For Immediate Release
Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce Names Nine New Board Members
New members represent a broad spectrum of industries shaping Nashville’s economy
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 30, 2025) Nine business leaders from diverse industry sectors have joined the Board of Directors of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce for Fiscal Year 2025. C. Wright Pinson, MD,President, Vanderbilt Health Affiliated Network, will serve another term as Chairman of the Board of Directors.
New board members are Seth Bernstein, President and CEO of AllianceBernstein, Victor Berrios, President of Jani-King of Nashville & Memphis, Dr. Agenia Clark, President of Fisk University, Max Goldberg, Co-Founder of Strategic Hospitality, Paul Lawson, Vice President and General Manager for Turner Construction Company, Cary Mack, Managing Partner at Southwest Value Partners, Fahad Tahir, President & CEO of Ascension St. Thomas, Bob Valentine, CEO of Concord Music Group, and Carol Yochem, President of First Horizon Bank, Central Region.
“As Chairman, I’m honored to work alongside such a dynamic and forward-thinking group of leaders,” said C. Wright Pinson, MD, President, Vanderbilt Health Affiliated Network, Chairman of the Board of Directors. “This board will help position our region for long-term success by investing in innovation, advancing critical infrastructure, and supporting the kind of smart, sustainable growth that benefits both business and community.”
“This is a pivotal time for our region, and our board is focused on building strong partnerships that lead to real impact,” highlighted Kris Ahrend, CEO, The Mechanical Licensing Collective, Chamber Board Governance Committee Chair. “By working together across industries, we can tackle challenges, invest in solutions, and ensure that the Nashville area continues to thrive as a great place to do business—and an even better place to call home.”
“The future of Nashville’s economic prosperity depends on its ability to expand opportunity, innovate boldly, and lead collaboratively,” said Stephanie Coleman, President and CEO of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. “These leaders bring deep expertise across sectors that are vital to Middle Tennessee’s future. Together, we’re committed to shaping a more prosperous, inclusive, and resilient Nashville region for generations to come.”
The Chamber’s 42-member Board of Directors represents a cross-section of the Nashville region’s business leadership and plays a key role in guiding the Chamber’s strategic initiatives and long-term vision.
The newly elected Board Officers include Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Vanderbilt University,as Vice Chair and Lee Blank, Regions Bank,as Secretary. View the full Nashville Area Chamber Board of Directors here.
The Chamber extends its deepest appreciation to the following retiring members for their dedicated service to our region’s economic prosperity:
- Missy Acosta, Senior Vice President of Brand Experience, Delta Dental
- Tim Adams, Regional Operating Officer and Senior Vice President, Ascension Saint Thomas
- Lucinda “Cindy” Baier, former President and CEO, Brookdale Senior Living
- Jeff Drummonds, CPA, CEO (retired), LBMC, PC
- Terry Hardesty, Managing Partner (retired), Deloitte
- Kolin Holladay, Shareholder, Polsinelli PC
- Ken Levitan, Founder and Co-President, Vector Management
- Barry Vandevier, Chief Operating Officer, Datacor
With strong momentum heading into FY 2026, the Board of Directors will play a vital role in advancing the Chamber’s mission through Partnership 2030—a strategic initiative focused on the interconnected priorities of Community Vitality, Community Mobility, and Community Character. Together, these leaders are shaping a stronger, more connected future for the Nashville region.
Media Contact
Jordan LaBelle
Manager of Communications
Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
Cell: 615-743-3018
jlabelle@nashvillechamber.com
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About the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce:
The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce is Middle Tennessee’s largest business federation, representing over 1,800 member companies. Belong, engage, lead, prosper embodies the Chamber’s focus on creating economic prosperity by facilitating community leadership. Established in 1990 as an economic development and community enhancement initiative of the Chamber, Partnership 2030 is a regional cooperative dedicated to making Middle Tennessee among the nation’s best places to live, work, and do business. Partnership 2030 is supported by a diverse group of public and private companies as well as governmental agencies from the organization’s 10-county service area. The work of the Chamber is supported by its members, Partnership 2030 investors, and sponsors; the Chamber’s Pivotal Partners (a partnership at the highest level for all Chamber programs and events) are Gresham Smith and Regions Bank. For more information, visit www.nashvillechamber.com.
