But, he's equally excited about seeing the long-term results of many other initiatives in which volunteers are diligently working toward like beautification, downtown revitalization, the Study Circles process and the roll-out of a new community brand.

In addition to his leadership role with the Chamber of Commerce, Lynch serves as a member of the Hopkinsville-Christian County Economic Development Council, the Community Vision Plan Steering Committee, the Chamber's Minority Economic Development Committee, the Board of the Local Development Corporation and The Pioneers, Inc. He had also served on the Jennie Stewart Medical Center Trustee Board, the Hopkinsville Water Environment Authority Board, the Murray State University Board of Regents and chaired the 2001 United Way Campaign.

Lynch is a member and deacon of Virginia Street Baptist Church. He is married to Bonnie Myles Lynch and they have two adult children, Shayla Lynch Johnson and Brian Lynch. Thank you, Wendell Lynch, for marking your mark on Hopkinsville-Christian County.

Another initiative borne during his tenure was the Community Foundation of Christian, Trigg and Todd counties. While the Chamber managed foundation for Chamber efforts, the board expressed the need to broaden the scope and put in place a true community foundation. Eventually, those ideas came to fruition and today Mack serves as chairman of that foundation board.

Major and wife Lynn they have one son, Mack Jr. He enjoys golf, tennis, sporting event and spending time with family. Thank you, Mack Major, for making your mark on Hopkinsville-Christian County!

The Christian County native attended Hopkinsville Community College and received a Bachelors Degree in Education from the University of Kentucky and a Master's degree in Education from the University of Wisconsin. He is a Tennessee Valley Public Power Association (TVPPA) Advanced Certified Power Executive and has participated in several training courses to continue his educational and professional growth.

Glover and his wife, Jo, have two daughters and a son, as well as eight grandchildren.

The year saw a commitment by Governor Fletcher to provide the final funding necessary to pay off the debt on the James E. Bruce Convention Center and funding commitments to continue the extension of the Breathitt Parkway to I-24. The City Council passed a Residential Enterprise Zone, with a commitment to have a similar plan for an inner city REZ, and the Chamber formed a Marketing Committee. Needless to say, it was an active year, and one that laid critical groundwork for positive outcomes over the next several years.

Currently, Mr. Cope serves as public works director/city engineer for the City of Hopkinsville and has also worked as community president at U.S. Bank and with Howard K. Bell Consulting Engineers. He is a member of First United Methodist Church and serves on the boards of the Hopkinsville Community College Foundation and Rotary Club. He was a past board member and building committee chairman of James E. Bruce Convention Center, a past board member of the YMCA, United Way, Local Development Corporation, and the War Memorial Commission.

Mr. Cope has two children, three grandchildren, and enjoys travel, photography and community service. Thank you, Bob, for Making your Mark on Hopkinsville-Christian County!

While some Chamber chairmen quietly fade out of the community service spotlight after their initial service, Mr. Sisk remains actively involved in the Chamber today. He serves as Chairman of the Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee and is on the Finance Committee. He also serves on the Industrial Foundation, the Jennie Stuart Medical Center Board of Directors and is involved in a host of other organizations.

In his leisure time, Mr. Sisk loves aviation and flying.

John is a 1986 graduate of the University of Louisville and a 1991 graduate of the LSU
School of Banking.

John and his wife Beth attend First Baptist Church where they are active members.  They are the proud parents of two girls, Bennett and Greer.

John is an avid runner and likes to read and play golf in his spare time.

The committee established the Caught With Curb Appeal award to encourage businesses to focus on curb appeal. Each month, a winner is chosen, and they get radio and newspaper coverage to promote their business.

In addition, the committee has been instrumental in establishing a Landscape Ordinance which lays the groundwork for future commercial development to have more green space and plantings.

The Committee recently secured a grant from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to add landscaping at the new interchange at 41A and Parkway Extension. Future plans include landscaping at Exit 86 of Interstate 24. As well, a huge amount of work has gone into the Master Enhancement Plan which includes uniform welcome and directional signage, as well as beautification at all of the key points of entry, main intersections, and key attractions in Christian County. 

In 2009-10, Scott will also chair Leadership Hopkinsville Board. The program essentially functions without any dedicated staff, so progress with the Leadership rests firmly on the shoulders of the chair of this board.

Both the Youth Leadership and the Adult Leadership classes experienced record interest, and, as a result, a record number of people were admitted to both programs. Any challenges associated with the larger groups were immediately accounted for, and both groups are having very positive experiences.


Thanks, Scott, for your leadership and for making your mark on Hopkinsville-Christian County.

Operation Left Turn is an initiative that works to actively market Hopkinsville-Christian County as a the top residential choice for soldiers and their families stationed at Fort Campbell. Promotional newspaper inserts showcase the community to soliders preparing to transition here from other posts.

Each Spring, Christian County participates in the annual Citizens for Fort Campbell trip during which capital projects were shared with the federal legislators. This trip continues to be a vital component of the Military Affairs focus.

Focusing the important of Fort Campbell to Christian County continues to be a priority. Thanks, Lori, for your leadership in this vital area.

• Host a Community Education Summit, providing educational advocacy speakers from the local, state and national levels.
• Facilitate the Christian County Education Steering Committee.
• Host the Community Volunteer Challenge, recruiting volunteers to serve as tutors, readers, speakers and partners in the public school district.

The WED Committee also hosts a State of the Christian County Schools and State of the Hopkinsville Community College Eye Opener Breakfasts, as well as a Teacher Appreciation Breakfast and Breakfast of Champions, which showcases the work of students involved in career edcuation and exploration activities through school-based business projects.

The Committee support sand participates in the Community Relations, Linking the Classroom, Comprehensive District Improvement Plan, and Identifying Aptitudes Early Committees of Goal I of hte Community Vision Plan.

Thank you, Judge Self, for your leadership is this cricital area.

Each July, the Committee hosts an annual Salute to Agriculture After Hours Event at the James E. Bruce Convention Center. It is a great opportunity for sponsors of the Agribusiness Committee to showcase their products and services. The committee also awards two $500 scholarships to two graduates who are planning to go into the field of agriculture.

In March, the Committee also hosts a Salute to Agriculture Eye Opener Breakfast where they present the Friend of Agriculture, Distringuished Service, Agribusiness of the Year and Farmer of the Year awards.

To elevate awareness about agriculture in the community, the Committee also runs two major awareness campaigns leading up to and after the two major events.

Thanks, Nona, for your leadership of the Agribusiness Committee.

During his tenure, the Chamber remained posed for the future and continued to invest its time, energy and resources into developing our community. He ensured that the Chamber remained mission-driven and goal directed to support its membership as effectively as possible.

While serving as Chairman, David also co-chaired the Inner City REZ committee and chaired the launch of the R3 retiree recruitment marketing committee.

Thank you, David, for your tireless efforts and for making your mark on Hopkinsville-Christian County!

Some activities the Branding Committee uses to promote the community are:

• Development and maintenance of the Hopkinsville-Christian County community website, www.hopkinsville.info.
• Make Your Mark profiles of individual and businesses on the community website.
• Annual Production of the Remarkable Community Guide & Directory, along with numerous other brochures and marketing materials.
• What Makes Hopkinsville-Christian County Remarkable to Me? K-12 writing contest.
• Promotion of 8 Remarkable Facts through a variety of media and marketing materials.
• Make Your Mark Karaoke Contest
• Civic Group presentations
• Advertising Specialty Items
• Trade Shows/Exhibit Booths

Thank you, Pam, for your energy and leadership in these efforts!

The Committee offers various training through the year, including a human resources series that focuses on hiring and firing basic, wage and hour issues, workers' compensation and OSHA workplace regulations, and a customer service workshop titled, "Give "Em The Pickle."

The Committee recently produced a direct mail brochure that targets retail and residential developers that may find a good fit in Christian County.

Thank you, Earl, for your leadership.

Thanks, Amy, for all you do for Hopkinsville-Christian County.

During his Chamber Board tenure, Rich served as chairman of the Workforce/Education Development Partnership when the committee hosted its first Education Summit and helped facilitate the hiring of current school superintendent, Brady Link.

Rich has also served on the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Board, is a member of Christian County Education Coalition and an Advocate in the James White Scholars Program.

He received a B.S. from Wake Forest University and an M.S. from Purdue University. He is a member of the Vestry of Grace Episcopal Church and enjoys tennis.