The Clinton Chamber along with
Main Street Clinton celebrated Clinton and
our wonderful businesses and community leaders
who have made our city a place to call home.

Our wonderful guest speaker Robert St. John
inspired us all to find that “one thing” that will
make a difference in our community.

You may read more about our award winners
and how they inspire us.

Congratulations to all!
Guest Speaker Robert St. John
2021 Outstanding
Citizen of the Year
Judge Kenny Lewis

The Outstanding Citizen of the Year was given to Judge Kenny Lewis. Kenny Lewis, a Clinton graduate, has served as a Clinton police officer, a trustee and president of the Clinton Public School Board, MS School Board of Trustees, ordained minister, mentor for the CJHS Boys to Men program, and currently the Justice Court Judge elected by the citizens of District Four. He and his wife Vickie have spent nearly three decades working toward a better tomorrow for their two children and the community. Together, they own and operate four faith-based businesses from the city of Clinton which gives him the platform to play his part in helping develop the economic from the inside out. He often reminds individuals when facing the ups and downs of life that, “we have seen too many victories to let defeat have the last word.”
2021 Distinguished Service
Jonathan Ford

Jonathan Ford was named the 2021 Distinguished Service award winner. Jonathan has served in many volunteer capacities with the Chamber since opening his insurance agency with Alfa in 2016. He is a graduate of the inaugural Clinton Citizen Police Academy and a member of Main Street Clinton. Jonathan is a 2019 Leadership Clinton graduate and the current co-chair of the program. He also enjoys volunteering with the Clinton Christmas Parade where he directs traffic and lines up floats before the parade begins. Jonathan enjoys studying and learning about the history of Clinton for which he credits George Broadstreet and Dr. Walter Howell. He creates a monthly Clinton crossroad puzzle in The Clinton Courier and named Turner the Train. He grew up in Clinton and a member of Parkway Baptist Church. Jonathan, 2005 Clinton graduate, married his high school sweetheart Sara Tingle and have a one-year-old daughter, Betsy.
2021 Ambassador of the Year
Wendy Agnew Hutchins

One outstanding ambassador who faithfully serves and volunteers regularly receives the Ambassador of the Year award each year. The 2021 recipient, Wendy Hutchins, joined Watkins Construction and Roofing in June 2020. She quickly embraced her role in business development and appreciates the functionality and beauty that a well-constructed roof provides. Prior to joining Watkins, she served as the project manager for the American Cancer Society’s Central Mississippi Breast Cancer Mission Programs and Research. Additionally, she enjoys serving her community through volunteer work such as the American Cancer Society and Make-A-Wish Mississippi.
2021 Small Business of the Year
Lavallee Electrical Services

 The recipient of the Small Business of the Year award was Lavallee Electrical Services. Owner and Master Electrician Paul Lavallee started the company in 2016. Paul has served as an electrical instructor at the Mississippi Construction Education Foundation since 2013. Lavallee Electrical Services has eight full-time employees and support the Chamber through an annual sponsorship of Red Brick Roads along with participation in several Chamber and Main Street events such as BBQ on the Boulevard, Clinton Christmas Parade, and Red Brick Brew. Paul is a big supporter of live music and actively plays the trombone with several groups around the area. 
2021 Past Chamber President
Gerad Hardy

As 2021 taught the world change, the 2021 past Chamber president Gerad Hardy guided us to adapt and to “step forward together” as a community. Gerad showed this through his own journey as he retired and took on the position of instructor of management at Millsaps College. He and his wife Jill have 3 children who are Clinton Arrows. 
2021 Olde Towne
Business of the Year
303 Jefferson
 
303 Jefferson was recognized as the 2021 Olde Towne Business of the Year. Tim Parkman renovated the property and turned it into the popular Down-home restaurant we know today as 303 Jefferson. 303 Jefferson are actively involved in the community through their support of the Red Brick Roads Music and Arts Festival, Main Street Clinton’s Olde Towne After Dark Trivia night, Back To The Bricks, and other community activities.
2021 Volunteer of the Year
Erin Fults
 
Honored as the 2021 Volunteer of the Year was Erin Fults. Erin has been the creative vision and mastermind behind the Red Brick Roads festival’s vibrant decorations. Erin brings the festival to life with her artistic flare which allows for visitors to truly experience Clinton.
2021 Boulevard
Business of the Year
General Pump & Equipment
 
The 2021 Boulevard Business of the Year was General Pump & Equipment. Founded in 1978 by long-time Clinton resident Wallace H. Lammons, General Pump is a family-owned business located in the Clinton Boulevard District. Today the business is owned and operated by the brother and sister team of Wally and Bridgett Lammons.
2021 Large Business of the Year – Baptist Healthplex at MC

The awards presentation followed the year in review and began with the naming of the Large Business of the Year award that was received by Baptist Healthplex at MC. The Clinton Healthplex began in 1997 as a joint venture between Mississippi College and Baptist Health Systems. For nearly, 25 years the Clinton Healthplex has provided a premium fitness experience for Clinton and Mississippi College. The Healthplex promotes wellness and fitness through its many programs and by their support of many city related events. As the beacon for fitness and wellness, the Healthplex mission remains the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow.