NASHVILLE

Hello! Nashville Destination Management

The epicenter of music in the South, Nashville’s calendar of events is always full. With hundreds of live music venues, there are incredible concerts happening every day and night of the year. Local, regional, and national musicians perform on almost every stage in the city. Not a country music fan? No worries! There are plenty of rock, blues, Christian, and pop acts big and small here, too. 

Nashville’s dining scene is exploding thanks to a combination of chef-driven restaurants and classic dining spots. From flavorful barbecue and craft breweries to homemade comfort food, bourbon, and sweet tea, Nashville captures the taste of the South with an urban twist that locals love.

As Nashville continues to grow, so does its street art scene. Local and international artists are adding to Music City’s cultural fabric daily with Insta-worthy art that can be found on the sides of restaurants, shops, garage doors, water tanks, and even old silos. Leiper’s Fork is a find for antique collectors and art lovers, and be sure to stop by Reese Witherspoon’s favorite brand, Draper James. Or hang out in a unique coffee shop that isn’t Starbucks.

So, ya’ll ready to kick up your heels and have some fun in Music City? Just say Hello!.

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MUSIC CITY

Music City, Athens of the South, Nashvegas—Nashville has many nicknames, it’s constantly evolving, and always energetic.

HERITAGE

Today’s Southern hipster-haven has quite the heritage, from the Parthenon replica to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Music Row and more.

HOSPITALITY

With a small-town feel, there’s a level of hospitality in Nashville that doesn’t exist anywhere else in the country. It’s the perfect blend of Southern charm and Midwest manners.

AIRPORT

Nashville International Airport (BNA)

Rachel Rypel
General Manager
Hello! Nashville
Hello! Nashville Destination Management
2416 21st Ave S
Suite 303
Nashville, TN 37212
Phone:  615.486.3400
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GET TO KNOW ME

Rachel Rypel’s career has been shaped by the exceptional experiences she’s created for clients, teams, and communities. Now she brings nearly 20 years of leadership expertise to the Hello! Nashville office. Rachel’s hospitality journey began at Topgolf Omaha, where she opened the venue. Later, she led the Topgolf Nashville sales team by developing growth strategies, mentoring high-performers, and overseeing event sales for one of the brand’s top-performing locations. Rachel also played a key role in promoting The Cowan, Topgolf’s sole concert venue. Rachel’s earlier work with YMCA associations nationwide sharpened her expertise in fiscal management, community engagement, and cross-functional leadership, foundations she continues to build today. Born from a passion for connection and excellence, Rachel’s approach is rooted in collaboration, accountability, and creating memorable moments. She holds a B.A. in Business Administration from King University and is a Tennessee native living in Nashville with her husband, John, and two children.

TESTIMONIALS

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY IN NASHVILLE

“Hello! Nashville has been amazing to work with! Their creativity and ability to think outside the box is the reason I have selected them year after year when it comes to planning our parties and events. Their entire team is fantastic to work with from start to finish. They are always responsive and timely in getting bids, proposals, and answers to any questions asked."
Software and Business Management Systems Company
“[Hello! Nashville] were all ROCKSTARS who made a huge impact on the success of my event!!!! From my first conversation…to our onsite visit meeting the entire team, to the planning of each and every detail…and finally the execution of it all I was BLOWN AWAY…At the pre-visit meeting, I told [them] that I wanted them to make me look good and that they did!!!!"
Healthcare System Holding Company
“You made my event a blast! All the attendees had a great time. Also, you made my life a breeze. From the very beginning planning stages, this year was the least amount of stress in the 11 years of planning. Because of you, I was able to enjoy my own event for the first time! THANK YOU!!!”
Education Programs Provider
"Their creative team listens and crafts our vision while enhancing that vision to be above and beyond what we could ever expect. On-site, the production team is always a joy to work with and very professional. I have every confidence in the Nashville team, which is ultimately why we continue and will continue to work with them on our events!”
Software and Business Management Systems Company
“Great working with the team…We utilize DMCs from time to time in cities with which we are unfamiliar…The overall service was great.”
Independent Pharmacy Network
“Exceptional service. My go-to for all corporate transportation needs. I would and have recommended to other groups internally and externally.”
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