Clifton E. Harris | President & CEO, Urban League of Middle Tennessee

National Urban League Conference Host
Tennessee, July 29-Aug 1, 2026

Clifton E. Harris, President & CEO, Urban League of Middle Tennessee is a transformative civic and nonprofit leader dedicated to empowering communities, advancing workforce equity, and driving inclusive economic development across Middle Tennessee. As President and CEO of the Urban League of Middle Tennessee, he has led a period of unprecedented growth, while increasing annual revenue. A respected voice in both civic and business circles, Clifton serves as an Elder at Strong Tower Bible Church, is a member of the Rotary Club of Nashville, and serves on the Nashville Electric Service (NES) Board of Directors. He is an alumnus of Leadership Nashville and has been named the Nashville Business Journal’s Most Admired CEO for four consecutive years. Clifton holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from St. Augustine’s University.