Susan Y.

I’m Susan Yoder. My passion is to positively impact people’s lives and their home ownership experience. I love creating new and meaningful spaces to live in!

A well designed space combines many considerations. The “technical” side of design includes functional items like lighting, quality of materials, and space planning.

Then there is the “emotional” side of design, which is all about how the space makes YOU feel. Bringing together the best of both disciplines is where the magic happens.

I hope to share some ideas to make that magic happen in your favorite space!

Suzanne F.

Lifestylist® Suzanne Felber is one of those people that truly loves what she does.

She has been active in the housing industry for over 30 years and has won numerous merchandising awards including being awarded Best Model Home Merchandising for a home priced under $150,000 by The National Association of Home Builders as well as Best Model Home Merchandising at a Retail Center and Best Clubhouse Design by the Manufactured Housing Institute.

She was the Lifestylist® for The New American Home - a multi-million dollar show home that was the feature of the 2011 International Builders Show.

Ryan W.

Greetings, blog readers! My name is Ryan Wilson and I’m a communications strategist with Clayton Homes. I’m a native Chicagoan and a Tennessean by marriage.

When the whistle blows I enjoy binging on podcasts while killing it on the elliptical to offset a cheeseburger obsession and secret video game habit.

Music and books are my desert island picks. Also WiFi. With fresh water, of course.

Michaela S.

Hey guys! The name is Michaela but most people call me Mic. I was born and raised here in little Maryville, TN. I graduated from Tusculum College with my Bachelors in Business Administration with a double minor in Marketing and Financial Management.

I absolutely love living so close to the mountains and spend lots of time riding four-wheelers, hiking and camping with my family and puppy, Ruger. While at home, I love doing remodeling projects (which my husband hates), refinishing old furniture or working outside.

My most recent project is a 12ft 1960’s model Trailmaster camper. I look forward to sharing what knowledge I have with everyone about making your house a home!

Madison B.

Hi there! My name is Madison Broussard and I am a junior at the University of Alabama, but am originally from Knoxville, TN. So, yes. I am a traitor to the Vols--roll tide!

I am majoring in public relations with double minors in general business and psychology. When I’m not busy with school, I like to spend my time outside.

I love all things outdoors and spend most of my time on the lake or at the pool in the summer. I am one of the digital marketing interns for Clayton Homes this summer and can’t wait to learn all about the department!

Kelli H.

Well, hello there! It’s a pleasure to meet you! I’m Kelli. I’m the Internal Communications Coordinator at Clayton Homes and I am also currently enrolled as a full time student seeking my Communications degree.

What do I do in my spare time? Organize. I’m sort of obsessed with organization. So why not share my tips and tricks? Keep on the lookout for ways to create a more functional household!

Katie S.

Nice to meet you! I’m Katie, and I am excited to be blogging for Clayton Homes. I love cooking, and I feel most at home when I am in the mountains.

I am a senior at Maryville College with a passion to learn something new every day. As someone who is about to enter the adult world, I love finding out home ownership and finance hacks.

Currently, I hope you enjoy learning new things with me in my blogs! I enjoy sharing tips on everything from styling out your home to helping you further understand our home industry.

Kalley Y.

Hey there! I’m Kalley (pronounced like Cali). I’m currently working toward completing my Associate’s Degree in Arts. Along with being a full-time student, this April will mark my 2nd year with Clayton Homes.

I have always been a competitor and a sports lover. In high school, I played baseball, basketball and football. Similar to a lot of college students, I enjoy playing video games as well.

For the next couple of months, I look forward to contributing my own twist to the blog and giving friendly pointers on manufactured housing and other popular topics.

Charlie M.

Hello! I’m Charlie, and I am an outdoor enthusiast, supporter of sustainable agriculture, and voracious learner. I have been fly-fishing, kayaking, and backpacking since I was in high school.

I explore and learn all that I can about raising animals, gardening, and outdoor adventure. I am always looking for ways to get outside, discover new places, and start new projects.

This past year, I founded a student-run operation to raise 200 Red Star chickens on campus to sell eggs in the community around Berry College and produce compost for other existing enterprises.

Look for my posts on manufactured housing, raising chickens, planting edible gardens, and searching for fun and beauty in nature.

Clayton Homes

At Clayton, it is our mission to open doors to a better life and help families build happiness through homeownership.

Since handing the first home key to our first customer in 1956, we have been proud of our dedication to innovation and providing affordable, quality built homes across America.

E. Nicole G

Hi there! I was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. I have worked at Clayton Homes since August 2016. I went to Miami University (go Redhawks!) and was bred to love The Ohio State Buckeyes.

I enjoy baking, hiking, running, playing guitar, reading, and trying out new restaurants. I also like shopping for eccentric home decorations at thrift stores and am inspired by beautiful Indian patterns. And my favorite color is glitter.

Emily B.

Hey there! My name is Emily, and the ins and outs of mobile home financing are my specialty. As a Millennial, I understand that considering home ownership is a big deal to most people.

The journey to home ownership and home financing can be extremely confusing if you’ve never been exposed to a financing process. And even if you have, financing a home is much different than financing a vehicle.

If you're ready to start your journey to obtain your dream home, but aren’t quite sure where to start, check out my blog posts for some helpful tips to get financially fit.

From finding the right lender to learning how to budget for your mortgage payment, join me as I demystify some of the more confusing aspects of mobile home financing.

Erica R.

Hello! My name is Erica Ray. I am a dog mom to a beautiful golden retriever named Hogan. Be careful not to get him confused with Hulk Hogan the wrestler because he was actually named after Ben Hogan, the golfer.

I attended Carson Newman University where I played on the women’s golf team and graduated with a Marketing degree. I enjoy golfing, running and spending time with family and friends.

I have been with Clayton for 3 years with a background in finance.

Throughout the blog I will be sharing different tips and education that you can transition into your lifestyle! Enjoy!

Erin E.

Hello! It’s me, Erin. I am currently a junior enrolled in college majoring in marketing and minoring in design and philosophy.

I thoroughly enjoy being outside, specifically participating in activities like kayaking, biking and hiking. I am a self-proclaimed dog whisperer, and I have five dogs that I enjoy spending time with (my mom keeps them at her house).

I am super excited to share tips and tricks that will make the journey of homeownership a breeze.

Throughout the different sections of the blog, I will be making appearances and offering any advice that could be helpful!