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Volume 6 | Issue 2
April 2012
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chairman of the Board Jeff Wright ‐ Walmart Vice Chairman Trish Henry ‐ Russellville Steel Co. Immediate Past Chairman Dr. Leonard Notto ‐ Notto Chiropractic Health Notes from the President Mr. Jeff Pipkin Treasurer Todd Sweeden ‐ Sweeden Florist At Large Regulatory Uncertainty Gregg Long ‐ Crafton Tull The economy is improving, so companies should be feeling better about their futures, right? Not so fast. At Large In fact, businesses of all sizes and types say that they are taking a wait‐
and‐see approach because of regulatory uncertainty cause by Wash‐
ington. According to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Re‐
form, over the last few years the federal government has issued regula‐
tions that will cost the U.S. private sector more than $380 billion over 10 years. In addition, a study by the House Oversight committee found that there are more than 200 “economically significant” regulations in the pipeline that if finalized would cost the U.S. economy an additional $21 billion over the next decade. As the regulation‐producing machine cranks up, business owners are reluctant to expand and hire new employees. Seth Coulter ‐ Coulter Physical Therapy At Large Todd Meimerstorf ‐ Arvest Bank Board of Directors Chris Abington || River Valley Realty Barton Allen || First State Bank Jeff Aulgur || Professional Development Institute Jim Bradley || CenturyLink Dr. Robert C. Brown || Arkansas Tech University Billy Cockrill || Suddenlink Communications Mayor Bill Eaton || City of Russellville Taylor Fulton || Taber Extrusions, LLC Now although President Obama issued an executive order in January 2011 directing the agencies to review federal rules that potentially hurt job creation and American competitiveness, this “look back” order by the president applies only to rules already long in the books. Rules that are in the process of being formulated, like those pertaining to the 2010 health care and the financial regulatory reform laws, are exempt from the executive order. The trouble is that there is little indication of what these final rules will look like and when they will be implemented. The U.S. Chamber’s most recent quarterly Small Business Outlook Sur‐
vey asked, “What do small business leaders want Washington to do?” Eighty‐six percent say they would rather have more certainty from Washington than more assistance (6%) to deal with the economy. Investors, too, are feeling the ill effects. In January, investment web‐
site The Motley Fool asked its online community members, “What’s holding the economy back?” The top answer, cited by 69.9%, was “uncertainty caused by Washington.” SHOP CHAMBER MEMBERS FIRST!
WWW.RUSSELLVILLECHAMBER.ORG
2 J. D. Garrison || Universal Appraisals, Inc. Judge Jim Ed Gibson || Pope County Scott Hill || Simmons First Bank Nick Horner || Liberty Bank of Arkansas Jayne Jones || Arkansas Tech University Dr. Owen Kelly || River Valley Orthopaedics Jim Knight || Arkansas Valley Alliance Michael Lamoureux || State Senator Andrea Lea || State Representative Gordon Shirron || PDQ Super Convenience Sue Ann Strait || River Valley Realty J. W. Stratton || Shelter Insurance Johnna Walker || C & D Drug Store Randall Williams || Russellville School District Dusti Yarber || La Quinta Inn & Suites www.russellvillechamber.org Top
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Arkansas Scholars Banquet Set
The eleventh annual Arkansas Scholars Banquet is scheduled for Monday, April 9 at 6:00 p.m. It will be held at Chamber’s East Dining Hall on the ATU campus. Seventy‐six Russellville High School seniors will be honored at this year’s banquet. Qualifications for receiving the Arkansas Scholar designation include: maintaining a 95% attendance rate, a C average or above in ninth through twelfth grades, completing their high school career in eight consecutive semesters, and taking the core curriculum to graduate. Education Committee member Gerry Summers said, "Arkansas Scholars program is a way to develop cooperation between schools and businesses, as well as motivate high school students to work harder and learn more. While academic achievement is emphasized, students receive recognition and gain a real sense of achievement." If all credentials and qualifications are equal, local employers are encouraged to let the Arkansas Scholars distinction be the deciding factor in employment. A special thank you goes to supporters of the Arkansas Scholars program. Local supporters of the banquet include: An‐Pro Company, Arkansas Tech University, Arvest Bank, NEW Corp., Simmons First Bank, Sorrells Body Shop, Tyson Foods, Vista Place Student Apartment and Walmart. Sunset Cinema
The Chamber’s Promotion & Events committee is welcoming back the popular Sunset Cinema to the River Valley. This family‐friendly event features two showings of big screen movies at Lake Dardanelle State Park. We look forward to another summer energized with community fun. Sunset Cinema brought over 400 attendees last year, and sponsorships are available again this year. Movie sponsor‐
ships give a company maximum exposure and an opportunity to demonstrate commitment to the community and quality events. Sunset Cinema provides sponsors with a captive au‐
dience to promote their business as well. The events are scheduled for Thursday, June 7 and Thursday, July 5 this summer. For more information about this outstanding community event, call the Chamber at 479.968.2530! Leadership Russellville The Leadership Russellville Class of 2011‐2012 is nearing graduation, with just two months of the nine month program remaining. The twelve participants committed to this thirteen session program in October 2011. Community areas they have studied have included: city government, county government, health and human services, and state government. This quarter, the class will meet to discuss areas of economic development, education, law enforcement, tourism and prepare for graduation. The Leadership Russellville graduation will be held on June 1 during the First Friday Luncheon. The event will be held at Lake Point Conference Center. Please plan to attend and show your support! The class will be presenting their community project and the outstanding leader of the year will be announced. The 2011‐2012 class are: Jamie Damon, Simmons First Bank; Bryan Fisher, Arkansas Tech University; Elizabeth Latch, NEW Corporation; Kylia Lee, TEC Staffing Services; Matt McCoy, State Farm Insurance; Jodi Moore, Moore and Company Realtors; Monica Raney, Bank of the Ozarks; Janna Richie, Azzore Veterinary Specialists; Brian Rohlman, Van Horn Construction; Yanci Walker, C & D Drug Store; Ira Wimer, Crafton Tull and Sherry Wooten, Arvest Bank. For more information about the Leadership Russellville program, visit www.russellvillechamber.org. 3 4 MAY 4, 2012
Doc Bryan Hall on ATU campus
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Professional Development Institute @ ATU &
Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce
Tickets are $75 before the event, $99 at the door.
To register or for more information call: 479-968-2530
www.russellvillechamber.org
5 New Board members
2012 Board of Directors There are six new additions to the Board of Directors this year. Jim Bradley, Billy Cockrill, Dr. Owen Kelly, Gordon Shirron, Sue Ann Strait and Dusti Yarber will serve under the leadership of the new board Chairman, Jeff Wright. Jim Bradley Gordon Shirron Area Operations Manager CenturyLink Bradley has lived in the Russellville area for thirty‐seven years. He has worked for CenturyLink for over forty years. He graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bache‐
lor of Science degree in Business Ad‐
ministration. Bradley has maintained several offices with the Lions Club, including president. He is married to Linda and together they have one daughter named Shelly. Billy Cockrill General Manager Suddenlink Cockrill has lived in Russellville and has worked at Suddenlink for four years. He graduated from Arkansas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Manage‐
ment. He is a current member of the Kiwanis Club. Cockrill is married to Geneva and they have one child and two grandchildren: Angela, Kaiden and Kea‐
gan. Owen L. Kelly, M.D. Owner and Physician River Valley Orthopaedics Kelly has lived in Russellville for nine years. He obtained his B.S. at U of A Fayetteville, M.D. at UAMS and then Orthopaedic Surgery at UAMS and is Board Certified. He is a member of the Arkansas Letterman’s (Razorback “A” Club) and First United Methodist Church. Kelly is married to Mandy and they have two children: Kathryn Grace and Hank. 6 President Frank Griffin Oil Co., Inc. Shirron has lived in the Russellville area for twenty‐six years, he has also been involved with Frank Griffin Oil Co., Inc. for twenty‐six years. He graduated from Henderson State with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Admini‐
stration. He is married to Decie and together they have three children Kelli, Blake and Jon. Realtor River Valley Realty, Inc. Strait has lived in Russellville for fifty‐
three years, she attended ATU and stud‐
ied Public Relations. She is a Certified Residential Special‐
ist and a graduate of the Real Estate Institute. Strait has been involved with many civic groups including, Down‐
town Rotary, Arkansas Political Action Committee Trus‐
tee and the Arkansas Realtors Association Legislative Committee. She has acquired Lifetime status from the Red Coat Committee of the Chamber. She is married Bill. Dusti Yarber Sue Ann Strait General Manager La Quinta Inn & Suites Yarber has lived in Russellville for eleven years, she has worked at La Quinta Inn & Suites for three years. She is a graduate of Arkansas Tech Univer‐
sity with a Bachelors of Science degree in Hospitality Administration. She is currently serving on the Russell‐
ville Advertising and Promotion Commission. She is mar‐
ried to Shawn and they have one son named Cash. Our Mission ”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.” Business Expo Exhibitor contract
River Valley Business Expo will be held Wednesday, August 8 in Tucker Coliseum on the ATU campus. The Expo has been
ranked one of the top five in Arkansas and is open to the public. It gives businesses the opportunity to showcase and SELL their
products and services to a captive audience. Booth space is awarded on a first come basis. Fill out the application below and fax
to (479) 968-5894 with payment to reserve your space. This form serves as your contract. Please read the terms of the
contract outlined in the Expo Brochure. Call the Chamber to request a brochure.
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
Exhibitor/Company ____________________________________________________________________________
(As you want printed on sign and marketing material.)
Contact Name __________________________________________________Phone _________________________
Address _______________________________________________________Fax ___________________________
City __________________________________________________ State ____________ Zip code _____________
E-mail ______________________________________________________________________________________
Product/Service to be displayed __________________________________________________________________
Will Products/Services be sold during the Expo? __________ Exhibitors will be permitted to conduct retail sales at their booths per
the following guidelines: All merchandise shall be inside the Coliseum at the exhibitor’s booths prior to the start of the event. Stock
may be replenished throughout the day; however, for safety reasons, dollies or equipment for use in transportation of product (other
than by hand) are not permitted. The large roll-up door will not be used the day of the Expo or during the Preview Party. Sale of food
and beverages is not permitted; distribution of samples is acceptable. Individual merchants shall be responsible for all business trans actions.
BOOTH SPECIFICATIONS
Please reserve the indicated number of booths in the following category:
Early Bird Rate (Payment must be received by Friday, June 8)
_______ Chamber Member Rate: $250.00 each
_______ Non-Chamber Rate: $450.00 each
Late Bird Rate (Monday, June 11-July 13. Payment must be received by July 13.)
_______ Chamber Member Rate: $300.00 each
_______ Non-Chamber Rate: $550.00 each
_______ Electricity Rate $35.00 per booth space
You will not have electricity in booth if you do not indicate on this form.
_______ 2012 Expo Sponsor (Circle one: Platinum, Gold or Silver)
Special booth requests (electricity, internet access, etc.):________________________________________________
Payment Method:
______ Check
_______ Visa
Make check payable and mail to:
______ MasterCard
Account # __________________________________________
Expiration Date: ______/ _______/ _______
Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce
708 West Main Street
Russellville, Arkansas 72801
I have read and agree to the terms of the contract for exhibit space and affix my signature to commit to participating in EXPO 2012
according to the terms stated. I agree that payment and application must be submitted to the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce
no later than Friday, July 13, 2012, 3:00 p.m.
Authorized Signature _______________________________________ Date _______________________________
Title ____________________________________________________
Move-In : Tuesday, August 7, 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Move-out: Wednesday, August 8, 4:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
7 cuttings 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 1 Tini Sky Nails and Spa celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 30. They are located at 3087 West Main Street. For more information on their products and services, call Tini Nguyen at 967‐9927. 2 Race Carpet & Vinyl celebrated their 30 year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on December 7. They are located at 600 East 3rd Street. For more information on their products and services, call Tommy Race at 968‐6174. 3 Advanced Collision Solutions celebrated their 5 year anniver‐
sary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on December 20. They are located at 2731 South Arkansas. For more information on their products and services, call Dwane Ahrens at 968‐9732. 4 Game Day Screen Printing celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on January 24. They are located at 613 North Arkansas. For more information on their products and services, call Ray or Michelle Scheide at 967‐5522. 5 St. John’s Catholic School celebrated their 65 year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 3. They are located at 1900 West Main Street. For more information on their ser‐
vices, call Mark Tyler at 967‐4644. 6 Big Brothers Big Sister celebrated their relocation with a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 15. They are now located at 1116 North Parker Drive. For more information on their services, call Christine Sain at 968‐5525. 7 Main Street Russellville celebrated their 20 year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 22. They are located at 320 West C Street. For more information on their services, call Betsy McGuire at 967‐1437. 8 8 9 8 Junior Auxiliary of Russellville celebrated their 50 year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 24. For more information on their services, call 890‐5355. 9 The Dandy Lion celebrated their grand opening with a rib‐
bon cutting ceremony on March 8. They are located at 2501 West Main Street. For more information on their products and services, call Julie Meimerstorf at 857‐7144. 10 Advanced Auto Repair celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 12. They are located at 208 South Arkansas. For more information on their prod‐
ucts and services, call Richard and Alicia Powell at 280‐
1989. 10 Special occasion coming up? The Chamber will hold a Ribbon Cutting for your business anniversary, relocation or ground breaking, call the Chamber to schedule yours today. You may reach the Chamber at 968.2530. A HIGHER STANDARD OF VALUE
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of RUSSELLVILLE
143 State Road 331 N. • Russelville, AR • 479-967-5800
PARTS AND SERVICE AVAILABLE FOR ALL MAKES
Diamond International of
Russellville has new store hours!!
Monday - Friday:
7AM to Midnight
Saturday: 7AM to 3:30PM
Sunday: CLOSED
www.diamondtrucks.com
9 Business After Hours is a great networking opportunity for Chamber members. These events allow members to
exchange information, make business contacts, renew contacts, locate suppliers or customers, and announce changes, new
products and services.
The event is held on the second Thursday of each month from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at different Chamber member
businesses. In February it was hosted by River Valley United Way and the Russellville Country Club. The Russellville School
District hosted the event in March. The next Business After Hours is sponsored by Millard-Henry Clinic OBGYN.
FEBRUARY
Russellville Country Club & River Valley United Way
Misty Wilson, Nathan Sanders
and Kim Wallace
Jeff Pipkin and Randy Horton
Beth Latham, Yvonne Hickey and Eric Markle
MARCH
Russellville School District
Wesley White and Randall Williams pictured with the
Student Counsel of Russellville High School.
The Student Counsel gave tours of the new Performing Arts
Building during Business After Hours to attendees.
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Coming Up!
10 Thursday, May 10
Thursday, June 14
105 Skyline Drive
407 North Arkansas
Please mark your calendars! You will not receive a printed invitation.
New
CALL YOUR LOCAL WEED MAN TODAY!
members
Advanced Auto Repair, Inc.
208 South Arkansas
Russellville, AR 72801
479-280-1989
479-567-5612
Automobile Repairs & Service
WWW.WEEDMANUSE.COM
479-967-6722
Membership
anniversaries
Members listed below have renewed their membership in the last quarter.,
50 - 70 Years
Vance Title Company
20 - 40 Years
Arkansas Valley Communications
Best Western Inn
Bibler Brothers Lumber Company
Brown & Brown Insurance
Burris Inc.
Cargill Pork
CenturyLink
Chartwells Catering
City Corporation
ConAgra Frozen Foods
Copper Pig
The Courier
Crow - Burlingame
Dependable Air Conditioning Co., Inc.
Duffield Gravel Company
Electric Motor Center of Russellville
Farm Credit Services of Western Arkansas
Feltner’s Athlete’s Corner
Fletcher Oil Co., Inc.
Friendship Community Care, Inc.
Good Deal Charlie
Inglewood Manor Apartments
Innovation Industries, Inc.
David Lingle & Son Manufacturing Co.
New’s Office Machines
Ownbey Agency, Inc.
PDQ Super Convenience Stores
J.C. Penney Co., Inc.
R & E Supply Inc.
Race Carpet & Vinyl
Regions Bank
Russellville Animal Clinic - Dr. David Oates
Russellville Dermatology Clinic, P.A.
Russellville Eye Clinic, P.A.
Russellville Janitorial Service
Russellville Periodontal Clinic
Russellville Printing Co., Inc.
Shelter Insurance - Robert Roberts
Snell Prosthetic & Orthotic Laboratory
Ms. Peggy Talkington
Max Taylor Oil Co., Inc.
Thomas G. Werner, D.P.M. - Foot Health Clinic
10 - 19 Years
Mr. Travis M. Adams
Ms. Amy Aikman C.P.A.
Arka-Valley Liquor, Inc.
Arkansas Restoration Services
Arkansas Valley Anesthesia Association
Beacon Tire & Service Center
Buggy’s
Bunting Electric, Inc.
Collector’s Gallery
The Coutts Law Firm P.A.
Cunningham Metals, Inc.
Elmo’s Truck Service, Inc.
Hodges & Assoc. Appraisals, Inc.
Italian Gardens Café
Carmella Knoernschild, D.D.S.
Mr. Michael Lamoureux, Attorney at Law
Lee Ann’s Fine Jewelry
Let’s Celebrate
Nabholz Construction
Notto Chiropractic Health Center, Inc.
Omega Solutions, Incorporated
P.J.’s Corner
Penmac Personnel
Positive Lock, Inc.
River Valley Warehouse
Russellville Country Club
Russellville Marina Boat Repair & Cabins
Securitas Security Services USA
Shelter Insurance - Matt Cooper
Mr. Trey Smith, Russellville City Attorney
State Beauty Supply
Sterling Steel
Mrs. Sharon Trusty and Mr. Fritz Kronberger
Emeritus at Wildflower
5 - 9 Years
AAA Fire Safety
Adkins & Associates
Advanced Solutions, Inc.
AMCARE Senior Life Partners
Applied Industrial Technologies
John L. Cochran, City of Russellville Fire Chief
D Sound
The Dardanelle Club
First Security Mortgage
Georgia Carpet Mill, LLC
Jim Ed Gibson, Pope County Judge
Hwy. 7 Auto Parts
Investment Professionals, Inc.
Keathley-Patterson
Legacy Capital Group
Legacy Heights Nursing and Rehab LLC
Marco’s Pan Bakery
Circuit Judge Mack McCain
Microplane Direct
Mullen Family Partnership
Murdock Portable Toilets, Septic & Storage
Newton Tire Company
Peters Family Living
Pizza Hut
Pope County Title Co., Inc.
Quiznos Subs
Russellville Rotary Club (noon)
Russellville Advertising & Promotion Commission
Salon 121
Squeaky Clean Carwash
TEC Staffing Services
Twin River Foods, Inc.
U.S. Forest Service - Supervisors Office
Western Millright Services, Inc.
Wilkins Bros. Outdoors
2 - 4 Years
Affordabull Solutions
Apprentice Information Systems, Inc.
Arkansas Tech Graduate College
Robert Bailey Electric, Inc.
Bowden Specialties
The Bug Man, Inc.
Cakes Alive!
Casa of the 5th Judicial District
Central Termite & Pest Control
Chutzpah Consulting
Comfort Inn & Suites
Diamond International
Dover School District
ENG Lending
Ms. Jeanice Falls
Freehold Properties
Galla Creek Golf Course/Country Club
Jones AC Heating & Refrigeration
Wayne A. Jones C.P.A. - Jones, Rose & Lawton
Keith’s Music
Bryan Mahan Appraisals, Inc.
Tom McMillen City of Russellville Police Chief
Mulan’s
Premium Protein Products
Pope County Historical Foundation - Potts Inn
Razorback Tanning and More
Recovery Zone Pediatric Therapy
Rock House Salon, Inc.
S & S Trailer Leasing & Sales
Scrapbook Panache
Subway - West Main
Vernon’s Auto Repair
Vinson Electric Supply Inc.
Vista Place Student Apartments
Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC
Yates Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
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11 Periodical Russellville, AR Leadership Russellville
Graduation
708 West Main, Russellville, AR 72801 Ph: (479) 968­2530 Fax: (479) 968­5894 chamber@russellville.org www.russellvillechamber.org June 1, 2012
12 noon to 1 pm
Lake Point Conference Center
$15/person
Reservations Required
Call 968-2530
The Russellville Area Business Connection (ISSN number 1931‐5576), Periodical is published quarterly by the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce, 708 West Main Street, Russellville, AR 72801‐3617. Application to mail periodicals postage is at (Russellville, AR) and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Russellville Area Business Connection, 708 West Main Street, Russellville, AR 72801‐3617. APRIL 9 Arkansas Scholars Banquet 6:00 pm 19 Leadership Russellville Law Enforcement Day 1:00 pm MAY 4 Chick Fil A Leadercast 8:00 am 10 Business After Hours ‐ Millard Henry OBGYN Clinic 4:30 pm 16 Speed Networking Event 8:00 am 17 Leadership Russellville Federal Government Day 10:00 am 23 New Member Reception 8:00 am 28 Chamber office closed in observance of Memorial Day JUNE 1 First Friday Luncheon ‐ Lake Point Conference Center Noon 7 Sunset Cinema Dusk 14 Business After Hours ‐ Liberty Bank of Arkansas 4:30 pm 15 Leadership Russellville Economic Development Day 9:00 am