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Similarities And Differences Between Concepts Of Compliance, Obedience, and Conformity
Similarities And Differences Between Concepts Of Compliance, Obedience, and Conformity
By The Real Jason Duncan
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Volunteer Experience
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Chaplain
Boy Scouts of America
- Present 15 years 3 months
Children
As a Chaplain of the Summer Camp, I offer encouragement and spiritual support to the Scout leaders and camp staff at Boxwell Reservation in Lebanon, Tennessee. This is given through an annual breakfast speech for leaders and staff at the beginning of the summer. It is continued in weekly chapel services where Boy Scouts from all over the region come to be encouraged and focus on their faith on God while attending camp. I also occasionally speak at various other Boy Scout events throughout the…
As a Chaplain of the Summer Camp, I offer encouragement and spiritual support to the Scout leaders and camp staff at Boxwell Reservation in Lebanon, Tennessee. This is given through an annual breakfast speech for leaders and staff at the beginning of the summer. It is continued in weekly chapel services where Boy Scouts from all over the region come to be encouraged and focus on their faith on God while attending camp. I also occasionally speak at various other Boy Scout events throughout the year.
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Founder and Director
Gallatin Men's Church Softball League
- 2 years 5 months
Social Services
In 2004, a group of men gathered to discuss the creation of a Men's Church Softball League in Gallatin, TN. Under my direction, we fielded a league of teams and contracted with the City to use their fields.
Projects
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LED Retrofit Project at SWARCO
SWARCO INDUSTRIES INC. was founded in 1973 as a manufacturer of reflective glass beads for reflective highway safety applications. In 1979, SWARCO INDUSTRIES expanded its commitment to the highway safety market by introducing a full line of temporary and permanent marking tapes that safely guide traffic through detours, construction zones or high traffic roadways. As the demand for better pavement markings and highway safety increased, SWARCO INDUSTRIES introduced its line of durable…
SWARCO INDUSTRIES INC. was founded in 1973 as a manufacturer of reflective glass beads for reflective highway safety applications. In 1979, SWARCO INDUSTRIES expanded its commitment to the highway safety market by introducing a full line of temporary and permanent marking tapes that safely guide traffic through detours, construction zones or high traffic roadways. As the demand for better pavement markings and highway safety increased, SWARCO INDUSTRIES introduced its line of durable, environmentally safe thermoplastic marking compounds in 1986. The innovative Rumbler, a unique audible warning system, was added to the product line in 1999.
In 2013, SWARCO contracted with Future Vision Energy to retrofit the lighting is all three of its plants in Columbia, Tennessee. The projected saved them almost 80% on their KWh usage, equating to an annual money savings of over $37,000. That is pretty amazing. They were able to swap out old 1000-watt metal halide canopy lights with 150-watt LED canopy lights. Believe it or not, the light output was exactly what they needed for their plant operations. It is bright, clean, and clear lighting. Of course, with LED technology, their maintenance costs just went to practically zero for the next five years at least.
PROJECT RESULTS
• Savings of 79% on KWh annually
• Savings of over $37,000 per year
• Simple payback period of only 25 months
• 194% ROI over five yearsOther creatorsSee project -
LED Retrofit at Commerce Union Bank
Commerce Union Bank was founded in 2006. They operate three branches in Middle Tennessee: one in Springfield and two in Gallatin. One of their Gallatin branches was built brand new and achieved LEED® status. Their commitment to energy efficiency influenced their decision to hire FVE to complete an LED retrofit at all three branches in 2013.
PROJECT RESULTS
• Savings of almost $12,000 per year
• Savings of 66% on lighting electricity
• Maintenance-free lighting for 5…Commerce Union Bank was founded in 2006. They operate three branches in Middle Tennessee: one in Springfield and two in Gallatin. One of their Gallatin branches was built brand new and achieved LEED® status. Their commitment to energy efficiency influenced their decision to hire FVE to complete an LED retrofit at all three branches in 2013.
PROJECT RESULTS
• Savings of almost $12,000 per year
• Savings of 66% on lighting electricity
• Maintenance-free lighting for 5 years+
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LED Retrofit Project at First Citizens National Bank
First Citizens National Bank is based in Dyersburg, Tennessee but has 13 branches throughout the state. In 2013, they contracted with Future Vision Energy to retrofit one of their biggest branches in Middle Tennessee with LED and LEP lighting.
While this bank building was relatively small as compared to the projects FVE usually executes, it made a big impact of the building's energy use, reducing their lighting energy costs by over 50%. Future plans include retrofitting their other…First Citizens National Bank is based in Dyersburg, Tennessee but has 13 branches throughout the state. In 2013, they contracted with Future Vision Energy to retrofit one of their biggest branches in Middle Tennessee with LED and LEP lighting.
While this bank building was relatively small as compared to the projects FVE usually executes, it made a big impact of the building's energy use, reducing their lighting energy costs by over 50%. Future plans include retrofitting their other Tennessee branches.
PROJECT RESULTS
• Savings of 54% in KWh annually
• Savings of almost $7,000 per year
• Maintenance-free lighting for 5+ years
• 145% ROI over five yearsOther creatorsSee project -
LED Retrofit at Edward Jones Investments
While FVE focuses primarily on large commercial spaces for our consultation and project management, occassionally we find a gem of an opportunity in a small office space. Such as the case with Wilda Dodson's Edward Jones Investments office in Gallatin, TN.
This office space is located in historic downtown Gallatin's town square just 28 miles northeast of Nashville. Originally, this building was a bank back in the 1800s and early 1900s. For the past two decades it has housed this Edward…While FVE focuses primarily on large commercial spaces for our consultation and project management, occassionally we find a gem of an opportunity in a small office space. Such as the case with Wilda Dodson's Edward Jones Investments office in Gallatin, TN.
This office space is located in historic downtown Gallatin's town square just 28 miles northeast of Nashville. Originally, this building was a bank back in the 1800s and early 1900s. For the past two decades it has housed this Edward Jones Invesments office. While their electric bills were not large, they still spent a considerable amount of money on lighting each year. All of the existing lights were old, inefficient T12s with magnetic ballasts.
As of July 14, 2012, the U.S. manufacture or import of most T12 lamps was barred by the US government. This leaves many businesses like Dodson's in a precarious position. As ballasts and lights go out, she--and many millions like her--will be forced to retrofit the existing fixtures to another kind of light. While T8s are the option many people choose, T8s are also on the federal government's chopping block for a future ban as they did with T12s. Why waste money on upgrading to an endangered technology?
Ms. Dodson made the best choice and chose to hire FVE in 2013 to retrofit her building to the latest and most efficient lighting technology: LEDs. This project saved her almost $650.00 per year. She also received an incentive check from her local utility provider for more than one year's annual savings. This put her payback time at less than one year!Other creators -
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Energy Efficiency Project at Marshall Medical Center
Marshall Medical Center is an affiliate of Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. This system has consistently been rated among the top hospitals in the country. Its commitment to cutting edge healthcare technology has influenced cutting edge energy savings technology as well. They were the first hospital in Tennessee to retrofit to LEDs.
Future Vision Energy retrofitted 2,375 4’ fluorescent bulbs, 313 2’ fluorescent bulbs, and 12 HID exterior lights with low-wattage LED…Marshall Medical Center is an affiliate of Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. This system has consistently been rated among the top hospitals in the country. Its commitment to cutting edge healthcare technology has influenced cutting edge energy savings technology as well. They were the first hospital in Tennessee to retrofit to LEDs.
Future Vision Energy retrofitted 2,375 4’ fluorescent bulbs, 313 2’ fluorescent bulbs, and 12 HID exterior lights with low-wattage LED tube lights and LEP lights, reducing the overall lighting energy costs by 47% or $25,177.09 annually. This project eliminated potential mercury hazards in a healthcare setting due to the fact that all fluorescent tubes contain the harmful element Hg (mercury) while LEDs contain no harmful substances. All of the LEDs and LEPs carry a five year manufacturer's warranty as well as a five year labor warranty, eliminating any cost related to lighting for a minimum of five years.
Subsequent to the first phase of retrofit, the hospital invited us back in to also retrofit their canopy lights & wall packs with high efficiency LEDs as well.
Marshall was awarded a TVA EnergyRight Solutions Rebate of almost $25,000 that was used to offset the cost of the project. This project was first completed LED lighting retrofit of any hospital in Tennessee. This is the future of long-lasting, energy-efficient lighting.Other creatorsSee project -
LED Retrofit at Belew Rentals
Belew Properties is a property management company. They own and operate some 13 apartment complexes in Tennessee. In 2012, they called in FVE to recommend the best LED lighting for the exterior of a large complex in Nashville (Stone Ridge Apartments). In 2013, they purchased another complex and called on FVE to recommend the most efficient HVAC systems for this new complex.
Currently, we are working to assist them in retrofitting four other complexes with all new energy efficient LED…Belew Properties is a property management company. They own and operate some 13 apartment complexes in Tennessee. In 2012, they called in FVE to recommend the best LED lighting for the exterior of a large complex in Nashville (Stone Ridge Apartments). In 2013, they purchased another complex and called on FVE to recommend the most efficient HVAC systems for this new complex.
Currently, we are working to assist them in retrofitting four other complexes with all new energy efficient LED lighting.Other creatorsSee project -
LED Retrofit at City Square Solar Center
City Square Solar Center is located in the heart of Hendersonville, TN, within 20 minutes of downtown Nashville. With over 100,000 sq ft of retail, office, and storage space, they can meet any need. City Square boasts one of the State of Tennessee's largest PV solar energy installations. They have a long history of embracing energy efficiency and sustainable design. They were the first in the area to promote energy efficient lighting, energy auditing, programmable thermostats, and 24/7…
City Square Solar Center is located in the heart of Hendersonville, TN, within 20 minutes of downtown Nashville. With over 100,000 sq ft of retail, office, and storage space, they can meet any need. City Square boasts one of the State of Tennessee's largest PV solar energy installations. They have a long history of embracing energy efficiency and sustainable design. They were the first in the area to promote energy efficient lighting, energy auditing, programmable thermostats, and 24/7 electricity timers. Their PV solar energy system generates more than 100,000 KWh per year with 228 state-of-the-art Sunpower 350 PV panels and 9 Fronius inverters. In addition to powering the commerical space, their system also feeds the city's electrical grid with clean power.
In keeping with his commitment to energy conservation, owner Greg Smith hired Future Vision Energy of Gallatin, TN in 2012 to provide a thorough lighting energy audit. Their recommendation included retrofitting almost 100% of their linear fluorescent lighting as well as all of their metal halide and sodium exterior wall packs. The result of the project was an annual savings of over 164,000 Kwh. This would equate to a financial savings of over $22,000 annually, but since they produce most of their own power, they actually made money on this project. How? Because now they can sell even more energy back to the city's electrical grid.
So if your building operates on alternative energy sources, LED lighting might even make more sense for you than some others. Contact us at FVE to find out more.Other creatorsSee project -
Energy Efficiency Project at Maury Regional Medical Center
Maury Regional Medical Center has consistently been rated among the top hospitals in the country. Its commitment to cutting edge healthcare technology has influenced cutting edge energy savings technology as well. They were the first hospital in Tennessee to retrofit to LEDs. In addition to the almost 17,000 LED tube lights retrofitted into their facility, they also installed our revolutionary HVAC catalyst, saving them close to $50,000 annually.
Future Vision Energy was successful in…Maury Regional Medical Center has consistently been rated among the top hospitals in the country. Its commitment to cutting edge healthcare technology has influenced cutting edge energy savings technology as well. They were the first hospital in Tennessee to retrofit to LEDs. In addition to the almost 17,000 LED tube lights retrofitted into their facility, they also installed our revolutionary HVAC catalyst, saving them close to $50,000 annually.
Future Vision Energy was successful in helping Maury Regional receive an award totaling $150,000 for an LED lighting retrofit, seeking to reduce the overall energy consumed by retrofitting 16,618 4’ fluorescent bulbs and 1,189 2’ fluorescent bulbs with low-wattage LED tube lights. The hospital was previously using 5,308,957 KWh annually with their old lighting; after the project their annual use was reduced to 3,034,678 KWh, representing a 43% savings in energy consumption.
This award was in addition to a TVA EnergyRight Solutions Rebate of almost $140,000 that was used to offset the cost of the project. This project was first LED lighting retrofit of any hospital in Tennessee. This is the future of long-lasting, energy-efficient lighting.Other creatorsSee project -
Energy Efficient Lighting Retrofit at HG Hill Food Store
Sometimes, in the overall business plan for our customers, LEDs are not the best solution. While very rare, this is the case sometimes as it was for the owner of this HG Hill Food Store in Nashville, Tennessee. The customer was extremely satisfied with the lighting levels and overall look of his store with the retrofit. We swapped out old, innefficient 8' T12 double lamp fixtures with very efficient 4' T8 single lamp fixtures in the store and stock room.
All of his store coolers…Sometimes, in the overall business plan for our customers, LEDs are not the best solution. While very rare, this is the case sometimes as it was for the owner of this HG Hill Food Store in Nashville, Tennessee. The customer was extremely satisfied with the lighting levels and overall look of his store with the retrofit. We swapped out old, innefficient 8' T12 double lamp fixtures with very efficient 4' T8 single lamp fixtures in the store and stock room.
All of his store coolers, freezers, and walk-ins were retrofitted with high efficiency LED tube lamps. This not only made his food cases look better, but delivered a quality light without heat, saving the store thousands of dollars every year. How? Since the coolers and freezers don't have to work hard to compensate for the extra heat generated by the lights, they now only have to work to cool the food. The refrigeration systems run much less, saving electricity.
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LED Lighting Retrofit at Forklift Systems, Inc.
Location: Nashville, TN
Product: Green Ray LED Tube Lights, 4100K and 5500K
Savings: 67% energy savings
1,062 4’ fluorescent bulbs and 20 2’ fluorescent bulbs were retrofitted with low-wattage LED tube lights, reducing the overall lighting energy costs by 67%. This eliminated potential mercury hazards in a mechanical maintenance setting where lights are at risk of breakage. All fluorescent tubes contain the harmful element Hg (mercury) while LEDs contain no harmful substances. All…Location: Nashville, TN
Product: Green Ray LED Tube Lights, 4100K and 5500K
Savings: 67% energy savings
1,062 4’ fluorescent bulbs and 20 2’ fluorescent bulbs were retrofitted with low-wattage LED tube lights, reducing the overall lighting energy costs by 67%. This eliminated potential mercury hazards in a mechanical maintenance setting where lights are at risk of breakage. All fluorescent tubes contain the harmful element Hg (mercury) while LEDs contain no harmful substances. All of these LEDs carry a five year manufacturer's warranty as well as a five year labor warranty, eliminating any cost related to lighting for a minimum of five years.
Increased light levels after the project was completed were so amazing that the shop workers now do not have to use drop lights to work on the lift trucks.Other creatorsSee project -
LED Retrofit at Imasen Bucyrus Corporation, Inc. ("IB Tech")
A 24/7 Operation That Will Save Hundreds of Thousands.
Imasen Bucyrus Corporation hired FVE in 2012 to completely replace all of their existing 400W metal halide and T12 fluorescent fixtures with LED. The results were astounding.
All of the original fixtures were replaced with 4-lamp, 4' long T8 LED tube lights in brand new built-to-spec fixtures. The overall quality of light was improved dramatically and the energy reduction was astonishing. This project will save this Japanese…A 24/7 Operation That Will Save Hundreds of Thousands.
Imasen Bucyrus Corporation hired FVE in 2012 to completely replace all of their existing 400W metal halide and T12 fluorescent fixtures with LED. The results were astounding.
All of the original fixtures were replaced with 4-lamp, 4' long T8 LED tube lights in brand new built-to-spec fixtures. The overall quality of light was improved dramatically and the energy reduction was astonishing. This project will save this Japanese company hundreds of thousands of dollars in electricity costs.
PROJECT RESULTS
• Savings of over $32,000 per year
• Savings of 83% on lighting electricity
• Maintenance-free lighting for 5 years+
• Project ROI of 9 months!Other creatorsSee project -
World's Largest LED Retrofit & Single Site Energy Efficiency Project
The largest single site energy efficiency project in the world!
GAP Inc. contracted Future Vision Energy to consult with them to reduce energy costs at their Tennessee distribution center located in Gallatin, Tennessee. There are three buildings at their Gallatin location, totaling nearly 3 million square feet of space. This is the largest distribution center for Gap worldwide and one of the largest distribution centers in North America. At the time of completion, this project is the…The largest single site energy efficiency project in the world!
GAP Inc. contracted Future Vision Energy to consult with them to reduce energy costs at their Tennessee distribution center located in Gallatin, Tennessee. There are three buildings at their Gallatin location, totaling nearly 3 million square feet of space. This is the largest distribution center for Gap worldwide and one of the largest distribution centers in North America. At the time of completion, this project is the world's largest single site LED retrofit, world's largest outdoor plasma lighting installation, AND the world's largest single site energy efficiency project of any kind. The project was conducted by Future Vision Energy, one of the nation's leading energy efficiency consulting and project management companies.
PROJECT RESULTS
• Annual reduction of 8,286,199 KWh
• Annual savings of nearly $500,000 in energy costs alone
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
• 17,792,401 lbs. of CO2 Eliminated Annually
• 667,215 Trees Saved Annually
• 1,551 Acres of Trees Planted Annually
• 2,206 Fewer Cars on the Road AnnuallyOther creatorsSee project -
LED Retrofit Project at Associated Rack Corp.
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ARC specializes in custom tooling for the Plating, Anodizing, Powder Coating, E-coating, Circuit Board, Heat Treating, and PVD industries. Associated Rack provides complete fabricating services, material handling units, carts, baskets, and transportation units as well as a variety of non conductive, protective coatings. In 2013, ARC contracted with Future Vision Energy to retrofit its two buildings in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee with high efficiency LED lighting in order to save money on their…
ARC specializes in custom tooling for the Plating, Anodizing, Powder Coating, E-coating, Circuit Board, Heat Treating, and PVD industries. Associated Rack provides complete fabricating services, material handling units, carts, baskets, and transportation units as well as a variety of non conductive, protective coatings. In 2013, ARC contracted with Future Vision Energy to retrofit its two buildings in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee with high efficiency LED lighting in order to save money on their electric bills, reduce maintenance issues, and increase the lumens their shop areas. As you can see in this video, the project definitely brightened the place up. Amazing! Their maintenance has dropped 100% since the installation was completed and their lighting energy consumption has dropped by a whopping 74%.
PROJECT RESULTS
• Savings of 74% in KWh
• Savings of close to $6,000 annually
• Brighter, maintenance lighting for 10+ yearsOther creatorsSee project -
LED Retrofit Project at Richland Place Retirement Center
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Richland Place is a luxury independent retirement living center with 137 apartments and approximately 165 residents. The Health Center at Richland Place opened in 1992 and offers Skilled Nursing Care, Rehab, Intermediate Care, and General Inpatient Hospice Care. It is licensed as a Skilled and Long Term Care Nursing Facility with 107 licensed beds. Both facilities are not-for-profit organizations managed by National Healthcare Corporation (NHC) out of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Richland Place…Richland Place is a luxury independent retirement living center with 137 apartments and approximately 165 residents. The Health Center at Richland Place opened in 1992 and offers Skilled Nursing Care, Rehab, Intermediate Care, and General Inpatient Hospice Care. It is licensed as a Skilled and Long Term Care Nursing Facility with 107 licensed beds. Both facilities are not-for-profit organizations managed by National Healthcare Corporation (NHC) out of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Richland Place contracted with Future Vision Energy in 2013 to assess their energy consumption as related to their lighting systems and make recommendations to reduce their overall lighting energy costs. An LED retrofit was recommended for all of their common areas and public spaces.
Before the LED project was completed, Richland Place was spending over $53,000 per year in electricity costs on their fluorescent lighting systems. After the project was completed, this cost dropped to under $20,000 annually. In addition, they were able to save another $9,253 per year in maintenance costs related to their out-dated lighting fixtures.
The retirement home and health center look amazing now that the new LED lights are installed. Not only that, but heat in the building has been reduced dramatically due to the removal of the fluorescent ballasts. Most businesses don't realize how much heat is generated by fluorescent and halogen lighting.
PROJECT RESULTS
• Savings of 65% in lighting electricity kWh
• Savings of over $43,000 annually
• Actualized ROI of 26 months
• Better, maintenance-free lighting for 10+ years
• Savings of over $43,000 annuallyOther creatorsSee project
Honors & Awards
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2019 Inc. 5000 List
Inc. Magazine
Inc. 5000 is a list of the nation’s fastest-growing privately held companies. The award distinguishes entrepreneurial leaders and celebrates innovation in specific industries, metro areas, revenue brackets, employee numbers, and women- and minority-run companies.
We ranked #1924 in the U.S., #14 in Nashville, and #31 in Tennessee.
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2019 Entrepreneur 360™ List
Entrepreneur Magazine
We were #205. Each year Entrepreneur magazine identifies businesses that are mastering the art and science of growing a business. To do this, they invited companies to apply and evaluated them based on the analysis of 50-plus data points organized into five pillars: Revenue and Customers, Management Efficiency, Innovation, Financial Evaluation, and Business Valuation. The result is the Entrepreneur 360™ list.
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Nashville Business Journal Small Business of the Year
Nashville Business Journal
This is our second time in a row winning this award.
The Nashville Business Journal announced their 2019 Small Business Awards honorees in July. To assemble their list of winners, they accepted nominations from the public. Nominees filled out questionnaires, and an independent panel of judges scored them, ranking everything from revenue growth, marketing strategy and overall business plan strength.
The companies scoring the highest made it to this year's winners list. ELS was one…This is our second time in a row winning this award.
The Nashville Business Journal announced their 2019 Small Business Awards honorees in July. To assemble their list of winners, they accepted nominations from the public. Nominees filled out questionnaires, and an independent panel of judges scored them, ranking everything from revenue growth, marketing strategy and overall business plan strength.
The companies scoring the highest made it to this year's winners list. ELS was one of the 25 honorees of this prestigious award. -
2018 Inc. 5000 List #1304
Inc. Magazine
Inc. 5000 is a list of the nation’s fastest-growing privately held companies. The award distinguishes entrepreneurial leaders and celebrates innovation in specific industries, metro areas, revenue brackets, employee numbers, and women- and minority-run companies.
We ranked #1304 in the U.S., #8 in Nashville, and #17 in Tennessee.
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Nashville Business Journal Small Business of the Year
Nashville Business Journal
The Nashville Business Journal announced their 2018 Small Business Awards honorees in July. To assemble their list of winners, they accepted nominations from the public. Nominees filled out questionnaires, and an independent panel of judges scored them, ranking everything from revenue growth, marketing strategy and overall business plan strength.
The companies scoring the highest made it to this year's winners list. ELS was one of the 25 honorees of this prestigious award. -
Nominated for Nashville's 40 under 40
Nashville Business Journal
Each year, the Nashville Business Journal opens nominations for professionals younger than 40 who are making a difference in their company, field or community. I was nominated for the 2015 class.
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2014 NEXT Award for Excellence in Business & Entrepreneurship in Middle Tennessee Finalist
Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
The 2014 NEXT Awards recognize what's NEXT in the entrepreneurial landscape of Nashville and Middle Tennessee. Nashville is a hotbed for innovators, entrepreneurs and creatives. Companies will be awarded across five industry categories: digital media/entertainment; health care; social enterprise/sustainability; technology; and products/services.
Future Vision Energy was nominated in the Social Enterprise/Sustainability category.
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Nominated for the 2014 Sumner Co. Impact Award
Nashville Business Journal
The Nashville Business Journal solicited nominees who are leading changes in Sumner County. My name was nominated for my work in energy efficiency for companies an enterprise located in Sumner County, Tennessee.
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Rising Star Award
Tennessee Small Business Development Center
I had the honor of being named the 2014 "Rising Star" among the hundreds of entrepreneurs who avail themselves of the services of the TNSBDC. I was recognized for my success in founding, building, and growing Future Vision Energy to become one of the most-successful energy efficiency consulting and project management firms in North America.
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Nominated for Small Business of the Year
Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce
On Thursday, June 12, 2014, the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual awards celebration, "A Night Among the Stars" presented by Hendersonville Medical Center at Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club in Hendersonville.
“This is an opportunity for members to come together in a relaxed setting and celebrate the accomplishments of member companies. This annual event has become a favorite and with a new format built around networking and fellowship we expect to see a lot of…On Thursday, June 12, 2014, the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual awards celebration, "A Night Among the Stars" presented by Hendersonville Medical Center at Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club in Hendersonville.
“This is an opportunity for members to come together in a relaxed setting and celebrate the accomplishments of member companies. This annual event has become a favorite and with a new format built around networking and fellowship we expect to see a lot of members make this a fun night out for themselves and their staff,” stated Chamber President/CEO Brenda S. Payne.
Small Business of the Year is recognized as member companies whose business demonstrates financial success, progressive management, superior customer service and concern for the community.
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Innovator Award
Gallatin Chamber of Commerce
In April 2014, we were presented with the Annual Innovator Award for our commitment and service to the City of Gallatin, Tennessee. Our innovations in energy efficiency were recognized by our peers and leaders in the business community. In the City of Gallatin alone, we have been responsible for helping reduce nearly 8 gigawatt hours of electricity through innovative LED lighting retrofits and HVAC efficiency upgrades.
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Nominated for Governor's Environmental Stewardship Award : Building Green Category
State of Tennessee, Governor's Office
The Building Green award recognizes innovation in siting, structure design and use, deconstruction and construction techniques, supply chain and materials sourcing, operational efficiency (water use, energy efficiency), longevity, flexibility of use, protecting occupant health and productivity and reduction in overall carbon footprint. A project using in-fill, brownfields or repurposing of existing structures will receive special consideration.
Our energy efficiency project at Maury…The Building Green award recognizes innovation in siting, structure design and use, deconstruction and construction techniques, supply chain and materials sourcing, operational efficiency (water use, energy efficiency), longevity, flexibility of use, protecting occupant health and productivity and reduction in overall carbon footprint. A project using in-fill, brownfields or repurposing of existing structures will receive special consideration.
Our energy efficiency project at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, TN was nominated for this award in the Spring of 2014. (See project at: http://futurevisionenergy.com/portfolio.html#mrmc) -
Nominated for Governor's Environmental Stewardship Award : Energy and Renewable Resources Category
State of Tennessee, Governor's Office
This award recognizes projects that further the widespread use and adoption of alternative fuels, conservation strategies, innovative devices or techniques, as well as creation of domestic fuel sources. Nominations may also include projects that increase the energy efficiency of buildings or equipment, the use of environmentally-benign energy production technologies, developing advanced energy technologies, using renewable energy resources or the use of innovative technologies that will reduce…
This award recognizes projects that further the widespread use and adoption of alternative fuels, conservation strategies, innovative devices or techniques, as well as creation of domestic fuel sources. Nominations may also include projects that increase the energy efficiency of buildings or equipment, the use of environmentally-benign energy production technologies, developing advanced energy technologies, using renewable energy resources or the use of innovative technologies that will reduce dependence upon traditional fossil-fuel-based energy sources. Special consideration will be given to nominations that demonstrate a comprehensive approach to energy issues and highlight the relationship between the environmental benefits and the associated social and economic benefits.
Our energy efficiency project at City Square Solar Center in Hendersonville, TN was nominated for this award in the Spring of 2014. (See project at: http://futurevisionenergy.com/portfolio.html#citysquaresolarcenter)
Organizations
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Entergy Trade Ally Network
Trade Ally
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NYSERDA
Trade Ally
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Duke Energy Trade Ally Program
Trade Ally
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company Trade Ally Program
Trade Ally
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Georgia Power Trade Ally Network
Trade Ally
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TVA Preferred Partner Network
Trade Ally
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Gallatin Area Chamber of Commerce
Chairman of the Board of Directors
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Tennessee Hospital Association
Member
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Tennessee Hospital Engineers Association
Member
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TN Chapter HFMA
Website STAR Committee, Co-Chair
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TN Automotive Manufacturer's Association
Member
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Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
Member
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Sumner County Museum Association
Board Member
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Nashville Entrepreneur Center
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Williamson County Chamber of Commerce
Member
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