Name: Jim Buchanan

Profession: Radio Advertising Sales

Accomplishments: Took first place in the car show at the 2001 Bristol Bash with a 1968 Plymouth GTX • Drag raced in Bristol, Tenn. and North Wilkesboro, N.C. in the 1960s and 1970s. • Has been in the radio business as a top salesman, announcer, and manager since 1958. • Track announcer for Bristol Dragway in 1960s and 1970s • Has chaired several organizations, including the United Way, American Cancer Society, Jaycees, and Unicoi Republican Party.
• Presently teaches Sunday School at Calvary Baptist Church in Erwin, Tenn.

Quote: “It is truly amazing what you can accomplish in life with God’s help. Always do what you say you will do.”

Preferred Supplier: Year One