The Franklin Times Newsletter - August 2014

Volume 36 • Issue 8

Chamber Leadership EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President

Dave Van Buskirk Tims Ford Council Vice-President

Alex Barnett

Russell Barnett Automotive Family Secretary

Stacy Mooney

Citizens Community Bank Treasurer

Charles Spaulding American City Bank Past President

Troy Brown

Nissan North America BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Stanley Bean

FC County Commission

Jim Cortner

Moore-Cortner Funeral Home

Daryl Doney

Middle Tennessee Respiratory

Carol Fulmer

Interlocal Solid Waste Authority

Amy Foster

Arnold Engineering Development Complex

Sam Henley

Henley Supply Millwork

Your Business Link

August 2014

Membership Connection Thursday, August 14th 5:00 p.m.

21 Chattin Blvd Decherd Decherd, TN Presented by

The Cook’s Market Blood Assurance Little Caesar’s Pizza RSVP 931-967-6788

Chip Manning

The University of the South

Eddie Moffitt

Elk River Public Utility District

Ken Hilton Kroger

Pam Peck

Century 21 Mid-State Realty

BJ Rigsby

Coldwell Banker Lynch-Rigsby Realty & Auction, LLC STAFF Judy D. Taylor Executive Director Delores Janush Membership Manager Shannon Stephens Marketing Manager TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT Adam Marshall

Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Sewanee Golf Classic October 20th The Course at Sewanee Details to Follow

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S UPDATE Greetings!

Another busy month filled with a variety of opportunities!

One of our favorite events is

new member orientation. We have 47 new members for 2014 and enjoyed the opportunty to present the “Value of Chamber Membership”.

On Tuesday the 22nd your Chamber staff and our president Dave Van Buskirk held a new member orientation at the Chamber. This was the perfect opportunity to ensure new members are taking advantage of every benefit offered.

Attending were representatives from Less-Lee Printing Company, Martin Methodist College, Tims Ford Bass Club, TransAmerican Agency and Belles & Beaus.

A few of the member benefits are listed below. Be sure to review and make sure you are maximizing your benefits! Chamber membership is one of the best values in your business today. With dozens of benefits exclusive to members, and more being introduced daily, the Chamber provides value and positive return on your investment many times over. Members receive many valuable benefits throughout the year, including: BUSINESS REFERRALS The Chamber receives thousands of requests for business referrals throughout the year by phone, dropins and website searches. Each such inquiry is an opportunity to refer business exclusively to Chamber members.

REPRESENTATION AND ADVOCACY Members benefit from the Chamber’s role as the collective voice of business when issues arise that will impact them. The Chamber also appoints a board member representative to review state and local public policy issues. Your board member representative is Jim Cortner, Moore Cortner Funeral Home.

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES The Chamber hosts over 20 networking and other special events throughout the year. Take time to attend and reap the benefits of: MONTHLY MIXERS at various locations – any member can host or sponsor. BUSINESS EXPO & ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP BANQUET. NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION The members of the Board of Directors and the Chamber staff offer an in-depth look at the Chamber.

This is also another opportunity for the Chamber board and staff to listen to ensure members success and look for ways to help members achieve their goals.

WEB SITE PRESENCE All members in good standing receive a complimentary listing. A direct link is available for a small annual maintenance fee. Additional opportunities for advertising on the site are available, such as Banner Ads & Enhanced listing.

Members have access to the Chamber logo for posting on their website to show their professional affiliation.

ACCESS TO ELECTED OFFICIALS Opportunities are available throughout the year to form relationships with local and regional elected officials through many Chamber events, committees and initiatives.

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES & PROGRAMS Throughout the year, the Chamber provides a series of educational seminars and workshops to help businesses and their employees. Each educational event draws upon experts to give the best educational experience possible.

• 2nd Grade Earth Wise – Beautification-Reduce, Reuse, Recycle & PRIDE in their home, school, county & world.

• 8th Grade – Career Quest – Chamber & JECDB Partnership – Three Star Career Choices involving professionals interacting with eighth graders.

• 9th Grade Academy – provide speakers (FCMRT) • 10th Grade – secure mentors for teachers – Professionals meet with teacher every 6 weeks • 11th Grade Leadership Franklin County • 12th Grade Senior Mock Interviews - Chamber, Business professionals & FCCMRT Partnership teaching interviewing skills.

• New Life – Career Skills for challenged residents – Office cleaning Bi-monthly work experience.

BUSINESS DIRECTORY All Chamber members receive a free listing in the Chamber’s Annual Membership Directory and Buyer’s

Pictured is Allen McBee, Robert Tubb, Executive Director Judy Taylor, Lori Jones, Kim Dunnavant, Jerry Freeman & Delores Janush.

Guide. Members may also place advertisements in the glossy, full-color print version or the online version on this website. This valuable resource is distributed to all members, retail/industrial prospects, businesses and visitors.

MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS Members receive preferred pricing to attend Chamber events as well as for selected goods and services offered by other members.

MEMBER TO MEMBER DISCOUNT Membership Cards qualify you to receive a discount from members who offer a standing discount to other members. Always ask merchants and vendors if they offer discounts to fellow members.

MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES Increase your exposure by becoming a Chamber Sponsor. These advertising and marketing options include annual, event, website, weekly e-mail sponsorships, and more. Members can also purchase ads in the Chamber’s Franklin Times newsletter.

AMBASSADOR PROGRAM The Chamber’s Ambassador program helps new members navigate all the benefits of Chamber membership. Ambassadors assist in carrying out the program of work.

MAILING LABELS The membership mailing list is available to members only, paper copy free, labels $25.

EMPLOYMENT ADVERTISING Post job openings on the Chamber’s workforce website.

BUSINESS-EDUCATION PARTNERSHIPS There are a number of ways to participate in partnerships with the School System by bringing students into your business (such as internships) or assisting the schools with their programs (such as mentoring).

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteer committees contribute their time and expertise to Chamber programs and initiatives, while developing new skills, leadership training and networking COUNTY MAPS The Chamber publishes a detailed map that is ideal to help newer residents or visitors in getting acclimated. Members can advertise their business on the map.

RIBBON CUTTING IN A BOX Is your new business about to have a grand opening? Celebrate in style with the Chamber’s Ribbon Cutting in a Box. The kit includes: Over sized scissors, Ribbon, List of Dignitaries, Contact Email Blast, Photo in Franklin Times & photo provided to local media.

MEMBERSHIP RECOGNITION Receive recognition as an involved member of the business community with a membership sticker/decal for the window of your business or your vehicle. Members also have access to a Proud Member logo for use on your website.

Remember, Members like to do business with Members. Thank you for your investment! Call to make sure you are Maximizing your membership!

Judy Taylor IOM, Executive Director 2

Physician Spotlight • • • •

Jennifer Tinch, M.D., M.P.H.

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Occupational Medicine

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Employment physicals exams (pre-placement and annual) Fitness for duty exams Regulatory exams (OSHA and DOT) Respiratory exams (which fall under OSHA regulatory exams, but we may need to specify for our corporate clients) Workplace injury care (Workers Comp) Drug testing Audiograms: specifically for companies who require OSHA medical surveillance because the workplace exceeds the noise limit (called the PEL) Employee wellness (biometric screenings) Immunizations for work

Dr. Tinch, who studied Geology as an undergraduate, has a love for the outdoors, especially the mountains. She and her husband, Kevin, enjoy hiking, gardening and other outdoor activities. “I feel very fortunate to be able to reside in such a beautiful area of Tennessee. I am looking forward to becoming a part of the community and serving the citizens of Franklin County,” says Dr. Tinch.

Dr.

Tinch completed medical school at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.

She completed her residency at Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. She also has a Masters degree in Public Health.

Dr. Tinch is board certified by the American Board of Preventive Medicine.

For more information, call (931) 962-4040.

Office Location: Winchester Family Medicine 1894 Cowan Highway Winchester, TN 37398

As an Occupational Medicine provider, Dr. Tinch focuses on the health of workers, including the ability to perform work; the physical, chemical, biological, and social environments of the workplace; and the health outcomes of environmental exposures. Providers in this field address the promotion of health in the work place, and the prevention and management of occupational and environmental injury, illness, and disability.1 Dr. Tinch works closely with the Wellness Works program at Southern Tennessee Medical Center to provide the best possible care to the workforce in our community. Some of the services she will be offering include:

Dr. Tinch’s Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8am – 5pm

Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday 8am to 7pm Saturday 8am – 2pm

Phone: 931-962-4040

1 American Board of Preventive Medicine website

Franklin County Beautification Award

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Pictured is Edwin Hoenthaner, Jean Hoenthaner, Franklin County Beautification Chair Pam Brown, Delores Janush, Jerry Janush, Executive Director Judy Taylor & Nancy Hibler.

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE RHODES SUPPORTERS

True Innovators Drive Positive Change Nissan is proud to be a part of the Franklin County Community and to support the mission of the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce.

Nissan Innovation that excites

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, DECHERD

RUSSELL BARNETT AUTOMOTIVE FAMILY Alex Barnett, General Manager and Russell Barnett, President/Owner

Rick Youngblood, Director/Plant Manager and Gary Edwards, VP of Decherd Powertrain Operations & Smyrna Battery Plant

RHODES SCHOLAR

RHODES SCHOLAR

SOUTHERN TENNESSEE REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM Phil Young, CEO RHODES SCHOLAR 4

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE ENTREPRENEUR SUPPORTERS

HI-TECH MOLD & ENGINEERING, SE, INC & BAXTER ENTERPRISES Robert Schulte, President (center)

AMERICAN CITY BANK Charles Spaulding, VP Branch Manager & Troy Martin, President & CEO ENTREPRENEUR SCHOLAR

Judy Taylor, Executive Director & Dave Van Buskirk, Chamber President

ENTREPRENEUR SCHOLAR

CUMBERLAND HEALTHCARE GROUP, PLLC ENTREPRENEUR SCHOLAR

UNIVERSAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. ENTREPRENEUR SCHOLAR

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE LEVELS RHODES SCHOLAR TENNESSEE SCHOLAR ENTREPRENEUR SCHOLAR For information on joining the Leadership Circle, call 931-967-6788.

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Ribbon Cutting Manager Sherry Lee 931-967-6669

112 Dinah Shore Blvd Winchester, TN www.CompleteExpressCare.com

Pictured: Kelly Martin, Nancy Damron, Nancy Panter, Megan Green, Michelle Underwood, Holly Gilliam, Hannah Summers, Sherry Lee, Dr. Donald Vollmer, Chamber President Dave Van Buskirk, Beth Rhoton, Ashley Kraft, Dianna Gupton, Sherry Price, Stacy Mooney, Executive Director Judy Taylor, Joann Coutta, Willie Womack & Ed Crenshaw. Kneeling: LD Thompson, Debbie Hill, Cindy Meaker, Kim Pendergraff, Sandra Thomas, Kevin Lockmiller, Kristi Bell & John Shelton.

Free Business Counseling The Tennessee Small Business Development Center is located at the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce.

Small Business Owners and those wanting to start a business may come take online classes. The TSBDC classes cover business basics, financing, managing a business, human resources, accounting and budgeting, and marketing and sales. The Tennessee Small Business Development Center Counselor will be here the last Thursday of every month. Please contact the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce to schedule an appointment by calling 967-6788.

Business Management Assistance with Finances Loan Package Development Buying/Selling Businesses Small Business Academy

Business Plan Development Exporting Assistance Accounting/Bookkeeping Equity Investing Social Media

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Marketing/Branding Assistance Human Resources Government Contracting Growing Your Business

February

January leading the way Visit us on the web at www.SouthernTennessee.com for a list of hospital services, general healthcare information, physician directory, educational tools, and more.

Watson Watson--North Funeral Home, Cremation Center & Memorial Park

405 Sharp Springs Road Winchester, TN 37398 Tommy North, Owner (931) 967-2345

185 Hospital Road, Winchester, TN Physician Referral Line 1-800-890-8339

www.watsonnorth.com

May

April

Franklin County Paint

March

Master Financial Group, LLC 301 2nd Ave n ue , NW; Wi nc he ste r , TN 3739 8

(931) 967-2979

Fax: (931) 967-3086

Davis G. Mason Financial Advisor

R. Matt Mason Fi n a nc i a l A d v i s o r

Securities offered through Securities Service Network, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC Fee based advisory services offered through SSN Advisory, Inc. a Registered Investment Advisor

June

Homes ● Land ●Farms ● Zero Lot Lines ●Commercial Auction ● New Construction ● Lake Front

TONY STONE, Owner 938 Dinah Shore Blvd Winchester, TN 37398 931-962-4300 Fax: 931-962-8900 fcpaint@att.net $5 off purchase of $25 or more!

August

July

Mid-State Realty, L.L.C.

(931) 967-4321

Each office independently owned and operated.

September

Professional Background Screening.

Employment * Volunteer * Tenant

People taking care of people….

Together we can do anything!

Owner/Investigator 87 Abbott Lane in Estill Springs, Tennessee

551 Hospital Road in Winchester 931-967-0654 Fax: 931-962-4912

CHUCK GLOVER

Office: 931-434-1976 Email: chuck@icscreening.com

www.RuralMetro.com

www.icscreening.com

October

RELIABLE RENTAL 104 E. Petty Lane Winchester, TN 37398

962-0406 1-800-453-RENT Owners: David & Cile Alexander

NEED IT??? RENT IT!!!

November

December

GUESS INSURANCE AGENCY

Insurance is about You, not us!

101 South Woodland Street * Manchester, TN 931-968-0148 * 931-728-8845 Call Roger or Linda for all your Insurance needs.

Blackberry Patch Catering 200 Main Street Decherd, TN 37324 931-962-0451

www.blackberrypatchcatering.com

Thanks, advertisers for your support of the Franklin Times!

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New Members

National Life Group JoLynn Schultz Dwight Schultz 113 Farve Circle Winchester, TN 37398 931-961-1693 Fax: 931-968--6417

Tims Ford Bass Club Jerry Freeman PO Box 147 Winchester, TN 37398 931-224-7140

Leadership Franklin County

Leadership Franklin County is Now Accepting Applications for the Adult Class of 2015 DUE TO OVERWHELMING RESPONSE, YOUTH CLASS IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.

Visit www.FranklinCountyChamber.com or call 931-967-6788 for an application The mission of Leadership Franklin County is to assist personal development of the county’s current and future leaders by: 1. Identifying potential and existing leaders and helping them to improve their knowledge and skills for carrying out their voluntary commitment to the community.

2. Providing participants with practical understanding of how existing institutions in the county function and interact.

3. Providing participants with a diversity of leadership skills training.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM The program is for adults who work or live in Franklin County and for juniors who attend school in Franklin County.

Leadership Franklin County consists of an orientation, a retreat in September and six topic-oriented day-long sessions from September to February with Graduation in February. Each participant will become involved in several civic/volunteer organizations.

The monthly sessions focus on a major area of community concern and explore the issue of leadership within the context of the day’s subject. Topics include: • Leadership Skills • Courts and Public Safety • Franklin County History & Education • Community Needs and Services • Local Government • State Government • Economic & Community Dev.

Labor Force Report

LABOR FORCE

LABOR FORCE EMPLOYED

UNEMPLOYED RATE

FRANKLIN COUNTY TENNESSEE UNITED STATES

19,600 3,072,500 156,997,000

1,360 226,800 9,893,000

18,240 2,845,700 147,104,000

7.0% 7.4% 6.3%

Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development Employment Security Division, Research and Statistics 1:30PM CT on 7/24/2014 Numbers and rates are not seasonally adjusted

The following discounts are offered by members to fellow members of the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce.

Members interested in joining the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Member to Member Discounts, call 931-967-6788 for details.

Present this sheet to receive Member to Member Discounts.

Belles & Beaus 931-636-2382 10% Discount on purchases to Chamber Members DANLEY Heating & Air Conditioning

931-967-3209 10% Discount on services & check maintenance to Chamber Members

931-723-0380 10% Discount on services to Chamber Members

BIG DADDY’S SPORTS 931-967-5433 10% Discount to Chamber Members

931-962-2276 FREE! Up to $100 in options when making a Barn or Gazebo purchase now through June 30, 2015. Discount to Chamber Members Only

931-967-1933 OFFICE OF HAMPTON BOURNE

10% Discount to Chamber Members

931-967-4028 10% Discount on regular priced items to Chamber Members

931-962-9939 10% off food purchases only. $6.00 minimum

The

Juice Bar

931-308-4518

931-962-3240 10% Discount to Chamber Members

931-968-4959 5% Discount on all stock trade commission & free investment reviews to Chamber Members

Crown’s Landscaping & Garden Center

931-962-2276 10% Discount on retail plant goods to Chamber Members

EXCEL FINANCIAL SERVICES BILL GREEN 931-962-0549

Individual tax return $40 flat rate

931-967-0916 10% Discount on Simply Amish and Poly Furniture

Life Communications & Security, Inc. 931-455-9016 5% discount for Chamber Members on parts & labor only.

Excludes monitoring. New installations only

931-967-1040 $30.00 Discount to Chamber Members

931-967-2220 1 Free Order of Crazy Bread with purchase of 2 pizzas

931-393-6077 10% off on all parts & hand held equipment

931-307-8874 15% Discount off an installed system at your home or business

931-598-5682

931-967-0387 Free facial for Chamber Members. Call for an appointment

10% Discount to Chamber Members & Employees on New Services Only

COUNTRY BARN CONSTRUCTION

N. Cory Glenn, DDS

Kathy Bennett Photography 10% off of all services to Chamber Members

BURL’S

Termite & Pest Control 931-967-4547

931-924-3869 15% Discount on rooms Sunday - Thursday 10% discount on conference room anytime

1 free lock with unit rental for Chamber Members Limit 1 per year

931-967-8000 Free estimates for post frame buildings & metal roofs

931-962-4334 30% Discount to Chamber Members. Decherd, TN location only.

San Miguel, LLC 931-967-2219 931-967-GOGO Free estimates & $10.00 off booking

10% Discount on parts, accessories & clothing. Free Moose gear bag with purchase of a new ATV to Chamber Members

10% Discount on jewelry

931-723-8088

20% Discount all merchandise

20% Discount carpet cleaning or air duct cleaning

TOP SECRET DOCUMENT DESTRUCTION 931-968-0114 10% Discount on all services & merchandise Employee discount pricing on new Sea-Doos & Con AM ATV's to all Chamber Members. Card must be shown prior to sale.

Winchester Family Dentistry Garrett Orr, DDS 931-967-4143

10% Discount to Chamber Members. Mention at checkout

931-454-9878 25% off any existing competitive price & for those who are new will receive a FREE first month of service

720-334-2618 10% Discount

Shull Chiropractic Clinic, PLLC

931-967-2313 Coffee, Franklin & Warren Counties

615-812-9051

931-212-0609

931-967-0333

931-967-4232

10% Discount to Chamber Members & Employees on New Service.

Free consultation

TRACKER BOAT CENTER

Valley Mini Storage

931-967-7127 Free tank of fuel on all new boat purchases to Chamber Members

931-967-1421 10% Discount on all retail products to Chamber Members

20% Discount on First month’s rent rental property on Winchester Square

931-598-5682 1 free lock with unit rental for Chamber Members Limit 1 per year!

Winchester Antique Mall 931-967-9930 20% Discount on all merchandise to Chamber Members

Wreck-A-Mended 931-967-1273 Free Interior & exterior clean up with repair work

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847-587-5301 les.leeprinting@mail.com 10% Discount on Stock Printed & 15 % on Custom Print to Chamber Members

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE P.O. Box 280 44 Chamber Way Winchester, TN 37398 Phone: 931-967-6788 Fax: 931-967-9418 Email: info@franklincountychamber.com www.franklincountychamber.com

Your business link!

Chamber Calendar…

August

6 Franklin County School’s First Day 8:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m.

7 RIBBON CUTTING: WINCHESTER MUSIC ARTS 10:00 a.m. @ 205 First Avenue SE, Winchester

ELECTION DAY 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

9 Beans Creek Winery Grape Jam Music Series with Blue Blake Weibert 7:00 p.m. @ 426 Ragsdale Road, Manchester. For information, call 931-723-2294.

13 RIBBON CUTTING & OPEN HOUSE: WINCHESTER EAR, NOSE & THROAT, FRANK RAO, MD, FACS 10:00 a.m. @ 1383 South College Street, Winchester 14 MEMBERSHIP CONNECTION 5:00 p.m. @ 21 Chattin Boulevard, Decherd. RSVP REQUIRED 931-967-6788.

Sponsored by The Cook’s Market, Blood Assurance & Little Caesar’s Pizza

16 Beans Creek Winery Grape Jam Music Series with Blue Mother Tupelo 7:00 p.m. @ 426 Ragsdale Road, Manchester. For information, call 931-723-2294 Franklin County Kiwanis Club presents Music by the Lake & Old Car Cruise-In with Music by Hotel Oscar 7:00 p.m. @ Winchester City Park

18 Board Room Reserved by Middle TN Association of Realtors

19 Leadership Franklin County Interviews 19-23 Franklin County Fair @ Franklin County Pavilion For information, call 931-308-9439

20 Franklin County Ambassadors Meeting 12:00 p.m. @ Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Franklin County Interviews

21 Franklin County Manufacturer’s Roundtable

23 Beans Creek Winery Grape Jam Music Series with The Tennessee Turkeys 7:00 p.m. @ 426 Ragsdale Road, Manchester. For information, call 931-723-2294.

Winchester Church of Christ’s 3rd Annual W.C.A. Sporting Clays Fun Shoot. Registration 7:30 a.m.

Event 8:30 a.m. @ 5972 Prairie Plains Road, Hillsboro. For information, call 931-308-2869

25 Board of Director Meeting @ Franklin County Chamber of Commerce

Social 4:30 p.m. / Meeting 5:00 p.m.

29 Leadership Franklin County Adult Application Deadline. For information, call 931-967-6788.

29-31 Circle E Guest Ranch presents Josh Guin’s Survival Ride @ 50 Circle E Lane, Belvidere.

For information, call 931-962-1790.

30 Beans Creek Winery Grape Jam Music Series with Utopia 7:00 p.m. @ 426 Ragsdale Road, Manchester.

For information, call 931-723-2294.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR…

DECEMBER 2nd Annual Membership & Awards Banquet OCTOBER 20th Sewanee Golf Classic

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