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Brian Arrington

Brian Arrington

UT-Battelle, Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Chief Human Resources Officer

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

What is your vision for Knoxville 10 years from now?

Infrastructure and transportation improvements to meet the increased market demands in housing, childcare and workforce development.

What is Knoxville's Best Kept Secret?

The Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

What would you do to strengthen Knoxville?

Infrastructure and transit projects, affordable housing, neighborhood improvements.

What is your favorite Knoxville memory?

What is your favorite book or what book is currently on your nightstand?

The Bible

What is the best advice you have received from a mentor, and who was that mentor?

Never pass up the opportunity to keep your mouth shut - My father

What advice would you give to your 16 year old self?

Life is the best teacher.

Brian Arrington