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International

Meet the International Business Development Team

Southern hospitality starts closer than you think. TNECD has offices around the world and team members ready to help you understand why Tennessee is the perfect venue for your business.

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Adam Breeze
Director of Business Development, United Kingdom and Ireland
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Yumi Mitamura
Director of Business Development, Japan
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Hee-jung Shin
Director of Business Development, Korea
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Virginia Crowley
Director of Business Development, Italy and Spain
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Steffen Bayer
Director of Business Development, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg

Your Global Partner

Companies from around the globe are turning up the volume on success in Tennessee. The state has become a hub for foreign investment thanks to our commitment to international partnerships and strong export activity. With a business-friendly climate, skilled workforce and central U.S. location, Tennessee is an ideal home for global companies across industries.

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Canada

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France

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Germany

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Italy

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Japan

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South Korea

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United Kingdom & Ireland

Tennessee Sound. Heard Across the Country.

Discover how close Tennessee cities are to key metro areas across the U.S.

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Our team is ready to help you explore the benefits of doing business in Tennessee.