Certifications:

• CEcD: Certified Economic Developer, International Economic Development Council
• IOM: Institute of Organization Management, US Chamber of Commerce
• TNCCE: Tennessee Certified Chamber of Commerce Executive

Education:

• M.S. in Business Administration: University of Tennessee at Martin (Summa Cum Laude)
• B.S. in Business Administration: University of Tennessee at Martin (Summa Cum Laude)

Key Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Advocacy: Represents Obion County to local, state, and federal officials to promote community interests.
• Community Certification: Ensures Obion County maintains its status as a Three-Star community annually, contributing to an enhanced quality of life for residents.
• Industry Engagement: Actively engages with existing industries to support retention and foster growth.
• Tourism Marketing: Develops strategies to attract tourism dollars, promoting Obion County as a desirable destination.
• Property Marketing: Markets Obion County’s commercial properties, including industrial parks and speculative facilities, to prospective businesses.
• Relationship Management: Builds and maintains relationships with site consultants, retailers, developers, planning commissions, county commissions, city councils, and other organizations critical to economic development.

Focus Areas:

• Economic growth and development
• Community enhancement initiatives
• Strategic marketing and outreach for tourism and business attraction

• Develops and maintains meaningful relationships with members, potential members, and the community
• Assists with developing and executing retail recruitment strategy
• Assists with developing and overseeing member benefits, programming, and events
• Assists with developing and executing the organization's marketing and public relations strategy
• Represents the organization in a positive and productive manner within the community