Lebanon Wilson Chamber of Commerce Blog

Keith Edmonds Foundation hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony sponsored by BankTennessee conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce on September 19th at 5:00 p.m.

Keith Edmonds was joined by Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board Jud Nave, Chamber of Commerce President Melanie Minter and Chamber Ambassadors and Staff.

Their new location at 155 Legends Dr. Suite N. Lebanon, TN, 37087.

The Keith Edmonds Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created to empower and assist children who have become victims of child abuse and neglect, as well as adult survivors of child abuse.

For more information visit www.keithedmondsfoundation.org.

Beauty Boutique hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony sponsored by BankTennessee conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce on September 15th at 3:30 p.m.

Necole Bell was joined by Lebanon Mayor Bernie Ash, Chamber of Commerce President Melanie Minter and Chamber Ambassadors and Staff.

Beauty Boutique’s newly renovated location at 107 Signature Pl. Lebanon, TN, 37087.

For more information visit www.facebook.com/beautyboutiquetn or www.beautyboutiquetn.com.

3:Sixteen hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony sponsored by BankTennessee conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce on September 6th at 3:16 p.m.

Mandy Winfree and Amber Cowan were joined by Chamber of Commerce President Melanie Minter and Chamber Ambassadors and Staff.

3:Sixteen location is at 108 East Main Street in Lebanon. 3:Sixteen is a new boutique on Lebanon's Historic Square.

For more information visit their Facebook.

The Beauty Room hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony sponsored by BankTennessee conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce on August 17 at 3:30 p.m.

Toni Ann Moss was joined by Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board Jud Nave, Chamber of Commerce President Melanie Minter, and Chamber Ambassadors and Staff.

The Beauty Room specializes in skin and hair care with a boutique included. They're located at 365 S. Hartmann Dr. Suite 100 in Lebanon.

For more information visit www.facebook.com/thebeautyroomtn

Lebanon Special School District opened their new administrative office building on July 25th. The new building is located at 397 N. Castle Heights Ave, Lebanon. Scott Benson was joined by many members of the LSSD staff and community. Also by Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board Jud Nave, Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President Melanie Minter and Chamber Ambassadors and Staff.

Smile Solutions of Lebanon hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony sponsored by BankTennessee conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce on June 29 at 4:00 p.m.

Tim Pfountz, DDS was joined by Chamber Chairman of the Board Jud Nave, Chamber of Commerce Vice President Andrea Wilke, Chamber Ambassadors and Staff.

Smile Solutions of Lebanon location is at 335 S. Hartmann Dr, Lebanon, TN, 37087.

For more information visit www.smilelebanon.com

Phoenix Physical Therapy hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony sponsored by BankTennessee conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce on June 13 at 5:00  p.m.

Dr. Roy Terry, Dr. Martha George, and Dr. John Tullos were joined by Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board Jud Nave, Chamber of Commerce President Melanie Minter, Chamber Ambassadors and Staff.

"We are proud to serve the Middle Tennessee area and aspire towards providing the best orthopedic treatment and healthcare management available. Our compassionate team-oriented staff is dedicated to you, your needs and your recovery experience with us."

Phoenix Physical Therapy location is 101 Physicians Way, Suite 115., Lebanon, TN, 37087

For more information visit www.tennesseeorthopedics.com

The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce Annual Membership Meeting & Awards Celebration was held February 2, 2017 at the new Wilson County Exposition Center.  Members were welcomed by Chamber Ambassadors, staff and Board of Directors. Annual awards were presented to local businesses, organizations and community leaders.

Those recognized at the annual membership meeting and awards celebration were:

  Business Person Of The Year –  Bob Black

   Industrialist Of The Year –Manheim - Sam Chaple

   Corporate Friend Of Education –   Chick-Fil-A : Carlton Beall

   Friend Of Education –  Cumberland University

   Tapped By Tourism –  Tony Bates

   The Lebanon Wilson County Sports Council Award -  Ron Pavan

   Ambassador Of The Year – Betty Fleming

   Volunteer Of The Year – Diana Cavender

Retailer Of The Year –  Ed & Glenda Riley

The Cedar Tree Awards Were Established In 1983 By The Beautification Committee Of The Chamber Of Commerce To Encourage And Recognize Property Owners Or Leaseholders Who Excel In Preserving Or Improving The Physical Environment Of Wilson County. Those recognized for 2017 are:

1.            The Best new professional or commercial building, completed this year: Tennessee Orthopedics

2.            The Best structure converted to a commercial use or significant structural addition or  restoration of a commercial or professional building completed this year: Cumberland Animal Hospital

3.            The Best improvement of land usage to enhance the areas aesthetic or quality of life completed this year:  The Wilson County Exposition Center

4.            The Best restoration or preservation of a historical site:  Venue 142

Special Awards were presented to Dr. Jim Newman for newly renovated offices at  Newman Dental & Associates and Bates Ford for their newly Renovated showroom and service department.

Special Recognition were given to First United Methodist Church for their Columbarium and Memorial Garden. A visible sign of the church caring for it’s members from birth until eternal life.

Julie Wilson and Heather at Body Kneads, Etc. were recognized for  winning the Rising Star Award.  Body Kneads has been a proud member of the Lebanon Wilson Chamber since 2010. The Rising Star award is given annually by the Tennessee Small Business Development Center to the company that best exemplifies not only business success, but an outstanding working relationship with the TSBDC and use of the services it provides.

The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce celebrates your success!

The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce was proud to join the Mt. Juliet Chamber at 2:29 p.m. on Feburary 29 for a groundbreaking ceremony at what will be the location of the Mt. Juliet Chamber's new office location.

Wilson County CASA hosted a Business Card Exchange at their office, located at 111 Castle Heights Avenue. CASA Volunteer Coordinator Lauren Smith and Director Cathey Sweeney (pictured above) welcomed the group in attendance, described the CASA program, and concluded with an invitation to a pancake breakfast on March 12 to benefit the volunteer-based child advocacy program.

The 2016 Membership Meeting and Awards Celebration took place at The Mill at Lebanon on the evening of February 9. The format of the night was different than years past, beginning with a more intimate awards ceremony prior to the larger banquet. The celebration concluded in true party style, with the Blues Brokers performing live music for the last hour of the night.

“We are not afraid of working above and beyond. In fact, that is what defines us.” — Brian Cleary

This quote by Cleary, a teacher in the Evergreen Public Schools in Vancouver, Washington, perhaps best describes a new honor being bestowed on a teacher each month by Wilson County Schools and the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.

Owners and staff of Adrenaline Bar & Grill were joined by Chamber staff and representatives and City of Lebanon officials for a ribbon cutting ceremony at their restaurant, located at 200 Maddox Simpson Parkway, Suite A on Thursday, February 11.

Chamber representatives, local officials, and community members joined the owners and staff of Vibe Auto for a ribbon cutting at the newly-opened car lot on Monday, February 8.

The Chamber's Economic Development Committee hosted a Lunch & Learn featuring TN Commissioner of Economic Development Randy Boyd on Thursday, January 28 at the Lebanon Golf & Country Club.

Local officials along with Chamber and community members attended a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, January 29 at the site of the Lebanon Municipal Airport's new terminal.

On Wednesday, January 27, members of the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce staff joined new Chamber member Rockie Williams Dodge-Chrysler-Jeep-Ram as ground was broken at the future home of the company's new dealership.

The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Renewal Recognition reception on Thursday, January 21, 2016. We appreciate our new members and those who have recently renewed!

On Wednesday, January 13, Hartmann Factory Store, located at 1303 West Baddour Parkway, held a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.

Edward Jones Financial Advisor John Lankford held a grand opening and ribbon cutting at his new branch location on Tuesday, January 12, 2016.