This month we had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with a few of our female-owned and operated commercial tenants to celebrate National Business Women’s Week! Each one of these ladies has created and developed thriving small businesses in Clarksville, Tn, and we are here to celebrate them! We’re diving into each of their specialties, which you can read about below!
Flawless Faces by Dominique, LLC
This flourishing business is owned by Dominique Smith-White, a professional and published makeup artist with 5+ years of experience in the beauty industry. Dominique opened her brick-and-mortar location last year, and she specializes in bridal makeup services, which she calls “soft bridal glam.” She also offers “dramatic evening event glam.” Dominique can do it all whether you’re getting married, having a date night, birthday party, or really any occasion! Priding herself on punctual, hygienic, and expert services, you’re sure to feel comfortable in her chair! If you’re interested in viewing her astounding before and after transformations, inquiring about her services, or booking an appointment, you can visit her website. She also does some excellent makeup tutorials on her Youtube channel, so make sure to check those out!
Tutti Frutti Charcuterie
This scrumptious business, owned by Amanda Emling, is the first and only licensed charcuterie company in Clarksville! Amanda creates custom, gorgeous, and delectable charcuterie-style boards, boxes, tables, and more! Serving Fort Campbell, Kentucky-Clarksville, Tn., and more, Tutti Frutti’s charcuterie is available in multiple sizes, including personalized packs, all the way grazing tables for events, etc.! If you want to make entertaining easy and fun, make sure to reach out to her for your next date night, wedding reception, and more! She also regularly stocks her grazing boxes at Beachaven Winery, so make sure to grab a box when you’re there! You’ll get an individualized experience every time with Amanda, so she recommends you contact her via email or by DM on one of her various social media accounts. Visit her Facebook to peruse some of the seriously beautiful charcuterie she puts together; you won’t regret it!
Nailed It DIY Studio, Clarksville, Tn.
Owned by Leanne Lannan, this fun do-it-yourself home decor studio is a smash hit with locals! They opened their doors last year and have been creating connection-based experiences ever since. So what can you expect at Nailed It DIY? Leanne and her fun-loving teammates will expertly teach and guide you as you design and build custom wooden home decor uniquely styled by you! With a massive selection of projects, you may have trouble choosing from tailored porch greeters, serving trays, signs, decor boxes, family games, and more! If you’re looking for a fun date night, a company bonding event, birthday parties, and more – this is the place! You can book your next crafting experience and browse all of their currently available projects on their website. Don’t forget to check out their socials; you might see a design that catches your eye!
Winked Salon and Spa
Relaxation and beauty combine to create this oasis of a business owned by Hailey Dowell. After opening their doors earlier this year, Hailey and her team have prided themselves on creating a safe and calming environment for their clientele! Personalized attention and superior service culminate, creating an exceptional and rejuvenating experience at Winked. Numerous beauty treatments are available, including lash extensions, microdermabrasion, sugaring, facials, and more! You can easily book your appointments and review their services online. If you’re looking to treat yourself to a spa day, Winked is the place to do it! Don’t forget to check out their socials for some totally satisfying spa day pictures.
Roots of Bea Brown Hair Salon
You can expect an informed, professional and individualized experience when you walk through the doors of Roots of Bea Brown Hair Salon. Owned and operated by Sharon Denise, a retired Army Veteran, Roots is a full-service salon specializing in holistic trichology. The salon offers a range of beauty and health services, including scalp analysis, loc creation and maintenance, deep conditioning, hair extensions, and much more! Sharon truly cares about her client’s overall health and wellbeing, so expect some extra care and attention when you’re in her seat. If you’d like to review available services/treatments or to book a session, visit her website. Check out some of the amazing styles that Sharon and her team create on their socials!
Muse Modern Marketing
This dynamic power team is cornering and refining the digital marketing space in Clarksville, Tn! Muse Modern Marketing is owned and operated by Summer Cummings, CEO and business development specialist, and Sande Cox, COO and digital strategist. Do you have a small business that could use a little more exposure? Do you offer an awesome product, and now you need to get the right people to see it? Muse can take your business to the next level with individualized and custom marketing support. They “believe in better ideas created in a different way.” Aiming to deliver measurable and quantifiable marketing and advertising results, Summer and Sande are your next one-stop-shop for all things marketing! Check out their offerings and set up a consultation on their website! You can also learn more about Summer and Sande’s business on their socials!
Wyatt Insurance Services inc.
Insurance can be tricky and Beverly Taylor, the Managing Partner for the Clarksville offices of Wyatt Insurance Services, knows that. Beverly will help you protect your investments with a confident and professional approach, specializing in serving business owners across Clarksville. Beverly enjoys learning about her clients and their needs as she helps them navigate the ever confusing insurance world. You’re in knowledgeable and skilled hands when you work with Wyatt Insurance Services. You can peruse their services and schedule a consultation on their website.
Clarksville Nutrition and Energy
Clean and healthy options can be hard to find, but not at Clarksville Nutrition and Energy, owned by Gina James-Swinger! Delicious and nutritious – the offerings at Clarksville Nutrition and Energy will give you the boost you need! Gina is committed to helping create and maintain a healthy community by providing a wide variety of smoothies, shakes, coffees & frappes, energy beverages, and more! They also have healthy snack options, sure to hit the spot. You can browse their current energizing beverage options on their Facebook.
It is an absolute pleasure at Millan to have such a variety of commercial tenants who are growing and thriving. We aim to highlight our tenants’ businesses as if they were our own, and we couldn’t be prouder of how well they are all doing. If you want to support local small businesses, this is a good list to get you started!
This new year, we invite the Clarksville community to support YAIPak Outreach.
Whether you would like to help benefit veterans, children, or those experiencing homelessness in our community, their mission is to provide a blessed 2021 for all of those in need!
Check out the difference they are making in our community and learn more about how you can donate. >> https://bit.ly/3lHcI4K
Millan Enterprises is not only a property management company, but also an advocate for the local Clarksville and Fort Campbell community. Over the years, Millan has passionately supported many local businesses and non-profit organizations in various ways. Supporting the local community is one of Leo and Lillie Millan’s driving forces behind creating a successful business and life.
Millan Enterprises partners with YAI Paks Outreach
As a team, Millan Enterprises has raised money, participated in fundraising events, and organized in-office food/supply drives for many different Clarksville and global non-profit organizations. Some of these organizations include The Mana Cafe, YAI Paks, Montgomery County Animal Control Center, The Screaming Eagle Foundation, PAWS, 29:11, and so many more!
Millan Enterprises partners with Montgomery County Animal Control
Participating in events like the I Haiti My Christmas Sweater virtual 5K to support Emmanuel Children’s Village to hosting in-office food drives for Stand Up To Hunger, Millan Enterprises values the hard work put in by many of our community members to support these great organizations. With an ever-changing societal climate, we hope to further excel our support of local organizations.
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The Roxy Regional Theatre, renowned for its entertainment and educational opportunities, was once a movie theatre during the 1900s. What makes the Roxy Regional Theatre into what it is today?
Early History
Originally called The Lillian during the early 1900s, it was the first movie theatre in Clarksville, TN, and it was the hub for local entertainment. In 1915, the Lillian was rebuilt after a fire and entertained patrons with silent pictures. During the Great Depression, the Lillian went “dark;” and then with the arrival of Fort Campbell, the Lillian was renamed the Roxy.
After another fire destroyed the venue in 1945, the Roxy was completely rebuilt. For nearly 40 years, The Roxy entertained Clarksvillians with first-run movies through the 1980s. Then, after sitting vacant for three years, Tom Thayer and John McDonald revitalized the historic theater, re-opening it on November 3, 1983, as a live stage performance theatre.
What is the Roxy Regional Theatre?
The Roxy Regional Theatre provides entertainment to the Clarksville community through live theatre performances. In 1995, a professional company was created due to the demand for Shakespeare, other classics, school curriculum-based productions, and holiday shows. The Roxy Regional School of the Arts was also established in 1995. The school offers teens extensive training in modern theatre, and provides them with an opportunity to work directly with professionals in the industry.
How can you support the Roxy Regional Theatre?
When supporting the arts there is something everyone can do. There are many great opportunities available to support the Roxy Regional Theatre!
Usher Volunteers
Ushers are needed to seat patrons at performances. A nice perk for this position includes viewing the show for free, once all patrons are seated. Email the Roxy’s box office for availability at roxy@roxyregionaltheatre.org.
Internships
A limited number of internships are available for high school and college students who have completed one year at the Roxy Regional School of the Arts. These internships can broaden the technical knowledge of the theatre.
Donate
The Roxy Regional Theatre is a tax-exempt organization. Your gift is fully tax-deductible as a charitable contribution to the extent allowed by law. Learn more about donations here.
Auditions
Auditions are held periodically throughout the year, locally and out of town. Refer to their website for exact dates and times.
Roxy School of the Arts
Intended for children ages 10 to 18, these young theatre enthusiasts learn various acting techniques and present a junior production on the mainstage as part of the regular season. Learn more about Roxy School of the Arts here.
Advertisement Opportunities
Opportunities are available in the program booklets that are distributed to over 50,000 at their performances annually. Learn more about advertising here.
Due to current business restrictions, some of these opportunities may be unavailable at this time.*
The Dream Factory is a non-profit organization dedicated to granting the wishes of children who live with chronic illnesses and/or disorders. The Dream Factory began with an all-volunteer chapter in Hopkinsville, KY, and since has grown to over 37 chapters across the country.
The Dream Factory’s mission statement encapsulates their passion – “We grant dreams to critically and chronically ill children from the ages of three through eighteen”.
Maintained by dedicated volunteers and hard-working individuals, this organization aims to raise funds in order to grant the dreams of children within their local chapter communities. By maintaining the organization through an all-volunteer basis, 96.1% of all money raised is used to grant wishes. This has allowed the charity to be recognized by Charity Navigator, the largest evaluator of charities, as a 4-star rated charity for eight consecutive years. The Clarksville chapter hosts several events throughout the year to raise money for their organization. In 2019, they were recognized as one of the charities in The Best of Clarksville campaign.
It takes a team full of dedicated individuals, careful planning, and a generous giving of funds to help grant a single wish. Granting over 200 wishes since the chapter began, The Dream Factory: Clarksville has made a significant impact on the lives of our community members. Some of the past wishes they have granted include trips to Disneyland, Disney World and Universal Studios, meeting famous individuals such as Dale Earnhardt, installing adapted swing sets and bikes, and even a special graduation guest from movie star Bill Murray.
You can support The Dream Factory: Clarksville in many different ways by volunteering, supporting financially, or becoming involved in community events. Visit their website for more information on how you can make dreams come true!
Manna Cafe Ministries is a non-profit organization that aims to nourish those who are in need, both physically and spiritually. Thanks to selfless volunteers, Manna Cafe serves as a soup kitchen on wheels, also distributing groceries and other necessities to those who need it most. Through countless hours of hard work, they make it a mission to share their Christian faith to those they encounter in our community of Clarksville, TN.
The Story of Manna Cafe
Manna Cafe’s roots sprouted in the hands of a missionary from Nashville, TN named Kenny York. He began by donating bread and other food to a homeless camp alongside his wife, Vicki. After hearing concerns from community leaders, the Yorks made their way to settle in Clarksville, TN. Fifteen months after, Manna Cafe was chartered as a non-profit in 2009.
Only three days after the York’s arrival to their new home, a devastating flood hit our community, leaving many families in desperate need. This tragic event brought detriment to our community, but with that also came unity and strength, thanks to organizations like Manna Cafe who rushed to aid with disaster relief through food distribution. Having grown astronomically, Manna Cafe is now able to distribute 1.8 million pounds of food in one year to local Clarksvillian families.
Where to find Manna Cafe?
One of Manna Cafe’s most valuable assets to their mission is their Mobile Cafe. Their Mobile Cafe is their version of an on the go soup kitchen, allowing them to go directly to those in need. You can find them on:
Tuesdays from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm @ Liberty Church and Christ the Healer Church
Thursdays from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm @ Liberty Church and Christ the Healer Church
Saturdays from 8:30 am – 10:00 am @ Liberty Church and Christ the Healer Church
In addition to providing hot meals, Manna Cafe has partnered with Second Harvest Food Bank to supply food boxes for families in our community through their Food Distribution program. You can find them on:
Mondays 10:00 am – 4:00 pm @ 605 Providence Blvd.
Wednesdays 10:00 am – 4:00 pm @ 605 Providence Blvd.
Fridays 10:00 am – 4:00 pm @ 605 Providence Blvd.
One unique event that is made possible through a partnership with Second Harvest Bank is their Mobile Pantry. This is when they bring a truckload of food to approximately 300 clients in locations that are usually not serviced. The next time you can catch will be:
March 7th, 10:00am @ Living Hope Baptist Church (225 Little Hope Church Rd.)
How can you help?
Manna Cafe has a limited number of full-time staff members, however, their mission is fulfilled on a weekly basis through the help of their volunteers and donors. If you want to support this organization that you can do so by the following:
Heather F. S. Fleming is an experienced attorney with 14 years of legal expertise across various practice areas. Most recently, she served as the Director of Human Resources for Montgomery County, Tennessee Government. A certified Human Resources Professional, Heather has a strong background in employment law, compliance, contracts, and organizational leadership.
She is an alumna of Clarksville High School, Austin Peay State University, and Nashville School of Law. Heather lives in Clarksville with her husband of 20 years, Adam. They enjoy food, travel, and spending time with their family, church family, and friends.
Brett grew up in Houston Texas, which is where he calls home. After attending the University of Texas at Austin, Brett was commissioned as a Lieutenant in the Army. He served in the Army for 21 years, where he flew Chinook helicopters and enjoyed an exciting career. In the Army, Brett received the Silver Star and various other awards.
In 2020, he transitioned into Real Estate and by January 2022, he started working at Millan Enterprises as Vice President of Business Development. During his time at Millan, he has impacted many different areas such as the construction, marketing, and newly added aviation department. Brett recently served on the AUSA board. He is married and has one son (Taydan), and three daughters (Maddox, Everly, Rhys). He and his family recently moved to Florida and look forward to continuing to grow both personally and professionally.
Todd hails from Panama City Beach, Florida and has over 35 years of dedicated service to both the United States Marine Corps and the United States Army. He retired from the United States Armed Forces as a Command Sergeant Major, has earned the Distinguished Service Medal (the highest peacetime award recognizing his exceptional contributions to the government), and has earned his Associate’s degree in Applied Business Management and a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts from Excelsior University.
In March 2024, Todd embarked on a new professional journey with Millan Enterprises as the Vice President of Construction and Maintenance. He also serves as a Board Member of the Association of the United States Army, LiteFighter, and SYOTOS.
Beyond his career, Todd is devoted to family life with his spouse, Cosette Sims. Together, they have a daughter, a son, and two cherished grandsons. In his leisure time he enjoys cooking and playing golf.
Tonya Leszczak brings 18 years of experience in higher education, where she specialized in developing events and programs that drive community engagement. She has successfully led various initiatives, demonstrating expertise in logistics management and strategic planning. Among her notable achievements are revitalizing programs at multiple institutions, creating the APSU Mentorship Program, and launching the APSU Governors Military Hall of Fame.
In August 2023, Tonya transitioned to the private sector, joining Millan Enterprises to continue her focus on community engagement and business management. She also broadened her philanthropic efforts by joining the American Mobility Project Board of Directors. Her commitment to leadership development earned her the Friend of PELP Award at Austin Peay, recognizing her dedication to fostering future leaders. Tonya holds a Master of Education in Sport Management from the University of Arkansas and a Bachelor of Science from Western Carolina University, where she competed as a scholarship athlete in cross-country and track and field.
Originally from Weaverville, North Carolina, Tonya enjoys spending time with her husband, Tim, and their daughter, Emma.
Will is a graduate of California State University, San Bernardino, where he studied Industrial and Organizational Psychology. His contributions to the field are reflected in his publications and presentations, including “Veterans to Workplace: Keys to Successful Transition” published in Military Psychology (2021) and poster presentations on topics such as “Threat and Fairness around Diversity Management: Testing Full Integration Theory” and “Organizational Citizenship Behavior, the Big Five, and Self-Monitoring” at the American Psychological Society’s annual convention.
With nearly 20 years of experience in both the private and public sectors, Will currently serves as the Vice President of Human Resources for Millan Enterprises. He manages all aspects of HR including risk management, safety & security, and IT systems all while overseeing operations for Supreme Labor Source, a separate entity of Millan that specializes in contracting out thousands of laborers annually.
Before his current role, Will served as the Director of Human Resources for the City of Clarksville, where he oversaw the HR management of over 1,400 employees.
When not in the office, Will spends time with his family and enjoys riding motorcycles both on the road and off.
Rylan is the Vice President of Real Estate at Millan Enterprises, where he oversees the company’s commercial and residential portfolios, including the property management and leasing teams. Since his start at Millan in September of 2019, he has been a part of transformative projects such as The Press Clarksville & The Millan Center and also has played a pivotal role in acquiring over $70 million in commercial real estate.
Rylan has also led various leadership projects both in the community and internally. He holds a Masters in Strategic Leadership from Austin Peay State University (’15), is a licensed real estate agent with Byers & Harvey, and is a graduate of Leadership Middle Tennessee (’24).
Outside of his professional achievements, Rylan is a dedicated husband and father to three children. He is passionate about playing pickleball and soccer, loves to travel, and has a deep appreciation for entrepreneurship and real estate.
Being from a military family, it’s hard for Chris to declare a hometown. If he had to choose one, it would be the state of Tennessee. Chris first fell in love with Tennessee when he attended and graduated from the University of Tennessee, receiving his Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering. He also holds a Master’s of Business Administration from Oklahoma State University. He is now currently enrolled at Austin Peay State University continuing his education.
Chris has had many roles across the planet varying from Manufacturing to Operations and everything in between, but he has found his love in numbers and finance over the last 10 years. He is a rookie at Millan Enterprises, being with the company since April of 2024.
Chris is currently a board member for the Clarksville Montgomery County Education Foundation as well as a board member for the Clarksville Chapter of Kiwanis. When he is not serving in a professional role, Chris enjoys serving at his church, Living Hope. He is also married with two daughters, Katie and Bree, and has a faithful boxer, Maverick.
Jim is the former mayor of Montgomery County, Tennessee. He was previously the Director of the Street Department for the city of Clarksville where he served for 20+ years. He then served as Chief of Staff for the city of Clarksville. Before he was elected as mayor, he served as Vice President of Business Development for First Advantage Bank. During his 2 terms as mayor, he was instrumental in bringing several projects to fruition that have been beneficial to the local community to include the new F&M Bank Arena and Downtown Commons. He joined the Millan Enterprises team as COO in September of 2022.
His further community involvement includes having served as president of the Downtown Kiwanis Club, president of Leadership Clarksville, chairman of the board of trustees of the Customs House Museum, president of Tennessee Public Works Association, chair of the Clarksville Chamber of Commerce and Military Affairs Committee, and board member of the Clarksville Montgomery County Community Health Foundation.
His appreciation for our Armed Forces has been apparent throughout his career as he fosters relationships with Fort Campbell and organizations that support it. He recently was appointed to the board of trustees for the Fort Campbell Historical Foundation and was named a Champion of Fort Campbell.
He has been given many awards throughout his career from education-based organizations to being recognized by the TN General Assembly.
Born and raised in Montgomery County, Jim enjoys spending time with his family and friends, hunting wild game, and fishing.
Lillie Millan, co-owner of Millan Enterprises, has been at Leo’s side since the company’s inception in 1999. She got her start in Clarksville in 1995 after leaving her hometown of Orange County, California to follow her husband here to Fort Campbell. Her involvement in the company had always been in the accounting department, then molded into heading up design, and finally taking a step up as Co-Chief Member in order to further support the company’s mission.
Her attention to detail was crucial for her time heading the accounting department. As the team grew, so did her interest in interior design. She became passionate about setting the company’s projects at a higher standard than the rest. Again, as the company grew and its mission expanded, her role was best suited officially as Co-Chief Member.
The company’s latest project, The Millan Center, is Lillie’s latest design venture. Her goal is to bring the feel of her roots in the West Coast without compromising the southern charm that Clarksville brings.
The newly started Millan Foundation is a testament to her and her husband’s faith and attitude to put people first. Beyond the Foundation, Lillie has dedicated her time to being on the APSU Candlelight Ball committee helping plan their annual, premier fundraising event.
Outside of work, Lillie enjoys spending time with her four kids and two grandchildren, traveling, listening to country music, playing pickleball, and exercising.
Leo Millan, a U.S. Air Force veteran and Chief Member of Millan Enterprises since its founding in 1999, is a seasoned entrepreneur with a successful track record in startups, traditional real estate investing, commercial development, and franchising. Known for his ability to identify unique opportunities and drive transformative growth, Leo plays a key role in acquiring and strategizing the enhancement of distressed properties.
Millan Enterprises, a distinguished real estate firm with strategic locations in Tennessee, California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, Mississippi, and Alabama, owns and manages a diverse portfolio of over 600 residential doors and over 2 million sqft of commercial space. Specializing in real estate services, the company has a long track record of successfully managing, leasing, and marketing properties all over the country.
Millan Enterprises’ REO Division offers a variety of services aimed at evaluating, revitalizing, and selling bank owned (REO) properties. Their clients include major financial institutions, high-profile institutional investors, and private lenders across the United States who rely on the REO strategies we have developed through decades of dealing with distressed assets.
Furthermore, Millan Enterprises expands its reach into aviation management and hangar leasing, showcasing Leo’s diverse expertise. The company’s commitment to excellence extends beyond real estate, meeting the unique needs of clients in the aviation sector. Addition to real estate, Leo is the Co-Owner of one of the largest SERVPROs in the country, holding 20 licenses. Through his labor company, Supreme Labor Source, SERVPRO engages in numerous large loss jobs, contracting thousands of laborers annually.
As a true entrepreneur, Leo also owns or has a stake in several other small businesses. These businesses range in the hospitality industry to the construction industry.
Leo is passionate about giving back and has been supporting many local and national non-profits over the years. He has also participated and is currently leading mission trips for medical and church building purposes. Leo has since created a Foundation to further enhance those efforts.
Leo, alongside his wife Lillie, has two sons, two daughters, one dog, and two beautiful grandchildren. Beyond his professional commitments and numerous boards that he sits on, Leo enjoys spending quality time with his family, traveling, working out, and playing basketball.
