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Membership
Roundtable membership is where business leaders come together to move Tennessee forward. It’s more than a seat at the table—it’s a chance to shape smart policy, connect across industries, and drive meaningful impact statewide.
We bring leaders together—not just to talk, but to act.
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​​Interested in applying for Roundtable membership? Take the first step by completing this Interest Form.
What They're Saying: Member Execs
Charli Gorman
President
Ozark Soaps LLC (Brownsville)
"For me, the Tennessee Business Roundtable is defined by the caliber of its people. The relationships I’ve been able to build and keep here are truly invaluable.It is incredibly rewarding to be around fellow executives from diverse industries, backgrounds, and regions of the state who all share the same vision. We are united by a genuine commitment to making Tennessee better, and that shared purpose turns professional networking into meaningful, lasting connection."
Michael Fann
President and Chief Encouragement Officer
Public Entity Partners (Franklin)
“At Public Entity Partners, we provide insurance and risk management products and services to approximately 500 cities, towns and local service agencies. As a public service agency that is ultimately responsible to our public entity participants and their taxpayers, obviously the future of Tennessee and its workforce is an extremely high priority. We have long said that effective local government is the engine that drives Tennessee’s economic future. Participation in the Tennessee Business Roundtable allows us to engage other business leaders in preparing Tennessee for great things to come.”
Dr. Keith Norman
VP and Chief Gov. Relations & Comm. Affairs
Baptist Memorial Health Care (Memphis)
"The Tennessee Business Roundtable is an invaluable resource to all its members and especially those in West Tennessee. Memphis and surrounding area hospitals and healthcare providers benefit from joining forces with our members across the state in areas of workforce development and shaping healthcare policies that provide equitable access and a strong voice by collaborating and having meaningful dialogue that present a unified voice in our state capital for all Tennesseans."
Kristie Puffer
Chief Operating Officer
Manpower of the Midsouth (Jackson)
“The Tennessee Business Roundtable represents the very best of collaboration and forward-thinking leadership in our state. As a business leader, I value the opportunity to sit alongside other executives who are equally committed to strengthening Tennessee’s workforce, economy, and communities. The most compelling aspect of the Roundtable is its ability to bring together diverse industries with a shared focus on practical solutions and long-term impact. For our company, Manpower, the connection, insight, and collective influence of this organization are truly invaluable.”
Ian Villa
Co-Founder, COO, & Chief Product Officer
Whisper Aero (Crossville)
"Whisper Aero is proud to be a member of the Roundtable as it grows its team and presence across the Volunteer State. Together with the Roundtable, Whisper believes that it is possible to elevate Tennessee's businesses, government, and workforce to new heights with greater prosperity, productivity, and well-being."
Missy Acosta
SVP of Brand Experience
Delta Dental of Tennessee (Nashville)
"Being a part of the Tennessee Business Roundtable helps us stay abreast of the economic landscape across Tennessee and on top of key legislation that affects our business community. Tennessee’s business-friendly environment is what makes businesses, large and small, want to come here, and keeping it that way is essential to our continued growth."
Eddie Jett
CEO
MBI Companies (Knoxville)
"I have come to depend on my relationship with the Roundtable
to help navigate our business especially in today’s environment.
Their work is truly to keep a flourishing environment for Tennessee businesses."
