Iva Michelle Smith

Iva Michelle Smith is a Republican candidate for State Executive Committeewoman in District 16, Tennessee, for the August 2026 primary. A public policy and communications consultant based in Monteagle, she advises officials on constituent-focused policies, leveraging communication networks. Smith is also a a freelance writer and on-air personality, providing political commentary. Her background includes significant work with the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council, where she championed sustainable OHV trail systems and was named 2011 Partner of the Year. Governor Bill Haslam appointed her to the TN OHV Advisory Committee, and she served as Community Coordinator for the Monteagle Mayor's office.