Become a Tennessean Membership Guide by ExperienceTN

2023 Membership Guide

the South Central Tennessee Tourism Association is a equal opportunity organization

3. Note from SCTTA CEO 4. Welcome Home to Tennessee 6. Membership Benefits 7. Membership Payment

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Before you look over 2023 Become a Tennessee Membership Guide I wanted to thank you for your interest in the program and the impact that you have on our region already. You and I know that Tennessee is an exciting place to be, and I am personally proud to be a Tennessean. The secret is out, Tennessee is an amazing place to raise a family, work in, and retire to. Working in the Tourism Industry I often times find myself working closely with real estate professionals, banks, and other service professionals. We are selling the same thing, me the visit to Tennessee, and you the opportunity to LIVE in Tennessee. Become a Tennessean is a unique partnership between the state's second largest industry, tourism, and the very folks tasked with literally selling our state. It only makes sense for us to partner together by coordinating development and giving you access to content that we are already working hard to provide. Our goal with this program is to deliver intentional marketing to target markets while delivering quality resources to those looking to move to Tennessee. We want to provide them the platform to research, explore, and ultimately work with YOU as they make the transition to our region. With our co-op funding structure for these efforts, we are able to spread our dollars further, and develop stronger, higher-quality results. Thank you again for your interest in being a founding member of Become a Tennessean. I look forward to working with you!

Cheers,

Ryan French SCTTA CEO

Welcome Home The State of Tennessee continues to see record population and economic growth as more and more people find themselves seeking a lower cost of living, slower pace, lower tax burden, and a higher quality of life. Between 2010 and 2020 Tennessee's population increased by nearly 9% and between 2017 and 2020 by 2.6% As we continue to see strong growth patterns, we feel that it is critical to develop a marketing strategy that supports the development of stronger communities, and a flexible workforce, focusing on family development and retirees alike. Become a Tennessean is a livability program focusing on providing information, data, and content to families looking to make the move to Tennessee.

to Tennessee Tennessee collects no state tax on income or other retirement-plan benefits and no sales tax on prescription drugs. Property taxes in Tennessee are very reasonable, with available exemptions for retirees and age 65+ residents, resulting in the second-lowest overall state and local tax burden per capita in the nation. Tennessee also offers the eighthlowest cost of living in the U.S.—more than 10% below the national average. South Central Tennessee has over 15 natural areas, state parks, and national parks with some of America’s finest freshwater fishing lakes and hiking destinations that range from the Mountain Goat Trail that winds through the Sewanee Mountains to miles of river blueways on the Duck, Elk, Buffalo, and Tennessee Rivers. The delightful four-season climate means that you can enjoy a round of golf or a kayak excursion any week of the year. And the world-famous Tennessee music scene includes the Bonnaroo Music Festival, world-famous Puckett's, and just a stone's throw from Memphis Blues, the Shoals, and Music City USA.

Membership Opportunity to serve on and be represented by the local government relations committee that advocates on behalf of the industry. Listing on BecomeATennessean.com website. Invited to all social events with professional membership chambers of commerce, and local economic development leadership. Access to exclusive content created by Experience Tennessee and South Central Tennessee Tourism Association. Including photography, journalism, video, and much more. Invites to participate in "Welcome Center Days" where you can speak directly to folks that are visiting the area. These will be set up quarterly at regional and state Welcome Centers. Additional co-op marketing opportunities with SCTTA, Experience Tennessee, and other partners.

Inclusion in the annual "Become a Tennessean Guide" that will be printed and available by online request, at six State of Tennessee Welcome Centers/rest stops, local ECD offices, and Chamber offices. Become a Tennessee Professionals Lapel Pin. Discounted printed and direct mail materials. Introductory membership rates are locked in.

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