Scott represents the Education Foundation for Clinton City & Anderson County Schools on the Anderson County Chamber of Commerce Board. The Education Foundation and the Anderson County Chamber of Commerce collaborate throughout the school year to provide support for our public education partner school districts. Scott Bacon is the owner of PIE Consulting in Knoxville.…
Mandy Basal is the Director for Workforce Development, where she oversees the execution of programmatic operations for one of the most compelling and extensive suites of workforce development programs for the Department of Energy and other federal agencies related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). She successfully navigates and manages organizational change, aligning resources…
Anthony has been a committed follower of Jesus for the past 29 years and is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Christian Leadership and Management at Liberty University. Over the last decade, Anthony has served in various pastoral roles—including student pastor, worship pastor, and creative pastor—at different churches, dedicating himself to ministry. He is passionate…
As an Edward Jones financial advisor, I believe it’s important to invest my time to understand what you’re working toward before you invest your money. By working closely with you and your other financial professionals, I can help determine the most appropriate financial strategy for you and your family — one that provides you with…
Ambassador Since: 2023 With 25 years of experience, I am a dedicated professional known for my self-motivation and excellence in customer service. My approach is characterized by reliability, responsiveness, and unwavering trustworthiness. I am deeply committed to serving the community where I do business, ensuring that my efforts positively impact and support local needs. My…
Sally Porter is the Strategic Impact Coordinator for TCAT Knoxville. Sally has over ten years of experience in technical education and workforce development. As an advocate for career and technical education, Sally is passionate about adult learners seeking a new career pathway or upskilling in their current profession. She is a graduate of Western Kentucky…
Nikki Swisher became a resident of Rocky Top in April 2001 after marrying Michael Swisher, a lifelong resident. Together, they have been blessed with three teenage daughters. She is a graduate of Tennessee Technological University, earning a degree in Multidisciplinary Studies for grades 1-8. With a passion for education and community service, Nikki dedicated 25…
Kelly began her banking career in 1991, and while she has had many positions within the bank, the most valuable thing she has learned and continues to remember is the importance of building relationships. She has built a long career on the foundation of treating people respectfully, by being responsive, and by dealing with every…
Amanda Sutton is the Laboratory Manager at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. She has been employed with Covenant Health since 2008. Amand holds a Bachelor’s in Medical Laboratory Science from Lincoln Memorial University. Amanda started her career at Methodist Medical Center as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant, and after graduation in 2013 worked as a…
Kristin Waldschlager has always wanted to help people in her career, and for more than two decades she worked in public and private education as a teacher, curriculum specialist, and principal in Knoxville, TN. In October of 2015, she joined the Communications team at Y-12 National Security Complex, where she continues to demonstrate a passion…