Learn about the governor of Tennessee.
The governor’s role is similar to a chief executive officer (CEO) for the state. The governor has many responsibilities such as overseeing state agencies and budgets that provide services for the public, businesses, and other government entities.
Governors appoint department and agency heads to help them carry out their leadership responsibilities and objectives.
A state’s governor is the elected official responsible for the executive branch of government. The executive branch operates separately from judicial (courts) and legislative branches. However, the governor has a major role in legislation and the budget process.