Deputy Governor to @GovBillLee and @TNECD Commissioner. Husband and father of five. Co-founder of Clayton Associates. Entrepreneur.
Nashville, TN
Joined September 2014
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Stuart C. McWhorter retweeted
"From aerospace and advanced manufacturing to nuclear energy and quantum technologies, Tennessee has built an ecosystem that uniquely positions our state to support this mission. Pursuing the U.S. Space Academy is about more than attracting a historic investment. It’s about strengthening our innovation economy, creating new opportunities for Tennesseans and helping shape the future of American space exploration for generations to come.” 🚀 - Deputy Governor/@CommishTNECD Stuart C. McWhorter
Someone will determine what the future looks like — that should be Tennessee.
We have the location, infrastructure, workforce & spirit of innovation needed for the new United States Space Academy.
Grateful for the leadership of @POTUS & @NASA, and we look forward to helping them bring the vision to life. 🚀
Read more: tn.gov/governor/news/2026/10…
Strong relationships drive strong economies.
I’m proud to welcome leaders from Japan and states across the Southeast to Nashville for the 48th SEUS/Japan Annual Joint Meeting. We look forward to strengthening this longstanding partnership and building new opportunities for Tennessee.
Excited for what’s ahead!
The 48th SEUS/Japan Joint Meeting is underway in Nashville!
Tennessee is proud to host this annual gathering of business and government leaders from Japan and across the Southeast as we strengthen this longstanding economic partnership and explore new opportunities for collaboration and growth.
Former Gov. @BillHaslam is serving as chair alongside Japan co-chairs Yasuhiro Morita and Masaaki Tsuya of @Bridgestone.
Japan is Tennessee’s top foreign direct investment partner, with more than 200 Japanese businesses supporting nearly 50,000 jobs and $21 billion in capital investment across the state. We’re excited to build on these relationships and welcome our partners from Japan and across the Southeast to Tennessee.
With an incredible speaker line-up to kick off the conference, here are a few snapshots from day 1 so far!
Excited to see the outcomes of this regional partnership and the breakthroughs it will make possible. Tennessee is proud to have @UTKnoxville and @VanderbiltU helping lead the way. 👏
Tennessee is proud to be represented by two founding members of the Southeast Regional Superintelligence (SI) Computing Consortium: @UTKnoxville and @VanderbiltU. The consortium was announced last week by the @WhiteHouse at the Science: A New Golden Age Summit. 🙌
The consortium brings together universities across the Southeast to combine resources, share capabilities and expand access to advanced computing infrastructure for scientific research. This collaboration can accelerate discovery, support commercialization and strengthen U.S. leadership in science and technology.
We’re excited to see how this effort connects Tennessee’s strengths in advanced manufacturing, energy, healthcare and logistics with partners across the region—and creates new opportunities for research, investment and high-quality jobs. 💡
I had the pleasure of joining @CollegeSystemTN Chancellor Flora Tydings to discuss how Tennessee can continue preparing our workforce for the jobs of tomorrow.
In today’s economic environment, certainty is our greatest currency. Through our partnership with the TBR, we’re helping give businesses the confidence they need to invest, grow and create opportunities across Tennessee.
We're thrilled that @Fly_Nashville just announced new nonstop service from France to Nashville, connecting Tennesseans, visitors and businesses to one of the world's leading destinations.
Strong airports and international routes open doors for investment and growth across our state, and I know this will lead to many successful partnerships throughout the future.
@airfrance
Stuart C. McWhorter retweeted
.@billboard released its 2026 top music business schools, and Tennessee ranks in the top 3 locations globally with not one, not two, but FIVE on the list:
🎶 @BelmontUniv
🎶 @MTSU
🎶 @RhodesCollege
🎶 @TSUedu
🎶 @uofmemphis
Our state continues to lead when it comes to the music and entertainment industry. 🎤
See the full list:
billboard.com/pro/top-music-…
Tennessee isn't just where music is made, it's where the next generation of music business leaders are trained.
Proud to see five Tennessee colleges recognized among @billboard’s top music business schools.
.@billboard released its 2026 top music business schools, and Tennessee ranks in the top 3 locations globally with not one, not two, but FIVE on the list:
🎶 @BelmontUniv
🎶 @MTSU
🎶 @RhodesCollege
🎶 @TSUedu
🎶 @uofmemphis
Our state continues to lead when it comes to the music and entertainment industry. 🎤
See the full list:
billboard.com/pro/top-music-…
Stuart C. McWhorter retweeted
#GovCon26 was one for the books! 🎉
From record attendance and representation from all 95 counties to outstanding hospitality from Chattanooga, this year’s conference brought Tennessee together in a big way.
Hear from Deputy Governor/TNECD Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter as he recaps #GovCon26 and shares what makes Chattanooga a standout destination for companies across the globe.
Thanks to everyone who made this year’s conference one to remember. See you in Nashville for #GovCon27! 😎
I joined U.S. Sen. @MarshaBlackburn at the @bitcoinpark_ Imagine IF summit for a fireside chat about what gives companies and investors the confidence to build in Tennessee and what it will take to keep that momentum going.
Businesses choose Tennessee for the certainty that comes from a pro-growth environment, an entrepreneurial culture, responsive government and leaders working together across local, state and federal levels, and I'm grateful for the chance to highlight our partnership today.
@Bitcoin
It was a pleasure joining Hamilton County Mayor @westonwamp and @TNChamber CEO Josh Brown in a panel led by @SCORE_TN President & CEO @davemansouri to discuss workforce development across our state.
As we continue to support @Jobs4_TN during the rollout of TNWorks — the single source for workforce in our state — we're excited about the collaboration between education, economic development and workforce in Tennessee.
When a company expands in or moves to Tennessee, we want them to know our state has the highly skilled workers it needs to be successful. 🤝
I was honored to be the keynote speaker for the GreyMatter Annual Meeting today.
GreyMatter is helping drive innovation in mental health by supporting founders as they bring new ideas and technologies to life. Nashville’s strong healthcare ecosystem makes it an ideal place to advance this important work and shape what’s next. 👏
It was an honor to meet with U.S. Ambassador to Iceland Billy Long and staff from @usembreykjavik this week to discuss opportunities to strengthen partnerships between Tennessee and the Land of Fire and Ice.
We were thrilled to help kick off nonstop air service between Nashville and Reykjavík through @Icelandair last year, and our team always appreciates the opportunity to build on the strong relationship between Tennessee and Iceland.
Great article about Tennessee below. ⬇️ 👏
“How did the land of Rocky Top and smoky mountain ridges become one of America’s most effective machines for attracting capital, companies and families?”
A recent article explores Tennessee’s economic-development “it” factor, and how site readiness, reliable power, strategic infrastructure, workforce investment and public-private partnerships are helping position the state for continued growth. 👏
🔗 Read: mauldineconomics.com/global-…
Thank you to @GovBillLee for his commitment to advancing Tennessee's leadership in nuclear energy.
We're excited to celebrate Nuclear Energy Week this week and every year to come.
Stuart C. McWhorter retweeted
Some days in life can be summed up by a simple sentence. Others require chapters to tell; September 11, 2001 is one of them.
Twenty-five years later, we remember the innocent lives lost, honor the heroes who answered the call, and give thanks for the courage and unity that emerged from our nation’s grief.
@MariaLeeTN and I invite Tennesseans to join us in prayer for the families forever changed by this terror and observe moments of silence at the following times.
May we never forget.
Stuart C. McWhorter retweeted
Deputy Governor/TNECD Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter was at the @wkforum in Seoul, South Korea, this week, forging new relationships with business leaders across the country.
South Korea has been Tennessee’s No. 1 foreign direct investment partner since 2019, investing more than $11.5 billion and creating nearly 5,000 jobs across the state.
Learn more in the Commissioner’s latest #McWhorterOnTheMove ⬇️
I was honored to represent the Volunteer State at the @wkforum in Seoul, South Korea, this week, joining Hyosung Heavy Industries Vice President Takeshi Yokota for a panel moderated by @NelsonMullins partner Woojin Shin.
Our conversation highlighted the importance of strong international relationships, challenges in foreign direct investment, the advantages of doing business in Tennessee and Hyosung’s growing role in the state’s energy sector.
Since 2019, South Korea has become the No. 1 partner for FDI in Tennessee, investing more than $11.5 billion and creating nearly 5,000 jobs.
Stuart C. McWhorter retweeted
Ever wondered how Tennessee became one of the premiere destinations for companies across the globe?
In his appearance with @kylematthewsceo on the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Deputy Gov. and TNECD Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter breaks down why companies move here, how states compete for economic development projects, how Tennessee coordinates across multiple agencies and so much more.
Listen to the entire episode:
thematthewsmentalitypodcast.…
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Deputy Governor/@CommishTNECD Stuart C. McWhorter was honored to help kick off the @TNChamber's Public Affairs Conference this week as keynote speaker during the opening reception.
The evening brought together business and community leaders from across the state for meaningful conversations about Tennessee’s continued momentum and the work ahead as we keep shaping what’s next for the Volunteer State. 👏
Day one of the Tennessee Chamber’s Public Affairs Conference is in the books. We kicked things off with an opening reception featuring remarks from Deputy Governor and TNECD Commissioner Stuart McWhorter, bringing together business and community leaders for an evening of conversation and connection
We’re looking forward to another full day of conversations as we continue Shaping What’s Next for Tennessee.
Stuart C. McWhorter retweeted
Deputy Governor/@CommishTNECD Stuart C. McWhorter and members of our team joined @tnsecofstate Tre Hargett and @SenJohnson for a visit to Rock Nashville to see the incredible progress happening on campus. 🎸 🎶
From nearing tenant capacity to rehearsal rooms filled with artists and performers, Rock Nashville is quickly becoming a hub for Tennessee’s music and entertainment industry. With industry partners and companies onsite to support, collaborate and help talent grow, this campus is another exciting example of the creative energy and business momentum driving Tennessee forward. 🙌
