Staff
Karyn Clark
CEO
Phone Number: 423-626-4149
Email Address: chamberceo@claibornepartnership.com
I joined the Partnership in 2018. I am the president of Leadership Claiborne Board of Directors, and I serve on the Board of Directors for the Boys & Girls Club, Leadership East Tennessee and I’m a member of the LMU Advisory Board.
How long have you lived Claiborne County?
I have been a lifelong resident of Claiborne County except for the years I went away to college. am married to Brent Clark, and we have four daughters and one grandson. I taught school in our county and was a principal until I retired and came to the СЕР.
Favorite pastime in Claiborne County? My favorite pastimes are spending time with my family and friends, enjoying Norris Lake, and sitting on my porch looking at the mountains.
Favorite Thing about Claiborne County? My favorite thing about Claiborne County is the people. We are all connected in our Community and do what we can to help each other. I also love the small town atmosphere.
What part of Claiborne County do you live in? What makes it special? I live in Tazewell, but I grew up on a farm in New Tazewell. I love the views from my house.
Fun Facts:
Favorite Sports Team: My favorite sports team will always be the Tennessee Volunteers-my alma mater!
Favorite Movie: My favorite movie is any video that involves my children.
Favorite Vacation: My favorite vacation is renting a houseboat on Norris Lake and spending a week of fun and quality time with my family without having to travel for hours.
Robin Duncan
Office Coordinator
Phone Number: 423-626-4149
Email Address: chamber@claibornepartnership.com
As office coordinator at the Claiborne Economic Partnership, I handle day to day operations, phone calls, walk-ins, finances and preparation for events alongside Mrs. Clark. I joined the Partnership in 2019. I am also on the Board of Directors for Leadership Claiborne, Claiborne Livestock Association, Claiborne Health Council and various other boards and committees in the county.
What part of Claiborne County do you live in? What makes it special?
I live on a large working farm in Tazewell, which is two minutes away from Norris Lake, so I get to enjoy the country and the lake.
Favorite pastime in Claiborne County? Anything involving my sons and grandchildren.
Favorite Thing about Claiborne County? The people in Claiborne County that are truly like family and the willingness to help each other in any situation.
How long have you lived in Claiborne County? I’m a lifelong resident of Claiborne County. I’m married to Sam Duncan, and we have four sons and fifteen grandchildren. I worked side by side with my dad on our farms until his passing in 2007.
Fun Facts:
Favorite Sports Team: Go Vols!!
Favorite Movie: My favorite movies are old family movies & Draft Day
Favorite Vacation: Camping or anywhere with my family on the farm or lake.
Josh Bundren
Social Media Coordinator
Phone Number: 423-489-3434
Email Address: visitclaibornecounty24@gmail.com
As Social Media Coordinator I manage our presence online along with the Visit Claiborne County website through our Tourism Commission. I joined the Claiborne County Tourism Board of Directors in 2024 and began building a website. I am also the co-owner of Bundren Farms, General Sales Manager of Water Wheel Trailer Sales, and Chairman of the Claiborne County Young Republicans.
Favorite pastime in Claiborne County? ? I enjoy spending time with my family on our farm, and spending time with friends on Norris Lake.
Favorite Thing about Claiborne County? The community, anywhere you go while in town you find someone to talk to that you know. If anything good or bad ever happens in our county, we all rally around and support the people who need us most.
What part of Claiborne County do you live in? What makes it special? I live on a big family farm in Tazewell, with beautiful views of the mountains and Norris Lake. We watch the sun come up in the front yard and be able to watch it set in the back yard.
How long have you lived in Claiborne County? I have lived in Claiborne County my whole life. My family has lived here for generations, and I don’t have any plans of leaving. I have been all over this country and there is no place like Claiborne County!
Fun Facts:
Favorite Sports Team: The Volunteers!
Favorite Show: Duck Dynasty, it’s a little older but I still watch it today!
Favorite Vacation: Cruising is my favorite way to vacation, whether it is the Caribbean or Alaska you get to see so many different places!
Angie Estes
Assistant Tourism Director
Phone Number: 423-626-4149
Email Address: estesangie8@gmail.com
As Assistant Tourism Director, I work part-time collaborating on many projects to help promote tourism in Claiborne County. Joined the Partnership in 2023.
Favorite pastime in Claiborne County? My favorite pastime is spending time with family and friends. I especially enjoy making memories with my six grandchildren. Favorite Thing About Claiborne County – My favorite thing about Claiborne County would have to be all the friends I’ve made and acquaintances I’ve met through the years. No matter where I travel, there is always a connection back to Claiborne County through the people, places, and attractions. Because of these connections, I am always ready to come back home.
What part of Claiborne County do you live in? What makes it special? I lived and attended schools in Harrogate, completing my college and graduate work at Lincoln Memorial University. I currently live in Tazewell. My past career as an educator and Elementary Supervisor allowed me to become more familiar with the various communities in our county. This gave me a unique understanding of just how special Claiborne County is and all it has to offer.
How long have you lived in Claiborne County? Aside from several years in Middlesboro, KY, I have lived in Claiborne County my entire life. Even while living in Middlesboro, taught school, and my children attended Claiborne County Schools. I’m married to Gary Estes and together we have three children and six grandchildren.
Fun Facts:
Favorite Sports Team: You can say I have both blue and orange hanging in my closet due to UK and UT children.
Favorite Show: No particular movie, but I’m known to watch favorite ones repeatedly.
Favorite Vacation: I have been blessed in traveling to many different places in my life. Any beach is always great. Switzerland and Maine are certainly favorites. Of course, Disney World with grandchildren is always memorable.