Get to Know Us

Our Team

At Serenity Knoll Farm, our team is the heart of everything we do. Each member brings their own passion, expertise, and warmth to help create a welcoming, enriching experience for every guest. United by a shared commitment to community, sustainability, and connection through food, movement, and learning, our staff plays a vital role in making Serenity Knoll a truly special place. We’re proud to introduce the people who bring our mission to life every day.

David Wiley

David Wiley, a passionate farmer and community member, purchased the property that now houses Serenity Knoll in 2000. With a strong belief in fostering community, he began construction on the pavilion in 2012, laying the groundwork for Serenity Knoll Farm.

Sheridan Nice

Sheridan Nice, the Culinary Program Director at Serenity Knoll Farm Cooking School in Jonesborough, TN, is an accomplished cooking instructor, personal chef, and former restaurateur.

Angela Bowes

Since 1999, Cakes By Angela Bowes has been delighting clients with exquisite wedding cakes and show-stopping dessert buffets. Angela, a two-time Food Network Champion, is known for her passion for flavor, artistic design, and impeccable attention to detail.