News

Our clients are newsmakers, and we leverage our expertise and diligence to secure timely, on-message news coverage for them.
Featured image for “Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation board elects officers”
May. 26, 2023

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation board elects officers

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) has elected 2023-24 officers for its Board of Commissioners. Kimberly Henry, an associate wealth management advisor for Axiom Wealth Management, will serve as chair. Scott Broyles, president and CEO at National Safe Skies Alliance, will
Read More
Featured image for “Signalized crosswalk opens for schoolchildren living at First Creek at Austin”
May. 19, 2023

Signalized crosswalk opens for schoolchildren living at First Creek at Austin

A signalized crosswalk has officially opened for schoolchildren living at First Creek at Austin to safely travel to Green Magnet Academy as a result of a partnership with Bike Walk Knoxville and Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC). The elementary school,
Read More
Featured image for “KCDC hires Joe LaCroix as director of information technology”
Mar. 31, 2023

KCDC hires Joe LaCroix as director of information technology

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) has hired Joe LaCroix as director of information technology (IT). “Joe brings seasoned IT experience with a valuable concentration in the public sector,” said Ben Bentley, executive director and CEO of KCDC. “His analytical, troubleshooting,
Read More
Featured image for “KCDC promotes Hatfield to vice president of redevelopment”
Mar. 14, 2023

KCDC promotes Hatfield to vice president of redevelopment

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) has promoted James “Jim” Hatfield III to the position of vice president of redevelopment. “Jim’s extensive experience in redevelopment helps us fulfill a significant component of KCDC’s mission,” said Ben Bentley, executive director and CEO
Read More
Featured image for “KCDC’s First Creek at Austin earns Keep Knoxville Beautiful award”
Feb. 20, 2023

KCDC’s First Creek at Austin earns Keep Knoxville Beautiful award

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation’s (KCDC) First Creek at Austin Phase 1 has been selected a winner of the 2023 Orchids Awards, given annually by Keep Knoxville Beautiful. First Creek at Austin Phase 1, which earned the award in the category
Read More
Featured image for “KCDC hires Draplin as vice president of housing”
Feb. 17, 2023

KCDC hires Draplin as vice president of housing

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) has hired Sabrina Draplin as vice president of housing. “Sabrina’s talents and depth of experience with large housing enterprises will not only enhance KCDC today, but also help continue our success for the future,” said
Read More
Featured image for “KCDC promotes White to chief financial officer”
Feb. 03, 2023

KCDC promotes White to chief financial officer

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) has promoted Nancy White to the position of chief financial officer (CFO). “Nancy has extensive experience in overseeing finances at both non-profit organizations and governmental entities, and she is well suited to the CFO position
Read More
Featured image for “KCDC achieves continued accreditation by National Institute of Governmental Purchasing”
Jan. 20, 2023

KCDC achieves continued accreditation by National Institute of Governmental Purchasing

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation’s (KCDC) Procurement Division once again has earned top accreditation by the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing, a designation it has held since 2006. NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement recognized KCDC with Accreditation for Quality Public
Read More
Featured image for “KCDC, Matter Health open wellness center for Cagle Terrace residents”
Dec. 14, 2022

KCDC, Matter Health open wellness center for Cagle Terrace residents

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) has partnered with Matter Health to provide high-quality, on-site primary care for elderly and disabled residents at its Cagle Terrace property. The recently opened wellness center provides convenient access to physical and mental health and
Read More
Featured image for “Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation adds Hill as resident commissioner”
Dec. 02, 2022

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation adds Hill as resident commissioner

Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon has appointed Kathy Hill as a resident commissioner to the Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation’s (KCDC) Board of Commissioners. “We welcome Kathy to the board,” KCDC Executive Director and CEO Ben Bentley said. “As a lifelong Knoxvillian
Read More