House Joint Resolution 694, sponsored by Representative Doggett, honors Benjamin and Lauren Neale for receiving the Rural Small Business of the Year award from the U.S. Small Business Administration's Tennessee District Office. The resolution highlights the significance of small businesses in Tennessee's economy and recognizes the Neales' contributions through their business, Light Hill Meats, which they established in 2017. The Neales have developed a successful farm-to-table beef operation that includes a cow-calf herd, a USDA-inspected processing facility, and a retail butcher shop serving families in Middle Tennessee.

The resolution also emphasizes the Neales' commitment to their community, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic when they adapted their business to meet local needs. They are noted for their involvement in supporting special needs children and organizations related to autism and sober living. In addition to their professional achievements, Benjamin and Lauren Neale are proud parents of four children. The resolution concludes by extending best wishes for their continued success and acknowledges their exceptional contributions as entrepreneurs in Tennessee.