The EKBPA meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month. If you are a part of the East Knoxville community, we would love for you to join us!
Welcome to the East Knoxville Business and Professional Association (EKBPA), representing a vibrant community that stretches from I-40 to the river and from Hall of Fame Drive to John Sevier Highway. Home to over 500 businesses and 20,000 residents, East Knoxville boasts rich cultural and recreational spots including the Civic Coliseum, Chilhowee Park, Knoxville Zoo, and the historic Beck Cultural Exchange Center. With notable landmarks like the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame and top-tier facilities such as Williams Creek Golf Course and Holston Hills Country Club, our community thrives on connectivity and engagement.
The East Knoxville Business and Professional Association’s mission is to foster a connection between businesses and organizations for the mutual advancement, growth, and development of East Knoxville. Join other local organizations and businesses in supporting the EKBPA! Working together, we can influence future growth, work towards common business and community goals and make a positive impact on the East Knoxville area.
Meet our 2025 EKBPA Board of Directors
Allison Comer, President (EKBPA)
president@eastknox.org
Kristen Bright, Secretary (EKBPA)
secretary@eastknox.org
Damon Rawls, Treasurer (EKBPA)
finance@eastknox.org
Stella Bridgeman
scholarship@eastknox.org
Bailey Foster
Terrence Carter
Deborah Porter
Kyle Nelson
programs@eastknox.org
Brian Brooks
marketing@eastknox.org
Travis Harris
memberships@eastknox.org
Keira Wyatt
Brittany Parks
Vincent Jones, Jr.
Carly Hammonds
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