May 28, 2025 ~ rothchild’s, 12:00 ~ 1:00
East Tennessee ASHRAE Members,
We will be having our May chapter meeting on Wednesday, May 28 at Rothchild’s Catering on Kingston Pike from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Please come as early as 11:45 to socialize with other members and friends in our industry. Lunch cost will be $25 per person and will be payable by credit card, check, or cash at the door. 1 PDH will be available for attendance.
We are excited to welcome this month’s speaker: Mike Bell, Assistant Director, Fire Prevention for The State of Tennessee.
Speaker – Mike Bell
Mike Bell was appointed as the Department's Assistant Commissioner for Fire Prevention in 2024. In this capacity, Mr. Bell leads the division's seven sections, which includes the State Fire Marshal's Office, in its mission of protecting Tennesseans and their property.
A native of Bradley County and a resident of McMinn County since 1989, Mr. Bell had a 16-year tenure in the Tennessee General Assembly where he first served as a state representative and later as a state senator. His career included leadership roles as chairman of the Senate Government Operation Committee and the Senate Judiciary Committee. He was recognized for his service to Tennesseans with numerous awards including the Lifetime Legislative Award from the Tennessee Right To Life in 2022 and the Legislative Silver Bayonet Award from AmVets of Tennessee, among others. Starting in 2022, Mr. Bell served as the Legislative Director for the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Association.
Mr. Bell was a longtime volunteer member of Claxton Community Volunteer Emergency Services where he earned his First Responder certification. Bell and his wife Lisa have been married for 39 years have five children, seven grandchildren, and an eighth on the way.
Thanks!
Zach Rose, PE
Chapter President 2024-25
865-771-7059