BUSINESS EXPO 2016 - Jonesboro Chamber of Commerce

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BUSINESS EXPO 2016 - Jonesboro Chamber of Commerce
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connection • commitment • community
MARCH 16
A P U B L I CAT I O N O F T H E J O N E S B O RO R E G I O N A L C H A M B E R O F C O M M E RC E
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BUSINESS EXPO 2016
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LET’S BE HEALTHY ARKANSAS
APRIL 16 & 17 | A-STATE CONVOCATION CENTER
FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS FOR EVERYONE
LOCATION
HOURS
A-STATE Convocation Center
217 Olympic Drive, Jonesboro, AR 72401
Saturday, April 16
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Doc Rock & Run Half Marathon begins at 7:30 am
Doc Rock & Run 5k begins at 8:00 am
Sunday, April 17
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Kids Rock & Run begins at 2:00 pm
FEATURING
Sunday, April 17 - Pre-participating evaluations
for all student athletes from Craighhead County
870-207-EXPO
#STBMDEXPO
ADMISSION IS FREE. THE EXPERIENCE IS PRICELESS.
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MARCH 16
A P U B L I CAT I O N O F T H E J O N E S B O RO R E G I O N A L C H A M B E R O F C O M M E RC E
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Notes from the Chairman of the Board
- Tony Rampley
Chairman of the Board || Tony Rampley
Immediate Past Chair || Linda Wofford
Chair-Elect || Mark Mayfield
Treasurer || Dr. Tim Hudson
Jonesboro Unlimited Chairman || Brad Edwards
JEDC President || Joe Williams
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
We Are Jonesboro
Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce has entered it’s “101st” year
in serving our community. The richness of our past came about through
many volunteers and Chamber staff who cared about the growth of our
city and its surrounding area.
Taking lessons from the past, we too are dedicated to the same spirit of
keeping Jonesboro and it’s communities strong and providing a bright
future for our families who call this home.
The Chamber’s activities include the “Redcoats” who attend the ribbon
cuttings for our newest businesses as well as the monthly Board Meetings
attended by volunteer Board Members who discuss their responsibilities
in making this a strong year. Those responsibilities include Business
Expo 2016 with ‘Super Heroes’ as its theme on April 6, Leadership
Alumni, Political Animals, Power Breakfasts, Washington, D.C. Fly-in
which will take place April 13, 14, & 15, Business After Hours, Tech
Talks Seminar, SMART Luncheons, Arkansas Scholars Reception, JYPN
Leadership Conference, and TekStarz Summer Manufacturing Camp just
to name a few.
We invite the community to join us in this “Spirit” filled volunteerism. It
takes all of us from the Chamber to other service organizations and their
volunteers to stand behind who we are. “We Are Jonesboro” a community
filled with wonderful people all trying to make a difference.
I truly thank everyone for their continued support and look forward to
sharing with our community all that has been accomplished to honor “We
Are Jonesboro”.
Cover Photo by:
Ritter Arnold || Ritter Agri Business
Selena Barber || Centennial Bank
James Best || Best Manufacturing
Bobby Caldwell || East Arkansas Broadcasters
Brock Cline || Nabholz Construction Services
Dave Davidson || BancorpSouth Insurance Services, Inc.
John Freeman || Evolve Bank & Trust
Susan Greenwood || St. Bernards Medical Center
Doug Imrie || Existing Industries Association
Ty Keller || engines, inc.
Dawn Layer || Families, Inc.
James McDaniel || Popeye’s/Local Culture
Janet McNece || Productive Staffing
Manu Nair || Ace One Technologies
Chad Niell || Tiger Correctional Services
Whitney Pardew || Jonesboro Young Professionals
Brad Parsons || NEA Baptist
Phillip Poston || Hytrol Conveyor Company
Jake Rice || City Water & Light
Daniel Robinson || Simmons Bank
Adam Sartin || Ground Crew, LLC
Ernesto Saucedo || Jonesboro Jaycees
Beth Smith || A-State Alumni Association
Tom Smith || HoneyBaked Ham & Café
T. J. Thompson || Valley View Agri
Joe Verser || Bear State Bank
Ken Wixson || Riceland Foods
CHAMBER STAFF
President & CEO || Mark Young
Executive Vice-President & COO || Cari G. White, CCE
Economic Development Associate || Donna Holt
Director of Workforce Development || Shelle Randall
Membership Director || Mandy Cook
Marketing Director || Seketheia Vance
Director of Operations || Tammy Pate
Staff Assistant || Barry Wells
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P R E S E N T E D B Y:
Business Expo, now in its
twenty-sixth year,
is produced by the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce and
co-sponsored by KAIT-TV.
“business to business” scope,
Expo 2015 gave over
250 exhibitors
Known for its
the opportunity to meet more than
6,500 potential customers.
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BUSINESS EXPO 2016
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By Invitation Only From 8:00 am - 2:00 pm • Open to the Public From 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
P L AT I N U M S P O N S O R S
All Scapes Irrigation & Lawncare, LLC • Downum’s Waste Services, Inc. • Express Employment Professionals
First National Bank • Jonesboro Overhead Door & Vance Construction Solutions • Nice Pak Products, Inc.
Pleth, LLC • Productive Staffing • Ritter Communications • Staffmark • The Everyday Chef, LLC & engines, Inc.
GOLD SPONSORS
Blue Sky Technologies • Centennial Bank • Evolve Bank & Trust • First Community Bank
Jonesboro Bowling Center, LLC • MOR Media, Inc. • Post Consumer Brands • Robinson Construction
S I LV E R S P O N S O R S
Ace One Technologies • Bear State Bank • Farm Credit Midsouth • Golden Grotto • Master Group
SHARP, Inc. • Simmons Bank • Unilever
Booths for Expo:
$375 for Chamber Members
$675 for Non-Chamber Members
Reserve Your
Booth Today!
Call Tammy Pate
870.336.9062
HEROES
JONESBORO REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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LEADERSHIPJonesboro
CLASS OF 2016
The 2016 Class of Leadership Jonesboro was recently announced. Leadership Jonesboro is an annual program
designed to identify, educate and motivate potential leaders to become involved in the future of our community.
Selena Barber
Jennifer Bell
Will Branch
Ralo Brown
Jon David Carmack
Natalie Fleeman
LaDawn Fuhr
Ellen Howard
Gary Hoyt
Alex Lorenzana
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Centennial Bank
Critical Edge
Jonesboro Insurance Group, Inc.
Cintas Corporation
Craighead Electric Cooperative Corp.
Ritter Communications
Suddenlink Communications
McDaniel Law Firm, PLC
Nabholz Construction Services
Crossing Cultures
Dina Mason
Cliff Mullis
Michael Nunnally
Danial Reed
Kevin Richardson
Morgan Sallee
Emily Still
Chris Terrell
Vincent Turner
Stacy Walz
MOR Media, Inc.
Hytrol Conveyor Co., Inc.
City Water & Light
NEA Baptist Clinic
Out of the Dark, Inc.
Craighead County / Jonesboro Public Library
Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas, Inc.
Service Group 360, Inc.,
St. Bernards Healthcare
ASU-CNHP
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We will be saying goodbye to an exceptional Jr. Leadership class this year; our 2015/16 class will
close out their year in February. Although we will no longer meet with them on a regular basis, we will
enjoy cheering on their future successes. Many from our class have solidified career choices thanks
to their experience in the Jr. Leadership program and their exposure to various career opportunities.
Some have connected with nonprofit organizations to volunteer their services for various projects.
Still others have created relationships with business leaders who will mentor them. All of them will
move forward with a greater understanding of why Jonesboro is a thriving community, what it has to
offer, and how they can make a difference. Congratulations, Jr. Leadership Class 2015/16!
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BUSINESS
After Hours
The December Business After Hours was hosted by The Lower
Deck Design Center at 1312 Red Wolf Boulevard, Suite G.
The Lower Deck is a home decor store, cooking store and has a
complete bridal registry.
Arkansas State University College of Business hosted the
January Business After Hours at their new Dawson Capital Markets
Lab located inside the Delta Center for Economic Development.
The February Business After Hours was hosted by The Solutions
Group at 225 South Main Street. The Solutions Group is a
marketing, advertising and public relations firm that specializes in
digital marketing.
Hailey Knight of Downtown Jonesboro and Kristina Myers of Pleth visit at the
December Business After Hours at The Lower Deck.
Business After Hours is held the second Thursday of each month
from 5:00 – 6:30 pm. For information on hosting this event,
contact Mandy Cook at 932-6691.
Check out more photos from Business After Hours on our Facebook Page.
Ed Ware of Art Advertising and Vicki Pillow of The
Food Bank at the December Business After Hours
at The Lower Deck.
John McPike of First Security Bank and Dr. Shane
Hunt of Arkansas State College of Business at the
January Business After Hours.
A group of people tour Arkansas State University
College of Business’ new Dawson Capital Markets
Lab located inside the Delta Center.
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Coming Up!
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Thursday, March 31
Thursday, April 14
Thursday, May 12
400 South Main Street
2209 Grant Avenue, Suite A
200 South Main Street
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POWER Breakfast
Scott Schallhorn speaks at
the January Power Breakfast.
Mitchell Williams sponsored
the event.
Scott Schallhorn, Jennifer
Pierce and Trav Baxter of
Mitchell Williams discuss
Estate Planning and
Succession Planning at the
January Power Breakfast.
Coming Up!
Wednesday, March 2 @ 6:45 a.m.
Wednesday, May 4 @ 6:45 a.m.
Sponsored by: Acme Pest Control
Sponsored by: Ramson’s Construction
Watch Your Email For More Information!
state of the
City
with Mayor Harold Perrin
Mayor Harold Perrin addressed approximately 200 Chamber Members
at the third annual State of the City address. Mayor Perrin re-capped the
successes of 2015 and outlined plans for 2016.
JONESBORO
JONESBORO REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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Jonesboro Young Professionals Network
Bethany Noto
The Jonesboro Young Professionals Network, an organization for
professionals ages 21-39, creates networking opportunities, provides
professional development, supports community involvement and
promotes an overall investment in the future of Jonesboro.
This quarter we introduce you to Bethany Noto. Bethany is a Business
Development Officer at Centennial Bank where she builds relationships
with their customers to make sure that they are receiving the best possible
service.
Bethany is very actively involved in various committees of JYPN. She
currently serves as chair of the Professional Development Committee and
is helping to plan this year’s Leadership Conference. Bethany also serves
on the A-State Committee, Business Network Committee, Membership
Development Committee, and is a part of the steering committee that is
planning this year’s Business Expo.
When asked what the greatest benefit in being involved in JYPN, Bethany
said “The future of Jonesboro and all of Northeast Arkansas
lies with today’s young professionals. By being a part of
JYPN, we can come together to develop leaders and strive to
make changes for the better in our community.”
Bethany’s favorite activity of JYPN
is packing boxes at the food bank.
Through this monthly project, she has
been able to be a part of giving back
to the community in an essential way
and has gotten to know more JYPN
members through this activity than any
other event.
Deana Osment, Division President for
Centennial Bank encourages young
professionals to be involved with JYPN
because she feels it provides the perfect
environment to encourage young people
to make important connections and
gives them a way to invest in the future
of Jonesboro.
For more information on membership
for your young professional staff, call
the Chamber today.
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2016 Leadership Conference
Conference Mission
Complete leaders are professional, dedicated and civic-minded people who have a clear vision for making their
communities great places to live and work. Participating in professional groups strengthens the bonds that
members have with their cities and towns and increases the chances that they will stay and contribute to future
growth and success.
The Leadership Conference is an opportunity to meet like-minded individuals with similar interests, concerns and
overall goals for the future of Northeast Arkansas. The conference is intended to foster and develop leadership
skills with other professionals in the region. The event will include local community leaders as speakers,
networking events and social activities, all promoting interaction between attendees.
Leadership Conference is open to all Chamber members. Conference registration is $75.
Speakers include: Jennifer James, fourth generation Arkansas rice farmer; Warwick Sabin,
publisher of Oxford American Magazine and State Representative; and James Hutto, The
Solutions Group!
Date: May 6 • 8 am to 4 pm
Location: Cooper Alumni Center
Watch your email for more information!
Upcoming
JYPN Events!
For more information on upcoming
events check out our Facebook Page.
JONESBORO REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Professional
Development Luncheon
Thursday, March 10
Senior Pack
Wednesday, March 16 & April 20
@ Donald W. Reynolds Charitable Food
Distribution Center
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Professional
Development &
Training
Certified Public Accountants
Talent Selection
Jones & Company, Ltd.
501 Southwest Drive
Jonesboro, AR 72401
www.jonescpa.com • 870.935.2871
5349 Hwy 1 South
870.200.7588
Strategic
Coaching Plans
[email protected] • www.corter.com
Your single source office supplier
1825 E. Nettleton • 972-6360
fsbank.com • 870.930.2500
Lowery Beck, MD
Jessica Counts, APN
3203 Methodist Drive
870.935.1800
Your One-Stop
Financial Center
JONESBORO 1617 S. Caraway Rd. 870-932-5600
BAY 306 Elder St. 870-890-2594
Les Risner
901-573-1756
[email protected]
E 361 Southwest Dr.
Your ON
P
STO Jonesboro, AR 72401
870.931.5151
Shop!
www.weshipjonesboro.com
[email protected]
870.935-4042
www.artadvertising.com
2300 West Washington Ave.
870-932-5155
First National Bank
The Working Bank for Working People.
Since 1889
870-974-9800
www.fnbank.net
MEMBER FDIC
www.aceonetechnologies.com
720 S. Main St. • Jonesboro, AR 72403
870-931-5627
870-738-9433
CHAMBER LEADERS
870.336.2424 | mygroundcrew.net
Mowing • Trimming • Chemcare
Irrigation • Christmas Décor
901-347-7180
The bear
means
business.
Health insurance for
Arkansas small businesses.
MEMBER FDIC
For more information,
call 87O-336-O52O.
3800 S. Caraway • Jonesboro
870-930-3700
www.pestcontrolbyadams.com
2611 East Nettleton
suddenlink.com
870.203.9928
www.readygetsetgrow.com
W W W. E R I C B U R C H . C O M
870.847.7653
870-268-2306
Ribbon
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cuttings
High Fidelity Quality Mobile Audio and Video recently held a
grand opening at 6815 E. Johnson Avenue, Suite F. High Fidelity
is dedicated to sales and installation of high-quality audio and
video components. Their staff is there to guide you in selecting
the proper equipment for your needs. Visit www.hifimav.com or
call 870-565-3738 for more information.
The Nest held a ribbon cutting at 2414 East Matthews Avenue,
Suite B. The Nest hosts jewelry parties for Chloe + Isabel and
Grace & Heart. If you like jewelry, especially free jewelry, then
visit www.thenestjewelry.com or call Nicole Covey at 870-5206378 to set your date and time to host a fun jewelry party.
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina held a grand opening
at their new location at 2324 Red Wolf Boulevard. On The
Border offers full service casual dining with mesquite-grilled and
Southwestern items. Check out their complete menu at www.
ontheborder.com.
Praxis 8 held a ribbon cutting for their new information
technology consulting company with core competencies of
accountability and performance excellence. They have Vendor
certified technicians working in alignment with your business
goals. Call 520-477-2947 for more information. www.praxis8.com
Arkansas Eye Site held a grand opening at 1119 East Matthews
Avenue. Dr. Bart Jones and Dr. Kamri Herndon want to offer the
best to their patients with experienced doctors and the latest in
technology. Call 870-333-1087 to schedule an appointment.
www.arkansaseyesite.com
Hays Casual and Western Wear held a grand opening at 2215
East Highland. Hays is a family owned business that carries a
variety of clothing, footwear, accessories and hunting apparel for
men, women and children. For more information call 870-3367761. www.haysstore.com
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Ribbon
cuttings
Elite Sleep held a grand opening at their unique, privately
owned mattress store at 3109 Southwest Drive. Elite Sleep offers
bedMATCH, a computerized system that diagnoses the support
level you need for the best sleep possible. Call 870-336-3330 for
more information.
Centennial Bank held a ribbon cutting for the Ed Way
Community Room located on the third floor of their main branch.
This room was named in memory of Ed Way, who was actively
involved in many aspects of the Jonesboro community.
The Truck Patch held a grand opening at 906 Southwest Drive,
Suite B. The Truck Patch is the area’s largest natural food
store specializing in organic, local and natural foods. For more
information call 870-333-2977.
www.thetruckpatch.com
Papito’s Mexican Restaurant held a grand opening at 4409
East Johnson Avenue. Papito’s is a family owned and operated
Mexican restaurant offering some of the best Mexican food
around. Call 870-203-6065 for more information.
Bennett’s Flowers and Gifts held a grand opening at their new
location at 612 Southwest Drive. Bennett’s is family owned and
operated and is committed to offering the finest arrangements
and gifts. For more information call 870-203-9844. www.
jonesboroflowersandgifts.com
Downum’s Waste Services, Inc. recently held a ribbon cutting
celebrating 40 years of service. Downum’s is a family owned
and operated Arkansas corporation started in 1975. They offer
all sizes of roll off and rear load containers. For more information
visit their website at www.downumswaste.com or call 870-9325155.
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cuttings
Carolyn Ponce held a ribbon cutting announcing her Avon
sales. Carolyn has been a sales representative for Avon since
August. Avon is a world leader in anti-aging skin care products,
fragrances, color cosmetics and more. For more information call
Carolyn at 870-243-6361 or visit her website at carolynponce.
avonrepresentative.com.
Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs held a grand opening
at their new office located at 2311 East Nettleton. The Arkansas
Department of Veterans Affairs serves Arkansas Veterans and
their eligible dependents through advocacy and education to
access federal and state benefits, high-quality long-term nursing
care and burial honors.
Jonesboro Travel Cruise and Tour recently held a grand
opening for their travel agency at 1825 East Nettleton, Suite H.
Jonesboro Travel is a full service travel agency specializing in
group tours, romance travel, cruises, Disney vacations and more.
For more information call them at 870-932-2060.
Tiny Toes Mommy and Me Boutique recently held a grand
opening at 314 South Main Street, Suites A & B. Tiny Toes is a
boutique specializing in women’s and children’s clothing. For
more information visit their facebook page or call 870-273-8670.
The Juice Cafe recently held a grand opening at 211 South
Main Street. The Juice Cafe is a one of a kind juice bar and cafe
offering healthy alternatives to fast food. For more information
visit their facebook page or call 870-520-6236.
American Red Cross held a grand opening at their new location
at 2416 South Madison Avenue. The American Red Cross touches
the life of an Arkansas every five minutes through response
to a residential fire, storm or other disaster, with health and
safety instruction and the donation of the gift of blood. For more
information visit www.redcross.org/arkansas.
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Ribbon
cuttings
Downtown Jonesboro Association held a ribbon cutting for the
new mural downtown. The goal for the mural was to showcase
important elements for downtown Jonesboro, while beautifying a
public space and attracting new visitors to downtown. The mural
was painted by local artist Jim Porterfield and can be seen at 325
South Church Street.
Pinot’s Palette held a grand opening at 2617 East Nettleton.
At Pinot’s Palette, anyone can be an artist and have fun being
creative - no art experience required! Enjoy a fun night out, a
special date night, birthdays or any other private parties. Call
870-520-6621 to reserve your spot.
EGP, PLLC held a ribbon cutting at 715 Southwest Drive.
Located on the second floor of the Centennial Bank building, EGP
is a full service CPA firm. At EGP, their objective is to preserve
your wealth and enhance your profits. For more information visit
www.egpcpas.com or call 870-340-6560.
Rink Consulting held a ribbon cutting introducing Matt Yount,
a dynamic facilitator and behavioral specialist. His expertise is
in manufacturing, healthcare and higher education clients in
Northeast Arkansas. For more information about Rink Consulting
visit their website at www.rinkconsult.com or call 501-626-5067.
Westrock Orthodontics held a grand opening for their new
Jonesboro location at 2316 Red Wolf Boulevard. Dr. John Boling,
originally from Jonesboro, is a certified ortho specialist who
focuses on facial aesthetics as well as a good bite. For more
information visit www.westrockortho.com or call 870-627-3300.
Rausch Coleman Homes held a grand opening at their newest
community, Brookland Hills. Located just outside of Jonesboro,
Brookland Hills features new homes priced from $130,000 and
up. For more information about Brookland Hills, contact Dixie
Regenold at 870-293-3290 or visit www.RauschColemanHomes.
com.
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Ribbon
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cuttings
The Parsonage 322 held a grand opening at 322 South Main
Street. The Parsonage is Jonesboro’s new downtown place
to grab a healthy, sustainable, quick lunch. The Parsonage
specializes in farm to table comfort food. For more information
visit their facebook page or call 870-520-6333.
Lost Pizza held a grand opening at their new Jonesboro location
at 906 Southwest Drive, Suite A-1. Lost Pizza is a cool, funky
atmosphere where friends can enjoy the best pizza ever eaten.
They have a vast menu including hot wings, tamales, pizzas,
sandwiches, pastas, dessert pizzas and more. Visit www.
lostpizza.com to check out their complete menu.
NEA Baptist Clinic Urology has relocated to the second floor
of the main clinic on the NEA Baptist Medical Campus located
at 4802 East Johnson. Drs. John Allen and Michael Suminski
have served the community since 1995 and 2000, respectfully,
and joined NEA Baptist Clinic in April 2013. Call 870-936-8000 to
schedule an appointment.
Advance Services held a grand opening at their Jonesboro
location at 2303 Stallings Lane, Suite E. Advance Services
is dedicated to providing their clients with the most qualified
employees in the market. Their employees cover a full range of
jobs, from entry-level assembly workers to seasoned managers.
For more information visit www.asinc.net or call 870-520-6002.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Jonesboro held a ribbon
cutting for their seventeenth Habitat House in Jonesboro. Habitat
for Humanity is here to help build a better community through
God’s work seeking to put God’s love into action by bringing
people together to build homes, communities and hope. For more
information call them at 870-933-1660.
CASA of the 2nd Judicial District held a ribbon cutting at their
new location at 311 South Church Street. CASA is a non-profit
organization that serves abused and neglected children in the
area. Their mission is to provide a voice in court for and on behalf
of abused and neglected children who might otherwise have
no voice for placement in a safe, permanent home. For more
information visit www.neacasa.org or call 870-935-1099.
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KEEPING Current
Renewals since the December 2015
Newsletter
50 + Years:
BNSF Railway (58 years)
St. Bernards Urology Associates (56 years)
Star Transportation (71 years)
20-49 Years
J.S. Abernathy, D.D.S. (29 years)
Abilities Unlimited (30 years)
All Clean USA (22 years)
Al’s Lock & Key (29 years)
Arkansas Air Center, Inc. (20 years)
Associated Radiologists, Ltd. (31 years)
Bartels Family Dentistry, L.L.C. (20 years)
Best Manufacturing, Inc. (20 years)
Brackett-Krennerich & Associates (31 years)
Bristow & Richardson P.L.L.C. (29 years)
Busch Agricultural Resources, Inc. (32
years)
Cache River Valley Seed, LLC (29 years)
Cavenaugh Hyundai (22 years)
Chateau Apartments (30 years)
Clopton Clinic (45 years)
Construction Network (23 years)
Continental Computer Corp. (30 years)
Control Heating & Cooling, Inc. (30 years)
Corter Consulting, Inc. (20 years)
Craft Propane, Inc. (30 years)
Craighead County/Jonesboro Public Library
(28 years)
Craighead County Farm Bureau, Inc. (22
years)
Crowley’s Ridge Development Council, Inc.
(30 years)
Dental Solutions (31 years)
Domino’s Pizza (30 years)
Elite Graphics (27 years)
Enhancement Boutique (29 years)
Bill Dunnam-Farmers Insurance Group (22
years)
Fasweet, Div. of Morse Co., Inc. (47 years)
First Financial Mortgage (29 years)
Frank Fletcher Dodge of Jonesboro (29
years)
Fred Dacus Associates-Bob Harrison (29
years)
Gateway Tire of Arkansas (31 years)
George’s Jewelry (30 years)
Golden Grotto (24 years)
Paula Graddy Shelter Insurance Agency (21
years)
Hanshaw Commission Co. (49 years)
Harps Food Stores (29 years)
Haywood, Kenward, Bare & Associates, Inc.
(30 years)
Healthcare Insurance of AR, Inc. (22 years)
JONESBORO REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital (27
years)
Rob Heard, C.P.A., P.A. (24 years)
Hunter Law Firm, P.A. (29 years)
JK North America, Inc. (31 years)
JMS Russel Metals Corp. (20 years)
Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital (30 years)
Jonesboro Foot Clinic (25 years)
Jonesboro Jaycees (29 years)
Jonesboro Radio Group (28 years)
Lyons & Cone (30 years)
Master Cleaning Systems (31 years)
Stanley McPike, D.D.S. (29 years)
NEA Baptist Clinic Wellness Center (21
years)
Orr, Lamb & Fegtly, P.L.C. (37 years)
Otolaryngology & Facial Surgery Center-Dr.
John Jui (35 years)
Otolaryngology & Facial Surgery Center-Dr.
Davis Lewis (20 years)
Otolaryngology & Facial Surgery Center-Dr.
Hugh Sales (20 years)
Phillips Investments & Construction (28
years)
Pollard’s Inc. (21 years)
Professional Credit Management, Inc. (30
years)
Rankin Rentals (22 years)
Regions Bank (23 years)
Ritter Communications (31 years)
Roto-Rooter/Hedges Portable Toilet Rental
(21 years)
ServiceMaster Commercial Cleaning (22
years)
SHARP, Inc. (22 years)
Soos Drug & Compounding Center (28
years)
Southwest Drive Animal Clinic (23 years)
St. Bernards Orthopedics Associates, Inc.
(29 years)
The Storehouse, Inc. (28 years)
State Farm Insurance-Gordon Metzgar (49
years)
Super V Drug Store (37 years)
Surplus Warehouse (31 years)
Taco Bell (29 years)
TEC Electric (30 years)
Travel With Us (24 years)
Vetcare, Inc. (31 years)
Wal-Mart #45 (42 years)
Walmart #128 (30 years)
Williamson Motor Company (30 years)
Woodruff/Woodruff, DDS (30 years)
10-19 Years:
Ace Hardware
Allied Corporate Furniture
Alzheimer’s Association
APEX Communications
Bay Public Schools
Centennial Bank
Central Baptist Church
Cintas Corporation
CityYouth Ministries, Inc.
Clark Property Insurance
Covenant Medical Benefits
Crown Trophy
Demo’s Barbecue & Smokehouse
Ditta Enterprises, Inc.
Downum’s Waste Services, Inc.
East Arkansas Planning & Development
District
ERA Doty Real Estate-Steve Doty
Erosion Technologies
Exit Realty Center-Phyllis New
Express Employment Professionals
Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas, Inc.
Fred Dacus Associates-Fred Dacus
Friday, Eldredge & Clark, L.L.P.
Gould Door & Hardware Co., Inc.
Sanda Greene
Hampton Inn Jonesboro
Hunter J. Hanshaw Attorney at Law
Hispanic Community Services, Inc.
Invision Eyecare
Jonesboro Healthcare Center, LLC
KASU
The Learning Center
The Mall at Turtle Creek
Mazzio’s
Michelles Excavating, Inc.
Millenium 3, Inc.
Stephen A. Modelevsky, DDS, P.A.
Northeast Arkansas Landlord Association
Northwestern Mutual Financial NetworkMark Belk
Papa Cella’s Pizza Chef
Popeye’s
Bobby Puryear Insurance
Ridout Lumber Co.
J V Rockwell Publishing, Inc.
The Salvation Army
Sam’s Club
Sanders Services Co., Inc.
Matt Silas, Architect
St. Bernards Medical Group
Stadium Auto Body
State Farm Insurance-Ben Ford
Superior Senior Care
Terry Frierson Appraisals
Thomas, Speight & Noble, C.P.A., P.A.
Tim Rand Photography
Watson Ice
Woodsprings Animal Clinic
5-9 Years:
10 Fitness
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KEEPING Current
Affordable Medical
AM Enterprises dba AM Janitorial Services
Ameriprise Advisors
Amy Long Photography
AnyWay Technologies
Appleton Consulting
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services
Arkansas State University-Annette Bednar
Arkansas State University-Dr. William Roe
Automation Outfitters, LLC
AY Magazine
Bailey Contractors, Inc.
Benedictine Manor
B-LAK Logistic Services, Inc.
Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
Bradley Contracting
Burch & Co. Real Estate-Eric Burch
C & S Cleaning Supply
Car Color Center
Brent G. Cassady, CPA, PLLC
Charlott Jones School of Art
City of Brookland-Mayor Kenneth Jones
City of Caraway-Mayor Barry Riley
Clinical Research Connections
Colson Caster Corp.
Communities Unlimited
Congressman Rick Crawford’s Office
Crittco Cable & Fiber, Inc.
Dale Carnegie Training of the Midsouth
Delta Symphony Orchestra
Dierksen Memorial Hospice
ESS-Equipment Sales & Service
Extended Family Home Health
Fire Protection of Arkansas, Inc.
Firehouse Subs
First Security Bank
Gearhead Outfitters
Glen Sain Chevy/Cadillac/GMC/Buick
Harmony Gardens
Home Health Professionals, Inc.
Hugg & Hall Equipment Co.
Infectious Disease and Control Consultants,
LLC
iTechs Computers & Service
John L. Shannon, DDS
Mary Kay Jones
Jonesboro Family Dental
Jonesboro Pediatric Dental Group
Jonesboro Surgery Center, LLC
Junior Auxiliary of Jonesboro
Kandela Grill of Jonesboro, Inc.
Landmark Appraisal Group
The Lower Deck
Marck Recycling and Waste Services
Mark Morris Custom Homes
May Security & Spacecome Satellite, LLC
Barbara McKee
McLeod Law Firm, PLLC
Mid South Pool Builders, Inc.
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N E A Rentals
Office Interiors of Jonesboro
Pregnancy Resource Center, Inc.
Presidential Conversions
RiceTec, Inc.
Roberts-McNutt, Inc.
Robertson’s Jewelers
Ron’s Catfish Buffet
St. Bernards Health & Wellness Institute
Schmidt Countertops & Construction, Inc.
Shelton Transportation Lines, LLC
Skinny J’s
Southwest Church of Christ
Stephens, Inc.
The Party Store
Thrivent Financial
Tom Guipe’s Golf Shop
TRG Jonesboro, LLC
Tri-County Garage Doors, Inc.
Tropical Smoothie Café
Tucker’s Appliance Center
U of A Cooperative Extension Service
United Insurance Agency of Jonesboro
University Heights Lions Club
Valley View School District
Vance Construction Solutions, LLC
Vector Disease Control International, LLC
Visiting Angels of NEA
Kimono Japanese’s Steak House
Laser & Aesthetic Solutions
Massage Envy of Jonesboro Clinic #1193
McAlister Engineering
Names & Numbers
NEAR Ready Mix
Newk’s Eatery
One Transportation
Parker Hurst & Burnett, PLC
Marsha Phillips-Tax Collector Craighead
County
Pro A/V Solutions, LLC
Teriyaki Madness
Wise Staffing
2-4 Years:
Action, Inc.
AllCare HomeCare, LLC
All Events Catering, LLC
Allied Tech Group of Northeast Arkansas,
LLC
allyIT
APEX Communications
Arkansas Business
Ascent Hearing Center
ASU-Delta Center/Small Business
Technology Center
Bistro on the Ridge
Century 21 Wright-Pace Real Estate-Marie
Willis
Clark & Associates
Coldwell Banker-Village CommunitiesMartha Tolson
Craighead County Sheriff-Marty Boyd
Critical Edge
Dairy Queen of Jonesboro
Evolve Bank & Trust
Fab’rik
Great Clips
The Greens at Jonesboro
Ground Crew, LLC
Holt Agribusiness
Hospital Wing
Ima’s Fashion, Inc.
Interstate All Battery Center
LEADER
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NEW Members
Advance Services, Inc.
Dawn Clark
2303 Stallings Ln., Ste. E
Jonesboro, AR 72401-4427
870 520-6002
Fax: 870 520-6206
[email protected]
www.asinc.net
EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES
Americans for Prosperity-Arkansas
Andrew Reno
101 S. Church St., Ste. 303
Jonesboro, AR 72401-2918
870 680-2065
[email protected]
www.americansforprosperity.org/
arkansas
POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS
Anderson LED Signs
Greg Anderson
270 Wills Dr.
Jackson, MO 63755-7774
870 275-1111
[email protected]
www.andersonledsigns.com
SIGNS
Arkansas Christian Journal
Diana Sanders
P.O. Box 16804
Jonesboro, AR 72403-6713
[email protected]
NON-PROFIT AGENCIES
NEWSPAPERS
Battery Outfitters
John Vinson
2838 Race St.
Jonesboro, AR 72401-7315
870 930-2838
[email protected]
www.batteryoutfitters.com
AUTOMOBILE PARTS
BATTERIES
Benchmark Land Surveying, Inc.
Kenneth Scrape
2500 Alexander Dr., Ste. A
P.O. Box 1921
Jonesboro, AR 72403-1921
870 336-2059
870 243-4030
Fax: 870 336-2060
[email protected]
SURVEYORS
JONESBORO REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Benefits Design Group, LLC
Robert “Bobby” Hubble
1000 S. Caraway Rd., Ste. 00
PO Box 19448
Jonesboro, AR 72403-2448
870 277-2878
Fax: 870 277-2876
[email protected]
www.designmybenefits.com
INSURANCE
Business Regeneration, LLC
Lou Ann McElyea
2504 Alexander Dr., Box 343
Jonesboro, AR 72401-7175
870 275-4636
Fax: 870 268-0295
[email protected]
www.businessregen.com
CONSULTANTS
Deals Around Town
Chip Lawrence
901 827-7916
[email protected]
www.dealsaroundtown.com
ADVERTISING SPECIALTIES
Disabled Sportmen of Arkansas
Jimmy Ashley
1701 Airport Rd.
Jonesboro, AR 72401-8875
870 935-6875
870 919-5590
[email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/
Disabled-Sportsman-of-Ark
NON-PROFIT AGENCIES
DSG Associates
John Dealy
108 E. Huntington Ave., Ste. 112
Jonesboro, AR 72401-2967
630 830-8197
[email protected]
CONSULTANTS
Elite Sleep
Sharon Hill
3109 Southwest Dr.
Jonesboro, AR 72404
870 336-3330
870 273-2827
Fax: 870 336-5331
[email protected]
MATTRESS SALES
Equip K-12 Academy
Joanne Gurley
1607 Stone St.
Jonesboro, AR 72401-5332
870 932-5561
Fax: 870 932-5552
[email protected]
www.lifeskillscenterjonesboroar.
org
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES,
SUPPLEMENTAL
Hays Casual & Western Wear, Inc.
Terry Hays
2215 E. Highland Dr.
Jonesboro, AR 72401-6127
870 336-7761
[email protected]
www.haysstore.com
CLOTHING-CHILDRENS
CLOTHING-MENS & WOMENS
Jonesboro Travel Cruise & Tour
Amy Cantin
1825 E. Nettleton Ave., Ste. H
Jonesboro, AR 72401-5152
870 932-2060
Fax: 870 932-2061
[email protected]
www.jonesborotravel.com
TRAVEL AGENCIES
JTS Financial
Derek Owens
415 N. McKinley St., Ste. 305
Little Rock, AR 72205-3030
501 227-0194
Fax: 501 907-6527
[email protected]
www.jtsfs.com
INSURANCE
KJNB TV Fox 39 & CBS 39
Bill Lane
2400 E. Highland Dr., Ste. 5000 A
Jonesboro, AR 72401-6202
901 896-6088
[email protected]
TELEVISION STATIONS
Lost Pizza Company
Brad McDaniel
906 Southwest Dr., Ste. A-1
Jonesboro, AR 72401-7051
870 520-6227
[email protected]
www.lostpizza.com
RESTAURANTS
Papitos Mexican Restaurant
Jose Gonzalez
4409 E. Johnson Ave.
Jonesboro, AR 72401
870 203-6065
[email protected]
RESTAURANTS
Carolyn Ponce, Avon Independent
Sales Rep
Carolyn Ponce
1812 Wilkins Ave.
Jonesboro, AR 72401-5170
870 243-6361
[email protected]
http://youravon.com/
carolynponce
COSMETICS
Prudential Agricultural Investments
Shane Hutchinson
708 A Windover
Jonesboro, AR 72401-6064
870 217-6365
Fax: 870 333-1473
[email protected]
www.prudential.com/agloans
AGRICULTURAL CREDIT
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Ben Ramm
Ben Ramm
2511 Jeanee McQueen Pl.
Jonesboro, AR 72404-8100
870 882-2862
[email protected]
INDIVIDUALS
Rink Consulting Group, LLC
Matt Yount
47 Masters Place Dr.
Maumelle, AR 72113-7021
870 450-4147
[email protected]
www.rinkconsult.com
CONSULTANTS
Seal It Up Co., Inc.
Craig O’Brien
105 Wyatt St.
P.O. Box 116
Bono, AR 72416-0116
870 897-4787
[email protected]
ASPHALT CONTRACTORS
ROAD & HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION
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NEW Members
Sleep Number
Matt Mueller
2316 Red Wolf Blvd., Ste. B
Jonesboro, AR 72401
870 932-2474
Fax: 870 932-71761
0855.jonesboro@selectcomfort.
com
www.sleepnumber.com
MATTRESS SALES
Taylor King Law Firm
Emily Merryman
1306 S. Caraway Rd.
Jonesboro, AR 72401-4507
800 227-9732
[email protected]
http://www.taylorkinglaw.com/
ATTORNEYS
The Best of Jonesboro
Chip Lawrence
901 827-7916
[email protected]
www.thebestofjonesboro.com
The Juice Cafe
Vanessa McQuay
211 S. Main St., Ste. A & B
203 E. Cherry Ave.
Jonesboro, AR 72401-3372
870 378-2546
[email protected]
RESTAURANTS
The Parsonage 322
Ramey Cryer
322 S. Main St.
Jonesboro, AR 72401-2909
870 520-6240
[email protected]
RESTAURANTS
TinyToes Mommy and Me Boutique
Taylor Martin
314 S Main St., Ste. A & B
Jonesboro, AR 72401
870 273-8670
[email protected]
CLOTHING-CHILDRENS
CLOTHING-WOMENS
Westrock Orthodontics
John Boling
2316 Red Wolf Blvd.
Jonesboro, AR 72401
870 627-3300
[email protected]
www.westrockortho.com
DENTISTS – ORTHODONTISTS
Whitney S Consulting, LLC
Whitney Schreck
730 Craighead Rd.
Jonesboro, AR 72401-7001
870 882-9072
Fax: 870 882-9072
[email protected]
www.whitisms.com
CONSULTANTS
WorkPlace Furniture
Jordan McCutchen
6400 Shelby View Dr., #109
Memphis, TN 38134-7659
901 729-6477
901 212-1161
Fax: 901 729-6486
[email protected]
www.wpfurn.com
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Secretary of Agriculture for the State of
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THE HUNTERTONES
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Upcoming
Chamber Events!
MARCH
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JYPN Civic Involvement Committee
4:00 pm
Power Breakfast - Sponsored by Acme Pest Control 6:45 am
JYPN Legacy Committee
4:00 pm
Workforce Development Committee
4:00 pm
Governmental Affairs Committee
4:00 pm
Leadership Jonesboro - Public Education
8:00 am
JYPN Conference Committee
Noon
JYPN Board Meeting
11:30 am
Transportation Committee
4:00 pm
Agri-Business Committee
4:00 pm
Green Business Committee
8:00 am
Latino Business Committee
Noon
Membership Development Committee
Noon
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JYPN Professional Development Luncheon
JYPN Professional Development Committee
JYPN Senior Pack - Food Bank
Executive Committee
SMART Lunch
A-State Committee
Speed Networking - Sponsored by Staffmark
Leadership Jonesboro - Ropes
Board Meeting
JYPN Social/Membership Committee
Community Benefit Organizations Committee
Business After Hours - McDaniel Law Firm
11:30 am
NOON
3:00 pm
11:00 am
11:30 am
4:00 pm
5:00 pm
8:00 am
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Leadership Jonesboro - County Government
JYPN Conference Committee
JYPN Board Meeting
Transportation Committee
JYPN Civic Involvement Committee
Premiere Showcase
Business Expo
Governmental Affairs Committee
JYPN Professional Development Committee
Agri-Business Committee
Annual D.C. Fly-In
Green Business Committee
Latino Business Committee
8:00 am
Noon
11:30 am
4:00 pm
4:00 pm
5:00 pm
8:00 am
4:00 pm
Noon
4:00 pm
8:00 am
Noon
13 Membership Development Committee
Noon
14 Executive Committee
11:00 am
14 Business After Hours - Doty Real Estate
5:00 pm
15 Leadership Jonesboro - City Government
8:00 am
18 Board Meeting
4:00 pm
19 Technology & Innovations Committee
11:00 am
19TechTalks
11:30 am
20 JYPN Senior Pack - Food Bank
3:00 pm
21 Business Network Committee
Noon
21 A-State Committee
4:00 pm
26 JYPN Social/Membership Committee
4:00 pm
28-29 Leadership Jonesboro - State Government - Little Rock
28 Arkansas Scholars Presentation
5:30 pm
MAY
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JYPN Board Meeting
11:30 am
Transportation Committee
4:00 pm
JYPN Civic Involvement Committee
4:00 pm
Power Breakfast - Sponsored by Ramson’s Construction 6:45 am
JYPN Legacy Committee
4:00 pm
Workforce Development Committee
4:00 pm
Governmental Affairs Committee
4:00 pm
JYPN Leadership Conference
8:00 am
Agri-Business Committee
4:00 pm
Green Business Committee
8:00 am
Latino Business Committee
Noon
Membership Development Committee
Noon
Executive Committee
11:00 am
JYPN Professional Development Luncheon
11:30 am
JONESBORO REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
11 Business After Hours - Rural Sourcing
12 JYPN Professional Development Committee
16 Board Meeting
17 Technology & Innovations Committee
17TechTalks
18 JYPN Senior Pack - Food Bank
19 Business Network Committee
19 A-State Committee
19 Speed Networking
20 Leadership Jonesboro - Industrial Tours
24 JYPN Social/Membership Committee
25 Community Benefit Organizations Committee
30 Memorial Day - Chamber Closed
5:00 pm
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