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![]() February Monthly Spotlight Member Dawn Selin Nasoori Rutherford County Convention & Visitors Bureau Dawn Selin Nasoori joined the Rutherford County Convention and Visitors Bureau in May 2017. A graduate of Middle Tennessee State University with a degree in Management, Dawn brings a wide range of experience to the team — from managing a financial planning office and helping open a medical facility to working with the Military Department of Tennessee and serving as a technical writer. Active in the community, Dawn has been involved with Rutherford Cable since 2009, serving on the Board of Directors as both Programs Chair and Special Events Chair. She was nominated for the ATHENA Young Professional Award in 2012 and is a recipient of the Rutherford Cable Spirit of Leadership Award. Dawn is also a proud graduate of the Southeast Tourism Society’s Marketing College, where she earned her Travel Marketing Professional (TMP) designation. In 2024, she was honored as the DMO Employee of the Year at the Tennessee Governor’s Conference on Hospitality and Tourism. She has been married to her husband, Mashallah, for 31 years, and they are the proud parents of Marriam, Jahon, and Lahlai Nasoori.
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February Monthly Non Profit Spotlight Robin Housch The Sweet Addiction, Founder - Executive Director The Sweet Addiction is a purpose-driven bakery and catering service that supports women in recovery through culinary excellence and meaningful social impact. By offering flexible employment that accommodates the realities of recovery, the organization creates opportunities for women to rebuild their lives while producing delicious baked goods available through catering, a food truck, and seasonal Take & Bake packages. Every treat represents resilience, hope, and a fresh start. The mission goes far beyond baking. The Sweet Addiction provides mentorship, job-readiness training, and educational programs designed to equip women with the skills and confidence needed to move forward. Through these programs, participants gain real-world experience and the tools required to achieve long-term independence. A cornerstone of the organization’s work is the STEP Housing Program, which offers safe and supportive housing for women in recovery. This program uniquely allows overnight visits with their children, helping restore family connections and encourage reunification. By integrating parenting support with professional development, The Sweet Addiction creates a pathway for women to heal, grow, and successfully reenter their communities. The Sweet Addiction proves that opportunity, support, and a second chance can transform lives—one sweet success story at a time.
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