February 1, 2013.pdf - Jackson, Tennessee

FEBRUARY 2013
CHAMBER CONNECTION
THE JACKSON CHAMBER'S
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
INSIDE: Chamber Welcomes
New Board Chairman pg. 2
PRA’s Jackson Site Expands pg. 4 - 5

Chamber Welcomes New
Board Chairman
Bobby Arnold, President/CEO of West Tennessee Healthcare and 2012-2013 board chairman for the
Jackson Chamber, passed the gavel to the new board chairman in the chamber’s January board of directors
meeting. Roy Heatherly, President/Publisher, The Jackson Sun, will follow Arnold as the chamber’s
new board chairman. Heatherly will serve a one-year term.
“The chamber is a great resource and a great advocate for my business and other businesses in
Jackson,” Heatherly said. “It is also is a great place to network and build both professional and personal
relationships.”
During his career, Heatherly has worked not only in Tennessee, but also in Louisiana and Kansas. He
also serves on other areas, such as board chairman for United Way, secretary for the West Tennessee
Healthcare board, the Exchange Club Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse board, the
Jackson Downtown Development board and The Star Center board.
While in his role as chairman, Heatherly says he will strive to continue the implementation of both
the chamber’s strategic plan, as well as the continuing to build the coalition between other Chamber of
Commerce’s in West Tennessee and the communities they serve.
“I want to nurture the trust and make sure everyone has a voice as we position West Tennessee for
the business growth that will happen very soon,” Heatherly said.
After working in other communities, Heatherly knew Jackson was where he wanted to continue his career.
“What makes Jackson special – it’s the people,” he said. “We have great neighbors. You will not find more concerned, passionate caring people
than in Jackson.
As the board chairman this year, Heatherly is prepared to help people connect in Jackson.
“Too often we allow others who don’t know us or have perceptions of us position us,” he said. “I want to draw a line in the sand and send out
a clear and loud message. The message that Jackson and West Tennessee is alive, and we are positioned to grow because we are the best.”
With his role as board chairmen coming to an end, Arnold thanked and recognized board members, chamber staff, Jackson business leaders
and West Tennessee Healthcare for their support during his role.
“I feel very fortunate to work for an organization that supports the community and whose support has allowed me the time and opportunity
to serve in this capacity,” Arnold said. “I am grateful for the opportunity to work alongside other business leaders.”
In addition to the new board chairmen, the chamber welcomed five new members to the board of directors:
Josh Allen, John H. Allen Co., Inc
Jerry Corley, Managing Partner/Area Operations, Coyote Blues
John Myers, Vice President, Commercial Bank & Trust Company
Nick Stamper, Director of Operations, Solus Training
Todd Swims, President, Leaders Credit Union
The chamber also selected three nominees to serve and replace existing directors whose terms expired at the end of the chamber’s fiscal
year. The following members will serve three-year terms beginning February 2013:
Harbert Alexander Jr., President, The Bank of Jackson
Trey Rabon, Regional External Affairs Director, AT&T
Jim Ferrell, President/CEO, Jackson Energy Authority
The two members below have been nominated to fill two unexpired terms for one year:
Patt Ross, United Way of West Tennessee, Inc.
Becky White, Plant Manager, LyondellBasell
ABOVE: Roy Heatherly, President/Publisher, The
Jackson Sun, accepts the gavel at the Jackson
Chamber’s January board of directors meeting
from Bobby Arnold, President/CEO, West Tennessee
Healthcare.
Returning board of directors are Bobby Arnold, President/CEO, West Tennessee Healthcare; Mike Austin, Mayor, City of Medon; Dr. Bruce
Blanding, President, Jackson State Community College; Charles H. Byrd, Senior Partner, Byrd & Byrd Attorneys at Law, PLLC; James Campbell, III,
President/COO, H & M Company, Inc.; Scott Conger, City Council – District 5, City of Jackson; Dr. David S. Dockery, President, Union University;
Chris Ervin, Vice President and General Manager, Gerdau; Ben Ferguson, President, Personnel Placements, LLC; Mayor Jerry Gist, City of Jackson;
Mayor Jimmy Harris, Madison County Courthouse; Jeffery Head, Vice President of Commercial Lending, BancorpSouth; Roy W. Heatherly, President/Publisher,
The Jackson Sun; James Hill, Mayor, City of Three Way; Dr. Dan Lattimore, Dean, The University of Memphis-Lambuth Campus;
Curtis F. Mansfield, President, FirstBank; Dr. Wesley McClure, President, Lane College; Tyreece Miller, Lieutenant - Criminal Investigation, City of
Jackson; Kyle Spurgeon, President/CEO, Jackson Chamber; Tim Wehner, Rainey, Kizer, Reviere & Bell, P.L.C.; Buddy White, Director of Schools,
Jackson-Madison County School System
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 2

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Leadership Jackson Alumni Association Spotlight
John Myers, LJAA 2013 Board Vice President, Commercial Bank &
Trust Company
John Myers, Vice President of Commercial Bank and Trust Company, is the 2013 Vice President of the
Leadership Jackson Alumni Association board. Myers graduated from Freed Hardeman University with a
Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance) and received his Masters of Business Administration from
the University of Tennessee at Martin.
As Vice President/Loan Officer at Commercial Bank and Trust, Myers is responsible for building loan
and deposit relationships within West Tennessee, advises individuals and businesses on various aspects
of financial planning and is also a founding team member of the de novo Jackson branch of Commercial
Bank and Trust.
Myers has received many certifications, such as State of Tennessee Life Insurance License, Series 6
& 63 designation and is a 2007 Leadership Jackson graduate. Myers is involved in many organizations
within the community. He currently serves as the Treasurer of the Jackson Downtown Development
board. During his career, he has also served as President of the Freed-Hardeman University Advisory
board, President of the Chester County Rotary Club and has helped with the Exchange Club Carl Perkins
Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse. He also served as Vice-Chairperson of the Leadership Jackson
2008 class and Chair of the Leadership Jackson 2009 class.
Myers lives in Jackson with his wife, Katy, and his daughter, Sophie.
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LEADERSHIP
JACKSON
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 3

CHAMBER NEWS
Chamber Announces The Bank of Jackson as New Education Sponsor
The Jackson Chamber is pleased to announce that The Bank of Jackson has agreed to be the sponsor for all education
activities for the 2013 year, including the chamber’s “Partners-in-Education” program. The “Partners-in-Education”
program, which is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year, has approximately 270 business/education
partnerships. Other events included in the sponsorship are the Education Recognition Breakfast, a welcome reception
for the new Jackson-Madison County School System School Superintendent, the Annual Principals Appreciation
Luncheon and any other chamber activities in support of the JMCSS and public education.
“The Bank of Jackson is delighted to have still another opportunity to partner with the Jackson Chamber,” said Gary Grisham, Chairman and
CEO, The Bank of Jackson. “Education is so critical to the welfare of our community. Our investment will continue to grow in value for many years
to come. We are proud to join the chamber and others in this vital effort.”
The Bank of Jackson is involved in many other organizations and events within the community, such as The Jackson Symphony Starlight Symphony,
American Cancer Relay for Life, American Heart Association, Hands Up!, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Habitat for Humanity, Exchange
Club Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse, Arts Council, Jackson Downtown Development Corporation, Miss Tennessee Pageant,
Jackson-Madison County NAACP and Young Life.
“I am so pleased to have the opportunity to partner with The Bank of Jackson to continue to support all the children in the Jackson-Madison
County School System,” said Shirley Jones, Vice President, Public Affairs for the Jackson Chamber. “By sponsoring our education efforts, The Bank
of Jackson is investing in the future of our community in a very real and important way.”
Chamber Emissaries Volunteer Group Selects 2013 Chairperson
Jim Metcalf, Business Systems Manager with Sonoco, was recently selected to be the 2013 chair of the Emissaries volunteer
group. The Emissaries contact members to develop relationships within the chamber. Metcalf has been involved with Emissaries
for 10 years.
“I enjoy working as a chamber volunteer,” Metcalf said. “I have met some great people both within the Emissary group as well
as through the chamber members. These relationships have allowed me to stay connected within the community.”
Lisa Cothran, Manager, Membership Development with the Jackson Chamber, is pleased to have Metcalf as the 2013 Emissaries
chair. “The Emissaries’ work is vital to the chamber,” Cothran said. “This group of volunteers assists the chamber with keeping in
touch with its 1,350 members. The Emissaries connect with existing chamber members to verify their contact information and to
reinforce the importance of chamber membership.”
The Jackson Chamber also has other volunteer groups, including the Ambassadors, also known as the “Red Coats.” Dressed in
their red coats, they attend ribbon cuttings, ground breakings, open houses and grand openings held by chamber members.
“The Emissaries group is just one of the many ways that the chamber keeps abreast of activity in the business community in
order to provide the most relevant and needed services to its members,” Metcalf said.
ABOVE: Jim Metcalf,
Sonoco, will serve as
the 2013 chairperson
for the chamber
Emissaries volunteer
group.
INDUSTRIAL NEWS
PRA’s Jackson Site Continues to Hire
The Jackson Chamber announced Thursday, February 14 that Portfolio Recovery Associates (PRA) has hired approximately 100 people since October
2012, including account representatives, operations managers and IT personnel, and will hire an additional 30 people by March 2013. PRA has
more than 3,000 employees in 10 U.S. states and the United Kingdom, with approximately 440 at its Jackson location.
“We are always looking for people with strong customer service experience,” said Angie Counce, vice president of operations for PRA in Jackson.
“Our company is committed to providing excellent customer service, and we’re proud of our Jackson employees for the quality results they deliver.
“There is a very skilled and motivated labor force in this area, so we have been able to hire people with excellent customer service skills,”
Counce said. “We also have an outstanding facility here with available space for expansion. One of the reasons we invested in this facility is because
of the talented labor pool in Jackson.”
PRA was nationally recognized in 2012 as one of Fortune’s 100 Fastest-Growing Companies. The company also was named as one of Forbes’ Top
25 Best Small Companies in America and one of its 10 Hot Companies Hiring Like Crazy in 2012, and has been annually ranked as one of Forbes’ 100
Best Small Companies since 2007. PRA attributes its success to its employees who work together as a team to deliver the highest levels of quality
and customer service.
“PRA’s hiring is good news for our community,” said City of Jackson Mayor Jerry Gist. “PRA is a strong company and we will always support them
as they continue to grow.”
“I am encouraged to see businesses, like PRA, continuing to hire,” said Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris. “This shows the strength and success
of PRA, as well as the region.”
“PRA Jackson Site Expands” continued on page 5...
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 4

INDUSTRIAL NEWS
Portfolio Recovery Associates Jackson Site Expands
PRA is committed to giving back where its employees live and work. In 2011, PRA supported the Jackson Chamber’s Forward Jackson Campaign,
which helps make Jackson a better place for our employees to raise their families as well as developing long-term benefits for the region.
Through the generosity of its employees, PRA was able to raise more than $13,000 through a program that provides matching funds for employee
donations. PRA made a total campaign investment of nearly $27,000.
To apply for the new positions, visit PRA’s website at www.portfoliorecovery.com and select the “Careers” link.
MEMBER NEWS
First South Bank Announces Promotions
Hunter Simmons, President and CEO of First South Bank recently announced the promotions of two
employees.
Sylvia Spencer-Trammell was promoted to the position of Assistant-Vice President. She has been with
the bank for over 15 years and currently holds a position as a Loan Administrator.
She and her husband, Mark reside in South Jackson. She graduated from Duncan U. Fletcher Senior
High School at Neptune Beach, Florida. The past two years she has participated in the Cultural Exchange
program, hosting exchange students from Japan, Slovakia, Poland and Thailand.
Melanie Luckey has been promoted to the position of Assistant Vice-President. She has been with the
bank for 11 years and currently holds the position of Controller.
She and her husband, Billy, along with their two children, reside in Medina. Melanie graduated from
ABOVE: Melanie Luckey (left) and Slyvia Spencer-Trammell
(right).
Humboldt High School and received her BBA in Finance from Middle Tennessee State University. Luckey is actively involved in the community
through the Jackson Service League, Habitat for Humanity and the American Cancer Society. She is also a member of Antioch Baptist Church in
Humboldt, where she is assistant treasurer and serves on the various committees.
North Side High School Teacher Recognized By VFW As Citizenship Education
Teacher of the Year (9-12 Grades)
The Department of Tennessee, Veterans of Foreign Wars was chosen Chief Master Sergeant R. Wayne Barron, Air
Force Junior ROTC Aerospace Science Instructor at North Side High School, as the Department of Tennessee, Veterans
of Foreign Wars (VFW), Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year (9-12 Grades). Chief Barron was selected for this
award for his work at North Side High School’s Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program where
students become better citizens and leaders. Students have the opportunity to learn and practice basic leadership skills,
while being exposed to military customs and courtesies, military organization, principals of leadership and U.S. flag
etiquette.
Chief Barron teaches Air Force Junior ROTC curriculum of study in Leadership, Air Force Customs and Courtesies, and
Drill and Ceremony to 120 high school students, while he instructs students on how to develop as citizens of character.
Additionally, Chief Barron coaches the drill teams and sports teams for competitions in the greater Mid-South area.
Chief Barron is a former Outstanding Young Man of America and was recognized nationally as the Air Force Junior ROTC
Instructor of the Year, world-wide.
Chief Barron has received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management and is a Distinguished Graduate
from the Noncommissioned Officer Academy. Under the leadership of Chief Barron, North Side’s AFJROTC has received
numerous awards and recognition in Sports Challenge Competition and Drill Team Competition. Since 2008, his cadets
have earned over $1,000,000 in scholarship monies. Chief Barron’s cadets also participate in community service activities
that include serving in the local soup kitchen, writing and delivering Valentine cards to local veteran homes and
performing Color Guard duties at numerous community events.
Chief Barron will be attending the VFW Mid-Winter Conference in Nashville, Tennessee in February, at which he will be formally presented
the award at that time. Chief Barron is a native of Dyer, Tennessee. He entered the Air Force in June 1978 and retired at his present rank July 1,
2008. He has been teaching at North Side for five years.
Have news you want to share with us...
Send us your member news & photos to
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ABOVE: Chief Master
Sergeant R. Wayne Barron
is the Air Force Junior ROTC
Aerospace Science Instructor
at North Side High School.
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 5

Get Connected With: First South Bank
Company name: First South Bank
Address: 1862 Highway 45 Bypass
Phone Number: 731-668-2265
Website: www.1stsouth.com
Established when: 1903
Amount of Employees: 130
About the Company: All traditional banking services, mortgages, investments and insurance.
Chamber Connection: What’s new with your organization
FSB: We are in process of building a new branch located in Thomsen Farms on Union University
branch to open in Summer 2013.
Chamber Connection: What’s helped your organization become successful in our community
FSB: We are a locally owned independent community bank which helps us be more flexible and quicker in our decision making. In addition, customer
service is our number one priority.
Chamber Connection: What does your organization do that most people don’t know about
FSB: We are a one stop shop with mortgages, investments, insurance, etc.
Chamber Connection: What are some recent successes your organization has experienced
FSB: 2012 was a record year for our organization.
Chamber Connection: Do you have any community projects you are involved in
FSB: With 130 employees located all over West Tennessee, we are constantly working on things going on in our communities, such as the American
Cancer Society, American Heart Association, March of Dimes, Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse, Habitat for Humanity and
Jackson-Madison County School System projects.
Chamber Connection: What challenges does your organization face
FSB: I think we face the same challenges as other banks, loan growth.
Chamber Connection: What are some of the future goals of your organization
FSB: We plan to continue our success and growth.
To learn more about First South Bank, visit its website by clicking here.
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 6

NEW MEMBERS: JANUARY 2013
Accurate Communications
John Maddox
1060 Brookfield Rd.
Memphis, TN 38119
(800) 685-6646
www.earglue.com
Category: Marketing
Pentecost & Glenn, PLLC
Brandon O. Gibson
106 Stonebridge Blvd.
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 668-5995
www.pentecostandglenn.com
Category: Attorneys
alley 2 avenue
Whitney Overton
430 Carriage House Dr.
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 300-3999
www.alley2avenue.com
Category: Home Decorative Accessories
Anytime Fitness - Jackson
Michael LaCour
133 W. University Pkwy.
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 695-6100
www.anytimefitness.com
Category: Fitness Clubs
A Plus Insurance & Financial, LLC
Chad Bynum
111 N. Liberty St.
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 427-3696
www.aplusinsurancetn.com
Category: Insurance
Aspen Dental
Charles Harris
1119 Vann Dr.
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 256-3008
www.aspendental.com
Category: Dentist - Dental Care
International House of Pancakes #4441
Walid Ikbarieh
9 Stonebridge Blvd.
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 660-3440
www.ihop.com
Category: Restaurants
McDonnell Insurance
Phillip Wright
85A Stonebrook Place
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 300-2210
www.pwright.mcdonnellins.com
Category: Insurance
Painting with a Twist
Susan Smith
566 A Carriage House Dr.
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 300-4600
www.paintingwithatwist.com/jackson
Category: Art/Art Galleries
Prestige Home Theater, LLC
Franky Neyra
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 394-6223
Category: Audio &/or Video Services & Equipment
Professional Lawn Service
Dennis Peevyhouse
515 Tigg Hopper Rd.
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 695-6643
Category: Lawn Care
ScorePlus Academics
Taylor Stults
P.O. Box 400
Florence, AL 35631
(256) 710-8643
www.scoreplusacademics.com
Category: Education Services
Summit Asset Management, LLC
Sarah Haizlip
5100 Wheelis Dr., Ste. 107
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 729-8100
www.summitassetmanagement.com
Category: Investements & Securities
Telephone Electronics Corporation (TEC)
Allen McGregor
236 East Capitol St.
Jackson, MS 39225
(800) 748-9393
www.tec.com
Category: Telecommunications-Sales, Service & Equipment
Venus De Milo Med Spa, LLC
Misty Yabro
17 Centre Plaza Dr.
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 512-0465
Category: Health & Wellness
Additional Category: Medical Cosmetic Therapy
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 7

RENEWING MEMBERS: JANUARY 2013
Abbay’s
AC Service Company
AccuLab Environmental Services, Inc.
Advanced Spine Institute, PLLC
AFLAC-Hazel Johnson
Aid & Assist at Home, LLC
Aldelano Packaging Corporation
Alexander Thompson Arnold PLLC
Allegra Design . Print . Mail
Allstate-Hughes Insurance Agency
Angie’s Book Attic
ARJ Manufacturing
Ashley Furniture Homestore
Augustine School
Baker’s Rack
BancorpSouth
Bent Tree Golf Club
Best Western Carriage House Inn & Suites
Bethel University
Bill’s Appliance, Inc.
Blue Cross-Blue Shield of Tennessee
Boys & Girls Club of Jackson-Madison
County, Inc.
Bramblett Group
Brownsville Utility Department
Camo Angels
CareAll Home Care Services
Clay Goodrich/Town & Country Inc., Realtors
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Now
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Now
Cox Construction, Inc.
Dale Carnegie Training
DaVita South Jackson
Deaton’s Carpet One Inc.
Delta Faucet Company
Dental Associates, Inc.
Do Dah’s Donuts
DRS Corporate Connections/UT-CLEE
Dugger Promotional Products
Elmcroft of Jackson, Assisted Living &
Memory Care
Eurocars
Foundation Bank
Frankie Plunk Travel Service, Inc.
Franklin American Mortgage Co.
Friendly Frank’s Flea Market - Jackson
Garrett Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc.
Gary A. Taylor Investment Co.
General Shale Brick Inc.
Glory Gymnastics Center
Gold’s Gym
Golden Circle Ford Lincoln
Golden Circle Graphics
Green With Envy Lawn Care Service, LLC
H & M Company, Inc.
Happy Nails 1
Havner’s Frame Shoppe
HCI Supply of Jackson
Health Connect America
Henson Construction Services, Inc.
Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Home Instead Senior Care
Human Technology, Inc.
HydroClean LLC
iDesign Architecture Group, LLC
Indoor ADvantages, Inc.
INSOUTH Bank
Isagenix Health & Wellness
Jackson Energy Authority
Jackson Massage & Day Spa
Jackson Meadow
Jackson Storm Window and Door Co. LLC
Jackson Wilbert Burial Vault
Jackson-Madison County Humane Society
Kiwanis Club of Jackson
Land Office-Realtors
Lawrence Sorensen Funeral Home, Inc.
Legalshield/GoSmallBiz
Manpower West Tennessee
Manufacturer’s Industrial Group
Marriott ExecuStay-Memphis
Martin Industrial Supply
Maxxguard, Inc.
McCowat Mercer Packaging, Inc.
Milan Express Co., Inc.
Mitchell’s Body Shop, Inc.
Modern Telephone Systems
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
Morningside of Jackson Assisted Living
Morton Moving & Storage
New Wave Link
Nordstar Medical Skincare & Laser Center
Panera Bread
Paul Davis Restoration of West Tennessee
Perseus Distribution LLC
Premier Dental Center
Rafferty’s Restaurant & Bar
Rainey Dental Office
Regional Hospital of Jackson
S.M. Lawrence, Inc.
SigNature Boutique Hotel
Soup Du Jour
Spoil Me Rotten
Spragins, Barnett and Cobb, PLC
Sprint/Wireless Direct
Stability Growth Solutions, LLC
State Farm Insurance-Greg Milam
State Farm Insurance-Howard Bond
Stifel Nicolaus
Surplus Warehouse
Taylor’s Jewelry Repair Studio
Tennessee Sports Foundation
Tennessee Technology Center at Jackson
Tennessee Tractor, LLC
The Allison Insurance Group, Inc.
The Jackson Sun
The Jackson Symphony
The Jackson Theatre Guild
The University of Tennessee at Martin,
Jackson Center
Tom Lawlers, Inc.
Tourism Association of Southwest Tennessee
TruGreen Midsouth
Tull Brothers, Inc.
U.S. Silica Company
Union University
Vanick Digital
Walgreens Pharmacy
Watkins Uiberall, PLLC
Watlington Brothers, Inc.
Wesley Jackson Highlands
West Tennessee Business College
West Tennessee Pest Control
West Tennessee Physicians’ Alliance, L.L.C.
West Tennessee Research and Education
Center
West Tennessee Restoration
Wiese USA
Williams Steel Co.
WorkPlace Solutions
Yard Balls
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 8

RIBBON CUTTINGS: JANUARY 2013
9Round
278 Parkstone Place
731-424-5200
www.9round.com
Category: Fitness Clubs
Bail Bond Specialists
444 East Main St.
731-265-1814
www.bailbondspecialists.com
Category: Bail Bonds
Home Instead Senior Care
196 Cheyenne Drive
731-984-7062
www.homeinstead.com/692
Category: Home Healthcare
Ribbon Cutting and Open House at
Student Center Grand Opening
Jackson State Community College
2046 N. Parkway
731-424-3520
www.jscc.edu
Category: Education - Schools & Colleges
RIFA/Regional Inter-Faith Association
133 Airways Boulevard
731-427-7963
www.rifajackson.org
Category: Nonprofit Organization
Ambassadors with Perfect
Attendance
JANUARY 2013:
Karen Ashley, Allegra Print & Imaging
Kathy Canovan, Rodan & Fields
Joyce Corley, FirstBank
Anita Donaldson, West Tennessee
Business College
Sarah Estes, The Jackson Sun
VISIT OUR
CALENDAR AT
WWW.JACKSONTN.COM
TO SEE OUR UPCOMING
RIBBON CUTTING
SCHEDULE!
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 9

ECONOMIC INDICATORS: FEBRUARY 2013
Total Labor Force Dec. ’12 Dec. ‘11 Rate Change Nov. ’12 Nov. ’11 Rate Change
Madison County 48,940 48,150 1.6% 49,010 48,590 0.9%
Jackson MSA 57,180 55,860 2.4% 57,260 56,400 1.5%
(Madison & Chester Counties)
Tennessee 3,129,800 3,099,800 1.0% 3,104,000 3,118,800 -0.5%
United States 154,904,000 153,373,000 1.0% 154,953,000 153,683,000 0.8%
Unemployment Dec. ’12 Dec. ‘11 Rate Change Nov. ’12 Nov. ’11 Rate Change
Madison County 8.0% 8.8% -0.8% 7.2% 9.0% -1.8%
Jackson MSA 8.0% 8.7% -0.7% 7.3% 8.9% -1.6%
(Madison & Chester Counties)
Tennessee 7.6% 8.1% -0.5% 6.9% 8.4% -1.5%
United States 7.6% 8.3% -0.7% 7.4% 8.2% -0.8%
Sales Tax Collected Jan. ‘13 Jan. ‘12 Rate Change Dec. ’12 Dec. ‘11 Rate Change
City of Jackson $3,822,828 $3,682,097 3.8% $3,467,901 $3,424,871 1.3%
Madison County $4,076,849 $3,964,858 1.4% $3,473,753 $3,692,590 1.4%
Building Permits
Residential Jan. ‘12 Jan. ‘11 Dec.'12 Dec. '11
Number Issued 16 10 5 11
Permit Value $3,054,800 $2,410,000 $775,000 $3,182,000
Commercial
Number Issued 14 18 4 12
Permit Value $1,436,569 $2,051,805 $1,116,600 $987,719
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 10

Jackson Chamber Staff Directory
Kyle Spurgeon, President/CEO
kspurgeon@jacksontn.com
Lisa Cothran, Manager, Membership
Development, lcothran@jacksontn.com
Kristy Dorris, Receptionist
kdorris@jacksontn.com
Shirley Jones, Vice President, Public
Affairs, sajones@jacksontn.com
Lori Nunnery, Executive Director,
Jackson Convention & Visitors Bureau
lnunnery@jacksontn.com
Beth Parnell, Manager of Events,
bparnell@jacksontn.com
Judy Renshaw, Sr. Vice President,
Business & Community Services,
jrenshaw@jacksontn.com
Megan Seals, Communications
Coordinator, mseals@jacksontn.com
Brandy Stutsman, Administrative Assistant,
Business Services & West Tennessee Business
Resource Center, bstutsman@jacksontn.com
Carolyn Vaughan, Membership
Development Coordinator,
cvaughan@jacksontn.com
Ryan Porter, Vice President, Strategic
Initiatives & General Counsel,
rporter@jacksontn.com
Joyce Welch, Executive Assistant,
jwelch@jacksontn.com
Mandy White, Vice President,
Economic Development,
mwhite@jacksontn.com
CONNECT
WITH US!
www.jacksontn.com
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 11

For decades, Jackson has connected businesses to success.
Today, we are connected by more than roads, rail and runways –
we connect people at the speed of light.
Jackson is looking ahead as a sustainable city with a growing focus on wellness.
Our hundreds of doctors, specialty centers and pioneering robotics have captured
national attention.
The surprising variety of arts, sports and music is kept vibrant by a growing number of
students and professionals.
The Jackson Chamber invites you to Connect Here.
JACKSON CHAMBER PG. 12