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THE NORTHEAST MISSISSIPPI

BUSINESS JOURNAL

DECEMBER 2014

Be wise and generous with holiday charity

BY BONNIE COBLENTZ MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY

Giving to good causes generates a wide range of happy feelings, and it is one reason why charitable organizations put such an emphasis on giving during the holidays.

Rita Green, family financial management specialist with the Mississippi State University Extension Service, said studies have shown that giving money to other people makes the givers happier than spending that same amount of money on themselves.

“Research indicates that giving to charities and individuals in need activates regions of the brain associated with pleasure and creates a glow inside,” Green said. “This altruistic behavior releases endorphins in the brain, producing positive feelings throughout the body.”

That good feeling – or its opposite, guilt – can make

‘It helps to consistently support a handful of charities that focus on things that really matter to you personally, rather than giving anytime someone asks for a donation.’

Rita Green

family financial management specialist with the Mississippi State University Extension Service people give more than they can afford during the holidays or give without doing their homework.

“It helps to consistently support a handful of charities that focus on things that really matter to you personally, rather than giving anytime someone asks for a donation,” Green said.

Children learn early that the holidays are a time

when many people are asking for money and donations to support numerous causes. Green said parents can set a good example for their children with giving.

“Parents should introduce their children to giving when they are about 3 or 4 years old,” she said. “At this age, children are beginning to learn that other people have feelings, and

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this is a good time to help your child begin developing a sense of empathy.”

Many families use the holidays as a time to volunteer and give as a family.

Such an environment helps children establish good habits to carry for the rest of their lives.

“When possible, include your children in your volunteer and charitable activities,” Green said. “Every time your child sees you donate to a food drive, buy items for someone in need or drop cash in a collection, it reinforces this behavior and gives you an opportunity to talk to your child about how important and rewarding charity can be.”

BUDGETING HELPS

The idea of giving to charity can seem overwhelming at the holiday season, as most Mississippians are already dealing with long gift lists, party planning and end-of-year

expenses. Green said a budgeting is one of the best ways to make charitable giving part of the joy of the season.

“Next year, take time in the first few weeks to determine your giving priorities and consider setting aside a percentage of your anticipated income for donations,” she said. “You can set up an automatic plan to donate to many organizations, or you can even set aside a certain amount of money each month to use at the end of the year when requests for charitable giving increase.”

While many requests for charity are legitimate, said some people use the holiday spirit of giving as a time to be unscrupulous. Susan Cosgrove, family resource management agent with the MSU Extension Service in Newton County, urged donors to be make careful decisions.

“The wisest giver is an informed giver,” she said.

“You give to a charity because you want to make a difference and help someone, but you need to make sure your hard-earned charitable contributions are spent effectively and efficiently.”

Cosgrove urged donors to ask questions before giving to an unfamiliar organization. Avoid pressure tactics by solicitors and ask for information in writing to allow time for an informed decision.

“Be wary of telephone calls, and get the name of the person who is calling and the exact name of the charity,” she said. “Watch for ‘same names.’ Remember, anyone can dress in a Santa suit or make a phony charity call. Be careful when you give, even to what sounds like a wellknown charity.”

The Mississippi Secretary of State’s office maintains lists of legally operating charities and nonprofit organizations in the state.

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Salvation Army rebuilds hope, lives one day at a time

BY RILEY MANNING DAILY JOURNAL

TUPELO – At 6 a.m. each day, Hytisa Rhodes puts her feet on the floor of the Salvation Army lodge and starts the day.

By 8 a.m., she’s got the kitchen in full swing preparing the day’s round of meals on wheels, as well as the lunch served at the Army’s Carnation Street headquarters at noon. In the kitchen, the ones with whom she works call her “T.” The lunch crowd depends largely on the weather, she said, since many of those who partake walk there.The Army’s kitchen delivers about 15 meals on wheels each day, to the elderly mostly, according to Rhodes.

At 3 p.m., she’s back for round two, starting the dinner preparations to hit the table at 5 p.m.

“Then we close it down, and before you know it, it’s time to go again,” Rhodes said with a smile. “I appreciate what the Army’s done for me.”

Rhodes’ story of how she came to the Army is similar to many who lay their heads in the lodge. A divorce in 2013 crippled her finances.

The 41-year-old sought shelter at the lodge about a month ago, while her 10year-old daughter stayed with Rhodes’s mother. Since then, Rhodes has been working to put her life back together one day at a time.

“I had to start all over. I found good people here.

They have mentors I could talk to about anything, and who could help me in just about any aspect,” she said.

‘Put yourself in our situation. If you were homeless, what would you need?’

Hytisa Rhodes

about the Salvation Army depending on donations “Whether they know it or not, the kitchen has been kind of like therapy for me. It helps get my mind off my problems.”

Rhodes hopes to get on her feet sooner rather than later. She tries to see the tough times as a learning experience. And she sees her journey as a matter of staying focused, staying on track.

“Speaking for me, I lost focus for God, and I put other things first,” she said.

“When it all fell apart, it felt like a lesson. Even from here, I’m a whole lot better than I was. I’m not depressed, I’m not crying all the time.When you’re around people who love you and care for you, that makes a big difference. I don’t feel worthless.”

Rhodes said the Army is crunched for resources during the holidays. For their annual Thanksgiving meal, the Army’s Women’s Auxiliary prepares to feed 3,000.

This year’s Angel Tree campaign, which allows The Mall at Barnes Crossing shoppers to fulfill the Christmas wish lists of children in need, sponsors around 800 angels.

As for the Army’s regulars, they need more to make it through the cold weather.

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Hytisa Rhodes works in the Salvation Army’s kitchen preparing meals on wheels as well as lunch and dinner for the lodge. A lodge resident herself, Rhodes is working with the Army to rebuild her life one day at a time.

Donations of money, food, gifts, clothing and bedding are all welcome. Nothing, Rhodes said, is too small or too big.

“The Salvation Army depends so much on donations,” she said.“Put yourself in our situation. If you were homeless, what would you need?”

Those wishing to volunteer as bell ringers or in any other way are asked to contact the Army’s headquarters on Carnation Street at (662) 842-9222.

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BUSINESS JOURNAL

DECEMBER 2014

BUSINESS JOURNAL

DECEMBER 2014

United Way campaign aims high

BY RILEY MANNING

‘By letting them assess their own need … volunteers really feel a sense of ownership of what their doing.’

DAILY JOURNAL

It’s impossible to talk about service work in Northeast Mississippi without talking about the United Way. The Northeast Mississippi chapter covers seven counties and backs 68 agencies in the region, including the Boys and Girls Clubs, Habitat for Humanity and 4-H Clubs.

“You couldn’t write checks to each of the 68 agencies,” said United Way campaign manager GeraldWages. “You couldn’t keep track of them all.”

That, Wages said, is where the UnitedWay steps in to streamline giving, to maximize helping through organization and efficiency.

“Look at the tornado in April,” he said. “The United Way was scheduling volunteers by 8 a.m. the next day. Without that, you’d just have people wandering around. We put people in the right place at the right time.”

The United Way is unique because of the amount of control it gives to local leaders.

“Volunteers in each county get

Gerald Wages

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United Way campaign manager Gerald Wages said 75 percent of the agency's funds come through employee payroll deductions. together and review agency applications. We have local donors, local boards, a lot of people who do a lot of things,”Wages said. “By letting them assess their own need and decide how to meet those needs, volunteers really feel a sense of ownership of what their doing.”

He said 99 cents of every dollar stays in the county in which it

was donated.

Wages first came in contact with United Way during his tenure at the North Mississippi Medical Center. As is the case with many businesses, he and his coworkers participated in an employee campaign. In fact, the medical center grew its giving among employees enough to place it in the top 1 percent of

employee donors in the country.

He continued to be involved, and this year is managing the United Way’s fundraising campaign, aimed at the goal of $2,425,000. The 23-person campaign cabinet wanted a reasonable but challenging goal, one that would aid the growing needs of the agency.

“I have a lot more free time than I used to, and I don’t think time should be wasted. It’s important to help somebody,” Wages said. “Each member of the campaign cabinet acts as a point person to their region. We’ve been blessed with such good leadership. You look at Patty Tucker with the Red Cross. She’s

quiet, but determined. Or Zell Long at the Boys and Girls Club.

They are so passionate, and their passion converts to service,” Perhaps surprisingly, 75 percent of the United Way’s funds come not through large gift donations of a few thousand dollars, but through payroll deductions of an hour’s wage each month.

The average yearly gift, Wages said, comes out to about $180.

“I think it’s typical of where we live,” Wages said. “I’ve been across the country, and people just don’t give like they do in this part of the state.”

As with other charitable organizations, the United Way needs support during the holidays more than ever. Wages said the UnitedWay is a great opportunity for end-of-the-year giving, and donations are tax deductible.

They are also always in need of food and clothing.

Those wishing to donate or volunteer should contact the United Way at (662) 841-9133, or visit unitedwaynems.org, which is now equipped to accept online donations. riley.manning@journalinc.com

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BUSINESS JOURNAL

DECEMBER 2014

Red Cross volunteer shines in fire, rain

BY RILEY MANNING BUSINESS JOURNAL

Red Cross volunteer Sarah Rogers is no stranger to disaster.

In fact, the 76-year-old Plantersville native signs up for it.

“I don’t enjoy the reason help is needed,” she said. “But I enjoy helping when things do happen.”

Rogers found the Red Cross in 2005, during Hurricane Katrina.

As she and her granddaughter drove through Tupelo, they passed the BancorpSouth Arena, where a Red Cross shelter had been set up.

“I asked her, ‘You want to go check that out?’ We got a few blocks down and she said, ‘Sure,’ so we turned around,” Rogers said. “I thought they would tell us when to come back, but they told us where to go.”

Rogers was promptly put in charge of the shelter’s kitchen, where she worked for the next 21 days without a break. When Red Cross took the shelter down, she told them to contact her the next time they needed help. And they did.

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Red Cross volunteer Sarah Rogers stumbled into helping the organization in 2005 following Hurricane Katrina. The satisfaction of helping others kept her coming back again and again.

“That first time they kind of threw me in there and said, ‘Have fun,’ but I loved it. That’s the way I learn best anyway,” Rogers said.

Rogers continued feeding the hungry with the Red Cross, and while it’s still her favorite part of the organization, she’s has branched out Patty Tucker, the executive di-

rector of the Red Cross of North Mississippi, said volunteers like Rogers are what make the organization possible. “(Rogers) does whatever we ask her to do,” Tucker said. “She started out serving a niche and has proven she can do it all. That’s what makes a great volunteer.”

Since 2005, Rogers served on the Mississippi Gulf Coast sev-

eral times following storms. In 2011, the Red Cross sent her to New York in the wake of Hurricane Irene. She’s also put in time in Hattiesburg and New Orleans.

“I remember spending a few nights in a staff shelter on the east coast, and the cots being so close together you could barely squeeze between them, much less lay on them,” she said.

“When a church took us in and put us in bunk beds, we thought we were in heaven.

“The best thing about it is, it’s not what I can do, it’s what we can do.”

In April, she was one of the first volunteers on the scene following the tornado in Tupelo, again helping in setting up the shelter at the BancorpSouth Arena.

“I saw one of the ladies who came to the shelter after the tornado at a yard sale the other day,” Rogers said. “She came up to me and said, ‘I was sitting here looking at you and the first thing I thought about was that first plate of food you gave me after the storm.’ She’s just now getting into a new apartment. It’s stuff like that that stays in your heart.”

At the moment, Rogers has her

hands full with fires. Recently, she joined the Red Cross’s Disaster Action Team. Each of the Red Cross of North Mississippi’s 31 counties has its own team of about 20 volunteers who always are on call to respond to disasters.

In all of its coverage area, North Mississippi’s Red Cross has responded to almost 50 fires this year.

Tucker called the time between November and February “fire season,” because of the amount of emergencies caused by dryer and space heater fires.

It is in this area, at this time of year, she said, where the Red Cross needs the most help.

“We are always in need of donations, so when there is a fire, funds will be available to assist the family,” Tucker said. “And we could always use more volunteers.”

Those interested in volunteering with the Red Cross can click over to the volunteer connection page on www.redcross.org. After registering, Tucker said volunteers-to-be can go through training at the Tupelo office and get started. riley.manning@journalinc.com

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ChamberConnection A publication of Journal Publishing and the CDF Chamber Division – December 2014

HOLIDAY HOT SPOTS

With so much going on this holiday season, it can be difficult deciding where to spend your time. We’ve rounded up a few must-dos for the month of December featuring CDF Chamber of Commerce members.

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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS – Enjoy networking with other business professionals at the grand opening of BNA Bank’s new branch location. Open to the public ages 21 and older, register online at cdfms.org/events. This event is free for CDF members.

Thursday, December 11 5 – 6:30 p.m.

BNA Bank, 2919 Tom Watson Dr. Barnes Crossing

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ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADES - with seven Christmas parades held in Lee County, kicking off this Christmas season is as exciting as ever.

Friday, December 5 • Town of Shannon 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 6 • Town of Plantersville 10:00 a.m.

• Town of Sherman 2:00 p.m.

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• City of Guntown 6:00 p.m.

Monday, December 8 • City of Tupelo 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 9 • City of Saltillo 7:00 p.m.

CHRISTMAS WITH NORTH MS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA – Join conductor Steven Byess and the rest of the NMSO as they perform a Christmas program featuring Vivaldi's winter concerto from The Four Seasons and Howard Blake's animated video The Snowman. Visit nmsymphony.com for ticket information

MAC MCANALLY LIVE AT TUPELO COMMUNITY THEATRE – TCT presents Mississippi native and award-winning musician Mac McAnally in concert at the historic Lyric Theatre Friday, December 12 at 7:30 p.m.

Singer/songwriter Tim Warren will open the show. Call (662) 844-1935 for ticket information.

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TUPELO BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER – Ring in the holidays with Tupelo Ballet’s 32nd production of The Nutcracker. This ballet is a brilliant blend of costumes, sets, and choreography that takes you on Clara’s dream-like journey. Tchaikovsy’s beautiful score is performed live by the Tupelo Symphony Orchestra. Dancers will take the stage at the Tupelo High School Performing Arts Center Saturday, December 6 with performances at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. Visit tupeloballet.com for ticket information.

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PUBLIC ICE SKATING – Dust off those old skates!

The BancorpSouth Arena offers public ice-skating from now until January 5 for only $10 per skater including ice skate rental. Times vary, so check bcsarena.com for the full schedule.

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GUY HOVIS EXHIBIT – Through December 22, visit this exhibit at the Tupelo Convention and Visitors Bureau showcasing Hovis’ life journey from birth to his time on the Lawrence Welk Show in addition to his contributions to today’s music.

TUPELO AQUATIC CENTER – Exercise releases endorphins preventing you from becoming a Grinch during the holidays. Take advantage of the Center’s additional recreational swim hours for the holidays: December 2223, from 1-5:00 p.m. and December 26-29, from 15:00 p.m. Visit tupeloaquatics.com for more information.

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TUPELO AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM – Stroll the museum’s 120,000 square-foot showroom featuring over 100 antique cars spanning back 120 years.

Open Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-12 and free for children under 4.

Special AAA, Senior, and military rates available.

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A CDF

CHAMBER CONNECTION

CDF Calendar of Events

Additional dates will be announced as they are scheduled.

Upcoming CDF events are listed at www.cdfms.org/events.

Business Boxed Lunch & Learn Wednesday, December 10 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Tax Accounting – Smorgasbord Presented by: Jason Whaley, Watkins Uiberall, PLLC CPAs Business After Hours Thursday, December 11 5 – 6:30 p.m.

BNA Bank – Barnes Crossing 2919 Tom Watson Dr.

Trustmark National Bank Business Roundtable Wednesday, March 25 4 p.m.

CDF Boardroom

New CDF Members Ashley Studio Pottery Mr. Michael Ashley 398 E Main St., Ste. 106 Tupelo, MS 38804 (417) 818-9344 www.ashleystudio pottery.com Arts

Delta Materials Handling, Inc. Ms. Francie Emerson 1984 McCullough Blvd.

Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 844-5766 www.deltamat.com Equipment

Mississippi Bottled Water of Tupelo, Inc. Mr. Frank Anger 750 Rex Dr. Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 841-1668 Manufacturers & Distributors

BNA Bank Ms. Barbara Doles 2919 Tom Watson Dr. Saltillo, MS 38866 (662) 842-4618 www.bnabank.com Banking

Gabriel’s on Gloster Mr. Micah Lawson 407 N Gloster St., Ste. 1-B Tupelo, MS 38804 (662) 269-3842 Restaurants & Catering

Premier Janitorial Service Mr. Elton Edwards 107 CR 771 Shannon, MS 38868 (662) 419-2429 Janitorial

New Member Networking Tuesday, March 31 4:00 p.m.

CDF Boardroom

Business Boxed Lunch & Learn Wednesday, January 14 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Interview Techniques for Employers Presented by: Katie McMillan, Key Staff Source

Business Boxed Lunch & Learn Wednesday, April 8 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Who’s in Your Flock?

How to identify the various personality types in your workplace Presented by: KC Grist, KC Grist Consulting

Business Roundtable Wednesday, January 21 4:00 p.m.

CDF Boardroom

Business Roundtable Wednesday, May 27 4 p.m.

CDF Boardroom

Business Boxed Lunch & Learn Wednesday, February 18 Excel Presented by: Cole McCarty,

Community Development Foundation’s 2014-2015 Board of Directors CDF’s goals and objectives are accomplished through the efforts of members appointed to committees operating under one of CDF’s three divisions: Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development and Planning and Property Management.

2014-2015 Executive Committee Mr. Chauncey Godwin, Jr., Chairman Ms. Lisa Hawkins, First Vice Chairman Mr. Barry Smith, Second Vice Chairman Mr. David Rumbarger, President/Secretary Mr. David Copenhaver, Immediate Past Chairman

Mike Armour Roger Bland David Brevard Mike Bryan Mark Burleson Bo Calhoun Tillmon Calvert B.J. Canup Gary Carnathan Grace Clark Mike Clayborne V.M. Cleveland Scott Cochran Fred Cook David Copenhaver Beverly Crossen

Mr. Tillmon Calvert Mr. B.J. Canup Mr. Scott Cochran Mr. Clay Foster Ms. Julianne Goodwin Mr. Bryan Hawkins

2014-2015 Board of Directors

Jay Dey Mike Eaton Joe Estess Clay Foster Chauncey Godwin, Jr. Julianne Goodwin Bryan Hawkins Lisa Hawkins Skipper Holliman Blair Hughes David Irwin Wesley Jones Jamie Kennedy Bob Kerley Gearl Loden Jimmy Long

Zell Long Derek Markley Jerry Maxcy Robin McGraw Larry Michael Guy Mitchell Ted Moll Mabel Murphree Mary Pace Aubrey Patterson Darrell Rankin Harry Rayburn Jack Reed, Jr. Scott Reed Eddie Richey Drew Robertson

Mr. Jerry Maxcy Mr. Guy Mitchell, III Dr. Dick White Mr. Tollie White

Ty Robinson David Rumbarger Jason Shelton Barry Smith Rex Smith Jane Spain Gary Sparkman Buddy Stubbs Sean Suggs Aaron Washington Jimmy Weeks Dick White Tollie White

DECEMBER 2014

De Lighthouse Jazz Café Mr. Timothy Topps 701 S Gloster St. Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 407-4221 Restaurants & Catering

Hunt Marketing Ms. Corinne Vance 103A Courthouse Sq. Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 313-1800 www.wghassociates.com Creative Services

The Snooty Owl Ms. Amber Mooneyham 1626B N Veterans Blvd.

Tupelo, MS 38804 (662) 844-4042 Retail & Specialty Shops

Southeastern Freight Lines Mission Rehab Mr. Casey Mayer of New Albany 150 George T Thompson Dr. Mr. J. Pullman Tupelo, MS 38801 111A Main St. (662) 690-9871 New Albany, MS 38652 www.sefl.com (662) 538-8258 www.yourmissionrehab.com Transportation Health Care

2014-2015 Ambassadors Club Jennifer Alexander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flawless by Jennifer Allen Jesse Bandre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exceed Technologies Rashni Barath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trustmark National Bank Betty Baxter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bishop's BBQ Grill Stephanie Browning. . . . . . . . . . . . . Hampton Inn & Suites Tupelo Sheila Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OSA – One-Stop Advertising Becki Duffie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kelly Services Cheryl Foster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wingate by Wyndham Romanda Hampton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hilton Garden Inn Dianne Harris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Summit Group Companies, LLC Toby Hedges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shelter Insurance Jim Jolly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Denise Kennedy-Brown . . . . . . . . . . . Special Occasions by Denise Justin Kirk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. Lawns of Northeast Mississippi Charlise Latour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sprint Print Molly Lovorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C Spire Bea Luckett. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TRI, Inc. Realtors Brad McCully . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sportsman Lawn & Landscape Chuck McIntosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . McIntosh Creative Services Katie McMillan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Key Staff Source Scott Medlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elite Pro Wash Holley Meriweather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community Bank Leigh Monroe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Street Family Dentistry Kelsey Norrett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Comcast Spotlight Allen Pegues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Premium Productions Fred Pitts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safestore of Tupelo, Inc. Ashley Hardy Prince . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . local MOBILE Torrie Robertson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Cotton Bolt Jacob Thomas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C Spire Mary Sue Tudor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lamar Advertising Pam Turner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monts Paper & Packaging Lisa Wadley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sylvan Learning Center Ross Weems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BancorpSouth Mary Werner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robinson & Associates Stephanie West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Best Western Plus Grady Wigginton . . . Legal Shield – Grady Wigginton & Associates June Wigginton . . . . Legal Shield – Grady Wigginton & Associates

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GABRIEL’S ON GLOSTER

Agent Reta Doughty and Broker Nat Grubbs stand in front of one of Pinnacle Realty’s available office buildings at 114 N Broadway St. in Tupelo. Located inside the Renasant Center for IDEAs, Pinnacle Realty can be contacted at (662) 321-0191 or online at pinnaclerealtycompany.com.

Gabriel’s on Gloster celebrated its grand opening at 407 N Gloster St. in Tupelo.

Specializing in ‘upscale pub food with Southern flair,’ Gabriel’s menu includes smoked pork belly, bacon, fried green tomatoes, steaks and more. Gabriel’s on Gloster can be contacted at (662) 269-3842 or on Facebook.

Tenant Spotlight: Pinnacle Realty

MISSION REHAB OF NEW ALBANY

Each month, we sit down with a tenant of the Renasant Center for IDEAs and talk ideas, opportunities and business. This month, we caught up with Reta Doughty of Pinnacle Realty, the business incubator’s resident realtor.

TELL US ABOUT your business.

PINNACLE REALTY is a hometown Real Estate and Construction Firm that takes pride in being “Tupelo’s Boutique Real Estate Firm.”We cover Tupelo and all surrounding areas of North Mississippi. We have over 35 years combined experience in residential and commercial real estate sales, leasing, property management, construction, remodeling and buyer/seller representation. We strive daily to develop relationships with our clients, handling their transaction from start to finish with dependability, honesty and integrity.

When a client calls, they speak with one of us. In 2013, we moved to the Renasant Center for IDEAS. This was the best move we could have ever made. We had record breaking years in both 2013 and 2014 and look forward to continued success along with the growth of our local economy.

YES, REAL ESTATE is truly a localized industry. Although North Mississippi experienced some of the economic downturn, we are currently seeing a trend toward a strengthening local economy and real estate market that has been fueled by aggressive economic development, strong local leaders and our one of a kind “Tupelo Spirit”.

About the Renasant Center for IDEAs

Operated by the Community Development Foundation, the Renasant Center for IDEAs (RCFI) serves as Tupelo/Lee County’s business incubator by lowering startup costs for new businesses and entrepreneurs. In addition to an affordable office space, services are available to tenants including assistance with business basics, management and financial training, technical, accounting and research. Since its construction in 2006, 16 businesses have graduated from the Center, creating 374 jobs in Lee County. Currently, 27 RCFI tenants employ 126 workers.

WITH MORE AND MORE HOMEOWNERS choosing to list their homes themselves, what are the advantages of hiring a realtor?

AS EXPERIENCED REALTORS, we have industry specific education, local knowledge of market conditions, advertising resources and negotiation skills. Our job is to provide a service, by saving you time and money while navigating the sale or purWHAT’S THE BEST PIECE of chase of your home, land or advice you can give a home commercial property. buyer?

IF A BUYER is getting a WHEN LISTING your home, loan to purchase a propwhat is the greatest piece of erty, they need pre-apadvice you can give a home proval. This will limit seller? viewing properties that are WE TELL OUR CLIENTS to not in the budget and will prepare their home by de- allow us to help tailor our cluttering, cleaning and search for potential purmaking any necessary re- chases that may match. We pairs; maximizing curb ap- want to work for you in lopeal and make a mental cating properties within note to “let go” of any emo- your price range, negotiattions so they can look to- ing the offer, home inspecward the future. Also, as tion repairs, and more. realtors we can provide the For more information IN YOUR OPINION, has the seller with a comparative about buying or selling with housing market in Tupelo market analysis to aid in Pinnacle Realty, call Reta fully recovered since 2008? pricing their property.

Doughty at (662) 321-0191.

Mission Rehab of New Albany recently held a ribbon cutting. Mission Rehab offers comprehensive physical therapy specializing in manipulation, dry needling and exercise to garner the best and swift results. Mission Rehab of New Albany is located at 111-A Main St. in New Albany and can be contacted at (662) 538-8258, online at yourmissionrehab.com or on Facebook.

Interested in starting a business? Let the Renasant Center for IDEAs and the MS Small Business Development Center help you get started.

‘Starting a Business – First Steps’ December 16 1:00pm – 2:30pm

‘How to Develop a Business Plan’ December 18 1:00pm – 2:30pm

To register for a workshop or for more information, contact Dana Cawthon at 1-800-725-7232 or (662) 680-6988.

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CHAMBER CONNECTION

DECEMBER 2014

CHAMBER CONNECTION

DECEMBER 2014

YUMMY YOGURT & CAFE

MABUS AGENCY

In celebration of its new location inside Midtown Pointe, Yummy Yogurt & Café held a ribbon cutting. Visit Yummy Yogurt & Café for lunch as they serve freshly made sandwiches, wraps and more, then stay and try a variety of frozen yogurt flavors with as many topping choices. Yummy Yogurt & Café is located at 499 Gloster Creek Vlg., Ste. I-3 and can be contacted at (662) 841-1133 or on Facebook.

Mabus Agency celebrated the move to its new location at 71 S Green St. in Tupelo with a ribbon cutting. Mabus Agency offers strategy-based creative services including brand, print, web and video work. For more information about Mabus Agency or their work, call (662) 823-2100 or visit mabusagency.com.

AMBASSADOR OF THE MONTH

Ashley Prince, marketing specialist with local MOBILE, is October’s Ambassador of the Month. Ashley attended 7 CDF events and ribbon cuttings and contacted 24 CDF members through the member mentor program. Congratulations, Ashley!

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Start the New Year with a CDF Chamber membership

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CDF membership provides invaluable resources for any small business looking to become a part of the community it serves. As a small business owner, I am proud to be a member of this Chamber.

Chauncey Godwin, Jr., 2014-2015 CDF Chairman

Located in historic downtown Tupelo, the Chamber of Commerce is the central hub of business development and growth for Tupelo and Lee County, Mississippi.

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Did you know?

CDF is made up of three divisions: the Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development and Planning and Property Management.

Our team

CDF was named to Site Selection Magazine’s 2014 Top Ten Economic Development Groups in the country

As a division of CDF, the Chamber provides you and your business with programs and services to assist in your success while working to sustain a strong and vibrant community.

As an engaged Chamber member, you’ll provide business leadership for the entire community. You’ll also benefit from discounts, services, and opportunities designed to help ensure your success.

Dues are an investment, not a contribution. In fact, your investment helps create jobs, improve education, and continue efforts in improving the quality of life in Tupelo/Lee County.

Join our more than 1,200 members in this meaningful work. Become a partner. You can make a difference in making this great city even better.

Join us by calling (662) 842-4521.

Recent research by The Shapiro Group has shown that by being a member of a Chamber of Commerce, consumers are 80% more likely to purchase goods and services from your business.

PROGRAMS & SERVICES The Chamber provides business development seminars, networking opportunities, community leadership classes, publicity for your business, and much more.

Chamber Connection 2.0 (CC 2.0) e-newsletter With nearly 3,000 subscribers, members are encouraged to submit awards, announcements, advertisements, etc. for the monthly publication.

ChamberAdvantage CDF’s ChamberAdvantage affinity program features exclusive chamber member discounts, products, or services offered by program participants.

Business After Hours Business After Hours offers members the opportunity to meet other business representatives, exchange ideas, and make important long-lasting bonds in a relaxed social setting.

Business Roundtable Join fellow CDF members at this bi-monthly networking meeting as they give brief, informative reports. Over 50 member businesses are represented at each meeting.

Jim Ingram Community Leadership Institute The Jim Ingram Community Leadership Institute is a two-year program designed to enhance community leadership development and to encourage personal and professional growth.

Livability Tupelo/Lee County Magazine Advertise in this award-winning, CDF-sponsored quality of life magazine distributed to all CDF members, including area hotels, health care facilities, restaurants, and more.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies Take advantage of this ‘photo opp’ gaining publicity for your business with a picture and brief business profile published in an upcoming issue of the Daily Journal’s Northeast MS Business Journal.

Taste of Tupelo As the Chamber’s largest event of the year, this regional trade show and premier business networking event for the entire community features over 100 exhibitors and draws a crowd of over 1,300 attendees.

Tupelo Young Professionals (TYP) The TYP’s mission is to bring together a group of young, active and civic-minded individuals who have a clear vision of Tupelo/Lee County’s future as a great place to live and work.

Wake Up! Tupelo/Lee County Wake Up! Tupelo/Lee County features experts, panel discussions, and Q&A sessions addressing issues that directly im-

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DECEMBER 2014

CHAMBER CONNECTION

Please join us for CDF Business Roundtable

Wednesday, January 21 4:00 p.m.

CDF Boardroom 398 E Main St., CDF Center

Free for CDF members.

For more information, contact Emily Addison at (662) 842-4521 or eaddison@cdfms.org.

Tax Smorgasbord A Full Buffet of Tax Planning Challenges and Opportunities

Interview Techniques for Employers Best Practices for Recruiting the Right Staff

This presentation will highlight a number of current tax planning issues, including the Affordable Care Act, tangible personal property regulations, legislative update on the “extenders” package, the Net Investment Income Tax, Mississippi tax incentives, recent IRS and court rulings, as well as year-end planning matters.

Many employers miss the mark when hiring the best applicant costing themselves time, energy and money due to a lack of basic interview techniques. Join Key Staff Source as they guide you through the interview process with best practices for recruiting the right hire. Tips include interview preparation, asking the right interview questions and basic dos and don’ts of the hiring process.

Wednesday, December 10 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, January 14 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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Registration fees for each seminar: Members: $15 || Non-members: $30 Registration limited to first 60.

Location: 398 E Main St., CDF Center; CDF Boardroom Register online at cdfms.org/events

DECEMBER 2014

Tupelo takes green to a new level Tupelo has been designated as a Valley Sustainable Gold Level Community in Tennessee Valley Authority’s (TVA) economic development program.

Tupelo/Lee County recently completed the program sponsored by TVA and developed and administered by consultant Boyette Strategic Advisors (BSA.) “This takes Tupelo economic development marketing efforts to prospective and existing sustainably-focused companies to a whole new level,” said Community Development Foundation President and CEO David Rumbarger.

The Valley Sustainable Communities Program, now in its second year, was initiated by TVA Economic Development as part of its community preparedness offerings to assist communities in evaluating existing sustainable programs, cataloging their sustainable assets, and increasing future commitments to sustainability. The goal of the program is to document a community’s assets and increase the likelihood that they will be viewed as progressive and competitive by companies looking to invest in new or expanded locations.

“We are proud that Tupelo has successfully completed the Valley Sustainable Communities Program,” said Del Boyette, President/CEO of Boyette Strategic Advisors.

“The gold level designation recognizes that a community has community-wide sustainability initiatives in place, with programs available to support the existing business community and promote economic development.”

Sustainability has become a key issue for economic development organizations and communities as more corporations have demonstrated an increas-

“We are proud that Tupelo has successfully completed the Valley Sustainable Communities Program. The gold level designation recognizes that a community has community-wide sustainability initiatives in place, with programs available to support the existing business community and promote economic development.”

Del Boyette

President/CEO of Boyette Strategic Advisors ing commitment to sustainability. More than 90 percent of corporate real estate executives who responded to a CoreNet Global survey on sustainability said that it is a consideration in their company location decisions. The typical reasons for this corporate commitment are reduced operating costs for increased profitability and greater employee satisfaction.

“This program is the first of its kind to connect the dots between corporate America’s commitment to sustainability and its impact on economic development, which ultimately will ensure that our communities are more prepared to compete in global markets,” added John Bradley, TVA senior vice president of Economic Development.

“We are seeing that more and more companies have an increasing business emphasis on sustainable operations, and are adding this component to their RFIs as they search for a community where they can locate, grow, and enhance their company and employee sustainability commitments.”

Thirteen communities were recognized as Valley Sustainable Communities in 2013, and an additional 12 communities are seeking recognition this year.

In addition to completing the inventory of sustain-

able assets and utilizing the Valley Sustainable Communities designation in their marketing materials, communities that complete the program also receive marketing support from TVA Economic Development.

“Tupelo has already made a significant commitment to sustainability,” said Tupelo City Mayor Jason Shelton. “This Valley Sustainable Gold Level Community designation provides us with the opportunity to document, further develop and be recognized for our ongoing sustainable initiatives, and attract new investment and jobs.”

About the Community Development Foundation: Founded in 1948, CDF is the exclusive agency charged with providing chamber of commerce, economic development, and planning and property management services for Tupelo/Lee County, Mississippi. The Community Development Foundation (CDF) is a nonprofit membership organization composed of civic, business, and professional leaders representing the region. CDF has been selected five times as one of the top 10 industrial development agencies in the nation by Site Selection magazine, a leading trade magazine for industrial development consultants.

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ANYTIME FITNESS

UPS STORE

Anytime Fitness celebrated its completed renovation at its 800 E Main St. gym with a ribbon cutting. With two locations on East and West Main St. in Tupelo, Anytime Fitness fits your busy schedule and on-the-go lifestyle. Anytime Fitness clubs are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. For more information, contact Anytime Fitness at (662) 844-1235, online at anytimefitness.com or on Facebook.

The UPS Store recently held a ribbon cutting in celebration of its post-tornado renovations at its 1020 N Gloster St. location in Tupelo. In addition to mailing, packing and shipping services, the UPS Store offers in-store and online printing services, document finishing, mailbox services, notary and packing and shipping, all tailored to fit your small business. The UPS Store can be contacted at (662) 840-7222, online at theupsstore.com or on Facebook.

“Serving North Mississippi Since 1949”

Residential • Commercial • Industrial

B&B CONCRETE CO., INC. visit us at bbconcrete.com

© JPC - 2014

130 N. Industrial Rd. • Tupelo, MS 38802 842-6312 • Dispatch: 842-6313 • Fax: 842-6327

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CHAMBER CONNECTION

DECEMBER 2014

CHAMBER CONNECTION

DECEMBER 2014

THE SNOOTY OWL

DE LIGHTHOUSE JAZZ CAFE

The Snooty Owl celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 1626 B N Veterans Blvd. in Tupelo. The Snooty Owl offers a unique selection of clothing, shoes, handmade jewelry, home goods, paintings, pottery, gifts and much more. Visit the Snooty Owl on Facebook or call (662) 844-4042 for more information.

De Lighthouse Jazz Café recently held a ribbon cutting. Located at 701 S Gloster St. in Tupelo, De Lighthouse Jazz Café entertains a diverse audience with a mix of blues, jazz and gospel music, as well as karaoke. Contact De Lighthouse Jazz Café at (662) 407-4221 or visit them on Facebook.

Does your business have exciting news to share?

Contact Mallory Rutledge at mrutledge@cdfms.org or (662) 842-4521 to have it published in CDF’s monthly e-newsletter, Chamber Connection 2.0.

HONORED TO SERVE ALL WHO HAVE SERVED 335 East Main Street • Fairpark District Historic Downtown Tupelo 662-842-5665 www.parkheightsrestaurant.com

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Magnolia Bingo gives back to children’s charities

BY DENNIS SEID BUSINESS JOURNAL

TUPELO – Rows of flat-screen monitors sit on tables, manned by up to 150 people. Several others can sit at tables nearby.

But this isn’t a call center, computer lab or some massive electronic monitoring station.

It’s a bingo hall.

More precisely, it is Magnolia Bingo, and the people sitting at the screens are bingo players, each hoping to yell “bingo” to win some money.

But while the players are hoping for a payoff, so is Ann NealMoore, the executive director of His Way Inc., the Ridgelandbased nonprofit organization which generates its revenue from Magnolia Bingo.

While it’s true that bingo halls bring in money, many people don’t know that they also distribute money.

“We help other charities, specifically children’s advocacy organizations across the state,” she said.

Since 2002, His Way – via Magnolia Bingo – has distributed more than $14.5 million to scores

of agencies across the state. In north Mississippi alone, His Way had donated nearly $4 million.

Among the beneficiaries are familiar organizations like the Family Resource Center, Faith Haven, the Autism Center of Tupelo (now Autism Center of North Mississippi).

However, His Way took a significant hit to its revenue stream after the April 28 tornado in Tupelo ripped up Magnolia Bingo’s old home at the corner of North Green and North Gloster streets.

The bingo hall was out of commission for three and a half months, finally reopening in mid-August at a temporary home in the Tupelo Commons retail development. Until its old facility is rebuilt, Magnolia Bingo will do business next to a diverse group of neighbors, including Ashley Furniture HomeStore, Hancock Fabrics, Tuesday Morning, Thai Garden and Best Buy. With Magnolia Bingo finally reopening, bingo players are back playing up to 35 games a night, starting at 6:30 p.m.

Lisa Cox, who manages Magnolia Bingo, said every game is closely monitored and reviewed,

COURTESY

Proceeds from bingo games played at Magnolia Bingo go toward children-focused agencies. More than $4 million has been donated to north Mississippi-based groups since 2002. with a strict inventory count done nightly to ensure every sheet and every dollar have been accounted for.

“If we don’t match, we don’t go home until it does,” she said.

Bingo is in fact regulated by the state, much like casinos.

In 1990, the Mississippi Legislature legalized dockside casino

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gambling. The Mississippi Gaming Control Act established the Mississippi Gaming Commission to regulate the casinos. It also regulates charitable gaming through the Charitable Bingo Law. That law authorized the play of bingo“in order to fund groups, associations or clubs that are regis-

tered with the Secretary of State’s Office as nonprofit organizations,” according to the commission.

The first regulated bingo hall opened in October 1992, and charitable gaming is now conducted in about half of the 82 counties in the state.

Magnolia Bingo opened in 1996.

“Bingo is the most regulated gaming operation in the state,” said Neal-Moore. “We’ve been the poster child for regulation so far.”

And she welcomes the scrutiny. She said bingo halls get an unfair perception from many who don’t know about the charitable giving they’re responsible for across the state. With regular – and surprise – inspections, by the gaming commission, along with required regular reports to the agency, Neal-Moore said bingo halls shouldn’t be looked down upon.

Bingo players have to pay to play, hoping to win prizes.

“People pay good money to play in golf tournaments, hoping to win prizes, too,” she said. “It’s no different with bingo hall.” dennis.seid@journalinc.com

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BUSINESS JOURNAL

DECEMBER 2014

CHAMBER CONNECTION

DECEMBER 2014

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Business Directory Building Supplies

Concrete

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Commercial Plumbing

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Insurance

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Business Directory Moving

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840-8010

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