BUSINESSCONNECTION - Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce

July 2013
BUSINESS CONNECTION
Volume 7 | Issue 3
THE RUSSELLVILLE AREA CHAMBER’S QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER
ALSO INSIDE: New Business Contacts pg. 10
Russellville Area Chamber | Board of Directors
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Trish Henry, Chairman
At Large
Todd Sweeden, Vice Chairman
Jeff Wright, Imm. Past Chair
Seth Coulter, Treasurer
Jayne Jones
Dr. Owen Kelley
Todd Meimerstorf
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Barton Allen
Brad Allen
Jeff Aulgur
Jim Bradley
Dr. Robert Brown
Billy Cockrill
Tim Douglass
Donnie Frederic
Kurt Jones
Kathryn Kastner
Kylia Lee
Dr. Stephanie Roth
Gordon Shirron
Sue Ann Strait
J.W. Stratton
Aaron Watson
Randall Williams
Dusti Yarber
Russellville
Area Chamber
The Russellville Area Chamber
of Commerce is a voluntary
organization of business
and professional men and
women who have joined
together for the purpose
of promoting the civic,
economic, professional,
cultural, and industrial
progress of our community.
FROM THE PRESIDENT
Six years ago the voters of Russellville knew the importance of extending the existing
one-cent city sales tax and 80% of the voters let it be known. It is hard to believe this
six-year tax will sunset in a few short months.
A dedicated group of citizens, along with City Officials have been working on a proposal to extend this tax another seven years. Hopefully by the time you read this
newsletter the Russellville City Council will have approved an ordinance, which will
put the tax extension on the ballot for an election in September.
We will be asked to support the sales tax extension for seven years. The funds from
this extension will go toward several needs in the city including streets and drainage
improvements, a new central fire station, City Corporation, an aquatic center, parks and recreation improvements, and economic development projects. Simply contact us here at the Chamber for more details.
Speaking of economic development and progress in our community, we have the opportunity to support a
new business in Russellville. On August 13th, we will be asked to go to the polls and vote on a very important issue. As I’m sure most of you know, a new Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market has been proposed for a
site at the intersection of West Main and Vancouver Streets. The Russellville City Council voted to allow a
zoning change of the site. We will be asked to either support the Council’s decision or overrule the decision
to rezone the property. This project will result in the investment of several million dollars and the creation
of over 80 new full-time jobs. A vote to support the Council’s decision will show prospective companies
and industries that Russellville values the opportunities they bring to our community.
Your Chamber Board of Directors has unanimously voted to support this project and encourages our membership to get to the polls on August 13th and vote in favor of the City Council’s decision.
Jeff Pipkin, President and CEO, Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce
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CHAMBER NEWS
Business EXPO 2013
The Russellville Area Chamber presents the 10th Annual River Valley Business Expo on Wednesday,
August 7 at Tucker Coliseum. Everyone is invited to meet the businesses that make there home in the River
Valley and surrounding region. Admission is free and open to the general public.
This year’s Business Expo, the only show of its size or scope in the area, will feature over 80 exhibitors,
including restaurants, service providers, retail stores, and non-profit organizations. The event offers exhibiting
businesses the unique opportunity to stand out in today’s competitive world. With the expected attendance over
3,000, the Business Expo is the ideal way to develop key connections that will help grow business. As people
take this time to make connections, they also learn about products and services and purchase items for professional and personal needs.
For more information on the 10th Annual River Valley Business Expo, please call the Chamber office at
(479)968-2530.
Members Only Section on Chamber Website
The Chamber recently launched a new and redesigned website. RussellvilleChamber.org has a fresh look
and is full of value added features to provide a user friendly experience for Chamber members and guests. The
new website has been designed to serve as a hub of communication for the community and a portal through
which members will be able to access exclusive content, resources and information. One key feature of the new
website is the members' only section.
The members' only section allows Chamber members to update their contact information, register for
chamber events, and add events to the community calendar. Chamber members have the added convenience to
make secure online payments for all Chamber events and invoices. Members may also add discounts or coupons
to promote their business under this section of the new website. Chamber Members can utilize a number of
specialized tools to make your membership work better for you.
To receive your members log in credentials, please call the Chamber office at 479-968-2530.
Russellville Area Chamber is Mobile
Mobile technology is a powerful marketing and engagement tool, and the Russellville Area
Chamber of Commerce has embraced this method of communication not only to add visibility for our members, but to also provide an easy way to keep up with current chamber
events, community events, programs, and your favorite businesses while you're on the go.
The Russellville Area Chamber App is available FREE for download in the iTunes App
Store and Android Marketplace. EVERY CHAMBER MEMBER has their own basic listing
as a benefit of membership, which includes a "click to call" and "click to map" link. Mobile
users now have one-touch access to your business contact information and location. As a
member of the chamber, you can now attract more customers by offering mobile coupons,
"near me" deals, and special offers to both chamber members and anyone
in the Russellville area who downloads this free app.
You may view your listing by texting Russellville App to 80802 for a link to download the app
to your smart phone. You may also scan the QR code on this page. If you have difficulty or
should need assistance please call the Chamber office.
RUSSELLVILLE AREA CHAMBER | PG. 3
3 BUSINESS EXPO EXHIBITOR CONTRACT
Standard 6’ x 10’
MEMBERS
NONMEMBERS
$300
$550
(Inside Trade Floor)
Electric
Standard 4’ x 12’
(In Hallway)
$35
$35
*”All payments must be received by July 15.
MEMBERS
NONMEMBERS
$300
$550
COMMUNITY LEADERS
Meet Our New Red Coats
The Red Coat Committee are a group of Chamber members that have been selected to represent the Chamber at
Chamber and community events. A major role of the Red Coats is to recruit new Chamber members and help
them get more involved. This year there are a couple new faces among the group.
Tonya Gosnell
Matt Cooper
Community Education Manager
for Turning Point Behavioral
Health at Saint Mary’s.
Multiline Insurance Agent for
Shelter Insurance Companies.
Chamber Members Since 2001.
Chamber Members Since 2008.
Russellville Noon Rotary Club, President Elect
River Valley Alzheimer’s Walk, Volunteer Chair
Senior Networking Group, Co-chairman
Wesley Foundation, Age to Age
Board, Moderator
Chamber Governmental Affairs Committee, Member
Married to Pam; two children, Baylor and Macy.
Favorite Chamber Event: “I love the ribbon cuttings
because it gives me a chance to learn about new
businesses in Russellville and helps me to be a
resource for the community.
Favorite Chamber Event: “I enjoy the ribbon cuttings
as they offer a chance to get out of the office and
meet new people and business in the area.”
Community Leaders Wanted
This is the twenty-eighth year for the Chamber to produce the Leadership Russellville
program. Leadership Russellville is a nine-month program designed to identify, educate and
motivate potential community leaders to make a commitment to the future of the community. It
consists of approximately thirteen sessions that begin with an orientation and two day retreat in
late October.
The deadline to turn in applications is Monday, September 23. Interested applicants
should be individuals who want to commit both time and energy toward involvement in the
community, are concerned with current community issues, have a desire for personal growth,
and who demonstrate a concern for the future of the Russellville area.
To apply to the program or nominate someone for the Leadership program, please call the
Chamber office and request an application.
2014 Board Nominations
The Board of Directors provides the leadership of the Chamber by determining projects
and projects by setting overall policy. This is an important position to the future of Russellville
as well as an honor to those who serve. We encourage you to nominate a Chamber member to
serve on the Board of Directors. To be considered by the nominating committee, nominations
must be submitted in writing to the Chamber office by 5:00 p.m., September 10th.
As stated in Article III, Section V of the Chamber bylaws, the committee is to nominate
from the general membership as many candidates as vacancies on the board of directors. All
candidates must be in good standing. In selecting said nominees, the Committee shall consider,
among other things, that the Board should be fairly representative of the whole membership of
the Chamber.
Any individual receiving the nomination of five percent or more of the membership shall
automatically be placed on the slate of candidates. Contact the Chamber for information on
these opportunities.
RUSSELLVILLE AREA CHAMBER | PG. 5
The Chamber’s new format for connecting after hours is outstanding!
Business After Hours is now an event you do not want to miss. The
fun and upbeat environment encourages networking while laughing
and learning about local businesses. The hors d’oeuvres provided by
many member restaurants gives attendees a taste of what our community has to offer. The table top exhibitors offer business solutions
and products for personal and professional needs. With door prizes
and live auction, some attendees will walk away with incredible
items. All members and their employees are invited to attend.
Elissa Webb and
Daniel Clutter
Pam Sellers and
Amanda Johnson
Brittney Millerd,
Roxanne Biggleston and
Dr. Stephanie Roth
Natalie Hill,
Brenda Harrison and
Angie Lawton
Pam Halverson,
Toni Laws and
Garrie Kellam
Tonya Gosnell,
LaDonna Bicanovski
and Kylia Lee
Thursday, November 14; 5:00-6:30 pm
Hughes Community Center, 1000 E. Parkway Drive
RUSSELLVILLE AREA CHAMBER | PG. 6
Nancy and Mark
Draughon
RIBBON CUTTINGS
Rhea Lana’s of Russellville
Russellville, AR 72801
479-979-8369
Habitat for Humanity of
Pope County Arkansas
220 North Knoxville
Russellville, AR 72801
479-280-3728
WorkSource
700 East Main Street, Suite B
Russellville, AR 72801
479-280-1934
Home Instead Senior Care
7 Beaverfork Road
Conway, AR 72032
501-764-1814
ConAgra Frozen Foods
3100 East Main Street
Russellville, AR 72802
479-968-2535
Linh Vietnamese Cuisine
624 South Knoxville
Russellville, AR 72802
479-498-6495
SKK Italy
331 Weir Road
Russellville, AR 72802
479-967-1300
Area Agency on Aging
915 South Arkansas
Russellville, AR 72801
479-967-9300
Johnny’s Ice Cream & Deli
2405 East Parkway, Suite 1
Russellville, AR 72802
479-967-5033
Pottsville Pharmacy
5395 Ash Street, Suite 9
Pottsville, AR 72858
479-498-4130
RUSSELLVILLE AREA CHAMBER | PG. 7
RIBBON CUTTINGS
Pottsville Primary Care
5395 West Ash Street, Suite 2
Pottsville, AR 72858
479-880-1118
Russellville Lions Club
Russellville, AR 72801
479-880-4190
Atwoods
2804 South Arkansas
Russellville, AR 72801
479-498-2037
Peace Love Hair & Spa
113 Avenue 1 NE
Atkins, AR 72823
479-641-5001
Sound Advice Hearing
Doctors
2210 West Main Street
Russellville, AR 72801
479-890-HEAR (4327)
Cowell Steel Structures Inc.
7695 US HWY 64 East
Pottsville, AR 72858
479-968-5420
Arvest Bank
209 West Main Street
Russellville, AR 72801
479-498-4891
RUSSELLVILLE AREA CHAMBER | PG. 8
Firehouse Subs
2005 North Arkansas, Suite 2
Russellville, AR 72801
479-967-7827
Arkansas Department of
Health Hospice/ Home Health
203 Weir Rd./ 1509 E. Main St.
Russellville, AR 72801
479-968-6004/ 479-968-4177
Belk
3093 East Main Street, Suite B
Russellville, AR 72802
479-967-9082
Broussard Funeral Home
3323 East 6th Street
Russellville, AR 72802
479-968-1143
ARKANSAS VALLEY ROOTER
MURDOCK PORTABLE TOILETS
& SEPTIC TANK SERVICE
Commercial Industrial •Installation / Repair
P.O. Box 501 • Russellville, Arkansas
968-1282
For all your pumping / waste disposal needs!
Chamber Member since 2003
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NEW MEMBERS
Altman’s Body Shop
1411 South Knoxville
Russellville, AR 72801
479-968-8118
Auto Body Repair
R Salon and Spa
1001 West B Street
Russellville, AR 72801
479-967-7772
Beauty Salons/ Supplies
Cosmetics/ Skin Care
Message Therapy
GLR Properties
Russellville, AR 72802
479-970-0731
Real Estate Investments
Hidden Acres Farm
411 Sims Hollow Road
Russellville, AR 72802
479-293-7863
Event Hall
Atwoods
2804 South Arkansas
Russellville, AR 72802
479-479-2037
Hardware - Retail
River Valley Industrial Services, Inc.
1214 East 14th Street
Russellville, AR 72802
479-293-0341
Plumbing Contractors
Hyla Systems
950 Hogan Lane, Suite 3
Conway, AR 72034
501-513-9400
Air Purification
Arvest Bank - Downtown
209 West Main Street
Russellville, AR 72801
479-498-4891
Banks, Banking Associations
Classic Catch Guide Service
Lamar, AR 72846
479-647-9945 or 479-774-9117
Tourism
Kitchen Essentials, Inc.
407 North Arkansas, Suite 10
Russellville, AR 72801
479-857-7863
Cookware
Dance with Joy Enterprises, Inc.
1544 Crow Mountain Road
Russellville, AR 72802
479-968-1620
Dance Instruction
Kozii Furniture
2725 East Parkway, Suite 5
Russellville, AR 72801
479-967-5604
Furniture/ Home Furnishings
DaVita River Valley Dialysis
3121 West 2nd Court
Russellville, AR 72801
479-968-4687
Medical - Health Care Center
Peace, Love, Hair & Spa
113 Avenue 1 NE
Atkins, AR 72823
479-641-5001
Beauty Salons/ Supplies
Firehouse Subs
2005 North Arkansas, Suite 2
Russellville, AR 72801
479-967-7827
Restaurants/ Clubs
POM Incorporated
200 South Elmira
Russellville, AR 72801
479-968-2880
Manufacturer/ Processor
Norbert A. “Bret” Fleck III Attorney at Law
200 South Arkansas
Russellville, AR 72801
479-968-1168
Attorneys
Pottsville Pharmacy, Inc.
5395 West Ash Street, Suite 9
Pottsville, AR 72858
479-498-4130
Drug Stores/ Pharmacy
The Frame Shop & Gallery
311 West C Street
Russellville, AR 72801
479-967-1398
Custom Framing
Pottsville Primary Care
5395 West Ash Street, Suite 2
Pottsville, AR 72858
479-880-12118
Medical - Health Care Center
Freyaldenhoven Properties
479-968-2525
Property Management
River Valley Psychology, PLLC
101 Skyline Drive
Russellville, AR 72802
479-890-2480
Counseling Services
River Valley Truck and Equipment
2911 South Arkansas
Russellville, AR 72802
479-498-7846
Equipment Sales
Storm Shelters of America
P.O. Box 827
Russellville, AR 72811
855-61STORM
Storm Shelters
Summit Media Inc.
1475 Hogan Lane, Suite 104
Conway, AR 72034
501-329-9988
Advertising Agencies
Teaff & Draughon CPA’s, PA
210 West 10th Street
Russellville, AR 72801
479-968-3500
Accountants
Terry’s Carpet Cleaning, Tile and Upholstery
London, AR 72847
479-223-1621 or 479-293-4425
Carpet Cleaning
United Welding Institute
480 Mountain Base Road
Pottsville, AR 72858
479-264-2495
Schools, Colleges & Education
479.858.7199
2304 North Arkansas • Russellville, AR 72802 RUSSELLVILLE AREA CHAMBER | PG. 10
MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
Members listed below have renewed their membership in the last quarter.
40-60 Years
Bruce-Rogers Co.
Dependable Air Conditioning Co., Inc.
Millard Henry Clinic - Skyline
Rose Drug
Russellville Printing Co., Inc.
Russellville School District
Suddenlink Communications
System Chemical, Inc.
Ms. Peggy Talkington
Van Horn Construction, Inc.
Walmart #58
20-39 Years
Acme Brick Tile & More
Arkansas Valley Farmers Association
AT&T
Barkers Refrigeration System
Kent D. Bartlett, D.D.S.
Brookfield Inn/ Cagles Mill
Coulter Physical Therapy, Inc.
Fiser Kubota
Fleet Tire & Retreading, Inc.
Goldmasters, Inc. & Crown Antiques
Good Deal Charlie
Happy Days RV Sales, Inc.
Heritage Title & Closing Co., Inc.
Drs. Johnston & Richardson, PPLC
Kirby Specialties Corporation
Lake Dardanelle State Park
M S Wholesale Plumbing, Inc.
Posey Printing & Marketing, Inc.
Race Carpet & Vinyl
River Valley Ear, Nose & Throat
Snell Prosthetic & Orthotic Laboratory
State Beauty Supply
State Farm Insurance - Craig Campbell
Valley Motors, Inc.
Vermeer Midsouth, Inc.
Thomas G. Werner, D.P.M. - Foot Health
Clinic
10-19 Years
Amy Aikman, C.P.A.
Arkansas Restoration Services, Inc.
Arkansas River Valley Gun Club, Inc.
Arkansas Tech Bookstore
Arkansas Valley Anesthesia Association
Barron Family Practice Clinic
Bonds Family Dentistry
Bunting Electric, Inc.
CenterPoint Energy
Cooling & Applied Technology, Inc.
Cooper Band Instruments & Repair
Cunningham Metals, Inc.
Datamax Micro
Dennis Lock & Safe
Elmo’s Boom Truck Services, Inc.
First Assembly of God Church
Doug Griffin, D.D.S.
Hodges & Assoc. Appraisals, Inc.
Investment Professionals, Inc.
La House of Beaute’ Spa Salon
Michael Lamoureux, Attorney at Law
Lee Ann’s Fine Jewelry
Let’s Celebrate
Main Street Russellville
Morning Star
Nabholz Construction
P.J.’s Corner
Positive Lock, Inc.
Raymond James - Langley & Walker
Real Practices, Inc.
River Town Bank
River Valley & Ozark Edition/ Arkansas Democrat Gazette
River Valley Screen Printers
River Valley Therapy & Sports Medicine
Russellville Adult Education Center
Russellville Marina Boat Repair & Cabins
Saint Mary’s Wellness/ Fitness Center
Shiloh Creek Apartments
Sterling Steel
Telcoe Federal Credit Union
Total Document Solutions, Inc.
West Main Donuts
River Valley Christian Center
S.F.I.
Shepherd’s Window Cleaning
Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Pope &
Yell County
Mike Summers, C.P.A., P.A.
Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC
Wight Office Machines, Inc.
2-4 Years
Atkins Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Cash Saver
Humana
Insurance Benefits and More
Boyd Osborne Realtor Group
Pediatrics Plus Therapy Services
Russellville DownTown Rotary
State Farm Insurance - Matt McCoy
Teen Challenge
Wholesale Electric Supply
Window World of the Ozarks
5-9 Years
Advanced Solutions, Inc.
AMCARE In-Home Personal Care
Blackstone Construction, LLC
Cakes Alive!
The Car Clinic
Central Rental & Supply
Davis Computerworks
Edward Jones Investments - Brent Jones
James H. Evans, C.P.A.
Formal Affairs
Integrity Products, Inc.
Ms. Pam Magness, C.P.A.
MAHLE Engine Components USA, Inc.
Mulan’s
Newton Tire Company
Palm Beach Tan
Pizza Hut
Republican Party of Pope County
River Valley Equipment Sales
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UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS
Attend. Network. Learn.
JULY 11
SUNSET CINEMA
7:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Lake Dardanelle State Park
AUGUST 21
SPEED NETWORKING
12 - 1:30 p.m.
The Chamber Community Room
Cost: $1/adults, Kids 12 and under are
FREE
Event Details: Family friendly outdoor
movie theater in a relaxed comfortable
environment.
Cost: $5/person to network and
advance registration is required
Event Details: One-on-one networking
in a relaxed comfortable environment.
SEPTEMBER 21
AUGUST 7
GREAT ARKANSAS CLEAN-UP
RIVER VALLEY BUSINESS EXPO 8 am - 12:30 p.m.
9 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Lake Dardanelle State Park
Tucker Coliseum at ATU
Cost: It is FREE to attend
Cost: It is FREE to attend and advance Event Details: This event brings
registration is required to exhibit
together thousands of volunteers to
improve and restore the lands and faciliEvent Details: Area businesses have
the opportunity to showcase and sell
ties that Americans use for recreation,
their products and services to a captive
education and enjoyment. Volunteers
audience. A wide variety of businesses will be cleaning up trails, shorelines,
participate, including those offering home and public parks around Russellville,
improvements, lawn and garden, cellular, Arkansas.
real estate, financial, healthcare and
educational services.
Preview Party
All Members and
Representatives are Invited
Tues., Aug. 6; 5 pm
Reservations | Tickets Required
Door Prizes | Hor d’oeuvres
RUSSELLVILLE AREA CHAMBER | PG. 12