{"id":12233,"date":"2019-06-27T19:28:57","date_gmt":"2019-06-28T00:28:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/garyhayescountry.com\/?p=12233"},"modified":"2023-09-03T20:19:21","modified_gmt":"2023-09-03T20:19:21","slug":"miss-jeannie-seely-awarded-major-accolade-in-nashville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/garyhayescountry.com\/?p=12233","title":{"rendered":"Miss Jeannie Seely Awarded Major Accolade In Nashville."},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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“<\/strong>JEANNIE SEELY, “MISS COUNTRY SOUL,” BESTOWED HONOR OF THE STANDING OVATION AWARD BY THE DONELSON-HERMITAGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WOMEN IN BUSINESS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jeannie Seely Embodies the Spirit of the Award, Now Named After Her For Future Recipients<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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NASHVILLE, TN. – (June 21, 2019) \u2013<\/strong> Country music royalty and soon to be fifty-two year member of the Grand Ole Opry, Jeannie Seely<\/strong>, was honored and recognized for her contributions to the entertainment industry by the Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce Women in Business<\/strong>. Acknowledged and congratulated by Country Music icon and her friend, Willie Nelson<\/strong>, The Standing Ovation Award<\/strong>was presented to Ms. Seely by Gus Arrendale<\/strong> at the inaugural Influencing Women Awards Gala, It\u2019s a Ball Y\u2019all<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Jeannie Seely has created influence and significance in the entertainment industry and has shown the advocacy of other women in her field by mentoring and supporting them in their professional success. She generously shares her time, advocating for her community and various organizations. This year’s recipient embodies the spirit of the award, which will now be named after her.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am blessed to live, work and play in the community I love, and to be recognized for your efforts is humbling and such an honor,\u201d said Jeannie Seely. “Thank you to my wonderful friends, neighbors and peers.”<\/p>\n

\u201cAs the committee was determining the categories for our awards, it was unanimously agreed that this particular award should only be presented to one person, Jeannie Seely,\u201d stated Executive Director – Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce; Terri Williams Nutter. \u201cShe exemplifies all the traits, and embodies the spirit of the award, which will now be named after her.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jeannie Seely has blazed a trail for others to follow throughout her musical career. From her first singing appearances on a local Pennsylvania radio station at the young age of eleven to her over fifty years as a member of the Grand Ole Opry, Jeannie has consistently paved the way for female artists. She was the first female to host a Grand Ole Opry half-hour segment, as well as the first to wear a mini-skirt on the Opry stage. Nicknamed “Miss Country Soul”, Jeannie possesses a beautiful voice and infamous sense of humor.<\/p>\n

“Jeannie embodies everything it means to be a powerful woman in the music industry. She has remained classy -poised-and relevant to decades and continues to inspire generations of females to this industry including myself,” said Carly Pearce. \u201cHer talent and class have allowed Jeannie to sustain her career over six decades. A Grammy award winning artist, Jeannie continues to write and record. Her latest album, which includes collaborations with Bill Anderson, Vince Gill, Lorrie Morgan, Willie Nelson and more, is tentatively set to release this fall. She regularly hosts and performs on the Grand Ole Opry and is an on air personality and host on Sirius XM\u2019s \u201cWillie\u2019s Roadhouse.\u201d<\/p>\n

Not only is Jeannie an admired artist, she is also a community advocate. She has served on the Board of Directors for both the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists and the Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce and as a longtime spokesperson for the Humane Society.  She is also actively involved in the Opry Trust Fund which provides financial assistance to those in need in the country music industry. She is a resident of Donelson and active community member.<\/p>\n

The Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Committee held the  inaugural Influencing Women Awards Gala, It\u2019s a Ball Y\u2019all, presented by Springer Mountain Farms in Studio A at the Grand Ole Opry. Sponsored by Ryman Hospitalities, Inc. and Pinnacle Financial Partners, the evening celebrated influential women and businesses in the community. Fifteen women and three businesses were nominated in six award categories. Additional honors went to Gina Keltner \u2013 Beyond The Glass Ceiling Award, Megan Sticker – Woman To Watch Award, Pinnacle Financial Partners – Champion of Women Award, Lisa Eastland – WOW Award, Michele Mazzu \u2013 Heart of Donelson Award and Betty Cannon \u2013 Lifetime Legacy Award.<\/p>\n

Stay in touch with Jeannie Seely on her website and all of her social media platformsFacebook<\/a>, Twitter<\/a>, Instagram<\/a> and YouTube<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About Jeannie Seely:<\/strong><\/u>
\nCountry music legend Jeannie Seely<\/strong> has achieved chart topping songs as a solo artist, as a duet partner, and as a songwriter. Early in her career, Jeannie\u2019s deeply moving vocals earned her the nickname of \u201cMiss Country Soul\u201d\u2013 a title that\u2019s still used today. Jeannie\u2019s biggest dream came true when she was inducted as a member of the world-famous Grand Ole Opry, becoming the first Pennsylvania native to do so. Jeannie takes much pride in her involvement and support of musicians\u2019 rights. In 2017, Jeannie celebrated her 50th anniversary as a member of the Grand Ole Opry.  From her 1966 Top 10 Billboard album The Seely Style to her recent self\u2013produced album Written In Song, consisting entirely of songs she\u2019s written, Jeannie\u2019s recordings have spanned six decades and provided enjoyment to country music fans all around the world. In his 2003 book \u201cFinding Her Voice: Women In Country Music,\u201d music critic Robert K. Oermann wrote, \u201cWith her chin-out, tough\/tender, heart-of-gold manner, Jeannie Seely remains one of country\u2019s most completely modern female personalities,\u201d and that statement still holds true. Keep up with all things Jeannie Seely at www.jeannieseely.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About The Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce Women In Business:<\/strong><\/u>
\nRecognizing that women command a dynamic place in today’s workplace and community, the Donelson Hermitage Chamber of Commerce formed Women in Business <\/strong>(WIB) in 2007 with a  Mission Statement declaring: “Women in Business coming together in friendship to celebrate, connect, mentor and support each other.” The Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce is the community resource connecting diverse people and businesses for the continued economic development and overall enhancement of the Donelson-Hermitage communities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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