EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Board Chair,
Centriworks
Area Business Manager

Jordan Coffey is an Area Business Manager of Centriworks-Thermocopy, which is known as the largest nationally recognized business technology provider in East Tennessee. In a world of fast paced and evolving technology, Jordan places an emphasis on strong customer relationships. Maintaining customer satisfaction and providing advanced solutions to organizations is of the utmost importance to…

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Chamber Board Chair Elect,
Emory Valley Center
Vice President of Professional Services

Ambassador Since 2024 Kristen Otto is the Vice President of Professional Services at Emory Valley Center where she’s been employed since 2013.  A Licensed Practical Nurse, Kristen holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from King University, equipping her with a unique blend of clinical and business expertise. Kristen began her…

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Past Chair,
Clinton City Schools
CFO

Scott Rhea has called Clinton home since 2012. He’s a graduate of: Lincoln Memorial University, with an EDs. in Educational Leadership; The University of Tennessee, Knoxville with a M.S. in Education and The University of North Carolina, Charlotte with a B.S. in Accounting. He’s worked at Clinton City Schools for 9 years as the CFO…

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SL Tennessee, LLC,
Sustainability Manager, Talent Acquisition & Public Relations Specialist

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The UPS
StoreOwner/Operator

Skip founded High Ground Management Corp in 2019 and opened The UPS Store #7264 in Clinton, TN April, 2020. After a career in the Sporting Goods Industry starting in 1984 and ending 2017 Skip spent the last twelve years as Sr Director of Licensed Sales & Sports Marketing with Russell Brands including Russell Athletic, Bike…

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BOARD MEMBERS

Scott Bacon

Education Foundation for Clinton City and Anderson County Schools
President

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.…

ORAU
Director STEM Workforce Development

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…

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Faith Promise - Anderson
Campus Pastor

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…

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Edward Jones Investments
Financial Advisor

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…

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Regions Bank
Branch Manager

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…

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TCAT Knoxville
Strategic Impact Coordinator

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…

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Boys & Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley
Executive Director of Anderson County

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…

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United Community Bank
Branch Manager

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…

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Covenant Health Methodist
Laboratory Manager

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…

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Kristin Waldschlager

Consolidated Nuclear Security (CNS)
Education Outreach Specialist

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…

PCUD Natural Gas
Customer Service Manager

Ambassador Since 2024  Tammy Wilson serves as the Customer Service Manager at Powell Clinch Utility District, where she has been employed for 30 years. A dedicated leader in our community, Tammy is a graduate of both the Anderson County and Campbell County Leadership programs.  In addition to serving as a Chamber Ambassador since 2024, Tammy is actively…

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Stephen Williams

Tennessee Small Business Development Center
Roane State Community College
Director

Stephen has over 40 years of experience in business leadership, operations, financial, and strategic management. He has been a serial entrepreneur for most of his career. Stephen started his industrial manufacturing career in 1986 with a Canadian manufacturing company and purchased the company in 1994. He has held positions of Marketing Director, Chief Operations Officer,…

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EX-OFFICIOS

Terry Frank, Mayor, Anderson County
Larry Gann, Vice Mayor, Clinton
Bailey Whited, City Manager, Norris
Randy Hemann, City Manager, Oak Ridge
Cory Jenkins, City Manager, Oliver Springs
Mike Ellis, City Manager, Rocky Top

Kelly Johnson, Director, Clinton City Schools
Dr. Tim Parrott, Director, Anderson County Schools
Andy Wallace, President, Anderson County Economic Development Assoc.
Stephanie Wells, Director, Adventure Anderson County

STAFF

Rick Meredith

President
Chief Executive Officer

Marsha Stapleton

Chamber Coordinator/
Leadership Anderson County

CONTRACT EMPLOYEES

Brooklynn Bradley – Social Media Coordinator

Kay Brookshire – Media Consultant