NETWORKS Sullivan Partnership is governed by a 25 member board of directors representing local leadership from the governing bodies of Bluff City, Bristol, Kingsport, and Sullivan County, and appointed representatives from local businesses, educational institutions, agriculture, and community groups.

This governing body serves as the Joint Economic & Community Development Board for Sullivan County. The combining of three separate economic development agencies has created a strong, synergistic partnership which has increased interest in Sullivan County at the state, national, and international levels.

Annually, the Board of Directors establishes the strategic economic develoment plan for the Partnership and other policy initiatives for the NETWORKS staff to implement. Our board members, which represent companies, very involved nationally and internationally ,are committed to providing leadership for the responsible design and development of a strong and diversified economy.

The expertise of this diverse board, commitment and active involvement strengthens NETWORKS ability to strategically seek and obtain high quality and sustainable jobs for all of Sullivan County. As can be ssen from the profiles below, NETWORKS Sullivan Partnership's future is in excellent hands of these committed men and women that bring expertise from a variety of fields.

The 2007-08 officers for NETWORKS Sullivan Partnership are:
Mitch Walters, Chairman
Keith Wilson, Vice Chairman
Dr. William Locke, Secretary / Treasurer