Always There For You
Jerry is a fighter who knows how to build broad, effective coalitions to improve our community. He led efforts to save the Nashville General Hospital, helped secure $10 million dollars to the National Museum of African American Music, and over $300 million dollars in contracts to help minority-owned small businesses.
Jerry L. Maynard, II
Serving The Community
Jerry Maynard is committed to helping improve the lives of those in Nashville. As an entrepreneur and pastor, he has the ambition and intellect to make things happen. He wants to make sure that every American has access to equal opportunities, excellent education, and strong neighborhoods. Jerry has a long history in Nashville and a proven record of getting things done for the people. His primary passion is serving the community and helping to make Nashville an even better place to live.
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Jerry L. Maynard, II is the pastor of Cathedral of Praise, a multicampus megachurch based in Nashville, TN. Since it began in 1966, the church has grown to more than 3,000 active members. Cathedral of Praise is dedicated to meeting the physical and spiritual needs of the community. They have given over $150,000 in scholarships over the past 20 years.
Entrepreneur
As a successful entrepreneur, Jerry Maynard must be able to make wise decisions about how he uses his time. Jerry is responsible for creating Urban Matters LLC, Nashville Voice, and The Maynard Group. Jerry knows process of designing, launching, and running a new business, or taking an existing business in a different direction.
Civic Leader
Jerry Maynard takes personal responsibility and makes the necessary commitment to improving the quality of life in his community. Jerry is a civic leader who works through business, education, government, or other organizations with one thing in common: he is dedicated to creating positive change.
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Jerry Maynard is a community representative and business owner in the Heartland of America. Jerry has experience in solving problems for his community. These are not just problems, but opportunities. He is passionate about business and would be delighted to work with you to find solutions for your business needs in today’s economy.
Proven Track Record
In the last 20 years, the work that Jerry Maynard has gotten done for Nashville and the Black community is second to none. “To be effective for the community, you have to know when to fight, how to unite and never lose focus on getting things done.”
I've worked with Jerry Maynard up close. Jerry fights for what he believes and then works with you to get something done to help people. We worked together to reform city contracting until women and minority-owned businesses had more opportunities across the city. We brought the sounds to North Nashville, and I greatly admire what Jerry did to help save National General Hospital. Jerry has a rare combination. He's a fighter, he's an uniter, and he's a leader.
I have known Jerry since before 2004, when I named him to be the first and only Deputy Chairman of the TN Democratic Party. I called on Jerry because he was and is a stalwart believer and protector of human rights. Jerry has always been and remains loyal, trustworthy, diligent, and dependable.
His approach is fearless and effective. You don't get things done by going along to get along. You must have the courage to stand up to the mayor, the governor, or the CEO. You also need to be able to work with anyone to make something happen for the community. Nashville General and The National Museum for African American Music are great examples of where Jerry's fearless effectiveness got big wins for our community.
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Maynard gives $5,000 & helps raise $80,000 for the National Museum of African American Music on Giving Tuesday!
How to Lead When No One Follows
How to Lead When No One Follows is a rebuke of a failed system of political leadership and an admonishment to the Black community to demand more of its leaders, and more importantly, itself. Jerry Maynard has fought for the Black community as a lawyer, politician, and pastor, and has seen the good and bad of it all. This book is a manifesto invoked by his passion for equality and empowerment.
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Congratulations to our Leader and Jurisdictional Prelate, Bishop Jerry Maynard, General Board Member of the Church Of God In Christ, Inc. #tn4thcogic – Tennessee Fourth Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction (COGIC) Link
So proud to serve as my Father, Bishop Maynard’s Campaign Chairman for the General Board of COGIC! – Jerry L. Maynard, II Link
To the one who led CAMPAIGN MAYNARD with expertise as the CHIEF CAMPAIGN MANAGER YOU, with God, pushed this mission to victory! Never in a million years would I imagine having the opportunity to work with such a compassionate and brilliant leader. An extremely hard worker who is diverse in leadership capacity! I have learned […]
In a pivotal gathering at the Cathedral of Praise on Clarksville Pike, Nashville’s workforce development witnessed a transformative announcement. The Urban League of Middle Tennessee, in collaboration with Nashville State Community College, has strategically forged a partnership to address the workforce shortages and enhance skill proficiency within the Nashville demographic. Supported by a substantial $7.8 […]
This city is second to none. And this stadium will be just as extraordinary. Introducing Nashville’s biggest stage—home to the Tennessee Titans and the world’s biggest performers. Approximately 1.75 million square feet, this stadium will be second to none. You can say goodbye to “nosebleed seats”—they don’t exist here. This stadium offers exceptional views for […]
Get to know Jerry Maynard, president and CEO of The Maynard Group and former councilman.
NASHVILLE, TN — On February 18th, Councilmembers Sharon Hurt and Brandon Taylor will host a Hospitality Job Fair at the Hadley Park Community Center, 1037 28th Avenue North, Nashville. It is open to the public and will take place from 10 am to 2 pm. This push to provide access to job opportunities for local […]
NASHVILLE, TN — Pastors from five Nashville area churches launched the National Faith Initiative at Mr. Zion Baptist Church. The unveiling came during an intimate concert featuring gospel superstars, Richard Smallwood and Yolanda Adams, and was hosted by Dr. Bobby Jones and 92Q’s Connie Denell. The two-hour event also featured performances by the Nashville Super […]
It seemed inevitable. The outbreak of a pandemic in a politically charged America has left many of us grasping for what to believe and who to trust when it comes to medical information. Elected officials and medical experts have been at odds over what steps we should take to stay safe or if we even […]
Residents have noticed that Nashville is growing fast. Businesses are booming in the music city but when it comes to minority and women-owned businesses, Nashville will need some improvement. In fact, the recent release of a city-funded disparity study conducted by Griffin and Strong Law Firm from 2013-2017, shows that Nashville is lacking in the […]
Nashville, TENN – Local community leader and businessman Jerry L Maynard II recently established a scholarship to Tennessee State University (TSU). The Shirley Ann Coates Student Government Association (SGA) Scholarship Fund will be presented to students in need, chosen by the SGA leadership.
MRP Realty has shared the latest renderings of its upcoming River North project; it includes new interior and exterior views of the site as well as visuals of its newest addition – Contour. The developer has also updated its aerial map which now shows Contour vs. the office tower and parking structure. It also removed structures […]
Cypress Real Estate Advisors (CREA) has selected Nashville-based Holladay Ventures as its affordable housing partner for the RiverChase Apartments redevelopment project in the McFerrin Park neighborhood. CREA will sell 2.96 acres of the former RiverChase site to Holladay for the construction of 140 units of affordable housing along Joseph Avenue and Berry Street. The Holladay […]
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – After months of debate, the Metro Council approved a deal for a new Titans stadium early Wednesday morning with a 26 to 12 vote. The final approval from the council means the city can move forward with plans to build a new, enclosed stadium that will sit on Nashville’s East Bank. […]
After months of deliberation and going through the different stages of Nashville’s government, the Nashville Metro Council has approved the $2.1 billion Titans Stadium deal in a final vote, 26-12, early Wednesday morning (April 26). The vote was Metro Council’s third, and allowed citizens to voice their opinions and concerns about the massive, publicly-funded undertaking […]