Cathy Ackermann
Co-Host of Sweet Tea and Strategy
Cathy lives and breathes public relations and marketing strategy. As founder and president, her experience has led Ackermann towards success for over 40 years by providing consultation and strategy to organizations both big and small.
Cathy Ackermann has hosted eight Episodes.
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Episode 14: Regional Awareness and Healthcare Strategy: A Conversation with Ed Pershing
March 26th, 2026 | Season 1 | 24 mins 49 secs
Ed Pershing explores the growth of PYA, the future of healthcare, and the cultural potential of East Tennessee.
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Episode 11: Ken Rueter on Turning Around the Nation's Largest Cleanup
March 26th, 2026 | Season 1 | 34 mins 28 secs
UCOR CEO Ken Rueter discusses the multi-billion dollar turnaround of the K-25 site, the "Culture of Excellence" driving a record-breaking safety standard, and the transformation of a Superfund site into a National Park and industrial hub.
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Episode 12: The Volunteer Spirit: Chancellor Donde Plowman’s Vision for UT Knoxville
March 26th, 2026 | Season 1 | 21 mins 34 secs
Donde Plowman outlines her priorities for the University of Tennessee, including student access, the land-grant mission, and faculty recruitment through regional assets.
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Episode 13: 40 Years of TeamHealth: Dr. Lynn Massingale on the Evolution of Modern Emergency Medicine
March 26th, 2026 | Season 1 | 27 mins 57 secs
TeamHealth co-founder Dr. Lynn Massingale traces the company's 40-year journey from a local start-up to a national healthcare giant.
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Episode 7: Legacy Parks: Cultivating Community through Conservation and Connection
March 26th, 2026 | Season 1 | 21 mins 49 secs
Legacy Parks Foundation Executive Director Carol Evans discusses regional conservation, economic impact, and the power of connected outdoor spaces.
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Episode 8: Tennessee Aquarium: A Multi-Million Dollar Engine for Education and Conservation
March 26th, 2026 | Season 1 | 22 mins 19 secs
Tennessee Aquarium CEO Keith Sanford discusses the organization's unique freshwater focus, its massive economic impact on Chattanooga, and its leading-edge conservation efforts.
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Episode 5: Culture, Scale, and the Fed: A Strategy for Aggressive Growth with Billy Carroll
March 26th, 2026 | Season 1 | 20 mins 2 secs
SmartBank CEO Billy Carroll discusses aggressive bank growth, company culture, and Federal Reserve insights.
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Episode 2: UT President Randy Boyd on Inclusivity and Innovation
March 26th, 2026 | Season 1 | 21 mins 21 secs
Randy Boyd discusses the UT Promise, the Oak Ridge Institute, and the University's mission of state-wide impact.