Nashville, TN — Nashville Adventures is proud to announce that its founder and general manager, Paul Whitten, has been awarded General Manager of the Year – Tennessee at the Governor’s Conference on Hospitality & Tourism 2025, hosted by the Tennessee Hospitality & Tourism Association in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. The conference was held September 17-19, 2025, at the MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort & Convention Center in Kingsport, Tennessee.
This statewide honor recognizes Paul’s leadership and contributions to Tennessee’s growing tourism industry. As the visionary behind Nashville Adventures, Paul has grown the veteran-owned company into one of Nashville’s most trusted and dynamic tour providers—offering everything from history tours and ghost walks to corporate staff rides and luxury vehicle experiences. Nashville Adventures also donates 1% of all revenue to veteran-related charities, reinforcing its mission to give back to the community.
“I am deeply honored to receive this award,” said Paul Whitten. “It reflects the hard work and passion of the Nashville Adventures team. We believe history isn’t behind glass—it’s alive in our streets, our music, and our stories. This recognition motivates us to keep sharing the entrepreneurial spirit and cultural richness of Tennessee with the world.”
Under Paul’s leadership, Nashville Adventures has been featured on USA Today, Channel 2 News, Channel 5 News, and The Tennessean, earning a reputation for delivering unforgettable guest experiences while being rooted in community impact.
The Governor’s Conference on Hospitality & Tourism is Tennessee’s premier industry event—bringing together hoteliers, restaurateurs, attractions, destination marketers, educational institutions, and government agencies to celebrate achievements and share best practices.
About Nashville Adventures
Founded by veteran and historian Paul Whitten, Nashville Adventures is a fast-growing, veteran-owned tourism company offering walking tours, ghost tours, pub crawls, luxury vehicle tours, and specialized corporate/educational packages. With a mission to bring history to life and foster civic pride, Nashville Adventures is deeply engaged with the community and donates 1% of all revenue to veteran-related nonprofits. Learn more at nashvilleadventures.com.
About the Tennessee Hospitality & Tourism Association
The Tennessee Hospitality & Tourism Association (TNHTA), in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development, produces the Governor’s Conference on Hospitality & Tourism each year. The conference brings together representatives from across the state’s travel and tourism industry, including lodging, attractions, restaurants, destination marketing, educational institutions, government agencies, and suppliers.
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