Stories of Technology, Innovation, & Entrepreneurship in the Southeast

The Rocky Top Business Awards recognize the fastest-growing businesses owned or led by alumni. The Rocky Top Business Awards are presented by PYA.   https://alumni.utk.edu/awards/rocky-top-business/

Inspire the next generation of tech professionals with 865 Academies Student Experiences. Industry partners are needed to provide work-based learning opportunities for students in Knox County high schools. At this event, you'll: Learn more about the 865 Academies model and how it's shaping the workforce of tomorrow Connect directly with Academy Coaches to explore specific...

The I-Corps (Innovation Corps) program is an initiative by the National Science Foundation (NSF) designed to help researchers translate their scientific discoveries into commercial products and startups. It provides training, mentorship, and funding to academic researchers, entrepreneurs, and startups to explore the commercial potential of their innovations. The final installment for the Spring 2025 cohort...

oin us for this month’s Powered By Her Lunch & Learn! It’s an open, energizing discussion where you’ll discover business hacks that save you time, boost profits, and help you stay on top of it all. From automation tools and time-saving tricks to mindset shifts and practical strategies, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas that you...

Welcome to the Pathways To Capital: East Region event! Join us for an evening of networking and learning about different pathways to capital for your business. This event will take place on Thur, May 08, 2025 at 4:30 PM at the 121 Tech Hub, 121 E. Jackson Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37915. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with other entrepreneurs and investors in...

Join the KEC as they provide an "orientation" for the Knoxville Entrepreneur Center. The team will discuss upcoming classes, programs, and Knoxville ecosystem resources. If you are new to Knoxville and looking to get connected to the KEC community, this is the event for you!

Women in Entrepreneurship Content Creation "Field Trip" In and Around Market Square! Join us on Tuesday, May 13th! In this month's meeting we will have hands-on stations for content creation and social media mini-workshops set up in the KEC office and around Market Square (weather permitting!) We will have stations set up for: Business &...

Nashville AI Week is the community-powered ‘unconference’ that brings together local, regional, and national leaders to explore the future of artificial intelligence in the Nashville region — and beyond! The three-day event includes featured and keynote speakers, panels and workshops, networking events, innovation showcase, and plenty of opportunities for attendees and sponsors to network, learn,...