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Ethan Hadley Joins Ben Rodgers To Discuss The Crossville Chamber Of Commerce

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What starts with a spin of a globe can change your life forever. Ben Rodgers sits down with Ethan Hadley, President and CEO of the Crossville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce, to unpack a journey that spans across continents and careers. From teaching English and raising a family in Japan to leading economic development in one of the 14 counties that make up the Upper Cumberland, Hadley shares how bold decisions and global experiences shaped his path. He also dives into the future of Crossville— from downtown growth and tourism to major developments that are putting the region on the map. It’s a story of taking chances, thinking big, and building something that lasts.

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