Tennessee tourism leader wins national award for industry leadership

By: Anne Braly

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: September 14, 2026

Words: 617

Last Updated: 4 days, 7 hours ago


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Tennessee Department of Tourist Development’s Commissioner Mark Ezell was recently named U.S. Travel Association’s Director of the Year, an honor that he regards as recognition for “Tennessee’s leadership in tourism and what we’ve accomplished together.”

The award, given annually, recognizes those leading tourism on the state level.

“I have a deep gratitude for our incredible tourism and hospitality industry, the talented team at the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development, Governor (Bill) Lee and the …

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