Mark Jordan has joined the Memphis Child Advocacy Center as development director, responsible for connecting people in a meaningful way to the critical services MCAC provides to vulnerable children. In his new role, Jordan will create and administer a comprehensive development plan to both enhance connections and build new relationships with volunteers and the philanthropic community to grow fundraising, donor relations and public engagement. 

2. From Despair to Belief - Saturday, July 19, 2014

A July weekday afternoon, about 2:45. It’s the perfect time for just about anyone to be nodding off in class.

But in the basement of Midtown Church of Christ, where HopeWorks Inc. is housed, class is in session and a dozen men and their teacher are having a lively discussion.

3. Chamber Fires Up 2011 Membership Drive - Thursday, August 11, 2011

The Greater Memphis Chamber could not exist without the support of its members. That is why every year the nonprofit economic development organization holds a membership campaign with the aid of its current investors to encourage new membership and spark growth.

4. Employees Weigh In - Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Want to know what employees think it takes to create engagement? Meet Ellen Schmall, receptionist at Adams and Reese LLP. Ellen says when she joined the firm it was her first real job, and she’s been with the company for 15 years. “When people see what needs to be done, they jump in and do it,” she says. Ellen believes people are engaged because, “We treat everyone the same. When you know people care about you, you will try harder to do a better job.”

5. Mays Rises to Public Relations Vice Chancellor Post at UT Health Science Center - Wednesday, May 31, 2006

Sandra Mays has been appointed the first vice chancellor for public relations for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. This is the first time the statewide academic health institution has elevated the communications leadership position to the vice chancellor level with a direct report to the chancellor. Before joining UTHSC, Mays was the director of communications, marketing and public relations for the Memphis Housing Authority and its Division of Housing and Community Development.

6. Archived Article: Women Biz (lead) - Wednesday, October 6, 2004
Women business owners are a steadily growing segment of the Memphis economy

Women-Owned Businesses on the Rise

Variety of resources, programs help startups succeed

MARY K. LEVIE

The Daily News

Women-owned businesses are a steadily gro...