2024 Obion County JEDC Awards Banquet

The 2024 Obion County Joint Economic Development Corporation (JEDC) Awards Banquet was an unforgettable evening celebrating excellence, innovation, and community spirit.

Hosted at the beautiful Discovery Park of America, the banquet brought together leaders, partners, and visionaries to honor outstanding achievements across Obion County.

Click here for the photo gallery of the event.

Award Winners

  • Business Partner of the Year: Promethean Foundation
  • Ag Business of the Year: Alliance Ag Application
  • “You Made it Happen” Award: Kiwanis Club of Union City
  • Business of the Year: Commercial Bank and Trust Company
  • Champion of Health: Obion County Health Department
  • Young Professional of the Year: Holly Seng
  • Ambassador of the Year: Becky Orr
  • Board Member of the Year: Delinda Scarborough
  • Small Business of the Year: Blackwell Automotive
  • Industry of the Year: Everett-Stewart Regional Airport
  • President’s Award: Tracy Boucher Williams

Congratulations to each of these honorees for their remarkable contributions to our community!

A Night to Remember

The evening began with an invocation by Obion County Mayor Steve Carr, setting the tone for the celebration. Guests enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by The Willow Tree, and stunning table centerpieces from Soleil Garden Center and Florist, with a show-stopping head table centerpiece by Flowers with Sass.

Ginny Starks Photography captured the magic of the evening, preserving memories of this special occasion.

A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors We are deeply grateful for the support of our sponsors who made this event possible:

Platinum Sponsors:

  • Discovery Park of America
  • Leaders Credit Union
  • Commercial Bank and Trust Company
  • Tyson Foods
  • Magnolia Place

Gold Sponsors:

  • First Citizens National Bank
  • Security Bank and Trust Company
  • Dyersburg State Community College
  • Greenfield Products
  • ATA

Leadership and Gratitude

The success of the banquet reflects the incredible leadership of JEDC Chairman Art Sparks and Obion County Chamber President Clint Joiner, JEDC CEO Lindsay Theobald and the Chamber of Commerce Community Relations Director Rachael McKinney, as well as the hard work of everyone involved.

The Obion County JEDC Awards Banquet stands as a testament to the strength, innovation, and unity within our community. Congratulations to all the winners, and thank you to everyone who made the evening a success!

Here’s to another year of growth and prosperity in Obion County!