of the avenues this non-profit organization utilizes

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquoshelpedyourorganizationbecomesuccessfulinourcommunityFoundationBank Being customer-centric We believe our sincere desire to find financial solutions for people focusing on people more than products resonates with the community we serve Success is a by product of our desire to serve others and invest in their financial futures

ChamberConnectionWhatdoesyourorganizationdothatmostpeopledonrsquotknowaboutFoundationBankWe offer a full-service bank We have a network of ATMrsquos we can do mortgage loans and we can even handle all of your investments What people may not realize is that we offer desk-side banking to preserve a warm inviting atmosphere in which to conduct your business People also may not know that we are a diversified bank that also offers accounts receivable financing and rent-to-own contract financing ChamberConnectionWhataresomerecentsuccessesyourorganizationhasexperiencedFoundationBank It was an incredible blessing to receive the Pinnacle Award two years ago in the Large Organization category Itrsquos also great to be ranked by seifriedbrewwcom as one of the most safe and secure banks in the state ChamberConnectionWhatchallengesdoesyourorganizationfaceFoundationBankThe challenges we face as an organization are the same as those that face the banking industry in general Ever-changing government regulations make it difficult to remain efficient in operations and fee-friendly for customers ChamberConnectionWhataresomeofthefuturegoalsofyourorganizationFoundationBank To be a total financial solutions provider shattering the paradigm of typical banking to continue growing with a marathon mentality and to continue to invest a good portion of our profits in worthwhile causes

ChamberConnectionArethereanythingswedidnrsquotaskthatyouwouldliketoshareFoundationBank People may not realize that we are based out of McKenzie We are not a new bank we are a 77-year-old bank that is family owned and operated

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

7

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

AllergyampAsthmaCareDr Alan DeJarnatt464 N Parkway Ste DJackson TN 38305(731) 660-0138wwwallergymemphiscomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

AngiersquosBookAtticAngie Shearon368 N Parkway Ste 4Jackson TN 38305 (731) 256-1769wwwangiesbookatticcomCategory Book Dealers Stores amp Depositories

DartsCarts-GolfCartSalesampServiceTrad Longeway2142 Westover Rd Jackson TN 38301(731) 300-0252wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Cart-Sales andor Service

ElementsSalonLesley Buchanan100-F Vann DrJackson TN 38305(731) 668-6130Category Beauty Salons

FarmBureauInsuranceSteve Neil1385 S Highland Ave Ste B4Jackson TN 38301(731) 427-9678wwwfbitncomCategory Insurance

HubCityBicycleCoIncAdrian Parchman621 Old Hickory Blvd Ste LJackson TN 38305(731) 554-2453wwwhubcitybicyclecomCategory Bicycles

MagsandLuLuMaggie Herndon189-B W University Pkwy Jackson TN 38305(731) 661-1530Category Clothing - Children

MaplewoodHealthCareCenterBob Herring100 Cherrywood Place Jackson TN 38305(731) 668-1900wwwgracehccomCategory Nursing Homes

PoprsquosMusicChris McCrudden180 Old Hickory Blvd Ste KJackson TN 38305(731) 660-9995wwwpopsmusicbiz Category Music-Sales andor Service RedRobinGourmetBurgersShane Alexander 1025 Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305 (731) 664-1940wwwredrobincom Category Restaurants

WilksDugoutScott Wilkinson1081 Vann Dr Ste 105Jackson TN 38305(731) 664-6726Category Sports Team Apparel-Retail

VanickGroupLLCMelissa Holley6555 Quince Rd Ste 101 Memphis TN 38119(901) 334-5000wwwvanickcomCategory Website Development

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

SeptemberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

8

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

9

CampaignCo-opJenci SpradlinPO Box 3781Jackson TN 38303(731) 225-6848Category Marketing

ElementALHoldingsLLCMark Mantooth2410 Dr F E Wright DrJackson TN 38305(731) 554-1660Category Manufacturing

FoxCollectionCenterAnne Coffman64 Lynoak CoveJackson TN 38305(731) 660-1099wwwfoxcollectioncomCategory Collection Agencies

GetWellFamilyClinicLaura Farhat MSN FNP-BC375A Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305(731) 300-0770wwwgetwellfamilycliniccomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

HydroRejuvenationMedispaCathy Wallace-Jennings164-A W University PkwyJackson TN 38305(731) 215-1135wwwhydrorejuvenationmedispacomCategory Health and Wellness

JacksonDieCastingLLCJimmy Tapp825 Lower Brownsville RdJackson TN 38301(731) 427-9676wwwkey3castingcomCategory Manufacturing

JimGurleySalesJim Gurley1985 Campbell St Ste E36Jackson TN 38301(731) 422-2400wwwjimgurleysaleslogomallcomCategory Advertising Specialties

PeopleLinkStaffingSolutionsRenee Sappington2097 N Parkway Ste 102Jackson TN 38305(731) 265-4844wwwpeoplelinkstaffingcomCategory Employment Agencies

PerspectiveTalkRadioMonique GrantPO Box 10401Jackson TN 38301(888) 981-2444wwwperspectivetalkradioinfoCategory Radio Stations

QuiznosSubNicolaas Peters1083 Vann Dr Ste 100Jackson TN 38305(731) 660-9997wwwquiznoscomCategory Restaurants

StanleySteemerofJacksonDavid Smith443 Riverside Dr Jackson TN 38301 (731) 423-5533wwwsteemercomCategory Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaning

TheDixieCarterPerformingArtsandEnrichmentCenterLori Neal Nolen191 Court SquareHuntingdon TN 38344(731) 986-2100wwwdixiepacnetCategory Tourist Attractions

WhatrsquosAroundTownYancey PettigrewPO Box 10702Jackson TN 38308(731) 256-7899wwwWATJacksonTNcom Category Advertising - Media

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

OctoberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

10

A-1 Chemical ProductsAll Seasons Refrigeration LLCAllegra Print amp ImagingAllen amp HoshallAlpha Omega Food LLCAramarkArmstrong Hardwood Flooring CompanyAshley Furniture HomestoreBoomerNation BandBoys amp Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County IncBumpus Harley-Davidson of JacksonCantrell Construction Co IncCharleston Catering Company Backyard BarbequeChristensen PhotographicsCongregation BrsquoNai IsraelCustomediaDesigns by JulieElegant EventsEpilepsy Foundation of Middle amp West TNFarm BureauFelecia BellaFiberfoil Insulation CoFlatiron Grille and BistroFowler Construction LLCGeisler Young LLCGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee IncGoSmallBizGrainger Industrial SupplyHayes amp Sons Construction LPHays Plumbing Heating amp Air Conditioning IncHollman Construction Co IncHome Master GroupHVAC Design amp Build SystemsING Financial Advisers LLCIntegrated Corporate SolutionsJackson Generals Baseball ClubJackson Industrial SalesJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Overhead DoorJackson Rotary ClubJarvis Caster Company

JC AudioJimmy Meeks Electric ServiceKarnes Legal ServiceKendall Electric IncKing amp King PLCKiwanis Club of JacksonKyrus Print SolutionsLawrence amp Company CPArsquosLawrence Sorensen Funeral Home IncMadison Men IncMarch of DimesMcLemore amp McLemore PAMighty Product Center IncMiss OlliersquosMobile Document DestructionMOST INCMrs Winners Chicken amp Biscuits Nancy L Choate Attorney at LawNorthbrooke Health Care CenterNorthside Animal Clinic PCNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkOffice Depot 509Office Interiors of JacksonPepsi Beverages CompanyPicasso Bistro PizzeriaPratt Ind (USA) Corrugating DivR amp J Feed Supply Company IncReeds JewelersRobertrsquos JewelersRon Darby-State Farm InsuranceSignaturersquos BoutiqueSipes amp Seaton CPASnagMobSnap FitnessSouthern Concrete ProductsSouthern Lithoplate IncSouthwest FundingStability Growth Solutions LLCSteele Martin Jones amp Company PLCSunrise Recycling ServicesTennessee Community Services AgencyThe Childrenrsquos Clinic PAThe Greer CampaignThe Holy Smoker

The Neely HouseThomas Glass CoThompson amp Smith LLCTotal EscapesTulip Tree Wedding ChapelVaughan Associates Architects IncVineyards Gifts IncVolunteer Management amp Development Co IncWest Madison Senior Citizens CenterWest Tennessee ENT ClinicWest Tennessee Plan RoomWoodrsquos Custom FloorsWorkForce Essentials

SEPTEMBER RENEWING MEMBERS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

11

A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

12

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

13

1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 7: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

CompanyName Foundation Bank a division of McKenzie Banking Company Established 1934Location 1049 Union University DriveChambermembersince 2005NumberofEmployees 5 locally PhoneNumber554-2423OntheWeb wwwfoundationbankorg

Chad Wilson PresidentFoundation Bank

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosnewwithyourorganizationFoundationBank We were just ranked one of the top three ldquoMost Financially Secure Banks in the state of Tennesseerdquo by wwwseifriedbrewcom

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquosthebiggestcommunityprojectyoursquoreworkingonrightnowFoundationBank Our bank invests thousands of dollars and hundreds of man hours into the Covenant Ranch in Paris Tenn This is a 100+ acre outdoor oriented retreat center whose goal is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the medium of creation Bow hunting skeet shooting and a corn maze are just a few of the avenues this non-profit organization utilizes

ChamberConnectionWhatrsquoshelpedyourorganizationbecomesuccessfulinourcommunityFoundationBank Being customer-centric We believe our sincere desire to find financial solutions for people focusing on people more than products resonates with the community we serve Success is a by product of our desire to serve others and invest in their financial futures

ChamberConnectionWhatdoesyourorganizationdothatmostpeopledonrsquotknowaboutFoundationBankWe offer a full-service bank We have a network of ATMrsquos we can do mortgage loans and we can even handle all of your investments What people may not realize is that we offer desk-side banking to preserve a warm inviting atmosphere in which to conduct your business People also may not know that we are a diversified bank that also offers accounts receivable financing and rent-to-own contract financing ChamberConnectionWhataresomerecentsuccessesyourorganizationhasexperiencedFoundationBank It was an incredible blessing to receive the Pinnacle Award two years ago in the Large Organization category Itrsquos also great to be ranked by seifriedbrewwcom as one of the most safe and secure banks in the state ChamberConnectionWhatchallengesdoesyourorganizationfaceFoundationBankThe challenges we face as an organization are the same as those that face the banking industry in general Ever-changing government regulations make it difficult to remain efficient in operations and fee-friendly for customers ChamberConnectionWhataresomeofthefuturegoalsofyourorganizationFoundationBank To be a total financial solutions provider shattering the paradigm of typical banking to continue growing with a marathon mentality and to continue to invest a good portion of our profits in worthwhile causes

ChamberConnectionArethereanythingswedidnrsquotaskthatyouwouldliketoshareFoundationBank People may not realize that we are based out of McKenzie We are not a new bank we are a 77-year-old bank that is family owned and operated

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

7

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

AllergyampAsthmaCareDr Alan DeJarnatt464 N Parkway Ste DJackson TN 38305(731) 660-0138wwwallergymemphiscomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

AngiersquosBookAtticAngie Shearon368 N Parkway Ste 4Jackson TN 38305 (731) 256-1769wwwangiesbookatticcomCategory Book Dealers Stores amp Depositories

DartsCarts-GolfCartSalesampServiceTrad Longeway2142 Westover Rd Jackson TN 38301(731) 300-0252wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Cart-Sales andor Service

ElementsSalonLesley Buchanan100-F Vann DrJackson TN 38305(731) 668-6130Category Beauty Salons

FarmBureauInsuranceSteve Neil1385 S Highland Ave Ste B4Jackson TN 38301(731) 427-9678wwwfbitncomCategory Insurance

HubCityBicycleCoIncAdrian Parchman621 Old Hickory Blvd Ste LJackson TN 38305(731) 554-2453wwwhubcitybicyclecomCategory Bicycles

MagsandLuLuMaggie Herndon189-B W University Pkwy Jackson TN 38305(731) 661-1530Category Clothing - Children

MaplewoodHealthCareCenterBob Herring100 Cherrywood Place Jackson TN 38305(731) 668-1900wwwgracehccomCategory Nursing Homes

PoprsquosMusicChris McCrudden180 Old Hickory Blvd Ste KJackson TN 38305(731) 660-9995wwwpopsmusicbiz Category Music-Sales andor Service RedRobinGourmetBurgersShane Alexander 1025 Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305 (731) 664-1940wwwredrobincom Category Restaurants

WilksDugoutScott Wilkinson1081 Vann Dr Ste 105Jackson TN 38305(731) 664-6726Category Sports Team Apparel-Retail

VanickGroupLLCMelissa Holley6555 Quince Rd Ste 101 Memphis TN 38119(901) 334-5000wwwvanickcomCategory Website Development

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

SeptemberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

8

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

9

CampaignCo-opJenci SpradlinPO Box 3781Jackson TN 38303(731) 225-6848Category Marketing

ElementALHoldingsLLCMark Mantooth2410 Dr F E Wright DrJackson TN 38305(731) 554-1660Category Manufacturing

FoxCollectionCenterAnne Coffman64 Lynoak CoveJackson TN 38305(731) 660-1099wwwfoxcollectioncomCategory Collection Agencies

GetWellFamilyClinicLaura Farhat MSN FNP-BC375A Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305(731) 300-0770wwwgetwellfamilycliniccomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

HydroRejuvenationMedispaCathy Wallace-Jennings164-A W University PkwyJackson TN 38305(731) 215-1135wwwhydrorejuvenationmedispacomCategory Health and Wellness

JacksonDieCastingLLCJimmy Tapp825 Lower Brownsville RdJackson TN 38301(731) 427-9676wwwkey3castingcomCategory Manufacturing

JimGurleySalesJim Gurley1985 Campbell St Ste E36Jackson TN 38301(731) 422-2400wwwjimgurleysaleslogomallcomCategory Advertising Specialties

PeopleLinkStaffingSolutionsRenee Sappington2097 N Parkway Ste 102Jackson TN 38305(731) 265-4844wwwpeoplelinkstaffingcomCategory Employment Agencies

PerspectiveTalkRadioMonique GrantPO Box 10401Jackson TN 38301(888) 981-2444wwwperspectivetalkradioinfoCategory Radio Stations

QuiznosSubNicolaas Peters1083 Vann Dr Ste 100Jackson TN 38305(731) 660-9997wwwquiznoscomCategory Restaurants

StanleySteemerofJacksonDavid Smith443 Riverside Dr Jackson TN 38301 (731) 423-5533wwwsteemercomCategory Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaning

TheDixieCarterPerformingArtsandEnrichmentCenterLori Neal Nolen191 Court SquareHuntingdon TN 38344(731) 986-2100wwwdixiepacnetCategory Tourist Attractions

WhatrsquosAroundTownYancey PettigrewPO Box 10702Jackson TN 38308(731) 256-7899wwwWATJacksonTNcom Category Advertising - Media

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

OctoberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

10

A-1 Chemical ProductsAll Seasons Refrigeration LLCAllegra Print amp ImagingAllen amp HoshallAlpha Omega Food LLCAramarkArmstrong Hardwood Flooring CompanyAshley Furniture HomestoreBoomerNation BandBoys amp Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County IncBumpus Harley-Davidson of JacksonCantrell Construction Co IncCharleston Catering Company Backyard BarbequeChristensen PhotographicsCongregation BrsquoNai IsraelCustomediaDesigns by JulieElegant EventsEpilepsy Foundation of Middle amp West TNFarm BureauFelecia BellaFiberfoil Insulation CoFlatiron Grille and BistroFowler Construction LLCGeisler Young LLCGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee IncGoSmallBizGrainger Industrial SupplyHayes amp Sons Construction LPHays Plumbing Heating amp Air Conditioning IncHollman Construction Co IncHome Master GroupHVAC Design amp Build SystemsING Financial Advisers LLCIntegrated Corporate SolutionsJackson Generals Baseball ClubJackson Industrial SalesJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Overhead DoorJackson Rotary ClubJarvis Caster Company

JC AudioJimmy Meeks Electric ServiceKarnes Legal ServiceKendall Electric IncKing amp King PLCKiwanis Club of JacksonKyrus Print SolutionsLawrence amp Company CPArsquosLawrence Sorensen Funeral Home IncMadison Men IncMarch of DimesMcLemore amp McLemore PAMighty Product Center IncMiss OlliersquosMobile Document DestructionMOST INCMrs Winners Chicken amp Biscuits Nancy L Choate Attorney at LawNorthbrooke Health Care CenterNorthside Animal Clinic PCNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkOffice Depot 509Office Interiors of JacksonPepsi Beverages CompanyPicasso Bistro PizzeriaPratt Ind (USA) Corrugating DivR amp J Feed Supply Company IncReeds JewelersRobertrsquos JewelersRon Darby-State Farm InsuranceSignaturersquos BoutiqueSipes amp Seaton CPASnagMobSnap FitnessSouthern Concrete ProductsSouthern Lithoplate IncSouthwest FundingStability Growth Solutions LLCSteele Martin Jones amp Company PLCSunrise Recycling ServicesTennessee Community Services AgencyThe Childrenrsquos Clinic PAThe Greer CampaignThe Holy Smoker

The Neely HouseThomas Glass CoThompson amp Smith LLCTotal EscapesTulip Tree Wedding ChapelVaughan Associates Architects IncVineyards Gifts IncVolunteer Management amp Development Co IncWest Madison Senior Citizens CenterWest Tennessee ENT ClinicWest Tennessee Plan RoomWoodrsquos Custom FloorsWorkForce Essentials

SEPTEMBER RENEWING MEMBERS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

11

A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

12

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

13

1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 8: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

AllergyampAsthmaCareDr Alan DeJarnatt464 N Parkway Ste DJackson TN 38305(731) 660-0138wwwallergymemphiscomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

AngiersquosBookAtticAngie Shearon368 N Parkway Ste 4Jackson TN 38305 (731) 256-1769wwwangiesbookatticcomCategory Book Dealers Stores amp Depositories

DartsCarts-GolfCartSalesampServiceTrad Longeway2142 Westover Rd Jackson TN 38301(731) 300-0252wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Cart-Sales andor Service

ElementsSalonLesley Buchanan100-F Vann DrJackson TN 38305(731) 668-6130Category Beauty Salons

FarmBureauInsuranceSteve Neil1385 S Highland Ave Ste B4Jackson TN 38301(731) 427-9678wwwfbitncomCategory Insurance

HubCityBicycleCoIncAdrian Parchman621 Old Hickory Blvd Ste LJackson TN 38305(731) 554-2453wwwhubcitybicyclecomCategory Bicycles

MagsandLuLuMaggie Herndon189-B W University Pkwy Jackson TN 38305(731) 661-1530Category Clothing - Children

MaplewoodHealthCareCenterBob Herring100 Cherrywood Place Jackson TN 38305(731) 668-1900wwwgracehccomCategory Nursing Homes

PoprsquosMusicChris McCrudden180 Old Hickory Blvd Ste KJackson TN 38305(731) 660-9995wwwpopsmusicbiz Category Music-Sales andor Service RedRobinGourmetBurgersShane Alexander 1025 Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305 (731) 664-1940wwwredrobincom Category Restaurants

WilksDugoutScott Wilkinson1081 Vann Dr Ste 105Jackson TN 38305(731) 664-6726Category Sports Team Apparel-Retail

VanickGroupLLCMelissa Holley6555 Quince Rd Ste 101 Memphis TN 38119(901) 334-5000wwwvanickcomCategory Website Development

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

SeptemberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

8

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

9

CampaignCo-opJenci SpradlinPO Box 3781Jackson TN 38303(731) 225-6848Category Marketing

ElementALHoldingsLLCMark Mantooth2410 Dr F E Wright DrJackson TN 38305(731) 554-1660Category Manufacturing

FoxCollectionCenterAnne Coffman64 Lynoak CoveJackson TN 38305(731) 660-1099wwwfoxcollectioncomCategory Collection Agencies

GetWellFamilyClinicLaura Farhat MSN FNP-BC375A Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305(731) 300-0770wwwgetwellfamilycliniccomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

HydroRejuvenationMedispaCathy Wallace-Jennings164-A W University PkwyJackson TN 38305(731) 215-1135wwwhydrorejuvenationmedispacomCategory Health and Wellness

JacksonDieCastingLLCJimmy Tapp825 Lower Brownsville RdJackson TN 38301(731) 427-9676wwwkey3castingcomCategory Manufacturing

JimGurleySalesJim Gurley1985 Campbell St Ste E36Jackson TN 38301(731) 422-2400wwwjimgurleysaleslogomallcomCategory Advertising Specialties

PeopleLinkStaffingSolutionsRenee Sappington2097 N Parkway Ste 102Jackson TN 38305(731) 265-4844wwwpeoplelinkstaffingcomCategory Employment Agencies

PerspectiveTalkRadioMonique GrantPO Box 10401Jackson TN 38301(888) 981-2444wwwperspectivetalkradioinfoCategory Radio Stations

QuiznosSubNicolaas Peters1083 Vann Dr Ste 100Jackson TN 38305(731) 660-9997wwwquiznoscomCategory Restaurants

StanleySteemerofJacksonDavid Smith443 Riverside Dr Jackson TN 38301 (731) 423-5533wwwsteemercomCategory Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaning

TheDixieCarterPerformingArtsandEnrichmentCenterLori Neal Nolen191 Court SquareHuntingdon TN 38344(731) 986-2100wwwdixiepacnetCategory Tourist Attractions

WhatrsquosAroundTownYancey PettigrewPO Box 10702Jackson TN 38308(731) 256-7899wwwWATJacksonTNcom Category Advertising - Media

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

OctoberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

10

A-1 Chemical ProductsAll Seasons Refrigeration LLCAllegra Print amp ImagingAllen amp HoshallAlpha Omega Food LLCAramarkArmstrong Hardwood Flooring CompanyAshley Furniture HomestoreBoomerNation BandBoys amp Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County IncBumpus Harley-Davidson of JacksonCantrell Construction Co IncCharleston Catering Company Backyard BarbequeChristensen PhotographicsCongregation BrsquoNai IsraelCustomediaDesigns by JulieElegant EventsEpilepsy Foundation of Middle amp West TNFarm BureauFelecia BellaFiberfoil Insulation CoFlatiron Grille and BistroFowler Construction LLCGeisler Young LLCGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee IncGoSmallBizGrainger Industrial SupplyHayes amp Sons Construction LPHays Plumbing Heating amp Air Conditioning IncHollman Construction Co IncHome Master GroupHVAC Design amp Build SystemsING Financial Advisers LLCIntegrated Corporate SolutionsJackson Generals Baseball ClubJackson Industrial SalesJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Overhead DoorJackson Rotary ClubJarvis Caster Company

JC AudioJimmy Meeks Electric ServiceKarnes Legal ServiceKendall Electric IncKing amp King PLCKiwanis Club of JacksonKyrus Print SolutionsLawrence amp Company CPArsquosLawrence Sorensen Funeral Home IncMadison Men IncMarch of DimesMcLemore amp McLemore PAMighty Product Center IncMiss OlliersquosMobile Document DestructionMOST INCMrs Winners Chicken amp Biscuits Nancy L Choate Attorney at LawNorthbrooke Health Care CenterNorthside Animal Clinic PCNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkOffice Depot 509Office Interiors of JacksonPepsi Beverages CompanyPicasso Bistro PizzeriaPratt Ind (USA) Corrugating DivR amp J Feed Supply Company IncReeds JewelersRobertrsquos JewelersRon Darby-State Farm InsuranceSignaturersquos BoutiqueSipes amp Seaton CPASnagMobSnap FitnessSouthern Concrete ProductsSouthern Lithoplate IncSouthwest FundingStability Growth Solutions LLCSteele Martin Jones amp Company PLCSunrise Recycling ServicesTennessee Community Services AgencyThe Childrenrsquos Clinic PAThe Greer CampaignThe Holy Smoker

The Neely HouseThomas Glass CoThompson amp Smith LLCTotal EscapesTulip Tree Wedding ChapelVaughan Associates Architects IncVineyards Gifts IncVolunteer Management amp Development Co IncWest Madison Senior Citizens CenterWest Tennessee ENT ClinicWest Tennessee Plan RoomWoodrsquos Custom FloorsWorkForce Essentials

SEPTEMBER RENEWING MEMBERS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

11

A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

12

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

13

1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 9: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

9

CampaignCo-opJenci SpradlinPO Box 3781Jackson TN 38303(731) 225-6848Category Marketing

ElementALHoldingsLLCMark Mantooth2410 Dr F E Wright DrJackson TN 38305(731) 554-1660Category Manufacturing

FoxCollectionCenterAnne Coffman64 Lynoak CoveJackson TN 38305(731) 660-1099wwwfoxcollectioncomCategory Collection Agencies

GetWellFamilyClinicLaura Farhat MSN FNP-BC375A Vann Dr Jackson TN 38305(731) 300-0770wwwgetwellfamilycliniccomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

HydroRejuvenationMedispaCathy Wallace-Jennings164-A W University PkwyJackson TN 38305(731) 215-1135wwwhydrorejuvenationmedispacomCategory Health and Wellness

JacksonDieCastingLLCJimmy Tapp825 Lower Brownsville RdJackson TN 38301(731) 427-9676wwwkey3castingcomCategory Manufacturing

JimGurleySalesJim Gurley1985 Campbell St Ste E36Jackson TN 38301(731) 422-2400wwwjimgurleysaleslogomallcomCategory Advertising Specialties

PeopleLinkStaffingSolutionsRenee Sappington2097 N Parkway Ste 102Jackson TN 38305(731) 265-4844wwwpeoplelinkstaffingcomCategory Employment Agencies

PerspectiveTalkRadioMonique GrantPO Box 10401Jackson TN 38301(888) 981-2444wwwperspectivetalkradioinfoCategory Radio Stations

QuiznosSubNicolaas Peters1083 Vann Dr Ste 100Jackson TN 38305(731) 660-9997wwwquiznoscomCategory Restaurants

StanleySteemerofJacksonDavid Smith443 Riverside Dr Jackson TN 38301 (731) 423-5533wwwsteemercomCategory Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaning

TheDixieCarterPerformingArtsandEnrichmentCenterLori Neal Nolen191 Court SquareHuntingdon TN 38344(731) 986-2100wwwdixiepacnetCategory Tourist Attractions

WhatrsquosAroundTownYancey PettigrewPO Box 10702Jackson TN 38308(731) 256-7899wwwWATJacksonTNcom Category Advertising - Media

BIG THANKS TO NEW MEMBERS OF THE CHAMBER

COMING SOON Chamber Connection Special Edition

featuring the 2011 Rock The Chamber Membership Event with new members volunteers award

listing photo gallery etc

OctoberNewMembers

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

10

A-1 Chemical ProductsAll Seasons Refrigeration LLCAllegra Print amp ImagingAllen amp HoshallAlpha Omega Food LLCAramarkArmstrong Hardwood Flooring CompanyAshley Furniture HomestoreBoomerNation BandBoys amp Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County IncBumpus Harley-Davidson of JacksonCantrell Construction Co IncCharleston Catering Company Backyard BarbequeChristensen PhotographicsCongregation BrsquoNai IsraelCustomediaDesigns by JulieElegant EventsEpilepsy Foundation of Middle amp West TNFarm BureauFelecia BellaFiberfoil Insulation CoFlatiron Grille and BistroFowler Construction LLCGeisler Young LLCGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee IncGoSmallBizGrainger Industrial SupplyHayes amp Sons Construction LPHays Plumbing Heating amp Air Conditioning IncHollman Construction Co IncHome Master GroupHVAC Design amp Build SystemsING Financial Advisers LLCIntegrated Corporate SolutionsJackson Generals Baseball ClubJackson Industrial SalesJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Overhead DoorJackson Rotary ClubJarvis Caster Company

JC AudioJimmy Meeks Electric ServiceKarnes Legal ServiceKendall Electric IncKing amp King PLCKiwanis Club of JacksonKyrus Print SolutionsLawrence amp Company CPArsquosLawrence Sorensen Funeral Home IncMadison Men IncMarch of DimesMcLemore amp McLemore PAMighty Product Center IncMiss OlliersquosMobile Document DestructionMOST INCMrs Winners Chicken amp Biscuits Nancy L Choate Attorney at LawNorthbrooke Health Care CenterNorthside Animal Clinic PCNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkOffice Depot 509Office Interiors of JacksonPepsi Beverages CompanyPicasso Bistro PizzeriaPratt Ind (USA) Corrugating DivR amp J Feed Supply Company IncReeds JewelersRobertrsquos JewelersRon Darby-State Farm InsuranceSignaturersquos BoutiqueSipes amp Seaton CPASnagMobSnap FitnessSouthern Concrete ProductsSouthern Lithoplate IncSouthwest FundingStability Growth Solutions LLCSteele Martin Jones amp Company PLCSunrise Recycling ServicesTennessee Community Services AgencyThe Childrenrsquos Clinic PAThe Greer CampaignThe Holy Smoker

The Neely HouseThomas Glass CoThompson amp Smith LLCTotal EscapesTulip Tree Wedding ChapelVaughan Associates Architects IncVineyards Gifts IncVolunteer Management amp Development Co IncWest Madison Senior Citizens CenterWest Tennessee ENT ClinicWest Tennessee Plan RoomWoodrsquos Custom FloorsWorkForce Essentials

SEPTEMBER RENEWING MEMBERS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

11

A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

12

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

13

1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 10: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

10

A-1 Chemical ProductsAll Seasons Refrigeration LLCAllegra Print amp ImagingAllen amp HoshallAlpha Omega Food LLCAramarkArmstrong Hardwood Flooring CompanyAshley Furniture HomestoreBoomerNation BandBoys amp Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County IncBumpus Harley-Davidson of JacksonCantrell Construction Co IncCharleston Catering Company Backyard BarbequeChristensen PhotographicsCongregation BrsquoNai IsraelCustomediaDesigns by JulieElegant EventsEpilepsy Foundation of Middle amp West TNFarm BureauFelecia BellaFiberfoil Insulation CoFlatiron Grille and BistroFowler Construction LLCGeisler Young LLCGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee IncGoSmallBizGrainger Industrial SupplyHayes amp Sons Construction LPHays Plumbing Heating amp Air Conditioning IncHollman Construction Co IncHome Master GroupHVAC Design amp Build SystemsING Financial Advisers LLCIntegrated Corporate SolutionsJackson Generals Baseball ClubJackson Industrial SalesJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Overhead DoorJackson Rotary ClubJarvis Caster Company

JC AudioJimmy Meeks Electric ServiceKarnes Legal ServiceKendall Electric IncKing amp King PLCKiwanis Club of JacksonKyrus Print SolutionsLawrence amp Company CPArsquosLawrence Sorensen Funeral Home IncMadison Men IncMarch of DimesMcLemore amp McLemore PAMighty Product Center IncMiss OlliersquosMobile Document DestructionMOST INCMrs Winners Chicken amp Biscuits Nancy L Choate Attorney at LawNorthbrooke Health Care CenterNorthside Animal Clinic PCNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkOffice Depot 509Office Interiors of JacksonPepsi Beverages CompanyPicasso Bistro PizzeriaPratt Ind (USA) Corrugating DivR amp J Feed Supply Company IncReeds JewelersRobertrsquos JewelersRon Darby-State Farm InsuranceSignaturersquos BoutiqueSipes amp Seaton CPASnagMobSnap FitnessSouthern Concrete ProductsSouthern Lithoplate IncSouthwest FundingStability Growth Solutions LLCSteele Martin Jones amp Company PLCSunrise Recycling ServicesTennessee Community Services AgencyThe Childrenrsquos Clinic PAThe Greer CampaignThe Holy Smoker

The Neely HouseThomas Glass CoThompson amp Smith LLCTotal EscapesTulip Tree Wedding ChapelVaughan Associates Architects IncVineyards Gifts IncVolunteer Management amp Development Co IncWest Madison Senior Citizens CenterWest Tennessee ENT ClinicWest Tennessee Plan RoomWoodrsquos Custom FloorsWorkForce Essentials

SEPTEMBER RENEWING MEMBERS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

11

A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

12

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

13

1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 11: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

11

A - Z Office Resource IncADS SecurityAFLAC - Hazel JohnsonAll Star Property Managment amp Realty CoAloha Pools amp Spas of JacksonAsahi Japanese SteakhouseBakerrsquos RackBethel UniversityBillrsquos Appliance IncBodyworks Massage amp School of Massage IncBradford Chase Apartment HomesBrandon Jones-State Farm InsuranceBrantley Charter IncButts Foods IncCades Assisted Living CenterCapital InvestmentsClay GoodrichTown amp Country Inc RealtorsCommunity BankCookrsquos Pest ControlCopies Plus IncCreekside ApartmentsCrime Stoppers of Jackson Madison CoDCADCPRDental Associates IncDraw Enterprises LLC DBA REMAX Realty SourceDrs Burnett and BurnettFamily amp Cosmetic Dentistry of Jackson PLLCFellowship Bible ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFisher Construction Co IncForest Cove Manor Nursing Centers IncFrankie Plunk Travel Service IncGGrsquos Sweet Soles IncGolden Key RealtorsHampton Inn and Suites JacksonHandy Home CenterHeavenly HamHermitage ApartmentsHomestead Pest Control Co

Horton amp AssociatesHub City Waste Paper LLCHutcherson Metals IncIce Cream on Wheels ConcessioniDesign Architecture Group LLCInfinite Consulting Group IncJack Morris Auto GlassJackson Area Council On AlcoholismJackson Energy AuthorityJackson Massage amp Day SpaJackson Preparatory SchoolJackson Regional Womenrsquos CenterJonah Affordable Housing OrganizationLand Office - RealtorsLiles Brothers amp SonMadison County CASAManpower West TennesseeMcCowat Mercer Packaging IncMcCoyrsquos Heating amp AirMeineke Car Care CenterMelvin Wright DDSMemphis Communications CorporationMeritan IncMike Hopper PromotionsModern Telephone SystemsNew Day Marketing Group amp Hometown ConnectionOrsquoCharleyrsquos RestaurantPaul Latham Bar-B-Q IncPearson Safety Services LLCPhoenix Management Group LLC Quality InnRaines DesignRegional Hospital of JacksonRichards FootwearRobinson Reagan amp Young PLLCRusstock Janitorial LLCSacred Heart of Jesus High SchoolSakuraSERVPRO of Jackson Crockett CountyShipman HR Consulting LLCSolar amp Renewable Power Systems LLC

Southeast Financial Credit UnionSoutheastern Reinforcing IncSowellrsquos Diesel RepairStuart C Irby CoTennalumThe Forked Vine Wine and SpiritsThe Learning Achievement Center LLCThe Salvation ArmyThe UPS Store 4691The Woods of Post HouseThomas Media - WWYNWFKX WHHMWZDQThree Men and a MopTom Lawlers IncTrends SalonWal Mart 393White amp Associates Insurance - Perry AgencyWilliams Steel CoWood Heat Specialists IncWorkcare Resources Inc

October Renewing Members

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

12

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

13

1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 12: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

West TN State FairPO Box 1404wwwwtsfaircom

Any Art118 E Lafayette St wwwanyartcomCategory ArtArt Galleries

Ms Annrsquos House at Aspell Recovery Center331 N Highland Ave wwwaspellrecoverycomCategory Alcohol amp Drug Abuse Prevention amp Treatment Service

Redden Total Therapy1385 South Highland Ave Suite B3wwwreddentherapycomCategory Physical Therapist

Dermatology amp Skin Cancer Consultants701 Medical Park Dr HumboldtwwwdermandskincancercomCategory Clinics amp Medical Groups

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

12

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

bull November152pm- West TN School for the Deafrsquos new playground 100 Berryhill Drive Contact Kristi Lindsey (731) 423-5705

bull November1612pm-Allergy amp Asthma Care 464 N Parkway Contact Jan Cathey (731) 660-0138

bull November164pm- Get Well Family Clinic 375A Vann Drive Contact Laura Farhat (731) 300-0770

bull November2310am-The Dream Center 49 Old Hickory Boulevard Extended Contact Gail Gustafson (731) 512-0095

bull December62pm- Paul Davis Resto-ration 3000 Greystone Square Contact Lindsey Powell (731) 793-0003

bull December93pm - Avalon Hospice 1024 Greystone Square Contact Lisa Yates (731) 736-2046

bull December133pm-4pm - Home-Based and Out of Town Businesses The Chamber Contact Lisa Cothran (731) 423-2200

Elite Dental Care47 Northstar Dr wwwelitedentalcarecomCategory Dentist - Dental Care

Welcome to our newest Partner-in- Education Dement Tree Service partnered with Thelma Barker Elementary

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

13

1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 13: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

Alan Vines Automotive of Jackson LLC1639 Highway 45 BypasswwwalanvinesautomotivecomCategory Automobile Dealers

Madison Haywood Developmental Services38 Garland DrwwwmhdsorgCategory Non-Profit Organizations

Wild Smiles Pediatric Dentistry1189 Vann Dr wwwwildsmilesusCategory Dentists- Dental Care

Dartrsquos Carts2142 Westover Rd wwwdartscartscomCategory Golf Carts-Sales andor Service

Creasy amp Jones Attorneys 25 Security Dr Suite BCategory Attorneys

University of Tennessee At Martin Jackson Center3031 Highway 45 BypasswwwutmeduecosCategory Education- Schools amp College

Poprsquos Music180 Old Hickory Boulevard Suite KwwwpopsmusicbizCategory Music-Sales and

Steve Neil Madison County Farm Bureau1385 South Highland Ste B4wwwfbitncom Category Insurance

Tis the Season80 Innsdale Cove Ste GCategory Gift Shops

Bliss SalonSpa80 Innsdale Cove Stes A amp BCategory Beauty Salons

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

13

1st Year AnniversaryPatient Centered Physicianrsquos Care25 Security Dr wwwpc3mdcomCategory Physicians amp Surgeons

RIBBON CUTTINGS amp OPENINGS

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)

Page 14: October & November 2011 Chamber Connection

THE CHAMBERjacksontncom

14

Sales Tax Collected

City of Jackson

Madison County

Labor Force

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

Residential

Number IssuedPermit Value

Commercial

Number IssuedPermit Value

August lsquo11

48790

56710

3129900

154344000

August lsquo10

48390

56340

2777100

139919000

Rate Change

08

07

127

103

July lsquo11

50050

58200

3144800

July lsquo10

48750

56700

3064600

155270000

Rate Change

27

26

26

-03

Unemployment

Madison County

Jackson MSA(Madison and Chester Counties)

Tennessee

United States

August lsquo11

104

104

96 91

August lsquo10

98

99

96

95

Rate Change

06

05

00

-04

July lsquo11

102 103

96

93

July lsquo10

98

99

96

97

Rate Change

04

04

00

-04

Sept lsquo11

$3575625

$3878984

Rate Change

41

49

Sept lsquo10

$3434458

$3698070

August lsquo11

$3687884

$4008789

August lsquo10

$3504994

$3779852

Rate Change

52

61

September lsquo11

11$1921000

September lsquo10

23 $3415400

August lsquo11

18 $2741500

August lsquo10

13$3222000

13$20008383

17$7967337

15 $3448576

14$2909779

154812000

Residential and Commercial Building Permits

MONTHLY ECONOMIC INDICATORS (OCTOBER 2011)