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CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACKChamber NewsCarteret County Chamber of Commerce Monthly Newsletter January 2017Photo courtesy of Cheryl Mansfield of Edward Jones Investments.Why Should You Join? Networking Visibility Credibility Advertising Opportunities Community Advocacy Community Involvement and much more!Business SpotlightBAHSeePage4See Page 3Anchoring the ArmyMessagefrom thePresidentSeePage 8
page 2 - Chamber News, January 2017Leadership Carteret Kicks Off withJanuary 10th ReceptionThe Leadership Class of 2017 is sold outbut if you missed your chance to be part of thisexciting program, a waiting list has been startedfor 2018 and there are already names on it.The Leadership Carteret Kick Off Reception isat 5pm, Tuesday, January 19, at the Chamber ofCommerce headquarters. From there, the classwill meet all day on 10 consecutive Wednesdaysfrom January 11 through March 15.Special thanks to the members of theLeadership Carteret 2017 Steering Committee,co-chaired by Steve Hellersperk of ACSComputer Services and Toastmasters-MoreheadCity and Alan Leary of RE/MAX OceanProperties.Our committee members are: ShannonAdams of Big Rock Sports, Burt Kirsten ofTransportation Impact, Lana Collmann ofCarteret County Chamber of Commerce, DebbyForbush of Great Windows, and Kristy RogersCraig of Carteret Community College-SmallBusiness Center.Also, Gene Foxworh of Carteret County, JanitaGonzalez of Island Inn of Atlantic Beach, GloriaGower of Carteret Community College, JohnHagle of the Town of Beaufort, Tom Hussmannof Camp Albemarle, Tate Johnson of the UnitedWay of Coastal Carolina, Virginia Jones of TillerSchool of Carteret County, Gene McLendon ofHope Mission Christian Ministries, Fran PigottHarding of Keller Williams Crystal Coast, andBrenda Roney of Keller Williams Crystal Coast.Also Wendy Routsen of Emerald Isle Beach &Pool Club, Lisa Rueh of the Downtown MoreheadCity Revitalization Association, Anne Schrottof a Friend of the Chamber, Patty Stanley ofConstruction Accounting Specialists, LLC, WaltWood of Beaufort Ole Towne Rotary, and GinaWright of Interior Essentials.For more information about LeadershipCarteret, call Lana Collmann at 252-726-6350or at lana@nccoastchamber.com.CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACKPunch to Perform at Crystal Ball!The Carteret County Chamber of Commerce will hostits annual Crystal Ball starting at 6pm on Saturday,January 28 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic BeachOceanfront Hotel in Atlantic Beach.This is a dinner-dance (accent on the dance) andattire is black tie optional for the gentlemen.Based out of Raleigh, NC, Punch is a musical knockout! their goal is to provide you with live entertainmentthat will drive both you and your guests to the dancefloor! Their eight-piece band, featuring a horn sectionand multiple lead vocalists, delivers all the best musicfrom 70s Funk and Motown, to today’s Top 40 Pop hits.Everyone loves these high-energy musicians, custombuilt and designed LED light show, and concert qualitysound.Tickets are 50 per person and a cash bar will beavailable throughout the evening. Sponsor tables foreight are available as well for 500 which includes fourbottles of wine and other amenities.Duke Energy has agreed to be the first CorporateTo reserve your tickets or your table, youSponsor for the Crystal Ball for 2017! For more inforcan do so online at www.nccoastchamber.mation on becoming a Corporate Sponsor, call Tomcom or call 252-726-6350.Kies at 252-726-6350.The DoubleTree encourages attendees to“take the elevator home” at the end of the evening. Special 69 room rates will apply. Callthe hotel for reservations at 252-240-1155.
page 3 - Chamber News, January 2017Graham & Randles ChiropracticAt Graham and Randles Chiropractic (GRC)we focus on helping patients feel and live theirvery best by providing excellent non-surgicaltreatment for relief of neck pain, back pain,headaches, and other conditions that involve themusculoskeletal system.Dr. James Graham, Dr. Adam Randles, and Dr.Sarah Randles are all dedicated to using the latest research and treatment approaches to givepatients the personalized care they deserve.After a detailed history, examination, and anynecessary lab work or imaging are completed,our doctors will establish a diagnosis so paincan be eliminated at its source through treatment that is individualized, safe, and effective.They also work closely with area medical physicians, pain specialists, and spine surgeons toensure complete management of our patients ifan individual is not a candidate for chiropracticcare or needs to be co-managed. Our goal is tohelp patients achieve their goals in as few treatments as possible, and to give them the toolsand knowledge to keep feeling good on theirown.In addition to traditional chiropractic treatment, our doctors have completed additionaleducation in sports injuries, Cox spinaldecompression, and specialized softtissue techniques. Dr. Sarah Randlesis also certified in acupuncture andincorporates a unique blend of traditional Chinese medicine and triggerpoint dry needling into her approach.In 2016 licensed massage therapistDebra DuBois joined the team. Shehas over 15 years of experience invarious massage techniques, includingmedical massage, hot stones, anddeep tissue.You can expect to be greeted witha friendly smile by our staff. We canusually take walk-ins and are preferredin-network providers for Medicare, theVA, and most other insurances. Ourstaff will verify your insurance benefitsand file claims as a complimentaryservice.For more information on Grahamand Randles Chiropractic go to www.grahamandrandleschiro.com or likeus on Facebook for health information and periodic massage therapyspecials. Our doctors look forwardto serving you and are glad to havea complimentary phone consultationwith you before your first appointmentto address any questions or concerns.Call us today at (252) 838-8810!CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACKMember Spotlight:
page 4 - Chamber News, January 2017BAH at Theatre a Big HitThe Carteret Community Theatre hosted over ahundred people at a huge Business After Hours onThursday, December 8th. The event was co-sponsored by Crystal Coast Tent & Event Rentals. Thefood was catered by Floyd’s 1921 Restaurant and theentertainment was provided by Croatan High School’sJazz Combo.The Carteret Community Theatre is located at1131 Arendell Street, Morehead City. For more information on upcoming productions, go to www.carteretcommunitytheatre.comMeredith and Jim Reilly of Century 21 Newsom-Ball RealtyLeslie Hanley of the DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic BeachOceanfront, Steve Miller of Crystal Coast Boats and LisaRueh of The Downtown Morehead City RevitalizationAssociation.Carolyn Evans is the current President of the CarteretCommunity Theatre.The Croatan High School Jazz Combo entertained the crowd at the Carteret Community Theatre.CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACKJohn and Beth Curtis of Corwin Law Firm, PLLCHenry Kahan of Edward Jones Investments and ChristinaFulcher of Branch Banking & Trust.June and Gene McClendon of Hope Mission, Jessie Allen of Carteret Community Theatre and Al Ebron of Coastal NCCoffee News.
page 5 - Chamber News, January 2017CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACKSandi Malone, board member of the Carteret CountyChamber of Commerce and Tom Kies, President of theCarteret County Chamber of Commerce.Mary and Jim Marks of Accent Travel and Cruises and Marlene Anderson, Friend of the ChamberStacey Hunter and Julie Wilson of Compass LandingApartment Homes.Ryan Kelley and Lin Schulze of Carteret Landing AssistedLiving and Memory Care.Polly and John Hagle of Town of Beaufort and David Walker,Town Manager Atlantic BeachThese ladies put on a fantastic event on December 8th. Pam Holmes, Robin Hamm and Greta Boshamer, all members ofthe Carteret Community Theatre. Robin also represents Floyd’s 1921 Restaurant who catered the event.
page 6 - Chamber News, January 2017Connect Carteret’sInaugural Claus CrawlWas a Huge SuccessTwo hundred and fifty people took part in a ‘Crawl’ around downtown Beaufort on Saturday,December 17. People were dressed in their tackiest sweaters, Santa Suits, Elf costumes, and reindeer outfits. A fabulous time was had by all. People are already asking what the date for nextyear’s Claus Crawl will be.Christina FulcherWill Rogers and Kristy Rogers CraigIf you’re interested in joiningthe Chamber, contact us:Claus Crawl volunteers: Ralph Cabrera, Tate Johnson, Janita Gonzalez, Christina Fulcher, Ellie Johnson, Julie NaegelenMembership Renewals801 Arendell Street, Suite 1Morehead City, NC 28557(252) 726-6350 (800) NCCOASTFax (252) ber.comCYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACKThe following Chamber members renewed their membership 11/16/16 – 12/13/16:Aladdin TravelStevenson ChevroletSeventy West Landscape Supply Yard & Garden, Inc.Open Water Medical, PACaribsea RestaurantInterior EssentialsFirst South BankBrandywine Bay Golf ClubJerry T. Hardesty GunsAce Marine Rigging & SupplyMerrill Lynch -- Homes Hill GroupIsland Express Ferry ServiceMarlene AndersonCarteret County Public School FoundationArendell RoomCrystal Coast Lady CruisesCoastal Image PhotographyKat Suralik Serenity Massage Therapy & SkincareVinings at WildwoodH & R BlockPipe Cleaners PlumbingFisherman Creations, Inc.Great ClipsGreat Clips-Cape CarteretSeaside Family Practice of Beaufort, Inc.Melaleuca, The Wellness CompanyArts Council of Carteret County, TheSt. Egbert Catholic SchoolStar Team Real Estate/The Star TeamGramercy Christian SchoolCousins Bed and BreakfastThe Kindred Spirit Gift Shop & Green Gables Tea RoomEmerald Isle Beach & Pool ClubThe Wine StoreNC Division of Vocational RehabilitationMary Kay Cosmetics - Debbie Fisher, Sales DirectorGold’s GymBroad Street Free Clinic FoundationCape Lookout National SeashoreCarteret Ship AgencyUnited States Coast Guard Sector North CarolinaCoastal Press, Inc.Investors Title Insurance CompanyCarteret Clinic for Adolescents and ChildrenWal-Mart Super CenterGentiva Health Services, Inc.CenturyLinkJ. M. Davis Industries, Inc.Oceanana Motel & Pier, LLCStar Hill Golf ClubThe place to go to buy or sella businessCall SunbeltMorehead City, NC(252) 222-0001Visit us on the webwww.sunbeltnc.com
page 7 - Chamber News, January 2017Hours ‘Pre-Pay Plan’OfferedShuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar. 707 Arendell Street,Morehead City. Contact William Willis at 252-2223811. Open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m.10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m.-Midnightand Sunday from Noon-10 p.m. Specializing in “Freshseafood.”Weichert, Realtors – At Waves Edge. 2610 West FortMacon Road, Suite D, Atlantic Beach. Contact LisaLee Cole at 252-808-2903. Open Monday throughFriday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and by appointment. Specializingin “Real estate sales and rentals.”The admission fee for each Carteret CountyChamber of Commerce Business After Hourseven in 2017 will remain only 5 per person,and it’s perfectly fine to “pay as you go”.“But we also offer a pre-registration plan,whereby members can pay 50 in advanceto cover the entire year,” said Julie Naegelen.“With 14 dates on the 2017 Business AfterHours calendar, it’s a 20 savings or like gettingin for free four times.”“Many of our members have found that thispre-pay option is a convenience as well as areally good deal,” she said. “now, you can makethe transaction via credit card online at www.nccoastchamber.com”The next Business After Hours is scheduledfor Wednesday, January 18th at a location to bedetermined. Information will be available soonon the Chamber website.Military Affairs Committeewishes everyonea Merry ChristmasKeller Williams Crystal Coast. 5113 A Highway 70,Morehead City. Contact Sharon Garner or MaryCheatham King at 252-515-7291. Open Mondaythrough Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. or by appointment.Specializing in “Together, everyone achieves more.”Left to right: Back Row: Kenneth Oppenheim, Victor Heinrich, Lori Matta, Ken Compton, JohnnieRich, Bob Upchurch, Tom Kies, Ken Woodlin Front Row: Commander Delgado, Bob Pyer, RebeccaSotirkys, Katherine Cushinberry, David Heath, Pat Woodlin, Beck Brown, Gladys Suessle, Ed SuessleDavid Heath was honored at the Military Affairs Committee meeting, December 2nd, by CarteretCounty Chamber of Commerce president, Tom Kies. “David has been the MAC Chair for five yearsand has been a great leader and tireless in his service. He’s been the right guy, in the right place,at the right time. We thank David for everything he’s done.,” Kies said.CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACKRibbon Cuttings 2017 Business After
page 8 - Chamber News, January 2017summer time meals to students and to betterassist during times of disaster.More classrooms and larger meeting spacein the new Center for Worship and Service willoffer opportunities for collaboration. A 50-seatchapel and multi-purpose fellowship area, andclassrooms will be used as Sunday school classrooms, for counseling, afterschool programs andcontinuing education.By Andrew Wheeler, Guest Columnist and Campaign ChairThe new Family Store will be important forsustainability becauseAndrew Wheeler,it is a significant revGuest Columnist andenue generator – justCampaign Chairover 50% - for localIn 2015, Theoperations. A key to thisSalvation Army ofcontinued success willCarteret Countybe a new covered donaserved almost 8,600tion drop off area thatwith the most basicis safe and convenient.needs: food, utilities,The new Family Storemortgage/rent assisand warehouse will havetance, clothing, life skills training, and spirituala larger warehouse forcare. For the past 26 years, The Salvation Armysorting, storing andof Carteret County has been a constant resourcepricing and more floorand an anchor of hope. Even more residents ofspace for shoppers.Carteret County depend on The Salvation ArmyA larger Family Storewhen a natural disaster strikes. The organizaElevation renderings of new facilities (provided by BW Architecture)will also mean moretion provides these services and assistanceefficient assistance toThe Salvation Army of Carteret County hasin an effort to carry out its mission “to preachcontinued to grow and serve increased numbers disaster victims in need of free household itemsthe gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet humanand clothing.of people. This growth now means the current,needs in His name without discrimination.”You can help make this dream come true forrented facility at 1700 Arendell Street is toothehardworking staff and volunteers at Thesmall. As a result of research, preparation andSalvation Army of Carteret County. To learnprayer, The Salvation Army has an opportunimore, please visit www.anchorthearmy.org orty to be permanently anchored in the heart ofcontact Campaign Chairman Andrew WheelerMorehead City. The organization’s plan is toand Lt. Rolland Lewis at 252-726-7147.purchase property at the corner of Church andBridges Street and to construct a new Center forWorship and Service (7,500 sq. ft.) anda new Family Store (11,000 sq. ft.).According to the local Salvation Armyleader, Lt. Rolland Lewis, “the new Centerfor Worship and Service will be hometo The Salvation Army’s efforts to meetbasic needs for the lost the last andCurrent facilities on Arendell St.the least.” The new facility will be safer,more spacious, more welcoming and better equipped to meet community needs.New social service offices will provideconfidential space to protect the privacyand dignity of those who come for assistance. The food pantry will have morestorage space for donated items andWe Feature Made in USAmore efficient cooler and freezer space. US, State, “Open” andMembers of The Salvation Army Advisory Board members and CapitalA commercial kitchen will increase theCampaign Steering Committee, Larry Land, Jane Capps and WarrenCustom Flagsorganization’s capacity to collaborate inBenton standing with Lt. Lewis next to the architectural renderings of Flag Poles & Hardwareprograms like Lunchbox Love that provide the new development.Message from the PresidentCYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK“Anchoring the Army” inCarteret Countys &etiK Unlimitedetc. Banners, Feathers& WindsocksPlus Always the Best in: Kites, Puzzles, Games, Bird Feeding Supplies, Yard DecorAtlantic Station 247-7011Bigger& SmarterRadioNOW FM 107.1WJNC 1240 AM
Gentiva Health Services, Inc. CenturyLink J. M. Davis Industries, Inc. Oceanana Motel & Pier, LLC Star Hill Golf Club The place to go to buy or sell a business Call Sunbelt Morehead City, NC (252) 222-0001 Visit us on the web www.sunbeltnc.com 801 Arendell Street, Suite 1 Morehead City, NC 28557 (252) 726-6350 (800) NCCOAST Fax (252) 726-3505
