Tangela Johnson to chair CWLI and more Chattanooga-area career moves | Chattanooga Times Free Press

Tangela Johnson, President and CEO of North Georgia Business Consulting, will serve as the 2021 chair of the Chattanooga Institute for Women’s Leadership.

Johnson (Johnson) is a consultant, coach and speaker of corporate culture and leadership development. He is the author of "The Power of Relaxation: How to Live a Purposeful (Not Perfect) Life." Johnson holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia and a master's degree from the University of Tennessee Chattanooga. She was previously appointed by former Georgia Governor Nathan Deal as a member of the Georgia Early Care and Learning Committee, and is also an alumnus of the Rotary Club, Paul Harris Fellow and Leadership Georgia Program.

In addition to serving as the chairman of the board of directors of the Chattanooga Institute for Women’s Leadership in 2021, Johnson also currently serves as a board member of the Siskin Physical Rehabilitation Hospital. Prior to this, she served as the vice chairman of the Dalton Rotary Club, Chattanooga City Alliance, Chattanooga Startup, Cooperative Laboratory, and Dalton Convention Center Board of Directors. She served as the vice chairman of the Dalton-Whitfield merger committee and co-authored the committee's final report. She served in the Dalton-Whitfield Library Authority (Chairman) and served as an associate professor at Dalton State University for many years.

Johnson said: "Women should never give up their power." "On the contrary, they should embrace and mature it in a way that makes the world more suitable for them, their families and communities. CWLI is here to enable women to do this. ."

CWLI also added three new board members for 2021, including Frances Bayly, a data analyst at the Tennessee Valley Authority; Erika Burnett, executive director of the Greater Chattanooga Women’s Foundation, and Workzbe Founder and President Emily Elord (Emily Elord).

Angela McClister, assistant professor of journalism, and registered nursing planning lecturers, Ashely Thiers and Brittany Williams, were recently accepted by Chattanooga. The State Community College has been appointed as the Outstanding Faculty of 2020-21.

McClister is an assistant professor of digital media design and production programs in the business unit. Her main teaching responsibilities include journalism, social media and media law courses. In addition, she serves as a faculty advisor for the student newspaper The Communicator at the California University of Chattanoo, and also serves as a state advisor for the media department of the Tennessee State Interstate Legislature (TISL).

First Horizon Bank Marketing President Jay Dell said: "Our partnership with the California University of Chattanoo can be traced back to a few years ago, because the outstanding business chairperson of Chattanoo The educators have given recognition." "On behalf of First Horizon, we congratulate Angela on serving as First Horizon's business excellence chairman for the second consecutive year."

The winner of the 2020-21 Erlanger Adult Excellence Award was awarded to Ashley Thiers, and the 2020-21 Erlanger Children's Excellence Award was awarded to Brittany William S.

"California University of Chattanoo is known for its outstanding registered nursing programs and highly qualified graduates," said Rachel Harris, interim senior vice president and chief nursing officer of Ellange Medical System . “Ms. Harris, the two winners of the Erlanger Nursing Chair this year, said: “Excellent managers exceed their daily responsibilities in their daily work, while also focusing on patient safety and continuous quality improvement. We are able to recognize and Proud to support two outstanding nursing educators. "

The Chattanoo California State Foundation's Chair of Excellence Program aims to support and recognize outstanding educators who promote their fields to students, communities, and professions.

Thrive Regional Partnership will add five new trustees to its board of directors this year to reflect the growing number of county-level representatives and corporate leadership in the Chattanooga region of three states and 16 counties and above. The newly elected council members are Barry Allen, Mike Costa, Nathan Lee, Jennifer McCurdy and Harriette Stokes.

"Active Regional Partnerships" President and CEO Bridgett Massengill said: "In the year after 2020, we now know more than ever to strengthen our regional communities. The importance of the connection. “We are pleased to welcome these new trustees to represent businesses and towns in northeastern Alabama, northwest Georgia, and southeastern Tennessee to ensure that we continue to practice

Allen lives in Jasper, Tennessee and has spent 26 years in the banking industry. He is currently the President of Tower Community Bank in Jasper. Allen recently served on the board of the Tennessee River Gorge Trust for 8 years, completing his tenure as president in 2019 and 2020. Barry is also a member of the board of directors of The Battle of Franklin Trust.

Costa is the owner of Costa Media Advisors, a consulting company specializing in media, marketing and management. The local TV station's career took Costa to Chattanooga and Tennessee Valley in 2000. From 2000 to 2004, he served as the general manager of WDSI Fox61. In 2004, Costa became the general manager of WTVC NewsChannel9, a position that lasted until 2018. As a webmaster, he fell in love with this area, its people and its community organizations. He and his team at WTVC are responsible for the book "Chattanooga Heroes' Journey: A History of Renaissance", which records the history of Chattanooga from "the dirtiest city in America" ​​to the number one place in Outdoor magazine. journey.

Lee is the project manager of the Jackson County Economic Development Bureau. In this position, he supports existing industries and recruits new industries in northern Alabama. Lee graduated from the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute (OUEDI) and Auburn EDAA Economic Development Essentials. Nathan is from Jackson County County, Alabama and graduated from Pisgah High School. He holds a master's degree from Liberty University and a bachelor's degree in organizational management from Covenant College. Lee has served in the U.S. Air Force, as a mechanic, police officer, family parent, and coach in the school system of Jackson County and Scottsboro.

McCurdy was born and raised in DeKalb County, Alabama, and graduated from Auburn University with a degree in health service management. She has served in the healthcare market for more than two decades and served as an executive director of the Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce for three years. McCurdy graduated from the Government and Economic Development Institute (GEDI) under the EDAA Leadership Institute program at Auburn University. She graduated from Dekalb Leadership Academy and is currently a member of the board of directors of the group. In cooperation with the DeKalb County Economic Development Bureau and the Tennessee Valley Authority, McCordy took the lead in leading the rising leader of the young talent group DeKahl, which was established in DeKalb County two years ago.

Stokes is the executive customer management and economic development director of North Georgia Power Member Companies, serving in Catoosa, Chattuga, Floyd, Gordon, Murray, Whitfield, and Walker counties. Stokes has worked at EMC in North Georgia for 9 years. She received a bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Florida and a juris doctor degree from the University of Florida School of Law in Gainesville, Florida.

Stokes currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Chattanooga City Airport Authority and represents her company in the Southeastern Industrial Development Association and the Greater Chattanooga Economic Cooperation Organization. Harriette has served on many boards, including the Catossa County Chamber of Commerce, Ronald MacDonald House, Creative Discovery Museum, St. Nicholas School, Chambliss Children's Home, and has served as the Chairman of the Board of Juvenile Achievements in Northwest Georgia.

“Each member of the Xingwang Regional Committee brings local views and unique skills to the table,” said Connie Vaughan, chairman of Xingwang Regional Partnership. "As Thrive enters its sixth year, we are pleased to welcome these new members, who will help guide the organization's collaboration around infrastructure, community prosperity and natural landscape management."

The laboratories of CHI Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga and the University of Georgia have been accredited by the American College of Pathologists (CAP) Accreditation Board, which is based on the latest on-site inspection results of the CAP accreditation program. This is the gold standard for laboratory certification.

CHI Memorial Hospital, Chattanooga and Georgia Hospital are two of more than 8,000 CAP-certified facilities worldwide. CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson campus laboratory is currently accredited by CAP, and plans to conduct routine inspections in 2021 to re-accredit.

Sanford Sharp, Medical Director of CHI Memorial Laboratory, said: "Our laboratory has been accredited by the American College of Pathologists for decades, but I have never been as proud of our team as this year." "In November 2019 After the challenging upgrade of the EPIC electronic medical records, after the global COVID-19 pandemic, we worked together and performed well in the October CAP inspection."

Jennifer Thomas was promoted to Vice President and Regional Operations Manager of Southern Heritage Bank.

Thomas started his banking business in 2006. Thomas joined Southern Heritage in 2014 and worked as a cashier operations manager until October 2016 as a professional learning expert. In January 2017, she also increased the responsibilities of the branch manager in the Georgetown office until she was appointed as a technical training specialist in October 2017.

Thomas served as a fundraising committee member and class teacher in Cleveland and Chattanooga, and was a member of Junior Achievement.

Lee Stewart, Eastern Region President of Southern Heritage Bank, said: "Jennifer's banking experience and technical capabilities make it well-suited for this key role." "She will continue to manage many of her existing training efforts and oversee banks in the Eastern Region. business."

Southern Heritage Bank is a branch of First Citizens National Bank. First Banks Nationals National Bank is a $2 billion community bank with 26 branches in Tennessee.

Jake Lawson was appointed Chief Commercial Officer, and Justin Harness was promoted to President of Xpress Enterprises' dedicated division in the United States.

Lawson will take over from Harness, leading sales, pricing and customer engagement, while Harness will lead the company's growing dedicated business.

Lawson came to US Xpress from Whirlpool, where he led sales, merchandising, product development and e-commerce and other home appliance manufacturers’ most popular products, including refrigeration, cooking, dishwashers and laundry. Recently, he led the sales and marketing of the company's largest customer Lowe's.

Lawson said: "Working with customers and determining the appropriate value proposition is critical to success, and it makes me excited to really explore and improve what makes US Xpress stand out." "I also want to focus on our team. Development to help our employees feel supported and guided, understand their connection to the company’s vision, and feel capable of delivering outstanding results."

As US Xpress has gradually become a true digital transportation solution provider, much of the company's focus has been on developing its new driver-centric brand, Variant, and introducing other innovative digital initiatives. However, its dedicated division is still an important part of the company's business-35-40% of revenue-and is the key to continued growth in market share.

Harness has spent most of the 20 years in the operations of US Xpress.

BOMA of Chattanooga awarded Office Furniture Warehouse, LLC President, BOMA board member and professional member John "JJ" Jerman of the Year Award, and awarded him the "Best Professional Award of the Year" and the "Mike Weaver Volunteer Service Award".

Provide "annual professional members" to BOMA professional members who own or manage real estate. They have also made continuous outstanding contributions to the industry, their profession, community and BOMA at all levels, and call for continued leadership and service delivery.

The "Volunteerism" award was created to commemorate Mike Weaver, EPB's facility manager and active professional member of BOMA, who passed away in 2020. He served as the president of BOMA and held many board positions. He also actively participates in community service and advocates the professional development and growth of members.

Chattanooga membership is voted once a year, among its members, JJ Jerman was selected as the winner of these two awards. JJ has been involved in BOMA for more than 11 years and has held various positions in BOMA, including president, and will serve as BOMA president again in 2021.

Kyle Bryant and Larvizo Wright have joined the board of directors of the Erlanger Medical System Foundation in 2021.

Bryant is a partner at Market Street Partners, a CPA firm in downtown Chattanooga. Bryant received his bachelor's degree from the University of Tennessee in Chattanooga.

He said: "Growing up in a family of medical professionals, I feel that I provide hospitals like Erlanger with world-class medical services, serve people without medical insurance, and are one of the largest employers in Chattanooga. Have a unique insight."

Wright currently serves as the Audit Director of Unum. He also served as the Chairman of the Young Professionals of the Chattanooga City League, Phi Beta Sigma, Lieutenant Governor of East TN of Fraternity, Inc., and served as the Minister of Music in his church, playing the piano. He holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, an MBA from Capella University, and is a certified public accountant.

Wright said: "The Ellange Health System Foundation helps the Ellange Health System pursue a higher level of operational excellence with the goal of improving the provision of high-quality health care to the people of Chattanooga and its surrounding areas." This is a mission I am very happy to participate in!"

Trident Transport recently appointed Jeff Kotiw as Vice President of Strategic Accounts, a new position for the company.

Kotiw has an extensive logistics background. After graduating from the University of Illinois in Southern Carbondale, he worked in the sales and service department of PFT Roberson for the first four years. In the past two ten years of logistics career, he has served successively as the vice president of sales, and then as the vice president of strategic accounts.

Kotiw said: "When I decided to continue my career, Trident competed with four other companies." "The company is small in size and scale; the company's achievements so far will continue to excite me. "

The company’s newly added role is one of the many expansions Trident will focus on in the new year, including increased corporate operations and the continued growth of Trident’s three branches in Tennessee, Florida and Minnesota.

River City Company has appointed Dawn Hjelseth as the new vice president of marketing and communications for the non-profit organization.

Since 2013, Hjelseth has been the chief development officer of Green | space, a sustainable non-profit organization in Chattanooga. In her role, she assisted in the development of a number of plans, including Empower Chattanooga, Chattanooga Green Grand Prix and the most recent comprehensive community sustainability plan. During her tenure, the organization expanded its scope of services, provided energy efficiency education to more than 3,000 limited-income families, cooperated with 40 local schools, attracted more than 600 students to participate in STEM activities, and provided young people interested in green buildings with energy efficiency education. People implemented leadership and workforce development plans.

River City Company President/CEO Emily Mack said: “River City Company is pleased to include Dawn Hjelseth in our team.” Her unique and diverse background in marketing, communication, development, programming and events is important to our organization. Will be a great asset. She is a creative and visionary leader, and has the technical skills to perform well in this position. "

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