Anna-Vija McClain

Anna-Vija McClain

Nashville, Tennessee, United States
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Experience

  • Piccolo Graphic

    Piccolo

    Nashville, TN

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    Nashville, TN

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    201 4th Ave. North, Nashville, TN 37216

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    Old Hickory, TN

Education

  • Leadership Connect (Nashville Chamber of Commerce)

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    The Leadership Connect program is designed for small business professionals to engage the next generation of community and business leaders. During the six-month program, participants will receive access to topic experts and opportunities to dialogue amongst peers and CEOs well-versed in community leadership.

    The cohort consists of business professionals chosen through a competitive application process based on their civic and professional accomplishments and commitment to community…

    The Leadership Connect program is designed for small business professionals to engage the next generation of community and business leaders. During the six-month program, participants will receive access to topic experts and opportunities to dialogue amongst peers and CEOs well-versed in community leadership.

    The cohort consists of business professionals chosen through a competitive application process based on their civic and professional accomplishments and commitment to community engagement.

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    https://www.nashvilleemergingleaders.com/

    For nearly 20 years, Nashville Emerging Leaders has been instrumental in supporting the growth of the next generation of Nashville's leaders. This 11-week leadership training program is designed to support young professionals by connecting them with other leaders in the community, deep self-exploration, and intentional team-building. Each year, approximately 30 individuals are chosen through a rigorous selection process to participate in a series…

    https://www.nashvilleemergingleaders.com/

    For nearly 20 years, Nashville Emerging Leaders has been instrumental in supporting the growth of the next generation of Nashville's leaders. This 11-week leadership training program is designed to support young professionals by connecting them with other leaders in the community, deep self-exploration, and intentional team-building. Each year, approximately 30 individuals are chosen through a rigorous selection process to participate in a series of weekly sessions led and moderated by the team at Strategy and Leadership.

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    Class 8, Bridge Program

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    Activities and Societies: Honors Program Showcase

    3.9 GPA while working a full time job

    Took semester off after being chosen for internship with the Department of Human Services, State of Tennessee

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    Workshop training and extended study:
    - Sales Sucess
    - Creating a Successful Selling Zone
    - Six Secrets to Market Dominance
    - Creating a Productive Selling Zone
    - Using LinkedIn for Business Development
    - Successful Selling through Social Media

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    Completed 8-week continuing education class for management.

Volunteer Experience

  • Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce Graphic

    Small Business Committee

    Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce

    - Present 5 months

    We help strategize programming for the chamber, both for membership, and the community at large.

  • SCORE Mentors Nashville Graphic

    Co-Chair, Mentor, Host of SCORE Connect Podcast and TV Show

    SCORE Mentors Nashville

    - Present 7 years 8 months

    Education

    Co-Chair of the Nashville Chapter of SCORE, helping the organization grow with mentor development, workshops/classes, and community connections.

    Host of the SCORE Connect Podcast and NewsChannel 5+ show.

    https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/score-connect
    https://open.spotify.com/show/3q3SFZyd1chEdtoxYJ62kL?si=6018e2b8a2d04d88

    Provide mentorship to entrepreneurs and small business owners in association with the Small Business Administration. Member of the Workshop…

    Co-Chair of the Nashville Chapter of SCORE, helping the organization grow with mentor development, workshops/classes, and community connections.

    Host of the SCORE Connect Podcast and NewsChannel 5+ show.

    https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/score-connect
    https://open.spotify.com/show/3q3SFZyd1chEdtoxYJ62kL?si=6018e2b8a2d04d88

    Provide mentorship to entrepreneurs and small business owners in association with the Small Business Administration. Member of the Workshop Committee and frequent guest speaker.

  • Nashville Emerging Leaders Graphic

    Chair of the Board of Directors

    Nashville Emerging Leaders

    - Present 3 years 7 months

    Education

    https://www.nashvilleemergingleaders.com/

    For 15 years, Nashville Emerging Leaders has been instrumental in supporting the growth of the next generation of Nashville's leaders. This 11-week leadership training program is designed to support young professionals by connecting them other leaders in the community, deep self-exploration, and intentional team-building. Each year, approximately 30 individuals are chosen through a rigorous selection process to participate in a series of weekly…

    https://www.nashvilleemergingleaders.com/

    For 15 years, Nashville Emerging Leaders has been instrumental in supporting the growth of the next generation of Nashville's leaders. This 11-week leadership training program is designed to support young professionals by connecting them other leaders in the community, deep self-exploration, and intentional team-building. Each year, approximately 30 individuals are chosen through a rigorous selection process to participate in a series of weekly sessions led and moderated by the team at Strategy and Leadership.

  • Nashville Entrepreneur Center Graphic

    Advisor

    Nashville Entrepreneur Center

    - Present 1 year 11 months

    Economic Empowerment

    https://www.ec.co/

    I share experiences, resources, and connections to grow the business community in Nashville leading select workshops and conferences.

  • Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce Graphic

    Workshop / Conference Speaker

    Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce

    - Present 2 years

    Economic Empowerment

    https://www.nashvillechamber.com/

    I share experiences, resources, and connections to grow the business community in Nashville leading workshops and conferences.

  • Vanderbilt Women in Business Graphic

    Executive in Residence / Founding Mentor

    Vanderbilt Women in Business

    - 6 years 4 months

    Education

  • Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence Graphic

    Board Member

    Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

    - 3 years

    Social Services

  • Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee Graphic

    Board Member, Executive Committee Member

    Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee

    - 4 years 10 months

    Health

    Offer marketing and media consultation and content marketing services to increase exposure of the organization (benefit those seeking assistance with mental health).

  • American Cancer Society Graphic

    Sponsor Stewardship Chair - The Discovery Ball, Benefitting the Hope Lodge

    American Cancer Society

    - 1 year 4 months

    Health

Publications

Honors & Awards

  • Most Admired CEO Finalist | Nashville Business Journal

    Nashville Business Journal

    Annually, the Nashville Business Journal recognizes the Most Admired CEOs in the city through independent nomination and peer voting.

  • Best in Business | Nashville Business Journal

    Nashville Business Journal

    Link to Feature - https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/03/29/nbjs-2023-biba-finalists.html

  • Positive Leadership Award

    Positive Leadership Awards

    Link to Feature - https://positiveleadershipawards.com/

  • Most Admired CEO Finalist | Nashville Business Journal

    Nashville Business Journal

    Annually, the Nashville Business Journal recognizes the Most Admired CEOs in the city through independent nomination and peer voting.

  • 40 Under 40 | Nashville Business Journal

    Nashville Business Journal

    Link to Feature - https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/09/16/40-under-40-anna-vija-mcclain-piccolo-solutions.html?ana=lnk

  • Nashville Emerging Leader Award | Nashville Chamber of Commerce

    Nashville Chamber of Commerce

    Link to Feature - https://www.ypnashville.org/nelas2

  • Best in Business | Nashville Business Journal

    Nashville Business Journal

    Link to Feature - https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/05/26/the-winners-of-the-2022-best-in-business-awards.html

  • Next 1000 | Forbes

    Forbes

    Link to Feature - https://www.forbes.com/profile/anna-vija-mcclain/?sh=41e07ab42414

  • True North Award | Piccolo Solutions

    The Piccolo Team :)

    The Piccolo team presented me with the Tue North Award, an honor they established themselves to recognize my impact on the team, specifically around setting clear vision and focusing on Leadership Development. They noted my accomplishment in assembling a group a newer professionals, teaching them to work together in addition to professional marketing skills, and encouraging them to take ownership and responsibility for their growth. Let's be real... I cried a LOT over this one. ;)

  • Most Admired CEO Finalist | Nashville Business Journal

    Nashville Business Journal

    Annually, the Nashville Business Journal recognizes the Most Admired CEOs in the city through independent nomination and peer voting.

  • Nashville Emerging Leader Award Finalist | Nashville Chamber of Commerce

    YP Nashville (Young Professionals, Nashville Chamber of Commerce - PR & Marketing Category

    The Nashville Area Chamber and YP Nashville annually present the Nashville Emerging Leader Awards (NELA). The NELA recognize Nashville's young professionals for significant accomplishments in their chosen career fields, as well as their commitment and contribution to the community.

  • Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards Finalist - Direct Volunteer | Hands on Nashville

    Hands on Nashville

    Nominated for volunteer work with Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee.

    The Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards recognize Middle Tennessee volunteers who give their time and talents to improve the community. Now in its 34th year, the event celebrates nominees at a luncheon attended by 600-plus guests.

    The event is held in partnership with the family of Mary Catherine Strobel, a community volunteer best remembered and honored for her tireless, joyful commitment to those…

    Nominated for volunteer work with Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee.

    The Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards recognize Middle Tennessee volunteers who give their time and talents to improve the community. Now in its 34th year, the event celebrates nominees at a luncheon attended by 600-plus guests.

    The event is held in partnership with the family of Mary Catherine Strobel, a community volunteer best remembered and honored for her tireless, joyful commitment to those in need.

  • Media Partner of the Year | Mental Health America of the Mid South

    Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee

  • Nashville Emerging Leader Award Finalist | Nashville Chamber of Commerce

    YP Nashville (Young Professionals, Nashville Chamber of Commerce - PR & Marketing Category

    The Nashville Area Chamber and YP Nashville annually present the Nashville Emerging Leader Awards (NELA). The NELA recognize Nashville's young professionals for significant accomplishments in their chosen career fields, as well as their commitment and contribution to the community.

Organizations

  • Network in Action - Music City

    Member - Brentwood Group

    - Present

    In NIA Brentwood, we're glad to see the continued growth of our membership and the success of all of our group members. We have established strong friendships, meaningful connections, and business relationships. When you join the Network In Action’s Brentwood group, you are going to meet some of Nashville and Brentwood's finest businesspeople and entrepreneurs. https://www.networkinaction.com/index.php/find-a-group/united-states/tn/nashville/nia-brentwood

  • BrainTrust

    Champion / Insider

    - Present

    BrainTrust is a membership organization for women business owners dedicated to ensuring they have an equal opportunity to build financial independence, wealth, and influence. I serve as a Champion, visiting Vaults to share resources, education, and connections to help their businesses grow!

  • C-Suite (Unstuck Business)

    Member

    - Present

    Unlike your typical pitch-fest, this unique networking event helps you develop relationships with other strong leaders who can help you move your business forward. Each attendee is personally invited to ensure that you are surrounded with like-minded business owners, executives and leaders who are driven to grow their business, share their insights and are open to new ideas

  • Volunteer State Community College

    Teacher/Guest Speaker

    - Present

    Recurring guest speaker for various courses, including Personal Branding, Communications, Economics, and Marketing.

  • American Marketing Association - Nashville Chapter

    Event MC, Sponsor

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  • Nashville Emerging Leader

    Class of 2020

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    For 15 years, Nashville Emerging Leaders has been instrumental in supporting the growth of the next generation of Nashville's leaders. This 11-week leadership training program is designed to support young professionals by connecting them other leaders in the community, deep self-exploration, and intentional team-building. Each year, approximately 30 individuals are chosen through a rigorous selection process to participate in a series of weekly sessions led and moderated by the team at Strategy…

    For 15 years, Nashville Emerging Leaders has been instrumental in supporting the growth of the next generation of Nashville's leaders. This 11-week leadership training program is designed to support young professionals by connecting them other leaders in the community, deep self-exploration, and intentional team-building. Each year, approximately 30 individuals are chosen through a rigorous selection process to participate in a series of weekly sessions led and moderated by the team at Strategy and Leadership.

  • Catalyst, Class 8 (in association with the Entrepreneur Organization)

    Graduate

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  • Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee

    Board of Directors, Marketing Committee Chair

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    Offer marketing and media consultation and content marketing services to increase exposure of the organization (benefit those seeking assistance with mental health).

  • Nashville Locals

    Founder

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    Nashville Locals is a networking organization designed to help you meet people in your neighborhood, not just your industry! Membership offers various style events around Nashville, promoting relationship building and allowing you to make quality connections in social environments.

  • Women in Digital

    City Champion (President)

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    - Women in Digital is a national organization serving women in creative digital advertising, marketing, or communication professions. - We proudly welcome women at all stages of their career, from fresh college grads to mid-level, senior and C-suite executives. We strive to create a community where women can both bring their skills to the table and get advice on issues they may be facing. - In fact, our Nashville chapter is strategically focused on connecting all generations of Women in…

    - Women in Digital is a national organization serving women in creative digital advertising, marketing, or communication professions. - We proudly welcome women at all stages of their career, from fresh college grads to mid-level, senior and C-suite executives. We strive to create a community where women can both bring their skills to the table and get advice on issues they may be facing. - In fact, our Nashville chapter is strategically focused on connecting all generations of Women in Digital to foster mutually beneficial mentor-ships and internships.

  • Nashville Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

    Marketing Committee

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    Work with other committee and Board members to bring valuable, relevant services and information to the Hispanic business community in Nashville, including branding, communications, and events.

  • Women Own Business

    Co-Founder

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    Women Own Business is a Nashville-based group of women entrepreneurs and business owners, co-founded by Chris Robinette and Rene Inman. We gather regularly to build our referral networks, support Nashville small businesses, and celebrate our achievements.

  • Nashville City Club Young Executives

    Assistant Club Manager

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    Helped launch and develop the City Club's Young Executive group. Lead the direction of the group, assisted in transitioning the group to be member-run, and oversaw event logistics. Coordinated with other members to host large fundraising event annually (golf tournaments, fashion show, etc., $10k - $15K)

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