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Builder expands AI partnership with Vandy
Barge Design Solutions is continuing to expand its artificial intelligence partnership with Vanderbilt University. <\p> The two entities have created a research collaborative, Reimagining the Future of Infrastructure by Leveraging Generative AI, according to a press release. The goal is to identify and address the industry’s future needs using generative AI. <\p>
Sean Brock expands his portfolio
Nashville is a mecca for foodies, and the scene’s growth is nowhere close to over, with openings and new concepts announced daily. To keep up with the growth, the Business Journal compiles a weekly list of need-to-know restaurant news. Here’s the latest from Music City’s culinary boom. <\p> 12South’s newest watering hole<\p>
Fisk cuts ties with Freeman incubator
A business incubator named for an influential Nashville entrepreneur and mentor is without a home, following a Metro vote that stripped its funding.<\p> The creation of the Darrell S. Freeman Sr. Incubator and Innovation Center had been fueled by $10 million of federal pandemic relief aid, as directed by Metro government. The money was to fund design, construction, start-up and initial staffing of the operation. It was to be housed in a renovated academic building on the campus of Fisk University, one of Nashville's four historically Black colleges and universities. Fisk hired Holly Rachel as the incubator’s executive director, and eight Nashville business leaders were named to the advisory board.<\p>
How he'll lead an institution forward
Chris Hight never envisioned himself being a partner, let alone being in charge of one of Tennessee’s largest CPA firms.<\p> But starting Nov. 1, Hight will take the helm as KraftCPAs' newest chief manager after nearly 20 years of service for the firm.<\p>
Research group outlines policy reforms to unlock housing affordability
Housing affordability is becoming a bigger issue for U.S. voters, spurring policymakers — especially at the state and local levels — to consider new measures aimed at easing the burden facing both renters and prospective homeowners.<\p> While every city, county or region thinks about housing affordability (and potential solutions) differently, several common policy changes are being pursued, especially to ease restrictions around building new housing. New research from the Mercatus Center at George Mason University in Arlington, Virginia, outlines some of the biggest reforms being adopted across the U.S. today and offers a menu of potential options for policymakers to consider.<\p>
Downtown's Old Spaghetti Factory to be transformed
The downtown building long home to The Old Spaghetti Factory is set to undergo a transformation.<\p> Illinois-based T2 Capital Management paid $17.5 million for the damaged downtown building last week with plans to restore and convert the historic property into condos and retail space, according to a release.<\p>
Top of The List: Commercial real estate firms, by lease volume
What are the largest commercial real estate brokerages in Nashville, by leases?<\p> We ranked Nashville's commercial real estate brokerages by lease volume in 2023. To view the top five and see which one tops the list, check out the slideshow with this story.<\p>
Her best lesson: Quality family time
In her position as vice president of corporate communications and marketing for the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority, Stacey Nickens works to elevate the BNA brand, position the airport as one of the best airports in the country and provide a premium airport experience that is reflective of Music City.<\p> If you could give an award to someone else, which award, who and why? I would give my cousin, Renata, the award for resilience. She has been on dialysis twice a day for years, and we recently received the exciting news that she would finally be receiving a kidney. I’ve seen her strength on this journey, and recognizing her would be an honor.<\p>
Forest Hills home sells for $4.1M
Check out the most-expensive homes sold in Nashville recently by clicking through the slideshow with this story.<\p> This week's installment includes homes sold from July 22-25 and is topped by a $4.05 million home in the 37215 ZIP code.<\p>
Tech company names new CEO
One of Nashville’s technology companies is under new leadership. <\p> Stephanie Johnson has been named CEO of Acklen Avenue effective Aug. 2, according to a press release. Johnson, who started at the company as chief operating officer in 2022, replaces founder Colin Calahan as CEO. <\p>
The Playbook: How pay raise plans for 2025 are shaping up
Editor’s Note: Welcome to The Playbook Edition, a look at stories, trends and changes that could affect your business. Want more stories like this in your inbox? Sign up for The Playbook newsletter. <\p> Despite increasing political backlash toward diversity, equity and inclusion, a majority of workers still say they prioritize inclusion in their organizations. <\p>
Deal Dash: Local developers advance on massive Belle Meade, Midtown projects
Welcome back to Deal Dash, our weekly news roundup highlighting some of the commercial real estate dealmaking across Greater Nashville. We aim to showcase a cross-section of recent property sales, proposed developments, construction loans, leases and other activities. A controversial Belle Meade project is moving forward. AJ Capital Partners is...
The Playbook: How pay raise plans for 2025 are shaping up
Editor’s Note: Welcome to The Playbook Edition, a look at stories, trends and changes that could affect your business. Want more stories like this in your inbox? Sign up for The Playbook newsletter. As DEI backlash builds, employee support is changing. Despite increasing political backlash toward diversity, equity and...
Vanderbilt pitching $520M business school to Palm Beach government
Plans for a Vanderbilt University business school in Florida may be coming to a head, as university officials will publicly present their vision for the campus to the Palm Beach County Commission on Aug. 20. The presentation envisions $519.6 million in direct spending to create a campus that would include...
Halls Chophouse owner talks expansion in Nashville: 'I love being a part of the growth'
Tommy Hall is more than glad he bet on Nashville and doesn’t plan to stop. In 2022, Charleston-based Hall Management Group opened Halls Chophouse at Midtown’s Broadwest development, marking the family business’s first out-of-state expansion. “No. 1, I was blown away with how many people actually knew...
Exec challenges business owners to support Nashville
I found myself wanting more after the Nashville Convention and Visitor Corp. released its “Music City Next” plan this summer. Specifically, I wanted to know more about what I as a small-business owner, Nashville native and committed neighbor in a metro of 2 million residents can do to impact who or what Nashville is. <\p> The below is a starting place — both a challenge for myself and an encouragement to fellow Nashvillians — of ways we can all contribute to protecting the heart of our city and creating a foundation for our community’s continued growth and success. <\p>
Exec challenges business owners to support Nashville
I found myself wanting more after the Nashville Convention and Visitor Corp. released its “Music City Next” plan this summer. Specifically, I wanted to know more about what I as a small-business owner, Nashville native and committed neighbor in a metro of 2 million residents can do to impact who or what Nashville is.
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