Decision Maker

Paul Young

Memphis City Mayor

Tennessee

Paul Young is a distinguished professional with a diverse background in urban planning, engineering, and business administration. He holds a Master's degree in City and Regional Planning and an MBA from The University of Memphis, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Tennessee. Young has held several influential roles, including President and CEO of the Downtown Memphis Commission, Director of the Division of Housing and Community Development for Memphis City, and Director of Legislative Affairs at Shelby County Government. His career also includes positions as a Legislative Liaison, Administrator at the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning & Development, Financial Analyst at Community Capital Memphis, and Senior Planner at the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development.