Chris McAdoo

Chris McAdoo has a diverse work experience spanning over 20 years. Chris currently serves as the Director of Strategy and Engagement at Knoxville Entrepreneur Center, where they are responsible for supporting entrepreneurs and fostering innovation. Prior to this role, Chris worked at Horse Fight Industries as an Artist, Creator, Strategist, and Speaker, utilizing their artistic skills and entrepreneurial mindset. Throughout their career, Chris has also worked as a Studio Artist, specializing in painting and charcoal, and their work has been featured in various exhibitions and publications. Chris has held leadership positions at Designsensory and Best Behavior Creative Club, where they served as a Creative Director, overseeing creative projects and managing accounts. Chris has also worked as an Art Director at Knoxville Chamber and as a Printmaker at Revolution Art & Design, where they operated a letterpress shop and collaborated with notable figures like Dolly Parton and Brian Wilson.

Chris McAdoo attended Carson-Newman University from 1996 to 2000, where they obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree. During their time at the university, Chris focused on painting as their major and pursued a minor in Political Science. No further information is available about their education beyond this.