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The Buchanan Realty Group – (731) 300-3071 – provides commercial real estate services throughout Tennessee. The group specializes in leasing, tenant representation, investment sales and acquisition – concentrating on retail, hospitality, c-store, medical, industrial and multi-family sectors.
First steel goes up at BlueOval City TCAT
The first steel is going up at BlueOval City Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology, located in the Memphis Regional Megasite in Haywood County, approximately 45 miles west of Jackson.
To prepare individuals for new jobs at BlueOval City, Ford introduced BlueOval Learning to empower future workers to build an EV future in America.
This talent development program will strengthen skills, provide teacher support and increase work-based learning experiences.
Among the key elements is the BlueOval TCAT: A state-of-the-art training center, a $40 million investment by the State of Tennessee and created with the Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology, that will serve as a hub for education resources and best-in-class training programs.
In September 2021, Ford announced the $5.6 billion project to build electric F-Series pickups at the 3,600-acre parcel of land – the Memphis Regional Megasite.
BlueOval City, is a joint venture with SK Innovation, which will build battery factories at the Tennessee site and in Glendale, Kentucky.
In West Tennessee, the project is predicted to boost the economies of several counties. Ford plans to employ about 6.000 workers at the plant, while construction of the factory and the arrival of Ford suppliers will create thousands more jobs.
Greater Jackson Chamber opens nominations for Leadership Jackson Class of 2023
Jackson, TENNESSEE – The Greater Jackson Chamber is now accepting nominations for the Leadership Jackson 2023 class. This adult leadership program is aimed at empowering business professionals to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Jackson-Madison County community and its opportunities and challenges.
Leadership Jackson offers an immersive three-month program that allows participants to explore Jackson, engage with influential leaders and take part in weekly sessions delving into critical topics affecting Jackson-Madison County.
Applicants can fill out a nomination form online at LeadershipJackson.com or at the 2023 Leadership Jackson Nomination form link. Applicants must be a Greater Jackson Chamber member, and a leader in their company or organization should nominate them.
They can nominate themselves if they are the primary decision maker. Due to class size, members must limit their nominations to one per chamber member.
The 2023 class will be led by Leadership Jackson Chair Margaret Livingston, University School of Jackson and Vice Chair Kris Kelley, Jackson Area Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency – JACOA.
The comprehensive curriculum of Leadership Jackson covers a diverse range of topics throughout the weekly sessions while also incorporating a concentration on leadership skill-building.
Lainey Hays opening Woodstock on Main Boutique Shoppes
Woodstock on Main Boutique Shoppes is scheduled to open at 235 West Main St., July 1, and be fully operational August 1.
Not to be confused with Woodstock Bakery & Co., LLC, this new shop will offer –
- Home decor/furniture
- Mens and Womens clothing
- Children’s clothing/accessories
- Homemade & Original crafts/arts
- Garden Section (coming at a later date)
- A large selection of small business owners with locally sold product.
- Working on potential activity/after hours businesses
Owner Lainey Hays said you can expect an edgy, chic vibe that brings out the fun-loving energy to downtown.
Business Spotlight – Mandy White, Greater Jackson Chamber, named one of top 50 economic developers in North America
Jackson, TENNESSEE – Mandy White, Chief Economic Development Officer for the Greater Jackson
Chamber, has been named one of the Top 50 Economic Developers in North America for 2023 by Consultant Connect.
This recognition highlights White’s outstanding contributions to economic development in the Jackson-Madison County community.
Consultant Connect, a consulting agency designed to bridge the gap between economic developers and site consultants, announces its 2023 list of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers.
The economic development professionals selected for this list were nominated by their colleagues in both the economic development and site location consulting industries for excellent practices, innovation and success in building the communities they serve.
Having served on the Greater Jackson Chamber staff for 24 years, Mandy White has been a driving force in promoting growth and development in the region.
West Tennessee Healthcare – Darletha Woods named employee of the month
Darletha Woods, who works as a scheduler in Surgery Business Services at West Tennessee Healthcare, has been named the organization’s employee of the month for May.
Darletha, who has been an employee at West Tennessee Healthcare for over 43 years, was presented the award by West Tennessee Healthcare vice-president Deann Thelen, and Angie Horton, Director, Perioperative & Procedural Areas, Surgery Business Services, when the Board of Trustees held its monthly meeting at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Tuesday.
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