Brandon Fender, Marine Combat Veteran, in a light gray suit with an American flag eye patch and neck tattoos, standing confidently outside a marble capital building.

Brandon Fender

President | Roots to Recovery

Brandon Fender is the dedicated President at Roots to Recovery, where he uses wealth of life experience to empower individuals struggling on their journey to healing. His approach is rooted in meeting each person exactly where they are—mentally, emotionally, and physically—to create a safe and supportive environment for transformation.

As President of Roots to Recovery Tennessee, Brandon is dedicated to expanding access to effective addiction care grounded in discipline, accountability, and proven results—values he honed as Program Director at Tree House Recovery, TN. Drawing on his experience as a Marine Corps Sergeant and addiction counselor, Brandon champions practical solutions that empower individuals to rebuild their lives with the right structure and support.

Brandon’s personal journey has given him a rare and compassionate insight into how to help people who are battling addiction and mental health issues.

Under his leadership, Roots to Recovery funds high-impact treatment programs, trains future counselors and supports research that delivers real, lasting outcomes for Tennesseans. Brandon is committed to helping people reclaim their health through outcome-based care, strengthen family bonds, and redefine their purpose as they give back to their communities.

Outside of work, Brandon is a devoted family man and an avid hunter, always seeking new adventures and ways to connect with the world around him.