Executive Director, Amy Ellis

Amy Ellis has served as Executive Director of  Franklin-Simpson Renaissance since 2013. She worked as a photojournalist for the local newspaper for 22 years and owns a photography studio in Franklin. Her goal with Renaissance is to see the Downtown Historic District grow and become a vibrant destination for people to work, eat and play. Her love for historic preservation and the arts has a strong influence on the projects that she undertakes. 

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Officers

Larry Dixon - President
Rachel Cothern - Vice President
Diana Rash - Sectretary
Steve Thurmond - Treasurer
Betty Parker - Imm. Past President​

Board Members

Alex Downing
Gene Harris
Kim Roberts
Mark Thurmond
Chris Davidson
​Paul Raines

Appointed Board Members

Larry Dixon - City Commission
Marty Chandler - Fiscal Court
Robert Stupar - Merchants Assoc.
Steve Thurmond - Chamber of Commerce
​Amy Ellis - Executive Director