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Leading Ladies of Rutherford County Business
According to the Tennessee Economic Council on Women, the business women of Rutherford County have made significant strides over the years managing and owning businesses while investing their time and energies into developing and improving their community. The ladies of Who’s Who in Rutherford County’s first Women in Business issue are as diverse as they are talented, intelligent and beautiful - spanning everything from real estate, mortgage lending and insurance to oral surgery, etiquette training, and helping public servants realize dreams of homeownership.

Realtor® Ann Hoke with Keller Williams Realty has made her mark in the real estate industry by consistently delivering results to her customers time and time again. Ann prides herself on simply making good on her word, a practice that has led to her status as a top selling mega agent in Rutherford County with the lowest days on market.

Representing Countrywide Home Loans, American’s #1 mortgage lender is Debbie Howard, a woman who truly believes in making the dreams of homeownership come true for every person. By committing to personal, local loan servicing and excellent customer service, Debbie and her team have secured their place as leaders in their industry.

State Farm agent Celeste Middleton not only seeks to equip small businesses with the insurance products needed to become and remain successful, she understands the challenges of owning a business. Celeste and her award-winning team of insurance professionals help individuals and businesses alike to prepare for the future and safeguard their dreams and families.

Dr. Jennifer Gordon-Maloney of Stonecrest Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is in the business of helping patients keep their beautiful smiles through oral surgery and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Maloney focuses not only on corrective and restorative procedures, but also strives to help patients prevent and treat oral cancer through technology such as digital radiology and the Vizalite® system.

Through etiquette training and consulting, Melanie Spence, owner of The Etiquette Authority helps clients put their best foot forward. With a passion to help people grow in a positive way, Melanie focuses on character development and the quality of the person rather than just table manners.

Paige Mayercik of Perrone & Young, Attorneys at Law always dreamed of and pursued becoming someone who could positively affect the lives of others, improving their quality of life through home ownership. As a wife of a police officer, Paige realized that the people she wanted to help most were public servants. Through HOPS4COPS, Paige helps police officers, firefighters, teachers and EMTs by bundling and discounting everything a first time buyer would need to successfully purchase a home.

The common element found in the stories of the women featured throughout this issue of Who’s Who in Rutherford County is passion. Each has been diligent to pursue their dreams with tenacity and class, all the while serving and uplifting those around them; we think you’ll be inspired!