History & Staff

Our team has years of combined experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity. We are a supportive member of our community and are a member of the Blount County Chamber of Commerce and the Blount County Wedding Professionals Association. 

Our History

We first began serving families in our Hampton Hall banquet center in 1998. After seeing the need for a larger venue, Smith's opened the Life Event Center banquet hall in 2003. The popularity of these two venues led us to design the outdoor Smithview Pavilion, the largest of the three venues in 2008. All three venues are separate facilities but all are tied to the Smith campus which also includes the Flower Shop, Inc. Maryville's preferred full-service florist and lifestyle boutique. 

Our Valued Staff

  • Lisa Gibson

    Lisa Gibson, President

    Lisag@smithvenues.com

  • Lara Nuchols

    Lara Nuchols, Event Planner

    LaraN@smithvenues.com

  • Sandy Golden

    Sandy Golden, Venue Representative

  • Sheryl Hobbs

    Sheryl Hobbs, Venue Representative

  • Betty Hurst

    Betty Hurst, Hostess & Venue Representative

  • Jerry Hurst

    Jerry Hurst, Venue Representative

  • Alan Fair

    Alan Fair, Venue Representative

  • Melinda Paul

    Melinda Paul, Venue Representative

  • Lauren Going

    Lauren Going, Venue Representative

  • Frances Williamson

    Frances Williamson, Hostess

  • Judy Quinton

    Judy Quinton, Hostess

  • Cathy Shaver

    Cathy Shaver, Hostess

  • Isaiah Caldwell

    Isaiah Caldwell, Event Assistant

"Thank you so much for making everything so easy. We had a beautiful day and we couldn't have done it without the Smithview Pavilion team! You have a beautiful venue and your staff was very helpful and professional."  -  Mona K.