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Board of Directors 2025
2025 LeadershipPatrick Welsh
Associate Vice President Heritage Realty, OwnerPatrick is the principal broker and owner of Heritage Realty, a local firm focused on brokerage and property management in the Greater Knoxville Ar...Kelsey Hartsook
Ambassador Blount County Bumble Bee Blinds of Knoxville, General Manager/OwnerI have been in the financial industry for over 12 years. Moving my way from general accounting to operations. I have loved every bit of it! I have ...John Cook
Ambassador Loudon County Cook Bros. Homes, PresidentJohn coordinates all aspects of how Cook Bros. Homes functions. He facilitates a culture of continuous improvement and growth, while developing r...Bennett Monroe
2025-2026 Associate Director Dealers WarehouseMy name is Bennett Monroe, a dedicated DuPont Tyvek Specialist based in Knoxville, TN, proudly contributing my expertise to Dealers Warehouse Cor...Daniel Mitchell
Ambassador Blount County Eagle CDI Inc., PresidentDan Mitchell is a long standing member of the National Home Builders Association.Dan attends the yearly International Builders Show where the lat...Amanda Holman
2025-2026 Associate Director Amanda Holman - NMLS 1585839 - Movement Mortgage, Loan OfficerAlan Van Why
Ambassador Roane County Noble Knights Construction Services, Inc.Alan A. VanWhy Jr. President/Founder, originally studied architecture in high school in Pennsylvania. Alan pursued his dreams by attending the numb...Jason Estes
2025-2026 Builder Director / Ambassador Grainger County Upland South Construction, General ContractorBecky Snyder
President
Loomis Construction
Lisa Smith
Vice President
Ferguson Enterprises, Builder Outside Sales
Kyle Ward
Secretary / Treasurer
Ward Pasko Construction LLC, CEO/Owner
Patrick Welsh
Associate Vice President
Heritage Realty, Owner
Patrick is the principal broker and owner of Heritage Realty, a local firm focused on brokerage and property management in the Greater Knoxville Area. A graduate of The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Patrick started in real estate in 2000 acquiring sites for cell tower companies throughout Tennessee. In 2002, he moved over to real estate sales where he worked for several local franchises before founding Heritage Realty in 2015. Patrick also serves on the Parade of Homes Committee (2022-2023), HBAGK Board of Directors (2022-2023) and HBAT Associate Director (2023).
Josh Sanderson
Immediate Past President
Smithbilt, LLC
Brent Knox
2025-2026 Builder Director
Blue Mallard Homes , President
Kelsey Hartsook
Ambassador Blount County
Bumble Bee Blinds of Knoxville, General Manager/Owner
I have been in the financial industry for over 12 years. Moving my way from general accounting to operations. I have loved every bit of it! I have always wanted to own my own business. My passions are centered around process improvement and Leadership, with leadership taking the #1 spot. Owning my own business means I get to set a positive culture of growth for all those in my charge- from employee to client and I could not be more excited.
John Cook
Ambassador Loudon County
Cook Bros. Homes, President
John coordinates all aspects of how Cook Bros. Homes functions. He facilitates a culture of continuous improvement and growth, while developing referral partner relationships that benefit both our clients and the company. . His insight into the building process allows him to identify potential problems before they are developed, and to see a 360-degree view of a new home. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife Ashley and daughter Olivia, lifting weights, and riding his Harley Davidson. He enjoys boating, and football - especially UT (Go Vols!) and the Chicago Bears (da' Bears!).
Bennett Monroe
2025-2026 Associate Director
Dealers Warehouse
My name is Bennett Monroe, a dedicated DuPont Tyvek Specialist based in Knoxville, TN, proudly contributing my expertise to Dealers Warehouse Corporation for the past year. With a focus on weatherization and comprehensive building envelope solutions, I bring critical thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure optimal performance in weather resistive barriers, flashing products, and general water holdout. As a specialist, my role revolves around providing innovative and effective weatherization solutions. I specialize in assessing and implementing weather resistive barriers, flashing products, and water holdout strategies.
Daniel Mitchell
Ambassador Blount County
Eagle CDI Inc., President
Dan Mitchell is a long standing member of the National Home Builders Association. Dan attends the yearly International Builders Show where the latest and most innovative products are displayed. Dan continues to work with local and county building officials relating to new codes and compliances. He also works with local youth groups and vocational training facilities regarding job placement within the construction industry. He attends Log and Timber Home Shows throughout the country teaching builders and consumers about the log and timber industry. Mr. Mitchell is passionate about his work, and remains dedicated and committed to the industry. He truly stands by his company’s motto “Quality without Compromise.”
Matt McAndrews
2024-2025 Builder Director
MMC Construction, Inc., President
Amanda Holman
2025-2026 Associate Director
Amanda Holman - NMLS 1585839 - Movement Mortgage, Loan Officer
Alan Van Why
Ambassador Roane County
Noble Knights Construction Services, Inc.
Alan A. VanWhy Jr.
President/Founder, originally studied architecture in high school in Pennsylvania. Alan pursued his dreams by attending the number 3 architecture school in the country. Alan graduated from the University of Tennessee Knoxville, School of Architecture in 2000.
Alan fell in love with residential architecture and construction. He excels at interacting with clients throughout the design & construction process to achieve quality results on a budget. Alan is a State of Tennessee Licensed General Contractor since 2004. NKCS Inc. was formed in 2004 to provide clients with a stress free design and construction experience they will not find with other contractors.Cris'de Cannon
2024-2025 Associate Director
ORNL Federal Credit Union, AVP Mortgage Lending
Chester Richardson
2025-2026 Builder Director
Richardson Construction
Jace Pennington
Ambassador Knox County
Rocky Top Restrooms, Owner
Brian Mohney
2024-2025 Builder Director
Saddlebrook Properties, LLC
Liza Jackson
2024-2025 Builder Director
Southeastern Construction Concepts Corporation, Owner
Michael Robertson
2024-2025 Associate Director
U.S. Bank, Mortgage Loan Originator - NMLS #238548
Jason Estes
2025-2026 Builder Director / Ambassador Grainger County
Upland South Construction, General Contractor
Serguei Emelkin
2024-2025 Associate Director
Vavia Dumpster Rental, President
Chris Knight
Ambassador Loudon County
William Knight Insurance Agency, Inc.
Justin Knight
2025-2026 Associate Director
William Knight Insurance Agency, Inc.
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