Memphis-based Mercer Capital expands in Texas with new Houston office
Mercer Capital's strategy of growing around talent takes the Memphis-based business valuation and financial advisory firm into major markets in Texas.
Christin Yates
Freelance Reporter
Christin Yates is a native Memphian who has worked in PR and copywriting since 2007. She earned her B.S. in public relations and M.S. in mass communications from Murray State University.
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March 2019
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Health Care Baptist Operation Outreach opens new facility to better serve homeless
Baptist, Christ Community open a physical clinic in the Medical District to complement an existing mobile health care clinic, thus providing a one-stop shop for the homeless population.
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February 2019
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Business New Kroger Delta Division president to focus on improving shopping experience
The Kroger Co. recently promoted Victor Smith, former vice president of merchandising for the Ralphs Division, to president of the Memphis-based Delta Division, which extends to Jackson, Mississippi, and Little Rock, Arkansas. -
Business Tipping Point: Peter Abell works to direct symphony to success
Peter Abell comes from a musical family, but he found his way to the Memphis Symphony Orchestra through its administrative offices.
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Business Tipping Point: Corrigan finds charm, character living in Memphis
While living in Memphis was not originally in the cards for Eustis Corrigan, the UBS financial adviser has come to love the Bluff City and all it offers.
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Health Care UTHSC advisory board elects Phil Wenk chairman at inaugural meeting
The new advisory board overseeing the University of Tennessee Health Science Center approved its bylaws and elected a chairman at its inaugural meeting Thursday.
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Business Local podcast gains traction with national guests
An education consulting firm in Memphis branches out with an entrepreneurial podcast that is luring national business figures and gaining traction with a wider audience.
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Business Tipping Point: Worth Jones took the winding road to a career in real estate
The road to Worth Jones’ successful real estate career was not the easiest or the most direct. From institutional bond sales to a stint as a full-time dad, his path to his professional calling has been winding and often challenging.
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January 2019
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City of Memphis Two first responders recognized by 100 Club of Memphis
Two Memphis Police Department officers are honored for their service to community and valor by the 100 Club of Memphis.
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Midtown Victory Bicycle Studio consolidating into adjacent Pedaltown space
Victory Bicycle Studio will increase product and program offerings after absorbing the space of its sister company next door, Pedaltown Bicycle Co.
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Midtown Kroc Center undergoing $250,000 renovation to AutoZone Challenge Center
Renovation of space at The Salvation Army Kroc Center will expand youth services and enhance the Welcome Center area for parents and visitors.
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Financial Services BancorpSouth reports record fourth quarter for 2018
BancorpSouth Bank reported record fourth quarter of earnings and hit more than $18 billion in assets for the first time, helped in part by its merger with three other banking institutions in 2018.
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City of Memphis Humane Society sees leadership stability in new executive director
Humane Society brings in new executive director with nonprofit administration experience to provide leadership stability.
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Financial Services First Horizon misses Q4 estimates, poised for growth as Capital Bank merger takes hold
First Horizon CEO Bryan Jordan says the Memphis-based financial services company will be operating from "a position of strength in 2019" as its merger with Capital Bank takes hold.
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Financial Services Pinnacle earnings rise 29 percent in Q4, 33 percent in 2018
Pinnacle Financial Partners finishes off a strong year with 29 percent growth in net earnings for the fourth quarter.
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City of Memphis MLK Days of Service pays tribute to Dr. King’s passion for community involvement
Weekend of community service projects will bring area residents together to continue Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.
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Real Estate NAREB-Memphis celebrates 50 years, welcomes new president
New leaders will continue NAREB-Memphis' mission to increase homeownership for African-Americans and help members build wealth.
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Business Slingshot Memphis raises money for nonprofits, holds them accountable
Slingshot Memphis partners with nonprofit organizations to help them evaluate their initiatives and determine how best to use their resources to serve the community.
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December 2018
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Business Association for Women Attorneys to recognize activist Jocelyn Wurzburg
The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968 had a profound effect on many Memphians, but for Jocelyn Wurzburg, it was life-altering. -
Financial Services Stifel plants roots, expanding Memphis office
During college, native Memphian Phillip Rogers, branch manager and senior vice president of investments at Stifel, heard that at one time Memphis had, per capita, more financial brokers and advisers than any other city in the U.S. The culture of the financial landscape in Memphis during that period was primarily based on regional investment banking and wealth management firms. -
Business Gieselmanns turn grief into good
Frazer and Dana Gieselmann have had their share of grief and loss the past few years, but they haven’t let their circumstances stop them, instead turning their hardships into doing something good for the community. -
Business About 12,000 Memphians have been helped through pro bono legal clinics
From tenant and landlord issues to debt collection and family estate problems, Memphis-area attorneys have been providing free legal guidance and services to Memphians for more than a decade through a series of clinics offered at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library. -
North Memphis ALCO, partners have been committed to Frayser for decades
ALCO Management has had a strong presence in many communities throughout Memphis, but specifically in Frayser. Using a variety of techniques with the help of local agencies, ALCO has invested $50.1 million in six properties in Frayser, providing housing for 1,083 families in the community. -
Business Tipping Point: Service to the Memphis community is Fogelman’s cornerstone
For Mark Fogelman, president of Fogelman Properties, service to the community has always been a core motivation. Leading a growing real estate firm along with his brother Rick Fogelman requires business savvy, sure, but for Fogelman, community comes before profit. -
Financial Services New initiative works to cultivate young Memphis entrepreneurs
While summer jobs are great for kids and young adults, there is a need to help them find year-round opportunities to make money.
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