BUSINESS BRIEFS

Matt Dyce Takes Role as Director of Personal Lines at BFS Insurance Group

Matt Dyce has been in the insurance industry for 13 years, and has earned a long list of accolades and accomplishments: Member of Downtown Clarksville Kiwanis, Leadership Clarksville Graduate, Past Clarksville Young Professionals Chairman, and Member of Clarksville Associate of Realtors, to name a few.

With a commitment to being locally minded in his personal pursuits, Dyce felt it was time to adjust professionally as well. Transitioning from the corporate world at Farm Bureau to BFS Insurance allowed him to pursue opportunities in the community more readily.

“Being at BFS Insurance opens up a wider net of options to service my clients, as I am able to offer Personal Line coverage as well as Commercial accounts to those with businesses. We customize each individual quote and look for the best possible rate, combined with the absolute best coverage protection for our clients. I thoroughly enjoy the more client driven approach and attention to detail. I look forward to growing the brand at BFS and working with our community for years to come, “Dyce says.

To contact Matt Dyce: email matt@bfsinsurance.com or call 931-245-4405

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APSU Encourages Campus to Power Down Over Winter Break

As students and faculty prepare for the upcoming winter break at Austin Peay State University, a new internal campaign asked them to help conserve energy before they leave.

Last year, the University saved $1,000 every day through its conservation efforts, which translates to the electricity used by four households for an entire year.

“Austin Peay has seen significant energy savings as a result of the campus closure earlier this year and the reduction of in-person classes this semester,” Olivia Herron, APSU sustainability coordinator, said. “Not only does this improve our carbon footprint, it saves significant money during this financially difficult time. I’m asking everyone in our community to do their part to power down during the holiday break.”

Before leaving campus, students living in residence halls were asked to: 1. Unplug all electronics, 2. Empty and unplug refrigerators, 3. Turn the thermostat to the lowest setting and 4. Close the blinds in their rooms.

For more information on this campaign, visit https://www.apsu.edu/ sustainability/winter-break-energy-

savings.php.

Chief Operations Officer named for CMCSS

Norm Brumblay has been selected as Chief Operations Officer (COO) for CMCSS. He has been with CMCSS since 2002, serving as the Operations Director and Facilities Manager. In this role, he has acted as the COO designee, supervised the Facilities Department staff and the operation of all school and district facilities, and been responsible for the planning, design, and construction of facilities during his tenure. Previously, he was a Project Manager and Designer for DBS & Associates Engineering.

Brublay has an extended list of professional accolades, and achievements. He also has a history of significant local involvement: he was a graduate of the Leadership Clarksville Class of 2008 and served on the Montgomery County Growth Plan Development Committee and the City of Clarksville Access Management Board.

Brumblay is a past president of the United Way of the Greater Clarksville Region Board of Directors and a past regional director of the Tennessee School Plant Management Association. He is a Boy Scouts of America (BSA) Scout Master and earned the BSA Trailblazer Award.

When Brumblay has time away from serving his country, community, and CMCSS, he enjoys spending time in nature and exploring national parks with his wife Robyn, a teacher at Rossview Middle, and his two wonderful children.

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U.S. Chamber Awards Christian County Chamber of Commerce with Highest Accreditation Designation

The United States Chamber of Commerce awarded the Christian County Chamber of Commerce with the 5-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community.

“Each day, chambers of commerce across this nation play a critical role in their communities” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, U.S. Chamber vice president of Federation Relations and Institute for Organization Management. “From connecting business owners with needed resources, to advocating on behalf of their region with lawmakers, these chambers convene thought leaders to strengthen the collective voices of their members.”

Accreditation is the only national program that recognizes chambers for their effective organizational procedures and community involvement. In order to receive Accreditation, a chamber must meet minimum standards in their operations and programs, including areas of governance, government affairs, and technology. This extensive self-review can take 6-9 months to complete.

“We are both honored and thrilled to have once again been recognized as a 5-Star Accredited Chamber of Commerce”, said Kelli Pendleton, President/CEO of the Christian County Chamber, “Our team worked hard on this endeavor and we are proud of this accomplishment. I am also grateful to our Board of Directors for their continued support and dedication to not only our chamber, but our community.”

Local chambers are rated Accredited, 3-Stars, 4-Stars, or 5-Stars. State chambers are recognized as either Accredited State Chamber or Accredited State Chamber with Distinction. The final determination is made by the Accrediting Board, a committee of U.S. Chamber board members.

Butterfly Moments Inc. Breaks Ground on Affordable Housing for Clarksville Veterans

The Butterfly Moments Inc. groundbreaking ceremony celebrated the construction of affordable housing units for veterans. This project will be built in memory of Glenn Williams, a veteran who overdosed in July.

The project is set to be complete by May 2021. "People do recover," said the organization's founder, Mary Laremore. "There's such a negative stigma around addicts, alcoholics and mental illness and we're crushing that. BFM wants to create a safe, sober recovery environment by way of recovery communities."

Butterfly Moment Inc., a faith-based recovery center in Clarksville, assists women with housing, advocacy, release requirements and addiction recovery. It is expanding to house veterans of both genders.

BUSINESS BRIEFS F&M BANK HONORED WITH ABA FOUNDATION COMMUNITY COMMITMENT AWARD

F&M Bank was nationally recognized by the American Bankers Association Foundation for its Operation: Partners Serve program with a 2020 ABA Foundation Community Commitment Award. The award was given to F&M Bank for its efforts in the supporting military families category and was presented during ABA’s Unconventional Convention on Oct. 20.

Entries were divided into seven categories including affordable housing, community and economic development, financial education, economic inclusion, protecting older Americans, supporting military families and volunteerism. Award winners were chosen by a field of nationally-recognized experts. The selection committee chose the winning banks based on the creativity and thoughtfulness of programs — traditional or innovative in nature and structure — that embody the ideals of corporate social responsibility and demonstrate success in measurable terms.

“F&M Bank saw an opportunity to improve the lives of those in their communities and took action,” said Corey Carlisle, executive director, ABA Foundation. “The Operation: Partners Serve program made a meaningful difference on the Ft. Campbell, KY military base and throughout middle Tennessee. We hope their work serves as a blueprint for others throughout the industry.”

“We are always working to find new and innovative ways to positively impact the communities we serve,” said Sammy Stuard, Pres/CEO. “Through a variety of independent and collaborative programs, F&M Bank’s OPERATION: Partners Serve provides resources and opportunities for active duty and retired military and their families. OPERATION: Partners Serve initiatives include Brunch for the Brave, Campbell Combat Ceremonies, Spouses Tour of Downtown Clarksville, Run for the Wall, and Turkeys for Troops. We are humbled and honored to accept this award for our efforts.”

To learn more about the ABA Foundation Community Commitment Awards, visit aba.com/awards.