Nashville, Tenn.–Representatives from Obion County recently attended the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development’s 2022 Governor’s Conference in Nashville.
During the event, attendees heard from Governor Bill Lee and TNECD Commissioner Stuart McWhorter, as well as CBS Sports Lead Play-by-Play Announcer Jim Nantz and a host of other speakers who discussed topics ranging from entrepreneurship to workforce to foreign direct investment and the programs that help build strong communities throughout the state.
ThreeStar Community Development Certification efforts were recognized with county representatives, along with Commissioner McWhorter and TNECD Community Development Director Jody Sliger. ThreeStar serves to promote economic and community prosperity through collaboration to positively impact every Tennessean.
Quotes:
“Being a panelist during the “Rural Tennessee is on the Rise” session allowed me to share Obion County’s experience with the various grants and opportunities offered by TN ECD, which has translated into 62 grants valued at over $17 Million dollar over the last 10 years! Without being a ThreeStar certified community, Obion County would not have been eligible for the grant money, which is why we work diligently each year to make sure Obion County gets certified.” ~ Lindsay Frilling, CEO Obion County Joint Economic Development Corporation
“As Mayor of Obion County, one of my top priorities is economic growth and development. Attending the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development 2022 Governor’s Conference was very beneficial as I had the opportunity to network with other county mayors, and economic development professionals to discuss ways to boost growth in our local economies. It was very gratifying to witness firsthand Obion County once again being recognized as a ThreeStar certified community. I am grateful for all of those who work so diligently to maintain this important certification for our county. “
~ Steve Carr, Obion County Mayor
Photo: From left, Blake Swaggart, TN ECD; Jody Sliger, TN ECD; Steve Carr, Obion County Mayor; Commission Stuart McWhorter, TN ECD; Lindsay Frilling, CEO, Obion County Joint Economic Development Corporation; Kristi Bennett, TN Dept. of Labor & Workforce Development; Janna Hellums, TN ECD