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Kyle Spurgeon Selected New Chamber President & CEO
Kyle Spurgeon will assume
the responsibilities of president and chief executive officer for the Jackson
Area Chamber of Commerce October 5. His selection ends an intensive two-month
search that attracted 30 applicants from across the nation.
Spurgeon accepts the
position vacated by Paul Latture, III. Latture resigned to take the helm as
president of the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce in Murfreesboro.
"This is a great day for
the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce and for our city," said search
committee chairman Jim Campbell, H&M Company. "Our committee set out
to identify a strong, strategic and passionate leader, and after carefully
considering an impressive pool of candidates, we wholeheartedly believe Kyle
Spurgeon is the right person for the job. Under his leadership, we are
confident the Jackson Area Chamber will be an even stronger voice for business
and engine for economic growth. Kyle's management experience and his extensive
knowledge in the economic development sector speak volumes."
Greg Milam, chairman of
the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce board of directors and a member of the
selection committee, said that Spurgeon's leadership "Will come at a
critical time for our region. For many years, Kyle has been an advocate for the
economic growth of Jackson and Madison County. He has cultivated vital
relationships with key players, not just locally, but in the state and around
the globe. His selection as president and CEO of the Chamber can only enhance
his ability to negotiate and be a positive influence as we enter an exciting
economic future."
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Chamber,
Nashville Center for Non-Profit Management to Offer "Developing a Dynamic
Fundraising Board"
 In partnership with
Nashville's Center for Non-Profit Management, the Chamber will offer
"Developing a Dynamic Fundraising Board," Thursday, September 17, from 9:00
a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Chamber, 197 Auditorium Street. The cost to attend is
$60 per person and includes handouts, snacks, and lunch. MasterCard and Visa
will be accepted.
This workshop will
assist non-profit executives and their board members to develop a plan to
effectively increase the financial stability of the organization, leading to
the growth of services, strength and stability. Each board member will learn
how to become involved in identifying, contacting or participating in fundraising
initiatives.
The key points to
be covered include:
- Develop your board by aligning
strengths to achieve goals
and change lives for the better.
- Create a fundraising culture centered
on board members'
passion for the mission.
- Recruit and engage board members to
contribute to fundraising
efforts based on what they can do and want to
do.
This interactive session will include
ample time for group discussions and will provide tools and take home
literature. The session will conclude with participants creating an action
plan for immediate steps to be implemented to develop a dynamic
fundraising board.
The speaker for the
workshop is Deb Palmer George, who has over 25 years experience in the business
sector and in volunteer community service. She founded Palmer Solutions as a
consultant and facilitator in the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Her
practice is dedicated to the research, development, and implementation of
practical, sustainable approaches to achieving meaningful and measurable
results.
RSVP to Brandy
Stutsman, 427-7900 or email bstutsman@jacksontn.com. For additional
information, contact Judy Renshaw, 423-2200 or email jrenshaw@jacksontn.com.
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Show Your Business Off in a High-Powered Way at JOLT!
Show your business off in a high-powered way at JOLT!, a
one-day business information and networking program coming up Oct. 27 at the
Carl Perkins Civic Center, 400 S. Highland Ave. in Jackson.
This
high-energy event, sponsored by the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce, is a
great opportunity to show Jackson and West Tennessee what your business is all
about while networking with other business owners and experts. Hours are 8 a.m.
to 4 p.m.
Informational
sessions will feature experts in the fields of today's business climate with
topics that include: Why and How to Brand Your Business, Navigating the Brave
New World of Social/Internet Marketing, Reconnecting with Your Lapsed Customers
and Sharpening Your Negotiating Skills.
Drawings
and other surprises will be included during the day, and an event coffee house,
dubbed Blue Suede Schmooze, will provide the chance to network one-on-one with
potential customers.
Registration
for booth space is $250 for Chamber members and $350 for others. Sponsorships
are also available.
For
more information, contact Lisa Webb at 423-2200 or lwebb@jacksontn.com.
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Chamber Member Profile -
Armstrong Hardwood Flooring
Armstrong Hardwood Flooring, at 154 Rosedale St. in Jackson,
has helped provide wood floors for American homes since 1947.
That's a lot of wood in a lot
of homes. At this time, the facility has about 2.5 million board feet of lumber
waiting in the drying process before manufacturing can occur.
"To give you a feeling of the
amount of wood, that's 5,000 miles of lumber stacked end to end, or the
distance of New York City to Honolulu," says plant manager Brent Hayman.
Annually, the Jackson
operation, under the Armstrong Floor Products business unit of Armstrong's
global corporation, Armstrong World Industries Inc., produces enough hardwood flooring to cover about 10,000
average-size homes.
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Volunteers Help Chamber Gain 215 New Members
 While most Chambers of Commerce struggle with a membership drive, the Jackson Area Chamber held an event like no other! For two and a half days, over 130 volunteers worked against the clock and against each other to sign up new chamber members and create a greater community awareness of the important role of the chamber of commerce. The event was organized by a company called Your Chamber Connection whose specialty is high energy membership campaigns that allow volunteers to conduct 'out of the box' membership fun while building the membership base.
At the conclusion of the drive, volunteers gained 215 new members - bring the total number of Chamber members to an all-time high at 1,381 and generating revenue of almost $53,000! The Red Team, led by Randy Kennedy, was the overall winner. Other teams included the Lime Green Team, led by Laura Williams; The Light Blue Team, led by Gary Grisham; The Pink Team, led by Steve Little; The Orange Team, led by Marty Fordham; The Black Team, led by Monte Jones; and The Dark Blue Team, led by Dr. Melvin Wright.
"Our volunteers make the Chamber and its programs stronger," said Tammy Boyd, Chief Administrative Officer. "We cannot thank them enough for all they do."
For a List of August New Members, Click Here.
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In This Issue
Openings & Celebrations - Ribbon Cutting & Open House Photos, Business After Hours Photos - Page 1- Page 2 Chamber Member News
-Forcum-Lannom Completes Coca-Cola Facility - Hall Joins Kyrus Print Solutions - Rainey-Kizer's Sanders Graduates from TN Bar Assoc. Leadership Program - Edward Jones Ranks High in Customer Satisfaction Chamber Member Renewals
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Advertising Sales Continue for Chamber's
Annual Magazine
Advertising sales continue for Jackson, the Chamber's annual community magazine designed to promote our amenities to prospective residents, businesses and visitors. Jackson is sponsored by the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce and is in its nineteenth year of publication.
This refined, full-color magazine highlights the people, places, exceptional business climate, and natural beauty of the area through original local photography and professionally written stories. The magazine also contains many helpful phone numbers and local statistics.
Produced by Mint Marketing Co., the Chamber's publishing partner, this indispensable guide to the community is put in the hands of newcomers, residents, and other businesses all year long. Advertisements in Jackson are available only to Chamber members, offering you the opportunity to reach new clients before they connect with your competition.
Chamber members received a letter in mid-August with details about advertising opportunities offered through Jackson. For more information, please call the Chamber at 423-2200 or Mint Marketing Co. at 731-694-0571, or email leslie@mintmarketingco.com.
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Has Your Company Information Changed?
Have you changed companies? Has your company hired new people? Have employees changed job titles or moved to a new position?
Let the Chamber know! We need your help to keep our membership database up-to-date.
Email changes to chamber@jacksontn.com.
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Newsletter Deadline
September 18
Your Chamber wants to know what's going on with your company and its employees! If you've attended a class, received a designation, promotion, or are providing a new product or service, let us know!
Submit your information for Chamber Connection no later than Friday, September 18, for inclusion in the October edition. News should be emailed to lsmallwood@jacksontn.com.
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