Eric Schimpf is an investment professional who previously served in the military and graduated from West Point. He advised Senator Bob Corker on nominations to military academies. Senator Bob Corker has represented Tennessee since 2006. He grew up in Chattanooga and owns a construction business. While running his businesses, he engaged in civic work including founding an affordable housing organization. He later served as Tennessee's Commissioner of Finance and Administration and mayor of Chattanooga before being elected to the US Senate.