2009 Board of Directors Jason Loggins, WB&T 2009 Board Chair Tracey Trumphour Cumberland Title Chair-Elect Linda Salts-Nelson Stallings Real Estate & Auction Immediate Past Chair Judy White Pinnacle Financial Partners Treasurer Alan Hayes, CPA Butch Depp Chris Taylor Two Rivers Ford Denise Scalf Punch Promotional Products Dr. Craig Goff Cook’s United Methodist Jackie Heatherly Executive Title Jeff Perry Belk, Inc. Jennifer Woodfin Crigital Media Jim Mills University Medical Center Lisia Tucker AquaBella Day Spa Luke Winchester First Freedom Bank Tina Hutsenpiller Hutsenpiller Insurance Mt. Juliet  / West Wilson County Chamber of Commerce 758-3478 46 West Caldwell Street Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 http://www.mtjulietchamber.com/

Nine Down...Three to Go (632) A year ago this month the economic forecast and financial pundits who were painting a pretty gloomy picture all seemed to think that about the earliest we would begin to see the end of the economic downturn would be sometime in the fourth quarter of 2009. Well guess what? We  are now entering the fourth quarter of 2009 and most would agree that we are finally seeing some good signs regarding the economy. In fact, there are even some days where there is more good news than bad and that is VERY encouraging! With nine months of 2009 behind us and only three more to go, we are all hoping that the momentum continues to build and that by the time folks are ready to do their Christmas shopping the air is filled with laughter, the sound of music, and the ringing of cash registers! There is no question that many of us have had a pretty difficult time over the last year, and while we do not want to let our guard down completely, neither do we want to not be encouraged by the very real possibility that relief is finally in sight. Read more...

HOUSTON'S MEAT & PRODUCE 2009 GOLF TOURNAMENT WINNERS

RETAIL COUNCIL: 8:00-9:00AM @ WB&T
MEMBER2MEMBER: 8:30-9:30AM @ WB&T
HOME-BASED BUSINESS COUNCIL: 9:00-10:00AM @ WB&T
MONTHLY LUNCHEON: 11:15AM-12:30PM @ VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH. GUEST SPEAKER: RON PAVAN,
CUMBERLAND UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC DIRECTOR. $15 - MUST BE PREPAID.

Ambassador Spotlight: Ellen Metty, Metty Design

Regional Business After Hours Coming Soon!

The Mt Juliet / West Wilson County Chamber of Commerce will once again be partnering with the Nashville area Chamber of Commerce and nearly 15 other Chambers in the area for a Regional Business After Hours. This year’s event will be held on Thursday, November 12 from 5:00-8:00 at the Nashville Convention Center. Last year nearly 2,000 people attended, nearly 200 businesses had a booth (table top displays separated by poles and drapes) and 16 Chambers of Commerce were represented. This is a very unique opportunity for members of the MJ Chamber of Commerce to participate in an event attended by hundreds of prospects. Watch for your personal invitation in the mail soon and make plans to join us. If you are interested in having your business on display, give Mark a call to discuss the details. We are especially appreciative of Kevin Pigg and his team at Surviving Business for joining on as an Associate Sponsor. This will afford them a large display area right in the center of the main floor for all to see. Thank you for your support!

Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Pumpkins But Were Afraid To Ask...

Pumpkins are fruits. A pumpkin is a type of squash and is a member of the gourd family.

The largest pumpkin pie ever baked weighed 2,020 pounds.

Pumpkins have been grown in North America for five thousand years. They are indigenous to the western hemisphere.

In 1584, after French explorer Jacques Cartier explored the St. Lawrence region of North America, he reported finding "gros melons." The name was translated into English as "pompions," which has since evolved into the modern "pumpkin."

Pumpkins are low in calories, fat, and sodium and high in fiber. They are good sources of Vitamin A, Vitamin B, potassium, protein, and iron.

The largest pumpkin ever grown was 1,689 pounds. It was grown in Rhode Island.

Pumpkin seeds should be planted between the last week of May and the middle of June. They take between 90 and 120 days to grow and are picked in October when they are bright orange in color. Their seeds can be saved to grow new pumpkins the next year.

HP Color Laser Printer for Sale

If you are interested in a used HP Color Laser Printer, please stop by the Chamber of Commerce and take a look at the one we have for sale. We have combined our color printing at the office and ended up with this piece of equipment we can no longer use. It will of course come with all of the manuals, drums, cables, etc. It is like brand new and Anita has taken very good care of it. Stop by or call if you are interested.

New Investors

Futrell Law
Adam Futrell
3735 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Suite 102
Mt. Juliet, TN  37122
553-2845

Green Monster Recycling & Disposal
Tom Stueck
2253 Monthemer Cove
Mt. Juliet, TN  37122
319-2101

Middle Tennessee Computer & Network Solutions
Cameron Keel
16 Caplenor Lane
Lebanon, TN  37090
300-2611

Mt. Juliet Auto Spa
William Berryman
1002 Charlie Daniels Parkway
Mt. Juliet, TN  37122
754-9274

Mt. Juiet High School Quarterback Club
Angela Murray
P.O. Box 51
Mt. Juliet, TN  37121
587-0744

Outdoor Woodworks, LLC
Chuck Griffith
491 Wilson Drive
Mt. Juliet, TN  37122
865-6900

The UPS Store 2279
Mike Primm
4636 Lebanon Pike
Hermitage, TN  37076
871-4627

ECD Committee
  



Members of the MJ Chamber ECD Committee meet monthly to share information and receive updates on current and proposed projects and other matters relating to ECD. At the September meeting, Director of Schools Mike Davis is seen informing committee members about the direct relations ship between public education and ECD. Each month a relevant speaker provides a short program to committee members. For more information about the ECD Committee, please contact Mark Hinesley.

Chairman's Chat

MY FAVORITE TIME OF YEAR!

 It’s my favorite time of the year….Halloween!  Well, it’s my second favorite.  But, now that Lowe’s has their Christmas inventory out, we can officially begin celebrating the holiday season. 

This serves as your reminder to stop by or call the haunted chamber mansion located on West Caldwell.  Your chamber offers an assortment of goodies….including, chocolate covered ribbon cuttings, strawberry luncheons, marshmallow filled Retail Councils sprinkled with Women in Business.   There are tons of treats and if you’re lucky…you may be greeted by one of the resident ghouls.  Legend states that Count Hinesley and Spicer the Ghost will let themselves be seen only once a year. 

So, start trick or treating early and come by 46 West Caldwell on Friday, October 11 at 11:30.  You will leave with a bag full of goodies that your mother will not have to inspect. Drive safely!

 A Toast to Tennessee Winemaker's Dinner

Come dine with the wine makers! Join us at Rutland Place on Thursday, October 22 from 7:00-9:00pm for the First Annual A Toast to Tennessee Winemaker's Dinner. Chateau Ross is the featured winery and you'll enjoy a four-course gourmet meal paired with four different Chateau Ross wines. The luxurious dinner will spotlight courses prepared by Chef Christopher, who will be offering pairing expertise and explaining how he matched the wines and food for the evening.  In addition, you’ll hear the unique history of Chateau Ross Winery from owners Ross and Deborah Proctor as well as how each wine selected for the meal is unique.  It will be a fun, elegant evening in beautiful surroundings.

Please join us and help support the Mt. Juliet Chamber. Tickets are $50 each and are limited to 75 participants. Purchase Tickets NOW!

 The Chamber Chick


The ABC's of Aging Gracefully

For my birthday, my friend Jennie Hibler (Active Entertainment) gave me a little desk plaque titled “The ABC’s of Aging Gracefully.” Unlike most silly over-the-hill gifts that people usually give for 50th birthdays, this is a really nice keepsake filled with great advice for any age. I read it pretty much every day and I’m proud to say I’m already doing (or have done) a lot of the things listed and look forward to doing the rest sometime in the future...sort of like a Bucket List. I thought it would be nice to share it with all of you. I especially like “E” and do it often, usually right after lunch. Dana Loggins would like for me to do more of “W”. But I think I’ll wait a while on “G” because I like being an unconventional granny, which fulfills "U"!

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Be sure to join us for our Women in Business Luncheon on Tuesday, November 3 @ Rutland Place from 11:15am-12:30pm. Our Guest Speaker will be First Lady Andrea Conte.

The cost is $15 for Chamber Members ($20 for Future Members) and pre-payment is required to hold your reservation! Simply go to http://www.mtjulietchamber.com/ and click on "Pay Here." If you do not already have a log-in and password, you will create one and complete your profile during the check-out process. Be sure to contact the office at 758-3478 if you have any questions.

Reinvestors

Active Life Chiropractic
Cartridge World
Century 21 Premier, Karen Hotsenpiller
Donelson Christian Academy
Fleet One
Hayes, David W., CFP
Mt. Juliet Help Center
New Leash on Life
Lakewood Theatre
Painturo's
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
Sign Central
St. Philip's Episcopal Church
The Tennessean

News from Ken Martin, City of Mt. Juliet ECD Director

Look Who Is, Has or Will be Coming to Town!

I wanted to give everyone an update on who has, is or might be coming to town soon. With the economy showing some slight signs of improvement Mt. Juliet is really starting to see lots of activity. As a matter of fact, Mt. Juliet is the word on the streets in Nashville and surrounding communities when it comes to prospering communities and placed to live, shop, work and play. While other economies have been struggling, Mt. Juliet’s continues to thrive. I personally believe that is a direct result of our wonderful business community, fabulous residents and the fact that we are Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. Need I say more?

Ok, enough about us and how great we are. But we really are great. In all seriousness, things are really looking up and going extremely well. For
example, just look at the new business that have either opened recently, will open soon, are in the planning process or are looking to possibly locate here.

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Chamber Ribbon Cuttings 

BICYCLETTE CAFE & WINE
located in Dunkin Donuts shopping center
















MT. JULIET AUTO SPA
located right behind Sonic on Charlie Daniels Parkway

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