Cumberland Chamber Celebrates 65 Years Of Service
The Crossville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 65th anniversary this week while focusing on future economic growth. President and CEO Ethan Hadley said the organization has spent six and a half decades serving as a growing entity for the community. Hadley said the chamber functions as a unifying voice for local businesses to […]
Chamber’s Stephens Selected For Fellowship Work, Research
Livingston Overton County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Zach Stephens has been selected as a founding fellow for the Porter Development Initiative. Stephens said the program helps economic development professionals and elected leaders understand the drivers of regional prosperity and competitiveness. Stephens said the initiative utilizes case studies to examine effective strategies and development […]
Stalled Livingston Directional Signage Now In Production
Livingston moving forward with a stalled project to install directional signs throughout the downtown area and across the county. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Zach Stephens said the city received grant funding for the project from the Department of Tourist Development a couple of years ago. Stephens said the project had been stalled for some […]
Crossville Social Media Impressions Reach Tens Of Millions
The Crossville-Cumberland Chamber of Commerce is celebrating a significant surge in tourism engagement as social media impressions for the area have reached tens of millions over the past year. Chamber President Ethan Hadley said the city’s digital presence has grown from thousands of followers to tens of thousands across various social media channels. “We have […]
Leadership Putnam Now Accepting 2027 Class Applications
Leadership Putnam accepting applications for its class of 2027 as the community-based program prepares to train a new group of local leaders. Director Angie Wells said the program typically selects some 25 applicants for each cycle. Wells said the program can be eye-opening to Putnam County residents as the chamber and its members shed light […]
TCAT/Roane St Campus Reenergizing That Side Of Jamestown
Construction continues on the new TCAT/Roane State campus in Jamestown, with hopes it can transform the landscape of the city. Fentress Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jacob Rosenbaum said the development of the nearly-finished campus could lead to more changes on that side of town. “This is probably the best thing that has happened for […]
Jackson Memorial Building Improvements Making Progress
Improvements to the Jackson County Memorial Building are finally coming along after experiencing a major setback. Jackson County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Hope Vargas said renovations to the building were temporarily paused after flooding from a rainstorm last July, but have since resumed. Vargas said the building is asbestos-free, mold-free, and has a new […]
Poe Said UC Remains Economically Strong In Presidential Year
Highlands Economic Partnership Vice President Adam Poe said election years like 2024 can cause economic leaders to hold their breath. But Poe said the Upper Cumberland’s economy appears healthy entering the new year. Poe said the unique support of local career exploration efforts, chambers of commerce, and nonprofits can help the Upper Cumberland move forward […]
Leadership Overton Returns In 2024 To Grow Future Leaders
Leadership Overton will return for the first time since 2017, a program designed to identify and cultivate the next generation of leaders. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce President Shannon Cantrell said the program will teach them about the challenges communities face and how leaders help their communities navigate through those issues. “The program was basically […]
Livingston Slated To Get New Co-Work/Entrepreneurship Center Downtown
Livingston set to bring a new co-working and entrepreneurship center to its downtown. Chamber Director Shannon Cantrell told the Board of Aldermen Monday night it had received a $75,000 USDA grant to make this possible. She said they hope to start construction on the space located behind the Steel Coop by this July. “And we’re […]
