Tennessee Business Roundtable

Nashville, TN · Founded 1983

Convenes Tennessee business leaders to advocate for public policies that enhance economic vitality

Primary audience
Business Executives
Work area
Policy & Advocacy
Topic
Economic Development
Contact
Sheehy Patrick
Website Contact

About Organization

Based in Nashville, TN, Tennessee Business Roundtable brings together business leaders and strategic thinkers to develop and advocate for public policies that improve quality of life and strengthen the state's economic climate. The organization reported $295,000 in revenue for 2023, supporting its policy advocacy and business-driven initiatives with a team of 3 employees and 15 volunteers.

What They Focus On

Economic Competitiveness

Advocates for policies that maintain Tennessee's position as a business-friendly state with a vibrant economic climate.

Workforce Development

Champions education and training policies that build the skilled workforce Tennessee employers need to grow.

Quality of Life

Supports initiatives that improve healthcare, infrastructure, and public services for all Tennesseans.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$295K

+26.2% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$319K

+26% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$66K

-15.1% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

3

+50% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $295,282 $319,308 $65,645 3
2022 $234,051 $253,362 $77,322 2
2020 $248,014 $229,361 $84,702 2
2019 $260,136 $265,154 $67,030 3
2018 $264,639 $251,834 $53,310 2

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Convene Business Leaders

    Bring together chief executives and strategic thinkers to identify the most critical policy challenges facing Tennessee.

  • 02

    Develop Policy Positions

    Research and craft business-driven policy recommendations through task forces and working groups.

  • 03

    Advocate for Change

    Present recommendations to state lawmakers and agencies, leveraging the collective voice of Tennessee's business community.

  • 04

    Implement & Monitor

    Work with partners to implement adopted policies and track their impact on the state's economy and quality of life.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Tennessee Business Roundtable

Policy Development

Convenes business leaders and policy experts to develop consensus positions on economic, education, and workforce issues facing Tennessee.

Legislative Advocacy

Advocates before the Tennessee General Assembly and state agencies for policies that support business growth and economic competitiveness.

Workforce & Education Initiatives

Champions education reform and workforce development policies that align talent pipelines with the needs of Tennessee employers.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Tennessee Business Roundtable.

SP

Sheehy Patrick

President
Full-time
Compensation: $140,027
MC

Mulligan Colton

At-Large Director
0 hrs/week
WD

Winton Dakasha

At-Large Director
0 hrs/week
BW

Blue W A Zan Jr

General Counsel
1 hrs/week
MJ

Mollenhour Jordan

Regional VP, East Tn
0 hrs/week
NN

Nassar Nassar

Regional VP, West Tn
0 hrs/week
WS

Wilson Steve

Regional VP, Middle Tn
0 hrs/week

Milestones

Four decades of business leadership in Tennessee

1983

Founded in Nashville

1983

Established to give Tennessee's business leaders a unified voice on public policy issues affecting the state's economy.

1984

IRS Recognition

1984

Received tax-exempt status as a 501(c)(6) business league focused on economic policy advocacy.

2023

Record Engagement

2023

Revenue reached $295,000 with 3 staff and 15 volunteers supporting policy development and advocacy.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AN
Anness Nancy Health Council Chair 0.25 hrs/week
CC
Cagle Chuck Education Council Chair 0.25 hrs/week
HM
Harrell Mike Chair 1.00 hrs/week
HM
Haskell Matt Compet. Council Chair 0.25 hrs/week
JM
Jett M Edward Secretary 0.50 hrs/week
NK
Norman Keith Immediate Past Chair 0.50 hrs/week
PD
Pickler David Chair-Elect 0.50 hrs/week
SJ
Schmitz Jim Treasurer 0.50 hrs/week
SC
Snow Chris Wkfce. Council Chair 0.25 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$140K

Highest Paid

$140K

Sheehy Patrick

Compensated Officers

1

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Sheehy Patrick President $140,027 — $140,027 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Related Organizations

2 affiliated entities reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

2

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

2
Tennessee Business Roundtable Foundation
Nashville, TN
Education Workforce
501(c) 501(C)(3)
Tennessee Forward
Nashville, TN
Advocacy
501(c) 501(C)(4)

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
8 Registrations
1 Client
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 1 total

Business Roundtable
8 filings
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Tennessee Business Roundtable

Phone

(615) 255-5877
Visit Website
640 Spence Lane 122 Nashville, TN 372171252