Mayor Karal Dean, along with a crowd of tourism and hospitality industry players, was at Bridgestone Arena this morning to announce a new recognition program. The program, known as "Nashville Hitmakers," is designed to honor industry workers who "go above and beyond to provide excellent customer service and ensure an authentic and memorable visitor experience." Making the announcement as part of National Travel and Tourism week, Mayor Dean praised the industry for its efforts in recovery following last year's flood.

Monthly winners will be selected. Each year, during Travel and Tourism week, the monthly winner with the most accolades will receive a prize package including Titans and Predators tickets as well as VIP backstage passes to various events around town.