Members

John Compton (Chair)

John Compton, a 1983 graduate of The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is the former president of PepsiCo and currently a partner with the investment firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice. His term will expire in 2024.

Kara Lawson

Kara Lawson, a 2003 graduate of The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is a basketball television analyst for ESPN and the Washington Wizards. Her term will expire in 2024.

Amy E. Miles

Amy Miles, a 1989 graduate of The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is the former CEO of Regal Entertainment Group. Her term will expire in 2022.

William (Bill) C. Rhodes III

Bill Rhodes, a 1987 graduate of The University of Tennessee at Martin, is the chairman, president and CEO of AutoZone. His term will expire in 2022.

Donnie Smith

Donnie Smith, a 1980 graduate of The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is the former president and CEO of Tyson Foods, Inc. His term will expire in 2024.

Commissioner Jai Templeton

As Commissioner of Agriculture for the State of Tennessee, Commissioner Jai Templeton serves as an ex officio, voting member.

Kim H. White

Kim White, a 1982 graduate of The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, is the president and CEO of River City Company in Chattanooga. Her term will expire in 2022.

T. Lang Wiseman

Lang Wiseman, a 1993 graduate of The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is the founding and managing attorney for Wiseman Bray PLLC. His term will expire in 2022.