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Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce

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Our mission is to strengthen the region by cultivating a vibrant economy and enhancing quality of life.

🎄It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas 🎄It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Leslie Town Centre! 🎁

Mistletoe Market is happening today until 5:00PM with 50+ local merchants all under one roof. From unique gifts to festive décor (and even food trucks outside!), it’s the perfect place to get into the holiday spirit and check a few names off your list.
✨Reminiscing on last week’s Women’s Conferen ✨Reminiscing on last week’s Women’s Conference✨

It was a day filled with growth, inspiration, and connection, like a tiny acorn beginning its journey to become a mighty oak.

Mark your calendars for next year’s conference on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. We can’t wait to see our community continue to grow together. 🌳
🚨 LAST CHANCE 🚨 Applications for the 2026 C 🚨 LAST CHANCE 🚨

Applications for the 2026 Chamber Ambassador group close tomorrow, November 6.

If you love connecting with local businesses and making a difference in our community, this is your time to shine. We can’t wait to welcome a new group of leaders who are ready to get involved and represent the Chamber in the year ahead.

Apply today at the link in our bio!
🌸2025 Chamber Women’s Conference🌸 We danc 🌸2025 Chamber Women’s Conference🌸

We danced, we laughed, we cried, we learned…and so much more. We couldn’t have asked for a more incredible day. Thank you to everyone who helped make this conference possible, our speakers, and to all of the amazing ladies who joined us!

Presenting Sponsor: Ford Lincoln of Cookeville

Catalyst Sponsor: Diana Health

Ally Sponsor: Wellworth Bank

Breakfast Sponsor: Middle Tennessee Eye

Bag Sponsors: Middle Tennessee Cleaners and Select Designs

Stage Sponsor: Mayberry’s Complete Home Furnishings

Linen Sponsor: Quality Linen Supply
From tiny acorns grow mighty oaks. 🌳 This year’s Women’s Conference, presented by Ford Lincoln of Cookeville, reminded us how strong our roots are and how high we can rise together. Watch the highlights below, and keep an eye out for the full photo album coming soon!

🎥 credit: @worthycontentco
A look back at last year’s Women’s Conference. A look back at last year’s Women’s Conference. What an incredible day! 💫 

We loved seeing women from across the Upper Cumberland come together to learn and grow. Share your favorite memory from last year in the comments and don’t miss your chance to be part of this year’s event coming up next Wednesday, October 29. There is still time to register. Check out the link in our bio for more info or to sign up!
What a great day at our Signature Luncheon: State What a great day at our Signature Luncheon: State of the State! Thank you to Speaker Cameron Sexton, Representative Ryan Williams, and Senator Paul Bailey for taking the time to share updates and insights with our business community.

We’re grateful for your leadership and continued support of the Upper Cumberland.

A big thank-you to Enbridge for sponsoring today’s event and helping make it possible!
A glimpse at the 2024 Women’s Conference ✨ We A glimpse at the 2024 Women’s Conference ✨

We can’t believe the next one is less than 2 weeks away! Will you be there? #RootedandRising 🌿

Check out the link in our bio for more info or to register!
🌟 Speaker Spotlight 🌟 We are thrilled to we 🌟 Speaker Spotlight 🌟

We are thrilled to welcome back Amber Flynn-Jared this year as she delivers the keynote address on Rooted & Rising!

Amber is the Broker and Owner of The Real Estate Collective, a boutique brokerage in Cookeville, Tennessee. After transitioning from stay-at-home mom to full-time real estate in 2013, she quickly became a top performer, personally selling over 100 homes per year while providing five-star service and making a positive impact in our community. She now owns multiple businesses in the Upper Cumberland. She also serves on the Chamber Board and is a friend and leader in the community. Amber will tell you her greatest joy is spending time with her husband, their four kids, six grandbabies, and a snuggly cavapoo pup.

Her keynote will inspire attendees to embrace growth, resilience, and optimism as they rise in both life and business. Don’t miss the chance to learn from one of our community’s most inspiring leaders at this year’s conference! Sign up today at the link in our bio.
🌟 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT 🌟 We’re excited to fe 🌟 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT 🌟

We’re excited to feature Kori Edgington and Sherry Spradling, who will lead the session “Finding Your Passion Project,” moderated by Jill Stalnaker, Business Development Representative for Cumberland Heights and founder of The WOMAN Initiative.

Kori Edgington, owner of  Select Designs in Cookeville, has spent the past six years building a thriving retail shop known for its screen printed and embroidered apparel and gifts. Her creativity and community spirit shine through in everything she does, from helping small businesses bring their brands to life to partnering with local schools to give back. What started as a passion for design has grown into a business that truly uplifts the Upper Cumberland community.

Sherry Spradling, Founder and CEO of Birth Tissue Donor Services and Seeds Maternity, brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in biotechnology and tissue banking. Her work supports and educates new moms, making the birth tissue donation process seamless while prioritizing both mom and baby. Beyond healthcare, she’s also an entrepreneur and community advocate, owning Broadway Boutique and several luxury Airbnb properties in Cookeville.

Together, they’ll share how to turn personal passions into meaningful projects that make a lasting impact.
🌟 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT 🌟 We’re excited to fe 🌟 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT 🌟

We’re excited to feature Ashley Waters and Kenisha Middlebrooks, who will lead the session Breaking Barriers in Leadership, moderated by Chelsea Dartez of Cookeville Lifestyle.

Ashley Waters is the owner and managing attorney of Waters Law, PLLC in Cookeville, where she leads a growing team specializing in estate planning, administration, and elder law. Before her legal career, Ashley managed multi-million-dollar NASA projects. She has built a client-focused, innovative law firm recognized for excellence and serves on multiple boards, reflecting her commitment to leadership and community.

Kenisha Middlebrooks is Customer Service Manager at Altium Packaging, with over 13 years of industry experience and six years in leadership. She excels at driving operational excellence, building high-performing teams, and helping others reach their full potential.

Ashley and Kenisha will share strategies for overcoming obstacles, leading with confidence, and redefining what it means to be a leader.

Don’t miss the chance to learn from these two dynamic leaders at this year’s conference! Sign up today at the link in our bio.
We are excited to welcome Jill Herren as our new D We are excited to welcome Jill Herren as our new Director of Finance and Administration!

Jill brings more than 15 years of experience in accounting, budgeting, and administrative leadership across the nonprofit, education, and private sectors. She has served in key roles with the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board and Tennessee Technological University, and her diverse background also includes finance, HR, customer service, and teaching business classes in the Jackson County School System.

A proud Upper Cumberland native, Jill is a graduate of Fentress County public schools and holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Business Education and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Tennessee Tech, along with a Master of Library Science from Middle Tennessee State University.

We are thrilled to have Jill on the Chamber team and know she will be a tremendous asset to our organization.
🏌️‍♂️2025 Fall Golf Tournament🏌️‍♂️

We had a great day on the greens at White Plains Golf Course for our annual Fall Golf Tournament! Congratulations to all of our winners:

🏆Championship Flight
1st – Wade Wheaton- Farm Bureau Insurance
2nd – Olympic Development
3rd – Allen’s Roofing and Exteriors

🏆First Flight
1st – Rogers Group Inc. 
2nd – Putnam County Trustee’s Office
3rd – Bennett Industries

A huge thank you to our presenting sponsor, Just Breathe Oxygen & Medical Equipment, for supporting this fun day on the course. Stay tuned - contest winners and more photos coming soon!
🌟 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT 🌟 This week we’re high 🌟 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT 🌟

This week we’re highlighting @artroundtennessee, a nonprofit dedicated to connecting, supporting, and celebrating the arts in the Upper Cumberland. Through programs like First Fridays, the Tiny Show, scholarships for students, and an annual Art Symposium, they work year-round to strengthen our local creative community.

The centerpiece of the year is ART Prowl, happening November 7–8, now in its 24th year. This free, community-wide event transforms Cookeville into a walkable art experience. Attendees can explore studios, galleries, and pop-up venues, meet artists face-to-face, and shop original works. Many downtown businesses host artists in their spaces, and without their partnership, ART Prowl wouldn’t be possible.

You can support the arts by becoming an ART Prowl sponsor or purchasing an ad in the brochure. Email director@artroundtennessee.org
 to get involved!
🐾 The Capshaw Cougars gained three new adopters 🐾 The Capshaw Cougars gained three new adopters today! 🐾

Jerry’s We Say Yes Auto Sales Inc, One Bank of Tennessee, and Zurich Homes Fairfield Glade are now proud partners of Capshaw Elementary through the Chamber’s Adopt-A-School program.

We can’t wait to see the support and encouragement they’ll bring to the Cougar community!
🌟 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT 🌟 We’re excited to fe 🌟 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT 🌟

We’re excited to feature Saba Chishti and Lisa Uhrik, who will join forces for a session on “Negotiation of the Ask,” moderated by Tiffany Anton of The Biz Foundry and Powered By Her podcast.

Saba Chishti, founder of Inara Consulting, is a seasoned entrepreneur who has successfully owned, scaled, and sold multiple businesses. Now, she helps women entrepreneurs gain clarity, streamline operations, and build strategies that fuel growth and profitability. With a passion for empowering women to achieve financial freedom, Saba provides actionable roadmaps that turn big visions into confident, sustainable success.

Lisa Uhrik is an author, speaker, and mentor to leaders taking leaps with purpose-driven small businesses. As co-owner of two manufacturing companies (Franklin Fixtures) and a general contracting organization, she and her husband Dave also partnered with Ashley Michael to found the nonprofit Plenty Downtown Bookshop. Over the last 36 years, Lisa has helped organizations and their leaders solve problems, make strategic choices, grow their own capabilities, and navigate the daily negotiations that come with doing great work.

Together, Saba and Lisa will explore how negotiation shows up in every area of business and life. From strategic decisions to everyday problem solving, they’ll share practical insights and empowering approaches to asking with confidence and creating stronger outcomes.

We can’t wait for you to learn from these two dynamic leaders at this year’s conference! Sign up today at the link in our bio!
We finished up our 2025 Community Coffee series th We finished up our 2025 Community Coffee series this morning in Algood and we packed out the house! Mayor Lisa Chapman Fowler shared the latest from Algood, and Putnam County Mayor Porter gave county updates. A special thanks to US Foods for providing a delicious breakfast and coffee. As always, it’s all good in Algood! ☕️🙌🏼
✨2025 WOMEN’S CONFERENCE✨ We’re excited t ✨2025 WOMEN’S CONFERENCE✨

We’re excited to start rolling out the speakers for this year’s Women’s Conference! Each one brings a unique story and expertise to inspire and empower you.

First up are Hannah Istvanko and Sara Chambers, founders of Privy Clear Advertising. This powerhouse duo brings strategy, precision, and data-driven expertise to the world of Google Ads.

At the conference, they’ll lead a breakout session called “Choosing Optimism in Chaos.” This interactive workshop will inspire attendees to embrace resilience, create a tangible reminder of growth, and lean into the belief that even in uncertain times, we can rise.

Hannah and Sara’s story is one of grit and balance - from launching Privy while Hannah was 8 months pregnant to thriving in a fast-paced, ever-changing industry by leaning into data and innovation. Together, they’ve built a business that proves adaptability and perspective are key to lasting success.

We can’t wait for you to hear from these two dynamic leaders at this year’s conference! Register today at the link in our bio.
That’s a wrap on today’s Clay Shoot! 🎯 Cong That’s a wrap on today’s Clay Shoot! 🎯
Congratulations to our winners:
1st Place – Aphena Pharma Solutions
2nd Place – Flowserve
3rd Place – Rogers Group Inc.

A huge thank you to Rogers Group for sponsoring this event and to all of our additional sponsors who made the day possible:
5-Stand – Allen’s Roofing and Exteriors
Breakfast – Funderburk Family McDonald’s
Coffee – Coffee House, Grind Like we Do
Lunch – Tennessee Flight Training
Sodas and waters – Pepsi
Ear and eyewear –  Flowserve
Station sponsors – McAlister’s Deli, Selk Pressure Washing & Roof Cleaning, Middle Tennessee Cleaners, East Tennessee Portables
The Baxter Community Coffee was buzzing this morni The Baxter Community Coffee was buzzing this morning 🐝☕️

Thank you toPutnam County Mayor Randy Porter and Baxter Mayor Danny Holmes, Mayor for sharing what’s ahead for our community, and to Life Church - Baxter  for sponsoring and The Monarch for hosting today’s gathering. The Chamber also shared updates, and it was wonderful to see so many community partners in the room. We loved starting the day with great energy and great people!
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