SEPTEMBER 2015 101 Service Drive ▪ Brandon, MS 39042 ▪ (601) 825-2268 ▪ (601) 825-1977 Fax www.rankinchamber.com PLATINUM SPONSORS Rankin County Board of Supervisors Rankin First Economic Devel. GOLD SPONSOR Merit Health System: Merit Health Rankin and Merit Health River Oaks SILVER SPONSORS BancorpSouth BankFirst Financial Services BankPlus Brandon Professional Eyecare Associates Community Bank Ergon, Inc. Renasant Bank TempStaff, Inc. Trustmark Naonal Bank BRONZE SPONSORS Atmos Energy Bank of Forest: Diversified Mortgage Corporation; Forest Insurance Agency Bank of Yazoo Brandon Sporng Arms Brunini, Grantham, Grower & Hewes, PLLC Capital Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Community Trust Bank Copiah Bank Copper Sculptures Delta Industries/Jackson Ready-Mix Fred's Super Dollar Stores Germany Dental Grantham Poole CPA's Jackson Healthcare for Women MWG Senior Services Outlets of Mississippi Paul Davis Restoraon of Central Mississippi Presh Tots Couture Children’s Bouque Southern Electric Corp. St. Dominic's Family Medicine Steel Service The Winning Smile Dental Group Sponsors Connued on Page 3... NEWS Thank you to our Corporate Sponsors WHEN WHERE FEATURING BLEND is the Acappella quartet that brings back all those fun loving memories of the 50’s & 60’s with a twist of fun! PRESENTED BY TICKETS General Seating $35 (per person) Reserved Table $600 (seating for 8) Corporate Sponsor $1000 (front round, seating for 8) RSVP to Ashlee Coley at [email protected]No later than Monday, September 21, 2015 RANKIN COUNTY CHAMBER 56TH ANNUAL BANQUET LUNCHEON Tuesday, September 29, 2015 11 am - 1 pm Clyde Muse Center at Hinds Community College Rankin 515 Country Place Parkway, Pearl How Do You Do’s & Corkscrews, Brews The Chamber’s annual wine and craſt beer tasng event, Corkscrews, Brews & How Do You Do’s, was held August 27th at Table 100. Guests also enjoyed heavy hors d’oeuvres, live music and good company. We would like to extend a big THANK YOU to our Event Sponsors and Membership Commiee members who helped make this another outstanding chamber event! Congratulaons to Cindy Wagner, winner of our Gulfport Getaway!
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SEPTEMBER 2015
101 Service Drive ▪ Brandon, MS 39042 ▪ (601) 825-2268 ▪ (601) 825-1977 Faxwww.rankinchamber.com
PLATINUM SPONSORSRankin County Board of
SupervisorsRankin First Economic Devel.
GOLD SPONSORMerit Health System: Merit Health Rankin and Merit Health River Oaks
SILVER SPONSORSBancorpSouth BankFirst Financial ServicesBankPlusBrandon Professional Eyecare
AssociatesCommunity BankErgon, Inc.Renasant BankTempStaff, Inc.Trustmark National Bank
BRONZE SPONSORS Atmos EnergyBank of Forest: Diversified Mortgage
MedicineCommunity Trust BankCopiah Bank Copper SculpturesDelta Industries/Jackson
Ready-MixFred's Super Dollar StoresGermany DentalGrantham Poole CPA'sJackson Healthcare for WomenMWG Senior ServicesOutlets of MississippiPaul Davis Restoration of
Central MississippiPresh Tots Couture Children’s
BoutiqueSouthern Electric Corp.St. Dominic's Family MedicineSteel ServiceThe Winning Smile Dental Group
Sponsors Continued on Page 3...
NEWSThank you to our Corporate Sponsors
WHEN
WHERE
FEATURING
BLEND is the Acappella quartet that brings back all those fun loving memories of the 50’s & 60’s with a twist of fun!
PRESENTED BY
TICKETSGeneral Seating $35 (per person)
Reserved Table $600(seating for 8)
Corporate Sponsor $1000(front round, seating for 8)
Clyde Muse Center at Hinds Community College Rankin515 Country Place Parkway, Pearl
How Do You Do’s&Corkscrews, Brews
The Chamber’s annual wine and craft beer tasting event, Corkscrews, Brews & How Do You Do’s, was held August 27th at Table 100. Guests also enjoyed heavy hors d’oeuvres, live music and good company.
We would like to extend a big THANK YOU to our Event Sponsors and Membership Committee members who helped make this another outstanding chamber event!
Congratulations to Cindy Wagner, winner of our
Gulfport Getaway!
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President Debbie Blackwell, BankPlus
President-ElectAmanda Fontaine , Mississippi Burn Foundation
Treasurer Wendy Berry, Trustmark Bank
Secretary Alicia Carpenter, Merit Health Rankin
Past President Daniel Elliott, BancorpSouth
AmbassadorsJohnny Beck, Community Trust Bank
Education Sherry Franklin, Hinds Community College
Elder Services Terri Wood, Richland Economic Development Association
Events Bridget Lowery, BankPlus
Leadership Amanda Fontaine , Mississippi Burn Foundation
Marketing Jamie Higdon, TempStaff, Inc.
Membership/Business Development Don Williams, Renasant Bank
Wed, Sept 16 ������������������������Leadership Rankin (Health & Human Needs Day)
Thurs, Sept 17, 8:15 am �������Education Committee (Corner Bakery, Flowood)
Thurs, Sept 17, 10:30 am �����RC: Saint Studios Film, LLC (Chamber, 101 Service Drive, Brandon)
Tues, Sept 22, 10:00 am ������RC: Son Seekers Afterschool & Summer Camp (5002 Hwy 80, Pearl)
Wed, Sept 23 ������������������������Ag Tour
Wed, Sept 23, 11:30 am ������L&L: Generational Differences in the Workplace (Flowood Library)
Fri, Sept 25, 8:00 am ������������Dollars for Donuts (Outlets of MS Food Court)
Tues, Sept 29, 11am-1pm ���Annual Banquet Luncheon (Muse Center, 515 County Place Pkwy, Pearl)
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DIAMOND SPONSORS
Diamond Sponsors - Cont'd Page 4...
• Abston Law Firm
• All American Check Cashing
• Ben Nelson Golf & Utility Vehicles
• Bows & Arrows
• Car Care Clinic
• Cartridge World
• CENTURY 21 Maselle & Associates-Ashley McAdory
• Cerami’s Italian Restaurant & Market
• Chick-fil-A
• Coffee News
• Dependable Pest Service, Inc.
• Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
• DL Granite and Cabinet, Inc.
• El Potrillo Mexican Grill
• Elliott Law Firm, PLLC
• Exit Advantage Realty
• Fairway Foods, Inc.
• First Baptist Church of Brandon
• focus fit
• Forget Me Nots of Brandon
• Front Gate Realty
• Georgia Blue
• Goodwill Industries of Mississippi
• Hall’s Towing Service, Inc.
• Hallett Group Marketing
• Heart of the South
• Hermetic Rush Services
• Hillard’s Septic & Vacuum Truck Service
• Home Instead Senior Care
• Hope Fellowship Church
• Hopper Properties
• Hospice Advantage
• Izzo’s Illegal Burrito
• Janice Shumaker
• KeyTrust Properties Paula Ricks, LLC
• Lost Pizza Company-Brandon
• Magnolia Health Plan
• Mandy Castle Realtor
• Massage Envy Spa
The Nominating Committee of the Rankin County Chamber places in nomination in the following as a slate of Officers and Board of Director Members for the fiscal October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016.
2015-2016 NOMINATING REPORT
VICE PRESIDENTS:Ambassadors: Jamie Higdon, TempStaffEducation: Sherry Franklin, Hinds CCElder Services: Terri Wood, REDAEvents: Debbie Blackwell, BankPlusLeadership: Johnny Beck, Community Trust BankMarketing: Laurie Cutrer, SignmarkMembership: Don Williams, Renasant Bank
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:Alicia Carpenter, Merit Health RankinBecky Boyd, Rankin County Circuit ClerkBridget Lowery, BankPlusChance Carter, Community BankDaniel Elliott, BancorpSouthDavid Broadaway, Members ExchangeJason Walker, BancorpSouthKyle Keeton, Region 8Michelle Rhodes, TempStaffTroy Odom, Blair and Bondurant
PRESIDENT: Amanda Fontaine, Mississippi Burn Foundation
PRESIDENT ELECT: Johnny Beck, Community Trust Bank
SECRETARY: Kim LaFontaine, Pearl Public School District
TREASURER: Wendy Berry, Trustmark Bank
PAST PRESIDENT: Debbie Blackwell, BankPlus
TREATStreet
Join us for
Join the fun as ghosts and goblins trick or treat through “Treat Street” which will be set up inside the Muse Center. Don’t miss this great opportunity to get out in front of the community.
We provide the booths, you provide the candy! Feel free to dress in costume and decorate your booth.
All Chamber Members are encouraged to participate but only 50 booths are available. Booths are $50 each on a first-come, first-serve basis.
But...when they’re gone, they’re gone!
Fun! Thursday, october 29th5:30-7:30 pmMuse Center, Pearl
Rankin County Chamber 101 Service Drive Brandon 601.825.2268 Contact: Ashlee Coley [email protected]
This safe and fun-filled indoor event is open to kids 12 & under.
Arm bands are only $5 each.
RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS Page 4 - September 2015
DIAMOND SPONSORS (cont'd)
• McIntosh & Assoc., LLC, Realtors
• Melissa Ellis, REALTOR-KeyTrust Properties
• Members Exchange
• Mississippi Burn Foundation
• Mississippi HomeCare Brandon
• Mississippi Trophy, LLC
• Mocha Mugs
• Mockingbird Marketplace
• Morrow Law Firm PLLC
• MS Army National Guard
• OsteoStrong
• Palmer Law Firm
• Peoples Bank
• Pollchaps
• Preferred Care Physical Therapy
• Premier Bride/The Premier Bridal Show
• Prentiss Grant Attorney at Law
• Rankin County Chancery Clerk
• Richland Primary Care Center
• Right Weigh Clinic, LLC
• Safelite AutoGlass
• Salt Dog, LLC
• Shannon Humphrey REALTOR® - Keller Williams
• Soccer Shots Jackson Metro
• Speed Commercial Real Estate
• Steak Escape
• Table 100
• The Alarm Company, Inc.
• The Dental Wellness Group
• The Elder Law Firm, LLC
• The Home Lending Group, LLC
• The Michael Bishop Agency - Alfa Insurance
• The Tire Depot
• TrustCare Express Medical Clinics
• Turn Key Properties, LLC.
• Tuxedo Junction-Flowood
Becky BoydRankin County Circuit Clerk
Chance CarterCommunity Bank
David BroadawayMembers Exchange
Derrel PalmerBroadcasting by DP, LLC
Jason WalkerBancorpSouth
Kyle KeetonRegion 8 Mental Health Services
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Michelle RhodesRankin County Juvenile Detention Center
Troy OdomBlair and Bondurant
RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS Page 5 - September 2015
Welcome Leadership Rankin Class of 2015-16
(Listed in alphbetical order) Bradley Alexander, Renasant Bank; Chelsa Jones, Steel Service; Chris Walker, BancorpSouth; Christy Bearden, Comcast; Jacque Sullins, Merit Health Rankin; Jessica Lane, Community Bank; Kathleen Hackshaw, Outlets of MS; Kay Shelton, City of Flowood; Leigh James, The Chamber of Flowood; Leigh Knighton, Nucor; Lindsey Dancy, Community Bank; McCall Stern, McCall Stern, PLLC; Michelle Rhodes, Tempstaff; Rebecca Alexander, Signmark; Shawn Gillenwater, Haddox Reid Eubank Betts PLLC; Sherry Franklin, Hinds Community College; Stacy Tucker, BankPlus; Stephanie Tapp, St. Dominic Hospital
Retreat Adventures!
Ambassador of the Month - July
SPOT LIGHTMember
RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS Page 6 - September 2015
Congratulations to Community Bank for being named Member of the Month! Thank you for providing outstanding support and participation to the Rankin County Chamber and the community!
Member of the Month
River Hills Club was officially founded in 1964 by Slew Hester and a couple of Jackson businessmen, whose dream it was to build a first-class tennis facility. From its inception, it has been the premier tennis club in Mississippi. Boasting a total of 21 outdoor and 4 indoor tennis courts, the club has since become a first-class swimming and fitness center as well. In 2006 we began a huge capital improvement program, which included the total rebuilding of our tennis courts and the erection of a 26,000 sq ft clubhouse patterned after a Louisiana plantation home.
Perfectly situated for easy access, it provides an excellent meeting place for professional groups to hold formal or informal functions and provides an absolutely beautiful venue for wedding receptions and other gatherings, both large and small.
In addition to the beautiful facilities and campus, River Hills prides itself on outstanding food and service. We are proud of our employees, most of whom have been with the club for many years.
River Hills Club3600 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211
Community Bank140 East Metro DriveFlowood, MS 39232
(601) 919-4200
RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS Page 7 - September 2015
Thank You!To our members who renewed their chamber membership in August
MEMBERSHIP RENEWALSAmerican Medical ResponseBaldwin-Lee Funeral DirectorsBarnett’s Body Shop Tire & Alignment, Inc�Best Western Richland Inn & SuitesBNI - Business Network InternationalBob’s Pool Service, Inc�Broadcasting by DP, LLCFC&E Engineering, LLCForestSouth, LLCGarrett & Garrett, PCGold Coast Commodities, Inc�H&P Leasing / Sto-N-Go, Inc�Haddox Reid Eubank Betts PLLCJoe Hudson Collision CenterJohn Clingen & AssociatesLake Forest ApartmentsLamar Advertising CompanyMcDonald’s-FlowoodMethodist Rehabilitation CenterMississippi Baptist Health Systems, Inc�Mississippi Coalition Against Sexual AssaultMississippi Snacks, Inc�MS Air National Guard-172d Airlift Wing
Patriot Auto Body, LLCPFS, Inc�Precision Spine, Inc�Raising Cane’sRankin County Historical SocietyRankin Rough & Ready’s/Sons of Confederate VeteransRichland Economic Development Assn (REDA)Rick’s Pro-Truck and Auto AccessoriesRiverwood Home Appliances/Cowboy Maloney’sService Printers, Inc�ServiceMaster Restoration by 1callThe Regus GroupThe Salvation Army-Jackson Metro AreaUncle Buck’s Grill / Bass Pro Shops
WLBT 3 - Jackson
DIAMOND SPONSOR RENEWALSCar Care ClinicCerami’s Italian Restaurant & MarketDependable Pest Service, Inc�Hermetic Rush ServicesMocha MugsThe Tire Depot
The Chamber encourages all members to conduct business with each other. The new and renewing members listed here have made an important investment in their businesses and their professional careers by being a member of the Rankin County Chamber.
Please consider them for your personal and professional needs. When you do, let them know you learned of their business through the Chamber!
Welcome!
We Appreciate Our Members!
NEW MEMBERS• Health Help Mississippi• Jones Walker LLP• Shannon Humphey REALOR® -
Keller WIlliams • Son Seekers After School and
Summer Camp• Southern Athletics • The Sanders Group
NEW DIAMOND SPONSORS• Bows & Arrows• MS Army National Guard
We want to hear from YOU!
We are proud to offer members the ability to post press releases on our website!
Go to www.rankinchamber.com; click MEMBER LOGIN and follow the prompts to post press releases, job openings or special offers. You may also email the information to [email protected].
Forgot your login or password?
Click the “Forgot Password” link and enter your email address. Your password will be reset and sent to you in an email.
Call the chamber office at (601) 825-2268 if you have any questions.
WHAT’S NEW ?WITH YOU?
New Staff? Job Openings?Late Breaking News?
August Ribbon Cuttings
A ribbon cutting is a great way to introduce your business to the community and your fellow Chamber members. Ribbon Cuttings are available to new members who have paid their dues in full and for existing members who have relocated,
expanded, had major renovations or those who have changed ownership or under new management.
Please call the Chamber Office (601.825.2268) at least 2-3 weeks in advance to schedule your event.
$30 Adults* ▪ $20 Students ▪ $10 under 12 *Group Discount for 10 or more Adults: $25 each
(must register & pay online as a team to receive group discount)
Rankin Glow Run 5K Run/WalkThursday, October 29, 2015 Muse Center, Pearl, MS
Complete form below and mail with payment or Register Online at www.RankinGlowRun.com
Registration Form
DEADLINE TO REGISTER:Online: Friday, October 23rd - 1 pmDay of Race: 5:45 pm at Muse Center
CHECK IN & RACE START:Check in: 4:45 pm -5:45 pm day of raceRace Start: 6:15 pm Kids Fun Run6:30 pm 5K run; Walkers immediately after
RACE PACKET PICK UP:Pick up Race Packets the day before the race (October 28th) at Rankin County Chamber of Commerce, 101 Service Drive, Brandon MS 39042 or on race day from 4:45 pm-5:45 pm near the start/finish line.
COURSE: The race will start and finish at the Muse Center. Course runs through Hinds CC & Pearl High School.
AMENITIES: Each participant will receive a Glow Run bag and glow “swag”. Also a Race T-Shirt if registered by October 16th.
RACE COORDINATOR:Rankin County Chamber of Commerce101 Service DriveBrandon, MS 39042(601) 825-2268 [email protected]
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO:Rankin County ChamberP O Box 428Brandon, MS 39043
To pay with credit card over the phone, please call chamber at (601) 825-2268
or register & pay online at RankinGlowRun.com
IS THIS A GROUP OF 10 OR MORE? Yes No (if yes, group discounts apply)
TEAM NAME _______________________________________ (if applicable)
5K RUN AWARDSTOP 3 MALE & FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP
5K WALK AWARDSTOP 3 MALE & FEMALE
FUN RUN AWARDSTOP 3 MALE & FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP
Phone: ________________________________ Age on Race Day: _______
T-Shirt size: ______________ (Select one if pre-registered by October 16th)
Sizes Available: ADULT: S M L XL 2X 3X YOUTH: S M L
5K Run 5K Walk Kids Fun Run___ Male ___ Female ___ Male ___Female ___ Male ___Female 12 & Under $10 12 & Under $10 6-9 years $10
13-19 years $20 13-19 years $20 10-12 years $10 20-29 years $30 20-29 years $30 30-39 years $30 30-39 years $30 40-49 years $30 40-49 years $30 50-59 years $30 50-59 years $30 60 & Over $30 60 & Over $30
Make additional copies of this form as neededWaiver: In consideration of acceptance of this entry, I waive any and all claims for myself and my heirs against officials or sponsors of the Rankin Glow Run 5K for injury or illness which may directly or indirectly result from my participation. I further acknowledge that I am in proper condition to participate in the event.
_________________________________________ ___________________Signature (Parent or Guardian must sign if under18) Date
