Montgomery County Visitor Spending Tops $205 Million in 2015
August 31, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam and Department of Tourist Development Commissioner Kevin Triplett today announced Tennessee tourism’s direct domestic and international travel expenditures reached an all-time high of $18.4 billion in 2015, up 3.7 percent over the previous year, as reported by the U.S. Travel Association.
Numbers for Montgomery County increased to $205.1 million, up 1.3% over 2014.
Montgomery County has ranked 11th in Tennessee for tourism spending
CVB Announces New Board Leadership for 2016-17 Year
July 21, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau announces that Louisa Cooke has been named chairman of the board of directors for the 2016-17 year beginning July 1st.
Cooke previously served as chairman of the board in 2006-07, 2001-02 and 1997-98, and has served on the board of directors for a total of nine years since 1996.
Louisa Cooke named chairman of the CVB board of directors for the 2016-17
“Du The Dream” in Clarksville at 2015 Dream Factory Duathlon
November 26, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Dream Factory and Visit Clarksville are excited to announce the second annual “Du the Dream” Duathlon on April 25th, 2015.
The “Du the Dream” Duathlon will be held near Beachaven Vineyards and Winery, 1100 Dunlop Lane, and will consist of a run-bike-run course designed for the whole family. All proceeds will support the Clarksville Chapter of the Dream Factory, the second-largest children’s wish-granting organization in the U.S. Money granted to The Dream Factory funds wishes of children who are not only terminally ill, but also children who suffer with chronic and critical illness. Last year, the event raised over $5,000. [Read more]
Clarksville Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau announces new Board
July 2, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is pleased to announce Steve Stroman as the Chairman of the 2014-2015 Board of Directors.
The CVB board members are: The Honorable Geno Grubbs, City of Clarksville; Mr. Navin Patel, Hampton Inn & Suites; The Honorable Jerry Allbert, Montgomery County Parks; Ms. Lee Persinger, Jostens Printing & Publishing; Mr. Jared Mims, Mr. Geoff Livingston, Cumberland Bank & Trust and Ms. Jan Roberts, retired local banker.
Steve Stroman, Chairman of the 2014-2015 Clarksville-Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors.
Clarksville to host Professional Horseshoe Pitching Tournament this weekend
June 25, 2014
Clarksville, TN – For horseshoe pitching enthusiasts, the 2014 HP Pro Tour Open Horseshoe Tournament will be making its way to Montgomery County’s Civitan Park June 28th-29th.
The HP Pro Tour is a series of horseshoe pitching tournaments, held monthly during the spring and summer, where competitors try to get as many ringers as possible and walk away with big cash prizes. Sixty pitchers from across the Southeast will make their way to Clarksville to take part in the competition.
2014 HP Pro Tour Open Horseshoe Tournament at Montgomery County’s Civitan Park June 28th-29th.
Aspire Clarksville Foundation annouces $4 Million Campaign Achievement
June 24, 2014
Clarksville, TN – On Monday evening, Dr. Mark Green and Joe Pitts announced that the Aspire Clarksville Foundation had garnered nearly $4 million in pledges, surpassing the current goal, and previous campaigns, by a wide margin.
Aspire Clarksville, an economic development foundation to benefit Clarksville-Montgomery County, Tennessee, officially announced in February that the goal for the entire Aspire V “Focus On The Future” Campaign was $3.8 million.
Aspire Clarksville Foundation raises nearly $4 million in pledges.
Clarksville to host Bass Pro Shop’s Big Cat Quest Tournament Saturday, April 26th
April 24, 2014
McGregor Park Docks Will Be Closed
Clarksville, TN – The Bass Pro Shop’s Big Cat Quest Tournament will be taking place on the banks of the Cumberland River in Clarksville, Tennessee on Saturday, April 26th.
The Clarksville-Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) and Ken Freeman Outdoor Promotions invite you to see all the action live at McGregor Park, 640 North Riverside Drive.
Bass Pro Shop’s Big Cat Quest Tournament coming to Clarksville Saturday
Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council announces Cal Wray as New Executive Director
February 27, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County, Tennessee Economic Development Council (EDC) Executive Board is excited to announce they have received commitment from Cal Wray, 35, of Dublin, GA, to assume the reins as the Executive Director.
The EDC was established in 1996, and currently promotes economic growth and development of Clarksville-Montgomery County.
New EDC Executive Director Cal Wray.
“Du The Dream” in Clarksville at the 2014 Dream Factory Duathlon
December 6, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Dream Factory and Clarksville-Montgomery County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) are excited to announce the upcoming “Du the Dream” Duathlon, the newest multi-sport event in Clarksville’s ever-growing lineup.
The “Du the Dream” Duathlon will be held Saturday, May 31st, 2014 near Beachaven Winery & Vineyards. This run-bike-run event is designed for the whole family.
All proceeds will go to support the Clarksville Chapter of the Dream Factory, the second-largest children’s wish-granting organization in the U.S. Money granted to The Dream Factory fund wishes of children who are not only terminally ill, but also children who suffer with chronic and critical illness. [Read more]
Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council (EDC) to search for new Executive Director
November 16, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County, Tennessee Economic Development Council (EDC) Executive Board is pleased to announce they have initiated the search for the new EDC Executive Director.
The EDC serves as the staffing and support organization for its member entities, the Industrial Development Board (IDB), Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the Chamber of Commerce, and is moving forward to have the position filled by February 28th, 2014. [Read more]
