Tripp has been with Smokey Mountain Funding since its inception in 2000. Tripp is a North Carolina native and a graduate of N.C State University. He has 8 years of leasing experience and is currently working on his CLP certification. Tripp became President of Smokey Mountain Funding in December of 2004 and runs the day-to-day operations of the leasing company. Outside of sales he focuses his time and energy in creating and maintaining the vision and direction of Smokey Mountain Funding. Tripp’s hobbies are hiking, fishing, running, and playing golf.

Phyllis has been with Smokey Mountain Funding for over 7 years. She is responsible for our documentation and funding department. Phyllis has a strong customer service background. Phyllis is married and has 4 children. Her family relocated to Hendersonville in 1996 after her husband completed 20 years of honorable service in the United States Marine Corps.
Phyllis enjoys reading, needlework and crafts of all kinds.

Doris has been with Smokey Mountain Funding for almost four years. Her responsibilities include: Overseeing the Titling Department, documentation, funding, and accounting. Doris is a native of Hendersonville, NC. She is married and has two sons.
Doris enjoys reading, needlepoint and baking.

Ashley joined Smokey Mountain Funding in August of 2007. In addition to general office duties, she is responsible for processing the credit applications.

Ashley's interests include horseback riding, traveling, and doing therapy dog work and agility training with her Maltese.

Joe joined Smokey Mountain Funding in September 2004. He is responsible for all hardware, software and network issues at Smokey Mountain. Joe also directs any marketing campaigns and promotional pieces.

Joe enjoys fishing, hiking, and pretty much anything outdoors.

Bert joined Smokey Mountain Funding in December 2003. He specializes in dirt-moving and construction equipment, vocational trucks, and industrial equipment. He is a graduate of Auburn University with a degree in Industrial Engineering and has held positions in engineering, sales, and marketing with GE, Philips, and Alliance-Carolina. Bert enjoys developing long-term relationships with his vendors and customers by going the extra mile to earn their business.

Joe has been with Smokey Mountain Funding since June 2005. Joe’s educational background was business based at the University of South Carolina. Joe was a successful manager for Marriott Hotels and Brinker Corporation for 15 years, and then prospered in Sales in the Automotive Industry and Food Distribution Industry for another 10 years. Joe is eager to help provide financing for any commercial need.

Blair joined Smokey Mountain Funding, Inc. in April of 2008. He is a native of Hendersonville, NC and graduated from East Carolina University. With a background in Financial Sales as well as the Restaurant Industry, Blair is well equipped and excited to help you finance all of your commercial needs.