Robertson County Economic Development Board

06/30/2026

We are proud to recognize Board Member Willis Jepson on being named the 2026 Tennessee Farmer of the Year!

A leader in agriculture and a champion for our farming community, Willis embodies the values of stewardship, innovation and service.

We are grateful for his contributions to our board and our community.



Jepson Family Farms

06/29/2026

The Robertson County Economic Development Board is pleased to announce Kalee Harryman, our county's new Chief Economic Development Officer!

The Robertson County Economic Development Board is pleased to announce the selection of Kalee Harryman as the County’s next Chief Economic Development Officer, effective June 29, 2026. This pivotal decision marks an exciting new chapter for both the organization and the community, as Robertson Cou...

04/28/2026

🚨Reminder that the submission deadline is approaching for Robertson County Economic Development Board Tourism Grants! Visit the Tourism Grants menu on www.experiencerobertson.com to learn more about eligibility requirements and the application process.

04/23/2026

Through a unique collaboration with the Robertson County Economic Development Board, local high school students are contributing innovative ideas that support tourism and economic development. This kind of collaboration builds workforce readiness, encourages civic pride and invests in the next generation of leaders.

🔗 Read more: https://stay-positive-news.webflow.io/article/students-help-shape-the-future-of-robertson-county-tourism-through-innovative-project

It started with a simple outreach—but what followed is a powerful example of what happens when students are invited to the table.

04/15/2026

Are you a destination business, non-profit or city partner that hosts an attraction or event that brings visitors to our community? The Robertson County Economic Development Board has Tourism Grants available for local Robertson County municipalities, businesses and non-profits to develop and enhance their events and attractions!

The 2027 grant applications are open now through April 30, 2026. Learn more under the Tourism Grants menu at www.experiencerobertson.com and contact [email protected] with any questions!

03/11/2026

Congratulations to Create Energy on their expansion !

This US-based renewable energy company was founded in 2023, is headquartered in Portland, TN and is growing with an acquired 338,000 square-foot facility in Orlinda, TN.

Visionary Founder & CEO, Dean Solon, shared:
“I’ve been in Tennessee for over 30 years, and this place isn’t just where I work and build businesses, it’s home. I’m proud of what we’re cranking out here at Create Energy: real growth, real jobs and the newest, coolest energy products the world wants. We have a wave of major initiatives underway, and...there’s much more on the horizon.”

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Deputy Gov. and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Create Energy officials announced today the company is launching a major expansion, creating a total of 1,003 new jobs and investing more than $78 million across Sumner and....

01/23/2026

We're a Robertson County Economic Development Director. This position is based out of Springfield, Tennessee. Apply today or share this post with your network.

The Robertson County Economic Development Board, office in Springfield, TN, is seeking an Economic Development Director. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume/CV to [email protected]. The Robertson County Economic Development Board is the agency tasked with economic and t...

12/19/2025

Earlier this week, we partnered with Robertson County (TN) Chamber of Commerce and Robertson County Schools to host our community's 8th Grade Career Exploration Fair. Over two days, 800 eighth graders connected with local professionals at Volunteer State Community College- Springfield campus and learned about careers in their areas of tested aptitude and expressed interest.

This event, along with the annual High School Job Shadowing, Senior Job Fair and Career & Technical Educator Professional Development Day, as well as monthly Workforce & Education Council meetings, are strategic investments made by cross-sector leadership to strengthen our community's workforce.

12/18/2025

Last Friday, we joined local industry partners Electrolux Group-Springfield, Advanex Americas, Inc.-White House and North American Stamping Group-Portland at a regional Manufacturing Summit to explore bringing Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) chapters to Middle Tennessee.

Thank you, Nissan Motor Corporation Regional Training Center Smyrna/TCAT Smyrna, for hosting this important conversation, and Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce for helping get the word out on the event.

Industry partners unable to attend, but interested in learning more can sign up for updates at https://share.hsforms.com/1CiXmhkNzT5iZjZgZ2S0BLQcrgr0