Moore County Chamber of Commerce President, Patrick Coughlin reflects on his seven year tenure in Moore County, which ends Jan. 31, 2014, as he and his wife, Melanie, and 7 yr. old daughter Bella prepare to move to Cabarrus County where Patrick will assume similar responsibilities starting Feb. 1st, 2014.
Patrick reflects on the many initiatives of our local Chamber including the many accolades received, and the people so instrumental in helping see those initiatives through. Patrick’s love of community, family and church family are the three areas he focuses on as well as many of his own personal inspirations and role models.
First time buyer, Beth Van Kampen joins us to tell her story of how foresight, discipline, patience and careful planning can pay off in today’s real estate market. The experiences she encountered in the purchase of her So. Pines home is as much a primer for Sellers as it is for buyers.
This week the curtain for The Nutcracker goes up at the Robert E. Lee Auditorium. Taylor Dance is in their 15th year of providing a caring and nuturing environment that is essential for each of their dancers & students. Rita Taylor, Executive Director of Taylor Dance, joins us to discuss the fine work of Taylor Dance and how their work fosters self confidence, leadership, creativity, problem solving and a life long love of the arts to it’s students. Union Pines Band Director, Rob Hill is also on hand to discuss his award winning 2013 Marching Band and the life lessons and experiences his students enjoy under his tutelage. Rob is also the Band Director of the SCC Jazz Band. His commitment to his students and his enthusiastic personality make Rob Hill one of the most prominent teachers in Moore County. Many thanks to Teri Blades for organizing this show and for her tireless efforts on behalf of both of these fine organizations.