The Online Bridge Between Talent and Opportunity
The creative industry is filled with incredibly talented people — photographers, videographers, designers, DJs, entertainers, event professionals, artists, makers, and more. But often the biggest challenge isn't talent. It's visibility and access.
The Creative Collective is a premier discovery platform connecting people with trusted creators behind unforgettable experiences. Whether you're planning an event, searching for a creative partner, or looking to collaborate — this is where you find the right person.
Not just a directory. An interactive platform built to increase visibility, encourage collaboration, and create real opportunities for its users.
Bre Marie
Founder & Creative Director
"Creator. Community Builder. Unapologetic Scorpio."
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Built for Creatives, by a Creative.
Bre Marie is a devoted mother of two incredible kids, Ava & Lane. Born and raised in Oak Ridge, TN, she believes there's something special about giving back to the community that helped shape her. A trusted professional with 12+ years of elite hospitality standards rooted in Hilton service excellence — and a career that spans event production, nonprofit leadership, workforce development, government affairs, and creative direction.
As Events & Programs Director at the Oak Ridge Chamber, Bre manages over 100 business events and meetings annually — from fundraising and vendor coordination to social media, registration, and day-of execution. She holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Tusculum University and professional certifications in Event Design, Nonprofit Management, and Fundraising Strategy through UTK and UT Martin. A Leadership Oak Ridge alumna, she serves on the boards of ADFAC, East TN Meeting Professionals, Cancer Support Alliance, and United Way of Anderson County's Ambassador Program.
Loved ones describe her as a music lover, sensitive soul, unapologetic Scorpio, imperfect perfectionist, and woman of faith and resilience. Whether she's creating memorable experiences, supporting her hometown, enjoying live music, or planning the next adventure — she's all about living with purpose, authenticity, and a whole lot of passion projects. And at the core of all of it? Real connections, right here in East Tennessee. Supporting local small businesses, entrepreneurs, and creatives isn't just something she believes in — it's something she builds for.
Straight from the founder
The Buzz by a Busy B
Real talk from a real creative. Bre Marie shares the behind-the-scenes of building a community platform, lessons from 12+ years in events and hospitality, and the honest, unfiltered thoughts of a woman doing it all — one passion project at a time.
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Different expressions of the same mission — building platforms where creative people can do their best work.
East Tennessee Creatives
The Creative Collective
The online bridge between talent and opportunity. A premier discovery platform connecting people with trusted creators behind unforgettable experiences — photographers, videographers, designers, DJs, event professionals, artists, makers, and more. Not just a directory. An interactive platform built to increase visibility, encourage collaboration, and create real opportunities.
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Elevated lifestyle retreats, curated experiences, and DJ artistry — a dedicated home for everything Bre Marie creates, performs, and produces. Something special is on the way.
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Thoughtfully curated travel essentials and lifestyle goods for the creative who's always on the move and never willing to sacrifice style for convenience.
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Coming soon — nonprofit
A nonprofit built to wrap a real community around single parents — practical support, meaningful connection, and a reminder that you don't have to do this alone.
Coming SoonThe Buzz by a Busy Bee
Coming soon — blog
Real talk from someone who's always in the middle of something. The Buzz is Bre Marie's blog — honest reflections, local highlights, creative industry insights, and the kind of behind-the-scenes content you don't get anywhere else.
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Coming soon — podcast
Pull up a chair. Hot Tea with Bree is the podcast where nothing is off the table — candid conversations, creative journeys, community stories, and a little something worth spilling. Stay tuned.
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The Values Behind the Work
The Right Connection Changes Everything
One introduction, one booking, one opportunity — that's all it takes to change the trajectory of a creative business. Whether you're planning an event, searching for a creative partner, or looking to collaborate, ETC makes those moments happen consistently.
Visibility Is a Right, Not a Privilege
The creative industry is filled with incredibly talented people whose biggest challenge isn't talent — it's visibility and access. ETC closes that gap: a central place where creators can be discovered and represent themselves in style.
More Than a Directory
This is an interactive platform built to increase visibility, encourage collaboration, and create opportunities. For creators without a website, it's a polished digital presence. For those already established, it's a new avenue to attract new opportunities.
Rooted in East Tennessee
This isn't a remote community with a regional name. We're here, in the mountains, building something that belongs to this place and the people who call it home. Support local — not as a slogan, but as a practice. Support local small businesses. Support local entrepreneurs. Support local creatives. East Tennessee is full of people doing extraordinary things, and ETC exists to make sure they're seen, connected, and celebrated.
Ready to Be Part of Something?
Whether you're a creative ready to get found and get booked, someone planning an event looking for the right person to bring it to life, or a brand seeking a trusted creative partner — East Tennessee Creatives was built for exactly this moment.