chamber MISSION
The BACC is committed to advancing the long-term prosperity of Bartlett and Northeast Shelby County by sustaining and growing its business community.
The BACC is Northeast Shelby County’s largest business membership organization. It is comprised of more than 600 members who represent a broad array of industries and professions within a market population of 265,000.
WHAT WE DO
Sustain and grow both the economy and the community
Develop and implement innovative programs for our members
Assist in the Growth of Existing Businesses
Attract new capital by marketing community assets
MEET YOUR CHAMBER sTAFF
John Threadgill
President & CEO
As BACC’s President and CEO since 2006, John began his career in Nashville doing international recruitment of capital investment with the state of Tennessee. From 1990 to 2006 he led the international program for the Greater Memphis Area Chamber of Commerce where he eventually became Chief Administrative Officer. At the BACC, John remains focused on economic development by bringing in new companies and helping expand existing businesses in the Bartlett area. John graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a BA in Economics and an MA in Finance. John is a history buff who enjoys hiking, camping and kayaking.
Terry Mecklin
Director for Membership & Community Development
Terry serves as the BACC'S Director of Membership and Community Development. Her primary responsibilities are to help grow and maintain the Chamber membership. In addition to overseeing our elite team of Ambassadors, Terry will help members connect through networking and business events. Some of those events include the Membership Luncheon, Perk before Work, Staying Ahead of the Curve and Business After Hours. Terry spent 35 years working in the field of Physical Therapy, as a PTA, and the last 7 years as a small business owner of Learning Health and Wellness. She was the President of the BACC Ambassadors in 2021 and was awarded Ambassador of the year two years in a row.
Kathy Carl
Director of Operations
As Director of Operations, Kathy is responsible for making the chamber run smoothly and efficiently. She directs and manages the Bartlett Station Farmers Market as well as the annual BACC Business Expo, Holiday Heroes, and the Bartlett Christmas Market. In addition to serving as liaison for the Chamber Board of Directors, she’s a member of the Kiwanis Club and sits on the board of the Bartlett Education Foundation.
Kathy lives in Bartlett with her husband Rusty, two dogs and two cats. She enjoys spending time with her children and grandkids.
Deborah Camp
Marketing Specialist
Deborah assists in the marketing and publicizing of chamber events, products and publications. She also writes and serves as editor for the chamber’s annual Insights Magazine. Deborah is the retired owner of a small data research and marketing firm she owned and operated for 24 years while teaching graduate classes in entrepreneurship at Webster University. She’s an award-winning writer with more than 800 articles published in magazines, journals, newspapers, and online publications. She’s a native Memphian who is married to Michael Correll.
Deborah’s favorite inspirational quote is: “Stay at peace with the little things.” ~ Maya Angelou
Skye Fowler
Project Specialist
Skye helps plan and execute major chamber events including the annual Business Expo, Barty Awards and Christmas Market, among others. As a Bartlett resident she is actively engaged in community affairs—serving on the PTO Board of Altruria Elementary School, and volunteering her time on events with Bartlett Baptist Church. She and her husband Josh have a daughter and two dachshunds. As a family they enjoy camping and kayaking—as well as visiting museums and aquarians, and trying out new restaurants.
Skye’s favorite inspirational quote is: “But they who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” ~ Isaiah 40:31
John Churchill
CEO, TechEd2Go
John creates partnerships with businesses, non-profits organizations, and school districts to help connect the emerging workforce to educational pathways leading to lucrative opportunities in high demand technical fields. After retiring from a 20-year career in the Navy, John worked with Fortune 500 companies such as Nabisco and Kimberly Clark. From there he transitioned into corporate training and continuing education with Southwest Tennessee Community College.
John’s favorite inspirational quote is: “The world we have created is a process of our thinking. It cannot be changed without changing our thinking.” ~ Albert Einstein
Susan Wilson
Project Manager for Greater Memphis Medical Device Council
As Project Manager for the GMMDC, Susan connects with high school students interested in pursuing careers in the fast-growing medical device industry. In addition to speaking to groups, presenting at career fairs and conducting tours of medical device companies, she also assists the GMMDC Board with projects. She earned a BS in Organizational Leadership. Susan retired with 22 years from SW Tennessee Community College, and currently serves on Southwest’s Mechanical Engineering Advisory Board, among others. Susan also manages the Wilson Blueberry farm, and enjoys making jams and other blueberry delights.
Susan’s favorite inspirational quote is: “The future depends on what you do today.” ~ Mahatma Gandhi
Lyn Whitson
Community Development Specialist
Lyn Whitson is a Michigan native who has been in the Memphis area for ten years. Lyn has a background in marketing and advertising. She retired from the Bartlett Express after working 40 years in print media. Lyn is the Market Manager for the Bartlett Station Farmers Market. Lyn also works at the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce in Community Development. She enjoys working on the Chamber special events: Christmas Market, Golf, Business Expo, etc.
