As the president of e|spaces since 2014, Jon Pirtle helped launch the pioneering workspace company and has overseen its growth in becoming an industry leader. Under his guidance and with his understanding of key market and performance metrics, e|spaces has opened strategic locations throughout the Southeast, serving thousands of businesspeople and hundreds of corporations, firms and small businesses. Today, e|spaces has more than 150,000 square feet of office and meeting space that companies or individuals can lease on an hourly, monthly or annual basis. In today’s business environment, the e|spaces model, flexibility, cost structure and client-centric focus is perfectly suited to meet the changing needs of companies of all sizes.
Prior to e|spaces, Jon served as the vice president of sales for Grand Avenue, a charter bus and fleet management company. While there, he built and led an active sales team, diversified revenue streams, restructured sales processes to integrate cutting-edge lead generation initiatives, designed social media brand- building techniques, and developed networking strategies to gain traction within high-potential client organizations. He was also part of the leadership and transition teams that executed the sale of the business to Grayline Tennessee. Jon was also previously a regional sales manager with toy company KidPower, where built partnerships with retailers including Walmart, Target, Academy Sports and Walgreens. He drove millions of dollars in new sales and significantly increased the company’s market penetration. A native of Nashville, TN, Jon is a regular speaker on a variety of business topics, and is involved in Samaritan’s Purse and The Make A Wish Foundation.

Justin moved to Nashville in 2011 from his home of 7 years in Northern Virginia to join the e|spaces team. He graduated from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Arts in History. He worked 5 years in the consumer and professional banking market, with a specialty in operations and customer service. Most notably, he worked with Capital One Bank where he was assigned to several retail branches. In each branch, he improved operations and customer interactions by refining old systems and implementing new ones. Justin also likes to go out to Colorado as much as possible to partake in the outdoor sports of downhill skiing and snowshoeing.

Tiffani Bailey graduated Walker Valley High School in Cleveland, TN in 2014, and attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She has worked in management positions for 4 years, and is passionate about working with people. Tiffani loves to do anything outdoors and is always up for a new adventure. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her dog, reading books, and being with friends and family.

Daniel moved to Nashville in August of 2013 from Maryville, TN. He graduated from Lipscomb University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communications. While in college, Daniel worked as the Assistant General Manager for The Food Company and Greenhouse Bar located in Green Hills. Daniel spends his time throwing darts in the Villager Dart League. He enjoys podcasts, is an avid music listener, and loves spending time outdoors.

Katie moved to Nashville in July of 2019. Originally from Austin, TX, she graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising and Public Relations. In college, she had several content creation and social media internships in the fashion and nonprofit industry. Katie also has a passion for writing and travel. In her free time she enjoys going to museums, sporting events, and reading.

An East Tennessee native, Patrick moved to Knoxville in the fall of 2013. He graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2017 with a degree in Sports Management and a minor in Business Administration. He has 9 years of experience in various customer service and management roles. In his free time, Patrick enjoys spending time with his wife and two dogs, hiking, and traveling across the country.

Michael graduated from Cleveland High School in Cleveland, TN in 2015, and graduated from Lee University with a Bachelors in Public Relations in 2019. He has worked in the hospitality industry for over six years. Michael loves to do anything outdoors and is always up for a new adventure. In his free time he enjoys hiking, mountain biking, working out, and spending time with his wife and pup.

Brandy moved to Orlando in 2000. She is a New Jersey native and proud of it! Brandy graduated from East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management and Minor in Business. A customer focused professional with nearly 20 years of experience in the Hospitality Industry, Brandy brings with her a truly hospitable approach to doing business. From sales to operations, she takes pride in making every encounter memorable and custom. In her free time she enjoys volunteering, yoga, spending time with her 2 Shih Tzu's, and traveling the world with her husband.

Annette moved to Nashville in 2016. She was born and raised in Chicago (GO BEARS) and attended Depaul University where she received her Bachelors of Arts in Media Studies. She has worked as a Sales Manager for both residential and commercial real estate for more than 15 years. Annette prides herself on the level of customer satisfaction she delivers with each interaction she has with her clients. When not working at e|spaces, Annette is busy raising 3 young children and spending as much time enjoying all that Nashville has to offer.

As the president of e|spaces since 2014, Jon Pirtle helped launch the pioneering workspace company and has overseen its growth in becoming an industry leader. Under his guidance and with his understanding of key market and performance metrics, e|spaces has opened strategic locations throughout the Southeast, serving thousands of businesspeople and hundreds of corporations, firms and small businesses. Today, e|spaces has more than 150,000 square feet of office and meeting space that companies or individuals can lease on an hourly, monthly or annual basis. In today’s business environment, the e|spaces model, flexibility, cost structure and client-centric focus is perfectly suited to meet the changing needs of companies of all sizes.
Prior to e|spaces, Jon served as the vice president of sales for Grand Avenue, a charter bus and fleet management company. While there, he built and led an active sales team, diversified revenue streams, restructured sales processes to integrate cutting-edge lead generation initiatives, designed social media brand- building techniques, and developed networking strategies to gain traction within high-potential client organizations. He was also part of the leadership and transition teams that executed the sale of the business to Grayline Tennessee. Jon was also previously a regional sales manager with toy company KidPower, where built partnerships with retailers including Walmart, Target, Academy Sports and Walgreens. He drove millions of dollars in new sales and significantly increased the company’s market penetration. A native of Nashville, TN, Jon is a regular speaker on a variety of business topics, and is involved in Samaritan’s Purse and The Make A Wish Foundation.

Phil was Co-Founder of e|spaces, served as CEO for four years and currently servers as a Director. In addition to his role with e|spaces, Phil works with executives on corporate innovation through The Disruption Lab. As a principal in early-stage investment firm Evergreen Investments and Management, Phil consulted with and was a board member of Passport Health Communications. The firm he founded and led for over a decade, Executive Learning, Inc., was one of the country’s leading change agents focused on continual improvement in healthcare. Phil holds a Ph.D. in organization communication from The Ohio State University,