Exciting news to share – I’ve been elected Vice President of the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee (PPETN).
This marks my second year on the board of directors, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to contribute to the growth of the local photography industry.
A Personal Commitment to Excellence
PPETN holds a special place as a hub for photographers, providing a wealth of educational resources and networking opportunities. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an aspiring photographer, PPETN is the go-to spot for fostering growth and success.
“We are delighted to have Betsy as our Vice President. Her passion for photography, business skills, and previous board experience make Betsy
an invaluable asset to the organization,” said Liz Salem, President of PPETN. “Betsy’s willingness to share her knowledge and her dedication to elevating the photography community of East Tennessee is something to be admired.”
Eager to Contribute
I am thrilled to be elected as Vice President of the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee.
PPETN offers an incredible array of educational opportunities for photographers, empowering them to elevate their skills in both photography and business.
I am eager to contribute to the continued growth and evolution of PPETN as we support the ever-changing needs of our photographic community.
For more information about PPETN and its initiatives, please click here.
Betsy Bird, M.Photog.Cr., CPP, TPM, TSD, of Ride the Sky Equine Photography, spends her days doing insane things to make animals look at her. Clearly, she’s desperate for attention. When she’s not mentoring photographers, wrangling teenagers, or acting like a total goofball, she’s hanging with Derby—the puppy currently training to be office assistant (jury’s still out on whether “chewing cords” counts as a legitimate job skill).
Betsy has earned both her Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman degrees from the Professional Photographers of America (PPA). She also holds the CPP, TPM, and TSD designations and currently serves on the Board of Directors of both the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee (PPETN) and the Tennessee Professional Photographers Assocation (TNPPA).
An award-winning photographer, Betsy is also a published author, national presenter, and frequent podcast guest. Her book, Equine & Equestrian Photography Poses that Sell, has become a resource for photographers, and she’s been featured on The Profitable Photographer Podcast, The Business Animal Podcast, Cowgirls with Cameras Podcast, The Focal Points Podcast, and more.
Through her digital tools, courses, and mentoring programs, Betsy teaches photographers how to build profitable businesses without the overwhelm. She is an expert in her field (which isn’t that surprising given how much time she actually spends outstanding in a field… get it?).