Podcasts about greater memphis chamber

In this powerful episode of The Journey, host Larry Robinson sits down with Greg Duckett, Memphis native, attorney, healthcare executive, and civic leader—for a conversation full of grit, grace, and Black excellence. Raised in Westwood, educated at Oberlin, and now one of the city's most respected leaders, Duckett opens up about his early years, pivotal career moments, and the quiet strength it takes to thrive when you're often the only Black face in the room.

Join Joy Doss on "Her Journey," presented by Kudzukian Media Group, as she interviews Beverly Robertson, a trailblazer in marketing and communications from Memphis, Tennessee. From her roots in Orange Mound to her influential roles as CEO of the Greater Memphis Chamber and Executive Director of the National Civil Rights Museum, Beverly's story is one of resilience, faith, and community impact. Discover how she navigated challenges, embraced leadership, and continues to inspire others through her work and legacy. Proudly sponsored by NIKE, Black Community Commitment

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The economic development chief of the Greater Memphis Chamber says on “Behind The Headlines” that a replacement bridge is a much faster path forward. Plus, she talks about actively courting another automaker to the region. 

"America's dinner table is either made or moved through Memphis. We are feeding America from here, and that's important work." Cathy Pope of the Mid-South Food Bank and Gwyn Fisher of the Greater Memphis Chamber detail how Memphis can be both a hub for the food and beverage industry yet also have so many experiencing food insecurity. Tune in to hear how the solution is in the intersection of workforce development and access. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Celebrate What's Right: Bridge Over Troubled Waters on 11/28 Mid-South Food Bank Greater Memphis Chamber Greater Memphis Economic Research Group (GMERG) GMERG Food and Beverage Report This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

The Memphis In May International Festival was founded to promote foreign business investment in the city. The tradition will continue with the Greater Memphis Chamber announcing the 2024 honored country next week.

The Society of Entrepreneurs and Epicenter Memphis recently presented “Protecting Your Brand”, a panel on harnessing your skills to bring the best product to your customer while also knowing when to say no to protect the integrity of your brand. This panel features Susan Stephenson of Independent Bank, Shannon Briggs of Campfire Collective, Lisa Toro of City & State, Bartholomew Jones of Cxffeeblack, and our moderator Mike Bruns, retired Founder of Comtrak Logistics. We hope that you will enjoy this podcast featuring this very informative presentation. Susan Stephenson is a passionate Memphian, proud mom of four and grandmother of 12 perfect grandchildren. This is her 44th year in banking—the last 25 years at independent bank (i-bank) the company her partner and she founded in 1998.  She serves on several local boards, including the Women's Foundation for a Greater Memphis, New Memphis Institute, and is the current President of the Society of Entrepreneurs. Shannon Briggs is the founder and head trailblazer for Campfire Collective, a Memphis-based agency that specializes in igniting marketing and public relations campaigns for community-based organizations. Shannon serves on the board of the DeNeuville Learning Center for Women, Shelby County Drug Court Foundation, and East Buntyn ArtWalk. She is a graduate of Leadership Memphis and is an active member of the Greater Memphis Chamber ambassador program, The Society of Entrepreneurs Insights Group, and PRSA Memphis. Additionally, she was named the "2022 PR Executive of the Year" by PRSA Memphis and is a member of the 2023 Memphis Business Journal's 40 Under 40 class.  With over 20 years of experience and expertise in brand development and digital marketing, Lisa Toro has helped numerous organizations and businesses, including her own, craft their unique brand identities. Her expertise lies in developing comprehensive strategies that go beyond aesthetics and logos, delving deep into the essence of a brand and its authentic expression. In addition to her professional achievements, Lisa is deeply committed to giving back to her community. She actively mentors aspiring entrepreneurs, helping them develop their skills and nurturing the next generation of small businesses. Her dedication to fostering growth and empowering others has earned her respect and admiration from fellow business owners and mentees alike. Bartholomew Jones is an educator, emcee, avid coffee nerd, and native Memphian. He is also the co-founder of cxffeeblack, a renowned thought leader in matters regarding the African origins and diasporic future of coffee, and a key creative disruptor within the specialty coffee industry.  Bartholomew Jones, along with his wife Renata, intended to reinstate the origin, purpose, and integrity of cxffee through the knowledge of its Black history and being a part of its Black future, creating Cxffeeblack. As the movement, Cxffeblack, continues to press forward to educate community about the history of cxffee through the lens of Blackness; it also seeks to inspire the uniqueness, authenticity, and future of Black people. Links to items mentioned in the interview: Independent Bank Campfire Collective City and State Cxffeeblack Mike Bruns Society of Entrepreneurs  Epicenter

The chief economic development officer of the Greater Memphis Chamber said on “Behind The Headlines” that companies are seeking out the city's diversity when looking to expand or relocate. 

The incoming president and CEO of the Greater Memphis Chamber said most of the economic development projects the chamber is pursuing are advanced manufacturing plants. On “Behind The Headlines,” Ted Townsend called it a “vast change” from being a magnet for logistics and distribution that could bode well as Blue Oval City makes plans in Haywood County.

Want to add strategic pricing to your marketing tool box?    Go to InteliChek  or call 877-827-7273 and ask about our InteliShare Series!   InteliShare contains all of our promotional tools that you can use to promote your favorable prices, including our InteliAds, the printable flyers that you can show off in easel displays, InteliMedia, for your Digital Media Boards AND InteliWidgets, so you can show off price comparisons on your website and even let your customers schedule from the widget.     On September 27th, 2021 Ford Motor Company officially announced BlueOval City to the world—a $5.6 Billion Dollar MegaCampus in conjunction with SK On that will sit on 3,600 acres and will create around 6,000 jobs.    The MegaCampus will also house a battery manufacturing facility, battery recycling facility and a $40 million Tennessee College Of Applied Technology (TCAT) campus that will serve as Ford's primary training center and for its suppliers that will locate near the plant.   Ford envisions the site to be a sustainable automotive manufacturing ecosystem.   Brandon takes a road trip to visit the site just two months after Ford broke ground, visits the Chambers of Commerce in both Brownsville and Jackson, Tn to get a read on the economic impact this will have in West Tennessee as well as to get a better grasp of the scope and scale of the Ford MegaSite.   And lastly, Brandon stops to have lunch at Livingston's Soda Fountain and Grill, which has become a favorite for Ford associates. Livingston's has also developed The BlueOval Milkshake to welcome Ford to the area.   Featured music in today's episode is Visitants-Better Than Two   Go to InteliChek to see images of the construction and The BlueOval Milkshake         Ford Motor Company   Velocity   Velocity   Moving to Memphis, Tn   Greater Memphis Chamber   Greater Jackson Chamber   Brownsville/Haywood County Chamber   Livingston's Soda Fountain & Grill   TCAT Jackson

Today, we speak with Andrew Douglas, Morning and Digital Desk Anchor for Action News 5. Since 2006, Andrew has been proud to work for Action News 5, the first station to broadcast in the State of Tennessee and the first to send a broadcast TV signal into Mississippi. He loves the generosity and friendliness of Memphis. Andrew takes his responsibility to give back to the community seriously. In addition to his annual support of the United Way charities, he hosts and emcees events and fundraisers all across the Mid-South throughout the year. Some of them include the Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce and Collierville Chamber events. Andrew has been honored and recognized as one of the best news anchors in Tennessee by the Tennessee Associated Press. The Tennessee AP also honored him as one of the state's top reporters. He's received honors and awards from the Emmys and the Society of Professional Journalists. More Info: WMCTV: https://www.actionnews5.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/adouglaswmc?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AndrewDouglasWMCActionNews5/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adoug867/?hl=en

During the interview, Beverly talks about her time with Holiday Inn Worldwide and how it paved the way for her to grow into her role as a corporate executive, sharpening her skills for marketing, branding, communication, and leadership training and development. She talks about becoming an entrepreneur and small business owner with her husband, and then her stepping into the role of President of The National Civil Rights Museum, where she raised $43M during her tenure, which included the completion of an expansion of the Museum ($11M) and capital and endowment campaign ($32M). This capital campaign elevated the museum to world class status. She then talks about stepping into the role as President and CEO of The Greater Memphis Chamber, at a pivotal point in the organization, and how she immediately focused on alignment around creating a positive environment for business and community growth, economic development, and workforce development and readiness. She shares some of the important lessons learned from her experience with "From Protest to Progress" and advice for business leaders in embracing diversity and becoming more of a proactive force to power the GOOD. Beverly also talks about the importance of workforce readiness initiatives and supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, and then wraps up with a lightning round of personal favorite spots, inspiring quotes and more. Visit www.memphischamber.com to learn more and connect with Beverly Robertson. NOTE: Beverly Robertson recently announced she will be transitioning her role as President and CEO of the Greater Memphis Chamber to Ted Townsend in December, so she can return to the business she started with her husband years ago. We recorded the interview about a month ago, and it's a perfect opportunity now to celebrate her efforts, so we hope you enjoy it and learn more about how she has made a resounding difference in and for our community! About Beverly Robertson: Named one of the USA TODAY's “Women of the Century” in 2020, Beverly Robertson is the president and chief executive officer of the Greater Memphis Chamber since 2019. At head of the lead economic development organization for the region, she has championed shared prosperity, secured a historic number of jobs and investments, and raised funds to put the Chamber in its best financial position ever. Before joining the Chamber, Robertson served as president of the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis from 1997 to 2014. During her tenure, she led the museum in raising $43 million to fund a massive renovation that turned the museum and the attached Lorraine Motel, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated, into an internationally known destination. She also built the museum's annual Freedom Awards into a nationally and internationally recognized ceremony, even personally persuading former president of South Africa Nelson Mandela to come to Memphis to receive the award. A graduate of the University of Memphis, Robertson started her career in education before spending 19 years at Holiday Inn Worldwide, becoming acting vice president of marketing communications. A graduate of the Wharton School of Business' Leadership and Management Certificate program at the University of Pennsylvania and has competed the prestigious Getty Museum Leadership Institute in Los Angeles, Robertson serves on several local and national boards. She and husband Howard also own and operate TrusT Marketing. Together, they have three adult children and are also grandparents.

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Rob Recker, President of Chamber Benefits, Inc., which is a subsidiary of the Greater Memphis Chamber, who discusses a new health coverage option for small businesses through UnitedHealthcare, the largest insurer in the nation. The new option - level-funded health care - gives small businesses many of the same benefits that larger firms enjoy but with a structure and prices that are designed to meet their needs. Level-funded means Chamber members with 5-99 employees pay the same monthly premium for coverage throughout the year, and at the end of the year can get a surplus refund if claims are lower than expected. If claims are higher than expected, stop-loss insurance kicks in and protects the companies. Small businesse are encouraged to work through their brokers, like Lipscomb & Pitts Insurance, a Higginbotham partner, to learn more about the health coverage plan.You can also visit www.memphischamber.com to learn more.

Ron Coleman is the President of Competition Cams, a world leader in valve train technology, and under his management the company has acquired several other businesses, including TCI Automotive, LLC and Quarter Master Industries. Coleman founded the National Muscle Car Association, which is recognized as the largest national sanctioning group dedicated to street-legal vehicles. He is also the Founder, President and Chairman of Xceleration Media, LLC, which was acquired by Power Automedia. Coleman was elected to the White House Conference on Small Business twice. He served on the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Advisory Council, was a two time Delegate to the U.S. Congressional Small Business Summit, and was on the Advisory Council for the U.S. Small Business Administration. Coleman was active in issues involving government regulations and taxation of business, and testified before the Senate Small Business Committee to encourage the reduction of regulations that impact small business. Coleman was active in the U.S.-Japan Auto Parts Trade Agreement, which for the first time gave U.S. companies a fair chance to compete with product sales in Japan. Locally, Coleman is actively involved in the community and has supported such organizations as Memphis in May International Festival, Memphis Library Foundation, Catholic Charities of West Tennessee and the Greater Memphis Chamber, among others. He is also a graduate of Leadership Memphis. Links to items mentioned in the interview: COMP Cams Society of Entrepreneurs Profile National Muscle Car Association Power Automedia (formerly Xceleration Media) Small Business Administration Specialty Equipment Market Association Memphis in May International Festival Memphis Library Foundation Catholic Charities of West Tennessee Greater Memphis Chamber Leadership Memphis

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Beverly Robertson, President and CEO of the Greater Memphis Chamber, who shares GOOD news and highlights some of the recent big wins for the Memphis region, while providing an overview of their efforts around shaping public policy and being a catalyst for economic development and workforce development. During the interview, Beverly also discusses "From Protest to Progress." In 2020, after George Floyd's murder, Beverly convened leaders in the business, activist, and faith communities to find peaceful solutions to the region's social, racial, and economic disparities. Since then, this unique initiative – known as "From Protest to Progress" – has received international acclaim and has been credited with being one of the driving reasons behind why Memphis protests were as peaceful as they were. As the lead economic development organization for the region, the Chamber's mission is to relentlessly pursue prosperity for all. From Protest to Progress is just one of the ways the Chamber is working to create the on-ramps to prosperity that will lead to equitable growth for Memphis.Visit www.memphischamber.com to learn more.

Memphis becoming Nashville? That's the goal of our next guest as Ted Townsend of the Greater Memphis Chamber joins the show. Ted talks about how important the Ford site is going to be for the city, working with Former UofM President David Rudd, and what could be next for Memphis! For video options, click the link below. https://youtu.be/RRhv8aya6YM For more Ask Alan! The Podcast, click right here! https://cronelawfirmplc.com/resources/ask-alan/ Greater Memphis Chamber: https://memphischamber.com/

We've learned to "mind the gap" in various way through the years, but when was the last time you thought about the digital divide? Since the dawn of the internet, people have been connected electronically, often to a great advantage. But what happens when that connectivity isn't accessible? Find out what our city is doing to bridge the gap and innovate for our city for generations to come in today's episode. Ted Townsend of the Greater Memphis Chamber and Tiffany Collins of The City of Memphis explain what the tech is happening, and why the average Memphian should care. For a more robust conversation, join us on *March 29th for Celebrate What's Right: What the Tech? This episode is generously sponsored by Independent Bank.

On this episode, Shelby County Board of Commissioners Chairman, Willie F. Brooks Jr. is joined by Robert “Bobby” S. White, II, Chief Public Policy Officer for The Greater Memphis Chamber as they discuss: The work the Greater Memphis Chamber does to help facilitate small business growth in Memphis and Shelby County. The impact COVID-19 has had on the small businesses of Memphis and Shelby County. Information on how the Greater Memphis Chamber combated the potential loss of business on the economy of Memphis and Shelby County, and what steps were taken to preserve the small businesses in the communities

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Beverly Robertson, President and CEO of the Greater Memphis Chamber, and Dotty Summerfield Giusti of Summerfield Associates, Inc. and the Greater Memphis Chamber Small Business Council co-chair, who highlight the Greater Memphis Chamber's new Small Business Resiliency Playbook. During the interview, Beverly and Dotty talk about what led them to create the playbook, how the playbook was created, how it will help small businesses PROSPER, some important takeaways, and more.Visit www.smallbusinessresiliency.com to learn more or visit www.memphischamber.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/memphischamber/Twitter:  https://twitter.com/MemphisChamber

In this episode, we're talking about how transit affects economic development with two of Memphis' biggest cheerleaders, Beverly Robertson, chair of the Greater Memphis Chamber, and Willie Gregory, champion of Nike and President of the Greater Memphis Chamber Board. We'll get into why transit matters to our local businesses from the Fortune 500 to the mom & pop shops.

TDOT commissioner Clay Bright and Bobby White of the Greater Memphis Chamber talked about a new bridge on  “Behind The Headlines.” Bright estimates repairs to the Hernando DeSoto Bridge cost about $10 million. And he confirmed the agreement with Arkansas for inspections of the bridge will likely change as a result of the damage that shut down the bridge that went unnoticed for several years.

On this episode of Funky Politics, host Lee Eric Smith talks economic and social equality with Komichael Johnson, prominent real estate investor, urban planner and residential community builder in Atlanta and Ernest Strickland, Senior Vice President of Workforce Development for the Greater Memphis Chamber. We also hear a very special conversation with Dr. David Molapo. 

Episode Notes Happy Black Restaurant Week, Memphis! With a small idea and 100 boxes of macaroni and cheese, Pops Kernel popped onto the scene. This small side hustle quickly turned into 1,400 bags of popcorn for one event, then being featured in the City Tasting's Majority Box. Timkeo Wade-Davis and her family-owned business are leaving consumers buttered up and asking for more (flavors that is!). Then, April Childs-Potter of The Greater Memphis Chamber catches us op on the local economic sector including a revamp of the economic development program.

Episode Notes The Levitt Shell is one of the great treasures of our city, but so many are puzzled by it. Why is it there? When was it built? Who runs it? Get all of these questions and more answered, plus see how they plan to celebrate their 85th birthday (with some social distance, of course!). Then check in with The Greater Memphis Chamber's own Apryl Childs-Potter to see what's movin' & shakin' in 2021!

Episode Notes Kela Jones of Code Crew shares how Code Crew is flipping the script (er, code?) on the tech industry. Later, Apryl Childs-Potter of The Greater Memphis Chamber talks all things Memphis business.

On this episode of the Funky Politics, DC is joined by Beverly Robertson, CEO of the Greater Memphis Chamber. They take a dive into the impact COVID has had on small businesses in America and challenges ahead in rebuilding small business during a global pandemic. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.

This week, Alan talks with Memphis Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Beverly Robertson about all things Memphis. If you are proud of the city of Memphis, this is the podcast for you! If you want to watch the video, check out our YouTube page! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcX2vN-Spss&t=1s For more Ask Alan! The Podcast, click right here! https://cronelawfirmplc.com/resources/ask-alan/ Greater Memphis Chamber: https://memphischamber.com/

On this episode Shelby County Board of Commissioners Chairman, Mark Billingsley is joined by Beverly Robertson, CEO of the Greater Memphis Chamber. as they discuss: The work the Greater Memphis Chamber does to help facilitate small business growth in Memphis and Shelby County. The impact COVID-19 has had on the small businesses of Memphis and Shelby County. Information on how the Greater Memphis Chamber plans to combat the potential loss of business on the economy of Memphis and Shelby County, and what steps are being taken to preserve the small businesses in the communities

On this episode Shelby County Board of Commissioners Chairman, Mark Billingsley discusses: Leadership within the Greater Memphis Chamber with Chairman Willie Gregory. Goals and Initiatives of the Greater Memphis Chamber. Chairman Willie Gregory's experience with Nike. Tremendous development opportunities in the Community.

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