EMJ adds Patterson for industrial sales
EMJ Corp., has added Matthew Patterson as the new industrial sector national account executive.
Patterson most recently served as vice president of industrial for Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) Atlanta, where he gained valuable knowledge in real estate transactional activities for industrial clients. He will help EMJ expand its efforts in the manufacturing, distribution and supply chain industries.
EMJ is a construction services company that strives to serve with honesty, transparency and respect. Founded in 1968 by Edgar M. Jolley, the company has built over 260 million square feet of construction projects across the nation, serving a variety of industries.
Farr joins LBMC as valuation head
LBMC, PC, one of the Southeast’s largest accounting and business consulting firms, has added Certified Public Accountant Shannon W. Farr as a director of valuation and litigation support services in its Chattanooga office.
Farr comes to LBMC with more than 20 years of experience in public and industry accounting. She primarily devotes her practice to valuations of health care entities while overseeing valuation and litigation support in the Chattanooga market.
Shannon’s specialized expertise in health care valuation helps hospital and health systems ensure their acquisitions meet industry regulations in the concepts of fair market value and commercial reasonableness.
St. Mosley heads MomSource Network sales
The MomSource Network with offices in Knoxville, Chattanooga and Nashville has added Clint St. Mosley to the organization’s leadership team as vice president of sales and operations.
St. Mosley received a bachelor of professional studies in organizational leadership from the University of Memphis as well as a master of science in human resource development from Villanova University. He worked in sales and marketing for a national wireless carrier for more than 11 years. St. Mosely is active in philanthropic initiatives, including Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Conley joins CapitalMark
CapitalMark Bank & Trust, a division of Pinnacle Bank, announces the addition of Kevin Conley as senior vice president and financial adviser. Conley is one of 16 financial advisers who operate out of the Chattanooga region.
Conley has 12 years of banking experience, working most recently as a commercial banking relationship manager at SunTrust Bank.
Conley received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in business management.
Perez joins FSG as mortgage lender
FSG Bank, a division of Atlantic Capital, has added Ivelisse Perez to the Dalton, Ga., mortgage team. Perez will serve as a mortgage loan officer at the main location at 401 S. Thornton Ave. in Dalton. She will be part of a mortgage team that is responsible for residential loan origination in the Dalton area.
A native of Puerto Rico, Perez brings more than 15 years of experience in mortgage lending. She has worked for financial firms across the country, most recently asa mortgage loan officer at Scotia Bank in Puerto Rico, where she managed residential loan origination for a variety of customers, consistently reaching and exceeding their goals.
Reed heads nursing at Siskin
Tracy Collings Reed, DNP, RN joins Siskin Hospital as its chief nursing officer (CNO) and vice president of nursing and patient services.
Reed was formerly the chief nurse executive of Shepherd Center in Atlanta. She has specialized in rehabilitation nursing, medical-surgical and orthopedics services.
Reed brings nearly 20 years of CNO experience to her new role at Siskin Hospital. She completed her doctoral degree in nursing practice from American Sentinel University. She holds a masters of business administration from Kennesaw State University and a bachelor of science in nursing from University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Reed is also a certified legal nurse consultant.
Reed to manage Bald Headed Bistro
One of the South’s most popular restaurants has a new managing partner.
The Bald Headed Bistro promoted Aaron Reed, the restaurant’s general manager, to managing partner.
Reed joined the Bistro in 2004 and has held every position from host to assistant manager.
When he isn’t at the Bistro, Reed loves to travel and has visited East Asia and the Caribbean. He holds a degree in business administration from Lee University and is a certified associate of project management through the Project Management Institute in Newton Square, Pa.
Derryberry PR adds 2 account managers
Derryberry Public Relations has added two account managers to their growing team.
Lindsay Bollea comes to the firm after serving as senior producer at WRCB TV. Bollea graduated from University of West Georgia with a degree in mass communications. She was recognized as one of the “30 Under 30 Outstanding Young Professionals” at University of West Georgia in 2014. She also received an Associated Press award for best sports feature in 2014. She and her husband, Drew, reside in North Chattanooga.
Nicole Jennings was previously employed as director of marketing and public relations for The Denver Brass. She has a degree in public relations from Harding University. She and her husband, Jeremy, relocated to Chattanooga to take advantage of rock climbing and outdoor activities offered by the area. They reside in Hixson.
Waldron named Nashville leader
Chattanooga native Jordan Waldron, vice president of marketing and public relations at FirstBank in Nashville, has been named the 2015 Young Leader of the Year by Young Leaders Council (YLC), a Nashville-based nonprofit that has trained more than 2,000 men and women to effectively participate on the boards of nonprofit agencies. The Young Leader of the Year award is presented annually to a graduate of the YLC training program from the past 30 years who has made significant contributions to the fulfillment of the YLC mission, as well as demonstrated a commitment to ongoing community service and board leadership to local nonprofit organizations.
A graduate of YLC/Junior League Class 2008 and current chair of YLC, Waldron has served on the YLC board for the past six years, during which she volunteered as special events co-chair and secretary. She serves as the president of Bethany Christian Services board of directors, a member of the associate board for Hospital Hospitality House and is an active member of Junior League of Nashville, Public Relations Society of America and Nashville American Marketing Association.
Lewis to manage Modern Woodmen
Lisa Lewis of Ringgold, Ga., has been promoted to managing partner for Modern Woodmen of America.
In her new job, Lewis will offer career opportunities for local financial representatives. For those interested in leadership positions, the Pathway to Leadership Program gives qualified candidates the opportunity to follow a well-defined path to leadership roles.
The local office is located in Ringgold. For more information about fraternal programs or career opportunities, contact Lewis at 423-838-1162 or visit mwacareers.org.
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