Corporate Social Purpose Track
The 2026 Tennessee Conference on Volunteerism and Service-Learning will offer a Corporate Social Purpose (CSP) Track for companies interested in community engagement, employee volunteerism, and other ways to improve social well-being. The CSP Track will be on March 9 at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs in Franklin, TN.
If you are a coporate CSR professional, this track is for you! Take a look at the 2025 Agenda below.
Interested in learning more or getting connected beyond the conference?
Visit the Corporate Social Purpose (CSP) Network page to explore ongoing opportunities, upcoming convenings, and ways to stay engaged with CSP work across Tennessee.
See you in March 2026!
Corporate Social Purpose Track Agenda
All times are in Central. Please note: All events and times are subject to change - check back regularly for the latest schedule and details about conference events.
7:30 – 9:00 a.m.
8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
9:00 – 9:10 a.m.
9:10 – 10:05 a.m.
10:05 – 10:30 a.m.
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
11:30 - 12:15 p.m.
12:30 - 1:20 p.m.
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
2:30 - 2:45 p.m.
2:45 - 3:45 p.m.
3:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Continental Breakfast
CSP Track Registration
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Melanie Luckey, Jackson Energy Authority, & Neki Catron, Sylvamo
Featured Speaker
TBA
Networking & Speaker Connection
Panel Discussion – Corporate Citizenship and Partnership Management
Moderator: Meagan Flippin, President & CEO, Center for Nonprofit Excellence
Panelists: Brynn Plummer, AllianceBernstein, Natalie Patric, United Way of Greater Chattanooga, Kristen Harris, Nashville Predators
CSP Track Lunch
Service Project - The Well Outreach & Nashville Diaper Association
Panel Discussion – How to Create/Maintain a Successful Volunteer Program
Moderator: Rich Maiore, Rocket Social Impact
Panelists: Claire Brulatour, Orion Financial, Dana Patel, HCA Healthcare, Dr. Joy Rich, Nissan Group of North America
Networking & Speaker Connection
Breakout Session – Marketing with Meaning
Monchiere Holmes-Jones, Founder of MOJO Marketing
Closing Remarks & Adjourn
Additional Opportunities for Businesses Engaged in Volunteerism
Does your company have an active employee volunteerism program?
The Governor's Volunteer Stars Awards (GVSA) is an initiative from Volunteer Tennessee that seeks to recognize outstanding Tennessee volunteers. The GVSA also recognizes one Business and one Nonprofit from each of Tennessee’s three Grand Regions for their outstanding community involvement and service.
GVSA sponsorship opportunities are also available. Email volunteer.tennessee@tn.gov for more info and to receive a sponsorship packet.