Opinion: Why the Shelby County Clerk’s Office deserves our attention

By , Guest Columnist Updated: January 02, 2026 8:34 PM CT | Published: December 24, 2025 4:00 AM CT
Beverly C. Robertson
Guest Columnist

Beverly C. Robertson

Beverly C. Robertson is former president and CEO of the Greater Memphis Chamber and the National Civil Rights Museum. She is currently the COO of Trust Marketing.

“At its best, the Clerk’s Office is where the government meets everyday life, where efficiency, fairness and accountability translate directly into better public service.”

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