About
Qualified. Local. Ready to serve.
Cooper Wood is seeking appointment as City Manager of Nashville, Georgia. He holds associate degrees in Business Administration and Computer Science from Georgia Military College, and served on the Georgia Department of Education Advisory Board, advocating for young people and working with partners on education, mental health, and community involvement.
That work reinforced a simple belief: good public service listens first, then delivers practical results residents can count on.
Experience
Background in public service
Advisory Board Member
September 2023 – August 2024
Advocated for youth-related issues and represented young people in decision-making processes. Collaborated with partners across the state to advance positive change in education, mental health, and community involvement.
Education
Georgia Military College
Associate Degree in Business Administration
January 2025 – May 2026
Completed an associate degree focused on business fundamentals, management, and organizational decision-making.
Associate Degree in Computer Science
January 2025 – May 2026
Completed an associate degree focused on computing fundamentals, problem-solving, and technology skills applicable to modern public administration.
A personal note: Nashville is home. Professional city management should feel approachable, accountable, and grounded in the people who live here every day.