June 2025 Employee of the Month Paul Harris

This month’s Employee of the Month has been employed with the Town since 2021 as a part time Event Coordinator and Visitor Center Host. Paul Harris is a person we all know, and he represents the Town so well thru his work at events and at the Visitors Center. Paul was nominated by his supervisor and two of his co-workers added to the nomination which demonstrates Paul’s commitment to not only the visitors of the Town but to his co-workers and everyone he engages with on behalf of the Town of Jonesborough. Some of the accolades that demonstrated Paul’s qualities for this award include:

• Performs his duties flawlessly; he exudes a level of hospitality that leaves lasting impressions on both visitors and residents.
• He is one of Jonesborough’s most enthusiastic advocates, embodying the essence of what makes our Town special.
• He has a personal social media account where he shares updates about his adventures and activities in Jonesborough.
• Always ready and willing to help whether it’s an employee or visitor in need; Paul can always be counted on.
• When I think of Jonesborough, I think of Paul and how much his actions have helped the Town grow.
• He ALWAYS has a positive attitude and never fails to put a smile on a visitor’s face.
• He brings an upbeat attitude, is extremely kind, absolutely hilarious and someone you want on your team.

Paul recently listened to a visitor with a difficult situation, and he recommended several businesses that might be hiring. She shared his attitude and help was the motivation she needed and ultimately lead her to secure a job in downtown Jonesborough. Recently Paul was awarded the Northeast Tennessee’s Frontline Employee of the Year at the Tourism Pinnacle Awards on May 28th.

Thank you, Paul! You are appreciated!