Legacy Dental acquires Chattanooga Family Dentistry
In its fourth acquisition of another dental practice in East Tennessee, Legacy Dental Group has purchased Chattanooga Family Dentistry.
Dr. Charles Ankar, a Legacy Dental partner, said in a statement that Chattanooga Family Dentistry “has built a solid reputation over several years in our area,” and “we look forward to building on their foundation within the community.”
Legacy Dental Group’s purpose is to change the face of dentistry with a mission to provide a path for doctors who want to focus on their patients and a staff focused on opportunities to learn and grow, Ankar said.
“Chattanooga Family Dentistry will continue to provide high-quality care and a ‘wow’ experience our patients are accustomed to receiving,” said Dr. Andrew Lunn, a dentist in the practice. “It’s been a great honor for me to serve this community for the last 25 years. With Legacy Dental Group, I will continue to practice and serve patients while utilizing Legacy’s support, experience and new technologies.”
Matt Hullander, partner with Legacy Dental Group, said Legacy “is not your normal dental service organization” and seeks to help dentists “so that their practices can thrive before and after they retire.”
“Once we acquire a practice, we utilize systems that allow doctors to focus more on patient care,” he said in a statement.
Legacy Dental Group was founded by Ankar, Dr. Praug Soni, Shalin Tajini and Hullander.
Kaulfuss named talent director at Chambliss law firm
Eric Kaulfuss has been named director of talent and employee engagement for the Chattanooga law firm of Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel P.C.
Kaulfuss, who has more than 25 years of human resources and corporate experience, will manage all aspects of human resources for the law firm, including benefits, hiring, training and team member experience.
Kaulfuss is a certified executive coach by the Gallup Strengths program focusing on individual and team development. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Pennsylvania State University and a master’s degree in strategic organizational leadership from Quinnipiac University. He is also a member of the Society for Human Resource Management.
“Eric’s energy and positive outlook have quickly spread throughout the firm and will largely impact the long-term development of our team and company culture,” Chambliss President and Managing Shareholder Mark Cunningham said in an announcement of Kaulfuss’s appointment. “His qualifications and background influencing constructive change in the workplace indicate we’re in good hands and can look forward to a bright future for Chambliss.”
Chambliss, founded in 1886, is a Chattanooga-based law firm serving local, regional and national clients.
Chamber promotes Cairns to vice president
Ben Cairns has been promoted to vice president of membership and investor services for the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce.
Cairns, who began his chamber career in 2018 as a senior account executive, previously served as the chamber’s director of member and investor relations. Prior to joining the chamber, Cairns served as executive director of The Alexian Grove.
“This is a tremendous opportunity to be actively involved in the economic growth of this outstanding and vibrant city,” Cairns said in the announcement of his new job. “I am committed to using my talents to deepen my engagement with the Chamber and elevate our game.”
The Chattanooga chamber, one of the first chambers formed in the U.S., now has a membership of nearly 1,800 companies.
“Since joining the chamber team, Ben has steadily been using his talents,” Chamber President Charles Wood said in a statement. “Our members are in the best of hands with Ben, who cares deeply about the economic success of this region and our chamber members.”
Ben CairnsBrown joins BrightBridge Capital
BrightBridge Capital, a community development financial institution, announced the addition of Nathan Brown to its growing team of financial professionals. Brown serves as an accountant with the company.
Brown’s role at BrightBridge is to ensure smooth financial functionality. The Englewood, Tennessee, native received his bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance as well as a master’s degree in accounting from Tennessee Wesleyan University.
“Seeing how every step and each connection leads to success for BrightBridge clients is something that is extremely enlightening to me,” Brown said in announcement. “Every role within the company is different; however, they all connect to the same goal: success for the client.”
BrightBridge is “thrilled” to welcome Brown, the company’s Bill Pollard said in the announcement.
“As our team continues to grow, it’s an honor for us to attract young professionals who will become not only leaders in their profession but also in our community,” Pollard said. “We’re excited to add Nathan’s capabilities to our toolbox.”
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