Member News

Member Announcement features a variety of announcements from Chamber members.News releases should be one or two brief paragraphs. Photos must be professional headshots in either color or black and white, labeled with the persons last name, and must be 300 dpi at full size and saved in a tif or jpg format. Send your information to llambert@blountchamber.com .

• Maryville College Appoints Vice President and Dean
• NetGain Corporation Relocates
• Lenny's Sub Shop is Open for Business
• Welcome Green Meadow Wine & Spirits
• Classic Home Furnishings Hold Ribbon Cutting
• Ramsey joins Mary Beth Consulting
• Local Contractor Honored
• Carpet World is Open for Business
• Alcoa, Inc. Community Advisory Board Tours Plant
• La Nese' Salon & Spa
• Look Rock Bakery & Pizzeria
• Welcome to Attorney Michael Smith
• CBBC Announces Record Earnings in 2007
• McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base Holds Groundbreaking

 

 

 

   

8 May 2008

Jeffrey A. Fager appointed Vice President and Dean of Maryville College

It is indeed a pleasure to announce the appointment of Dr. Jeffrey A. Fager to become Vice President and Dean of the College, pending formal approval by the Board of Directors.  He will be reporting for service on 1 July 2008.

Dr. Fager is a seasoned academic leader and administrator.  He comes to Maryville from Averett University where he has served as the Dean of Arts and Sciences and Chief Academic Officer.  Previously he served as Assistant Academic Dean at Kentucky Wesleyan College, where he also served as Chairperson for the Department of Religion and Philosophy, and Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor.  He received the Presidential Award for Teaching at Kentucky Wesleyan College.  He was one of twelve Chief Academic Officers to attend The Educational Leadership Program at Yale in 2004. 

His educational endeavors include a B.A., summa cum laude, with a double major in religion and psychology from the University of Evansville in 1975.  In 1979 he received his M.Th., magna cum laude, from Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University, focusing on the studies of biblical literature.  He received his Ph.D. in Religion from Vanderbilt University in 1987.

Jeff's areas of professional expertise and research interests include Hebrew Bible, Sociology of Ancient Israel, and Ethics with numerous publications, and a book Land Tenure and the Biblical Jubilee: Discovering a Moral World View through the Sociology of Knowledge.  He is also involved in several professional and civic organizations. 

I want to thank John Gallagher and members of the search committee that included representatives from our faculty, staff, student body, and Board of Directors.

We look forward to welcoming Dr. Jeffrey Fager to Maryville College.

Gerald W. Gibson
President

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Downtown Security Firm Moves Corporate Office to Pellissipp/Northshore area

One of Knoxville's premier award winning security firms has moved to the new Lakeside Centre off of Northshore Drive. NetGain Corporation is occupying a large portion of the first floor in their new facility at Two Lakeside Centre, 2095 Lakeside Centre Way, Suite 115, Knoxville, TN  37922.  The new telephone number is 865-690-5811 and the fax number is 865-690-5767.

Kathy D. Smith, President/CEO said "due to fast growth the firm was running out of space at 920 Volunteer Landing Lane. Once we made the decision to move, we started looking for larger space that would accommodate our current space needs and provide for future growth. The new space is conveniently situated between the McGhee Tyson airport and the NetGain Occupational Health Clinic at 100 Union Valley Road in Oak Ridge".

An Open House will be scheduled in the near future. 

Contact: Ann Davis, Public Relations Manager
adavis@netgain-corp.com
865-690-5811 ext. 119

Lenny's Sub Shop is Open for Business

Lenny's Sub Shop owner, Sean Norris prepares to cut the ribbon at their May 2 grand opening.  Stop by for lunch at 1145 Hunters Crossing Drive, Alcoa.  Phone:865-380-2148 

Welcome Green Meadow Wine & Spirits

Welcome goes out to Green Meadow Wine & Spirits! General manager Eric Harrell prepares to cut the ribbon at their May 2nd ribbon cutting ceremony. Visit them at 1147 Hunters Crossing Drive, Alcoa.  Phone:865-233-4327 

Classic Home Furnishings Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Welcome to Classic Home Furnishings to the downtown area and to the Blount Chamber. Owner Susan Cadegan invites all to come by their new store at 403 S. Washington Street, Maryville. Phone:865-984-9030 

Ramsey Joins Mary Beth West Consulting as Director of Operations

Rebecca Ramsey

Maryville, Tenn.. - Mary Beth West Consulting, a public relations and reputation management consulting practice in Maryville, Tenn., announced this week the addition of Rebecca Ramsey as director of operations.

With 13 years' experience in marketing communications, Ramsey will oversee a range of business and personnel development responsibilities and client service operations. 

Ramsey comes to Mary Beth West Consulting from a Knoxville advertising agency, where she was responsible for handling client relations and media buying. 

Ramsey held previous positions as director of marketing at Mortgage Investors Group and director of marketing and public relations for Shoney's of Knoxville - the largest Shoney's franchise in the country.  Her early career positions included marketing-related posts at Knox Area Rescue Ministries, The Knoxville News-Sentinel and Chick-fil-A.

            Ramsey's award-winning work includes recognitions from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Volunteer Chapter, including PRSA's Community Service Award in 2005 on behalf of Shoney's.  Her work has also been recognized with a Silver Addy. 

            Established in 2003, Mary Beth West Consulting advances client communications, relationships and reputations to meet business and organizational objectives.  With clients in consumer finance, tourism, multifamily housing, non-profit development, mergers and acquisitions consulting and the energy sector, the company is in the process of relocating to The Law Building in downtown Maryville this spring. For Immediate Release For more information contact:

April 28, 2008
Mallorie Evans,
865/982-6626
mallorie@marybethwest.com

LOCAL CONTRACTOR HONORED
BY BUTLER MANUFACTURING COMPANY

Knoxville--JOSEPH Construction Company, Inc., a general contracting company with offices in Knoxville and Sevierville, has reached the twenty five million dollar sales level with the Buildings Division of Butler Manufacturing Company, the world leader in the development and manufacture of metal building systems. Butler has more than 1400 builders worldwide.

This award was presented by Harry Yeatman, Southeast Regional General Manager and Tom Gregory, Southeast Regional Sales Manager, at Butler's 2008 national sales meeting. Receiving the award was JOSEPH President Gerry Eastman.

JOSEPH was founded in 1972 and is East Tennessee's largest Butler builder. JOSEPH operates throughout East Tennessee from its Knoxville headquarters and branch office in Sevierville. Representative projects and clients include the Marriott National Shared Services Center; Clayton Homes Corporate Headquarters; Freightliner of Knoxville; Bank East's new headquarters (previously the Crystal Building), Blount County Schools; the Music Road Inn and Convention Center and Louise Mandrell Theater in Pigeon Forge; multiple projects for Toyota Koki Automotive, OTICS, San ei Seiko Inc. and Matsuo Automotive in Hamblen and Jefferson Counties, respectively.

With more than 1,200 Butler Builders® nationwide, Butler Manufacturing Company is a leader in Systems Construction. Systems construction solutions are applied to the majority of all non-residential, low rise buildings under 150,000 square feet in size. Advantages of Systems Construction over traditional construction methods include: faster
construction time, lower costs, reduced maintenance costs and ease of expansion. Systems Construction also produces an energy efficient building that can provide a greater return on investment.

In attached photo from left: Tom Gregory, SE Region Sales Manager; Gerry Eastman, President of JOSEPH; Harry Yeatman, Southeast Region General Manager.

Lynne V. Musick
Director of Business Development

JOSEPH Construction Company, Inc.
203 Letterman Street
Knoxville, TN 37919
865/584-3945 voice
865/584-3120 FAX
865/388-2864 mobile
http://www.josephconst.com

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Carpet World Is Open for Business

John Perkins, Mike Pettiford, Karl Reeves, Dustin McGee cut the ribbon opening the new Carpet World, a division of Southern Elegance Tile Inc. which is your premiere source for all your flooring needs. From carpet to wood, to exotic natural stone from across the globe, we have an extensive collection of beautiful materials to suit everyones taste. We offer complete installation for Floors, Walls, and Granite Counter Tops. We pride ourselves on quailty and customer service.

1519 E. Broadway
Maryville, TN
865-983-1162

Alcoa, Inc. Community Advisory Board Tours Plant 

Alcoa Inc.'s Community Advisory Board members recently toured the Alcoa Inc. North Plant. The tour was conducted by fellow board member Larry Dudak, Alcoa Inc. Tenn. Ops OTC Site Lead.

Left to right: Dudak; Georgiana Vines, News-Sentinel political columnist and retired associate editor; Bethany Morgan, Ackermann PR intern; Jackie Hill, retired Eastman executive and local citizen, Hall neighborhood; Melissa Copelan, Alcoa Inc. community relations manager; and Larry Martin, retired executive, Asbury Centers, Maryville.

Bethany Morgan
Ackermann PR & Marketing
intern@ackermannpr.com
(865) 584-0550 x131 office
4.14.08

La Nese' Salon and Spa Opens with Ribbon Cutting 

Welcome La Nese' Salon and Spa to Blount County. Owners Lance and Denise Evans cut the ribbon and open their new business. They are located just a five minute drive from the Knoxville Airport and conveniently located on the main thoroughfare to the Great Smoky Mountains (Hwy. 321) at the intersection of 411 North and High St. at 415 South Washington St.

La Nese' Salon and Spa offers a full range of salon and spa services in the most welcoming of settings. You can be sure to receive the finest services available, whether it's a custom design hair color, hair cut from one of our highly trained artists or a relaxing and rejuvenating day in the spa.

Contact info:
865-233-1035
www.lanesesalon.com

Look Rock Bakery & Pizzeria Holds Ribbon Cutting

Local dignitaries, Blount Chamber board members and guests show support to Manager Andy Connatser as he cuts the ribbon signifying his joining the business community in Blount County.  Look Rock Bakery & Pizzeria is located at Springbrook Corporate Center, 133 Associates Blvd. Alcoa.

Welcome Michael Smith, Attorney

Micheal Smith, Attorney and Counselor at Law is one of our newest attorneys in Maryville.  Michael, his wife Kari and son Caleb helped to cut the ribbon signifiying he is open for business.  His office is located at the Law Building, 348 S. Washington Street, Maryville. Give him a call at 865-273-2177 and welcome him to our business community.

CBBC ANNOUNCES RECORD EARNINGS IN 2007

CBBC/Citizens Bank of Blount County held its annual shareholders' meeting at the bank's Main Office in downtown Maryville on Tuesday, March 18, 2008.  At a time when many major banks across the nation are reporting grim results, CBBC President and CEO, Joe Bruce proudly reported on the safety and soundness of the local bank established in 1973. 

President Bruce reported on 2007 record-earnings of $5.3 million and earnings per share of $9.19, with dividends of $2.90 per share. Net loans grew 11.5% to $265.5 million and deposits grew by 5.6% $244.3 million.  The quality of CBBC's loan portfolio is substantiated by 2007 loan losses of only .11% of average outstanding loans.  CBBC has made a profit in each quarter since its inception in autumn of 1973, for a total of 137 consecutive quarters!  Its 2007 Return on Average Assets (ROAA) of 1.74% tied for the 2^nd highest in the bank's history.  

CBBC ranks 4^th in the State out of 185 banks for financial strength and profitability; and enjoys strong capital (net worth) in excess of $50 million.  The continuity, experience, and stability of the bank's senior management team of nine, having worked together for an average of 31 years, are poised to navigate CBBC through the nation's current economic troubled waters.  Bruce invites depositors looking for a safe and sound financial institution to visit Citizens Bank of Blount County, the local bank since 1973.  CBBC presently has 11 locations; 7 in Blount County, 3 in Knox County, and 1 in Monroe County. CBBC has 2 new locations under construction within the City of Maryville; on Highway 411 South near the new Wal-Mart and on Highway 321 East going toward Walland.  The bank will then have 12 total locations by the end of 2008.

McGhee Tyson Airbase Groundbreaking

Recently the Air National Guard Base held a groundbreaking for the new front entrance. Preparing to dig in are, from left, Chris Soro, CEO of C2RL, Engineering; George Williams, Alcoa City commissioner; Fred Forster, retired commander of the 134th Air Refuelding Wing and current President of the Blount Partnership; Lt. Col Tim Dearing, commander of the 134th Air Refueling Wing; Don Mull, Alcoa City Mayor; Major Gen. Gus Hargett, Adjutant general of the Tennessee National Guard; Jerry Cunningham, Blount County Mayor; Bill Dunlap, Blount County Highway Superintendent; John Keeble, Blount County Commissioner; Dave Bennett, assistant Blount County Mayor; Teri Brahams, Blount County Chamber Chair; and Trevis Gardner, Director of Operations, Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority.