In this episode of The Lyndsay Stafford Show, Lyndsay sits down with Clinton Holcomb, serial entrepreneur and current owner/steward of Nashville’s legendary Fontanel Mansion, once the home of country music icon Barbara Mandrell.
Clinton shares his journey from building computers at age 11 to running construction companies, industrial developments, a golf course, and now a premier historic event venue. He explains how faith, curiosity, and a love of learning have guided every venture—from North Dakota oil fields to boutique hospitality in Nashville.
You’ll hear the inside story of the Fontanel:
How it went from Barbara Mandrell’s family home and reality TV backdrop…
To a 5,000-seat soundstage that hosted some of the biggest bands of the 2000s…
To the neglected mansion Clinton rescued from the brink of being torn down…
And now, to a meticulously restored, experience-driven venue for weddings, music events, and unforgettable gatherings.
Clinton and Lyndsay explore what it really takes to preserve history while creating modern experiences—from honoring Barbara’s legacy (yes, including her 600-square-foot closet and marble bathroom) to designing details that create nostalgia, emotion, and “moments that matter” for guests.
If you love entrepreneurship, hospitality, historic properties, or Nashville’s evolving story, this conversation will inspire you to think bigger about legacy, place, and the power of intentional design.
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