Trey King | Partner & Field Operations Director | Dow Smith Company | Smyrna, Tennessee

Trey King
Chief Operations Officer

Trey has deep roots in Smyrna. His family has been here since the 1800s. He’s a proud alumnus of Smyrna Elementary, Thurman Francis, Smyrna Middle School, and Smyrna High School. He worked for the Town of Smyrna for 10 years before joining Dow Smith Company in 2017 and becoming a partner in 2021.

As Chief Operations Officer, Trey supports superintendents and optimizes subcontractors’ schedules. He is responsible for developing field processes and implementation of The Dow Smith Way. He talks with superintendents, project managers, and subcontractors daily.

Trey and his wife, Brittany, have two children, Braden and Payton. Brittany teaches sixth grade at Rocky Fork Middle School. Trey attends LifePoint Church, where he is a deacon and leader of a life group. When he’s not working, Trey enjoys watching the Tennessee Vols, spending time with family, traveling, and playing golf. 

Dow Smith | President & Owner | Dow Smith Company | Smyrna, Tennessee

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