Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce

CHAMBER “THE MISSION STATEMENT IS TO STRENGTHEN AND SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY BY PROMOTING BUSINESS GROWTH, EDUCATIONLIFE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.” VOL. 33, NO. 2 A PUBLICATION OF THE FARRAGUT WEST KNOX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FEBRUARY 2019 Tabletop Competitors Eagerly Await Competition! One of the most fun and looked-forward promises to turn out some of the best look- jewelry and so much more! Item donations from a portion of ticket sales. For 2019 the to components of the Chamber’s annual ing tabletops ever! Spaces are limited to are actively being asked for and businesses chamber is proud to add the sparkle of em- auction is the Tabletop competition and less than a dozen so interested businesses do not need to wait for a committee call to eralds to its auction theme by partnering already the desire to be crowned “Best should contact the chamber now to com- donate. Earlier donations will be featured with member Emerald Youth Foundation Dressed Table” is running high. Aggressive mit. as part of the events advertising. to receive 20% of auction ticket sales. The past competitors have included Cumulus Guests are in for an elegant evening on Tickets are another way to support the funds raised will go toward assisting EYF Media, Y-12 Federal Credit Union, Chick Friday, April 12 at 6 p.m. at Rothchild Cater- event and are available online at farragut- in starting three new middle school level Fil-A, farragutpress, SouthEast Bank and ing & Conference Center. The roaring 20s chamber.com under the “Events” menu at teams for their summer program oysk3 architects with HisSecurity! This year, theme will encourage everyone to breakout $60 for members, $70 for non-members or and supplying the equipment needed. For newcomers JCPenney and Smok- their fl apper dresses and fedoras, enjoy sig- $550 for a table of 10 seats. Tickets can also over 25 years, EYF has centered on develop- ies Baseball will vie for the award alongside nature martini and champagne cocktails, a be reserved by calling 865-675-7057. ing young leaders in Knoxville, with a focus returning builders. buffet that Gatsby himself would be proud The gala is the Chamber’s largest self-driv- on ensuring that the approximately 15,000 Each tabletop is both a creative and dec- of and, of course, bid to their hearts’ con- en fundraising effort of the year, seeing an youth living in underserved Knoxville neigh- orative stand-alone centerpiece as well as tent! average attendance of 250 and representing borhoods has a full promising life/career an all-in-one saleable package item valued Over one hundred silent and live items 300 member businesses. The auction helps ahead of them. at a minimum of $300 that is auctioned off will be up for sale to the highest bidder the Chamber continue to provide business Sponsorships are still open at all levels— LIVE before approximately 250 guests. The including a secluded Carolina cabin stay, members with programs and services such Presenting, Event, and Community—with theme of the tabletop must tie into the auc- a captained lake tour with wakeboarding as the Continuing Education Scholarships industry exclusivity and are a fabulous way tion theme and 2019’s “Diamonds & Pearls: and waterskiing lessons, a Peyton Manning awarded to member businesses in amounts A Gatsby Gala” presented by TDS Telecom signed mini helmet, wine baskets, dinners, up to $500. A charitable donation is taken See GALA on Page 3 Unsure About What Membership Gets You?

HARA HILL SPANGLER BROCKAMP WVLT Anchor to Lead February Forum Space is growing very limited for the Tennessee. sponsors include Presenting Sponsor Town Chamber’s upcoming 2019 Breakfast Speak- As part of ensuring that the forum ad- of Farragut, Community Sponsors Cyan In- er Series: “Active Shooter Scenarios Forum” dresses as many attendee and community surance Solutions and HisSecurity, and Me- event on Tuesday, Feb. 26 beginning at 7:30 concerns as possible, business members dia Sponsor farragutpress. New or existing business members a.m. at Fox Den Country Club (forum from and the general public can submit their Hill’s 26 years’ experience as an FBI Agent or even non-members with questions 8 a.m.-9 a.m.). Anyone interested in attend- questions for the panel via the Google Forms and Security Professional equip him well about chamber membership are invited ing is encouraged to register NOW. Mem- link (https://goo.gl/forms/C7M4UzDG4Eh- for the topic, having conducted and man- to the Chamber’s Spring New Member bers receive a $30 discounted rate; Non- 9VFNq1) OR by emailing their questions to aged operations for domestic and interna- Orientation on Tuesday, March 12 from members $40; Tables of 10 seats are $275. [email protected]. tional counterterrorism, intelligence, crimi- 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Town of Far- Student reservations are available for just Businesses, organizations and individuals nal enterprise investigations and security ragut municipal building at 11408 Mu- $15 (School ID will be checked). are frequently unaware of the risks existing operations. He has conducted Law Enforce- nicipal Drive in Farragut. Held twice Award-winning journalist and news an- in their facilities, nor do they have policies/ ment training with domestic and interna- annually, the orientation is the perfect chor, Amanda Hara of the WVLT News will protocol on record on how to recover. Hara tional audiences, providing organizations opportunity for new business members lead the forum, which will tackle the topic will pose questions to speakers Rick Hill and businesses with the tools that owners and members with newer staff to learn of preventing / preparing / responding / (A&A Investigations and Consulting / re- and staff need to understand the risk posed how to maximize their Chamber mem- recovering from an Active Shooter Sce- tired FBI Counterterrorism/Intelligence), by some of the greatest security threats, and bership and make great new connec- nario. Hara has been honored with 4 Emmy Knox Co. Sherriff Tom Spangler and Scott how to develop and implement their secu- tions all at once. awards and more than 2 dozen nominations, Brockamp (local business owner and se- rity programs to protect their most valuable The Chamber’s Ambassador team multiple Edward R. Murrow awards, and curity expert, HisSecurity) to help provide assets, personnel and facilities. Hill offers several Associated Press awards including valuable information from national, county See MEMBERS on Page 4 “Best Reporter” and “Best News Anchor” in and local/practical perspectives. Current See BREAKFAST on Page 3

These Chamber members generously contribute to the Chamber and the Continuing Education Scholarship Program above and beyond their annual dues. 2 • CHAMBER LIFE, February 2019 Member Networkings Briefs Looking for more details on a K9 Center of East Tennessee, Inc. – specifi c event, special or job? Go to www.farragutchamber.com to January 3, 2019 see these and other member items!

Mountain Commerce Bancorp, Inc. the Knoxville, Tennessee-based bank holding company and parent of Mountain Commerce Bank (MCB), announced it has been named to the 2019 OTCQX® Best 50, an annual ranking of top performing US and international com- panies traded on the OTCQX Best Market last year. “In our fi rst full year of trading on the OTCQX Best Market, MCB’s strong performance landed us at #27 on the OTCQX Best 50 list,” said Bill Edwards, MCB’s president and chief executive offi cer. “This amazing achievement is testimony to the solid foundation MCB Networking hosts Susie Stout (L) Owner & Instructor, Enjoying the evening networking event are Stephanie Erb, has built over the last decade, and the diligent efforts and Trish Isbell (R), President, pause and smile in front Corporate Partnership Offi cer-Emerald Youth Founda- of every member of our team. We’re honored by this of the agility course where a “pawsitive” evening was had tion and Alan Diskin, Account Executive/Show Host-Oak acknowledgement and grateful for the recognition.” by all. Ridge FM (WKCE & 94Z Radio Stations).

Kruggel Lawton CPA welcomed their fi rm’s 13th partner - Alex Schaeffer. With a specialized focus on Matlock Tire Service & Auto Repair – audit and assurance services, Alex primarily works with clients in the education and government sectors, having executed audits for school districts across the January 10, 2019 state of Michigan. “Alex has proven himself to be a reliable and valuable member of our team,” said Man- aging Partner Barry Hall. “Clients consistently speak of his outstanding service and he is recognized by his colleagues and industry peers for his high level of pro- fessionalism and extensive technical expertise. We are very excited to see Alex in this new role.”

MEDIC Regional Blood Center welcomes two new staff members: Kristy Altman as the Director of Mar- keting and Donor Recruitment and Ken Piety, MS, MBA, as the new Materials Manager. Altman has a degree in Communications from the University of Ten- What an asset to have (L-R) Aaron O’Dell, CPA, Manag- (L-R) Networking hosts Don Pember, Joe Matlock, Scott nessee, Knoxville, plus 20 years of experience in public er-Kruggel Lawton CPAs, Christi Fightmaster, Director Brewer, Mark Hackney and Jimmy Matlock, Owner, pause relations and marketing as well as organizational and of Marketing-Pugh CPAs and Colby McLemore, Owner/ for a team photo. nonprofi t management. Piety has an MBA in Corporate Primary Photographer-Colby’s Photograph gather for a Finance and an MS in Process Engineering from West- group photo! ern Kentucky University. “We are very excited to have both Kristy and Ken joining our team,” said CEO Jim Decker. “They bring a wealth of knowledge and expe- Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union – rience to the organization in addition to their eager- ness to serve our community.” For more information on MEDIC Regional Blood Center, please contact Director Turkey Creek – January 17, 2019 of Marketing and Donor Recruitment Kristy Altman at [email protected] or by phone at 865-805- 2008.

“When was the last time your accountant came to you with a tax saving idea?” asks Madison Randolph, CPA. They offer tax planning strategies to help reduce taxes. For business owners, they utilize the Tax Code to their advantage. “The major thing people need to know is that the Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017 made big changes to some federal tax laws, tax brackets and deductions,” said Randolph. “The standard deduction has eliminated almost 85% of tax payers that itemized Owners Rick Hill-A & A Investigations & Consulting and Pausing outside on a beautiful morning are team mem- in the past, but there are strategies we can use.” With John Randazzo- Fish Window Cleaning start their morn- bers (L-R) Marie Thacker, Tony Sizemore, Crystal over 30 years’ experience as a CPA, they specialize in ing with great conversation. Cowden, Charlotte Havely, Penny Cooper, Joe Sexton, accounting, tax preparation, tax planning, payroll, Kristina Howard and Darren Lee. bookkeeping and fi nancial services and have a great deal of experience working with real estate and con- struction companies. Randolph has also rebranded his logo and website and expanded his Farragut offi ce. His JCPenney (Turkey Creek) - January 24, 2019 practice has been serving the people of Knoxville for over 10 years. For information call 865-531-8493 or visit https://www.madisonrandolph.com

Does setting up technology stress you out? Is your computer sluggish? Your printer refuses to commu- nicate or a virus is wreaking havoc? Tech Nav offers prompt, friendly mobile service that makes house calls if needed! Customers can now also visit their new store- front at 1895 Louisville Road in Alcoa, M-F, 9am-6pm. Tech Nav can fi x it all: Macs, PCs, tablets, smartphones, printers and home networks. One of their biggest hits lately are bundles where customers buy the computer, and Tech Nav takes care of setting it up - installing Pictured are (L-R) Mansour Hasan-State Farm Insur- This hard-working team (L-R) Chelsea Bowers, David ance, Christy Fitzgerald-Cabi, Knox County Commis- Long, Michelle Austin, General Manager, Jared Lassiter, software and anti-virus programs, data transfer – it’s sioner John Schoonmaker, Brenda Herron-Copper Cellar Dana Campbell, Beverly Wright, Dave Sumner, Kelli Pabst, all done for you. Tech Nav provides residential com- Family of Restaurants and Steve Krempasky-Farragut Kayla Valdivia, Emma Mausolf and Felicia Cofer gracious- puter repair services in Blount and Knox Counties and Business Alliance. ly hosted the morning networking event with tremendous surrounding areas. Call (865) 210-9555 or visit www. enthusiasm, joy and lots of surprises for everyone. technav.org.

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Looking fresh are (L-R) Alex Carver-Get Beyond, Corey Pictured are Pamela Milliken, Marketing Specialists and Smart- Baseball, Dale Skidmore- Events Coordinator with Colby Seals, General Manager- Allstate Insurance Company, Zan Schriver-Volunteer Zaxby’s of Farragut. Ministry Center and Jennifer Madaj-Liberty Mutual In- surance. CHAMBER LIFE, February 2019 • 3

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Walk the pathway to well-being! Happy Ribbon Cuttings employees thrive, are creative, productive, and have fewer sick days. Alexia Georghiou, of Life Betterment Through God, is a key- note speaker, workshop leader, corporate Revolution Real World Self Defense, LLC – training specialist, and executive happi- ness coach with clients from diverse areas December 7, 2018 such as healthcare, manufacturing, and social services. Special offer valid through President James Cloutier (holding scissors), his wife March 31, 2019. Call (865) 283-3605 for Kim Bertolo, Vice President more information or visit http://bit.ly/suc- (standing to his left), Knox cessiswellbeing. County Mayor Glenn Jacobs (wearing suit and tie) along Fox Den Country Club is excited and with Dalton Bertolo and proud to announce Jake Reeves will be Rebecca Roberts, friends, joining the Fox Den team as Director of In- Chamber members and stu- struction. Jake is coming to them with an dents all raise their hands impressive background in the Golf Industry in jubilant celebration and and has produced many tour players and gratitude. PGA Professionals such as Gareth Maybin, Dave Picket, Bryce Kendrick, Peter Malna- ti (Knoxville Open winner),Wes Short, Allie Knoxville Fine Homes Realty – December 14, 2018 Knight, and fellow PGA Professional, Casey Flenniken. Jake also played in the 2000 U.S Bob Brock, Realtor/Owner/Broker, Open and has been a 2 year member of the cuts the ribbon as wife, Sandy Brock Web.com Tour. Welcome Jake! (wearing red and black dress) smiles along with fellow realtors and agents Congratulations to NAI Koella RM including Tiffany Rabb, Ed Harrison, Moore $220 Million in Volume for 2018 Kenny McMahan, Tonya Rice, Renzo Top Producer Heidi Adams, Top Brokers Hurerta, Deena Romer, Eric Witick, Michelle Gibbs and Sam Tate, Diamond Jay Beeler, Danielle Jackovich and a host of Chamber ambassadors, Award Winners: Matt Fentress, Rick Ross, members and guests. John Haney, James Roberson, and David Gothard!

Cory Alexander has joined HomeTrust Bank as an assistant vice president, branch manager and business banking of- Clean Juice – December 17, 2018 fi cer at the bank’s Knoxville offi ce at 6501 Kingston Pike. He is responsible for busi- Participating in the ribbon cutting ceremony are franchise owners Denise (with scissors) and Jus- ness development for Bearden and the sur- tin Horne (white shirt), general manager, Sarah rounding area. He is also branch manager Withington, (next to Denise), shift leader, Emma for the Bearden Banking Center. Moresdorf (grey sweatshirt), assistant manager, Betsy Randolph (behind Justin), Vice Mayor Lou- FirstBank hired Steve Pettit and Karen ise Povlin, (purple scarf)-Town of Farragut, Town Stripling as commercial relationship man- Administrator David Smoak (red tie)-Town of Far- agers. ragut, Assistant to the Town Administrator Trevor Hobbs (stripped tie)-Town of Farragut, Chamber SmartBank has announced the addition staff, members, ambassadors and friends. of Joseph Hamdi to its team in Knoxville. Hamdi will oversee and lead the bank’s ef- forts in Knox County as market executive. Knoxville Room Service – January 11, 2019

Owner and manager Haley Breakfast From page 1 (front row wearing blue shirt and black jacket) and Kyle training, consulting and other services via Zellner (with scissors) pre- his private company A & A Investigations & pare to cut the ceremonial Consulting Group. ribbon as Haley’s mom, Patty Knox County Sheriff Spangler began his Kirvin (print shirt on Haley’s career in law enforcement over 39 years right), friends, customers ago as a Corrections Offi cer in the Knox and Chamber members cheer County Jail. Sheriff Spangler worked his them on in great anticipation. way through the ranks as a Patrolman, Pa- trol Supervisor, Metro Narcotics Detective, Training Director of the Regional Train- ing Academy and one of his proudest ac- complishments was the beginning of the Centriworks-Thermocopy New Remodel – KCSO Aviation Unit. He then was promoted to Chief Deputy under two different Sher- January 15, 2019 iff’s Administrations. Brockamp is co-owner of locally owned It is hard to copy the excitement and operated His Security in Farragut, pro- exhibited as S.R. Sumner, Presi- viding monitored residential and business dent (holding scissors) cuts the security systems, surveillance cameras, ac- ribbon celebrating their new re- cess control systems, home theaters, plus model. He is surrounded by team smart home automation and remote access members, Mark DeNicola, Phillip Graves, Andrew Jones, Todd Shep- technology. A regular television/radio guest pard, Jane Haney, Floyd Moretto expert, he is a strong proponent of educating and Matthew Coleman along with the public about the benefi ts of technology, other Chamber members, ambas- Brockamp stays up-to-date on industry ad- sadors and friends. vances (current national liaison to ESA for the Tennessee Electronic Security Associa- tion), teaches continuing education classes for realtors, and conducts training sessions for customers on systems and devices. Sno Cream – January 23, 2019 The event is supported by Presenting Sponsor Town of Farragut; Community Owner Bill King (with scis- Sponsors Cyan Insurance Solutions and sors) and Knox County Mayor HisSecurity; and Media Sponsor farragut- Glenn Jacobs (suit) along press. Reservations can be made online un- with fellow Chamber mem- der “Events” at farragutchamber.com or by bers, Ambassadors, custom- calling 675-7057. ers and friends smile eagerly for the camera.

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to highlight your business via web, email, social media, radio and cable television. Sponsors are advertised as soon as their commitment is received and for at least one month beyond the auction. The Chamber is proud and grateful for Presenting Spon- sor TDS Telecom, Event Sponsors Roth- child Catering and the Town of Farragut; Community Sponsor MBI Companies; and Media Sponsors farragutpress, WKCE/94.3 and ViaMedia. For sponsor information call 865-675-7057 or email Julie@farragutcham- ber.com. 4 • CHAMBER LIFE, February 2019 President Quotes Welcome to our new Farragut Chamber ‘n West Knox Chamber Members! Welcomes The Chamber welcomes these businesses who joined us recently in the month of January! Notes Did you know businesses/organizations can submit an application and payment online? Gleason, Visit www.farragutchamber.com and click “Join the Chamber!” Julie A. Blaylock Congratulates Cyan Insurance Solutions Postal Annex Ken & April Finster Marcelle Hazari Castillo “When you forgive, you in no way Knoxville, TN 37922 9255 Kingston Pike change the past. But you sure do http://www.CyanMedicare-LTC.com Knoxville, TN 37922 Staff were excited to change the future.” http://postalannex.com/14023 welcome new Farragut ~ Bernard Meltzer Destiny Adoption Services & High SchoolWork Based Consulting, Inc. Shoot Point Blank Learning intern for Lisa Cuffaro Cory Zolnowski Spring 2019, Paige Glea- Sometimes I think Valentine’s Day was son, this past month. invented purely to pierce the grey dreari- 13047 Kingston Pike 620 Corporate Point Way Farragut, TN 37934 Knoxville, TN 37932 Paige is a senior at Far- ness of the month in which it occurs. And ragut high school, and will http://www.destinyadoption.com http://ShootPointBlank.com it does a decent job! There are few things graduate this spring. She as sweet as the celebration of love, in all has been an active member of many clubs Emerald Youth Sitel Tennessee throughout her high school years includ- its varied forms. But there’s a compo- Foundation Frankie Ballew nent of love that isn’t talked about often ing National Art Honor Society (NAHS) Stephanie Erb 412 N. Peters Road where she is the current historian of the enough: forgiveness. And it’s rarely talked 1014 Heiskell Avenue Knoxville, TN 37922 club, documenting the student galleries about in business, for sure. No course I Knoxville, TN 37909 http://Sitel.com put up each month and helping with their know of teaches it; few business books http://www.emeraldyouth.org upcoming service outreach, Empty Bowls. give it page space. Weeds-N-Things Lawn Care She is a member of Farragut’s chapter of However, the privilege to forgive is as Madison Randolph, CPA Kenny Fleshman Mu Alpha Theta tutoring fellow students integral an ingredient of forward-moving Madison Randolph Morristown, TN 37813 in math and helping run the club’s annual business and good management/leader- 111 Center Park Drive http://www.weeds-n-things.com math competition for elementary students Suite 200 called “Mini Mu.” ship as it is for any relationship. Often Knoxville, TN 37922 Young-Williams Animal Center When she isn’t in school, Paige spends people in leadership roles suffer the http://www.madisonrandolph.com Stephanie Eastman Vozar most of her time at the Academy of Dance knee-jerk reaction of righteous indigna- 3201 Division Street Arts in Lenoir City learning multiple styles tion when they feel wronged. It’s a nor- Knoxville, TN 37919 of dance and rehearsing with the studio’s mal response. But, Manfred Kets de Vries http://www.young-williams.org ensemble for competitions and showcas- (Distinguished Professor of Leadership es. She also plays piano for her church’s Development & Organisational Change) worship band on Sunday mornings. After says “the most transformational leaders graduating, Paige would like to study ani- Welcome Back Renewing Members mation, hoping to combine her love for art are acutely aware of the cost of animos- with her love for storytelling. ity.” It is our goal to ensure that area businesses & residents recognize the commitment a business As Chamber intern, Paige has already Many businesses are like gulags, he says. makes to its community when it invests in its local chamber of commerce and reward that com- mitment with their patronage as often as possible. been immersed in assisting staff with Anxiety is rampant. It stifl es productivity The Farragut West Knox Chamber welcomes back these businesses who have renewed their member communications, administrative when the staff is afraid to be punished for investment in the Chamber as of this past January. We are privileged to have them as members tasks and writing marketing pieces for mistakes. “What should be remembered is and part of our community! the Chamber’s business members for the that people who don’t make any mistakes AAA East Tennessee Hardin Valley Wealth Management weekly e-newsletter and monthly Cham- don’t do ANY thing. They’re too busy cov- Amish Excellence of Knoxville His Security, LLC berLife newsletter. Paige will be a key Atlantic Capital Bank - Campbell Station Honey Do Service, Inc. coordinator for student volunteers for the ering their backs. They’re not going to try Chamber’s April 12 annual auction fund- anything new.” Rd. Thank you for your Anchor Kendall Investigations Enterprise Membership! Lange Animal Hospital raiser. The auction will also see the return Forgiveness changes that and cre- Avenir Senior Living Manorhouse Assisted Living of Fall 2018 intern, Giuliana Castillo in a ates great business culture. When others Baskin Robbins & Memory Care volunteer capacity. Castillo was recently cross our line of judgement, we are tested BB&T - Farragut Branch NHC Place - Assisted Living - Thank you approved to participate in the Rotary again and again as to what to do with that Beltone Hearing Aid Center for your Anchor Enterprise Membership! Youth Exchange program through the Ro- line. We can stay on our side, consider Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop Northshore Senior Living tary Club of Farragut; beginning this fall CADES Panera Bread - Peters Road she will spend her gap year in Italy. their side, or erase “the line” that has Cirrus Insight Pipe Wrench Plumbing, been crossed. The quicker we forgive, the Claris Networks Heating & Cooling, Inc. quicker we can move forward and tackle Dixie Lee Wines & Liquors, Inc. Radio Systems Corporation the next opportunity. Forgiveness also Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Regions Bank – Knollwood - Thank you builds loyalty and good citizenship, with Wendy Schopp for your Anchor Enterprise Membership! TSBDC teams more likely to make extra efforts Express Employment Professionals Rick Terry Jewelry Designs by Laura Overstreet, Small Business Specialist First Choice Automotive Saratoga Technologies and GrowthWheel® Certifi ed Advisor that help the bottom line. First Citizens Bank - Campbell Station State Farm Insurance - Neil Schmitt It also benefi ts your heart! Anger and First Tennessee - Tapestry at Turkey Creek The Knoxville TSBDC has several valuable hate seem like the easier paths, but Downtown West Financial Center Tropical Smoothie Cafe small business training seminars and work- bitterness has been proven to create nu- Foothills Bank & Trust, Unique Construction Services shops coming soon. Join us for some of the following training merous stress disorders and is correlated a division of SmartBank UPS Store #2381 Hampton Inn & Suites - Turkey Creek Vulcan Materials Company opportunities: with depression, anxiety, neuroticism and Branding Your Business premature death. Conversely, those who What is “Branding Your Business”? Suc- forgive more readily enjoy lower blood cessful branding is the ability to increase pressure, less stress, lower risk of sub- awareness about your products and/or servic- es. Why is it important? Think of the various stance abuse and fewer coronary prob- advertisements you see on television, Men- lems. Consider showing your care through Calendar of Events tion a product and an image or phrase imme- an act of forgiveness this month. The most Members can quickly RSVP for events in their Member Portal at diately comes to mind or vice versa. Think of important heart—yours—will probably http://members.farragutchamber.com/login. the images on your smart phone. There are thank you. Call 675-7057 or email [email protected] for a link to create your account! no lengthy descriptions or discussion. You see Visitors/Guests can register by clicking the links on the Chamber Calendar the image. You make the association. Learn (www.farragutchamber.com > “Events”) and registering under “Not a Member?”. key strategies about building brand aware- February 14, 2019 Networking ness which can increase your visibility, sales, 8:00am – 9:30am Tapestry at Turkey Creek and customer base. Members Thursday, February 21 810 Tapestry Way, Knoxville 37932 From page 1 9:30AM to 11:00AM Fee: No Cost will personally invite businesses who have February 21, 2019 Networking Speaker(s): Theresa Trentham-Hutton joined within the last year. Still, members of 5:00pm – 6:30pm Knoxville Ice Bears @ 201 South Washington Street, Maryville over one year or even 10 years are encour- Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum aged to send new staff/management who 500 Howard Baker Jr. Blvd., Government Contracting 201 are unsure of exactly what they get through Knoxville 37915 (3rd Floor) This program is part II of the basic intro- their annual membership. Businesses or or- Bring family/guests to the networking & STAY with our group for FWKCC Night duction to government contracting program ganizations who are not members, but want at the 7:30pm game versus . Receive a complimentary Ice Bears 101 and will further position your company to to know more about opportunities available ball cap! Discounted Group Rate GAME tickets purchased separately: compete for contracting opportunities. What through the Chamber, can sign up by visiting www.Farragut-West-Knoxville-Chamber-Night-with-the-Knoxville-Ice-Bears sorts of contracts are available? What are gov- farragutchamber.com>Events>Chamber ernment acquisition regulations? How do you respond to a solicitation for bids? Does your Calendar and clicking on the March 12 February 26, 2019 2019 Breakfast Speaker Series: business need to be certifi ed? Does your busi- event link. There is no cost to any business 7:30am – 9:00am Active Shooter Scenarios Forum ness qualify for a “set aside” contract? How to attend. led by WVLT News Anchor Amanda Hara does the process work? Chef Steve Smith of NHC Place - Farragut Fox Den Country Club, Wednesday, March 20 is excited to provide a delicious lunch dur- 12284 Fox Den Dr., Farragut 37934 1:30PM to 3:30PM ing the mini-networking starting at 11:30 The Chamber offers a unique chance to learn more on this topic from retired Fee: No Cost a.m. Orientation begins in the board room FBI Agent Rick Hill, Knox Co. Sherriff Tom Spangler and local business owner & Speaker(s): Paul Middlebrooks, UT Pro- at 12 p.m. Door prizes are awarded through- security expert, Scott Brockamp of HisSecurity. This event is not just for business curement Technical Assistance Center out the program which will feature informa- members but open to the public with special rates for students. Reservations are 17 Market Square #201, Knoxville tion from Chamber staff, Board, Business $275 for tables of 10, $40 for non-members, $30 for members and $15 for students Start Up Training Ambassadors, town offi cials, Small Business (must show ID). Reservations can be made online under “Events” at farragut- The seminar discussion includes the forms Development Center (SBDC) of Tennessee chamber.com or by calling 675-7057; each includes breakfast and a donation to a of business organization, tax requirements, and other resources. The farragutpress will charity selected by the speakers. business licenses, business planning and fi - offer upwards of $2,300 in total advertising nancing options. giveaways! Members can RSVP for them- February 28, 2019 Networking Thursday, March 21 selves or a staff member via the weekly 8:00am – 9:30am Brothers Bedding 9:00AM to 11:00AM email link or in their Member Portal ac- 220 N. Peters Rd., Knoxville 37923 Fee: No Cost cessed from http://members.farragutcham- Speaker(s): TSBDC Staff ber.com/login. 201 South Washington Street, Maryville Industry exclusive sponsorships are avail- Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce For registration information call 865-246- able for the orientation and include a table/ 2663 or visit our website at www.tsbdc.org. display area at the program; email Julie@ 11826 Kingston Pike, Suite 110 | Farragut, TN 37934 farragutchamber.com for details. For gen- 865-675-7057 | 865-671-2409 Fax Weather delays and cancellations follow eral questions call (865) 675-7057 or email the Pellissippi State Community College di- e-mail: [email protected] | www.farragutchamber.com Front Offi ce Manager Susan Roberts at rob- rectives. Check with the local TV stations for [email protected]. This newsletter is published monthly by the Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce. information.