OUR FLAGSHIP PROGRAM

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Knoxville will be a community that is resilient, inclusive and thriving. It is transformed into a community where all neighborhoods are flourishing. A place where mental and physical health is no longer a crisis, but a priority. Knoxville is the type of community that vibrates with creativity, talent and innovation.

The expansive urban wilderness! A massive stretch of trails, woods and lakes right here in the city. You can hike, bike, paddle or wander without driving hours to get to the mountains. Ijams, Meads Quarry, Forks of the River - so many gems!

Create a resource center to connect all of the amazing nonprofits and community service organizations so residents had one place to go to connect to all of the resources our community has to offer.

Taking a walk downtown on Gay St seeing tourists being dazzled by the sights and sounds of our community.

The 5am Club

A former boss of mine told me to always seek opportunities to grow and learn so I was prepared for the day IF the name on the outside of the building ever changed. It's a reminder that your value isn't defined by the logo you work under, but by the skills, relationships, and impact you carry with you. The fact that the name on the building did change years later makes his advice feel almost prophetic. It's a testament to how unpredictable the professional landscape can be, and how crucial it is to build a career that's resilient, adaptable, and self-directed.

The future is wildly more fantastic than you can imagine so trust that your hard work and perseverance will be worth it. Remain pathologically optimistic especially on the days that it is the hardest to see the silver lining. The world needs someone just like you.