Scott Branson

Founder and Executive Director of Renaissance Creations, there's nothing he can't do when it comes to houses. The speed at which he climbs ladders has been compared to a squirrel climbing a tree.

Sherridan Smee

Sherridan is a Knoxville native with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Tennessee and a background in both nonprofit work and film production. She loves any opportunity to be creative for a purpose.

Johnathan Branson

A UT graduate with a heart for downtown Knoxville and restoring the homes in it, he has been a part of our team longer than anyone.

Jason Sivells

Jason is a born and raised Knoxvillian who officially joined the team in January 2023. Off the job site, Jason likes to work on cars and hit the local skatepark. Renaissance is fortunate to have added Jason’s skills to the team. 

Katie Campbell Dollar

Katie is another transplant who has made Knoxville home over the past eight years. When she isn't managing Renaissance’s books, you may find her on the stage in a local play or running around after her daughter. Katie is the newest member of the Admin team.

Ben Lawton

Our resident crawl space guru and a fine finish carpenter. He's a Hoosier transplant from southern Indiana. He loves Knoxville and Renaissance Creations and we love having him on our team.

Katrina Martinelli

Katrina is a Knoxville transplant that has the true Scruffy City spirit and love for her community, as a current resident of Oakwood Lincoln Park. The newest member of the construction team, Katrina is a talented addition to the crew.