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Our Team
Tom Orr- Director
April Cooper - President
Chris Morey - Vice President
Tina Crabb- Secretary
Anica Alderson- Treasurer
Donna Lyon
Cordie House
Emily O’Quin
Lisa Hopson
Pollyanna Hintz
Lexie Voss
Tommie Rowell
Main Street Introduces Director
BROWNSVILLE, TN / MARCH 1, 2023 - The Main Street Brownsville-Haywood County is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Orr as its new Main Street Director. In this role, Orr will be responsible for leading the revitalization and growth of Brownsville's downtown area.
Orr brings years of experience in community development and event planning to Main Street. Orr will finish his final year teaching for Haywood County School System and retire. In his years at HCSS, he has been instrumental in developing the Hatchie Half / 5K and the Tomcat Challenge. With a prior background in the non-profit sector, Orr's expertise in community engagement and partnerships will be a wonderful addition as Main Street works to strengthen relationships with local businesses, residents, and community partners.
"We are excited to have Tom join our team as the new Main Street Director," said Melinda Posey, board president. "We are at the edge of new growth in Brownsville as we expand and open our doors to Blue Oval. Main Street is there to develop our community’s potential alongside our city and county governments. More hands make the work light and we are grateful for Tom coming alongside us to help make our community grow."
As Main Street Director, Orr will oversee a variety of initiatives aimed at enhancing Brownsville's Main Street District and County area, including promoting local businesses, organizing community events, grant applications, and implementing streetscape improvements. Additionally, Orr will work closely with officials, business owners, and other partners to identify opportunities for growth and development.
"I look forward to the opportunity to work with Main Street to continue the work focused on supporting our growing community," said Orr. "We are uniquely positioned with the expansion of business and industry moving into our city and county. We must work together to build a welcoming and thriving community. It is an exciting time to live and work in Brownsville / Haywood County. I am proud to be part of Main Street organization and to serve my community."
The Main Street Brownsville-Haywood County is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the quality of life for citizens of Haywood County by revitalizing the economy, enhancing the historical charm, and preserving the architectural and cultural heritage of Brownsville’s Main Street District. Through its programs and initiatives, the Main Street Association works to foster a thriving and vibrant downtown area that is
accessible to all.
TOM ORR, DIRECTOR OF MAIN STREET BROWNSVILLE-HAYWOOD COUNTY
“We are uniquely positioned with the expansion of business and industry moving into our city and county. We must work together to build a welcoming and thriving community. It is an exciting time to live and work in Brownsville / Haywood County”
