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Letter from Chair Shan Foster

August 31, 2023

Dear Nashville Sports Council Members,

As chair of the Nashville Sports Council’s board of directors, I am thrilled to introduce to you the new Board of Directors for the fiscal year 2023-24. This exceptional group of individuals brings a diverse range of experiences, talents and perspectives to our organization, and I have no doubt that they will contribute greatly to the continued success of the Nashville Sports Council.

Allow me to present the esteemed members of our board:

  • Shan Foster, Fostering Healthy Solutions (Chair)
  • Tim Schools, Capstar Bank (Chair-Elect)

 

  • Kim Adkins, The Capitol Strategy Group LLC
  • Cecil Allred, Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLC
  • Margaret Behm, Dodson, Parker, Behm and Caparella, PC
  • Adolpho Birch, Tennessee Titans
  • Keith Cawley, Bridgestone Americas
  • Toby Compton, State of Tennessee
  • Dave Cooley, Cooley Public Strategies
  • Dan Curran, Ingram Industries
  • Ben Eagles, Office of Mayor John Cooper
  • Monica Fawknotson, Metro Sports Authority
  • Sheila Gibson, HCA Healthcare
  • Caroline Hipps, Claritas Capital
  • Doug Hogrefe, 4Top Hospitality
  • Deana Ivey, Nashville CVC
  • Candice Story Lee, Vanderbilt University
  • Michael Malesick, PNC Bank
  • Jim Murphy, Bradley
  • Brian Reeves, Bank of America
  • Bo Roberts, Roberts Strategies
  • Ronald Roberts, Finn Partners
  • Walter Schultz, Ensworth High School
  • Mary Beth Thomas, Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council
  • Bill Wickett, Nashville Predators

Each of these accomplished individuals brings their own unique expertise and passion for sports and community development to our board. Their combined dedication and commitment to furthering our mission will undoubtedly guide us toward even greater achievements in the coming year.

As we look ahead to the upcoming fiscal year, I look forward to what we can achieve together. With the collective talent and vision of our board and dedicated staff, we are well-equipped to continue advancing sports in Nashville and promoting our city as a premier sports destination for years to come.

Thank you for your ongoing support as members of the Nashville Sports Council. You are invited to our success as an organization.

Sincerely,

Shan Foster

Board Chair

Nashville Sports Council