Tim Evans
Tim Evans is the Vice President of Economic Development for the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director of the Gainesville-Hall Economic Development Council. He also serves as the staff for the Gainesville & Hall County Development Authority. He is responsible for managing business recruitment, expansions and retention efforts by marketing and representing Gainesville-Hall County to key business decision makers in the United States and internationally. He is also implementing a new retail development initiative for Gainesville-Hall County, Georgia with the support of business leaders, real-estate professionals and elected officials.
Prior to starting his current position, Tim worked with the Georgia Department of Economic Development for 11 years, and was involved in marketing, project management, export assistance and business recruitment for domestic and international markets.
He has earned the designation of Certified Economic Developer from the International Economic Development Council.
Board Activities, Professional and Civic Associations:
• GEDA Development Authority Executives’ Committee – 2007 Chair • Japan America Society – Board of Directors • South Hall Rotary Club • International Economic Development Council • International Council of Shopping Centers • German-American Chamber of Commerce • Swiss American Chamber of Commerce • Korea U.S. Southeast Chamber of Commerce
Tim is a native of Jefferson, Georgia and a graduate of Oglethorpe University with degrees in Economics and Political Studies. He is currently working on his Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia. Tim and his wife, Killian, live North of Lake Lanier near Gainesville, Georgia.
Contact Info
Phone: 770.532.6206
Email: tim@ghcc.com