Nominations Being Accepted for the 2011 Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce Community Commitment Award
January 12, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the upcoming Community Commitment Award which will be presented at the annual Gala and Dinner on June 14th, 2011.
Created in 2006 to honor individuals or organizations that showcase the spirit of our community, the Clarksville Chamber Community Commitment Award recognizes a member, whether through project development or focused initiatives, that embodies this phrase from the Chamber’s mission statement, “to improve the welfare of the community by enhancing the quality of life in the region.” [Read more]
F&M Bank has a strong commitment to customers, community
December 25, 2010
Clarksville, TN – When you take a look at the Banking industry in Clarksville, F&M Bank will definitely be at the top of the list. The bank is well known for their top notch customer service, and their philanthropy in the community.
They have received national recognition in The Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur Magazine, BusinessTN Magazine. The bank has been named as one of Tennessee’s top 15 independent banks, and are currently the twelfth largest community bank in Tennessee. F&M Bank is frequently held up as being the role model for other community banks
Cumberland Bank & Trust presents annual Maple Leaf Awards
December 18, 2010
Clarksville, TN – Cumberland Bank & Trust recently presented two employees with its Maple Leaf Award at their employee Christmas party.
The Maple Leaf Award is presented to employees who are committed to excellent customer service and dedication to Cumberland Bank & Trust.
Crystal Dennis (left) and Charlie Koon (right) with Ron Sleigh (center) President / CEO of Cumberland Bank & Trust
Clarksville honors military veterans
November 8, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its 18th annual Veterans Day Breakfast on Saturday and honored attending military veterans who fought in wars ranging from World War Two through the present day war in the Middle East.
Citizens and leaders of Clarksville-Montgomery County were in attendance and showed great appreciation of each and every veteran through a standing ovation. Master of ceremonies, Bill Harpel, individually thanked city and county leaders for coming out and showing their support. [Read more]
2010 Veterans Day Breakfast
October 24, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce will host their 18th Annual Veterans Day Breakfast on Saturday, November 6th at 7:30am at APSU’s Morgan University Center. The breakfast is an excellent opportunity to honor and show support of our veterans.
This year’s guest speaker is Colonel John Thompson, Commander, 160th SOAR (A). [Read more]
Chamber Ribbon Cutting opens the newest Campus of the University of Phoenix
August 27, 2010
Campus Director Mark Mendoza
The University of Phoenix has targeted non-traditional students in Clarksville for quite some time with their well-known online curriculum, now they are seeking to provide a more personal touch by opening their newest campus in Clarksville, TN with an Official Ribbon Cutting by the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce.
“Our students are different from those in traditional colleges.” said Campus Director Mark Mendoza, “Many of our them can’t go to school from 8:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday, they are working adults with responsibilities outside the classroom.” That is something that the University of Phoenix recognizes and strives to accommodate.
The ribbon cutting officially opens the newest campus of the University of Phoenix
Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce announces new board
August 1, 2010
The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2010-2011 Chamber Board of Directors. The Chamber elects new leadership each fiscal year, with the fiscal year running from July 1st, 2010 to June 30th, 2011. The board of directors, executive committee and ex-officio members of the board attend quarterly meetings, provide direction for Chamber staff and volunteers, and manage the finances of The Chamber.
This year’s members are: Jeannie Beauchamp, Chairman; Steve Kemmer, 1st Vice Chair;
Charlie Koon, 2nd Vice Chair; David B. Smith, Immediate Past Chairman; J Runyon, Legal Counsel; Charles Foust, JR., Sec-Treasurer, Vice Chair, Finance/Administration; Katie Gambill, Vice Chair, Membership Services; Jim Durrett, Vice Chair, Military Affairs; Bill Roberts, Vice Chair, Public & Community Affairs and Mike Jones, Vice Chair, Business Development.
2010 Clarksville Young Professionals Kickball Tournament
June 17, 2010
Clarksville Young Professionals will be holding a Kickball Tournament June 26th 2010 at the Swan Lake Sports Complex. The tournament will start at 8:00am and should last until 7:00pm. [Read more]
Flood relief benefit concert
May 14, 2010
The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce has organized a benefit concert to assist the victims of the recent flood. “People Helping People” will take place Saturday, May 22nd, 2010 from 4:00 pm until 9:30 pm at Beachaven Winery & Vineyards. The concert is free and open to the public, however donations are welcome.
“Clarksville is a great community but in times of hardship, that is when we really start to shine,” says James Chavez, President and CEO of the Economic Development Council. “Neighbors are supporting each other, strangers are coming to the rescue and people are helping people. That’s what Clarksville is all about.” [Read more]
Community leaders presented with economic development award
March 25, 2010
Executives from Business Facilities magazine visited Clarksville on Tuesday to present community leaders with the publication’s Silver Award for 2009 Economic Deal of the Year. The award was based on Hemlock Semiconductor’s decision to base their $2.5 billion polysilicon plant in Clarksville.
Business Facilities Magazine's Award Presentation
Ted Coene, co-president of Group C Media, the publisher of Business Facilities, and senior account executive Ben Nachsin were on hand to present the award to the Economic Development Council, represented by EDC Chairman Mark Holleman; the Industrial Development Board, represented by current Chairman Bryce Sanders and Past Chairman Sammy Stuard; Montgomery County Mayor Carolyn Bowers; and City Mayor Johnny Piper who was represented by City Councilman David Allen, due an unavoidable conflict. [Read more]
