Since last year’s report, NTC has launched its TechIntoNashville initiative to encourage workers from the six leading US tech cities — San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Boston, and Washington, D.C. — to relocate to Nashville as Amazon, Facebook, Oracle, and other industry giants set up shop in the region.

📋 Here are the biggest takeaways from the report:

The number of tech jobs in Middle Tennessee grew by 51% from 2015-2020, outpacing national tech job growth by 32%, statewide tech job growth by 13%, and overall job growth in Middle Tennessee by 41%.
The projected growth rate for tech jobs in Middle Tennessee (2020-2025) is 12%, compared to 8% projected national tech job growth, 10% projected statewide job growth, and 7% projected growth across all occupations in Middle Tennessee.
In 2020, the median compensation for tech jobs in the region was $71,188. This is 76% above the median compensation for all jobs in the region + 17.7% below the national median for tech jobs.
The average number of new monthly job postings across all tech occupations in the region last year was 14,462.
The Computer Systems Design and Related Services industry employed the largest number of tech workers in the region with 7,820 employees + Software Developers and Quality Assurance had the highest demand with an average of 3,762 new unique monthly job postings.

Read the full report for detailed information on job supply and demand, industry diversity, and more.

EVENTS

Today

The Last Waltz | Mon., Nov. 22 | 5:30 + 8 p.m. | Belcourt Theatre, 2102 Belcourt Ave. | $9.50+ | Kick off Thanksgiving week with the Belcourt's annual screening of Martin Scorsese’s concert film "The Last Waltz."
Nashville Predators vs. Anaheim Ducks | Mon., Nov. 22 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $30+ | The team will be back on home ice after a week of away games. 🏒

Tuesday

Mary Lattimore and William Tyler | Tues., Nov. 23 | 8 p.m. | Third Man Records, 623 7th Ave. S. | $16 | The artists will be joined by opening act Walter McClements.
Mission:Possible Turkey Fry Benefit Concert | Tues., Nov. 23 | 6 p.m. | Skydeck, Assembly Hall, 5055 Broadway Pl. | $30+ | Check out a concert featuring Tracy Lawrence, Dustin Lynch, Michael Ray, and Lainey Wilson that benefits the Nashville Rescue Mission.

Wednesday

Three Dog Night | Wed., Nov. 24 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $45+ | The classic rock band is celebrating over 50 years on the road.

Thursday

Nashville Turkey Trot | Thurs., Nov. 25 | 8:30 a.m. | Wave Country-Wave Pool, 2320 2 Rivers Pkwy. | $44.99+ | Run or walk an 8k or 10-mile course. 👟

Friday

Brett Eldredge | Fri., Nov. 26-Sat., Nov. 27 | 8 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $35+ | The artist will perform songs from his new album, “Mr. Christmas,” on the “Glow Live” Tour.
Friday Night Opry | Fri., Nov. 26 | 7 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry | $50+ | Listen to Sierra Ferrell, Darryl Worley, Gary Mule Deer, and Dailey & Vincent.
The Elves and the Shoemaker at Nashville Children's Theatre | Fri., Nov. 26-Sun., Dec. 19 | 25 Middleton St. | $17+ | This heartwarming NCT world premiere is full of magic + creativity, based on a classic Brothers Grimm tale, and perfect for children ages 4+. ✨ Ⓟ

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

46º | Partly cloudy | 10% chance of rain

Development

A two-story commercial building is expected to replace the 12 South building home to 21st Century Christian Publishing Company and Bookstore at 2809 12th Ave. S. The publishing company plans to relocate to 2331 White Ave. in early 2022. (Nashville Post)

Travel

Nashville International Airport will resume nonstop flights to London via British Airways on Thurs., Dec. 9. The transatlantic flight originally launched on May 18, 2018 before ceasing operations for 632 days due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ✈️

Outdoors

Golf courses managed by Metro Parks will operate on a reduced winter schedule through Mar. 8, 2022. Harpeth Hills, Ted Rhodes, and Shelby will be closed on Mondays + McCabe, Percy Warner, and Two Rivers will be closed on Tuesdays. ⛳

Number

$405,000. That’s the average median home price in Nashville right now, up from $250,000 five years ago, according to a study by RE/MAX. 🏠 (Nashville Business Journal)

Arts

Nashville SC has partnered with the Arts & Business Council of Greater Nashville to open a call to artists for the new soccer stadium. Artists have the opportunity to create a mural for the East Concourse or have their work displayed in the Soundwaves Gallery. Learn more + submit your artwork. 🎨

Coronavirus

Gov. Bill Lee announced that he would not extend Tennessee's COVID-19 state of emergency, which officially expired on Friday night. The state of emergency was first instituted on Mar. 12, 2020 + granted the state additional federal funding to combat COVID-19. (WKRN)

Cause

Iroquois Steeplechase recently presented a $115,000 donation to Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt on behalf of the proceeds raised during the 2021 event. Additionally, the Friends of Warner Parks received a $20,000 donation.

Eat

Have your cake and read it, too. Nashville author Anne Byrn released a new recipe book, “A New Take on Cake,” which includes modernized recipes from her 1999 cookbook, “The Cake Mix Doctor.” Learn what inspired the release + score a lemon cake recipe in a story she wrote for The Bitter Southerner. 🍰

Plan Ahead

Monster Jam is returning to Bridgestone Arena on Jan. 29-30 as part of its 30th anniversary tour. The motorsports show features high-flying stunts + head-to-head battles as drivers maneuver 12,000-pound monster trucks around the arena. Tickets are now on sale.

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