Board of Directors
Chapter President
David Olds
CADRE5
Whether he’s spending time with his family and dogs or diving into a new project, David brings energy and dedication to everything he does. He’s passionate about connecting members and introducing fresh ideas to the region, always looking for ways to foster growth and collaboration. Believing that success comes through hard work, he’s always ready to roll up his sleeves and make things happen.
Let's Connect on LinkedIn! David Olds | LinkedIn
VP of Operations
Anneliese Mondorf
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE, KNOXVILLE
Anneliese brings a team-oriented approach and a good sense of humor to her role at ETPMI. Passionate about elevating the project management profession in East Tennessee, she is committed to enhancing career development, networking, and certification opportunities for members. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and taking nature walks with her dogs. With a focus on “Confidence through Competence—setting an intention to build skills and improve every day,” she strives to foster a supportive community where members can grow and make a meaningful impact.
Let's Connect on LinkedIn! Anneliese Mondorf | LinkedIn
Director of Finance
Bruce Watson
ACCORD FEDERAL SERVICES
Driven and knowledgeable, Bruce is known for his intensity and dedication and always approaching tasks with focus and commitment. His true goal is to empower his team to think independently, develop their skills, and even learn how to replace him. Outside of work, he enjoys staying active through biking, working out, and tending to his garden. With years of project management experience under his belt, he knows firsthand how PMI can provide members with the training and structure they need.
Let's connect on LinkedIn! Bruce Watson | LinkedIn
VP Marketing
Iwona Montgomery
CNX CORPORATION
Iwona, brings responsiveness, energy, and problem-solving skills to her role. When she’s not hiking with her husband and their dog or experimenting in the kitchen, she’s busy planning her next adventure or discovering new restaurants. Passionate about connecting members and companies with the resources they need to reach their full potential, she is also committed to giving back to the community by fostering partnerships that benefit both businesses and individuals. Believing that “The possibilities are numerous once we decide to act and not react,” she’s all about driving success through action.
Let's connect on LinkedIn! Iwona Montgomery | Linkedin
Director Marketing
John Copelan
John is known for his honesty, integrity, and commitment to helping others grow professionally. He brings a transparent, people-focused approach to his work, always seeking ways to support both individual and team development.
Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, especially cookouts and evenings around the fire, as well as exploring the outdoors through hiking and kayaking. His faith and focus on personal growth play an important role in both his personal and professional life.
At ETPMI, John is passionate about growing the chapter’s visibility and engagement through marketing and social media, helping connect members with valuable opportunities and resources. He enjoys sharing ideas, telling the chapter’s story, and creating ways for members to stay informed and involved. Guided by the belief that “An impossibility is merely a possibility not yet understood,” he approaches challenges with curiosity, determination, and a mindset of continuous learning.
Let's connect on LinkedIn! John Copelan | LinkedIn
VP Information Technology (IT) & Communications
Gautam Bhatia
PILOT COMPANY
Gautam is a professional dedicated to making a positive impact, both at work and within his community. As a board member of ETPMI, he is committed to delivering value to members by sharing the latest insights and best practices in project management. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and exploring the outdoors with his newly adopted dog. Guided by his personal motto, “To leave things in a better place than I found it,” he brings a thoughtful and improvement-focused approach to all he does.
Let's Connect on LinkedIn! Gautam Bhatia | LinkedIn
Director of Corporate Outreach
Ivy Estes
PILOT FLYING J
Ivy is an empathetic and strategic motivator who thrives on building strong relationships and inspiring teams to exceed their own expectations. Her collaborative, people-focused leadership style brings energy and purpose to everything she does. Outside of work, Ivy enjoys traveling, cooking, riding her e-bike, hiking, and cheering on the Buffalo Bills and Tennessee Vols. She’s passionate about positioning ETPMI as a trailblazer in project management by promoting continuous learning, championing human-centered leadership, and fostering strong partnerships across local businesses and the broader professional community. Her personal motto: “Listen and inspire.”
Let's Connect on LinkedIn! Ivy Estes | LinkedIn
VP Membership
Joseph Stoppelbein
KNOX COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
A hardworking team player at heart, Joe believes in accomplishing goals through collaboration and shared purpose. He enjoys reading history, sci-fi, and fantasy, watching baseball, taking road trips with his wife, and playing games—digital and outdoors—with his kids. Joe hopes to see ETPMI members grow in their professions and expand their networks, while also helping communities across East Tennessee become more productive and resilient. Guided by the motto, “It’s not how many times you get knocked down, it’s how many times you get back up,” he brings resilience and dedication to his role.
Let's Connect on LinkedIn! Joe Stoppelbein | LinkedIn
Director Membership
Aarti Pradeep
Aarti is collaborative, strategic, and solution-focused, with a dependable and detail-oriented approach to her work. She enjoys exploring new ideas, learning new skills, staying active, and spending time with family and friends. Aarti is passionate about fostering member growth, building strong community connections, and expanding professional development opportunities. Guided by her motto, “Every challenge is an opportunity to excel,” she brings positivity and purpose to her role.
Let's Connect on LinkedIn! Aarti Pradeep | LinkedIn
VP Volunteers
Steven Downey, P.E.
APTIM
VP Professional Development
Melanie Geenen
CLAYTON HOMES
Melanie Geenen serves as the VP of Professional Development for ETPMI and is passionate about helping project professionals grow in both leadership and practical execution. With experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives, she is known for her collaborative leadership style, strategic thinking, and ability to connect people and ideas. Melanie is passionate about creating meaningful professional development opportunities that support both seasoned project leaders and those newer to the profession. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, faith and fitness communities, mentoring, and personal growth.
Director at large-Nominating Committee Chair
Tony Stempkowski
UT-BATTELLE, LLC
Past President
Connie Lynn Inman
PILOT TRAVEL CENTER
With a passion for teamwork and a drive for organization, Connie is dedicated to achieving successful outcomes with her colleagues. Outside of work, she treasures time with her family, especially as "Abu" to her three beloved grandchildren, and enjoys quilting in her spare time. Her vision for ETPMI includes enhancing member services, expanding community service efforts, and building stronger corporate partnerships. Guided by the belief that people care more when they know you care, she strives to be a living example of a loving God in the world around her.
Let's connect on LinkedIn! Connie Inman | LinkedIn
Military Liaison
JANUS RESEARCH GROUP
Scott is a calm and helpful team player with a knack for storytelling. Outside of work, he loves spending time outdoors with his family, whether hiking, running, or boating, and enjoys supporting local craft breweries and distilleries. A veteran himself, Scott is especially dedicated to raising the chapter’s local visibility and helping military members, veterans, and their spouses in exploring project management as a career. Guided by his motto, “In every challenge, find an opportunity,” he brings both insight and encouragement to his role.
Let's Connect on LinkedIn! Scott Byers | LinkedIn
