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With its vibrant music scene, talented workforce, and business-friendly policies, Nashville has established itself as a leading hub for companies across sectors like healthcare, music and entertainment, and technology. Major corporations choose Nashville for its geographic advantage of being within a day's drive of over half the US population. Companies also capitalize on Nashville's professional labor pool, courtesy of over 20 local colleges feeding talent to the region. Executives are attracted to Tennessee's lack of state income tax and Nashville's high quality of life, earning it the nickname "The City of Second Chances." From historic country music venues on Broadway to new multi-use real estate developments, transplants can appreciate Nashville's mix of Southern comfort and cosmopolitan amenities. Forward-thinking city leadership continues to invest in transit, education, and innovation to sustain Nashville's economic momentum. With competitive operating costs and access to customers across the Southeast, companies find Music City hits all the right notes.
Testimonials
"I found the insights shared from the CIO perspective on AI implementation truly enlightening. As a vCISO, I'm acutely aware of the risks AI can pose to organizations, which made me particularly interested in understanding the advantages and challenges faced by CIOs in integrating AI into the workplace. The event provided a fantastic platform for networking, both before and after the formal session. It was a pleasure to make new connections and reconnect with familiar faces, striking a perfect balance between fostering new relationships and nurturing existing ones."
Susan Richards
“The executive roundtable offers a fantastic opportunity to network with peers and learn from industry leaders on both strategic and tactical topics. I've personally gained a lot from these events and eagerly anticipate attending future sessions. Many thanks to Carlos and Jeff for organizing such a valuable in-person event!”
Kevin Stinson
“The June Nashville Executive Round Table was an exceptional opportunity to network with regional business leaders. I enjoyed the expert panel’s discussion of Gen AI, Data, and Innovation, and especially their perspectives on leadership challenges, from problem-solving to team building. It definitely was time well spent.”
William B. Hickman
“The executive roundtable panel on technology, risk, and cybersecurity was an outstanding event that provided invaluable insights and strategies for navigating the complex digital landscape. The panelists, comprising top industry leaders and experts, delivered engaging discussions that were both thought-provoking and highly informative. Their diverse perspectives on emerging cybersecurity threats and innovative solutions were particularly enlightening, offering attendees practical takeaways to implement in their organizations. Truly enjoy networking and learning from my peers. “
Stacy Hill
“I recently attended the Nashville Executive Roundtable breakfast and found it to be an exceptional experience. The event brought together a panel of prominent corporate leaders from the region, offering a fantastic opportunity to expand my network and gain valuable insights. It was well-organized, with engaging topics and panelists. I left with numerous valuable insights, new knowledge, and meaningful connections. I highly recommend the Nashville Executive Roundtable to anyone looking to enhance their professional network and gain fresh perspectives.”
Russ Haskett
Carmen Lux
"I recently attended the Nashville Executive Roundtable as a panelist, speaking on a number topics from AI to post-Covid work habits. Aside from gaining interesting perspectives from the other panelists, I greatly enjoyed the opportunity to network with local leaders and friends, some who I hadn’t seen in a few years. The event was solely focused on adding value to the attendees, without any sales pressure or fluff. I highly recommend this event for others looking to gain insights or connections with other like-minded leaders."
Barry Vandevier
"The Nashville Executive Roundtable is a great opportunity to network with a myriad of exceptional IT leaders across the growing landscape of our technology community. Hearing from peers who are building upon successes or in some cases from lessons learned from the unexpected, is a testament to our challenges aren’t as unique as we sometimes believe they are, that we aren’t in this alone! The experience within this group is invaluable as each one has such insight to share from their journey."
Gay Roberts
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