Saturday, March 28, 2009

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Admiral Outdoor Advertising



Admiral Outdoor Advertising began in 2006 after Pete Murphy saw a need forlocal businesses to be able to advertise along the I-40 Cor- ridor of Duplin County. Today his company has 11 billboards with 22 advertisingopportunities. Clients include Duplin Winery, The Shutter Production, andWallace 100 Committee, Inc.
Missie Wells, Chamber of Commerce Treasurer, is the company face we are most familiar with. Working for the Murphy Family has been a great opportunity for her to learn many different skills. The billboard business has been a wonderful learning experience for her. Community zoning laws, Department of Transportation regulations, and the annexation processes are just the beginning of what she has learned. Missie is involved in the sales of billboard spaces, and works with the clients on concept development and art design for their spaces.approxmately 22,000 people per day see the fruits of their labors as they commute to and from Wilmington. When asked what the benefits of billboard advertising are, Missie had a long list!
Billboard advertising:
. Reaches out to thousands of people on a daily basis
. Directs potential clients and customers to your place of business
· Billboard advertising grabs the attention of potential customers like no other form of advertising can
· One of the most cost- effective mediums of advertising
· Colorful, creative and eye-catching ads have more impact
. Messages are delivered continuously and frequently
Missie says that working for the Murphy Family has been a great opportunity for her. Her bubbly personality and enthusiasm make her a great fit for the position. “Helping customers is my favorite part of this business,” she said. “When the artwork is complete and the vinyl is printed and their very own advertisement is up for everyone to see, it is an exciting time for them,” she continued. “They know that thousands of people will be reading their sign and in turn their business is going to grow!”
Another plus about her job is that community involvement is very important to the Murphy Family. They have been members of the Chamber of Commerce and Committee 100 since 2006, and Missie is currently an involved chamber member. Her duties as treasurer can be time consuming, yet she is always ready to volunteer on any project.
Visit the website at www.AdmiralOutdoor.com and see the current inventory. “We currently have some prime advertising space available,” said Missie. “ Give me a call and let's expand your advertising and increase your business.”

6th Annual Golf Tournament


It’s been a long, cold winter. It’s definitely time to shake it off and get out on the links for a friendly round of golf. So get the team together and register before the May 1 deadline. This year’s earlier date will hopefully bring everyone a perfect day for a round of golf, some networking, and bragging rights about that impossible shot made! All this, and an opportunity to support the chamber. The golf tournament is the major fundraiser for the Chamber of Commerce. It helps support our being able to promote your business through the office, the website, the newsletter, and this year the member directory.
If you are looking for a way other than playing to help support this effort consider becoming a sponsor.
Corporate Sponsorships- $600 Include 4 players, driving range sign, scoreboard sign, your company name on the back of a shirt and the display and distribution of company materials.
Tee Sponsors- $100 Tee sign and scoreboard recognition.
T-shirt Sponsor-$100 Company name on the back of shirt.
Tournament Patron- $25 Scoreboard sign.
Team of 4- $350 Scoreboard Sign.
Join us for a great day of fun and fellowship! Please call Lou Powell at

NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: G. Braxton Price



Braxton Price was born and raised in Duplin County, the youngest son of a holiness minister and a nurse. Growing up in a farming community, he understands the rural way of life and how important real estate is to that way of life. After attending Wallace Rose Hill High School, Braxton attended seminary in Greenville, SC. He completed his B.A. in Religion at Campbell University's Divinity School, concentrating the majority of his studies on philosophy.
Braxton earned the degree of Juris Doctor from the Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University. While studying law at Campbell, Braxton was a member of the staff of the Law Review. After graduation, Braxton became an associate at the Wilmington firm of Clark, Newton, Evans & Bryan, where he practiced Admiralty law and general civil litigation until relocating back home to serve the people of Duplin County
Braxton’s practice is grounded in the principles of integrity, accessibility, and excellence, and practices commitment to his clients. He looks to find the best solution for your situation, has made a commitment to return calls with 24 hours and understands how important it is to work for the best outcome for his clients. His areas of practice include Real Estate Transactions; Civil Lawsuits; Estate Administration; Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning; and Traffic and Misdemeanor Criminal representation.
Braxton’s office is located at 211 East Main Street. For an appointment call 910-285-8802.

New members

H&R BLOCK
Tempe Garriott
111 West Main Street
Phone: 910-285-5561
Tempe.garriott@hrblock.com

PENDER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Holly Horton
507 East Fremont Street
Burgaw
Phone: 910-259-5451
www.nhhn.org/homepage_pender

ONE PEACOCK PLACE LTD.
Linda Sikes
114 SW Railroad Street
Phone: 910-284-4285
ltsikes@embarqmail.com

Our NEW website is up!



Be sure to check out the new Wallace Chamber of Commerce website at www.wallacechamber.org
The site has a whole new look created by Jeridith Blanton of BITSnBYTES. The calendar is operational, there is a photo gallery, a newsletter link and a link to the Chamber blog. All of the chamber members are listed, with links to their websites, for those who have one. There are also opportunities for you to advertise your business by putting a graphic link on the site that is linked to your website. Be sure to attend the April meeting where Jeredith will explain how to navigate the site and talk about the importance of having an internet presence.

2009 Member Directory- Don't miss out!

Have you renewed your Chamber of Commerce membership yet? The renewal form is somewhere on your desk….you’ve looked at it dozen times and thought “Oh yeah- I need to do that…” This year there is an added benefit to getting that renewal taken care of in a timely manner.
All 2009 members will be listed in the 2009 Wallace Chamber of Commerce Directory which will be given to Chamber of Commerce members, new businesses and new residents as well as visitors to the Chamber office. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be included in this publication! This will prove to be a great source of name recognition for your business as well as offering a great advertising opportunity.

2009 Farmers Market



Are you ready for some fresh asparagus and herbs? The 2009 season of the Wallace Farmer’s Market is coming soon! Harriet Farrior reported that the market is scheduled to open the first or second weekend in May. Be sure to make the market a “MUST DO!” this year.

Lordy, Lordy- look who's 40!



The Thelma Dingus Bryant Library is celebrating 40 years of service this year! To commemorate the occasion, an Open House is being held Tuesday, April 28 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Refreshments will be served, including birthday cake, which will be cut by the great grandchildren of the library's namesake.