The Taylorsville Town Council has announced that Nathan Hester will serve as the next Town Manager. The Town Council voted Wednesday to appoint Mr. Hester as the Town Manager. Hester is slated to begin his duties on August 26.
Hester was selected from a competitive pool of applicants across the region and state. In the end, the Council chose Hester due to a combination of his education, experience, and personal characteristics.
Hester currently serves as the Development Services Director for Bessemer City in Gaston County. His job responsibilities include business recruitment, business retention, and management of all industrial commercial and residential development projects. Hester is also responsible for all city planning functions.
Nathan Hester
Hester’s public service background includes law enforcement, where he was a Sheriff’s Deputy in Cleveland County for six years. Before entering the public sector, Mr. Hester served in the North Carolina Army National Guard for seven years, eventually becoming a Cavalry Scout Sergeant with tours in Iraq and the Sinai Peninsula. He is a graduate of Appalachian State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration.
Mayor George Holleman said about Hester’s selection, “We are impressed with Mr. Hester’s knowledge and experience. With the help of the Western Piedmont Council of Governments, the Council found an outstanding, well-trained, qualified manager with a strong municipal management pedigree. Mr. Hester will be a valuable asset across all town operations and able to accomplish great things for the Town of Taylorsville.”
Hester said, “This town has a rich history and a vibrant community spirit. I look forward to working collaboratively with the Town Council, staff, and residents to build on our strengths and address our challenges. I plan to focus on key areas such as economic development, infrastructure improvements, and fostering transparent and effective governance. Together, we can create a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable future for Taylorsville.”
The Western Piedmont Council of Governments (WPCOG) assisted the Town of Taylorsville with the manager search process. The WPCOG is a regional planning, service, and economic development agency owned by and serves the 28 local governments in Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba counties.