
Leadership Committee
ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL WAYS TO GIVE IS THE GIVING OF YOURSELF
Serve
Assist in the planning and development of Hope Gala, acting as a leading force to save lives, celebrate lives and lead the fight for a world without cancer.
Share
Through social media and in-person communication, enhance community knowledge of ground-breaking accomplishments made by the American Cancer Society.
Inspire
Utilize personal network to mobilize participation in Hope Gala. Encourage the Knoxville community to get involved through one of the gala's means of giving.
Celebrate
Mark your calendar and attend all Hope Gala related events: Sporting Clays Tournament, Drop-In Happy Hours, VIP Dinner & Main Event.

Christy & Teddy Phillips
2022 Co-Chairs

John & Kelly Elliott
2021 Co-Chairs

Connie French
Senior Chair Advisor

Erin Wakefield
Senior Chair Advisor

Drs. Mark & Meredith Overholt
Senior Chair Advisors

Cindi Compton
Live Auction Chair

Tricia Kilgore
Silent Auction Chair

Cindi DeBusk
Tribute Garden Chair

Chris Cameron
Sporting Clays Chair

Olivia Walker
Spirits of Hope Chair

Darby Campbell
Planning Committee

Gay Lyons
Planning Committee

Tess Anderson
Planning Commttee
"We can't think of a better way to spend our time and money than the American Cancer Society. Cancer touches all of us. If you can do anything, the ripple effect is great."
- John & Kelly Elliott, Elliott's Boots & Shoes