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July 4: Chamber offices closed for July4th holiday.

August 10: New Teacher Orienta-tion. Goody Bags will be given to each newteacher and Chamber member businesseswanting to include an item should contactMelanie Mann at 252-438-8414.

August 27: Second of three “MeetMe in the Street” free community concertsfor 2015 to be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.along Breckenridge Street in DowntownHenderson. Featured band is “TheKonnection Band”.

September 18: Third of three“Meet Me in the Street” free communityconcerts for 2015 to be held from 5:30 to8:30 p.m. along Breckenridge Street inDowntown Henderson. Featured band is“Steve Owens and Summertime”.

September 20: Candidate’sForum to be held in the Vance CountyCommissioner’s Chambers from 3 - 5 p.m.Candidates running for local office willintroduce themselves and answer questions.This event is a combined effort of theChamber, The Daily Dispatch and WIZS.Sponsorships are available by contacting theChamber at info@hendersonvance.org or252-438-8414.

October 22: 17th AnnualChamber Challenge Golf Tournamentpresented by BB&T. To be held atHenderson Country Club beginning at noon.For sponsorship opportunities, contactMelanie Mann at 252-438-8414.

Upcoming Events

July/August 2015

2-3 4-5 6-7 Ribbon Cuttings cont’d, BoydBAH, Ambassador Spotlight,

Inside This Issue: Ribbon cuttingsVanessa Jones Joins Staff, 13Graduate Leadership Vance,Membership Anniversaries

A total of 20 rising sophomores in high school completed the 2015 Vance County Schoolof Excellence June 15-19. The participating students represented four high schools in VanceCounty.

Those students attendingfrom Northern Vance HighSchool were Jaylen Webb, ArahWells, Clara Bobbitt, AbrahamWright, Sarai Ross, MiayaOwens, Eric McAllister,Yasmin Walker.

Students participatingfrom Southern Vance HighSchool included AreliClemente, Ciara Gregory,Kimberly Rice, Mya Neal,Walter Hernandez, YareliAguilar, Adam Short,Brandon Loyd. Vance County Early College High School students taking part in the program were LehmanFord, Suzanne Williams, McKenzie Taylor.

Eugenia Parish, a student at Kerr-Vance Academy also participated.During the program, the students participated in four all-day sessions and completed the

week with a half day of activities. The first day involved a community service project with thestudents assisting volunteers with the Rebuilding Hope organization to help build handicapramps. On the second day, the students took part in team building activities, rock wall climbingand high ropes challenges in the gymnasium at Western Vance High School. The day’s activitieswere led by James Realon, physical education teacher at Western Vance, and Randall Bullock, avolunteer. The third day of the week featured visits and tours at five industries and businesses inVance County. The tours were of Duke Energy, Jerry's Artarama, Wal-Mart DC #6091, CarolinaCountry Snacks, & MARS Pet Care. The fourth day of the program involved informationsessions, tours and activities at Vance-Granville Community College, as well as lunch at theSatterwhite Point Marina on Kerr Lake and visits to the Vance County 911 Center, the VanceCounty Courthouse and the Henderson Police Department. On their final day, students heard aspecial presentation about overcoming personal obstacles by Whitney Johnson, a Northern Vancegraduate and U.S. Presidential Schloar.

The Vance County School of Excellence was sponsored again this year by WalmartDistribution Center #6091, which awards a $1,500 grant to fund most of the costs of theprogram. The program is presented through a partnership by Vance-Granville CommunityCollege, the Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce and Vance County Schools.

We would like to thank the many local businesses who supported and made possible thisyear’s program. They include: Rebuilding Hope Inc., Western Vance High School, Duke Energy,Jerry’s Artarama, MARS Petcare, Satterwhite Point Marina, the Vance County 911 Center, theVance County Sheriff ’s Department and the Henderson Police Department.

School of Excellence 2015

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Chamber Membership AnniversariesThe Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate the following members on their Chamber

Membership Anniversaries and wish them a BIG THANK YOU for their ongoing support of the local Chamber!

COMPANYAhner Security, Inc.Belk, Inc.Coldwell Banker Advantage-HendersonCommunity Home Care & HospiceCurrin’s Real EstateGranville-Vance District Health DepartmentGupton Services, Inc.Propel GPS, LLCRaleigh Road Outdoor Theater - Silly Place Entertainment, LLCRevlonState Farm Insurance, Janet A. Cox, AgentThermo King of HendersonVance Charter SchoolVance County Arts CouncilWilliam D. Hoyle, CPA, PLLC

A.B. Hair Carpets, Inc.Ballet Arts, Inc.Builder Tony Hirst, LLCCarolina Cooling & Heating, Inc.Carolina Country SnacksCentral Baptist ChurchClero Landscaping IncGranville Health SystemHenderson Lions ClubHenderson Wellness Center, PAInstinctive Healing MassageKerr-Vance AcademyLamplight Inn Bed and Breakfast & Tobacco Farm CampOcconeechee Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaOrthopaedic Specialists of NCPete Smith Automotive GroupPretty NailsRotary Club of HendersonSchool of Graphic ArtsSpringleaf FinancialStepping Out Hair StudiosStuf-It-Storage and RentalsVance Commons, Senior ApartmentsVance County Community FoundationW. W. Properties & Rentals

CONTACTDavid ArnerMaria HurstGayla StricklandTerry AdcockW.A. CurrinEva BrownIrving GuptonSheri JonesMark & Jennifer FrankSandy HicksJanet CoxJeanette CornettSean ConnolleyAlice Clark-SallinsWilliam Hoyle

Linda JusticeAlecia LakernickTony HirstDennis DavisDwight FrazierRandy MannPowell FoxScott ThomasDarylynn OxendineDr. Brandon TaylorChristina BrockPaul VillaticoShirley PayneAdam Van StedumStephanie JonesDonnie FrenchVicky NguyenCliff RogersEddie DickersonBecky ClaiborneWytisha GreenJim JohnsonTerry BoydKatie CrumplerCurtis White

JOIN DATEJuly 1, 1993July 27, 2009July 17, 2003July 1, 2004July 1, 1994July 30, 2008July 1, 1994July 24, 2013July 30, 2013July 1, 2001July 30, 2013July 24, 2012July 9, 1999July 2, 2001July 23, 2010

August 1, 1995August 1, 1995August 13, 2003August 13, 2007August 1, 1995August 20, 2013August 10, 2014August 15, 2006August 7, 2000August 28, 2001August 23, 2012August 1, 1990August 30, 2002August 1, 2006August 20, 2012August 14, 2002August 13, 2014August 29, 2000August 7, 2006August 17, 2000August 19, 2014August 19, 2005August 23, 2011August 13, 2008August 1, 1995

July Anniversaries

August Anniversaries

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13 Graduate Leadership Vance 2015The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce has finished its 2015 Leadership Vance Program and will graduate 13 on July 23rd.

The graducation ceremony will take place at Henderson Country Club and will feature speakers from among the class as well as a slideshowwith pictures from all sessions of the six month program.

The Leadership Vance program is designed to inform,challenge and educate participants on the opportunities and needsof the community and to strengthen their leadership skills whileteaching about the social, economic, and political dynamics thatshape our community. The intensive training and exposure to allaspects of the community help provide participants with thehistorical background and the skills necessary for civic andcommunity positions. The program is ultimately designed tocreate a group of informed and dedicated leaders who willcontribute to the community.

Participants in this year’s class were: Kevin Bullock, 1450 AMWIZS Radio; Michelle Daniels, City of Henderson; LanishaDaye, Vance County Schools; Randy Gilmore, Century Link;Jermiel Hargrove, Vance-Granville Community College; ChristinaLyons, Maria Parham Medical Center; Patti McAnally, PerryMemorial Library; Jerry “Frankie” Nobles, Vance County AnimalControl; Ed O’Brien, Walmart DC #6091; Torreak Owens,Carolina Country Snacks; Lynn Thomas, Kerr Lake RegionalWater Plant; David Robinson, Vance County Planning &Development; and Travis Thompson, Maria Parham MedicalCenter.

Participants were exposed to various aspects of Henderson and Vance County, specifically in regard to city and county government, healthand community resources, economic development, agriculture and natural resources, history and media, and criminal justice and law.

The group is also required to participate in a community service project and this year’s class chose to do a beautification project oflandscaping and planting flowers at the new cancer wing of Maria Parham Medical Center. That work was done on July 7th.

Vanessa Jones Joins Chamber StaffVanessa Jones became the newest member of the Chamber staff on June 22 as Work First

Coordinator.Jones worked in the Vance County school system for five years before joining the Vance-Granville

Community College staff in 1988 as assistant coordinator and advisor at the college’s Warren CountyCampus. In 1996, she became a counselor at VGCC’s main campus. Jones also held leadershippositions as Dean of Student Development and Advancement Services, Vice President ofCommunity and Economic Development, and Dean of Academic and Career Pathways. She retired asDean of the Warren County Campus and Special Projects.

The Work First Coordinator works in conjunction with the Department of Social Services toconduct a monthly employability skills class entitled “Steps to Self Sufficiency” for eligible Work Firstclients. The class, held at the Franklin/Vance/Warren Annex Building, is also partnered with the VanceGranville Community College Human Resources Development Deptartment. Participants in the classare referred by DSS and are thoroughly trained for three consecutive weeks on goal setting, proper jobsearching techniques, interviewing skills, resume preparation, and more. Participants also take theNational Work Keys Certification Test through VGCC at no cost. In addition to class responsibilities,the coordinator meets with employers to discuss hiring needs and matches elegible clients withavailable jobs.

“Jones brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this position and we are happy to have her.” said Chamber President John Barnes.When asked what her motivation was to get back to work, Jones said, “I want to serve in a role where I can be a help to others and give

back to the local community”. Please help the Chamber welcome Vanessa Jones to the Chamber family.

13 Graduate Leadership Vance 2015The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce has finished its 2015 Leadership Vance Program and will graduate 13 on July 23rd.

The graducation ceremony will take place at Henderson Country Club and will feature speakers from among the class as well as a slideshowwith pictures from all sessions of the six month program.

The Leadership Vance program is designed to inform,challenge and educate participants on the opportunities andneeds of the community and to strengthen their leadershipskills while teaching about the social, economic, and politicaldynamics that shape our community. The intensive trainingand exposure to all aspects of the community help provideparticipants with the historical background and the skillsnecessary for civic and community positions. The programis ultimately designed to create a group of informed anddedicated leaders who will contribute to the community.

Participants in this year’s class were: Kevin Bullock,1450 AM WIZS Radio; Michelle Daniels, City ofHenderson; Lanisha Daye, Vance County Schools; RandyGilmore, Century Link; Jermiel Hargrove, Vance-GranvilleCommunity College; Christina Lyons, Maria ParhamMedical Center; Patti McAnally, Perry Memorial Library; Jerry“Frankie” Nobles, Vance County Animal Control; EdO’Brien, Walmart DC #6091; Torreak Owens, CarolinaCountry Snacks; Lynn Thomas, Kerr Lake Regional WaterPlant; David Robinson, Vance County Planning & Development; and Travis Thompson, Maria Parham Medical Center.

Participants were exposed to various aspects of Henderson and Vance County, specifically in regard to city and county government, healthand community resources, economic development, agriculture and natural resources, history and media, and criminal justice and law.

The group is also required to participate in a community service project and this year’s class chose to do a beautification project oflandscaping and planting flowers at the new cancer wing of Maria Parham Medical Center. That work was done on July 7th.

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ribbon cuttings grand openingsfocusQuilt LizzyQuilt Lizzy held a ribbon cutting to celebrate their currentexpansion efforts and new membership with the Henderson-Vance County Chamber on June 30. The business is locatedat 110 E. Macon Street in Warrenton. Starting in 2011 aswhat she thought would be a quilt-finishing shop, ownerSusan Harris opened the storefront as a longarm studio tooffer quilting supplies and complement her online business.However, Quilt Lizzy has become a destination quilt shopbringing customers to Warrenton from across the state.Because of this success, Harris is expanding to a secondlocation at 115 E. Market Street. The new location as wellas a third now being added to the mix, will become the QuiltLizzy Training Campus and will inculde multiple classroomsoffering quilting workshops with high-tech video projectionto assist in instruction. Quilt Lizzy was named the 2014Small Business of the Year by the Warren County Chamberof Commerce. To contact Quilt Lizzy, call 252-257-7117 orsee them on the web at www.quiltlizzy.com. They are openTuesday - Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm.

The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce is currently offering its membership asponsorship opportunity like never before! The 2015 Chamber Pinnacle Program offersmember businesses the opportunity to make a one-time annual investment that will allow

them maximum publicity and exposure throughout the year at Chamber events and programs.If your company is interested in taking advantage of this opportunity, please contact

President John Barnes and see what this program can do for you.

Thank You to ourChamber Champions

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Red Roof PlusA ribbon cutting and Business After Hours was held onJune 4th for Red Roof PLUS+® at 200 Simmons Street inHenderson to celebrate their Grand Opening and Cham-ber membership. Attendees enjoyed hot food, coldbeverages and really great door prizes! The propertyincludes all NextGen® upgrades: modern furniture, flatscreen TVs, 36 HD channels, vessel sinks, wood-likefloors, additional electrical outlets, a 100% smoke-freedesignation, high-end bedding, in-room red accent walland renovated lobby featuring stone accent wall. Thenew Red Roof PLUS+® Premium room includes acomplimentary welcome snack box which containsbottled water, popcorn, orange juice, trail mix and twogranola bars. In-room coffee/tea, an iron and ironingboard, mini-fridge, microwave, in-room communicationand an additional pillow are also included. Four-leggedfamily members stay at no additional charge.The hospitality company offers a great price for a clean,comfortable room and a helpful staff. To make yournext reservation for those guests visiting from out oftown, call 252-438-6300.

ExQuizid Cuts 2.0A ribbon cutting was held on June 9 to celebrate theopening of ExQuizid Cuts 2.0, a full-service barbershop owned by Lucas perry. Located at 208 S. GarnettStreet, the shop offers a variety of services includinghair cutting, styling, quick weaving and designing.There are 5 barbers on staff (with one chair availablefor another to join) and 2 stylists. ExQuizid Cuts has aheart for the community and pairs with the Boys & GirlsClub to help families in need with free haircuts for back-to-school as well as a toy drive during Christmas.Owner Lucas Perry was also a part of the St. Baldrick’sDay charity event for the last 2 years through dona-tions as well as doing haircuts. The business operatesMonday-Friday from 8 am to 6 pm, Saturdays from 6am to 3 pm and can be reached at 252-767-1580 or onsocial media at facebook.com/exquizidcuts andinstagram@exquizid20.

Daurity DentistryDaurity Family Dentistry held a Ribbon-Cutting Cer-emony on June 29 at 4 PM. The event featured officetours, food and beverages. Dr. Daurity and her dentalteam thanked those in attendance for their support ofDaurity Family Dentistry and for welcoming them intothe community. Daurity Family Dentistry, located at 511Ruin Creek Road in Henderson is excited about servingthe dental health needs of Henderson and the surround-ing area for years to come. Dr. Daurity and her friendlystaff provide outstanding dental care for the entirefamily including General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistryservices such as Dental Exams, Cleanings, X-rays,Dentures, Dental Makeover, Teeth Whitening, Veneers,Crowns, & more. They focus on exams that not onlyexamine the overall health of your teeth and gums, butalso provide the information necessary to keep yoursmile healthy and beautiful for a lifetime. They believethat preventative care and education are keys to optimaldental health. For more information or to make anappointment, call 252-438-8146. Operating hours areMonday - Thursday form 8 AM - 4:30 PM.

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member news chamber briefsfocusPremier Women’s HealthThe Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce in partner-ship with the Granville County Chamber of Commerce,hosted a ribbon cutting on May 21 to honor PremierWomen’s Health and the opening of their NEW facility.Premier Women’s Health Professionals provides completeobstetrical and gynecological services, as well as medicaland surgical evaluations and management of complexgynecological problems. Their NEW clinic is located inOxford at 1209 S.E. Industry Drive (across the street fromRevlon), conveniently located off of I-85 exit 206. For moreinformation, please contact Premier Women’s Health at252-492-8576 or check them out on the web atwww.pwhpobgyn.com/contact-us.

Drake DentistryA ribbon cutting was held on May 21 for Drake Dentistry at1215 SE Industry Drive in Oxford to celebrate their newfacility and membership with both the Granville CountyChamber and Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce. AtDrake Dentistry, your smile is top priority. Dr. Drake andhis entire team are dedicated to providing personalized,quality dental care. Their office provides all that moderndentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list ofgeneral, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meetthe needs of the whole family. Their goal is to assist eachpatient in achieving and maintaining long term dental healthand a beautiful smile using state-of-the-art procedures. Formore information, contact Drake Dentistry at 919-693-9555or check them out on the web at www.myoxforddentist.com.

Five & UnderA ribbon cutting was held on May 18 to celebrate the openingof Five and Under and their membership with the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce. The retail store saves youtime by staying fixated on life’s simple supplies such ashealth and beauty aids, food and snacks, candy, toys, gifts,gift bags and wrap, laundry detergent and household clean-ing supplies. And the best part is that they sell all of theseproducts for $5 or less! The business operates Monday-Saturday from 10 am to 8 pm and Sundays from noon to 6pm. Five and under is located at 1654 North Garnett Streetin Henderson. Stop in and visit with them at their convenientlocation or for more information, please call 252-430-8430.

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Charles Boyd Chevrolet-Cadillac-Buick-GMC, Inc. hosted a BusinessAfter Hours on May 7 from 5:30 to 9 pm to showcase their new showroomfacility and to provide a fellowship event for the community.

The event featured tours of the new showroom and service areas aswell as vendor tents from various businesses in the community. A varietyof foods and softdrinks were available in abundance and there weredrawings and giveaways throughout the evening. Ruin Creek AnimalProtection Society of Henderson volunteers manned a booth providinginformation about the organization and what it does and acceptingdonations.

The featured event of the eveing was a live concert by Jackie Gore, “theFather of Beach Music” and founding member of The Embers. Goreshared a collection of his Beach Music hits including “I Love Beach Music”.Members of several Shagg clubs were present and transformed theshowroom floor into a dance floor.

A long-time local business and Chamber member, Charles Boyd Chevrolet-Cadillac-Buick-GMC, Inc. is located at 250 Ruin Creek Roadin Henderson and can be reached at Sales: 252-654-4595 or Service: 252-654-0341. And as their slogan says, they are “just down the road from thehigh prices”.

Boyd Hosts Business After Hours

Katie Bloom is a Universal Banker at Citizens Community Bank’s newest fullservice branch in Henderson. She has been in the banking industry for 5 yearsand was previously employed with Wachovia and Wells Fargo. She also ownsand operates her own photography business from home called CreativeConcepts Photography.

Bloom moved to North Carolina from Pennsylvania in 2000 to obtain her degreein Photojournalism from Randolph Community College in Asheboro, NC. Shehas lived in 6 different cities in North Carolina but has decided to makeHenderson her permanent home.

Katie has been involved in many community and chamber events includingribbon cuttings for new businesses, several Business After Hours events and asa volunteer at Meet Me in the Street. She has also volunteered her time to assistVance County Tourism with their annual car show event.

Bloom is excited to become an Ambassador for the Henderson-Vance Chamberof Commerce and looks forward to meeting everyone!

Katie BloomMarket Executive, CCB

Ambassador Spotlight

Fred’s Towing & Transport, Inc.400 Industry Drive

Henderson, NC 27537Phone: 252-430-0082

Fax: 252-438-3943

ExQuizid Cuts 2.0208 South Garnett Street

Henderson, NC 27536Phone: 252-767-1580FAX: 252-436-6007

WELCOMENew Members

HENDERSON-VANCE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC.414 S. Garnett Street, PO Box 1302, Henderson, NC 27536

PHONE: 252.438.8414 FAX: 252.492.8989www.hendersonvance.org chamber@hendersonvance.org

2015 CHAMBER OFFICERSTanya Evans ChairLarry Mathiot First Vice-ChairSusan Rogers Second Vice-ChairMel Manning TreasurerJenny Hester Immediate Past Chair

The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce representsthe interests of the business community in those matters that

affect the ability of local businesses to prosper and grow, and theability of Henderson and Vance County to attract new

businesses.

MISSION STATEMENT

BOARD OF DIRECTORS2013-2015Tammy Care Maria Parham Medical CenterTanya Evans Progress EnergyDave Genetti Toyota/Scion of HendersonPhil Hart DataforgeMel Manning Quality InvestmentsLarry Mathiot CenturyLink

CHAMBER STAFFJohn Barnes PresidentAnnette Roberson Director of Membership ServicesMelanie Mann Office ManagerVanessa Jones Work First CoordinatorSheri Jones Communications Consultant

2015 CHAMBER AMBASSADORSKatie Bloom CCBMichael Bobbitt IndividualChristina Brock Instinctive Healing MassageKevin Bullock WIZS 1450AMGina DeMent Cardinal Innovations Healthcare SolutionsCheryl Elman Dave Elman Hypnosis InstituteFreda Hawley Walmart Distribution Center #6091Twanna Jones ACTsJulia Langston Henderson Family YMCAMarylaura McKoon E.O. Young, Jr. Elementary SchoolClareese Moss ShortcakesPam Norwood Magnolia Management, LLCHolly Nix Henderson Wellness CenterJoan Robinson Kittrell Job Corps CenterKimberly Robinson Rosemyr Corporation/AA Self StorageSusan Rogers Chick-fil-AVal Short Triangle North Healthcare FoundationSandra Wilkerson Charles Boyd Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, GMC, Inc.

EX-OFFICIO DIRECTORSArchie Taylor Chair, Vance County

Board of CommissionerssStuart Litvin Director, Vance County

Economic Development CommissionPhil Hart Chair, Henderson-Vance Downtown Development

CommissionDr. Stelfanie Williams President, Vance-Granville

Community CollegePete O’Geary Mayor, City of HendersonRonald Gregory Superintendent, Vance County SchoolsMarcus Barrow Chief, Henderson Police DepartmentBrian Sinotte CEO, Maria Parham Medical CenterPaul Ross Executive Director, Henderson Family YMCA

2014-2016Manager (TBA) Walmart Distribution Center #6091Gina Dement Cardinal Innovations Healthcare SolutionsDwight Frazier Carolina Country SnacksJenny Hester Prim Development & RentalsManager (TBA) Mars PetcareKim Jordan

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252-433-0075

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