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.

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.