Ann Marie Anderson joined Hall Strategies in 2021 with a special focus on client engagement in statewide media relations and regional communications. During her time at the firm, she has developed and executed complex multi-faceted public relations and capital campaigns for a diverse array of clients in economic development, hospitality, environmental services, health care and innovation.

Prior to joining Hall Strategies, she served as director of communications and community engagement to Tennessee First Lady Maria Lee and communications director at Tennesseans for Student Success. Ann Marie also served as deputy press secretary to former U.S. Senator Bob Corker, and later as a major donor consultant for Kaegi Resources, a Nashville-based fundraising and event management firm.

She is a Cookeville native and graduate of the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga.

Where you’re from: Cookeville, TN

Free time: I’m an instructor at Pure Barre Brentwood. I love all things outdoors, reading, cooking, and my pup, Libby.

How do you give back (volunteer, non-profits?): I volunteer with Second Harvest Food Bank, the Nashville Rescue Mission, Hope Clinic and the Bridge ministry. I also love serving foster kids and families and participating in outdoor beautification/cleanup efforts.

Did you know: I’ve tried out for The Voice (three times).

Favorite thing about (or to do in) Tennessee: I love everything about Tennessee—its natural beauty, its people, the food, the music, the sports, its rich history and culture—all of it.