Multiple Suitors Have Visited Perdue Plant, No Deal Yet
Multiple food processing manufacturers have visited Monterey’s former Perdue Plant, interested in purchasing the facility. Highlands Economic Partnership Vice President Adam Poe said of all the visits so far, none of them have converted into a legit opportunity. Poe said the Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce is still unsure why the manufacturers have not further […]
Job Fair Provides New Options For Perdue Workers
Former Perdue plant employees got an opportunity to find new employment as the Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce hosted a job fair Tuesday. The plant officially closed two weeks ago. Highlands Economic Partnership Vice President Adam Poe said the chamber put the job fair together to try to improve options for the workers and their […]
Highlands Leadership Program Getting Strong Participation
This year’s Highlands Economic Partnership Leadership Program is underway, showing strong participation. Highlands Economic Partnership Vice President Adam Poe said the program provides affordable leadership training for leaders or soon-to-be leaders in businesses, industries, and local government. Poe said he credits the strong participation to it being more affordable compared to other leadership development programs. […]
Cookeville Continues To Attract Businesses
Despite an uncertain national economy, business interest in locating in Putnam County has not waned. Local leaders said the calls are constant. Highlands Economic Partnership Vice President Adam Poe said all kinds of businesses are inquiring about Cookeville. Poe said he believes Cookeville is a top location because of increased housing, a broader workforce, and […]
New Coloring Book To Spark Kids’ Career Interest
The Highlands Economic Partnership has developed a coloring book designed to spark career interest in children across the Upper Cumberland. The name of the book is called “Oh, the Places You Could Work!” The coloring book is a color by number and has local business logos. Highlands Economic Partnership Vice President Adam Poe said the […]
Highlands Economic Partnership Celebrating 20 Years
Highlands Economic Partnership celebrates 20 years of serving the Highlands Region this week. Vice President Adam Poe said the partnership is one piece of the puzzle, but 20 years of success is not possible without dedication from all partners and stakeholders. He said one key to two decades of growth has been adaptability while always […]
IDB Approves Cookeville/TTU Sublease For City Parking
The city of Cookeville will sublease property next to Regions Bank from Tennessee Tech to use as paved public parking. The Putnam County Industrial Development Board gave written consent to sublease the property at Friday’s meeting, as consent was required in the sublease agreement. Some of the parking could be used for SAIC expansion. Board […]
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 […]
Three Key Industries In Need Of More Workers Across The UC
As a new year begins, three key industries are leading the demand for motivated and consistent employees throughout the Upper Cumberland. Highlands Economic Partnership Vice President Adam Poe said seven industries make up over seventy five percent of the gross domestic product for Putnam, Jackson, Overton and White Counties. Poe said the number one industry […]
