Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee, a workforce development initiative of the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce, is calling on employers to take part in its upcoming Draft Day on May 8, 2026, at the Carolyn Smith Innovation Center in Sumner County. Presented by Meta and held in partnership with Sumner County Schools, this one-of-a-kind event connects employers directly…
Public nuisance law has historically been a narrowly tailored legal tool used to address legitimate threats to public health, safety, and welfare. However, in recent years, its use has expanded well beyond that original purpose—creating uncertainty for businesses and opening the door to lawsuits based on broad or untested legal theories. Legislation moving through the…
The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry today announced that Edward Burch has joined the organization as Executive Director of the Tennessee Manufacturers Association (TMA), where he will lead statewide initiatives supporting Tennessee’s manufacturing sector. In this role, Burch will oversee the Chamber’s manufacturing strategy, working closely with manufacturers, policymakers, and economic development partners to…
As the Nashville Metro Council considers a resolution opposing the Music City Loop and effectively condemning The Boring Company and its leadership, the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry encourages council members to vote against the resolution, or at a minimum, defer this vote so that the relevant departments of the Metropolitan Government, the O’Connell…
Written by Josh Brown President and CEO of the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry A fair and predictable legal system is foundational to a strong economy. Businesses of every size, from family farms to manufacturers and suppliers, depend on clear rules and consistent standards to operate responsibly and invest with confidence. When companies comply…
As litigation financing continues to grow nationwide, states are increasingly examining how to ensure their legal systems remain fair and transparent. In Tennessee, the Chamber has worked with lawmakers to introduce legislation this session that would take an important step toward modernizing our laws to address this evolving practice. Understanding Litigation Financing Litigation financing, sometimes referred to as third-party litigation financing, occurs when outside investors provide…
Nashville, Tenn. — The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry today announced the launch of its inaugural 2026 Tennessee Business Redbook, a comprehensive new resource designed to keep stakeholders informed and ahead of the curve on Tennessee’s business climate. The Redbook serves as an essential resource for policymakers and business leaders, offering data-driven insights into Tennessee’s economic landscape and…
A coalition of Tennessee business organizations today released a new report outlining the policy decisions that have helped make Tennessee one of the top states in the nation for business. The Tennessee Business-Policy Alliance is led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the National Federation of Independent Business. The report, Tennessee’s Business-Focused Policy Record – A…