Tia Williams Nelson

About Tia Williams Nelson

Proven business owner and strategic economic development professional with fifteen years…

Experience

1. Assistant Director of Economic Development

   Manassas Economic Development

   Oct 2023 — Present · Manassas, VA, US

   Bringing over 20 years of experience in grassroots, state, and national-level community and economic development across the private, nonprofit, and public sectors, Tia has a significant influence on business engagement, growth, advocacy, recruitment, tourism, and regional partnership opportunities in the City of Manassas. She’s especially focused on bolstering economic growth and resilience by connecting residents, visitors, and potential businesses to Manassas’ rich history, competitive offerings, and exceptional quality of life.

Education

• University of Virginia

  MA Urban and Environmental Planning (transferred)

  2007 — 2008

• Clemson University

  Bachelor of Science - BS

  2001 — 2005

• Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

  MA

  2008 — 2009

• Bond University

  Study Abroad

  2004 — 2004

Skills

• Newsletters
• Business Development
• Operations Management
• Program Management
• Sales Management
• Budgets
• Strategic Planning
• Social Media
• Public Speaking
• Leadership Development
• Research
• Fundraising
• Marketing Strategy
• Public Relations
• Policy
• Event Planning
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Economic Development
• Time Management
• Marketing
• Entrepreneurship
• Leadership
• Customer Service
• Data Analysis
• Team Building
• Management
• Organizational Development
• Marketing Communications
• Account Management
• Small Business
• Sales
• Event Management
• Training
• New Business Development