Amplify Nashville 2026
April 16, 2026 at Marathon Music Works
Join us to celebrate the immigrants who help our city flourish!
Amplify Nashville highlights immigrants who have made significant contributions to Nashville, as well as individuals born in the United States who have championed the international community in Nashville.
Amplify Nashville
DATE: Thursday, April 16, 2026
LOCATION:
Marathon Music Works
1402 Clinton Street
Nashville, TN 37203
COCKTAIL HOUR: 6:30 PM
PROGRAM: 7:30 – 9:00 PM
2026 HONOREES
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
IN-KIND SPONSORS
Amplify Awards & Giftings
Hall Strategies
Lipman Brothers
Morgan Visual Productions
River Media
2026 Amplifiers
Gary and Allena Bell
Michael and Lisa Berry
Jake and Katy Brewer
Jase and Anna Chandler
Church of the Redeemer
Brooke Cibulski
George and Natalie Clements
Michael and Suzanne Draper
Shon and Daniel Dwyer
Imaan Ferdowsi and MRCO
Mark and Pam Lamp
Leadership Nashville Class of 2026
Buz Martin
Brent and Morgan McDonald
Rahwa Mehari
Elaine Pearson and Cindy Judge
Katie Richards
Brent and Melinda Snader
Tara Tenorio and Eric Cook
John and Maggie Tarpley
Eric Thrailkill
David and Jule West
Morgan and Heather Wills
BECOME AN AMPLIFIER
An Amplifier is someone who resonates with the spirit of Amplify Nashville and commits to support the event financially.
As an Amplifier, you will join a community that desires to celebrate immigrants who help our city flourish. You will also receive a table for eight at the event and your name will be listed on the Amplify website.
ABOUT AMPLIFY NASHVILLE
JOIN SILOAM HEALTH AS WE CELEBRATE THE IMMIGRANTS WHO HELP OUR CITY FLOURISH.
Amplify Nashville highlights immigrants who have made significant contributions to Nashville, as well as individuals born in the United States who have championed the international community in Nashville.
For more than 30 years, Siloam Health has had a front-row seat to the contributions that immigrants and refugees bring to our city. Now entering its seventh year, Amplify Nashville highlights some of these extraordinary individuals and the entrepreneurial innovation, cultural diversity, and vibrant spirit they bring to their adopted home. We hope you’ll join us to celebrate the immigrants who help our city flourish.
ABOUT OUR HONOREE CATEGORIES
COMMUNITY CATALYST:
As Nashville continues to grow, immigrants and refugees stand out as powerful advocates for change. Often drawing from their own experiences, Community Catalysts advocate for a better Nashville for all, inspiring both their fellow immigrants and longtime Nashvillians to come together, dream big, and be positive forces for good in our community and our city.
CULTURE SHAPER:
In a city best known for country music, Amplify Nashville celebrates the individuals who transform our community through action and their own journey as immigrants and refugees. Culture Shapers bring diversity and richness to Nashville, blazing new trails in their respective fields and broadening our cultural horizons.
GOOD NEIGHBOR:
Whether it’s through civic leadership, entrepreneurial endeavors, or even small acts of kindness, Amplify Nashville is proud to honor immigrants who are committed to improving the quality of life in their community. Good Neighbors make a lasting impact in Nashville by going the extra mile for others and giving back to their adopted home.
BRIDGE BUILDER:
Along with our exceptional immigrant honorees, Amplify Nashville also celebrates U.S.-born individuals who have helped our city take great strides in support of immigrants and refugees. Bridge Builders often stand in the gap, empowering immigrants and native Nashvillians to work alongside one another to build a better Nashville for all who call our city home.
PAST HONOREES
2024 HONOREES
FARZIN FERDOWSI
2024 Culture Shaper
MARLEN SANTANA PEREZ
2024 Good Neighbor
NASHVILLE SOCCER CLUB
2024 Bridge Builder
2023 HONOREES
MANUEL CUEVAS
2023 Culture Shaper
LI WEAVER
2023 Community Catalyst
DAREN DICKSON
2023 Bridge Builder
TODD DICKSON
2023 Bridge Builder
2022 HONOREES
MINA JOHNSON
2022 Good Neighbor
GEORGE HANNA
2022 Community Catalyst
CORDIA HARRINGTON
2022 Bridge Builder Presented by Belmont University
ALEX JAHANGIR
2022 Culture Shaper
2019 HONOREES
Mohamed-Shukri Hassan
2019 Good Neighbor
Renata Soto
2019 Community Catalyst
Mayor Karl Dean
2019 Bridge Builder
2018 HONOREES
Jose Luis Ayala
2018 Good Neighbor
Jen-Jen Lin
2018 Culture Shaper
Getahn Ward
2018 Community Catalyst
Michael Spalding
2018 Bridge Builder
2017 HONOREES
Kasar Abdulla
2017 Community Catalyst
Fabian Bedne
2017 Good Neighbor
Cano & Esen Ozgener
2017 Culture Shapers
Belmont University & President Bob Fisher
2017 Bridge Builder
FAQ
BEFORE THE EVENT
WHEN IS AMPLIFY NASHVILLE?
Siloam Health is excited to announce Amplify Nashville will be held on the evening of April 16, 2026, at 6:30 PM.
WHERE IS AMPLIFY NASHVILLE?
The venue for Amplify Nashville 2026 is Marathan Music Works.
1402 Clinton St.
Nashville, TN 37203
WHO DOES AMPLIFY NASHVILLE HONOR?
Amplify Nashville honors immigrants and refugees who help our city flourish, as well as individuals born in the United States making great strides on behalf of the international community in Nashville.
IS AMPLIFY NASHVILLE A DINNER EVENT?
No. Heavy appetizers and drinks will be served during cocktail hour.
DO I NEED TO BUY TICKETS BEFORE I ARRIVE?
Yes! Tickets can be purchased here – Amplify Nashville 2026 Tickets
ARE THERE PHYSICAL TICKETS?
No, there are no physical tickets. As you register, your name will be added to the guest list. Please check in at the registration table upon arrival to Marathon Music Works.
IS MY TICKET TAX DEDUCTIBLE?
Yes! Individual tickets are tax-deductible at $30 and full tables at $240. Amplifier contributions are tax-deductible at $1140.
WHO WILL RECEIVE FUNDS RAISED AT AMPLIFY NASHVILLE?
Funds raised during Amplify Nashville will support Siloam Health and our many programs designed to provide whole-person health care for the medically vulnerable in Nashville. From our primary care clinic to community health outreach, your support is what keeps us serving!
DOES AMPLIFY NASHVILLE HONOR ONLY SILOAM PATIENTS?
No. While some of the honorees may have a connection to Siloam, our goal is to honor those who are making a difference in the greater Nashville community.
AT THE EVENT
WHERE SHOULD I PARK?
Parking information is free for attendees. Siloam Volunteers will direct you where to park.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
There is no set attire for Amplify Nashville, but we recommend casual cocktail. No matter what, we know you’ll look great!
WHO SHOULD I BRING?
Everyone! Invite all your friends and buy them a ticket!
WILL TICKETS BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR?
Yes! Tickets will be available at the door for purchase via QR code.