From Outsider to Community Builder: Hal Cato's Lifelong Mission to Strengthen Nashville

03/12/2025 45 min Temporada 2 Episodio 13
From Outsider to Community Builder: Hal Cato's Lifelong Mission to Strengthen Nashville

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Episode Synopsis

Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee CEO Hal Cato opens up about his winding path from real estate to launching Hands-On Nashville, transforming Oasis Center, revitalizing Thistle Farms alongside founder Becca Stevens, and ultimately stepping into one of Nashville's most influential civic roles. Hal shares the lessons he's learned about trust, belonging, and knowing when to stay — and when to walk away. With honesty and heart, he reflects on leading through change, navigating community tensions, and why building a stronger Nashville requires courage, empathy, and all of us working together.  

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