February 2022 Session: Featured Storytellers
The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to host the next Intro Nashville session in February featuring a variety of topics, community leaders and unique venues.
In this multi-day, immersive program, Intro Nashville participants establish new friendships, new ideas, new networks and new perspectives from a diverse group of people within our growing community. Intro Nashville was born to help individuals and teams make their dreams a reality.
Check out the amazing lineup of storytellers and topic experts we have planned for this session below:
Opening Reception: Featuring former Nashville Mayor Karl Dean as the keynote speaker. Mayor Dean will be discussing pivotal moments in Nashville history and the unique characteristics of the region.
Day 2: “It” City?: This day will focus on illustrating how Nashville was built on innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship by highlighting our region’s key industries. Featured storytellers include:
Moderator #1: Jim Schmitz, Elliott Davis
Moderator #2: Scott Carey, Baker Donelson
Hospitality & Tourism Industry: Sherry Franklin, Renaissance Nashville Hotel
Music & Entertainment Industry: Shannon Sanders, BMI
Healthcare Industry: Dee Anna Smith, Sarah Cannon Research Institute
Manufacturing Industry: John Aron, The Pasta Shoppe
Financial Industry: Rob McCabe, Pinnacle Financial Partners
Day 3: Athens of the South This day will explore the role of consolidated government and discuss big policy decisions that shaped our region. It will also highlight the breadth of educational options in the region, illustrate the importance of deep prosperity and explain the talent pipeline in Middle Tennessee. Featured storytellers include:
PreK-12th Grade & Higher Edu Moderator: Katie Cour, Nashville Public Education Foundation
PreK - 12 Education: Dr. Ricki Gibbs, Warner Arts Magnet Elementary
Higher Education: President Shanna L. Jackson, Nashville State Community College
Workforce Development & Finding Talent Moderator: Nancy Eisenbrandt, Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
Finding Talent: Brittany Sever, Asurion
Public Service & Safety Moderator: Rep. Harold Love, Jr., Tennessee General Assembly
Public Service & Safety, Chief John Drake, Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
State, Regional & Metro Government Moderator: Nathan Green, Vanderbilt University
State Government: Secretary of State Tre Hargett, State of Tennessee
Regional Government: Mayor Randall Hutto, Wilson County
Metro Government: Councilmember Burkley Allen, Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
Day 4: Find Your Rhythm in Music City: This day will highlight Nashville’s creative spirit, cultural assets, and instill a commitment to community engagement. Featured storytellers include:
Moderator: Tim Ozgener, OZ Arts Nashville
Culinary & Arts: Tom Morales, TomKats Hospitality
Cultural Diversity: David Ewing, Nashville History On Tour
Volunteering & Community Involvement: Buddy Teaster, Soles4Souls
Sports: Tina Tuggle, Tennessee Titans
Registration is still open for the February program session. Register now by visiting IntroNash.com or learn more by attending a virtual info session included on the Chamber’s online Event Calendar.
Please contact Caitlin Okrzesik at cokrzesik@nashvillechamber.com to learn more about upcoming sessions or sponsorship opportunities.