JUNE 2015 Vol. 17 | Issue 6

McWhorter to discuss region’s startup scene Williamson, Inc. members will learn founding member of Brentwood venture Center serves as an incubator for in this what’s on the horizon for the Nashville capital firm Clayton Associates, which entrepreneurs seeking to launch their Entrepreneur Center at its June focuses on investing in health startup business by providing access to 16 membership luncheon, pre- care and technology industries funding, resources and connections. The ISSUE sented by Williamson Medical and manages five venture flagship facility opened in August 2010. Center. Stuart McWhorter, a capital funds that have invested The entire community is invited to PAGE 4 prominent investor who took more than $150 million in more McWhorter’s talk, held at the Embassy the reigns as CEO of the than 80 operating companies in Suites Nashville South/Cool Springs, Commissioner startup nonprofit on April 9, the Southeast. Prior to Clayton 820 Crescent Centre Drive in Franklin. will share his vision for the Associates, McWhorter has held Registration and networking begins at sets vision Nashville Entrepreneur Center leadership roles with OrthoLink, 11 a.m., and the lunch and program Stuart McWhorter and the entrepreneurial envi- Tenet Healthcare-owned starts at 11:30 a.m. The cost to attend for education ronment in the Middle region. Brookwood Medical Center and Medical is $35 for Chamber members and McWhorter has more than two Reimbursements of America. $55 for guests. Register online at PAGE 5 decades of experience in entrepreneur- As the self-proclaimed “front door for www.williamsonchamber.com by June 12 ship and early stage investing. He is a entrepreneurs,” the Nashville Entrepreneur to receive a list of attendees. See what’s new in Williamson County Williamson, Inc. jets to Austin region for study Savvy business owners of the nation’s fastest grow- 94 percent in 2014. know that checking out their ing cities and consistently Williamson, Inc. economic WILLIAMSON FORWARD competition is necessary to tops the “best of” lists for development staff along with claiming the biggest market economic performance, job Williamson County’s top share. The same holds true growth, real estate, educa- business, elected and civic for cities aiming to recruit tion, affordability, family- leaders will descend upon and retain businesses and friendliness, diversity and the Austin region Sept. jobs. Austin, often industry hubs such as music, 28-30 to embark on an rivals with Williamson County tech startups and film. Both unprecedented, two-and-a- when corporations are con- Texas and Tennessee have half day exploratory study, sidering where to call home. no state income tax. In called Williamson Forward, to The two cities share remark- March, Austin’s unemploy- learn best practices from able similarities and chal- ment rate was 3.3 percent; Austin’s leaders regarding lenges related to a growing Williamson County’s was 3.9 transportation, education, BRING PROMINENCE TO YOUR BRAND economy, from transporta- percent. Austin’s public talent and economic WITH A CHAMBER SPONSORSHIP! tion, housing and education school system boasts an all- development. Contact us for sponsorship to workforce development time high graduation rate of “The Williamson Forward and cost of living. 84.1 percent, while trip offers an opportunity to opportunities at 615-771-1912. The Texas capital is one Williamson County graduated l CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 Page 2 THE POINT l June 2015 WELCOME new members These companies and individuals have made a commitment to business growth and to their community by joining the Williamson Chamber. They will enjoy the benefits of a robust business directory listing on the Chamber website and referrals from our office and from fellow members. When you need products or services, please search the directory on the Chamber website and do business with a Chamber member.

JOIN THE MEMBER BUSINESSES THAT SUPPORT THE WILLIAMSON CHAMBER – CALL US TODAY AT 615-771-1912. American Insurance Managers, LLC George Wealth Group Our Town of Nashville Salons by JC The Artessa 7003 Chadwick, Ste. 257 720 Cool Springs Blvd., Ste. 100 8161 Hwy. 100, Ste. 189 615 Bakers Bridge Ave., Ste. 145 1000 Artessa Cir. Brentwood, TN 37027 Franklin, TN 37067 Nashville, TN 37221 Franklin, TN 37067 Franklin, TN 37067 (615) 218-1953 (615) 861-6119 (615) 510-3880 (615) 881-6873 (615) 771-8000 aim4us.com georgewealthgroup.com ourtownnashville.org salonsbyjc.com/franklin- artessacoolsprings.com Brad Tunnell Jeremy George Scott Fields cool-springs Rachel Roberto Burns Insurance Group Greenline, LLC. P.S. Business Services Inc. Jo-Lynn Greenman The Lice Place Cool Springs Allstate Agency 5000 Meridian Blvd., Ste. 400 4208 Saddlebrooke Pl. Send Out Cards 8115 Isabella Ln., Ste. 6 321 Billingsly Ct., Ste. 22 Franklin, TN 37067 Hermitage, TN 37076 3155 Winberry Dr. Brentwood, TN 37207 Franklin, TN 37067 1-866-608-9038 (615) 440-7318 Franklin, TN 37064 (615) 656-1646 (615) 771-8585 greenlinepet.com psbkservices.com (615) 218-3694 theliceplace.com burnsinsurancegroup.com Phillip Shackelford Peggy Johnson sendoutcards.com/vphipps Deanna Dickerson Julie Chasse Kelly Services Pollo Tropical Vera Phipps The Peerless Realty Team Caris Healthcare 402 BNA Corporate Dr., Ste. 610 2017 Mallory Ln. Shift Key Benchmark 2525 Perimeter Place Dr. Nashville, TN 37217 Franklin, TN 37067 105 Founders Pointe Blvd. 318 Seaboard Ln., Ste. 115 Ste. 131 (615) 367-1960 (615) 778-0425 Franklin, TN 37064 Franklin, TN 37067 Nashville, TN 37214 kellyservices.us pollotropical.com (615) 516-0358 (615) 477-7633 (615) 366-9952 Kimberly Taylor Julianna Wagner goshiftkey.com peerlessrealtyteam.com carishealthcare.com Metacake, LLC Quick Cuts Media Joelle Polisky Lisa Nierste Morris Cindy Page 600 South Margin St. 2001 Pulley Place Signarama - Franklin Vivere Health, LLC Diversified Electronic Service, Inc. Franklin, TN 37064 Nolensville, TN 37135 790 Jordan Rd., Ste. 107 5000 Meridian Blvd., Ste. 250 4741 Trousdale Dr., Ste. 2 (615) 465-4884 (615) 516-0603 Franklin, TN 37067 Franklin, TN 37067 Nashville, TN 37220 metacake.com quickcutsmedia.com (615) 771-5200 (615) 550-4900 (615) 834-9920 Bob Strachan Jason White signarama-franklin.com viverehealth.com fastdes.com MTM Shopper Brentwood Raven England, Crye-Leike Realtors Dan Hester Jenny Talley Rick Durham 507 Waycross Dr. 5111 Way Taziki’s Youthful Reflections doTERRA International Nashville, TN 37211 Brentwood, TN 37027 7021 Executive Center Dr. 213 Overlook Blvd., Ste. B3 1416 Holly Hill Dr. (615) 624-0833 (615) 417-7225 Suite 101, Bldg. D Brentwood, TN 37027 Franklin, TN 37064 mtmshopper.com [email protected] Brentwood, TN 37027 (615) 942-8016 (615) 429-5025 Jim Curtis Raven England (615) 648-3756 youthfulreflections.com mydoterra.com/dennistalbot/ Noodles & Company Reliant Realty - Brentwood, Franklin tazikiscafe.com Sonia Romero Dennis Talbot 995 Meridian Blvd., Ste. 104 7065 Moores Ln., Ste. 100 Olivia Bane Franklin, TN 37067 Brentwood, TN 37027 (615) 771-3013 (615) 724-5129 noodles.com reliantrealty.com Larry Pillow LeAnne Constantine

Thank you to these volunteers for their contributions this month to the Williamson Chamber membership committees. did you know? l BILL QUAGLIA, In The Cloud l JOHN DILLARD, Tennessee THE CHAMBER OFFERS MEETING ROOM RENTALS Technology, LLC, for attending Home Inventory Services, Inc., FOR MEMBERS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS. kudos the most Chamber meetings of the Development Committee and ribbon cuttings as an for bringing in the most new Our modern office space offers all the technological and physical Ambassador. members for the month. amenities needed to host a successful meeting or event. Chamber l MARTHA HARVEY, A-Z Office l MELINDA MILLER, Hilton Garden members may rent our conference rooms at a discounted rate. Resources, of the Engagement Inn Nashville Franklin/Cool Committee for mentoring the Springs, of the Member Relations Contact [email protected] most new members through the Committee for excelling in her to reserve your next meeting. orientation process. efforts to reach out to members.

THE POINT is published monthly as a partnership between the Williamson Chamber and The Tennessean. For editorial inquiries or advertising opportunities, contact Charlane Oliver at [email protected]. 5005 Meridian Blvd., Suite 150 | Franklin, TN 37067 | 615.771.1912 | www.williamsonchamber.com THE POINT l June 2015 Page 3 Page 4 THE POINT l June 2015 MAY MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Chamber staff member Liz Long, left, along with Williamson County Schools Career Williamson County Schools Superintendent Dr. Mike Presenting sponsor Williamson Medical Center showed a powerful Counselor Rebecca Collins, Vanessa Pogarch, Sally Mink and Brooke Sweeney were Looney, left, pictured with Matt Largen and Commissioner commercial featuring breast cancer survivors. all smiles for Commissioner McQueen’s vision for education. Candice McQueen.

“We must New chamber members had a front row seat at the event. Pictured from left are Dennis Talbot, Diana Wills, reorganize Deborah Poland, Vera Phipps, Steve Blume, Peggy Johnson, Bryana Aguilar, Engagement Committee member around a new Shelley Moeller, Anna Ford, Marcia Francis, Jose Duenas and Genevieve Duenas. vison,” McQueen told Williamson, Inc. members at the May 19 luncheon. Education commissioner’s vision looks beyond graduation Tennessee Commissioner of must be done to keep up with pro- “The process of Education Dr. Candice McQueen jected workforce demands. Her plan wants every student to obtain a focuses on the governor’s Drive to 55 having back-to- postsecondary degree, diploma or Alliance, which calls on public and back knee certificate after graduation. private sector support to equip 55 To achieve this ambitious goal, the percent of Tennesseans with a college replacements state must take drastic measures: degree or certificate by 2025. was great. I am rank in the top half of all states by “If we’re going to be successful as 2019; have an average composite a state, all students need to be back on the ACT score of 21 by the year 2020 to successful, all students need to have floor teaching award more HOPE scholarships; and access to postsecondary, all students put the graduating class of 2020 on need to graduate,” she told the Tae Kwon Do track to earn a certificate, diploma or audience, referring to plans to close full time.” college degree within six years. the achievement gap for students Putting every student on a path to from disadvantaged backgrounds. –Jack Stevens, college will be key to growing the McQueen’s plan also includes orthopaedic state’s economy, McQueen said to a supporting educators, investing in and patient room full of educators, business own- expanding pre-K and early childhood ers and civic leaders at Williamson, education programs, empowering dis- Inc.’s membership luncheon on May tricts to share best practices, enrolling 19 at the Franklin Marriott Cool more students in rigorous, advanced Springs. The event was presented by coursework, and providing tuition-free Williamson Medical Center. and last-dollar scholarships from Less than half of all third and eighth Tennessee Promise and tnAchieves. graders are proficient in reading, and Williamson County Schools less than 40 percent of all high school received high praises for improving students are proficient in English III. ACT scores and graduation rates, a Since McQueen took office in January, goal McQueen says should be it has been her mission to increase the replicated across the state. percentage of these statistics. “When I go around to other parts Despite significant gains over the of the state, I tell the story of past few years, McQueen says more l CONTINUED ON PAGE 7 THE POINT l June 2015 Page 5 what’s new IN WILLIAMSON WE CELEBRATE WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES AS THEY OPEN, EXPAND AND RENOVATE!

CARRIAGE HOUSE CUSTOM EXPODISPLAYS/METHOD-1 GRACEFUL HANDS CHIROPRACTIC HOMES & INTERIORS, INC. INTERIORS & WELLNESS CENTER 354 Downs Blvd., Ste. 105 • Franklin 3664 Trousdale Dr. • Nashville 5505 Edmondson Pk., Ste. 203 • Nashville Ribbon Cutting – May 6 • 4 employees Ribbon Cutting – May 14 • 2 employees Ribbon Cutting – May 5 • 2 employees Offering full construction services, Carriage House Custom Since 1970, ExpoDisplays/Method-1 has helped organiza- Located in Nipper’s Corner, Graceful Hands Chiropractic Homes & Interiors, Inc. helps clients select decorative tions market their image. Headquartered in Birmingham, and Wellness provides chiropractic, therapeutic remodeling hardware from top name brands. Their design ExpoDisplays/Method-1 is a full service custom exhibit rehabilitation and massage services to get patients professionals can accommodate all areas of the home and house and manufacturer of portable trade show displays, functioning at optimal health. They accept most all budgets. opening its first major showroom in Tennessee. insurances and offer affordable prices and plans.

NOLENSVILLE FARMER’S MARKET COOLSPRINGS GALLERIA SALONS BY JC 7248 Nolensville Rd. • Nolensville REDEVELOPMENT 615 Bakers Bridge Ave, Ste. 145 • Franklin Ribbon Cutting – May 2 • 1 employee 1800 Galleria Blvd. • Franklin Ribbon Cutting – May 20 • 2 employees In its second market season, the Nolensville Farmer’s Grand Opening – May 27 • 3,000 employees Salons by JC empowers licensed salon professionals to run Market allows small, local farmers, food artisans and CoolSprings Galleria celebrated the grand openings of the their own private business inside a common space by crafters to sell their goods while also educating the newest stores in the recently converted wing of the mall. offering fully-customizable salon suite rental opportuni- community on sustainable agriculture. The Nolensville H&M, the second in Nashville, A’GACI, a trendy clothier for ties, concierge and salon services. Salons by JC opened its Farmer’s Market is at the Historic Nolensville School and young women, and American Girl, the only in the state, doors in 1998 and now has 30 locations across the U.S. open every Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon. brings new customers and jobs to the area.

GETTING NOTICED IS THE POINT! Are you currently opening, renovating or expanding a business? Chamber members THE BOARDROOM SALON THE COMFY COW can get assistance with a ribbon cutting and 7011 Executive Center Dr., Bldg. B, Ste. 105 • Brentwood FOR MEN then promote their news in The Point, which 7010 Executive Center Dr, Ste. 104 • Brentwood Ribbon Cutting – May 22 • 20 employees is delivered monthly to nearly 36,000 Ribbon Cutting – May 7 • 10 employees The Comfy Cow serves crazy good ice cream and desserts Tennessean subscribers. The Boardroom Salon for Men helps men look and feel made from scratch. Headquartered in Louisville, , their best, by delivering exceptional hair, shave and spa their Brentwood location is the first in Tennessee and sixth Email [email protected] in the region. The Comfy Cow is a proud supporter of the services in an elegant, masculine, relaxing environment. to plan your celebration. They plan to open three to five Boardrooms in Greater communities in which they do business. Nashville over the next four years.

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events&meetings

The CHAMBER OFFICE is located in Cool Springs at 5005 Meridian Blvd., Suite 150, Franklin.

JUNE 10 YOUNG PROFESSIONALS FOCUS LUNCHEON 11:30 a.m., Spark: Lipscomb’s Idea Center 3252 Aspen Grove Dr., Ste. 9, Franklin Speaker: Glenn McGehee, SouthStar Presented by Saint Thomas Health JUNE 11 FUTURE MEMBERS INFORMATION SESSION 9 a.m., Chamber office JUNE 16 MEMBERSHIP MEETING 11 a.m., registration and networking 11:30 a.m., lunch and program Embassy Suites Nashville South/ Cool Springs The Young Leaders Council Williamson County 2015 graduates are: (seated from left) Troy Davis with Peachtree Financial, LLC, David Stanley with 820 Crescent Centre Dr., Franklin Skanska USA Building, Erika Small with Avenue Bank, Joumana Rahime with my1stCode.com, René Inman with Interior Design Services, Inc., Michael Grier with B.L. Harbert International, (standing from left) Josh Oates with Emdeon), Ryan Myers with KraftCPAs PLLC, Abigail Ruiz with Puryear, Speaker: Stuart McWhorter, NEC Newman & Morton, PLLC, Morgan Dent with Williamson, Inc., Jared King with KraftCPAs PLLC, Andrew Clement with Ronald Blue & Company, Thomas Presented by Williamson Medical Center Knight with Reliant Bank, Bishakha Van Voris with State of Tennessee and Bo Hanson with Preston & Cleveland Wealth Management. JUNE 22 FUTURE MEMBERS INFORMATION SESSION 4 p.m., Chamber office YLC announces 2015 Williamson graduates JUNE 24 GOLF CLASSIC Young Leaders Council (YLC), a nonprofit Through a partnership with Williamson, Inc. Young 8 a.m. & 1:30 p.m., Shotgun starts organization that has trained more than 2,000 men Professionals, Young Leaders Council expanded into 5:30 p.m., 19th Hole Awards Mixer and women to effectively participate on nonprofit Williamson County for a third consecutive year due to The Hideaway at Arrington boards for the past 30 years, announced the the growing need for preparing young business 6500 Cox Road, Arrington graduates of the Williamson County Class of 2015. professionals to effectively participate on the boards Presented by Nissan Fifteen Williamson, Inc. members completed more of nonprofit organizations closer to where they live and JUNE 26 PUBLIC AFFAIRS ROUNDTABLE than 30 hours of leadership training on board member work. In addition to the Williamson County class, more 7:15 a.m. responsibilities, strategic planning, nonprofit financials, than 130 graduates enter the nonprofit community Williamson County Administrative Complex legal responsibilities, conflict resolution and fundrais- each year from four other YLC classes in Davidson 1320 W. Main St., Franklin ing. For the next year, the graduates will intern on a County and in partnership with Junior League of Presented by the Vanderbilt University nonprofit board to put their newfound skills into action. Nashville and Jackson National in Franklin. Office of Community, Neighborhood, and Government Relations JULY 1 MEMBER CONNECT! LEADS EXCHANGE Two sessions – First 30 members Williamson Forward (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1) 7:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m., Chamber office see what Williamson County has Baines Johnson Presidential spot. They’ll join the roster with Presented by Trevecca Nazarene University the potential to be in the next Library and The Domain. The Southwest Airlines, Tractor Supply JULY 9 FUTURE MEMBERS several years,” said Matt Largen, forthcoming Williamson County Company, Franklin Synergy Bank, INFORMATION SESSION president and CEO of Williamson, Ovation project Pinnacle Financial 9 a.m., Chamber office Inc. “Attendees will have a chance mirrors The Domain, Partners, Saint JULY 10 FIRST FRIDAY: to build relationships with fellow a walkable mixed-use Thomas Health and YOUR SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCE colleagues and discover ways to development that Metropolitan 7:30 a.m., E|SPACES work together to address some of features more than Nashville Airport 1550 W. McEwen Dr., Ste. 300, Franklin the biggest issues that threaten 100 upscale retail Authority as sponsors Speaker: Sam Davidson, Batch USA Williamson County’s prosperity.” stores, restaurants, of the valuable pro- Presented by FirstBank Stakeholders looking to take an hotel, residential and grams on the agenda. RIBBON CUTTINGS active part in Williamson County’s offices in the Williamson JUNE 15, 11 a.m. • Youthful Reflections growth are encouraged to attend neighboring city of Forward is open to JUNE 16, 9:30 a.m. • Dunkin’ Doughnuts this inaugural expedition. In San Marcos. Trip owners, CEOs, JUNE 17, 11 a.m. • Skin 2NV addition to morning and afternoon goers will take a bus community leaders JUNE 19, 11:30 a.m. • The Lice Place Cool Springs sessions led by field experts, the tour to get a glimpse or their designee and JUNE 24, 4 p.m. • Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s agenda includes visits to the area’s of what’s to come in can accommodate up Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center most notable landmarks, including Cool Springs. to 85 participants. JUNE 25, 3 p.m. • Advanced Health & Wellness The Long Center for Preforming Companies looking As of press time, Arts, Texas State University’s The to stand out can take there are 18 spots PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE Meadows Center for Water and the advantage of the five remaining remaining. Contact Cindi Parmenter FOR UPDATES AND MORE INFORMATION. Environment, the 700-acre Mueller sponsorships available, including at [email protected] to mixed-use urban center, Lyndon the coveted presenting sponsor attend or sponsor the trip. THE POINT l June 2015 Page 7 Franklin High and Service King partner on auto program The Point caught up with tive program. This time we many employment opportuni- ships and skills-based training website, the district is focused Williamson County Schools’ wanted to bring in a business ties they continue to have, and the program provides, stu- on aligning its curriculum to Director of Career & Technical partner that was dedicated to Franklin High School already dents will gain the opportunity the Williamson County Education Dr. David Allen to investing in talent at an early has in place the facility and to earn a Platinum Pro Level I Economic Development’s Five get the scoop on the automo- age and could provide maxi- much needed equipment and Certification. The valuable Year Strategic Plan. In what tive program coming to mum training for good jobs. tools to relaunch the ways does the program Franklin High School for the Students in grades 9-12 program. Service King contribute to improving 2015-2016 academic year. will have the opportunity to Collision Repair will the local economy? l What is the automotive get hands-on experience by provide a full-time, This automotive program and why was taking one or two classes per state licensed, I-Car program offers training Franklin High School chosen day while continuing their core certified instructor and and certification that as the designated site? academic work. The classes offer classes during & can lead directly Through a unique will be offered as a four-year the school day, in the toward a high-wage, partnership with Service King program of study and count early evenings and Q high-demand job right Collision Repair, Franklin High toward a student’s elective throughout the out of high school. In School will operate a full focus. Students from other summer. Existing an industry with a DAVID ALLEN,A PhD Williamson County Schools Automotive Collision Repair Williamson County Schools will equipment from Director of Career and Technical Education strong need for talent, Program of Study after a two- have access to the program Franklin and Fairview companies like Service year hiatus. The program was when seats are available. high schools will be King can hire skilled initially offered from the l What is Service King’s consolidated, and Service King experience gained in the field workers who are ready to get 1970s to 2014 but enrollment role in the partnership? will assist with any additional of automotive collision repair to work on day one. declined. Because of Franklin Partnering with Service equipment needs. makes students marketable for To learn more about High School’s continued inter- King Collision Repair is a win- l What do you hope full-time career opportunities career and technical educa- est and clear void in their cur- win situation. They are inter- students will gain from this across the U.S. tion programs in Williamson riculum, the school recognized ested in developing a high program? l According to the County Schools, visit the need to revive the automo- quality workforce to fill the Through the paid intern- Williamson County School’s www.wcs.edu. FIRST FRIDAY PUBLIC AFFAIRS ROUNDTABLE

FIRST FRIDAY Friday, July 10 Paula Cirulli, Laurie McPeak and Martha Harvey visit Public Affairs Roundtable moderator David Crouch, right, sat down with Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson on May 7:30 a.m. at a recent First Friday event. Your Small Business 29 to address constituents about the exponential growth in the county and its six cities over the past 10 years. Anderson said E|SPACES Resource: First Friday connects entrepreneurs with that the county‘s population of about 200,000 is expected to double by 2040. industry tips that positively impact the bottom line. JOIN US NEXT TIME! Join us on July 10 to hear from Batch USA co-founder and CEO Sam Davidson on “Size Doesn’t Matter: How and Why Small Businesses Matter More Than Ever.” PUBLIC AFFAIRS ROUNDTABLE Friday, June 26 7:15 a.m. Education Vision (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4) Williamson County Williamson County,” she said. “It’s one thing to make the Administrative Complex She challenged the county choice to go to college versus JOIN US NEXT TIME! to reach 100 percent gradua- everybody should go to col- tion — now at 94 percent — lege,” Looney said. “I want our and use Finland’s top interna- graduates to have the choice to tional education system as their go to college and if they choose benchmark. to go to college, they have a Williamson County Schools high opportunity for success.” Superintendent Dr. Mike Looney McQueen’s presentation is Lynn Maddox (left) represented the Vanderbilt University Office of Community, Neighborhood agreed but believes there are available for download at and Government Relations, who was the presenting sponsor. She is pictured with Mendy other pathways to success. www.williamsonchamber.com. Mazzo and Paula Harris. Page 8 THE POINT l June 2015

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. 2 From left, Shannon Nehus, Allisen Penn and sented by proudly pre Jamie McPherson took in the benefits of red wine, which is known to reduce heart disease. G C O L I F C L A S S

Once home to businessman and landowner James Hazard Wilson II, his wife, Emeline, and nine WIN BIG PRIZES AT FUN CONTESTS: children, the 1825 mansion and surrounding 400 acres of land were purchased by the City of • Men’s Longest Drive Brentwood in 2010 and restored in 2013. The home, named after Sam Houston whose Cherokee • Women’s Longest Drive Indian name was “The Raven,” is host to weddings and parties throughout the year. • Hole in One - Wins Car from Nissan • Putting Contest • Closest-to-the-pin In addition to taking home lunch bags, guests entered to win a gift basket courtesy of present- ing sponsor Saint Thomas Health. The prize went TOP GOLF TEAMS WIN to Linda McGill of The McGill Financial Ensemble. $100 GIFT CARDS

Proceeds from the Golf Classic support the Chamber’s educational programs and the Williamson Chamber Foundation’s leadership initiatives that give back to the community. Shanna Jackson, with Angela Votta (right), said the evening mixer was designed to break away from the mid-day luncheons to enhance network- ing in a fun, social setting. MEALS AND BEVERAGES PROVIDED BY NEWK’S EATERY, CORKY’S BBQ, GRANITE CITY BREWERY AND COSTCO

BE THE FIRST to experience the Hideaway at Arrington (opens Spring 2016) Mrs. Tennessee America 2015 Cheryl Brehm, middle right, looked radiant in her sparkling sash Steel drum musician Tony Hartman set the tone and snapped photos with Michelle Allen-Parker, Rosalyn Lawson and Kimberly Taylor. for the evening with classic tunes. 300 ATTENDEES to connect with away History, health, elegance converge from the office Golfers get a reusable at Women, Wine and Wellness swag bag courtesy of THE 19th HOLE Rain may have been in the venue for Women in Business improve insulin resistance. Nissan, filled with golf our Chamber-wide forecast, but the gray skies didn’t guests to venture room-to-room to “It seemed logical to have a balls, a golf towel, a mixer following the put a damper on Williamson, Inc.’s sample an assortment of red wines, theme around the work that they’re hat and a polo. Golf Classic is just $15 Women, Wine and Wellness Mixer paired with Amerigo Restaurant’s doing,” Women in Business held June 2 at the historic, 400- finest hors d’oeuvres. committee chair Shanna Jackson acre Ravenswood Mansion at Focusing on health and wellness said about partnering with Saint JUNE 24TH | 8AM & 1:30PM SHOTGUN STARTS Marcella Vivrette Smith Park in as the event’s theme, guests Thomas Health. “Women want to Register at williamsonchamber.com Brentwood. The mixer was enjoyed heart-shaped, Saint be informed about their healthy presented by Saint Thomas Health. Thomas Health-engraved dark options, and this is a great way to sponsored by Elegance and southern charm chocolates while learning its heart educate them while networking and permeated the walls of the restored healthy benefits. Dark chocolate is having a great time.” antebellum mansion, a befitting proven to lower blood pressure and