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  • Home
  • About the Foundation
  • Founder’s Note
  • Meet the President
  • Board of Directors
  • Impact & Programs
  • Scholarship Tiers
  • Student Spotlight
  • Amazon Needs List
  • Advocacy Alerts
  • Volunteers
  • Community Partners
  • Campaigns
  • Be Part of the Story
  • Contact Us

Board of Directors

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Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors

Our mission is guided by a Board of Directors that blends elite artistic pedigree with high-level corporate and educational leadership. This is not just a governing body; it is a powerhouse of strategic visionaries dedicated to making the transformative power of music a permanent cornerstone of our community.

The Expertise Driving Our Vision

• World-Class Artistry: Our board includes an accomplished composer and musician who honed his craft under the mentorship of world-renowned jazz legends, bringing a profound depth of creative excellence to our strategy.

• Educational Advocacy: We are fueled by the insight of a specialized educator from Knox County Schools, ensuring our programs remain inclusive, impactful, and deeply rooted in student development.

• Operational & Creative Mastery: Our leadership features a high-level Vice President of Logistics alongside a Regional Billing Manager who is also a celebrated entrepreneur—having founded and scaled a successful photography business from the ground up.

• Local Cultural Influence: We benefit from the boots-on-the-ground experience of a prominent Knoxville business owner—the force behind one of the city’s most popular music venues and retail music stores.

Together, these leaders provide the strategic rigor and professional expertise necessary to foster sustainable growth. They are committed to ensuring that the arts remain a vibrant, accessible, and enduring legacy for the next generation.

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Kari Cook, MPS, BSIS, Founder & President

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Scott White, Nurse Practitioner, MSN, MBA, RN, MHFAI-C, PMHNP-C

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Wendell Warner

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Randy Holmes

Donna Klarich, Family Advocate

Charlie Schaub, Treasurer

Darren Downing

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