Miss Rodeo Tennessee Sponsors
It is through the generous support of the businesses and people
featured on this page that the Miss Rodeo Tennessee Pageant and organization is
possible. We sincerely appreciate their continued commitment to our wonderful, talented girls, the sport of rodeo, and the western way of life.
Diamond Sponsors ($5,000)
Franklin PRCA Rodeo
The
Franklin Noon Rotary Club was chartered on January 13, 1948 by Judge
Jim Warren. Among the founding members were Dr. Harry Guffee, Rev. Henry
Moberly, and Bill Miller. Sometime during the winter of 1949, the new
Rotary Club began looking for a fund raising project. The idea for the
Franklin Rodeo began to take form. After much work and prayer the first
Rodeo was held in May 1950 and it was a great success. The Franklin Noon
Rotary Club has been carrying on the tradition since that time. Every
member of The Franklin Rotary Club has an assigned job and a key task in
the production of the Rodeo.
Now celebrating
six decades of service, the rodeo has raised over $2 million "bucks"
with proceeds going to benefit everything from local high school bands
to area medical schools. "For many years, the Franklin Noon Rotary Club
gave scholarships to medical, dental and nursing schools," said long
time Rotarian Jim Hayes. "That financial aid produced a number of good
doctors, dentists, and nurses.
The Franklin
Rodeo is held the third weekend in May each year at the Williamson
County Ag/Expo Center just off I-65 at Exit 61 in Franklin, Tennessee.
Franklin Noon Rotary Club
Since
1950, every dollar raised by the club for community projects has been
raised through the Franklin Rodeo. It's safe to say the Rodeo has produced more
than a million dollars, which has been poured back into the community.
This money has taken the form of college scholarships, books, medical
education, health care, band uniforms, help for the mentally and
physically handicapped, support of exchange students, construction of
park facilities, donations to local charities, direct benevolent work,
Polio Plus, and many, many more projects. No other Franklin Civic Club
has raised and spent more money in the community than the Franklin Noon
Rotary Club.
Rotary
International is the world's first service club organization, with more
than 1.2 million members in 33,000 clubs worldwide. Rotary club members
are volunteers who work locally, regionally, and internationally to
combat hunger, improve health and sanitation, provide education and job
training, promote peace, and eradicate polio under the motto Service
Above Self.
The
family of Rotary extends beyond individual Rotarians and Rotary clubs
to include other service-minded people who help with the organization's
work. Groups such as Rotaract, Interact, and Rotary Community Corps
serve side by side with sponsor clubs, using their diverse skills to
improve the quality of life in their communities.
As
part of this 501(4)c organization, the Franklin Rotary Club at Noon has
been instrumental in distributing over $2,000,000 to local charities
and scholarship programs during its 61 year history.Pictured left is 2010 Miss Rodeo Tennessee, Breezy Smith receiving her Educational Scholarship from 2010-2011 Rotary President, Gavin Moon & MRTN Pageant Director, Kelly Azevedo.
Emerald Sponsors ($2,500)
Dan Post Boot Company
The Dan Post brand was created in the mid 1960's to give a better grade boot to the customer who wants authentic western boots. Dan Post was the innovator in the western boot industry to incorporate built-in comfort in every pair. The Dan Post brand became synonymous for the 'Handcrafted Cushion Comfort." The comfort trend started over 20 years ago and continues today as Dan Post searches for materials that make our boots more comfortable. A legend in western boots, Dan Post owns a tradition and a reputation for making the world's finest cowboy boots. Dan Post combines handcrafted cushion comfort technology with traditional western boot flair. From classic western to exotic leathers, Dan Post gives the wearer handsome, rugged, top quality boots. They look great and they fit great for all day and all night cushioned comfort.
Visit
www.danpostboots.com to see a full line of great Dan Post Boots and more information about the Dan Post Boot Company. Pictured below is Greg Hensley, VP Marketing and Special Events with Miss Rodeo Tennessee and Miss Teen Rodeo Tennessee.
Ruby Sponsors ($1,000)
Reinsman Equestrian Products
Inc., founded in 1993, is a leading manufacturer of saddles, saddle pads, bits
and leather tack. The company owns and operates manufacturing plants in
Cleveland, TN and Yoakum, TX.
As the largest U.S. manufacturer
of complete western equine products, Reinsman has always had the slogan,
“Quality has a style all its own.”
To us, this is more than just
saying; it is our commitment to you that we will only ship the best – products
that are made to the highest standards. This commitment is evident in
the craftsmanship of our skilled American workers.
Our products are endorsed by a
wide range of well-respected competitors and trainers in the western equine
industry, including Clay Tryan, Sharon Camarillo, Molly Powell, and Ken McNabb.
Reinsman is honored to be
associated with the Miss Tennessee Rodeo.
For more information,
please visit our website at www.reinsman.com
or call 800-548-2487
Sydney & Ty pictured with their Wonderful Reinsman Products. Thank You Reinsman!!
Nancy Hiatt/Rodan+Fields Dermatologists, Franklin, TN
Mary Kay Cosmetics/Kelly Azevedo, Franklin, TN
Mary Kay Cosmetics is the #1 Best Selling Brand of cosmetics. Mary
Kay Ash founded her Company on the personal values that guided her life
— integrity, honesty and an unwavering belief in the Golden Rule. She
had one goal — to help women live the life of their dreams, and with a
handful of products, she helped those dreams come true.
More
than 40 years later, her principles live on in the more than 1.5
million Independent Beauty Consultants who make up the Mary Kay
“family” worldwide — mothers, daughters, sisters and friends. The
business that Mary Kay started with $5,000 in savings is today a
multi billion-dollar Company that has earned the trust and loyalty
of millions of women.
For more information about Mary Kay Cosmetics, visit
www.marykay.com/kazevedo. Mary Kay is the official cosmetic line for Miss Rodeo Tennessee and Miss Teen Rodeo Tennessee.
Sapphire Sponsors ($750)
Air Specialists of Middle Tennessee, Franklin, TN
For over 25 years, Air Specialists of Middle Tennessee has been providing heating and air installation and service in the Middle Tennessee area. Performing commercial jobs on high profile locations such as Lowe's, H H Greg, Walgreens, SteinMart, Zaxby's, Panera Bread, Genisis Diamonds, Tin Roof, Dan McGuiness, Route 21, and Books-A-Million. Air Specialists of Middle Tennessee is owned by Randy and Mindy Ladd. Please contact them for all of your commercial heating and air needs at
airspecialist@comcast.net.
The Cowboy Store, Franklin, TN
Where The Pavement Ends And The West Begins
Established in 1995,
The Cowboy Store was created to
help local professional and amateur horsemen find the products they
needed for the horse show and rodeo arenas. Over the next 13 years, we
have expanded our product lines to reflect our commitment to stay on
the cutting edge and adapting to the changes in the western
industry. Our philosophy has always been, "If we wouldn't use it
ourselves, we won't carry it." We feature high quality western
apparel. jewelry, boots, straw and felt hats, saddles and tack, roping
supplies, limited edition framed western art, furniture and
collectibles. Custom items from boots and trophy buckles, to chaps and
saddles, allow us to please even the most discriminating buyers. Please visit their web site at
www.thecowboystore.tv or call them at (615) 591-7959.
Gold Sponsors ($500)
Wrangler® is enduring American freedom; it’s in the spirit of people who
work hard, have fun and recognize courageous individuality. As a
company, we believe in solid commitments and perseverance in the face of
obstacles and challenges. Most of all, we respect ourselves, each
other, our western heritage and the environment in which we live.
It’s
the same as ever, even before the first pair of Wrangler® jeans were
made in 1943. Our history runs parallel to the rise of the country, our
jeans worn by the same people who built it.
As part of VF Corporation, Wrangler® believes that integrity never goes
out of style. In fact, we see it as a direct result of the values we
embrace – as a company and as people. Values like honesty, consideration
and respect. For us, these are more than words. They are embedded in
our work and form an integral part of our daily operations.
Wrangler has generously donated their wonderful products to our 2011 Miss Rodeo Tennessee and Miss Teen Rodeo Tennessee Contestants. Thank you Wrangler!
Wrangler can be found at western retailers like Cavender’s, sporting
goods stores like Academy Sports, department stores such as Sears, and various western wear retailers.
To help you find what you’re looking for, you may visit our
Where To Buy page to find a Wrangler retailer near you.
Bronze Sponsors ($250)
Western Reflection Originals by Donna Riva, Paso Robles, CA
Each year Rodeo Queens from all over the United States can be found wearing at least one of Donna Riva's beautiful designs. She has become synonymous with Rodeo Queen Fashion and Style. Her designs can be found every year at the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in every pageant event.
Miss Rodeo Tennessee 2010 will receive an original vest beautifully designed and generously donated by Donna Riva. To contact Donna about your own Unique Western Design, please e-mail her at
donnariva@tcsn.net or call (805) 467-3032.
Kristi Q Designs, Glenwood, UT
Kristi is a die hard Rodeo Queen Lover!!! She has enjoyed a life of living in the
country and having many horses, the youngest of 5,she was the only
daughter and known county wide as being the toughest little girl in
town. Her brothers participated in rodeo and wrestling. I knew every wrestling hold
there was and eventually married a wrestler and good Ole Cowboy who she
loves and adores! She started sewing when her oldest daughter began 4-H.
And then taught herself how to sew leather dresses when she reached High
School. It was the mother of invention, Kristi could not afford to buy her
beautiful designer clothes so jumped in with both feet. Kristi has two daughters Kasey Lee McClellan who is married and Kenzey
Sampson a sophmore in college. They both Rodeo Queened and Kasey competed
at Miss Rodeo USA. Her son Shayne and his sisters are very involved in
the sport of Rodeo where they all excel in Team Roping, Barrel racing,
and Calf Roping. Kristi is very involved with sponsorships at Miss Rodeo
America and Miss Rodeo USA. and enjoy attending as many contests as she
possibly can. Kristi can't
wait to meet the new Miss Rodeo Tennessee! Good Luck Girls and Best Wishes.
Kristi Sampson
Kristi Q Designs
To obtain you own Beautiful Kristi Q Design, contact Kristi at (435) 896-3949 or email her at kristiqdesigns@hotmail.com. Kristi Q Designs can also be found on her FaceBook page.
Silver Sponsors ($100)
Montana Silversmiths
Established
in Columbus, Montana in 1973, Montana Silversmiths® is a pioneer
manufacturer and distributor in the western industry. Our skilled
craftsmen are the finest in the western industry, perfecting a
combination of traditional western designs and crisply executed
engraving styles which include buckles, jewelry, and lifestyle products
for the western enthusiasts. The company has a solid stable of trusted
brands including
Interested in making a Donation?
If you are interested in becoming an Official Sponsor of the Miss Rodeo Tennessee Pageant, please contact the National Director, Kelly Azevedo (pageantdirector@mrtnpageant.com).
