Candidates to Speak Directly to Young Professionals...
The Nashville Junior Chamber announced that it will host a forum on May 10, 2010 for the candidates in the upcoming governor’s race. The event, “Focusing on the Future: 2010 Gubernatorial Forum,” will provide young professionals across Middle Tennessee with an opportunity to hear from their next governor and specifically address issues that concern the state’s future leaders. All six candidates for governor have confirmed their participation, including Shelby County District Attorney Bill Gibbons, Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam, former House Majority Leader Kim McMillan, Jackson businessman Mike McWherter, Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey, and Congressman Zach Wamp.
The Junior Chamber has teamed up with nearly a dozen other young professional groups to host the forum, which will take place at Lipscomb University. WSMV-TV, Channel 4 News has also expressed interest in broadcasting the event.
“We are very excited at the prospect of bringing all the candidates together to start a dialogue with young professionals in our community,” said Junior Chamber president Jason Denenberg. “This is a very unique opportunity for current and future leaders to come together and discuss the issues facing Middle Tennessee. We are honored to take the lead in this endeavor.”
Those interested in following the process are encouraged to join the group’s Facebook page, “Focusing on the Future: 2010 Gubernatorial Forum Hosted by Nashville’s Young Leaders.” The page will keep interested young professionals updated and give them an opportunity to submit questions to be asked at the forum.
“Young professionals are the future of our community, and it’s crucial that they express their desire to hear from the candidates and play a role in determining who becomes the next governor of Tennessee,” noted Marshall Farmer, the committee chair charged with organizing the forum.
In addition to Farmer, the following young leaders currently serve on the organizing committee: Zach Barker, Justin Owen, Matt Kroplin, Bridget Brodbeck, Josh Guinn, Tommy Williams, Melissa Smith, Lindsey Meyer, Jackie Crumley and Brandon Gee.
For more information, please contact Marshall Farmer at debate@najcc.org or 615.995.6718
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