Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development is a government department that focuses on economic development and community support in Tennessee. The department offers resources and information for businesses interested in establishing operations in the state.

Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development

Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development | 21,242 followers on LinkedIn. TNECD attracts corporate investment to TN and works with TN companies to facilitate expansion and economic growth. | The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development’s mission is to develop strategies which help make Tennessee the No. 1 location in the Southeast for high quality jobs. The department seeks to attract new corporate investment in Tennessee and works with Tennessee companies to facilitate expansion and economic growth. Learn more at tnecd.com.

Assistant Commissioner at Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development

Jessica L. Johnson

Hendersonville Alderman Ward 2

Lee Peterson

Wisty Pender

Business Development Specialist | TN ECD | Southern Middle Tennessee Region

Greg Lowe, TCEcD

Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation , along with American Express , announced a new grant program for businesses impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The program will offer $5,000 for 1,000 small businesses impacted by Helene/Milton with 1-25 employees and located in an SBA-declared primary county. The deadline to apply is Dec. 13th.

Today, we celebrate the importance of science, technology, engineering and math in shaping Tennessee’s future. 🧪 🔬 🔭 By fostering innovation and critical thinking, STEM education equips our students with skills for high-demand careers in industries like advanced manufacturing, healthcare, tech and so much more. TNECD is committed to supporting STEM programs across the state, ensuring a strong pipeline of skilled workers ready to drive Tennessee’s economic growth. #STEMDay 📍: University of Tennessee Space Institute , Tullahoma, TN

Our team recently celebrated an expansion at DENSO Athens that includes a $100 million investment and 200 new jobs in McMinn County. As one of the world's largest automotive suppliers, DENSO’s commitment to expanding in Athens highlights Tennessee's strength in the automotive sector and the talented workforce that calls our state home. 👏 🎉 Watch the full recap: https://lnkd.in/ehfrY56J

The latest round of Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) will award nearly $27 million in funding to 40 Tennessee communities. “Having the right infrastructure is essential to the work we do as a department because it can be the deciding factor in a company looking to expand or locate in Tennessee,” said TNECD Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter. See if your community is a grantee here ⬇️

November is #NationalCareerDevelopmentMonth . 🎉 Here in Tennessee, we’re fortunate to have outstanding educational institutions that are committed to equipping our students with the skills they need to thrive in tomorrow’s workforce. From world-class universities to innovative Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCATs), these schools are shaping the future of our state's economy by preparing students for in-demand careers. 🙌 📍: Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Athens

#GovCon24 was truly one for the books. 👏 Catch the highlights in our recap video, and don't forget to mark your calendars for #GovCon25 , which will take place November 4-5 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 🎉

Last week, TNECD visited several 100-year-old companies in our state's Northern Middle region. ⬇️ ✅ Fakes & Hooker, Lebanon, TN ✅ Southwestern Family of Companies , Nashville, TN ✅ American Snuff Co., Clarksville, TN ✅ Clarksville Foundry, Inc. , Clarksville, TN ✅ Byers & Harvey Real Estate and Managment , Clarksville, TN These businesses are true cornerstones of their communities, contributing to our state’s economy through generations of hard work and innovation. 👏

Happy #NationalCandyDay , Tennessee. 🍬🍫 From classics like M&Ms in Cleveland to Goo Goo Clusters in Nashville, Tennessee's candy industry is as sweet as it gets. 😋 Our state is home to a thriving confectionery scene, creating delicious treats and boosting our economy with jobs and local production. Celebrate today by enjoying your favorite Tennessee-made sweets! 📸: Goo Goo Clusters

Together with American Express , we launched a new grant program to support small businesses impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Our President Michael Carney announced this on Fox Business referencing the recovery data, "It is a devastating situation, especially in places that were hit by both storms... in lots of places, revenue and sales are approaching pre-crisis levels, but there are a few places that are really lagging." He was joined by American Express Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Jennifer Skyler who explained, "Supporting businesses in times of need is part of our DNA." Applications are open for $5 million in funding, which includes $5,000 grants for 1,000 small businesses. Plus, on #SmallBizSat , American Express will also donate $1 for each Card Member purchase at participating small businesses to expand its grant commitment. Read our press release here: https://lnkd.in/ewKWNz8E Watch the interview via Fox Business Network here: https://lnkd.in/e-dmVXNf

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Members of Team TNECD recently honored four remarkable 100-year-old businesses that have been pillars in their communities for generations: 📍: S.Y. Wilson and Company, Arlington, TN 📍: Oakes and Nichols, Inc., Columbia, TN 📍: Pafford Funeral Home, Lexington, TN 📍: Lexington Progress, Lexington, TN Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate Tennessee’s centennial businesses through the end of the year. 👏

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