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Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s

BUSINESS CALL June 2015

8TH ANNUAL

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Chamber Night Out | Kiwanis Meet and Greet | PLI Visits Reclaimed Mine Sites

June 2015 - Volume VIII, Issue XII

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Inside the Chamber Chamber Hosts Kiwanis Meet and Greet..................................................... 3 8th Annual Links of Learning....................................................................... 4 Chamber Night Out at the Hilton Garden Inn............................................. 5 PLI Visits Reclaimed Mine Sites................................................................... 6 Chamber Welcomes New Board Members.................................................. 8

Chamber Connections PMC is a level II Trauma Center................................................................... 9 BSCTC Presidential Meet and Greet.......................................................... 10 We’re still here: JWT Boosts Economy in Prestonsburg........................... 11 Lockhart Named Vice President of Enrollment Management.................. 11 Events Calendar............................................................................................. 12

2014-2015 Officers & Executive Board Members Chairman: John Blackburn First Commonwealth Bank Chairman Elect: Shadd Walters US Bank Vice Chairman: Rick Newsom Community Trust Bank Treasurer: Lynette Schindler Lynette Schindler, CPA Secretary: Sam Carter TECO Immediate Past Chairman: Tracy Syck Shred All Documents Brad Hall AEP-Kentucky Power Jennifer Brown Redd, Brown, & Williams James D. England Peoples Insurance Agency Joel Thornbury Care More Pharmacy

Board of Directors Brad Hall AEP - Kentucky Power Bruce Walters Bruce Walters Ford David Baird Baird & Baird David Stratton Stratton Law Firm J.R. Blackburn Merrill Lynch James D. England Peoples Insurance Agency Jeff Vanderbeck Appalachian News-Express Jennifer Brown Redd, Brown, & Williams Jim Hobbs Citizens National Bank Jim Workman Community Trust Bank Joe Adams Pikeville Coca-Cola Joel Thornbury Care More Pharmacy Howard Roberts University of Pikeville Laura Damron Pikeville Medical Center Mike Harris Pepsi Mike McCoy MCNB Neil Middleton WYMT-TV Paul David Slater SNF-Flomin Coal Philip Elswick Summit Engineering Rick Newsom Community Trust Bank Russ Barker Appalachian Regional Healthcare Shannon Wright Wright Concrete W. Allen Gillum Appalachian Wireless

Chamber Staff Jacob Colley: President/CEO Pam Mullins: Accounting Manager Kelly Rowe: Events & Programs Manager Abigail Gibson: Communications Manager

Charter Members, thank you for your continuous support!

INSIDE THE CHAMBER

Chairman’s Circle

Chamber Hosts Kiwanis Meet and Greet On June 11, the Chamber hosted a meet and greet with the members of the Pikeville Chapter of Kiwanis International. Community, Chamber, and Kiwanis members attended the luncheon event. Howard Keith Hall, a longtime Kiwanian and current Treasurer of the Pikeville Chapter, gave a presentation explaining what Kiwanis International is and what projects the Pikeville chapter has accomplished. Kiwanians are extremely active in local communities year round. The Pikeville Chapter has assisted in building a special needs playground located at Bob Amos Park, volunteered countless hours stocking shelves at local shelters and food pantries, and various other projects that focus on the Kiwanis mission of serving children of the world. Pikeville chapter of Kiwanis meets every Thursday at noon. For more information about Kiwanis in Pikeville, you can call 606.437.3320. Kiwanis International is a global organization of members that are dedicated to serving the children of the world. Kiwanis and its family of clubs – more than 600,000 members strong – annually raise more than $100 million and dedicate more than 18.5 million volunteer hours to strengthen communities and serve children. Kiwanis clubs, located in 80 nations, help their communities in countless ways. By working together, members achieve what one person cannot accomplish alone.

Founder’s Circle AAA Real Estate Busy Bee Septic Systems Economy Drug Pamela C. Howard, PT Lynette Schindler CPA, PSC ShredAll Documents Vantage Point, Inc. Peoples Insurance

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On Friday, May 29, 2015, the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce hosted its 8th Annual Links for Learning Golf Scramble. The event was held at StoneCrest Golf Course in Prestonsburg, Ky. The event rose over $6,500 for the Chamber’s Foundation for Education. The funds raised during the golf scramble are placed into the Chamber’s Foundation for Education fund. The Chamber utilizes these funds for $5000 in annual grants to local schools. Any school in the Chamber’s 8-county footprint is eligible to apply. In mid-August, the Chamber will open grant applications to schools of the region. During the 8th Annual Links for Learning Golf Scramble, Chamber members sponsored 4-player teams to compete in the event. H2O Construction won first place, with U.S. Bank and Community Trust Bank winning second and third place. Prizes were also given for the Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin and Longest Putt. Presenting sponsors for the event included Speaker of the House Greg Stumbo, Senate Minority Leader Ray S. Jones and Representative Leslie Combs. U.S. Bank and Shred All’s sponsorship provided lunch for the teams. Appalachian Wireless sponsored the Awards, Gifts and Prizes for this event. 4 | BUSINESS CALL

The 1st place team H2O Construction – Pictured from L to R: Patrick Damron and Steve Lockhart

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CHAMBER NIGHT OUT AT THE HILTON GARDEN INN On June 18, over 70 Chamber and community members came together for an evening of networking and fun for the Chamber’s Foundation for Education. The event, "Chamber Night Out at the Hilton Garden Inn," was presented by Alltech Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co., Perry Distributors, and the Hilton Garden Inn. Jacob S. Colley, President/CEO at the SEK Chamber opened up the event by welcoming everyone and thanking all sponsors. Colley introduced Mark Coffman, Town Branch Master Distiller, who gave a brief history about Alltech’s Lexington Brewery and Distillery and their plans to build a brewery and distillery in Pikeville. The new facility in Pikeville will be named "Dueling Barrels." “We are looking forward to coming into Pikeville. We are going to try to bring more tourism into this area, that’s really the goal behind this. We really think there is a good opportunity here,” said Coffman, Town Branch Master Distiller. Dinner followed the opening remarks with a special menu paired with Alltech Spirits. The rest of the evening attendees listed to entertainment provided by Jason Goble from Prestonsburg. The proceeds from the event were contributed to the Chamber’s Foundation for Education. The Chamber utilizes the Foundation funds for annual grants to local schools. Any school in the Chamber’s 8-county footprint is eligible to apply. In mid-August, the Chamber will open grant applications to schools of the region.

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PLI Visits Reclaimed Mine Sites On June 4, 2015, Patton Leadership Institute held its latest session on the potential for economic opportunities on post-mining sites. Over 20 class members visited locations that have succeeded in reclaiming mine sites to create productive businesses and reforest the region. The tour was organized by John Justice of CEDAR. The class started their tour at D & D Ranch in Perry County. The ranch was created after Pine Branch Coal Sales mined the site. The Perry County ranch has 800 to 1,000 acres of pasture to raise over 300 cattle. Since 1989, D & D Ranch has added over a million dollars to the economy. What once was home to a surface mine is now the site of a thriving business for the region. The class was able to discuss how reclaimed mine sites can help our economy develop. The class also visited reforestation research sites. Reforesta¬tion experts explained how formerly mined lands are re-estab¬lished to create healthy and productive forests. The class was able to see how reforestation sites can not only help the economy, but the environment as well. The sites play an important role in flood control, water quality, biodiversity, and carbon seques¬tration. The mined land can support renewable and sustainable resources of forests, watersheds, and wildlife. “The tours were an eye-opening experience for many of the Patton Leadership Institute class to see how post-mining lands can be used to create new economic opportunity for the region.” said Jacob Colley, President/CEO of the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.

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INSIDE THE CHAMBER

Patton Leadership Institute and Leadership Floyd County during their joint visit to the University of Kentucky’s Reforestation research sites on reclaimed mine land.

The leadership class of 2015 will end next month with a session devoted to regional tourism. In August, the class will be recog¬nized at the Chamber’s 59th Annual Awards Banquet. Applica-tions will be available August 1 for next year’s leadership class. For further information, please contact the Chamber offices at (606) 432-5504.

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Chamber Welcomes New Board Members Each fiscal year the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce introduces eight new members to its Board of Directors for a three year term. The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the incoming members to the Board of Directors. New Chamber Board of Directors: • Dr. G. Devin Stephenson, President/CEO, Big Sandy Community and Technical College • Tracy Syck, President/CEO, Shred-All • Kevin Elam, District Manager, Food City • Mike Alexander, General Manager, Hilton Garden Inn of Pikeville • Randy Walters, General Manager, Walters Chevrolet • Barry Clark, District Manager, Transamerica Agency Network • Sam Carter, Director of Business Development, TECO Coal Company • Tony Mullins, Owner, BT Media Group, LLC. These individuals will serve the Chamber’s Board of Directors until June 30, 2018. “I am extremely honored to be serving with such an amazing group of business and community leaders,” said Shadd Walters, who will serve as Chairman of the Southeast Kentucky Chamber Board for the upcoming year. “Our regional economy currently has its challenges, but with challenges comes many new opportunities. I look forward to our board and Jacob leading the Chamber as we continue to work to ensure Eastern Kentucky is capitalizing on every opportunity.” “Each of our new board members brings talent, expertise, and energy to the table, which will be extremely valuable as we work to find innovative ways for our region’s economy to thrive,” said President/CEO of the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Jacob S. Colley, remarking on the new board of directors. “We are very fortunate to have such an amazing group of new leaders for our board. I look forward to serving with them in the upcoming year as we continue to strengthen our region.”

WELCOME

CHAMBER EMPLOYMENT

Any Hour Fitness Food City - Hazard Lee Graphics Printing & Office Supplies, Inc. Super Dollar Pikeville Super Dollar Prestonsburg

Vice President of Operations

NEW MEMBERS

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OPPORTUNITIES Membership Development Manager For more information concerning Chamber employment, please visit www.business.sekchamber.com/jobs

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PMC is a Level II Trauma Center: Hospital Hosts Grand Opening Celebration Sent to the Chamber The trauma services at Pikeville Medical Center have been verified as a Level II Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), a scientific and educational association that improves the quality of care for surgical patients. It is now the only ACS-verified Level II Trauma Center in Kentucky. The announcement was made during a Grand Opening Celebration for Trauma Services on June 23 at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC). As a verified Trauma Center, PMC is equipped and staffed to provide comprehensive emergency care to patients suffering traumatic injuries caused by vehicle crashes, gunshots, assaults, falls or other incidents. The spectrum of care encompasses the pre-hospital phase through the rehabilitation process. Regulations require that trauma victims be transported to the closest trauma center, either by ground or air ambulance. With the verification, PMC’s Trauma Center is now serving a population of more than 400,000 people; increasing their chances of survival should they be injured. “Studies have proven that patients suffering from severe traumatic injuries have a higher chance for survival and decreased rates of complications if they are treated in hospitals specializing in trauma care,” said PMC Chief Nursing Officer and Assistant Chief Operating Officer Debra Parsons. “The term ‘golden hour’ refers to the time period from being injured until the time the patient receives definitive trauma care. Patients have better outcomes if they are treated within this 60-minute period.” Prior to PMC offering trauma services, many patients had to be transferred to facilities two hours away. Valuable time in the treatment process was lost. “Our Trauma Center verification makes trauma victims safer by allowing

them to be treated at our hospital instead of being transported to medical facilities further away,” said PMC President and CEO Walter E. May. “I have always been a firm believer that where you live should not determine if you live.” PMC received its Trauma Center verification by meeting specific criteria established by the ACS and passing an intensive site review by the ACS Verification Review Committee. PMC’s review showed no deficiencies. “Becoming the only verified Level II Trauma Center in Kentucky and completing the ACS review with no deficiencies really shows the level of preparation and dedication that we put into the process,” said William Peery II, MD, trauma surgeon and medical director of Trauma Services at PMC. Kentucky Hospital Association (KHA) President/CEO Michael T. Rust presented May with PMC’s state trauma designation certificate during the June 23 event. “There were 11 trauma centers in this state yesterday,” said Rust. “Today, there are 12 trauma centers and only one Level II trauma center.” Dick Bartlett, KHA emergency preparedness and trauma coordinator and secretary and trauma coordinator for the Kentucky Trauma Advisory Committee, reported that rural residents experience death due to trauma at a three- or fourtimes greater rate than those in urban settings.

Dr. Peery added, “Trauma is the number one killer of Americans age one to 46 and, in eastern Kentucky, the mortality rate due to trauma is twice the national average. This is why we’re going to make a difference. We’re going to bring that number down.” Aaron Brown, MD, trauma surgeon and co-medical director of the Surgical Intensive Care Unit at PMC, stated, “This area has been in need of a trauma center for many years. PMC’s comprehensive trauma team stands ready to provide quality care to trauma victims.” PMC’s trauma team is comprised of physicians specializing in trauma surgery, emergency medicine, general surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic trauma surgery, orthopedic surgery, vascular surgery, hand surgery, plastic surgery, oral/maxillofacial surgery, anesthesiology, interventional radiology, radiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, urology, podiatry and pulmonology/critical care as well as mid-level healthcare providers, a trauma program manager, and nursing, respiratory, laboratory, radiology and case management staff. May and PMC Chief Operating Officer Juanita Deskins recognized the staff, physicians and Board of Directors who made the trauma verification possible. “Thank you all so much for all of your hard work,” Deskins said. May said, “This would not have been possible without you.” BUSINESS CALL | 9

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Big Sandy Community and Technical College Presidential Meet and Greet The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce hosted a Presidential Meet and Greet to welcome the new president, Dr. G. Devin Stephenson, of Big Sandy Community and Technical College to the region and community. The event was held June 5, 2015 at Big Sandy’s Pikeville campus. The Meet and Greet was kicked off with remarks from Vice Chair of the Big Sandy Board, Rusty Justice as he introduced Dr. G. Devin Stephenson to the community members and business leaders in attendance. “When I applied for the position of president of Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC), I knew, firsthand, of its possibilities. I understand the dynamics of the region and the vital importance of a comprehensive community and technical college serving the Big Sandy region,” said Dr. Stephenson. “I believe we have to reach for the moon and find the passion for the possible for the students and our community.” Dr. Stephenson said that he is committed to improving the workforce, economy and community development of the region. “I see BSCTC as a change event – a vibrant, dynamic community of learners dedicated to engaging with every organization, entity and consortium possible for the purpose of opening doors to opportunity. I see our college as possibility thinkers and possibility doers,” said Dr. Stephenson. During the event, it was announced that Dr. Stephenson will be joining the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors beginning July 1. “I look forward to the opportunities ahead, and I hope you will work collectively with us to help our students and our region find a Passion for the Possible,” said Dr. Stephenson.

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We’re still here: JWT Boosts Economy in Prestonsburg Prestonsburg Mayor Les Stapleton, Jenny Wiley The- atre Executive Director Martin Childers and Jenny Wiley State Resort Park Man- ager Julian Slone all have one thing in common — they want the public to know Jenny Wiley Theatre is still open and active in Prestonsburg. “We’re still here,” says Childers. “We keep hearing from folks that say they didn’t know we were still open in the park. But we have not, nor do we in- tend, to ever leave the amphitheatre in Prestonsburg. . . .We can’t imagine east Kentucky without Jenny Wiley Theatre and the best way to support us is to see a show and speak positively about our ef- forts.” The theatre has been entertaining and enriching the community for 50 years, and the amphitheatre is still open at the park, in addition JWT’s new location in Pikeville. Stapleton said JWT boosts the city’s

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economy. This summer, JWT will offer familyfriendly entertainment in Prestonsburg including performances of Shrek: The Musical, which opened June 11, Little “A lot of tourists come in to see the show at the theatre and once we get them into town we try to get them into other things like mountain biking, hiking, and downtown shopping. We try to build on it,” he said. Slone said JWT creates a “huge draw” for tourists. JWT is now in its 51st season. For details or tickets, visit http://jwtheatre.com or call 877-CALL-JWT.

Lockhart Named Vice President for Enrollment Management The University of Pikeville is pleased to announce the appointment of Teresa Lockhart as the vice president for enrollment management. Lockhart worked in the Pike County School System for 20 years as a teacher, Title I facilitator and instructional supervisor. She received her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Pikeville College and master’s degrees and Rank I from Morehead State University. Lockhart came to UPIKE in 2010 as the director of the Booth Scholars Program before transitioning to the role of director of P-20 initiatives and academic outreach where she served as a liaison between the university and public school systems, growing UPIKE’s dual credit program enrollment from 80 students to 600

in three years. She is a member of the Appalachian Renaissance Initiative (ARI) core team, a consortium of 17 rural school districts sharing resources and professional learning opportunities. ARI was established by the nationally recognized Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative as part of a federally funded Race to Top grant. “My experience in public schools has been vital to my transitioning successfully into positions at the postsecondary level. I understand that young people don’t just automatically grow up when they graduate from high school. They still need guidance, nurturing, a safe environment and people who care about them. At the University of Pikeville, that setting is available for our students,” said Lockhart. “My new role provides opportunities for me to assist with and oversee the recruitment process, financial aid procedures, and the most important component of all, the reten-

tion of students who’ve joined our campus family.” Lockhart is a former member of the Pike County Education Association, Kentucky Education Association, National Education Association and National Council Teacher of Mathematics. She currently serves as chairperson of Forward in the Fifth, a non-profit organization, improving education throughout Southern and Eastern Kentucky. A member of the Coal Run Church of Christ, Lockhart serves on the preschool board of directors and is a youth Sunday school teacher and pianist. She and her husband, J.P., also a graduate of Pikeville College, have two children and four grandchildren.

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PRST STD US Postage Paid Pikeville, KY Permit No. 20

Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events July 2015 3 Independence Day Observed - Chamber Office CLOSED

9 Patton Leadership Institute 14 My Sweet Treats & More, LLC Business After Hours 5171 N. Mayo Trail Pikeville, KY

21 Annual Business Meeting, Garfield Community Room

August 2015 20 Annual Banquet, Eastern Kentucky Expo Center 6:00 p.m.

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