Chris Koster serves as Senior Director of Development, where he provides leadership and strategic direction in overseeing and advancing citywide land use and real estate development initiatives and prominent public-private development projects in support of the mayor’s priorities. With more than 30 years of experience, he has an extensive background in public affairs and development. Some of his previous roles include Special Assistant for Urban Affairs in the Office of Mayor Bill Purcell and Riverfront Development Director for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville.
Before joining the Mayor’s Office, Chris served as Director of Economic Development for the City of Tustin, California, where he led the city’s efforts to transform a 1,600-acre former military base into a vibrant, urban mixed-use community.
He holds a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Notre Dame and has backpacked across Europe.
Historic Metro Courthouse
1 Public Square
Suite 100, Mayor's Office
Nashville,
TN
37201
