Sonya Anderson, franchisee Domino’s
Sonya is a native of Mississippi and relocated to Sevier County 2 years ago with her husband Neal, 2 children Neely (20), Taylor (17), and her 2 corgis Thunk (2) and Ozzie (4). Sonya loved visiting Sevier County for vacations over the years and when the business opportunity came up to relocate here, she was all in on building a life here.
Sonya is currently a member of the Leadership Sevier 2024 Class and has had the best time meeting so many new people as well as learning so much more about what makes Sevier County so special. She also a member of 100+ Women Who Care in Sevier County. She has volunteered on many projects in Sevier County and is amazed at how many caring and impactful people live in our great county.
In her free time Sonya enjoys hiking, riding through the GSMNP, gardening and make TikTok’s of her two corgis. Sonya says she is appreciative and thankful to be a part of Dancing for the Stars and cannot wait to help support such a great organization, The United Way of Sevier County.
Neal Anderson, franchisee Domino’s Pizza
Neal started as a delivery driver with Domino’s when he was 19 years old. He later became a franchisee in his home state of Mississippi and operated his franchise there for 15 years. Neal and his family always loved visiting Sevier County over the years. When the opportunity to acquire the Domino’s locations two years ago in Sevier County came up, he couldn’t pass it up.
Neal relocated to Sevier County with his wife Sonya and 2 children and it has been an incredible experience so far.
Neal has had a great time meeting so many new people and helping the communities his stores serve as well. He was recently named Rotarian of the Year for the Gatlinburg Rotary Club that he has been a member of for nearly two years. One of the most fun programs he has participated in so far is teaming together with the local Boys and Girls Clubs. He has gone to make pizzas on site at the clubs multiple times and has sponsored many different initiatives this great organization provides.
In his free time, he enjoys running, golf and attending sports cards shows with his son. Neal is very excited be a part of Dancing with the Stars and wants to thank all of the supporters and organizers of this amazing event.