Senate Joint Resolution 111 confirms the appointment of Dr. Nancy Dishner to the board of directors of the Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation. Appointed by Governor Bill Lee, Dr. Dishner will serve a term that expires on June 30, 2029. She brings a wealth of experience to the position, currently serving as the president and CEO of the Niswonger Foundation. Her previous roles include vice provost for enrollment services and director of the Roan Scholars Leadership Program at East Tennessee State University (ETSU), as well as a tenured professor in the department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis. Dr. Dishner has a strong educational background, holding a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, a master's in supervision and administration, and a doctorate in administration.

The resolution highlights the legal requirement for the governor's appointees to the board to be confirmed by a joint resolution of the General Assembly, as outlined in Tennessee Code Annotated. The confirmation of Dr. Dishner's appointment reflects the General Assembly's support for her qualifications and commitment to the mission of the Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation.