62nd Annual Meeting - Jan. 19 |
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The Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce hosted its 62nd Annual Meeting last week on Thursday, January 19th, 2023 at Cross Creek Country Club. The room was filled with over 260 local business leaders, government leaders, and Chamber of Commerce supporters.
Chris A. Lumsden (Northern Regional Hospital) opened the meeting with a sincere welcome. Chad Tidd (Chick-fil-A Mount Airy) offered a thoughtful prayer before guests enjoyed a classy meal prepared by the wonderful Cross Creek Country Club staff.
Following the meal, Chamber of Commerce leaders Joe Zalescik (Station 1978 Firehouse Peanuts), Connie Hamlin (RidgeCrest), and Lenise Lynch (Hampton Inn) conducted Board of Directors business.
- Lenise Lynch recognized retiring Board of Directors: Brian Johnson (Johnson Granite Inc.), Luke Morrison (Gates Pharmacy), John Philips (State Farm), Steve Yokeley (City Commissioner), Todd Tucker (Formerly, Surry EDP)
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Connie Hamlin passed the Chairman of the Board gavel to Lenise Lynch and Connie was recognized for her dedication and service as the 2022 Chairman
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Lenise Lynch, 2023 Chairman of the Board, directed the induction of the 2023 Board of Directors (listed below).
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Annual Meeting Keynote Speaker
Following the Board of Directors business, Keynote Speaker, Jennifer Mauldin, President & Chief Client Officer of Inmar Intelligence, addressed the crowd with an inspiring presentation on embracing technology, change, and inclusion.
Jennifer shared her experience as a young teenager and daughter of The Crickets bass player, Joe B. Mauldin, and how she played an integral role in Inmar's growth over the past 20+ years.
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2022 Citizen of the Year
After a heartfelt and personal introduction given by Traci George (WorkForce Unlimited and 2021 Citizen of the Year) the 2022 Citizen of the Year was announced and completely surprised!
Dr. Terri Mosley, former Assistant Superintendent of Surry County School, now Retired and Board of Education Member, was surprised when Traci's speech became more and more familiar to her. Seated, with tears in her eyes, she saw her family enter at the back of the room. Traci George reads, "Please stand and join me in congratulating your 2022 Citizen of the Year, Dr. Terri Mosley". As her standing ovation began, Dr. Mosley immediately rushed to the back of the room to hug her surprise guests.
Pictured above: Dr. Terri Mosley (middle) surrounded by her friends and family at the Chamber's 62nd Annual Meeting
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Thank you, Annual Meeting Sponsors! |
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-Diamond Level-
SouthData / OSG
-Citizen of the Year Sponsor-
WorkForce Unlimited
-Platinum Level-
Aprio, LLP
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-Gold Level Sponsors-
Altec Industries
Cooke Rentals
Mitchell's Nursery & Greenhouse
Rusty Rooster Southern Breakfast
Double J Directional Drilling
Petroleum Transport Company, Inc
Luck Stone Corporation
Truist
Tonda Phillips - Allstate Insurance
Duke Energy
Hardy Brothers
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-Silver Level Sponsors-
First Citizens Bank
Hampton Inn of Mount Airy
Unique Background Solutions
13 Bones Restaurant
John L. Gravitte, DDS, PA
Budget Blinds
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New 2023 Board of Directors |
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At the 62nd Annual Meeting the 2023 Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors took an oath of volunteer service.
A special thank you to all who have served and are currently serving on the Board!
Presenting, the 2023 Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors:
Executive Committee
Chair - Lenise Lynch, Hampton Inn Mount Airy
Chair Elect - Fred Steele, Frontier Natural Gas
Vice Chair - Wendy Wood, Surry-Yadkin Electric Membership Corporation
Treasurer - Clay Nowlin, Aprio LLP
Immediate Past Chair - Connie Hamlin, RidgeCrest
Events Chair - Joe Zalescik, Station 1978 Firehouse Peanuts
Membership Chair - Melissa Hiatt, United Fund of Surry
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Directors (continued)
Amanda Fretwell, John L. Gravitte, DDS, PA
Richie Parker, Surry Communications
Hall Roberts, Allegacy Federal Credit Union
Chad Tidd, Chick-fil-A Mount Airy
Jeffrey Trenter, Carport Central
Matthew Wooten, Wayne-Sanderson Farms
Robbie Gardner, Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group
Peter Raymer, Mount Airy Parks & Recreation
Chris A. Lumsden, Northern Regional Hospital
Candace Holder, Surry Community College
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Ex Officio Directors
Jessica I. Roberts, Mount Airy Tourism Development Authority
Chris Knopf, Surry County Manager
Travis Reeves, Surry County Schools
Kim Morrison, Mount Airy City Schools
Stan Farmer, City Manager
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Easy & Affordable Advertising w/ the Chamber of Commerce |
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Did you know you can get an ad on the Chamber of Commerce website for $150 a year? Contrary to traditional advertising prices, that's only $12 / month. Additional website ads in larger sizes and prices are also available.
The Chamber website (mtairyncchamber.org) is a high-traffic website with visitors from within the organization, community members, and tourists. We also provide advertising options through social media and Email Blasts, both of which have above average views / opens / followers.
Drive online traffic to your business website or social media pages and set up advertising with your local Chamber of Commerce!
To get started, contact Chamber Marketing Director, Mallory Smith via Mallory@MtAiryNCChamber.org.
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Interested in becoming a 2023 Autumn Leaves Festival Crafter? Interested Form Available! |
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All creative artists and crafters interested in becoming an Autumn Leaves Festival craft vendor for the 2023 festival are encouraged to submit a Vendor Interest Form to be reviewed by the selection committee.
The Autumn Leaves Festival is a juried craft show and we take pride in our selection process. We want the best of the best to be a part of the festival so festival goers can experience the best crafts and talent from across this region of the United States.
If you are interested, this form is for you! Feel free to share it with someone else who may be interested.
*Interest form is for crafters only; not food vendors.
*Interest form is not an application.
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The Chamber of Commerce is looking for a new President / CEO and Finance Director |
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The Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce is seeking to fill two key roles in the organization; President & CEO (Full-time) and Finance Director (Part-time).
AREVO Group is taking on the important responsibility of filling these positions.
If you or someone you know is interested, the online applications can be found through the links below.
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Chamber of Commerce Events |
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Business After Hours / Game Night
Date: Thursday, January 26, 2023
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Location: Cross Creek Country Club, Mount Airy, NC
Tickets: FREE - Please RSVP
*Appetizers provided and drinks available for purchase.*
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Registration closes tonight at 11:55pm. |
Luncheon - State of the County
Date: Thursday, February 19, 2023
Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm
Location: White Sulphur Springs Venue, Mount Airy, NC
Tickets: $35 (Member-Only Price)
Keynote Speaker: Surry County Manager, Chris Knopf
*Lunch included in ticket purchase*
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Ambassador Recruitment
Date: Friday, January 27, 2023
Time: 9:00am - 10:30am
Location: Cross Creek Country Club, Mount Airy, NC
Tickets: FREE - Please RSVP
*Breakfast provided.*
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Registration closes 1/26 at 11:55pm. |
Future Events
- March 23rd - Excellence in Business Awards at Cross Creek Country Club; 6:30p
- April 12th - Coffee & Connections at Surry County Service Center; 8:30a
- Job Fair, 9a - Date TBA
- May 25th - Chairman's Cup Golf Tournament at PKP; 11a
- June 22nd - Business After Hours at Humble Hare hosted by Mountain Valley Hospice; 5:30p
- July 12th - Taking the Lead: Business Women of Surry Conference at Cross Creek Country Club; 9a
- July 25th - Coffee & Connections at Surry County Service Center; 8:30a
- August 10th - Luncheon, State of the City at White Sulphur Springs; 11:30a
- September 28th - Business After Hours hosted by Xtreme! Marketing; 5:30p
- October 13th - 15th - Autumn Leaves Festival
- November 2nd - Luncheon at Big Creek Lodge; 11:30a
- November 16th - The Granite City Chicken Stew; 11a - 4p
- December 5th - Holiday Gala; 6:30p
- December 14th - Coffee & Connections at Surry County Service Center; 8:30a
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Chamber Member / Community Info. |
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📢 Have an important announcement? Post it here!
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All Chamber members have access to placing an announcement or event advertisement in the Chamber Connects newsletter. This is one of the many FREE benefits of membership. If you would like to place an item in the newsletter, contact Chamber Marketing Director, Mallory Smith via Mallory@mtairyncchamber.org. |
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Surry Community College - Small Business Center |
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Upcoming Free Online Webinars
January 26, 2023, 6pm - 8pm
February 14, 2023, 6pm - 8pm
February 21, 2023, 6pm - 8:30pm
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Superbowl Tailgate, Feb. 4th - The Shepherd's House |
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A message from The Shepherd's House:
Hello friends! The Shepherd's House homeless shelter's annual Tailgate Event is fast approaching. Guess what! This year, through a partnership with AM Fund, the Shepherd's House team is not only providing you the opportunity to attend this fun event - they are taking it a step further - you can "do good" by purchasing your dream vacation during the traditional silent auction the night of the event!! WINNER!
For those of you interested in learning more about these exciting opportunities, please find links to trip information below or head to the event ticket purchase website:
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WPAQ 75th Birthday Celebration, Feb. 4th |
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WPAQ’s 75th Birthday event will once again be held at the Historic Earle Theatre, Saturday, February 4th. Doors will open at 4pm and a free screening of Broadcast: A Man and His Dream, a documentary by Jordan Nance, about the station and Ralph Epperson will begin at 4:30pm. Live music will begin at 5:45 with featured groups; Travis Frye & Blue Mountain, The Country Boys, The Slate Mountain Ramblers, The Nunn Brothers, and Harrison Ridge. The event is free!
Seeking Sponsors
WPAQ is seeking sponsors for this special celebratory event.
Packages are:
10 spots for $160
20 for $280
40 for $500
Sponsorship also includes multiple mentions during the live event.
Contact Kim Gardner at WPAQ for more information or to purchase a sponsorship package. kim@wpaq740.com
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