Cocke County Partnership facilitates business, economic and tourism development

The Cocke County Partnership was formed in 2005 to help create synergy for area growth and development. The Partnership is comprised of the Office of Tourist Development, the Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce, the Newport/Cocke County Economic Development Commission and the Cocke County Cradle to Career Coalition (C-5).

Seeking to represent the broad and diverse perspectives of the community, through its board of directors and partnership organizations, the CCP focuses on the improvement of economic conditions and quality of life issues facing our community. The goals are to create and market a positive image for the county and balance growth and quality of life.

“It is important for communities to have a plan for the future,” said Graham.

“For a community to be successful the citizens must have a shared vision. This vision should address the full range of local concerns: schools, jobs, industries, and small businesses, neighborhoods, and natural resources.

“Folks may differ on how to achieve the vision, but it is important to have that vision and to work toward a consensus.”

The Partnership’s board of directors are Jason Oury/ Chairman, Zac Valentine/ Vice-Chairman, George Barton/Secretary/Treasurer, Mayor Crystal Ottinger, Mayor Roland Dykes, III, Mayor Dewayne Daniel, Thad Balch, Dolly Blazer, Michael Williford, Clint Hammonds and Dennis Gregg.