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MARCH APRIL 2017Events are at the Chamber of Commerce:25 Jefferson Street, unless otherwise noted.www.clarksvillechamber.com(931) 647-2331MARCHMARCH 1 12 NOONCYP MeetingMARCH 2 8 A.M.Military Affairs CommitteeMARCH 2 12 NOONAmbassadorMARCH 7No Membership CommitteeMARCH 8 8 A.M.Public & Community Affairs CommitteeMARCH 14-15Citizens for Fort CampbellMARCH 16 11 A.M.Business Development CommitteeMARCH 16 5-7 P.M.Business After HoursMARCH 21 8:00 A.M.Franchise FocusAPRILAPRIL 4Membership CommitteeAPRIL 5 12 NOONCYP MeetingAPRIL 6 8 A.M.Military Affairs CommitteeAPRIL 6 12 NOONAmbassadorAPRIL 12 8 A.M.Public & Community Affairs CommitteeAPRIL 14Good Friday Office ClosedAPRIL 20 11 A.M.Business Development CommitteeAPRIL 20 5-7 P.M.Business After HoursAPRIL 19-22Warrior WeekAPRIL 29 8 A.M.Great American Clean Up DayMontgomery County CourthouseAMBASSADOROF THE QUARTERTHE 15TH AWARD-WINNING FREE RIVERS & SPIRES FESTIVAL IS SET FORAPRIL 20-22 IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CLARKSVILLE.Upwards of 45,000 people will enjoy five stages of live entertainment with over 100 performers in anine-block area during the three days. From children’s activities, arts vendors, a car show, militaryexhibits, shopping and so much more, this is truly an event for the whole family.HEADLINE ENTERTAINMENTCHILDREN’S PARADEAward-winning county music duo “Montgomery Gentry”will headline the Public Square Stage on Saturdaynight at 8:30 P.M. The two-time Grammy Award winners“For King & Country” will headline the Christian Stageat 8 P.M. on Saturday night. See the full schedule ofentertainment at riversandspires.com. The weekendwill kick off on Thursday, April 20 with performances on the Public Square Stage by the Michael Jacksontribute band “Who’s Bad” at 7 P.M. and Prince tributeband “Chase & Ovation” at 8:30 P.M.The 2017 theme is “Wild Things.” Wear a costume ordecorate a float. The parade will start on Saturday at1 P.M. Your family will love the wandering mascots,Shriner clowns and 501st Legion’s Star Wars characters.Applications/Float specs are at riversandspires.com.FAMILY FUNThis award-winning area is hosted by First BaptistChurch. Family Fun Zone is the festival’s most popular area. Filled with more than 60 free activities, it’sdesigned to entertain toddlers - teens. Visitors will findmusic, inflatables, performers, demonstrations, facepainting, games & numerous interactive booths. Newthis year, is “Jurassic Kingdom” an interactive experience in prehistoric times. Family Fun Zone is locatedalong Hiter and Commerce Streets,2017 RIVERS & SPIRES HOURS(FREE ADMISSION) THURSDAY, APRIL 20: 5 P.M.-10 P.M.Strawberry Alley & Public Square Stages only FRIDAY, APRIL 21: 5 P.M.-10 P.M.Toddler Town: 5 P.M.-7P.M.Family Fun Zone: 5 P.M.-9P.M.DEE ANN COLBURNLEGENDS BANK SATURDAY, APRIL 22: 10A.M.-10 P.M.Toddler Town: 10A.M.- 7P.M.Family Fun Zone: 10A.M. - 9P.M.GAMING, SPORTS MILITARY ACTIVITIESFast Fiber Gaming Area, hosted by CDE Lightbandfor hard-core gamers. The underground parking garagelocated on Franklin Street will be transformed into amodern-day arcade, packed full of console and PCgames for participants to play.The Sports Zone, hosted by Fortera Credit Union, isfilled with activities and booths geared especially forthe sports enthusiast. APSU and local youth sportsleagues will have mini-clinics in a variety of sports.The Military Zone, includes several authentic displays by Fort Campbell. Active duty soldiers will giveFestival-goers the opportunity to experience being asoldier by trying on gear, checking out military vehiclesand participating in interactive exhibits.INTERNATIONAL ZONEWith over 10 countries represented in ClarksvilleMontgomery County, Rivers and Spires celebrates itsdiversity. Visitors are encouraged to explore authenticcuisine, dress, song, and dance from a variety of thearea’s cultural organizations at the Main & Third Stage.MARKETPLACE ARTS GALOREThe Marketplace, offers a little bit of everything.From eclectic home items, toys and games, to clothingand jewelry, find the perfect souvenir or gift here.In Arts Galore, artisans from all over the country visit Clarksville to show and sell their handmade artwork,jewelry and woodwork.
LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN, SIDNEY JOHNSONThank you to each company who was a vendor at the Home & Garden Show in February. It was anexcellent event with great attendance and it could not have been possible without the support ofthe vendors.We will be hosting Warrior Week in conjunction with Rivers & Spires to thank our military neighbors.The events are April 19-22 and are all free to our Soldiers and their Families. Please considersponsoring an event or volunteering during this weekend – it is a small gesture compared to thesacrifices the Soldiers and Families make.Our Chamber continues to be strong and vibrant because of active membership and strongbusiness leaders like each of you. The Great American Clean Up Day is a good way to support yourcommunity. I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING A COMMITTEE: MEMBERSHIP SERVICES: Focuses on developing andenhancing Chamber programs that both support existingmembers and encourage recruitment of new members. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT:Focuses efforts on keyinitiatives that support all forms of businesses in thecommunity. A few of the primary programs include theWomen In Business and Power Breakfast; both providespeakers to educate and inspire business owners.CHAIRMAN & BOARD OF DIRECTORS MILITARY AFFAIRS: The objective of this committee isto ensure that military personnel and their families havethe support they need from the community. PUBLIC/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS: The broad reachingand diverse goals of this committee include education initiatives such as Partners In Education (PIE), theImagination Library Program Partnership, and the GreatAmerican Clean Up (community wide clean up day).SIDNEY JOHNSON, CHAIRMAN - Wyatt-Johnson, Inc.CHARLIE KOON, 1ST VICE-CHAIR - Workforce Essentials, Inc.JAY ALBERTIA, 2ND VICE-CHAIR - Progressive Directions, Inc.TOMMY BATES, IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRMAN - Legends BankKATY OLITA, LEGAL COUNSEL - Batson Nolan PLCBAILEY MARTIN, FINANCE/ADMINISTRATION - Jack B. Turner& AssociatesALICIA EDWARDS, MEMBERSHIP SERVICES - Fortera Credit UnionJEFF HARRIS, MILITARY AFFAIRS, - First Advantage BankPHIL HARPEL, PUBLIC & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - US BankJOE SMITH, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - Jodi’s Cabinet SalesBOARD OF DIRECTORS:EX-OFFICIO:JOHN RUDOLPHDEBRA DANIELSLORIE JACKSONJULIE PARKSKYLE LUTHERNATHAN CLARKCATHY TYLUTKIJOE SMITHBEN WALKERJIM AMOS, JR.YVONNE CHAMBERLAINCHERYL MOSSSANDY WOOTENSCOTT BRYANTKEVIN JUDISHJOY KRAESKELOUISA COOKEREP. JOE PITTSREP. CURTIS JOHNSONREP. JAY REEDYSEN. MARK GREENMAYOR KIM MCMILLANMAYOR JIM DURRETTCOL. JAMES SALOMEBILLY ATKINSDR. ALISA WHITEDR. BJ WORTHINGTONEVENT SPONSORSPlatinum ––––––––––––––Gold �Silver �McReynolds Nave &Larson Funeral Home
BUSINESS BEFORE HOURSSAM’S CLUB MAY 2 @ 7-9 A.M. 3315 GUTHRIE HIGHWAYBUSINESS AFTER HOURSCLARKSVILLE POOL & LEISUREHILTON GARDEN INNTHURSDAY, MARCH 165-7 P.M.3908 MAX COURTTHURSDAY, APRIL 205-7 P.M.290 ALFRED THUN RD.CHAMBER EVENTS2017 CITIZENS FOR FORT CAMPBELL TRIPMARCH 14-15The 2017 CFFC trip is scheduled for March 14-15. This annual tripserves as an excellent opportunity to meet with our elected officials andinform them of initiatives at Fort Campbell. Each year, we partnerwith our peers in Hopkinsville and Christian County to help makethe trip a success, and we have seen positive returns on ourefforts. We look forward to another successful trip to Washington, D.C.YOU MAY REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.CLARKSVILLECHAMBER.COM ORCONTACT YVONNE PICKERING AT 931-245-4340 YVONNEP@CLARKSVILLE.TN.USWARRIOR WEEK 2017EVENTS WILL OCCUR FROM APRIL 19-21(IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE RIVERS & SPIRES FESTIVAL)The Clarksville Area Chamber Of Commerce Is Pleased To Host:THE 24TH ANNUAL GODFATHER INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENTWEDNESDAY, APRIL 19 SWAN LAKE GOLF COURSE (581 DUNBAR CAVE RD.)MOVIE NIGHTTHURSDAY, APRIL 20 REGAL CLARKSVILLE STADIUM 16 & RPXFortera Credit Union will host movie night for all military ID cardholders.ETERNAL FLAME CEREMONYFRIDAY, APRIL 21 @ 5:30 P.M. 1 PUBLIC SQUAREWe will round off the week by inviting the public to honor those who lost theirlives defending this great nation. Following the ceremony, we hope everyonewill attend the final Rivers & Spires Festival.FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.CLARKSVILLECHAMBER.COM OR CONTACTYVONNE PICKERING AT 931-245-4340 YVONNEP@CLARKSVILLE.TN.USCLARKSVILLE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS (CYP)The mission is to create a platform for Young Professionals to build relationships, develop professionally, become politically and philanthropically active and contribute to theeconomic development and high quality of living in our community. Clarksville Young Professionals is dedicated to the advancement of our community through communityservice, professional development and networking opportunities for the emerging business and community leaders ages 21-45.MARCH 1 @ 12 NOON LUNCHEONSPEAKER: Regina Hampton;Program Director,The Food InitiativeAPRIL 5 @ 12 NOON LUNCHEONSPEAKER: Garrett Dickerson; Thrivent FinancialCOMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT BENEFITING F.U.E.L.
CONGRATULATIONS & WELCOME NEW MEMBERSALLIANCE ENDODONTICS2287 Raleigh Court, Suite AClarksville, TN 37043Erin WebberDental - Dental Care, Dental Clinic(931) 553-8484(888) dodontics.comHEAVY EQUIPMENT COLLEGE OF TENNESSEE298 Clear Sky Court, Suite GClarksville, TN 37043Tabetha LettEducation(931) 896-2858(931) mTHE VERGE CLARKSVILLE1523 Nolen RoadClarksville, TN 37040Kelly HarrisApartments(931) 221-3283(931) sville.comASHFORD PLACE2190 Memorial DriveClarksville, TN 37043Alicia FosterApartments(931) 552-4828(931) ce.wmMARYLAND ELECTRIC COMPANY1040 Progress DriveClarksville, TN 37040Adam KellerContractors - Electrical, Technical Wiring(931) 591-3010(931) electric.comTILE PROS NASHVILLE3628 Fox Den LaneClarksville, TN 37040Jesse NewellTile, Marble & Stone/ Sales, Service,& Installation(615) lle.comCOLTONS AUTOWORX2110 Wilma Rudolph Blvd.Clarksville, TN 37040Brandi ReynoldsAutomobile - Repairs & Service(931) NETGREENE SOLUTIONS, LLC1808 Memorial Circle, Ste DClarksville, TN 37043J.P. McCaslinTelephone Communication Service/Equipment/Repairs(855) 979-9007(855) 0 South Hampton PlaceClarksville, TN 37040Lowell MartinRestaurants(931) E COMPLETE AUTO CARE2861 Fort Campbell Blvd.Clarksville, TN 37042Tim WilliamsAutomobile - Repairs & Service(512) 423-3722twtexas@aol.comGOLD’S GYM CLARKSVILLE390 Needmore RoadClarksville, TN 37040Lenise FaulkHealth & Fitness Centers(931) ksvillePADDOCK PLACE - OAKS AT PADDOCK2655 Union Hall RoadClarksville, TN 37040Alicia FosterApartments(931) 552-3087(931) ce.comSTEEM MASTER425 Port Royal RoadClarksville, TN 37040John BorgmanCarpet & Rug - Dealers, Cleaners(931) c.comTHE SILO110 John Rivers RoadHopkinsville, KY 42240Maria BolingerBanquet or Meeting Facilities(270) omVIAMEDIA622 Madison StreetClarksville, TN 37040Ryan NobleTelevision - Cable(731) nk LocalLiLvoceal!BUY LOCALwww.clarksvillechamber.comCOMMIT TO KEEPING YOUR CASHCLOSE TO HOME!Small business research shows that for every 100 you spend at a local business, between 68- 73 stay in the community. In the caseof local eateries, that number jumps to 79.RIBBON CUTTINGSCOLTON’S AUTOWORX2110 WILMA RUDOLPH BLVD.GREEN RIBBON CUTTINGEL BRACERO112 MORRIS ROADJOANN’S2831 WILMA RUDOLPH BLVD.PRESIDENTIAL MEMBERSCUSTOMS HOUSE MUSEUM &CULTURAL CENTER200 S. SECOND STREET
CHAMBER EVENTS CONTINUED.GREAT AMERICAN CLEAN UP DAYAPRIL 29 @ 8 A.M.MONTGOMERY COUNTY COURTHOUSE(ONE MILLENNIUM PLAZA)Make plans to attend the Great American Clean Up Day on April 29.We will meet at Montgomery County Courthouse, One Millennium Plaza,at 8 A.M. Volunteers may contact Mary Anderson or Melinda Shepardto register yourself or your team. Gloves, vests and trash bags will bedistributed when we meet on April 29.The Great American Clean Up Day is part of KeepTennessee Beautiful. Please volunteer with us aswe help the community with tasks such as pickingup trash, planting flowers and general upkeep.PLEASE RSVP TO MARY ANDERSON AT MCANDERSON@MONTGOMERYCOUNTYTN.ORG OR CALL (931) 648-5751INDUSTRY APPRECIATION DAYMAY 11 @ 11 A.M.-2 P.M. BEACHAVEN WINERYThe Industrial Development Board and the Chamber of Commercewill co-present the annual Industry Appreciation Lunch at BeachavenWinery on May 11, from 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. As a show of gratitude, all of theemployees from surrounding industries will be treated to a free lunch,made possible by the Aspire Foundation.YOU MAY VISIT WWW.CLARKSVILLECHAMBER.COMOR CONTACT ROBIN BURTON AT 931-245-4334 ORRBURTON@CLARKSVILLE.TN.US FOR MORE INFORMATIONMEMBER BUSINESS SPOTLIGHTCAROLE DORRIS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LEADERSHIP CLARKSVILLEWHERE DID YOU GO TO SCHOOL AND WHAT DIDYOU STUDY? I graduated from high school atClarksville High School and afterwards graduatedfrom APSU with a B.S. in business education.WHY DID YOU CHOOSE YOUR CURRENTPROFESSION? Actually, it chose me. When Leadership Clarksville was born, theoriginators began searching for a director, myname surfaced and the rest is history.WHERE ARE YOU FROM ORIGINALLY?I was born in Christian County, Kentucky. I havelived in Clarksville most of my adult life.WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUTCLARKSVILLE? The fact that it is surrounded by theriver, close to Barkley and Kentucky Lakes, and, ofcourse, its people.WHAT HAS BEEN THE TOUGHEST CHALLENGEYOU’VE HAD TO OVERCOME IN YOUR LIFE?Just recently, the death of my son and husbandwithin a seven-month period has been devastating.IF YOU COULD HAVE ANY OTHERPROFESSION WHAT WOULD IT BE? I would love tobe an international tour guide so that I could travelthe world.WHERE WAS YOUR LAST VACATION?Kingsland, Georgia and FloridaWHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEAL? Since I am a country girl, I love fresh vegetables out of the garden inthe summer.WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OR TV SHOW? Myfavorite TV show is “The Big Bang Theory”. Havinga favorite movie is difficult, as I have so many, butmaybe if I have to choose it would be “The Piano”.PRESIDENTIAL MEMBERSWHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PASTIME OR HOBBY?Playing duplicate bridgeWHAT IS SOMETHING MOST CLARKSVILLIANSWOULDN’T KNOW ABOUT YOU? When I was muchyounger, I rode quarter horses and rounded upcattle on our family farm.IF YOU HAD ONE MESSAGE TO OURCOMMUNITY WHAT WOULD IT BE?Please support our local non-profit agencies,volunteer, and help the less fortunate.
FRANCHISE FOCUSMARCH 21 @ 7:30 A.M. OLD GLORY DISTILLING COMPANY COST: 30 (Includes Breakfast)CHECK OUT OUR ONLINE CALENDAR FORTHE LATEST EVENTS & HAPPENINGS AT:EVENTS.CMCSS.NETFranchise Focus consists of an entrepreneur focused program, bridging knowledgegaps between potential and current business owners with a focus on franchises. Wehave seen an increased interest in franchise opportunities over recent years andhope to match local entrepreneurs with franchise opportunities.MARCH APRIL CONSULORead More! National Read AcrossAmerica Day is March 2. Take timeat home to read aloud with yourchildren, and have them take turnsreading to you. Encourage olderchildren to read on their own. Anything that interests them counts,from comic books to the classics. GIGI BUTLER Report cards are scheduled togo home on March 13, 2017. You’llwant to get help for any problemareas before your child falls too farbehind. Ask your child’s teacherhow grades are determined and forsuggestions on how your child canimprove. Remember, celebrating ajob well done with a high-five, ora pat on the back goes a long way. Schools are closed for SpringBreak, March 27-31. Visiting museums, zoos, theaters, historicalsites, aquariums, or other educational places will help increaseyour child’s exposure to new subjects and may spark new interests.APRIL Progress reports are scheduled to go home on April 3, 2017.Please do not delay in asking forhelp if you’re concerned aboutyour child’s grades. For free academic support at home, try www.khanacademy.org. Schools closed on April 14, 2017. Earth Day is a great day to thinkabout recycling. On April 21, visitthe Clarksville-Montgomery CountyPublic library to find books aboutcaring for the earth and how torecycle at home. ALLAN GROVES(DQ OF CLARKSVILLE), DAVID BERGGREN(FURNITURE CONNECTION), DR. DEBORAH HELLUMS (RIGHT AT HOME)WILL SHARE THEIR STORIES & TIPS FOR SUCCESS.APRIL CONSULO HALL OF FAME SONGWRITER TOP 5% AWARD WINNING REALTOR VICE MAYOR LAKEWOOD, TN CEO & FOUNDER OF 501C3 NOT FOR PROFIT AUTHORApril is currently writing a book in honor of her mother titled “Permission to Live”.This book comes from the desire and passion to teach women to dust off their dreamsand offers step-by-step advice on how to make it happen!“As a Serial Entrepreneur, I know what it takes to sacrifice time away from your familyand friends to build a successful business. This is why W.O.M.E.N., “Word of MouthEntrepreneurial Networkers”, was created. This unique one-of-a-kind networkinggroup allows you to surround yourself with some of the most powerful W.O.M.E.N. inthe world that truly want you to achieve your personal and professional goals at thehighest level!” — April ConsuloGIGI BUTLER OWNER, GIGI’S CUPCAKESWhen Gigi Butler moved to Music City to pursue herdream, it wasn’t to become the culinary queen of cupcakes. The young entrepreneur and talented singermoved to Nashville to be the next country music star,and the journey that followed to get her name in lights isfull of sweet irony. Gigi’s story will inspire you, while herlighthearted and witty personality will make you laugh along the way.that followedto get her name in lights is full of sweet irony. Gigi’s story will inspire you while herlighthearted and witty personality will make you laugh along the way.MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON VISIT WWW.CLARKSVILLECHAMBER.COM FOR MOREDETAILS OR CONTACT LUCIAN GREENE: LUCIAN@CLARKSVILLE.TN.US
GOOD NEWSWELCOME GENERAL POPPASOn February 2, over 100 guests from the Clarksville-Montgomery Countyand Fort Campbell communities, attended a reception at the ClarksvilleArea Chamber of Commerce, to welcome Major General Andrew Poppasand his wife Beth back to Fort Campbell. Major General Poppas tookcommand of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) on January 19, 2017.GROWTH IMPACT AWARDSCONGRATULATIONS TO THE FIVE LOCAL BUSINESSESHONORED IN CLARKSVILLE-MONTGOMERY COUNTY’SCOMMUNITY GROWTH & IMPACT AWARDS: WYATT-JOHNSON AUTOMOTIVE GROUP F&M BANK HAND FAMILY COMPANIES CLARKSVILLE ACADEMY L.E.A.P.THDA, CITY OF CLARKSVILLE ANNOUNCE 15,000 INCENTIVE TOHOMEBUYERS IN TARGETED NEIGHBORHOODSThe Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) is offering 15,000 indown payment assistance to homebuyers who purchase a home in targeted neighborhoods that were hard hit by the downturn and have been slower torecover in Clarksville and across the state.THDA Executive Director Ralph Perry announced the new program on February 8,2017 at a joint press conference with City of Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan andMontgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett. By attr
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