Members Directory
Looking for a particular service, product, or profession?
Check out our regular members below:
(Want to get listed? Just join us on a regular basis)
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Alex Caver
Alex The Credit Card Guy
865-454-4649
(no website listed)
Credit Card Processning
Alise Whitlock Anderson
Rambl'n Roots Farm
[email protected]
815-603-5987
switchtoamericanmade.com/AliseA
Wellness and Farm Fresh Products
Amy Geer
Gearheads Facility Services and Supplies
[email protected]
865-591-9234
Commercial Cleaning and Cleaning Supplies
Amy Shewmake
Simply Magical Vacations
865-607-6491
Travel Agent
Ashley Gale
Ashley's Lawns and Landscaping
[email protected]
865-679-6560
AshleysLawnsAndLandscaping.com
Lawn Cutting and Landscaping
B:
Braden Hicks
Braden Hicks Personal Trainer
[email protected]
865-809-9839
(no website listed)
Personal Trainer
C:
Charles Stallings
Wallace Commercial
865-690-1111
Commercial Real Estate
Cindy Kangas
Scruffy City Bartending Services
865-443-7432
(No website listed)
Bartending
Dr. Colin Hickey
Haven Chiropractic and Wellness
865-675-2663
www.havenchiropracticandwellness.com
Chiropractor
D:
Dano Deck
Dano Deck and Associates
865-771-1226
Investment Adviser
Darius Harper
Real Property Management - Marble City
865-265-0535
Property Management
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Ivy Carver
Ivy's Car Detailing
(no email listed)
865-242-4564
(no website listed)
Auto Detailing
J:
Jeff Helie
Monster Tree Service
[email protected]
865-686-9722
MonsterTreeService.com/Knoxville
Tree Service
Joey Ruffalo
The Prosperity Lounge
(no email listed)
(no phone listed)
Podcaster
John Geer
Geerheads Facility Services and Supplies
[email protected]
865-255-6965
Commercial Cleaning and supplies
John Stafford
Technology Resources
865-705-7823
(website not listed)
Technology Resources
Joe Cox
Friendly Neighborhood Plumber
[email protected]
865-443-7617
friendlyneighborhoodplumber.com
Plumbing
Joe Shaughnessy
Hilltop Pressure Washing of Knox
865-685-9370
Pressure Washing
Jacob Dowalter
Clean & Clear Volunteer
865-209-4655
(no website listed)
Pressure Washing
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Mackenzie Snoddy
Mack Truck Moving
(no email listed)
865-323-1669
(no website listed)
Mover
Melissa Osborne
Rocky Top Vitality
865-902-2456
Welness and Health
Michelle Armstrong
Coast 2 Coast Mortgage Lending
425-418-4015
www.coast2coastmortgage.com/michelle-armstrong
Motgages
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Nick Gavrilov
Nutrition Coach
(no email listed)
360-510-3179
(no email listed)
Nutrition Coach
Nick Freeman
Knox Garage Door Service
865-297-3023
Garage Door Service
P:
PJ Dieffenbach
The Web Mavericks
888-840-5665
Web Design, Social Media and AI Marketing
Paul Armstrong
Coast 2 Coast Mortgage Lending
425-418-8414
www.coast2coastmortgage.com/paul-armstrong
Mortgages
R:
Ralph Grubb
Affordable insurance Solutions
865-248-8172
(no website listed)
Senior Benefits
Richard K. Johnson
R.K.Johnson & Associates, LLC
860-573-2377
Printing
Richard "Red" Jones
Third Door Insurance
901-277-5438
Insurance
Roberta Hurd-Barnes
Senegence
(no email listed)
865-548-0856
Senegence.com (Distributor #784702)
Wellness Products
S:
Samantha Northup
New York Life Insurance Company
865-236-8807
(no website listed)
Life Insurance
Sherry Kohlbacher
Sherry's German Street Food
865-621-1844
Food Truck
Dr. Stacey Craig
Angel Care Health and Wellness
(no email listed)
888-654-5421
angelcarehealthandwellness.com
Health and Wellness
Stephen Troehler
Granite Garage Floors
865-248-3142
Garage Floors
Stephen McCoig
Northwestern Mutual
865-617-8263
Financial Services
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Walt Montgomery
Highland Design
865-368-3575
Screen Printing
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FAQS
Where do you meet?
Currently we meet every normal (not a holiday) Wednesday, 9:30am - 11am, at Karns Community Club Youth Center, 6616 Beaver Ridge Rd, Knoxville, TN 37931
Is there any costs or signup needed?
No fees, No dues, No Attendance requirements and we welcome everyone!
What are the other meeting times and locations?
Small Business Matters Monday edition, meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday at 9:30am at Rocky Top HVAC, 7327 Oak Ridge Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37931.
Business Owners roundtable. We discuss open issues affecting other business owners.
Business and the Word is our newest group, that is scheduled to start meeting on the 1st Monday 9:30am at Rocky Top HVAC, 7327 Oak Ridge Hwy, Knoxville, TN and 3rd Monday, 9:30am at The Casual Pint Northshore, 2045 Thunderhead Rd, Knoxville, TN
This group will be able to openly discuss our faith and how we apply it to our businesses. Open to everyone.
What makes Small Business Matters different from other networking groups?
Small Business Matters isn’t just about handing out business cards — it’s about building real relationships.
Each meeting is designed to go deeper, with guided questions that help members connect on both a business and personal level. This creates stronger referrals, better partnerships, and a more supportive community.
Is this group really free to attend?
Yes — our weekly Wednesday meetings are completely free to attend.
We believe every small business owner should have access to networking and growth opportunities without barriers.
Do I have to be a member to attend?
No membership is required to visit. We are a no dues, no attendance, no restrictions group.
What types of businesses attend?
We welcome a wide range of local businesses — from solo entrepreneurs and startups to established companies.
Common attendees include:
- Service providers (contractors, cleaners, IT, etc.)
- Health & wellness professionals
- Coaches and consultants
- Retail and e-commerce businesses
- Marketing and creative professionals
How often does Small Business Matters meet?
We meet every Wednesday from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Karns Youth Center.
We also host additional events like roundtables, social meetups, and special networking events throughout the month.
What happens at a typical meeting?
Each meeting includes:
Open networking
Introductions from attendees
Two guided questions (one business-focused, one personal)
Opportunities to share your business and build connections
It’s structured enough to be productive, but relaxed enough to feel natural.
Can I promote my business at the meetings?
Absolutely — that’s part of the experience.
You’ll have opportunities to introduce your business, share what you do, and connect with people who may need your services.
Is this like a leads group or referral group?
Not exactly.
While referrals absolutely happen, Small Business Matters focuses first on relationships.
The belief is simple: strong relationships lead to better, more natural referrals.
Who runs Small Business Matters?
Small Business Matters is organized by local business leaders who are passionate about helping other businesses grow, connect, and succeed in the community. The current leadership includes John Geer and Jacob Miller.
Where are you located?
We meet in person at the Karns Youth Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, and host additional events at various locations around the area.
What should I bring to my first meeting?
Bring:
- Business cards (if you have them)
- A short introduction of your business
- An open mindset to connect and engage
That’s it — no pressure, no pitch-perfect speech required.
How do I get the most value out of attending?
Show up consistently and focus on building relationships, not just selling.
The more people get to know and trust you, the more opportunities will naturally come your way.
