Tennessee Chamber of Commerce

What Tennessee Chamber of Commerce does

The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry is a private, nonprofit chamber of commerce founded in 1912 and headquartered at 511 Union Street, Suite 1550, Nashville, Tennessee. It serves as the unified advocacy voice for Tennessee businesses and manufacturers, operating as the state affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and the American Chemistry Council. The organization represents 800+ member organizations that collectively employ 550,000+ Tennesseans, and it engages in year-round legislative lobbying at the State Capitol across workforce, tax, legal reform, environment and energy, infrastructure, healthcare, and labor policy. Reported advocacy outcomes include $1.5B in estimated 2026 ROI for Tennessee businesses and $800M+ in annual ROI from pro-business policies.

The Chamber's core "products" are advocacy services, signature events, workforce development programs, and a member-benefit marketplace. Advocacy is delivered through an in-house government affairs team and supported by the TN Chamber PAC. Workforce development is anchored by Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee (a mobile VR/AR initiative launched in 2023 that has reached 30,000+ students) and training partnerships with UTCIS. The Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee contest (since 2024) and the National Civics Bee Tennessee drive public engagement and earned media ($5M+ reported). Two new vertical-specific advisory councils launched in 2025–2026 (Infrastructure in August 2025, Healthcare in April 2026) extend the Chamber's footprint beyond general advocacy.

Revenue is generated through a tiered membership structure (Chairman's Council, Capstone, Keystone, Equity, Foundation levels with annual billing), signature events and conferences (10+ per year including the Legislative Kick-Off Reception, Workforce Development Conference, Annual Meeting, Day on the Hill, Washington DC Fly-In, and Statewide Manufacturing Summit), corporate sponsorships, and voluntary PAC contributions. Member benefits include TN Chambers Health (exclusive Aetna plans for 2–100 employee groups), LBMC Employment Partners PEO services, CONNEX supplier discovery, MyFuture Association PEP 401(k), UTCIS training, and other vendor discounts. Operational subsidiaries include the Tennessee Manufacturers Association (TMA) and the Tennessee Chamber Foundation. The organization is led by President & CEO Josh Brown with an 11-person professional staff.

Name

Tennessee Chamber of Commerce

Legal name

Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Website

https://tnchamber.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1912

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry, founded in 1912 and based in Nashville, is a nonprofit statewide business advocacy organization representing 800+ member companies and 550,000+ Tennessee workers through year-round legislative lobbying, signature events, workforce development programs, and a member-benefit marketplace.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Nashville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from businesses of all sizes, trade associations, and local chambers of commerce across Tennessee. Membership tiers include Chairman's Council, Capstone Members, Keystone Members, Equity Members, and Foundation Members with varying contribution levels.
2. Signature Events and Conferences: Revenue from signature events including Legislative Kick-Off Reception, Workforce Development Conference, Annual Meeting, Environment & Energy Conference, DC Fly-In, Tax Seminar, Golf Tournament, Statewide Manufacturing Summit, and Public Affairs Conference.
3. PAC Contributions: Voluntary member contributions to the Tennessee Chamber PAC, which supports pro-business candidates. The PAC accepts business/corporate dollars, personal/individual donations, and transfers from other PACs.
4. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships for events, initiatives like Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee, National Civics Bee, and various programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry is a private nonprofit chamber of commerce founded in 1912 that provides year-round legislative advocacy and lobbying at the Tennessee State Capitol on behalf of 800+ member businesses and manufacturers. It sells tiered membership (Chairman's Council, Capstone, Keystone, Equity, Foundation), hosts signature events and conferences, operates workforce development initiatives (Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee), and curates a member marketplace with cost-saving programs including TN Chambers Health, training partnerships, and PEO services.

Product overview

The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry operates as a chamber of commerce organization rather than a technology product company. Its offerings consist of advocacy services, workforce development programs, member benefit programs, and signature events. Core divisions include the Tennessee Manufacturers Association (TMA), the Tennessee Chamber Foundation, and the TN Chamber PAC. Key programs include Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee (workforce initiative), Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee (manufacturing competition), and National Civics Bee Tennessee (civic education). Member benefits include TN Chambers Health (Aetna partnership), LBMC Employment Partners (PEO services), Salary.com (compensation data), MyFuture Association PEP (401k plan), CONNEX Marketplace (manufacturing supplier discovery), UTCIS training, Peak Performance training, TOSHA training, and TruGreen facility services. Signature events include the Legislative Kick-Off Reception, Workforce Development Conference, Annual Meeting and Day on the Hill, Women in Business Luncheon, Environment & Energy Conference, Washington DC Fly-In, and Statewide Manufacturing Summit.

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Brands

• Tennessee Manufacturers Association (TMA): The unified voice for manufacturers in Tennessee, advocating for pro-growth policies and a competitive business climate through legislative engagement, industry collaboration, and workforce development initiatives.
• Tennessee Chamber Foundation
• Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee
• Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee
• TN Chamber PAC

Products and services

• Advocacy Services Year-round lobbying and policy advocacy at the Tennessee State Capitol, covering workforce development, tax policy, legal reform, infrastructure, healthcare, environment and energy, and labor laws. Provided to Tennessee businesses and manufacturers through direct membership.
• Chamber Membership Program Tiered annual membership program (Chairman's Council, Capstone, Keystone, Equity, Foundation) providing year-round representation at the Capitol, committee and survey access, statewide event invitations, exclusive savings on services, workforce training, and business resources.
• Tennessee Manufacturers Association (TMA) The unified voice for manufacturers in Tennessee, advocating for pro-growth policies and a competitive business climate through legislative engagement, industry collaboration, and workforce development initiatives. Operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Tennessee Chamber.
• Signature Events Portfolio Annual events including Legislative Kick-Off Reception, Workforce Development Conference, Annual Meeting and Day on the Hill, Women in Business Luncheon, Environment & Energy Conference, Washington DC Fly-In, Southern Automotive Conference, Annual Tax Seminar, Golf Tournament, Statewide Manufacturing Summit, and Public Affairs Conference.
• Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee Workforce development initiative featuring a mobile workshop with VR/AR simulators that introduces students to skilled trades careers. Operated through partnerships with community and educational organizations across Tennessee.
• Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee Annual statewide competition celebrating Tennessee's manufacturing industry and highlighting products made in Tennessee, with career opportunity awareness.
• National Civics Bee Tennessee Annual civics competition for middle school students (6th-8th grade) in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, encouraging civic engagement and offering cash prizes through state finals and a national championship.
• TN Chamber PAC The registered state political action committee of the Tennessee Chamber, funded through voluntary member contributions (business/corporate dollars, personal donations, PAC transfers), supporting pro-business candidates. Members gain invitations to political briefings, candidate forums, and exclusive events.
• TN Chambers Health Health benefit plans offered in partnership with Aetna, providing exclusive discounts for small groups with 2-100 employees through the Aetna Funding Advantage program, with at least $500 savings per enrolled employee.
• UTCIS Training Programs Industry-leading training and consulting for Tennessee manufacturers covering Quality Management Systems, Continuous Improvement, Workforce Development, Manufacturing Technology, and Health/Safety, delivered in partnership with UTCIS as part of the NIST MEP National Network.

Quantifiable outcome

• $1.5 billion in estimated return on investment for Tennessee businesses through 2026 advocacy efforts
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Tennessee Recycling CoalitioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 June 2026Collaboration on the annual Tennessee Sustainability Conference (Aug. 19-21, 2026 at Park Vista Hotel in Gatlinburg), bringing together environmental professionals from across the region with sessions on new technologies, regulations, and environmental safety practices.
• Tennessee Environmental ConferencecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 June 2026Collaboration on the annual Tennessee Sustainability Conference, uniting environmental professionals for sessions, panel discussions, workshops, and training classes covering environmental topics.
• UT Center for Industrial Services (UTCIS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 October 2025Partnership to deliver affordable training programs for Tennessee manufacturers. The Chamber markets courses while UTCIS provides instructors. Training covers AI for Manufacturing, 8D Problem Solving, IATF 16949 Internal Auditor, and ISO 9001 Internal Auditor across multiple Tennessee cities through June 2026.
• National Association of ManufacturerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTennessee affiliate relationship providing national-level advocacy, resources, and policy alignment for manufacturers across the state.
• U.S. Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTennessee affiliate relationship providing access to national policy resources, networking, and federal advocacy support.
• American Chemistry CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTennessee affiliate relationship supporting chemical industry advocacy and policy engagement at state and national levels.
• Tennessee Economic Development Council (TEDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership strengthening the state's economic and business landscape through collaborative initiatives.
• Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with chamber executives across Tennessee for networking, professional development, and regional business advocacy coordination.
• Tennessee Automotive Manufacturers Association (TAMA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting automotive manufacturing industry advocacy and policy engagement in Tennessee.
• Be Pro Be Proud TennesseecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce development initiative launched in 2023 featuring a mobile workshop with VR/AR simulators introducing students to skilled trades careers. Impacted 30,000+ students across Tennessee.
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership hosting National Civics Bee Tennessee, a civics competition for middle school students (6th-8th grade) with state finals and national championship in Washington, D.C.
• CignacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTN Chambers Health partnership providing Aetna health benefit plans exclusively to Chamber members with 2-100 employees, offering at least $500 savings per enrolled employee.
• AetnacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive statewide health insurance provider for TN Chambers Health program, offering significant discounts and broker neutrality built for small groups.
• LBMC Employment PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTennessee-based Certified Professional Employment Organization (CPEO) offering HR solutions with competitive health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Cigna.
• VestisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniform rental service partnership providing Chamber members with lowest uniform rental rates in the industry.
• Constellation EnergyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for competitive natural gas supply helping members manage costs and achieve budget certainty.
• Peak Performance / Smart Factory InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraining and consulting in safety, quality, leadership, and lean six sigma for manufacturers with discounts for Chamber members.
• TruGreenminorStrategic or Co-development Partner15% discount on turf management services for TMA members to enhance outdoor space curb appeal.
• MetacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPresenting sponsor of Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee's inaugural Draft Day event and supporter of workforce development initiatives.
• CVS HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitial member of Healthcare Advisory Council addressing healthcare workforce development, access, affordability, regulatory policy, and innovation.
• HCA HealthcarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitial member of Healthcare Advisory Council with focus on healthcare policy priorities for Tennessee employers.
• Merck & Co.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitial member of Healthcare Advisory Council participating in healthcare policy discussions.
• OraclecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitial member of Healthcare Advisory Council bringing technology perspective to healthcare policy discussions.
• Life Science TennesseecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitial member of Healthcare Advisory Council representing life sciences industry perspective.
• AmazoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of Infrastructure Advisory Council addressing transportation, energy, broadband, water infrastructure, and long-term economic development.
• HNTB CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of Infrastructure Advisory Council providing engineering, planning, and design expertise on transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Ford Motor CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of Infrastructure Advisory Council representing manufacturing sector infrastructure needs.
• Mortenson CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of Infrastructure Advisory Council contributing to infrastructure development discussions.
• WSP USAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of Infrastructure Advisory Council providing environment and infrastructure expertise.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TennesseeChamber
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tennessee-chamber-of-commerce
• Instagraminstagram.com/tnchamber
• Xx.com/TNchamber

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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