Articles from prior issues of The Advocate

July/August, 1996

Tennessee Hosts NADE Officers At Professional Enhancement Event
by Sue Coleman, Tennessee DDS

LARRY DEVANTIER AND KAREN GUNTER IN response to TADE’s invitation visited the Tennessee DDS in Nashville. On April 3, 1996, they contributed to Tennessee’s ongoing professional enhancement effort by making two presentations bookending a reception in their honor. TADE members and potential members with encouragement from Director, Carroll Moore, planned the event. Phillip Hanvy with willing helpers set up the room, while Tony England assisted Catherine Potter and Betty Hafner decorated it. Joy Moody’s flowers added a graceful touch. Programs for the presentation were produced by Brenda Covington, Chris Chambers and others. Refreshments were provided and served by Barry Paget, Elizabeth Pogue, Sharon Summers, Brenda Spinner and Lynn Hayes. Honorarium gift bags containing Tennessee products and literature, including “Miss Daisy’s Bi-Centennial Cookbook,” were assembled and presented by Betty Hood with Phyllis Reneau and Linda Wilson”s help. A dutch treat luncheon at a nearby hotel was organized by Sue Coleman. The NADE officers provided balance to Chuck Jones’ presentation earlier in the year. Easily understood explanations of redesign issues and thoughtful responses to a number of questions served to clarify many points while offering another perspective on other aspects of redesign. TADE enthusiasm is growing and we expect the reemergence of a vita; and involved chapter. The commitment and assistance of NADE officers is a valuable contribution to that effort and is greatly appreciated.