CLARKSVILLE, TN – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to share upcoming events and announcements during the month of November.
Wednesday, November 3, the Chamber will hold its monthly Clarksville Young Professionals (CYP) meeting at noon, 25 Jefferson Street, Suite T, sponsored by Union Home Mortgage. Matt Cunningham, President of Old Glory Distilling Company, will be the guest speaker. CYP is a platform for young professionals to build relationships, develop professionally, become politically and philanthropically active and contribute to the economic development and high quality of life in our community. For more information contact Melinda Shepard at melinda@clarksville.tn.us.
In 2004 the Military Affairs Committee, chaired by CSM (R) Darol Walker (deceased) unveiled the 30-foot tall “Pillar of Cloud ~ Pillar of Fire” monument which holds an eternal flame that burns brightly as a symbol of the sacrifices made by countless soldiers and their families in defense of our freedom. The community continues today to honor and remember all service members and to say, “Thank you”. In collaboration with local leaders and military leadership, on November 4, 7:30 am, the Military Affairs Committee will host the annual Eternal Flame Ceremony on Public Square. For more information contact Phil Harpel at phil@clarksville.tn.us.
Saturday, November 6, at 7:30 am, the Chamber will host the annual Veterans Day Breakfast at the Austin Peay State University Morgan Center, 601 College Street, to celebrate and honor the men and women in uniform. Featuring, Keynote Speaker: Ret. Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Carlton W. Kent, who served as the 16th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps. RSVP by November 1; Cost is $25; Military & Civilian Dress is Business Casual. For more information contact Phil Harpel at phil@clarksville.tn.us or 931-245-4340.
If you are new to the Chamber or want to learn more about the many networking and marketing opportunities offered by the Chamber of Commerce, join us for Get To Know Your Chamber. The Chamber is offering an orientation event at 8 am on November 17, at the Chamber office, 25 Jefferson Street, Suite 300. This event is free and no registration is required. For more information contact Melinda Shepard at melinda@clarksville.tn.us.
Business After Hours will be held on Thursday, November 18 from 5-7 pm at Loaves & Fishes, 825 Crossland Ave. Don’t miss Clarksville’s premier networking event, offered at no cost to Chamber members – make new business connections and enjoy great food and fun! For more information contact Sierra Allison at sierra@clarksville.tn.us.
The Chamber office will be closed on November 11 in observance of Veterans Day and closed November 25-26 for Thanksgiving.