Lawrence County CEO

10/22/2026

Contact Dawn Brewer at 812-887-6417 for more information!

10/20/2026

Legacy Meats hosted the Lawrence County CEO class last Wednesday. Amanda Brashear talked with the class about why she and her husband Matthew decided to open a store in Bridgeport. Legacy Meats started out on a gravel road near Sumner. Customers loved to purchase their meat there but the distance and gravel road were an issue for some. Just days before Todd Gray owner of Gray’s Restaurant was to tear down the building he and the Brashears struck a deal and Legacy Meats began their move to Bridgeport. Legacy Meats provides top cuts of meat and other items so families can enjoy fresh meat for their tables. The Brashears have made a few changes along the way. They have decided not to be open every day of the week. They realized that their business would be more profitable to be open a few less days. The days they are open are their busiest and most profitable. We are so thankful Legacy Meats decided to work with Todd and open their business in the old Gray’s restaurant. Thank you for a great visit.

10/20/2026

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10/13/2026

Thursday the Lawrence County CEO class visited Dorney’s Pumpkin Patch. Kim Dorney talked to the class about some of the challenges she encountered this season. Due to the heavy rains she had to replant one of her patches three times. Due to this she was not able to replant some of her varieties. This also had an impact on her profits and supply of pumpkins. Kim loves having the pumpkin patch. Being a retired teacher she loves seeing the kids enjoying the many activities at the patch and many are able to take a pumpkin home. It is great to have this small business in our community. Thank you for a great visit.

10/12/2026

Running the Lawrence County Health Department (LCHD) is a big job. There are several different services provided and agencies housed there. The Lawrence County CEO class visited LCHD and heard about just what it takes to manage this facility. Amy Marley, Administrator and Liz Weber, Human Resources Director spoke to the class about the many services that are housed at LCHD. They also shared the importance of trying to bring these services together to better serve Lawrence County. Managing personnel and being fiscally responsible are very important to running a business. We enjoyed hearing about LCHD and its’ services and taking a tour of the facility. Thank you for Lawrence County Health Department for having us.

10/11/2026

The Lawrence County CEO class enjoyed visiting the City of Sumner. Mayor Betty Brian and City Administrator Travis Trainer talked about the many things that go into running city government. They both shared about some of the grants the city had been awarded and how they have benefited the citizens. It was also interesting to hear about the many events the city supports. Thank you Mayor Brian and City Administrator Trainer for a great visit.

10/08/2026

Last week Mark Bowler, CEO Bowler Performance Transmissions was our guest speaker. Mark has been an Investor, Board Member and Mentor for the Lawrence County CEO program for many years. He shared with the class you must have a passion for your business. Find something you like to do when choosing your business. Work hard and make good on what you say you will do. First impressions are incredibly important. The connections you make in CEO and throughout your life are so valuable. We are so lucky to have Mark Bowler and Bowler Performance Transmissions as an Investor, Board Member and supporter of the Lawrence County CEO program.

10/07/2026

The Lawrence County CEO Class is hosting a Bid-Night for those who want their business on a custom Lawrence-Opoly board on Saturday, November 21st at the Pearl Centre. Business owners can bid on a spot on the board, and even get a chance to be on the money and cards! Doors open at 4:30, ticket entry only! Buy your tickets by contacting Dawn Brewer at 812-887-6417. Food provided by Alfonzo’s, Hoagy House, and SipIt. We’re excited to see you there!

10/01/2026

You don’t want to miss this event. We are so lucky to be holding this big event at the Pearl Centre on November 21st. Doors open at 4:30. Keep watching for additional details.

Be a part of history! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be apart of something big! The Lawrence County CEO class is hosting a “Lawrence-Opoly Bid Night” where you can bid upon a spot on a custom Lawrence county Monopoly board. Get your small business on a space, and mark your spot in our community!

10/01/2026

Be a part of history! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be apart of something big! The Lawrence County CEO class is hosting a “Lawrence-Opoly Bid Night” where you can bid upon a spot on a custom Lawrence county Monopoly board. Get your small business on a space, and mark your spot in our community!