Why CONNECT?

October 21, 2014

Too many “Not Served” counties

West Tennessee

Aubrie Kobernus

Middle Tennessee

Denise McBride

East Tennessee

Katie Moore

CONNECT team visit with Iberia Bank

Citizens Bank becomes THDA lender

1) Business Development

2) Engaging PartnersThose who drive business to usThose who administer programs

3) Telling our story

Great Choice newspaper ads in targeted counties

THDA staff tour storm damage across the state for Rebuild & Recover grant

Aubrie with State Rep. Johnny Shaw

Ralph M. Perrey with State Sen. Dolores Gresham and Hardin County Mayor Davis

Grant Announcement Events

1) Business Development

2) CONNECT with Partners

3) Earn Media