Tennessee Chamber Launches Infrastructure Advisory Council to Tackle State’s Growing Infrastructure Needs
As the demand for modernized, resilient infrastructure continues to rise, the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of its Infrastructure Advisory Council, a strategic forum uniting top industry leaders, infrastructure experts, and policymakers to shape the future of Tennessee’s critical systems.
Several leading Tennessee companies have already signed on as founding Council members, demonstrating strong early support for this collaborative initiative:
Council Steering Committee:
- Amazon
- AT&T
- Atmos Energy
- Bridgestone Americas, Inc.
- Charter Communications
- Cintra
- Comcast
- Cornerstone Consulting Source
- EPB Chattanooga
- Ford Motor Company
- Green Wave Solar
- HNTB
- Kairos Power
- LBMC
- McKee Foods
- Meridiam
- Middle Tennessee Electric
- Mortenson
- Piedmont Natural Gas
- Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association
- Tennessee Valley Authority
- The University of Tennessee System
- Vanderbilt University
- WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure Inc.
Council Members:
- Appalachian Power
- American Council of Engineering Companies of Tennessee
- Associated Builders & Contractors Greater Tennessee
- Baker Donelson
- BNSF Railway
- CSX
- Canadian National Railway
- Gresham Smith
- JE Dunn Construction
- LDA Engineering
- Next Era Energy
- Norfolk Southern
- Pape-Dawson
- Tennessee Concrete Association
- Tennessee Infrastructure Alliance
- Tennessee Municipal Electric Power Association
- Tennessee Railroad Association
- Tennessee Road Builders Association
- Tennessee Trucking Association
- UCOR
- UPS
From transportation and energy to digital connectivity and beyond, infrastructure is a cornerstone of Tennessee’s economic success and global competitiveness. The Infrastructure Advisory Council provides a platform for high-level engagement, bringing together a diverse network of stakeholders to address the state’s most pressing infrastructure challenges and opportunities.
“Infrastructure touches every part of Tennessee’s economy,” said Josh Brown, Tennessee Chamber CEO. “This council will provide the leadership, collaboration, and strategic thinking needed to ensure our state is prepared for long-term, sustainable growth.”
The Council offers a unique opportunity for members to:
- Engage in meaningful dialogue with state lawmakers, policymakers, and public sector leaders;
- Influence policy development and advocacy to support innovative, future-ready infrastructure solutions;
- Collaborate with peers to share best practices and unlock new opportunities across sectors.
Council members will participate in a robust calendar of activities, from monthly policy discussions and quarterly roundtables to briefings with federal agencies, state leadership, and Tennessee’s Congressional and Senate delegation. Along the way, members will build powerful relationships through exclusive networking with peers, policymakers, and industry innovators.
Key focus areas include workforce development, funding models, public-private partnerships, and technology innovation, all essential components to building a resilient and efficient infrastructure network.
For more information about the Council, please contact Sarah Burnett at sarah.burnett@tnchamber.org.