Venkat Ganapathy (Contributed photo)The Edwin Hotel names Korman as executive chef
Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. has named Kevin Korman as executive chef for The Edwin Hotel, the 90-room boutique hotel set to open later this year.
Korman graduated from Baltimore International College in 2002 where he studied classic French technique. He then began his career in a fine dining establishment under Rudolph Speckhamp, one of the very few certified master chefs in the United States.
He has previously worked at the Ritz Carlton Lodge, Reynolds Plantation in Eatonton, Ga., at Santoni’s Marketplace & Catering Co,., at the Caliza in Alys Beach, Fla., and as an instructor at the Lincoln Culinary Institute in Maryland.
“Kevin comes from a lineage of chefs that, first and foremost, have a passion for serving others and who genuinely care about every guest experience,” said Greg Bradley, general manager of The Edwin Hotel. “Chef Korman’s culinary talent is fueled by his diligent research of the local cuisine to craft authentic dishes highlighting our incredible local products and farmers.”
Erlanger surgeon named editor of JBJS journal
Dr. Venkat Ganapathy, orthopaedic spine surgeon at Erlanger Health System, was selected by the American Orthopaedic Association to be the associate editor of a national academic publication, the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (JBJS).
Ganapathy is a board-certified and fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon who currently serves as an assistant professor and director of orthopaedic spine surgery at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Chattanooga. He specializes in the treatment of spinal deformity, neck and back problems, treats spinal fractures, degenerative conditions, infections and tumors of the spine. Dr. Ganapathy is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, a fellow of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and is a member of the North American Spine Society (NASS), the Canadian Orthopedic Association (COA), the American Orthopedic Association Emerging Leaders (AOA) and AOSpine.
The JBJS is a national, biweekly, peer reviewed medical journal in the field of orthopedic surgery. The selection of the associate editor is based on the candidate’s experience and contribution in their subspecialty field. Dr. Ganapathy’s three-year term begins in June of this year.
Rose is rising star at Coldwell Banker
Joan Rose, a local affiliate broker with Coldwell Banker Pryor Realty, was recently recognized as Coldwell Banker Pryor Realty’s Rising Star of the Year and Multi-Million Dollar Producer for 2017.
Rose, an Ooltewah resident, transitioned into real estate in late 2016 from a marketing career in banking.
“Joan’s positive attitude, meticulous attention to detail, her experience and knowledge in marketing, her commitment to continuing education, and her devotion to the service and care of her clients are only a few of the reasons she excels in the highly competitive real estate industry,” said Peggy Pryor, president of Coldwell Banker Pryor Realty, Inc.
Rose is a graduate of Leadership Chattanooga, a member of the Chattanooga Women’s Leadership Institute, and serves on the board of directors for Junior Achievement. She volunteers in various roles with the Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce, the Salvation Army, Greater Chattanooga Realtors, and St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church.
Rose said she chose the Coldwell Banker Brand because of their global reach with 3,000 offices in 47 countries.
Daugherty joins board for Habitat for Humanity
Patrick Daugherty, a vice president at First Tennessee Bank, recently joined the 19-member board of directors of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga Area. Daugherty has served as chairman of Habitat for Humanity’s Family Selection Committee for the past two years.
David Butler, president & CEO of Habitat for Humanity in Chattanooga, said Daugherty brings banking and leadership skills to the board to help advance the organization’s mission of building strength, stability, self-reliance and shelter for working families in the Chattanooga area.
Other community leaders serving on the Habitat for Humanity board of directors include Catharine Bahner Daniels, Derrick DePriest, Randy Dummer, Councilman Erskine Oglesby, Jim Ford, Veronica Herrera, Mark Hite, Drew Hibbard, Beverly Johnson, Marcus Jones, Barbara Marter, Don McDowell, James Moreland, Ron Morris, Craig Smith, David Wade, Jennifer Whitaker, and Lebron Womack.
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