Lorianne Crook will receive the 2022 Jeannie Seely Standing Ovation Award from the Donelson Hermitage Chamber of Commerce Women in Business during this year’s Women in Business Influencing Women Awards Gala. The event will be held at the Sonesta Nashville Airport on April 28.

The award was originally named for and presented in 2019 to Grand Ole Opry star Jeannie Seely, who generously shares her time advocating for her community and various organizations.

Each year, the award recognizes a woman who 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. Previous winners include Devon O’Day and Kellie Pickler.

Crook is recognized for being part of the elite list of the nation’s Most Influential Women in Radio. As a creator, producer, writer and host of an array of television and radio productions, she has received numerous career awards from the CMA, SESAC, Gospel Music Association and the New York & Television Festival.

She was inducted into the Country Radio Broadcasters Hall of Fame and received the Living Legend Award at the Grand Ole Opry in 2017, and presently holds the title of Vice President of Jim Owens Entertainment along with serving as the Executive Producer and host of the nationally syndicated Crook & Chase productions distributed in partnership with Premiere/iHeart Media.

PERFORMANCE MUSIC VIDEO AVAILABLE NOW

Nashville, TN – Powerhouse newcomer Joanna Yaeger just released a captivating rendition of the classic Christmas carol “O Holy Night” accompanied by the Donelson Christian Academy high school choir. The song, recorded at Sound Emporium, showcases Yaeger’s vocal prowess in this unique and exquisite arrangement.

The music video, shot at Andrew Price United Methodist Church in Donelson, TN, is available now online and airing on GAC, Heartland and The Country Network. The quaint, turn of the century chapel and beautiful candle lighting sets the mood back to the era of 1847 when the classic carol was written.

“This has always been one of my favorite Christmas songs to sing. To me, this song symbolizes the essence of hope and I believe the world can benefit from that now more than ever,” exclaims Yaegar. “I was a choir student all the way through high school so adding the DCA choir just brought the experience to a whole new level and I couldn’t be more proud of what we’ve accomplished together with our version of “O Holy Night.”

View the video here.

Yaeger’s version of “O Holy Night” is available for purchase on all digital outlets.

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country music royalty, including Lorrie Morgan, Jeannie Seely, Jan Howard, Leona Williams, Riders in the Sky and more will join together to honor Jean Shepard during an all-star performance Nov. 20 at The Nashville Palace from 7:00 – 11:00pm. Tickets to the event, hosted by WSM’s Eddie Stubbs, are on sale now at the low price of $20 ($25 at the door) thanks to support from Springer Mountain Farms. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets.

The artist lineup will pay tribute to Shepard, who passed away on September 23, by showcasing some of her greatest hits.

Jean Shepard made her first appearance in country music in 1953 with the duet “A Dear John Letter.” She followed that success with her hit songs “A Satisfied Mind” and “Take Possession.” In 1956, she was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Sixty years later, she was still touring and gracing the Grand Ole Opry stage to spread the power of country music. In the couple of years before her passing, Jean was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and released her autobiography Down Through the Years.

“She’s one of those people who opened doors,” Opry announcer and WSM DJ Eddie Stubbs said in late 2015. “There were some she had to push open and some others she had to kick her way through.”

Jeannie Seely Embodies the Spirit of the Award,

Which Will Now be Named After Her

NASHVILLE, TN. – Country music royalty and a fifty-two year member of the Grand Ole Opry, Jeannie Seely, will be recognized for her contributions to the entertainment industry by the Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce Women in Business. The Standing Ovation Award will be bestowed to Ms. Seely at it’s inaugural Influencing Women Awards Gala, It’s a Ball Y’all.

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.

“I’m beyond thrilled about this!! Thank you to the Women In Business for this event and for bestowing this honor! And congratulations to all of the deserving ladies who will be honored and celebrated that night,” exclaimed Jeannie Seely. “Let’s have a ball Y’all”

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 County Soul”, Jeannie possesses a beautiful voice and infamous sense of humor.

“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 the generation of females to this industry including myself ,” says Carley Pearce. Her 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’s “Willie’s Roadhouse”.

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.

The Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Committee is thrilled to announce its inaugural Influencing Women Awards gala, It’s a Ball Y’all, presented by Springer Mountain Farms, to be held on June 20th, 2019 from 6:00-9:00pm in Studio A at the Grand Ole Opry. Sponsored by Ryman Hospitalities, Inc. and Pinnacle Financial Partners, the evening will celebrate influential women and businesses in the community. Fifteen women and three businesses were nominated in six award categories.

Tickets to the premiere gala are $100 each and can be purchased online at http://bit.ly/ItsaBallYall- Tickets or by phone at 615-883-7896. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit Girls on the Run, an organization dedicated to inspiring young girls to be joyful, healthy and confident.

Stay in touch with Jeannie Seely on her website and all of her social media platforms Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

NASHVILLE, TN. – Country music royalty and fifty-two year member of the Grand Ole Opry, Jeannie Seely, presented broadcast professional Devon O’Day the Jeannie Seely Standing Ovation Award for her contributions to the entertainment industry by the Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce Women in Business at the second annual Influencing Women Awards Gala, PHANTOM.

The award was named after Jeannie Seely for her influence and significance in the entertainment industry and advocacy of other women in her field by mentoring and supporting them in their professional success. Seely generously shares her time, advocating for her community and various organizations.

“I’m so excited to see Devon receiving this honor. It has been my privilege to work with her, and more importantly, see the work she has done on behalf of others, including four legged friends,” exclaimed Jeannie Seely. “She is everything this award was designed to exemplify and continues to inspire the generation of females to this industry.”

“I’m moved beyond words to be recognized among this group of powerful women and completely blown away to be the second person to receive this award after the one for whom it is named. Jeannie is an icon, someone who has been so encouraging to me and someone who exudes class and integrity,” shares Devon O’Day. “To be honored with an award bearing HER name means more to me than you will ever know! God knew the timing of this award would be such a gift to my heart…and oh! I can tell you it IS!”

Devon O’Day is a career broadcaster with a resume’ that includes her most recent position as radio host on Nashville Today at 650AM WSM and previously The House Foundation with Gerry House, Mix92.9 Nashville, and nationally syndicated shows like Country Hitmakers, The Saturday Night House Party, and America’s #1s. Former Miss Louisiana National Teenager and pioneer of the plus-division of the Ford Modeling Agency in New York City, Devon O’Day is also the author of 4 books for Thomas Nelson/Zondervan and two for Abingdon Press among them My Southern Food and My Angels Wear Fur. She is also a staff writer for Guideposts’ All God’s Creatures Devotion division of books and magazines. Devon is also an accomplished author. O’Day has narrated over 50 audio books for major publishers all over the world, one of which is a NYT bestseller – Serial Killer’s Daughter (Jan 2019).

In addition to her accomplished career achievements, Devon has received or been nominated for many professional awards to include the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) – Radio Producer of the Year; The BMI – Million-Air Award – for a song that has received over 1 million radio spins; Inspirational Country Music Air Personality of the Year; BMI Award for The Big One – George Strait Diamond and Addy Awards for creating winning Ad Campaigns for Clients in both Louisiana and Tennessee. Most of Devon’s awards, however, have been for service or charity work – SAFPAW (The Southern Alliance for People and Animal Welfare); St. Jude – Top Fundraiser Award Nutrisystem – Top Ad Campaign as Endorser in the Country and Kentucky Musicians Hall of Fame – For her support of musicians through the years.

Devon is also mentor to individuals in the entertainment industry and encourages everyone to volunteer and get involved. “One of the most important areas that singers, songwriters, and artists often miss, is the service aspect of what they do,” O’Day said. “There are organizations that meet weekly, that need inspiration, motivation, and your music.” She doesn’t take this lightly. Devon mentors Girls Scouts and Music for Kids, a leader in women’s ministries, and a Sunday School teacher. She travels on mission trips to support orphanages and adoption.

The Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Committee held the second annual Influencing Women Awards Gala, PHANTOM, presented by Springer Mountain Farms on stage 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 Linda Ragsdale – Beyond The Glass Ceiling Award, Kerra Bennett – Woman To Watch Award, L’Evate, A Leadership Community – Champion of Women Award, Mill Creek Mercantile – WOW Award, Nicole Vaughn – Heart of Donelson Award and Lucy Foutch – Lifetime Legacy Award.

Stay in touch with Devon O’Day on her website and all of her social media platforms Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

Stay in touch with Jeannie Seely on her podcast website and all of her social media platforms Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.