FEBRUARY 2016
101 Service Drive ▪ Brandon, MS 39042 ▪ (601) 825-2268 ▪ (601) 825-1977 Faxwww.rankinchamber.com
NEWSThank you to our Corporate Sponsors
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 ServicesBankPlusCommunity BankErgon, Inc.Renasant BankTempStaff, Inc.Trustmark National Bank
BRONZE SPONSORS Atmos EnergyBank of Forest: Diversified Mortgage
Corporation; Forest Insurance AgencyBank of Yazoo Brandon Sporting ArmsBrandon Professional Eyecare
AssociatesBrunini, Grantham, Grower &
Hewes, PLLCCapital Orthopaedic & Sports
MedicineCopiah Bank Delta Industries/Jackson
Ready-MixFosters Flooring & InteriorsGermany DentalGrantham Poole CPA'sInfusionPlusJackson Healthcare for WomenJackson Hewitt Tax ServicesKhalaf & Nguyen, PLLCMWG Senior ServicesOrigin BankOutlets of MississippiPaul Davis Restoration of
Central MississippiPresh Tots Couture Children’s
BoutiqueSouthern Electric Corp.St. Dominic's Family MedicineSteel ServiceThe Winning Smile Dental Group
Rankin County Chamber
GOLF CLASSIC
Become a Sponsor!sponsorships still available
You are invited to participate in our Spring Golf Tournament as a player, as a sponsor, or both!
This is a 4-Man Scramble with a 1:00 pm Shotgun Start. Proceeds help fund chamber programs such as our Adult and Youth Leadership Programs.
For more information on team registration or sponsorship opportunities, email [email protected] or call the chamber office at (601) 825-2268.
“State of the County”Thursday, February 18, 2016
11:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Rankin County Safe Room651 Marquette Road, BrandonGuest Speaker:
Laura Oster County Administrator
Followed by Q&A Session withRankin County
Board of Supervisors
$15 at the door. RSVP to Ashlee at [email protected] or
(601) 825-2268
(A registration form can be found on the last page of this newsletter)
Thursday, March 17, 2016The Refuge, Flowood
RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS Page 2 - February 2016
President Amanda Fontaine , MS Burn Foundation
President-ElectJohnny Beck, Origin Bank
Secretary Kim LaFontaine, Pearl Public School Dist.
Treasurer Wendy Berry, Trustmark Bank
Past President Debbie Blackwell, BankPlus
AmbassadorsJamie Higdon, TempStaff, Inc.
Education Sherry Franklin, Hinds Community College
Elder Services Terri Wood, Richland Economic Development Association
Events Debbie Blackwell, BankPlus
Leadership Johnny Beck, Origin Bank
Marketing Laurie Cutrer, Signmark
Membership Don Williams, Renasant Bank
VICE PRESIDENTS
2015-2016EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Mandi ArinderExecutive [email protected]
Ashlee ColeyEvents [email protected]
Scottii Mashburn Membership [email protected]
Rosa [email protected]
CHAMBER STAFF
February at a GlanceFeb 2, 8:15 am �������Marketing Committee (Chamber)
Feb 2, Noon ������������Events Committee (Chamber)
Feb 3 �����������������������Leadership Rankin (Education Day)
Feb 4, 10:45 am �����RC: Amerigo (155 Market St, Flowood)
Feb 5, 9:00 am �������Elder Services Committee (Brandon Senior Center, 1000 Municipal Dr, Brandon)
Feb 5, 10:00 am �����1st Fridays for Seniors (Brandon Senior Center, 1000 Municipal Dr, Brandon)
Feb 9, 10:30 am �����RC: Donut Palace (103 Christian Dr, Brandon)
Feb 10, 8:15 am �����Board Meeting (Chamber, 101 Service Dr, Brandon)
Feb 11 ���������������������Youth Leadership (Public Safety Day)
Feb 11, 10:30 am ���RC: Curlee Realty (129 Center St, Ste E, Richland)
Feb 11, 11:30 am ���Ambassdor Committee (Moss Creek, Pearl)
Feb 14 ���������������������Happy Valentine’s Day!Feb 15 ���������������������Presidents Day (Chamber closed in observation)
Feb 17, 8:15 am �����Member Orientation (Chamber)
Feb 17, 9:30 am �����Membership Committee (Chamber)
Feb 17, 11:00 am ���RC: U-Save Car-Truck Rental (2799 Hwy 49 S, Ste H, Florence)
Feb 18, 8:15 am �����Education Committee (Alumni House, 110 Bass Pro Dr, Pearl)
Feb 18, 11:30 am ���Quarterly Luncheon “State of the County” (Rankin County Safe Room, 651 Marquette Rd, Brandon)
Feb 19, 8:15 am �����Breakfast Briefing (Table 100, 100 Ridge Way, Flowood)
Feb 23, 11:00 am ���RC: T’Beaux’s II Crawfish & Catering (5469-C Hwy 25, Flowood)
Feb 26, 8:00 am �����Dollars for Donuts (Alumni House, 110 Bass Pro Dr, Pearl)
Feb 26, 11:00 am ���RC: Clubstore Outlet (1560-C West Government St, Brandon)
RC=Ribbon Cutting; GB=Ground Breaking; OH=Open HouseAMB=Ambassadors; LR=Leadership Rankin
L&L=Lunch & Learn; BAH=Business After Hours
RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS Page 3 - February 2016
DIAMOND SPONSORS
Diamond Sponsors - Cont'd Page 4...
• Abston Law Firm
• All American Check Cashing
• Anytime Fitness-Brandon
• Ben Nelson Golf & Utility Vehicles
• Bows & Arrows
• Burrito Mariachi Mexican Grill
• Car Care Clinic - Brandon
• Cartridge World
• Cerami’s Italian Restaurant & Market
• Chick-fil-A at Brandon
• Circle of Friends Learning Center
• Clubstore Outlet
• Coffee News
• Curlee Realty
• Deep South Scuba
• Dependable Pest Service, Inc.
• Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
• DL Granite and Cabinet, Inc.
• Donut Palace
• Edible Arrangements
• El Potrillo Mexican Grill of Brandon
• 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- Ashley McAdory
• Georgia Blue
• Goodwill Industries of Mississippi
• Hallett Group Marketing
• Hall’s Towing Service, Inc.
• 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
• Jimmy John’s #2967
• Little Willie’s BBQ
Save these 2016 Dates!March 4 ��������������������� Social Workers ConferenceMarch 17 ������������������� Golf TournamentMarch 23 & 24 ���������� Smoked Rib FundraiserApril 13 ����������������������� Purses & PearlsMay 4 ������������������������� Health FairJune 9 ������������������������ Job FairSept 27 ����������������������� Annual MeetingOct 27 ������������������������ Glow Run & Treat Street
The Rankin County Chamber is working with the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport to identify the most important destinations to our local travelers.
We are encouraging your participation and help by completing this online survey.
In addition to destinations, we really need your opinion on the frequency of flights in/out of Jackson. This is for existing service currently offered and cities you are suggesting as new direction locations.
ONLINE SURVEY: Open the survey by clicking on the following link: ASD Online Survey
Thank you in advance,
Mandi Arinder Executive Director Rankin County Chamber of Commerce
Air Travel Survey(Your input is requested)
RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS Page 4 - February 2016
DIAMOND SPONSORS (cont'd)
• Lost Pizza Company
• Magnolia Health Plan
• Mandy Castle Realtor
• Massage Envy Spa
• McGraw Gotta Go Portable Toilets, LLC
• McIntosh & Assoc., LLC, Realtors
• Medicomp Physical Therapy
• Melissa Ellis, REALTOR-KeyTrust Properties
• Members Exchange
• Mississippi Burn Foundation
• Mississippi HomeCare Brandon
• Mississippi Trophy, LLC
• Mocha Mugs
• Mockingbird Marketplace
• MS Army National Guard
• OsteoStrong
• Palmer & Slay, PLLC
• 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
• 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 Tire Depot - Reservoir
• TrustCare Express Medical Clinics
• Tuxedo Junction-Flowood
• Whataburger
Alicia CarpenterMerit Health Rankin
Becky BoydRankin County Circuit Clerk
Bridget LoweryBankPlus
Chance CarterCommunity Bank
Daniel ElliottBancorpSouth
David BroadawayMembers Exchange
Jason WalkerBancorpSouth
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Kyle KeetonRegion 8 Mental Health Services
Michelle RhodesTempStaff
Troy OdomBlair and Bondurant
LOCATION & SPONSORED BY:Alumni House110 Bass Pro Drive, Pearl
www.pearlms.org
To Benefit:
Hosted by Rankin County Chamber
Friday, Feb 26 - 8:00 am
forDonutsDollars
www.rankinchamber.com
Ambassadors of the MonthWe’re playing “catch up” due to the holidays...
SPOT LIGHTMember
RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS Page 5 - February 2016
Congratulations to ScottsMiracle-Gro Company 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
ScottsMiracle-Gro Company550 Gulf Line Rd, Pearl, MS 39208
Phillip Pace(601) 932-0800
PMPace@woodmen�org
Congratulations Phillip!
Don’t forget your sweetie this Valentine’s Day! These Rankin Chamber members are here to help!
Michelle Rhodes(601) 353-4200
michelle@tempstaff�net
Congratulations Michelle!
P O Box 321382Flowood, MS 39232
(601) 932-0800
962 North StreetJackson, MS 39202
(601) 353-4200
Burkhart Jewelers(601) 203-2320
C. E. Grace Photography(769) 226-7777
Cakes By Kake King(769) 226-5253
Candy's Florist & Gifts, LLC(601) 854-5154
Cruise Planners-Chris Hildebrand(601) 591-7402
Edible Arrangements(601) 992-9989
Essence Nails & Spa(601) 825-0077
Massage Envy Spa(601) 709-3689
Nothing Bundt Cakes(769) 243-7108
Othel Anding Photography(662) 538-2715
Palm Beach Tan(601) 824-3826 Brandon(601) 992-3732 Flowood
That Southern Accent Florist(601) 845-2600
The Detectives Dinner Theatre(601) 291-7444
TravelPlanners LLC(601) 714-1959
RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS Page 6 - February 2016
Thank You!To our members who renewed their chamber membership in January
Barlow, Walker & Company, P�A�
Care+ Family Medical Clinic
Copper Sculptures
Corporate Housing Experts
Courthouse Gymnastics
Hands Up Outreach (Grace Center)
Kroger
MarketLynx Consulting
N & W Construction Co, Inc.
Orkin Pest Control
Pelahatchie News
Region 8 Mental Health Services
Reservoir Computer Support
Road-Pro Safety, Inc�
Sanderson Farms, Inc�
Staffing Solutions, Ltd.
Summers, Green & LeRoux, LLP
T & S Machine Shop, Inc.
The AC Doctors
The Baptist Children’s Village
The Ivy
The Woods of Lakeland
Venable Glass Services
Wilson Auto Group
Wise Carter Child & Caraway, P.A.
Witcher CPA, PLLC
Woodmen Life
Welcome New Members!
Corporate Sponsor Renewals
NEW MEMBERS• Ann Prewitt & Associates• East Rankin Academy• Employee Administrative
Services, Inc• Griffin Family Medical Clinic• The Offord Business Group, LLC• U-Save Car Rental
NEW DIAMOND SPONSORS• Curlee Realty• Donut Palace• Little Willie’s BBQ• Medicomp Physical Therapy• Whataburger
NEW BRONZE SPONSORS• InfusionPlus
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!
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.
WHAT’S NEW ?WITH YOU?
New Staff? Job Openings?Late Breaking News?
DIAMOND SPONSORSMississippi Burn FoundationPalmer & Slay, PLLCRankin County Chancery Clerk
BRONZE SPONSORSBank of YazooSteel Service
SILVER SPONSORSBankPlus
We want to hear from YOU!
We Appreciate Our Members!
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.
RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS Page 7 - February 2016
January 7, 2016Jackson Hewitt Tax Services
118 Service Drive, Ste 15, Brandon(601) 372-6733
January 12, 2016Tobias Counseling
232 Market Street, Flowood(601) 914-7237
January 19, 2016Anytime FItness
2799 Hwy 49 S, Ste D, Florence(601) 398-4036
January 20, 2016Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
1323 W. Government St, Brandon(769) 241-5151
January 21, 2016Jimmy Johns
4225 Lakeland Dr, Flowood(601) 932-1010
January
Celebrate with a Chamber Ribbon
Ribbon Cuttings
January 28, 2016Jones Walker LLP
1901 E. Capitol Dr, Ste 800, Jackson(601) 949-4900
January 28, 2016Shipley Do-nuts
213 Promeade Blvd, Ste B, Flowood(601) 706-9236
2016 Social Workers Conference“SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE AND DIVERSITY
IN THE 21ST CENTURY”
At the end of this seminar, participants (intermediate social workers) will have a better understanding of cultural diversity dilemmas they encounter in practice. They will be knowledgeable about guardianship, conservatorship and civil commitment procedures. Additionally, they will learn about adult protective service programs in Mississippi and also have a great understanding of the stages and treatment plans for Alzheimer’s Disease.
ATTENDEE REGISTRATION FORM REGISTRATION FEE: $75 (until Feb 26th)$85 after Feb 26th (including at the door)
Refreshments & Box Lunch will be provided.
PLEASE PRINT Date: __________________
EDUCATIONAL GOALS & LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PRESENTERS
AGENDA
Name License Number
Home Mailing Address
City, State, Zip
Your Phone ___ Cell ___Home
Employer Work Phone
Friday, March 4, 2016 8:00 am - 4:15 pm
Richland Community Center410 E. Harper Street, Richland, MS
Make Checks Payable to:Rankin County Chamber of CommerceP O Box 428Brandon, MS 39043 (Tax ID #64-0384163)
FAX registration form to: (601) 825-1977or email to [email protected]
CONFIRMATION: Email confirmation will be sent only to those who provide an email address. No other confirmation will be sent.
SPECIAL NEEDS/ADA COMPLIANCE: If you have mobility issues or require special assistance, please contact the chamber office at (601) 825-2268.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations received one week prior to the event will be granted subject to a $10 processing fee. No refunds will be given after this date.
APPROVED for 6 CE Credits (General 4 / Diversity 2) Application #15.34by Mississippi Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage & Family Therapists
Sponsored by the Rankin County Chamber, Elder Services Committee
To pay by credit card: Call chamber office at (601) 825-2268
8:00-8:30 am ......Registration & Morning Sign-in8:30-8:45 am ......Welcome & Announcements8:45-10:45 am ....Culturally Responsive Practice
(CPR) Cultural Competence and Diversity - Anita Trigg, LMSW
10:45-11:00 am ...Break11:00-Noon .........Understanding Conservatorships,
Guardianships and Civil Commitment Procedures - Larry Swales, Rankin County Chancery Clerk; Judge Haydn Roberts
12:00-12:45 pm ...Lunch/Vendors/Afternoon Sign-in
12:45-2:15 pm ....Overview of Mississippi’s Adult Protective Services Program - Edna Clark, LSW
2:15-2:30 pm ......Break2:30-4:00 pm ......The Dementia Tsunami: What’s
Happening in Mississippi - Kathy Van Cleave, LMSW, LCMHT; Patty Dunn, MBA
4:00-4:15 pm ......Wrap Up / Evaluations / Certificates
Anita Trigg, LMSWAssistant Professor of Social Work and Field Placement at Belhaven University
Larry SwalesChancery Clerk, Rankin County
Judge Hadyn RobertsChancery Court Judge, Rankin County
Edna Clark, LSWProgram Administrator Senior with the MDHS Division of Aging & Adult Services
Kathy Van Cleave, LMSW, LCMHTDirector at Division of Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementia, MS Dept of Mental Health
Patty DunnExecutive Director, Alzheimer’s Association
PLAYER 1: __________________________Company: __________________________E-mail: _____________________________
PLAYER 2: __________________________Company: __________________________E-mail: _____________________________
PLAYER 3: __________________________Company: __________________________E-mail: _____________________________
PLAYER 4: __________________________Company: __________________________E-mail: _____________________________
Thursday, March 17, 2016
The Refuge2100 Refuge Blvd, Flowood
SCHEDULE11:30-1:00 -Registration & Lunch 1:00 pm - Shotgun Start 5:30 pm - Awards presentation
FORMAT • 4-person Scramble• Shotgun start - 1:00 pm
EACH PLAYER RECEIVES• 18 holes of golf with cart and range balls• Lunch • Goodie Bag
PRIZES• Top 3 Places in each Round• Hole-In-One Chances• Closest-to-the-Pin• Longest Drive• Door Prizes
EXTRAS • Mulligans .....$10 ea• Throws .........$10 ea(limit 1 each per player)
REGISTRATION
□ 4-Person Team ..................... $500
□ Individual ............................ $125
□ Platinum Sponsor ................. $1000□ Gold Sponsor ....................... $750□ Silver Sponsor ...................... $600□ Clubhouse Sponsor .............. $1000□ Clubhouse Sponsor (no team) ... $750□ Golf Cart Sponsor ................. $750□ Lunch Sponsor ..................... $650 □ Range Sponsor ..................... $500 □ Bev. Cart Sponsor ................. $350 □ Interactive Hole Sponsor ...... $150□ Hole Sponsor ....................... $125
To pay by Credit Card: Call chamber office at (601) 825-2268
Mail with payment to:Rankin County Chamber P O Box 428Brandon MS 39043 (Tax ID #64-0384163)
SPONSORSHIPS: PLATINUM TEE SPONSOR: $1,000Includes (1) 4-Man team, choice of starting tee, hole sponsor, (4) sponsor boards throughout course, recognition at awards, all contest entries, (4) mulligans and interactive hole opportunity
GOLD TEE SPONSOR: $750Includes (1) 4-man team, choice of starting tee (after Platinum Tee Sponsor), hole sponsor, all contest entries and (4) mulligans
SILVER TEE SPONSOR: $600Includes (1) 4-man team, hole sponsor and (4) mulligans
CLUB HOUSE SPONSOR:$1,000Includes (1) 4-Man team($750 with no team)
GOLF CART SPONSOR: $750Company name on all golf carts LUNCH SPONSOR: $650
RANGE SPONSOR: $500Also includes (1) hole sponsor
BEVERAGE CART SPONSOR: $350Company name on beverage cart
INTERACTIVE HOLE SPONSOR: $150*only 3 available - Designated hole for games, etc. No other hole sponsor signs will be displayed on these holes.
HOLE SPONSOR: $125Logo displayed on sign at hole
1:00 PM SHOTGUN START
Golf Classic
If you are registering as a team, please list ALL player information below:
TEAM NAME: __________________
FAX completed form to: (601) 825-1977 or email to [email protected]
www.rankinchamber.com