Meet The Urbaanite: Shana Berkeley

Meet Shana Berkeley – She is originally from Atlanta and has now made Nashville home. She is the executive director of a nonprofit directly supporting Nashville neighbors and equipping them to succeed.

Shana Berkeley

Company: Corner to Corner

Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia

Title: Executive Director

How many years have you been in Nashville? 15

Tell us what you are creating in Nashville? I am creating a Nashville that is more equitable for all neighbors to flourish. I am doing so through Script to Screen, a program that teaches kids to fall in love with literacy through making their own movies and the Academy, which helps underestimated entrepreneurs plan, start and grow their own business.

What inspires you? An outfit that has a perfect mix of surprise, intrigue and creativity. That sparks joy for me!

Coffee, lunch, brunch, or happy hour? brunch

Describe Nashville in 3 words ? Celebration, Community and Captivating

Favorite Nashville musician, singer or artist? Anjelica Sheare

What is your favorite Nashville spot you are digging right now? Any Mexican restaurant 🙂

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