Jim McMichael,
Ownerjim@jimmcmichael.com
Jim started out from the trunk of his car back in 1964 as a young 21 year-old fresh out of the Marines, along with the help of his wife Shirley. To begin with he was hand lettering vehicles and signs but now, over 50 years later he has a 14,000 square foot shop of his own. Jim prides himself on his loyal customer and employee base and is known to take on a variety of interesting projects. As Jim once said "I will NEVER retire!
Kelly Kramer,
Office Managerkelly@jimmcmichael.com
Kelly officially joined the business in January of 1996 with a degree in Tourism, Food & Lodging and a minor in Business from the University of Tennessee. However, as Jim's daughter, she has been involved in the business her entire life. Her role as Office Manager encompasses many daily tasks along with behind the scene projects that are included in the operation of the business.
Mark Kramer,
General Managermark@jimmcmichael.com
Mark was hired in July of 1989 as a Graphic Designer and Sales Representative. He has helped to procure several of our clients over the years and helps with our company marketing. Mark also assists Jim in the managing of the business.
Austin Kramer,
Operations Manageraustin@jimmcmichael.com
Austin makes up the 3rd generation of Jim McMichael Signs. He was officially hired in November of 2016 with a degree in Marketing and Management. As Jim's grandson, he's been involved in the family business since he was in high school. Austin works closely with all the employees to ensure daily operations run smoothly and efficiently. During his free time, he enjoys golfing and spending time with his wife and children.
Clayton McKinney,
Body Shop Foremanclayton@jimmcmichael.com
Clayton started in September of 1986 working part time while he was still a student at Central High School in the Auto Body program. Since then he has become one of our longest standing full time employees and his current role is Body Shop Foreman and Estimator.
Joel VanDeGriff,
Sales/Graphic Designerjoe@jimmcmichael.com
Joe has worked in several facets of the business over the years. In February of 2013, he returned as a Graphic Designer specializing in the design work for vehicle wraps along with digital printing.
Amanda West Wilkerson,
Art Director/Salesamanda@jimmcmichael.com
Amanda was hired in August of 2018 with a BA in Art from Carson-Newman University. Before moving to Knoxville from Middle Tennessee, she managed a screen printing company and operated as a freelance graphic designer.