Chamber of Commerce/Joint Economic Development Corporation staff work together to ensure that Obion County is well represented as a desirable place to work, live, and play.
Lindsay Theobald, CEcD, IOM
Chief Executive Officer
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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
Rachael McKinney
Community Relations Director
- 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
Sarah Jane Moran
Administrative Assistant