Area Development, a leading magazine covering corporate site selection and relocation, has honored the state of Tennessee with is prestigious Gold Shovel Award. The honor is presented annually to the state achieving the most success in terms of job creation and economic impact.

“I’m delighted that Tennessee has been recognized by Area Development for our efforts to create higher skilled, better paying jobs for our citizens. The investments Tennessee has attracted in the past year have positioned our state for the next generation of new jobs and increased growth,” said Governor Phil Bredesen.

Economic development projects announced in 2008 were considered for the award. Based on the number of high-value added jobs per capita, amount of investment, number of new facilities and industry diversity, Tennessee achieved the highest weighted overall score.

Bob Parks Realty Corporate Real Estate Services Department is active in the economic development with the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and is a lead investor in the 2010 Partnership. For more information, click here, or contact: relocation@bobparks.com.

Complete details on the Gold and Silver Shovel Award winners ~ they are posted online at: www.areadevelopment.com.

Posted By: Tammy Carroll

The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce has been selected for the most prestigious national award presented to chambers of commerce – the American Chamber of Commerce Executives’ (ACCE) Chamber of the Year award. The award recognizes the top chambers in the nation for organizational excellence including financial, member services and connections, engagement of volunteers and leading communities by making an impact on key community priorities. Click here for details.

Everyone in Nashville is very proud of the dedication and hard work on behalf of every staff member who serves our Chamber of Commerce. A lot of daily focus and “pressing toward the goal” has been achieved.

Bob Parks Realty is a lead investor in the Partnership 2010 program with the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and serves the Nashville, Franklin Murfreesboro MSA. BPR has ten offices and 450+ agents who work with buyers and sellers in both residential and commercial properties. Bob Parks Auction and Land Division also provide auction services throughout the Middle Tennessee area. Anyone looking for single family homes, townhomes, condos, multifamily homes, land or commercial property should contact the Corporate Real Estate Services Department at 800-365-7356.

The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce is used as a hub when working with corporate clients who may be interested in moving to Nashville. Employees are looking to get connected to a lifestyle they feel comfortable with when visiting this area impending an upcoming move. Relocating can be very stressful and Bob Parks Realty agents are there to help with every detail of their move. A welcome relocation package is available along with a CD that can help get connected to everything from housing, hospitals, schools, shopping and more. The Relocation Department can be reached at relocation@bobparks.com if anyone is interested in receiving a free welcome package.

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Posted By: Tammy Carroll