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JULY 2014

101 Service Drive ▪ Brandon, MS 39042 ▪ (601) 825-2268 ▪ (601) 825-1977 Faxwww.rankinchamber.com

PLATINUM SPONSORSRankin County Board of

SupervisorsRankin First Economic

Development

GOLD SPONSORRiver Oaks Health System: Crossgates River Oaks Hospital; River Oaks Hospital

SILVER SPONSORSBancorpSouth BankFirst Financial ServicesBankPlusCommunity BankErgon, Inc.Renasant BankTempStaff, Inc.Trustmark National Bank

BRONZE SPONSORS Atmos EnergyBank of Forest: Diversified Mortgage

Company; Forest Insurance AgencyBank of Yazoo Brunini, Grantham, Grower

& Hewes, PLLCCabot LodgeCommunity Trust BankCopiah Bank Fred's Super Dollar StoresGrantham Poole CPA'sJackson Healthcare for

WomenKoch Foods of MS, LLCOutlets of MississippiPaul Davis Restoration of

Central MississippiSt. Dominic's Family

Medicine-BrandonSt. Joseph Hospice

Sponsors Continued on Page 3...

NEWSThank you to our

Corporate Sponsors

Program Overview:The Leadership Rankin program, established in 1994, provides current and future leaders a behind-the-scenes look at all aspects of Rankin County. The program begins with a mandatory overnight retreat in August and ends with graduation in May. Each month there is a full one-day session on topics including Education, Healthcare, Public Safety, State and Local Government, Agriculture and Diversity.

Eligibility:The program is open to individuals who have an interest in furthering their knowledge about Rankin County and community leadership and can commit to full participation in the program. Attendance is expected at all sessions.

Tuition:Tuition is $750 and participants are chosen through an application and selection process. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Mandi Arinder at (601) 825-2268 or email [email protected].

(Application is included at the end of this newsletter)

Congratulations Leadership Rankin Graduates 2013-2014!

Interested in ?Leadership APPLICATION DEADLINE ISFRIDAY, JULY 11

Apply for the Leadership Rankin Program!

RANKIN CHAMBER NEWS - July 2014

President Daniel Elliott, BancorpSouth

President-ElectDebbie Blackwell, BankPlus

Treasurer Martin Keil, Trustmark Bank

Secretary Alicia Carpenter, Crossgates River Oaks Hospital

Past President Jerry Moorehead, Community Investment Professionals

AmbassadorsAmanda Fontaine , Mississippi Burn Foundation

Education Carolyn Boteler, TempStaff, Inc.

Elder Services Terri Wood, Richland Economic Development Association

Events Bridget Lowery, BankPlus

Leadership Debbie Blackwell, BankPlus

Marketing Johnny Beck, Community Trust Bank

Membership/Business Development Amanda Fontaine , MS Burn Foundation

VICE PRESIDENTS

2013-2014EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Mandi ArinderExecutive [email protected]

Ashlee ColeyEvents [email protected]

Scottii Mashburn Admin [email protected]

Rosa [email protected]

CHAMBER STAFF

Barbara TravisMarketLynx Consulting

Becky BoydRankin County Circuit Clerk

Bridget HallettHallett Group, LLC

David BroadawayMembers Exchange

Debbie BrinsonCopiah Bank

Derrel PalmerBroadcasting by DP, LLC

Kayla Paul LindseyKPL CPA Firm

Knox RossTown of Pelahatchie

Marcus BowersRankin County News

Marcus CasanoMetropolitan Bank

BOARD OF DIRECTORSRobert DieneltRaymond James

Tammy PhillipsCommunity Bank

Trey JonesBrunini, Grantham, Grower & Hewes, PLLC

Wendy BerryTrustmark Bank

The Mission of the Rankin County Chamber of Commerce is to create an environment which promotes business and education, develops leadership, and enhances the quality of life throughout Rankin County.

Our Mission

Business After Hours:Mississippi Braves at Trustmark Park - June 19thA Multi-Chamber Event


DIAMOND SPONSORS

Diamond Sponsors - Cont'd Page 4...

• Abston Law Firm

• All American Check Cashing

• Approved Document Services, Inc.

• Ben Nelson Golf & Utility Vehicles

• Britches & Boots

• Car Care Clinic - Brandon

• Cartridge World

• Cassatta’s Market & BBQ

• Cellular Sales Verizon Wireless

• CENTURY 21 Maselle & Associates-Ashley McAdory

• Cerami’s Italian Restaurant & Market

• Chick-fil-A at Brandon

• Chimneyville Smokehouse

• Consider It Done

• Cooper Electric Motor Services, Inc.

• Dependable Pest Service, Inc.

• Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

• El Potrillo Mexican Grill of Brandon

• Elliott Law Firm, PLLC

• Exit Realty Of Mississippi

• Fairway Foods, Inc.

• First Baptist Church of Brandon

• Forget Me Nots of Brandon

• Fosters Flooring and Interiors

• Front Gate Realty

• Georgia Blue

• Goodwill Industries of Mississippi

• Hallett Group Marketing

• Hall’s Towing Service, Inc.

• Heart & Soul Diner

• Hermetic Rush Services

• High Velocity, LLC

• Hillard’s Septic & Vacuum Truck Service

• Izzo’s Illegal Burrito

• J. Gerard’s Barber Salon

• Janice Shumaker

• Jonathan Stringer Alfa Insurance

• KeyTrust Properties Paula Ricks, LLC

• KeyTrust Properties Paula Ricks-Rankin

• Magnolia Health Plan

• Massage Envy Spa-Flowood

RC=Ribbon Cutting; GB=Ground Breaking; OH=Open HouseAMB=Ambassadors; LR=Leadership Rankin

L&L=Lunch & Learn; BAH=Business After Hours

“Like” us on Facebook!www.facebook.com/RankinCountyChamber

at a GlanceJuly 1, 8:15 am ��Marketing Committee (Chamber)

July 1, 11:30-1:30 pm��Veteran Celebration (Peach Tree Village, 6100 Old Brandon Rd, Brandon)

July 1, 1:30 pm ��Nominating Committee Meeting (Chamber)

July 2 ��NO July Board Meeting

July 2, 9:00 am ��RC: Tower Loan of Brandon (2155 Hwy 18, Ste D, Brandon)

July 3 ��NO July Events Committee Meeting

July 4 ��Independence Day (Chamber closed)

July 8, 11:30 am ��Membership Committee (Steak Escape, 120 Orleans Way, Brandon) Next to Home Depot

July 10 ��NO July Ambassadors Committee Meeting

July 11, 8:45 am ��Elder Services Committee (Richland Senior Center, 410 E. Harper, Richland)

July 11, 10:00 am ��1st Fridays for Seniors (Richland Senior Center, 410 E. Harper, Richland)

July 11, 1:30 pm ��RC: Salt Dog, LLC (1024 Hwy 471, Ste B, Brandon)

July 17, 10:00 am ��RC: Complete Insurance & Financial (2855 Hwy 80 East, Pearl)

July 23, 10:00 am ��RC/OH: Copiah Bank-Richland (129 Center St, Richland)

July 25, 8:00 am ��Dollars for Donuts (TrustCare Express Medical Clinic, 1645 Government Cove, Brandon)


DIAMOND SPONSORS (cont'd)

• McIntosh & Assoc., LLC, Realtors

• Melissa Ellis, REALTOR-KeyTrust Properties

• Members Exchange

• Mississippi Burn Foundation

• Mississippi HomeCare Brandon

• Mississippi Trophy, LLC

• Mockingbird Marketplace

• Monogram Express

• Morrow Law Firm PLLC

• Mortgage Partners

• Palmer Law Firm

• Peoples Bank

• Pollchaps

• Richland Primary Care Center

• Right Weigh Clinic, LLC

• Safelite AutoGlass

• Sartin Law Firm, PLLC

• SCS Software Consulting Services, LLC

• Soccer Shots Jackson Metro

• Speed Commercial Real Estate

• Staffing Solutions, Ltd.

• Staring Trailer Sales

• Steak Escape of Brandon

• Sweet Peas Boutique

• Table 100

• That Southern Accent Florist

• The Alarm Company, Inc.

• The Dental Wellness Group

• The Elder Law Firm, LLC

• The Game Trailer

• The Home Lending Group, LLC

• The Premier Bride & The Premier Bridal Show

• The Tire Depot - Reservoir

• Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Brandon

• TrustCare Express Medical Clinics

• Tuxedo Junction-Flowood

• University of Phoenix

Save these Dates!Friday,

July 25th

Thursday,Aug 21st

Thursday,Sept 11th

Thursday,Nov 20th

Tuesday,Sept 23rd

The Chamber thrives off of the contributions of our members. The dues that each of you pay is key to the day-to-day running of our offices. However, the volunteer hours that you and your employees offer to us are also instrumental in making our Chamber function properly. Each month this section features Chamber volunteers who have demonstrated extra effort for the month. It is our hope that we will see each of you in this column soon.

Congratulations to The Cirlot Agency, Inc. for being named Member of the Month. Thank you for providing outstanding support and participation to the Rankin County Chamber and the community!

Drip Drop Coffee Shop, LLC provides delicious hot and cold beverages, delectable sandwiches, pastries and superb customer satisfaction. Live music and art also!

Our promise to our customers is that this experience is one that will captivate their thirst and hunger in such a way that will begin a conversation of pleasant customer service, delicious drinks, pastries and ongoing creative events that will transcend into many future generations.

The staff at Drip Drop Coffee Shop, LLC aims to please and delight.

Drip Drop Coffee Shop1055 Hwy 49 South, Suite DRichland, MS 39218(601) 939-0410

CONTACT INFO:Drip Drop Coffee Shop1055 Hwy 49 South, Suite DRichland, MS 39218(601) 939-0410

Chris Hinton, Marketing [email protected]

www.dripdropcs.com

Congratulations Martin!

Ambassador of the Month

Trustmark National Bank106 Government Street, Brandon

(601) 825-1877 www.trustmark.com

Member of the Month

Billboard Spotlight of the Month

Martin Keil(601) 825-1877

[email protected]

SPOT LIGHTMember

The Cirlot Agency, Inc.1505 Airport Road, Flowood

(601) 664-2610www.cirlot.com


Thank You!To our members who renewed their chamber membership in June

All American Check CashingB & C EquipmentBetter Finance Inc.Brandon Public LibraryCentral Mississippi Regional Library SystemChapel Ridge of RichlandCline Tours, Inc.Courthouse Racquet & FitnessCrossgates River Oaks HospitalCrossgates Storage ParkCrosswinds ApartmentsCrye-Leike, RealtorsDarrell’s Auto Electric, Inc.Deep South Custom HomesDiabetes & Endocrine InstituteExpress Employment ProfessionalsFlorence Animal ClinicFlorence Public LibraryFlowood R/C Indoor ParkGarrett & Garrett, PCGentiva Home HealthIrl Dean Rhodes McIntosh & Assoc., LLC, RealtorsMelissa Ellis, REALTOR-KeyTrust PropertiesMembers ExchangeMudbugs Crawfish and CateringNorthwest Point Reservoir LibraryPatrick Farms Golf ClubPatterson & Thibodeaux, P.A.Paul Davis Restoration of Central Mississippi

Pleasant SmilesRanco Automatic TransmissionRankin Children’s Group, PLLCRankin County Baptist Association and Crossroads Counseling CenterRevell Hardware and Supply GroupRiver Oaks Health SystemRobert R Williard, Attorney At LawSam’s Club #4790 - PearlSleep Inn - FlowoodSomnus Sleep ClinicSouthern Beverage Company Inc.Spotswood Law Firm, P.A.Sta-Home Health & HospiceSue Wilkinson Real Estate, LLCThe AC DoctorsThe Burgess Group, PAThe Clark Group Insurance Inc/Nationwide InsuranceThe Dental Wellness GroupThe Nursing Home MinistryThe Salvation Army-Jackson Metro AreaTim Sanders Builders LLCTom Rhoden, Attorney at LawTractor Supply CompanyTravelPlanners LLCTyco Integrated SecurityUnited Way of the Capital Area, Inc.Upton-Neal Interiors-PearlWalters Power Equipment

The Chamber encourages all members to conduct business with each other. The new and renewing members listed here have made an important investment in their businesses and their professional careers by being a member of the Rankin County Chamber.

Please consider them for your personal and professional needs. When you do, let them know you learned of their business through the Chamber!

Welcome!

We Appreciate Our Members!

NEW MEMBERSFirst Liberty Financial Mortgage

Signmark, Inc.

NEW DIAMONDTrustCare Express Medical Clinics

We want to hear from YOU!

We are proud to offer members the ability to post press releases on our website!

Go to www.rankinchamber.com; click MEMBER LOGIN and follow the prompts to post press releases, job openings or special offers. You may also email the information to [email protected].

Forgot your login or password?

Click the “Forgot Password” link and enter your email address. Your password will be reset and sent to you in an email.

Call the chamber office at (601) 825-2268 if you have any questions.

WHAT’S NEW ?WITH YOU?New Staff?

Job Openings?Late Breaking News?

June Ribbon CuttingsJune 3, 2014

Ribbon Cutting

Peach Tree Village Memory Care Center6100 Old Brandon Rd, Brandon

(601) 933-1100

June 17, 2014Ribbon Cutting/Open House

The Blake at Flowood350 Town Center Way, Flowood

(601) 345-2202

June 10, 2014Ribbon Cutting

Junior Auxiliary of Rankin County(601) 278-4668

[email protected]

A ribbon cutting is a great way to introduce your business to the community and your fellow Chamber members. Ribbon Cuttings are available to new members who have paid their dues in full and for existing members who have relocated, expanded, had major renovations or those who have changed ownership or under new management.

Please call the Chamber Office (601.825.2268) at least 2-3 weeks in advance to schedule your event.

Celebrate with a Chamber Ribbon Cutting!


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LEADERSHIP RANKIN 2014-2015 Confidential Application

Deadline: 4:00 pm Friday, July 11, 2014

Please make sure all pertinent information is included on this form.

Date: __________________________

Name: ___________________________________________ Sex: ____ M ____ F Race: _______

First Name or preferred nickname: ___________________________________________________

Present Employer: _________________________________________________________________

Date of Birth: ______________________ Place of Birth: ________________________________

Home Address: __________________________________________________________________

City: __________________________________________ State: _________ Zip: ______________

E-mail Address: ___________________________________ Cell __________________________

Can you receive text messages? _____ Yes ______ No Cell carrier: _____________________

Spouse Name: _____________________________________ Children: _____________________

Length of residency in Rankin County: ________________________________________________

Include high school, college, business or trade schools and/or specialized training:

School City/State Dates Attended Degree Major

PERSONAL INFORMATION

EDUCATION

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Present Employer: ________________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: _______________________________________ Phone: ______________________

Website: ________________________________________________________________________

Title or Responsibility: ________________________________ Start Date: __________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Previous Employment: (Account for all significant employment, including military active duty).

Employer Title or Responsibility DatesFrom To

Please list community civic, professional, business, religious, social, athletic, or other organizations of which you have been a member.

Organization From To Official Position Held

Special Honors or Awards: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Elected Public Offices (include dates of terms of office): _______________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

How much time each month do you commit to community, civic, professional and other organization

activities? ______________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

EMPLOYMENT

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

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What do you consider to be your most notable achievement to date?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

List any information, which has not been discussed above that you feel would be helpful to the selection committee: ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What do you feel to be the most significant problems facing the Rankin County area? (Limit three)

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What do you feel are the most notable opportunities that Rankin County has to offer? (Limit three)

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

List any special needs (physical, dietary, etc) that should be considered:

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

This application has the full approval of this firm and the applicant has our full support, which includes the time required to participate in the program, and (if agreed), includes paying his or her tuition. We understand that not all applicants can be accepted for this program in any given year, and that all applications are held confidential.

Firm: ________________________________________________________________________

Name: _________________________________ Signature: ____________________________

Title: ___________________________________ Date: _______________________________

GENERAL INFORMATION

EMPLOYER COMMITMENT

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I understand the purpose of the Leadership Rankin program and, if I become a participant, will devote the time and energy necessary to make it a successful experience. I have the full support of my employer for the time required to participate. I will be able to attend all sessions and understand that two absences will result in removal from the program. I understand that the tuition fee must be paid in full prior to the retreat and will not be refundable at any point after the retreat. I also understand that my submission of this application does not guarantee my acceptance into the program.

Applicant Signature: _________________________________ Date: _____________________

SUBMIT COMPLETED APPLICATION & 2 LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO:

Mail To: Deliver To: Rankin County Chamber of Commerce Rankin County Chamber of Commerce P O Box 428 101 Service Drive Brandon, MS 39043 Brandon, MS 39042

DEADLINE: 4:00 pm Friday, July 11, 2014

All applications are subject to confidential evaluation. Applicants selected will be notified by letter.

Tuition for the Leadership Rankin Program is $750 and must be paid by the opening retreat. Tuition covers the cost of the retreat, all class materials, refreshments, meals and the graduation luncheon for you and a guest.

A limited number of need-based partial scholarships are considered on a case by case basis for applicants who are self-employed or work for non-profit organizations or companies with limited financial capacity.

_____ I will need scholarship assistance. Amount requested: $____________

Reason for request: ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

APPLICANT COMMITMENT

TUITION & SCHOLARSHIPS

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LEADERSHIP RANKIN A program of the Rankin County Chamber of Commerce

APPLICATION PROCEDURE 1. Applications for the Leadership Rankin Program are requested from individuals interested in participating.

2. Applications are reviewed and a committee selects participants. The number of participants is limited to approximately 24 in order to encourage maximum personal participation. Efforts are made to balance participants according to business, professions, geography, race, and sex.

3. Tuition for the program is $750 and must be paid by the opening retreat. Tuition covers the cost of the retreat, all class materials, refreshments, meals and the graduation luncheon for you and a guest.

4. Applications will be accepted through 4:00 pm Friday, July 11, 2014

5. Applications should be printed in ink or typed and should include as much information as possible.

6. By submitting an application to the program, the applicant is indicating his/her willingness and his/her ability to attend all sessions. Leadership Rankin begins with a skill building retreat at Twin Lakes Camp & Conference Center. In addition to the retreat, there will be a minimum of six monthly sessions each lasting a full day.

7. Applicants must submit at least two letters of recommendation with this application.

8. Participants, divided into teams, will be involved in a project to improve or enhance the quality of life in Rankin County. Participants must be willing to commit the necessary time to the project phase of the program. The schedule for the project work is determined by the participants.

9. Applicants must be a resident of Rankin County or work in Rankin County.

10. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST A complete application consists of the following items:

This completed form

Two letters of recommendation

$30 Adults* ▪ $20 Students ▪ $10 under 12 *Group Discount for 10 or more Adults: $25 each

Rankin Glow Run 5K Run/WalkThursday, November 20, 2014 - 6:00 pm Run startShiloh Park, Brandon MS

<< Complete form below and mail with payment or Register Online at RankinGlowRun.eventbrite.com >>

Registration Form

deadline to register:online: Friday, November 14th - 1:00 pmday of race: 5:30 pm at Shiloh Park

entry Fees: $30 Adults (over 18) *$20 Students (12-18)$10 Children (under 12)

*Group Discount for 10 or more adults: $25 each (group must register & pay at the same time as a team to receive discount)

CHeCK in & raCe start:Check in: 4:45 pm -5:45 pm day of raceRace Start: 6:00 pm 5K run begins; Walkers immediately after

raCe PaCKet PiCK UP:Pick up Race Packets 2 days in advance (November 18th & 19th) at Rankin County Chamber of Commerce, 101 Service Drive, Brandon MS 39042 or on race day from 4:45 pm-5:45 pm near the Concession Stand in Shiloh Park

CoUrse: The race will start and finish at Shiloh Park in Brandon. Course runs through the park and Belle Oak subdivision.

amenities: Each runner will receive a Glow Run T-shirt and their very own glow “swag”!

raCe Coordinator:Rankin County Chamber of Commerce101 Service DriveBrandon, MS 39042(601) 825-2268 [email protected]

maKe CHeCKs Payable to:Rankin County ChamberP O Box 428Brandon, MS 39043

To pay with credit card over the phone, please call chamber at (601) 825-2268

or register & pay online at rankinglowrun.eventbrite.com

Make additional copies of this form as needed

is tHis a groUP oF 10 or more? Yes No (if yes, group discounts apply)

team name _______________________________________ (if applicable)

aWards &

age groUPs

male & FemaleOverall Best Time in each Age Division

Male & FeMale - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place0-19 • 20-29 • 30-39 • 40-49 • 50+

Waiver: In consideration of acceptance of this entry, I waive any and all claims for myself and my heirs against officials or sponsors of the Rankin Glow Run 5K for injury or illness which may directly or indirectly result from my participation. I further acknowledge that I am in proper condition to participate in the event.

_________________________________________ _______________Signature (Parent or Guardian must sign if under18) Date

PartiCiPant 1: 5K rUn.... Adult Student Child 5K WalK... Adult Student Child

Name: _______________________________________________________Email: _________________________________ Phone: _______________Age at date of Race: ______ Male Female T-Shirt size: ___________





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