Councilman Clark Appointed Brad Shumpert to Development Board
The Chattanooga City Council is set to review the District 5 board appointment for the local development board.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in People
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Chattanooga City Councilman Dennis Clark has appointed Brad Shumpert to the citys Industrial Development Board. Shumpert is slated to succeed Jimmy Rodgers as the representative for District 5.
Why it matters
The Industrial Development Board plays a critical role in local economic growth by overseeing job creation, investment, and redevelopment projects. This appointment ensures that District 5 maintains representation as the current term concludes.
Outgoing board member Jimmy Rodgers served the District 5 seat for 6 years, beginning his tenure in 2020. The next scheduled vacancy for the board is not expected to occur until 2028.
The players
Brad Shumpert
He is a vice president and private wealth advisor at Regions Bank and a former board member for the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce.
Dennis Clark
He serves as a Chattanooga City Councilman who selected the new board representative for District 5.
Jimmy Rodgers
He is the outgoing District 5 representative who served on the board since 2020.
The details
Brad Shumpert, a vice president and private wealth advisor at Regions Bank, was selected for the role due to his professional background and his previous experience on the board of directors for the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce. The appointment fills the seat left by Jimmy Rodgers, whose term officially concludes in early October.
Timeline
Jimmy Rodgers began his board service in 2020.
The current term for the District 5 seat expires on October 7, 2026.
The Chattanooga City Council will consider the appointment on October 13, 2026.
The next board vacancy is expected in 2028.
Market Landscape
This appointment follows the mandate set by the Chattanooga Industrial Development Board to support local investment and job creation through rotating district representation. The transition ensures continuity in the city's economic development strategy while aligning with regional commercial leadership standards.
The transition on the Industrial Development Board affects the oversight of future local redevelopment and economic projects in District 5. Residents should monitor upcoming council sessions to see how these board changes influence local investment priorities.
The takeaway
Effective board governance is essential for sustaining long-term economic investment and redevelopment in growing urban areas. Community members can stay informed on municipal appointments by following public city council agendas and meeting minutes.
Further reading
For more information on local leadership changes, visit the Chattanooga People section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Local3News.
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