10 Year Vision for Knoxville
"Eliminate homelessness and hunger and provide quality education to all. A thriving economy for all. The opportunities for all walks of life to participate in our community decisions and opportunities. For our parks to be the best in the state. I would like to see a children's museum in Knoxville so our children have creative opportunities to expand their gifts.
To create a city that offers opportunities for all would be one of my visions. That we provide a place for all walks of life to have a voice in the decisions that affect our city. "
What is Knoxville's Best Kept Secret?
The quality of life. Great health care. Proximity to mountains and lakes. Drivability to so many locations in a day. A college town that offers so many activities. Friendliness of our community. The care that our leaders in local business and government provide to our community. Low cost of living.
What would you do to strengthen Knoxville?
Make sure with all the growth we are experiencing that we have infrastructure for roads and schools and affordable housing. To strengthen this community we need to encourage responsible building with affordable housing. Offer competitive teacher salaries so we provide quality education. The quality of education and caring for all children will provide a community that will be safe and provide continued growth in all areas.
What is your favorite Knoxville memory?
Being able to open our Chick-fil-A at Northshore Town center 2019 and my family being able to give back to our community thru this business.
What is your favorite book or what book is currently on your nightstand?
The Midnight Library
What is the best advice you have received from a mentor, and who was that mentor?
Bonnie Woodfin was my mentor years ago in Paris, Texas. She said to me you will be a force when you decide where to focus your time and effort and energy.
What advice would you give to your 16 year old self?
That some people will not like you because of the things that are important to you but don't lose sight of doing the right thing even when no one is looking.
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