Help us congratulate our new member – Designed Just Right! This afternoon, Yesiel and Jasmine Sanchez Velez hosted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony for the business at the Chamber Office. The ceremony was conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.
Designed Just Right is passionate about construction, with a special focus on tile and flooring. They excel in helping clients create stunning accents that make their homes shine, adding beauty and personality to every space. Offering expert installation services for vinyl, laminate, tile, and hardwood flooring, as well as backsplash, accent walls, trim, and molding, they bring dreams and visions to life with skill and creativity. Designed Just Right takes pride in crafting spaces that truly reflect each client’s unique style.
Pictured with Designed Just Right owner Yesiel Sanchez Velez is his wife Jasmine and their daughter. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, VP Membership & Finance Andrea Wilke and Support Admin Stephanie Hollis. Chamber Ambassadors & representatives included Cindy Baldhoff with Good News Magazine, Domanique Burke with Burke’s Academy, Tony Tellemac with Intelicomm, and Jade May with Card Diva Inc.
Designed Just Right is located here in Lebanon & can be reached at djraccents@gmail.com or by phone at 740-504-2279
Thank you to everyone who joined us today to celebrate this new member!
Congratulations to Sage Dental of Lebanon! Friday, December 6, Sage Dental hosted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at their new location. The ceremony was conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.
Sage Dental, established in 1998, has grown to 138 locations as of 2024, including three practices in Middle Tennessee. The Lebanon location, which opened in July 2024, recently celebrated with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Sage Dental is dedicated to promoting overall health through comprehensive dental care. Offering services like general and cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, teeth cleanings, dental implants, dentures, and oral surgery, they utilize advanced clinical technology to deliver affordable, family-friendly dental care all under one roof.
Sage Dental is located at 1443 West Main Street Suite 200, Lebanon, TN 37087
Pictured with Rony Jfouf Ibrahim, DDS and staff is Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter. Sage Dental staff includes Stephanie Jeffers- District Manager, Cherita Hill- Office Manager, Monica Tapley- Dental Assistant and Chase Brown – Field Marketing Manager. Chamber Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.
Our new members at Durci Chocolate hosted a Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening on November 14.
Founded by Cassandra Durtschi and Dr. Eric Durtschi — a visionary chocolatier, Durći Chocolate has become a leader in the world of artisan chocolate-making and education. Durći Chocolate is dedicated to sustainability and ethical sourcing. For nearly 15 years, Dr. Durtschi has worked closely with farmers to teach them superior cacao processing techniques, empowering them to produce some of the finest beans available while earning a premium for their hard work. With a reputation as pioneers in the artisan chocolate movement, the Durtschi family is dedicated to sharing their knowledge and helping to elevate the entire chocolate industry.
Now based in Wilson County, Durći Chocolate has made our community their home, and we couldn’t be more excited to support their continued success. We encourage everyone to visit their facility, sample their exquisite creations, and learn more about the art of chocolate-making from a true expert.
Durći Chocolate is located at 1221 South Hartmann Dr, Lebanon, TN, 37087
Pictured with owners Dr. Eric Durtschi and Cassandra Durtschi are friends, family and supporters. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, Chamber Ambassadors & representatives are also pictured.
Ribbon Cuttings are sponsored by Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Lyn Williams
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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:
NewBasis, LLC hosted a ribbon cutting and grand opening on July 30 at their second manufacturing facility, now located in Wilson County. NewBasis’ Lebanon facility is the company’s first location outside of its headquarters, bringing them closer to the customers they serve. The ceremony was conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.
Pictured with NewBasis President Tony Helf is Rick Haynes, Senior Director of Human Resources; David Elliott, Plant Manager; and Chris Sanford, VP Sales & Marketing. Clark Boyd-State Representative District 46 and Tammy Stokes, Assistant Director of the Wilson County Joint Economic and Community Development Board (JECDB) are pictured. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, VP Membership & Finance Andrea Wilke, Chamber Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.
Founded in the 1940s, NewBasis is a leading manufacturer of fiberglass and polymer concrete utility pads and below-ground utility enclosures. The high-quality composite enclosures are designed for telecommunications, electrical, CATV, water, traffic, lighting, commercial and industrial applications. NewBasis utilizes state-of-the-art engineering service and provides quality production. The manufacturing facility, located in the new Alligood Industrial Park, brings 250 new jobs to Lebanon.
NewBasis is located at 303 Alligood Way, Suite A, Lebanon, TN 37090
