Our Story

Tim is a successful entrepreneur with a B.S. degree in Industrial Technology and a rich background in the construction industry. With prior managerial roles at GE Power Systems and ownership of several businesses, Tim has ventured into a unique concept by founding the "Lodge with a Garage". His company, PB Lodge, is now poised to expand through franchising opportunities. 

Renee has an impressive background in PR and Marketing dating back to the 1982 Worlds Fair held in Knoxville, TN, where she served as the PR manager for a prominent hotel. Renee is a proud alumna of Berry Academy/College in Rome, GA, and has since cultivated significant experience through owning various successful businesses. Notably, she co-developed PB Lodge, where her expertise in design has been instrumental in bringing the interior and exterior aesthetics to life. Her unwavering commitment to ensuring each location is meticulously prepared for guests before opening reflects her dedication to excellence.

As a professional angler Chris was the original inspiration for the PB Lodge concept. He has been with the lodge since the beginning as the on-site project manager then later setting up the reservation system, credit card system, and initially training all staff on the daily operating systems. When he is not competing in bass tournaments, he works as the IT specialist for all systems and technology at the Lodge as well as running marketing campaigns for "The Lodge with a Garage".

Dylan has had the privilege of working alongside Tim for over 6 years in two different companies. With a solid background in logistics and account management, Dylan brings a hands-on approach to fiscal management at PB Lodge. He is dedicated to supporting franchisees throughout the startup and ongoing operation phases of their PB Lodge locations.

Linda joined PB Lodge in 2021 with an impressive background in the hospitality industry. With over 10 years of management experience, Linda's skillset will play a pivotal role in training our franchisees and managers on daily operations, while ensuring compliance with all national, state, and local regulations.