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A-Squared Realty & Auction Ribbon Cutting & Business After Hours

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A-Squared Realty & Auction hosted a Business After Hours during the Grand Opening of its new office in Wilson County. The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce conducted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at the event.

Pictured with A-Squared Realty & Auction CEO AJ Stafford, Realtor and COO Adrian Kelley is Kimberly Ivery, Director of Operations & Strategy, and their outstanding team of agents. Surrounding the A-Squared teams are friends, family and community supporters. City of Lebanon Mayor Rick Bell, Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, VP Membership & Finance Andrea Wilke, Chamber Board of Directors, Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.

Wilson County is growing rapidly, and A-Squared Realty & Auction’s specialized services are helping shape the area’s future, providing innovative solutions to home buyers, sellers and businesses alike.

The Business After Hours was filled with drinks, delicious refreshments and great conversation. With a packed-house of local professionals, it was the perfect opportunity for new members to introduce themselves and forge valuable connections. We love seeing our members come together and build strong professional relationships.

An amazing variety of door prizes provided by local businesses and stakeholders were awarded throughout the evening. The Chamber Pot drawing was valued at $275, with Pinnacle Financial Partners – Jeff Porter was drawn as the winner. Remember, you must be present to win! but with no representatives present to claim the prize, the Chamber Pot will now roll over to $300 for our next Business After Hours. Remember: You must be present to win!

A-Squared Realty & Auction is located at 704 Cadet Ct, Lebanon, TN 37087

Ribbon Cuttings are sponsored by Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Lyn Williams

A huge thank you to everyone who attended, and we can’t wait to see you at the next Business After Hours!

First Presbyterian Church of Lebanon Columbarium Dedication & Ribbon Cutting

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First Presbyterian Church of Lebanon hosted a Columbarium Dedication ceremony. The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce conducted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony following the dedication.

Reverend Sherard Edington led the dedication ceremony for the church’s new columbarium — a sacred space for the cremated remains of beloved church members. The columbarium provides a peaceful and respectful place for families to honor their loved ones. The vision for the columbarium began in 2019, when the church recognized the need for such a space to meet the growing needs of our congregation. A dedicated committee was formed to explore the project. Hal Bone, a church member and the owner of Horizon Construction, helped in bringing the vision to life — making the construction process a reality.

Pictured with Reverend Sherard Edington are members of the columbarium committee and members of First Presbyterian Church of Lebanon. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, Board of Directors, Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.

The columbarium committee includes: Pat Bone, Suanne Bone, Jane Hay, Wayne Patton, Jim Stueck, Margaret Ann Trail, Van Turner, Caroline Walker, Allen Vance, and Reverend Sherard Edington.

Chamber’s Mural Unveiling

Written by Lebanon Wilson Chamber Marketing on . Posted in Chamber Blog, Chamber Key Events.

On Friday, November 1, the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce proudly unveiled a new mural at the corner of East Main Street and South College Street (114 East Main Street). This artwork commemorates our 100-Year Anniversary and represents our mission: to coordinate the talents and energies of business, industry, and individuals to make Wilson County a better place to live, work, and raise a family. The mural showcases our mission through imagery depicting the Chamber’s seven Divisions — illustrating how each contributes to our community and encouraging our members to “Connect. Grow. Belong.”

A special thank you to the talented Kim Waddle Gregg, who painted this mural. Kim shared that while working on the project, she had the pleasure of meeting many people, including visitors to our wonderful town. She enjoyed learning about how the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce supports its members and local businesses.

Thank you to Kenny & Kellie O’Connell Sallis of Sallis Realty Group and Derrick & Jesse Fish for graciously allowing the Chamber to use their building for this mural. We would also like to thank City of Lebanon, TN Mayor Rick Bell, Lebanon’s Historic Preservation Commission, Lebanon City Council and Wilson County Convention & Visitor’s Bureau for their support and guidance throughout this project.

During the unveiling, Jason Johnson, Director of the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit WilCo) and mural sponsor, spoke about the local art initiative. He shared that in 2020, Visit WilCo embarked on an exciting journey into the arts called Paint WilCo, with the goal of installing 10 murals throughout Wilson County by the end of that year. Johnson reported that Wilson County has far exceeded that initial goal, and the county continues to be positively impacted by this initiative.

We are proud to be a part of Lebanon and Wilson County for 100 years, and we look forward to the future as we continue to serve our community. We invite everyone to visit the mural, take pictures and celebrate this milestone with us! Our hashtag for the year is #LebChamber100 — please use this when posting pictures of the mural, along with #PaintWilCo, so we can see the faces of the community we love so much!

Randall Hutto, Wilson County Mayor; City of Lebanon Mayor Rick Bell; and City of Lebanon Economic Development Director Sarah Haston are pictured with Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter and Andrea Wilke – VP Membership & Finance. Chamber Board of Directors pictured include 2024 Chair of the Board – Ja’Rob Coggins, Past Chair – Wes Dugan Clu Lutcf, Membership Division Vice-Chair & Chair-Elect – Ian Isbell, Greg Butler – Board Treasurer, Education Division Vice-Chair DeJeay Woods, Sports Council Vice-Chair – Phillip Vance, James Neuble, Cory McDonald and Kenny Sallis. Chamber Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.

The Village Play Place Ribbon Cutting

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On Tuesday, October 22 the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce conducted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at The Village Play Place.

At its core, The Village Play Place was created to offer space for five important things: for kids, for parents, for celebrations, for education and for relevance. A space that is safe for kids to play, learn and, frankly, just be kids. A space for the parents to find support, other same-stage families to go through life with and feel connected to their community.

The Village Play Place is located at 703 S Cumberland St., Suite C-1, Lebanon, TN

Pictured with The Village Play Place owners Corey & Misty Shadd are staff, friends and community supporters. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, Chamber Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.

Ribbon Cuttings are sponsored by Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Lyn Williams

Heads Up Hair Salon Ribbon Cutting

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Heads Up Lebanon hosted a Ribbon Cutting Tuesday, October 8. The ceremony was conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.

Heads Up Hair Salon offers a wide variety of haircare service, lash extensions, and more — all while maintaining the small-town charm that makes Lebanon so special. Lauren Foye, owner of Heads Up Hair Salon, purchased the business in 2023. As a resident of our growing community, Lauren saw this as an opportunity to bring her passion for the beauty industry to life. Lauren and her team of stylists believe that cutting your hair may be easy — but matching the style with your personality requires experts like them! Their dedication to understanding each client’s unique style is what sets them apart!

Pictured with Lauren Foye is her talented team of stylists — Jess, Kimberly and Trish. Many friends, family and clients were present to celebrate Heads Up. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, Chamber Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.

Heads Up Hair Salon is located at 344 S Cumberland St, Lebanon, TN 37087

Ribbon Cuttings are sponsored by Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Lyn Williams

Business Before Hours event at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lebanon

Written by Lebanon Wilson Chamber Marketing on . Posted in Chamber Blog, Chamber Key Events.

We kicked off Thursday’s workday with a fantastic Business Before Hours event at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lebanon! Guests enjoyed a delicious complimentary breakfast while networking with fellow Chamber members in a relaxed environment.

These events offer a great way to connect, and today was no exception! With a packed-room, it was a wonderful opportunity for new members to introduce themselves and share more about their businesses. We love seeing our members come together and build strong professional relationships.

Today’s Chamber Pot drawing was valued at $250, with Cumberland University was drawn as the winner. Unfortunately, no representatives were present to claim the prize, which means the Chamber Pot will now increase to $275 for our next event! Remember, you must be present to win!

A big thank you to Holiday Inn Express & Suites for hosting, providing fantastic door prizes for our members, and for your active involvement in the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce since 2008! We appreciate everyone who attended, and we look forward to seeing you at our next Business Before/After Hours networking event!

The Black Sheep Cafe & General Store Ribbon Cutting

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The Black Sheep Cafe & General Store hosted a Ribbon Cutting on Tuesday, September 17, at their store located inside The Mill at Lebanon. The ceremony was conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.

This cozy new spot offers a delicious lunch menu and sells a variety of chocolates, coffees and unique goods from local vendors. With its warm and inviting ambiance, The Black Sheep Cafe & General Store is perfect to gather for lunch, catch up with friends or even rent for small events.

Pictured with owners April and Michael Foster are friends, family and staff. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, VP Membership & Finance Andrea Wilke, Chamber Ambassadors and representatives were also pictured.

Ribbon Cuttings are sponsored by Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Lyn Williams

Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the Chamber’s Replica Building

Written by Lebanon Wilson Chamber Marketing on . Posted in Chamber Blog, Chamber Key Events, Ribbon Cuttings.

The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce kicked off Day 2 of the Wilson County Fair – TN State Fair with a Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the Chamber’s Replica Building, located in Fiddlers Grove Historic Village of Tennessee. Fiddlers Grove holds over 60 buildings that tell a story about Lebanon and Wilson County. The ceremony was conducted by Chamber President & CEO Melanie Minter and 2024 Chairman of the Board, Ja’Rob Coggins.

Randall Hutto, Wilson County Mayor signed and proclaimed August 16, 2024 as Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce Day in Wilson County, on behalf of citizens, and thanked the Chamber for 100-years of dedicated service.

The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce was chartered on September 5, 1924, by 60 businessmen who wanted to form an organization for the betterment of their community. The Chamber has grown tremendously under the direction of 100 Presidents, 21 Board Members, 7 Divisions and 5 staff members. The Chamber’s mission is to coordinate the talents and energies of business, industry, and individuals to make Wilson County a better place to live, work, and raise a family. Our vision is to foster an environment in which a unified Wilson County can realize a prosperous future.

In celebrating the Chamber’s 100th anniversary, earlier this year, several past Presidents and Chairmen graciously donated to fund this project. We are humbled by the amount of support from so many of you that have been a part of our 100-year celebration.

Guests included City of Lebanon, TN Mayor Rick Bell, TN State Representative Clark Boyd, Wilson County Promotions President Randall Clemons, Fiddlers Grove Board President Pat Ryan, Director of the James E. Ward Agricultural Center Josh Majors, several Past Presidents, Building Contributors, 2024 Ole Timers, 4-H and FFA representatives, Chamber Ambassadors and members. This building represents our Chamber, members, businesses, volunteers and our community. We are proud to promote and serve you.

We would like to extend a special thank you to the following Past Presidents, Chairmen & Chairwomen of the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce:

  • Ed Callis
  • Bill McDowell
  • Jerry Franklin
  • Randall Clemons
  • David Foutch
  • James Mills
  • Ken Howell
  • Patricia Bone
  • Mark Lee
  • Jackie Gaither
  • Bob McDonald
  • Bob Lee
  • Barry Tatum
  • John C. McDearman III
  • Ken Caldwell
  • Eric Thompson
  • Dr. Paul C. Stumb
  • Becky Jennings
  • John Lancaster
  • Paul Jewell
  • Chris Crowell
  • Rick Smith
  • John Bryan
  • John Bradshaw
  • Scott Jasper
  • Jud Nave
  • JB Owens
  • Necole Bell
  • Greg Butler
  • Jeff Peterson
  • Curt Baker
  • Wes Dugan

Additional thank you to:

  • JB Owens, Past Board Chairman, for his building design. There is a framed copy inside the building.
  • 2004 Chairman of the Board John McDearman, who was instrumental in reaching out to past Chairmen for funding pledges.
  • 1984 Chairman of the Board Randall Clemons, Fiddlers Grove Foundation and The Wilson County Ag Management committee for assisting the Chamber in securing the perfect location for the building.
  • Ian Isbell and Greg Butler for their time, dedication and helping to oversee the building progress.

We gratefully acknowledge the following for their contributions:

  • 615 Outdoor Living
  • Bentley’s Air Conditioning- Mt. Juliet
  • Bone & Associates- Hal Bone
  • Brad Vanhook
  • Collins Construction – Dalton Collins
  • Exterior Wholesale Supply
  • F & M Bank
  • Fakes & Hooker
  • Horizon Construction & Development- Danny Harmon
  • Horizon Construction & Development- Jacob White
  • iFoam of Mt. Juliet- Scott Stone
  • Image 360 Lebanon
  • S & H Framing – Jason Sparks & Greg Holbrook
  • Jewell & Jane Co.
  • Joey Jane Bradshaw, Past Board Member
  • The Ian Isbell Family
  • Jewell Painting – Paul Jewell
  • Jewell Signs
  • Middle Tennessee Electric
  • Nashville Flooring Interiors Inc.,
  • Old Timey Stone Work
  • P. Fritz Wilke
  • Thompson Electric
  • Tim Leeper Roofing
  • Volunteer Landscaping – Jimmy Chaffin

Habitat for Humanity ReStore Ribbon Cutting

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Exciting news for Wilson County! Habitat for Humanity ReStore of Wilson County hosted a Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening at its brand new location on July 16. The ceremony was conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.

ReStore Director – Jennifer Keaton and Jeff Bennett, Director of Regional Operations for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville are pictured with ReStore staff, board members and supporters. City of Lebanon, TN – Government Mayor Rick Bell, Tennessee State Representative Clark Boyd, Senator Mark Pody, and Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter are pictured. Chamber Ambassadors, representatives and staff are also pictured.

Following the ceremony, guests had the opportunity to be the first to shop at the new ReStore.

Habitat ReStores are independently owned reuse stores operated by local Habitat for Humanity organizations. ReStores accept donations and sell a constantly changing inventory of diverse, high-quality merchandise to the public at a fraction of the retail price, while diverting reusable household items and building materials from area landfills. The sales from donated items help Habitat for Humanity partner with local families to build, rehabilitate and repair safe and affordable homes.

Habitat for Humanity ReStore of Wilson County is located at 200 Granville Drive, Lebanon, TN 37090

Ribbon Cuttings are sponsored by Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Lyn Williams

Chamber Celebrates 100th Member Visit with Friends of Cedars of Lebanon State Park!

Written by Lebanon Wilson Chamber Marketing on . Posted in Chamber Blog.

Earlier this year our Chamber and Ambassadors embarked on a journey to visit 100 members in 100 business days, to celebrate our 100th anniversary. We are happy to announce that we have officially completed our goal at the beautiful Cedars of Lebanon State Park. Completing our 100th visit with such an amazing organization makes this achievement even more special. This huge milestone is another testament to the diverse community we serve.

Friends of Cedars of Lebanon State Park is a non profit volunteer organization that was founded in 2014. Their mission is to promote conservation and education in support of the Park and to assist its efforts to preserve and protect the many natural, cultural and scenic features. Thank you to Ranger Sarah Geeslin, Friends of Cedars of Lebanon President Renee Morris and staff for allowing us to stop by!

Cedars of Lebanon State Park is located in Wilson County and is surrounded by the Cedars of Lebanon State Forest. The park is named for eastern red cedar trees found throughout the area. The trees reminded early American settlers of the famed Biblical cedar forests that thrived across Mount Lebanon in what is now the Mediterranean area. Cedars of Lebanon became a state park in 1955.

The 1,139-acre park has 117 campsites equipped with picnic tables and grills, and electric and water hookups. A modern group lodge, open year-round for organized groups, has a total sleeping capacity of 80 people.

We have many more visits to share with you in the coming weeks. Thank you to all of the members, businesses and organizations that have welcomed us on this journey! Here’s to 100 more years of connecting with our community!

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