FROM THE MAGAZINE
Most Influential People highlights the leaders, creators, and community builders shaping the Upper Cumberland. This category features the movers and shakers making real impact—through business, service, culture, and the work that pushes the region forward.
Marc deClaire, named one of Cookeville Lifestyle Magazine’s Most Influential People in its 2022 premiere issue, founded the Cookeville Human Fund to provide immediate help to neighbors in crisis.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
Discover how neighbors Mark Van der Bleek and Jim Helton turned a shared love of craft beer into Red Silo, Cookeville’s first tasting room and a cornerstone of the Westside revival.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
Cigi England, featured on the cover of Cookeville Lifestyle Magazine’s premiere edition and named a Most Influential Person, founded The Exceptional Bean to create meaningful employment for people with disabilities.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
Ben Prine, named one of Upper Cumberland Lifestyle’s Most Influential People in its 2022 premiere edition, has transformed Chick-fil-A Cookeville through servant leadership, community service, and generosity.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
Relive the Cookeville Lifestyle Magazine Premiere Edition Launch Party with highlights and photos celebrating local businesses, community leaders, and the official debut event.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
Inspired by faith and community, Cookeville native Ashley Swann founded Food to the Rescue to ensure local children never go hungry. Learn how one calling became a movement.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
Shaquawana Wester is transforming lives through youth programs, mentorship, and community outreach. From public housing to leadership, her story is one of resilience, service, and impact.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
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