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ACEI Bridging Research & Practice
2024-02-12 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | UT Creamery
The Anderson Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (ACEI) aims to foster dialogue between academics and practitioners about the challenges entrepreneurs face and the related findings from our research that may help entrepreneurs prepare for and address those challenges. This annual event series creates an opportunity for both researchers and practitioners in our community to bring value to one another. The ‘Bridging Research & Practice’ event series is where professionals and researchers from diverse industries come together to forge meaningful connections, share experiences, and strengthen their networks.
About this event:
Entrepreneurship involves taking risks, where investments of time, effort, finances, and relationships can seem risky in the short term but are crucial for long-term success. Understanding how to take calculated risks to mitigate potential downsides and optimize potential upsides is essential.
Misty Mayes and John Bruck, and two UT Professors, Brian Krumm and Myra Loveday will help connect and build bridges between entrepreneurship research and practice concerning taking smart risks.
Melissa Cardon, ACEI Research Director and Haslam Distinguished Professor of Entrepreneurship & Innovation, will host a fireside chat-style dialogue with panelists. This will be followed by smaller group discussions between attendees and panelists and ACEI Research Fellows, each focused on a specific type of risk related to entrepreneurship and innovation.

Date: February 12, 2024
Time: 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Location: UT Creamery

More information & registration link: https://haslam.utk.edu/event/bridging-research-practice/

How Employers Can Help (and Keep) Working Parents
2024-02-13 11:30 - 13:00 | Knoxville Chamber, 17 Market Square, Knoxville
Nationally, we are experiencing a crisis in child care. In Knoxville, working parents can’t find suitable childcare solutions outside of traditional schools. The Knoxville Chamber and United Way of Greater Knoxville are committed to advocating for childcare issues. We want to provide employers with information and support that will allow them to help, and keep, their working parents.
The Knoxville Chamber has invited expert panelists to come together and share how businesses in our community can:

advocate at the local and state level for childcare issues
support their working parent employees
and hear from companies who have successfully implemented innovative childcare solutions

Lunch & Learn - CO.LAB - Brand Positioning for your Business
2024-02-13 12:00 - 13:00
Come learn at UTC’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship with CO.LAB!
There are so many topics you can expand your knowledge on… and we want to help you!
Come create new skill sets and build your professional profile through a number of courses, including topics like:
✨ Building your Brand
✨ EVERYTHING Sustainable Mobility (quantum, freight, etc.)
✨ Mental Health Resources in your Workplace
Reserve your spot today!
This event is on the second floor of the James R. Mapp building. Pizza will be provided.
In-person fee: $5
Virtual attendance options are available.

CEO of Angelique Adams Media Solutions LLC speaks to students at VolCourt
2024-02-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Haslam Business Building, UT Knoxville
Vol Court sessions are held on Tuesday evenings during the fall and spring semesters. UT students, faculty, staff, alumni, and local community members are all welcome to attend. Current UT students who attend two of the three speaker sessions in person will be eligible to pitch in week four. Winners of other competitions are not eligible to pitch the same business idea at Vol Court, but you are encouraged to attend and learn from our speakers. There is no application or cost to attend this series.

Software Developer Meetup
2024-02-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Spark Plaza, 404 South Roan Street, Johnson City
TriDev is a monthly software development meetup with a wide range of topics in order to mix a wide range of people. Topics include code, IoT and maker projects, VR/AR, design, soft skills, leadership, and more.
Each meetup starts at 6PM with a few minutes of chat and networking. At 6:15 a speaker gives the talk on the topic of the night. We try to limit the talk to an hour, so at 7:15 we can start our giveaways. We try and dismiss around 7:30 to have some time for discussion or extra Q/A with the speaker for folks who want to hang around, but allow for others to get home or to other obligations if needed. After the talk, we move to Main Street Pizza where our food sponsor, TekSystems, supplies pizza (on your own for drinks)!

Lunch and Learn -ACEI
2024-02-22 12:00 - 13:00 | ACEI Accelerator, UT Research Foundation’s (UTRF) Business Incubator behind the College of Veterinary Medicine
The ACEI Accelerator Lunch & Learn Series hosts several Lunch & Learns throughout the semester bringing in industry experts and seasoned entrepreneurs to tell their story and provide valuable insights. Throughout this series, you will find a vast variety of topics that are relevant to any entrepreneur, intrapreneur and innovative thinkers. Lunch is always provided, so you can enjoy a delicious meal while gaining practical tips and networking with like-minded individuals, making this event a powerful opportunity to fuel your entrepreneurial journey.
These Lunch & Learns are open to ALL UTK students, faculty, staff, and the Knoxville community members. They are currently in-person only.

Small business resources for creatives
2024-02-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Kingsport Center for Arts and Technology
Create Appalachia’s Kingsport Center for Art & Technology, 225 W Center Street
Are you an artist or creator ready to transform your passion into a thriving small business? Unlock the door to entrepreneurial success with our illuminating workshop, “Small Business Resources for Creatives.” Designed exclusively for artists and creators, this course will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and a simple road map to navigate the small business landscape, harness available resources, and elevate your artistic pursuits into a sustainable and legally compliant small business.
Aundrea’s tow key learning objectives in this course:
1. Navigating Available Resources: Discover an extensive array of resources tailored to small business owners and entrepreneurs, which are equally valuable for artists and creators. From grants and funding opportunities to networking events and online platforms, learn how to leverage these resources strategically to elevate your business prospects and creative endeavors.
2. Legalizing Your Creative Venture: Navigate through the intricacies of business registration, licensing, intellectual property protection, and tax obligations specific to the creative industry.
If you’re ready to take the leap from creative passion to thriving business, “Small Business Resources for Creatives” is your roadmap to success. Join us to gain a comprehensive understanding of available resources, and legal considerations uniquely tailored to artists and creators. Empower yourself to turn your creative hobby into a legitimate, profitable, and sustainable enterprise.
Join us to learn from one of the region’s most respected small business experts!
DONATIONS ARE REQUESTED BUT NOT REQUIRED. We’re a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and we reinvest all money collected from fees and donations back into serving creatives in our region. The suggested donation for this class is $10-$20. Please donate what you feel you can afford, but if you can’t, we completely understand. Please join us anyhow!
AUNDREA Y. SALYER, Brenau University MBA, is currently the Senior Business Counselor of the Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at East Tennessee State University Kingsport Affiliate Office, and Chief Business Development Officer of the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship at the Kingsport Chamber. She has provided technical assistance to over 1,800 individuals or businesses during her nearly 17 years as a professional business consultant. Also during her time, she has helped others start more than 100 businesses, helped owners create more than 1,400 new jobs, and helped businesses access more than $47M.
Aundrea has earned the designation of Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), a national recognition that distinguishes qualified and dedicated practitioners in the economic development field and sets the standard of excellence within the profession. She is also the author of two books: Startup Savvy: Strategies for Optimizing Small Business Survival & Success — and Superwoman Smarts: Activating Leadership & Substance. Most recently, Aundrea completed the Cornell University Women in Entrepreneurship Certificate Program.
Create Appalachia strives to make the Appalachian Highlands a better place to live and work by supporting innovation and entrepreneurship centered around the arts and creativity. We work to sustain an environment that will generate new businesses, provide jobs in arts-based businesses, and highlight the important role that creativity plays in the region’s economic vitality.
The Arts@Work Series supports entrepreneurial and self-employed artists and makers who wish to develop their professional business skills. Topics include introductions to business strategy, marketing, communication and promotion, pricing, and client relations. The 2021-2022 Arts@Work series was curated to meet the particular needs of small creative businesses.
About KOSBE: In 2004, the Kingsport Chamber and City of Kingsport jointly formed the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE), to specifically nurture, counsel and encourage the continued robust growth and development of startups and existing small businesses in Kingsport, Tennessee.
We’re very grateful to KOSBE and Aundrea for their sponsorship of this particular workshop.

Annual Legislative Reception - Launch TN
2024-02-27 16:00 - 19:00 | Zeppelin Rooftop Restaurant and Bar, 505 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201
Annual Legislative Reception (4-7 PM), powered by LaunchTN, hosted by Pinnacle Financial Partners
Location: Zeppelin Rooftop Restaurant and Bar, 505 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201
Mingle with policy makers and learn more about Launch Tennessee’s network of partners and resources.

Vol Court Pitch Competition
2024-02-27 17:30 - 18:30 | Haslam Business Building, UT Knoxville

Innovator Day
2024-02-28 09:30 - 18:00 | Tennessee State University, 3500 John A Merritt Blvd, Nashville, TN 37209
Location: Tennessee State University, 3500 John A Merritt Blvd, Nashville, TN 37209
Learn about commercialization grant opportunities, get a look inside Tennessee State University labs, connect with innovators and hear industry leaders pitch challenges to today’s pressing problems.
LaunchTN Annual Public Meeting (9:30 AM – 10:15 AM)
Join LaunchTN at Innovation Week for a critical conversation about Tennessee’s technology future. Delve into the recent RTI report on the state of innovation, explore actionable recommendations for building a stronger ecosystem, and learn more about LaunchTN’s vision for the Tennessee Technology Advancement Consortium.
Mid-South Innovation-Corps Hub Info Session (10:15 AM – 11:15 AM)
Join Mid-South Innovation Hub Director Charleson Bell to learn more about the National Science Foundation’s Innovation Corps, an immersive entrepreneurial training program and $50,000-grant for research commercialization. The NSF Mid-South I-Corps Hub is led by Vanderbilt University.
Break (11:15 AM – 11:30 AM)
Tennessee State University I-Corps Innovator Showcase (11:30 AM – noon)
Hear quick pitches from startup innovators through the I-Corps Program Innovator Entrepreneurship Bootcamp on technologies they’ve built.
Call for Innovators: Can You Solve Industry R&D Challenges? (noon – 12:30 PM)
Hear from leaders at four companies across the Agriculture, Energy, Mobility, and Life Science industries in Tennessee to learn more about their research and development needs and how startups can solve them.
Innovation Expo Exchange & Networking Luncheon (noon – 1:30 PM)
Connect with partners from across the Tennessee innovation ecosystem, including the Mid-South i-Corp Hub, LaunchTN, the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Nashville Mayor’s Office, Corner to Corner, BioTN, TennSmart, AgLaunch, Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council, Project FinTech, Proof Incubator, and more.
*If you’re interested in connecting with TSU students, faculty, and entrepreneurs, complete this application to be considered for a booth at the Innovation Expo.
TSU Lab Tour (1:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Take a tour of the lab resources at TSU that are available through the Division of Research and Sponsored Programs.
Innovator Reception (5 – 6 PM)
Faculty innovators in Nashville can connect with startups and entrepreneurship support personnel during this networking happy hour event.

Spark Women - the 2024 Advancer
2024-02-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Spark Plaza, 404 South Roan Street, Johnson City
Description:
Spark Women proudly presents “The 2024 Advancer – Embracing Opportunities for Growth,” a workshop meticulously tailored for ambitious businesswomen in the Appalachian Highlands. This enlightening session is dedicated to those ready to embrace new opportunities and achieve substantial growth in the year 2024.
Panelists: To be announced
Key Highlights:

Embracing Continued Education: Delve into how lifelong learning and educational advancements can accelerate your career.
Navigating Personal Challenges: Learn effective strategies to overcome personal hurdles that may impede, or may be perceived to impede, your career progression.
Breaking Industry Barriers: Acquire insights on conquering the fear of exploring new industries and diversifying your professional experience.
Staying Accountable: Understand the importance of self-accountability in ensuring steady and significant career development.

This workshop promises an environment of learning, growth, and networking, providing you with the tools and knowledge to be a front-runner. Join us for a needle moving experience with Spark Women, and step into 2024 as a dynamic and advancing professional!

2024 INSPIRE SURE Summit -FoundersForge
2024-02-29 12:00 - 16:00 | 3515 Bristol Highway Johnson City, TN 37601
Join FoundersForge At the INSPIRE SURE Summit, a pivotal gathering designed to connect and empower individuals and organizations involved in supporting Substance Use Disorder Recovery and reintegration into the workforce. This unique event focuses on the Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia regions, with an eye towards broader impact in the future.
Attendees will gain invaluable insights from recovery support organizations that have successfully incorporated entrepreneurship into their programs. Additionally, hear inspiring stories from entrepreneurs who have navigated their recovery journey and subsequently launched successful businesses.

'What's the Big Idea' pitch competition
2024-03-03
What’s the Big Idea 48 Hour Launch is an accelerator-style competition designed to inspire entrepreneurial action. The competition will bring together bright minds in early March to participate in an intensive period of prototyping, community building, planning, incubation, and launching. The winning idea will be advanced to the Knoxville Entrepreneur Center’s CO.STARTER Program and will be eligible for $10,000 in prize money after completing the program.

Lunch & Learn - CO.LAB - Media Training for Professionals
2024-03-12 12:00 - 13:00 | 410 E 8th Street Suite 212 Chattanooga, TN 37403

Techstars Industries of the Future Accelerator Kickoff
2024-03-18 17:30 - 19:30
Join Techstars Industries of the Future Accelerator for it’s kickoff event. Meet the founders and network with colleagues and industry leaders. Heavy appetizers and refreshments. Sponsored by Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Tennessee Valley Authority, and University of Tennessee.
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM- Arrive and network

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM- Meet the founders

7:00 PM – 7:30 PM – Network with colleagues

Lunch & Learn: Business Finance Basics with Truist
2024-03-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Knoxville Entrepreneur Center, 17 Market Square
Lunch & Learn: Business Finance Basics with Truist
Knoxville, TN – March 18, 2024 – The Knoxville Entrepreneur Center is pleased to announce a collaborative event with Truist, one of the nation’s leading financial services companies, to present a Lunch & Learn session on Business Finance Basics. This educational opportunity will take place on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the Knoxville Entrepreneur Center located at 37902.
This Lunch & Learn session aims to equip entrepreneurs and business owners with essential knowledge about managing finances effectively. Representatives from Truist will delve into crucial topics including managing business cash flow, strategies for building and expanding businesses, and methods to safeguard business assets.
“Understanding the fundamentals of business finance is paramount for the success of any venture,” said Jim Biggs, Executive Director at the Knoxville Entrepreneur Center. “We are excited to partner with Truist to offer this invaluable learning opportunity to our community of entrepreneurs.”
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals in the financial industry, gaining insights and strategies to better manage their business finances and drive growth.
Lunch will be provided for all attendees, offering a relaxed and interactive environment for networking and learning.
To register for the Lunch & Learn: Business Finance Basics with Truist, please visit https://www.tickettailor.com/events/knoxvilleentrepreneurcenter/1185615.

Capitol Connections - Knoxville Chamber
2024-04-05 08:00 - 09:00 | Knoxville Chamber, 17 Market Square, Knoxville
Learn what’s happening at the Tennessee General Assembly during a discussion with members of the House of Representatives. Each representative will have an opportunity to share their priorities for 2024 and thoughts on current business issues within our community.
*Light breakfast and refreshments will be served.

Building an Ecosystem: Advising & Investing into Tennessee Ventures
2024-04-05 16:00 - 18:00 | 465 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
Join Duofounder for an enlightening workshop at Techstars Industries of the Future led by Sergio Marrero of the Robin Hood Foundation.
​This event is designed for venture capital investors and startups keen on exploring strategies for fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem through insightful investing and mentorship.
​Dive into the dynamics of ecosystem building and discover how you can play a pivotal role in nurturing Tennessee’s burgeoning venture scene.

​Understand the Current Landscape: Gain a comprehensive overview of Tennessee’s venture ecosystem, identifying key players, achievements, and untapped opportunities.
​Actionable Strategies: Equip yourself with actionable strategies for attracting investment, securing mentorship, and leveraging ecosystem resources to accelerate your startup’s growth.
​Best Practices for Ecosystem Building: Learn best practices for contributing to and benefiting from a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, focusing on collaboration and innovation.

​Hybrid Session: 4 pm – 5 pm
​You can choose to join us in person or attend virtually.
​Setting the Stage with Taylor Bozarth from Duofounder: An overview of the agenda and a welcome to the Tennessee startup ecosystem.
​About Duofounder
​ DuoFounder provides Co-founder as a Service, connecting Tennessee startups with fractional experts who share their vision and fill essential skills gaps. Duofounder acts as a bridge within the Tennessee startup community, promoting synergy between startups, industry partners, and active investors, all driving forward the innovation ecosystem in Tennessee.
​Ecosystem Overview with Eller Kelliher from Launch Tennessee: An introduction to Tennessee’s current venture landscape, highlighting key players, achievements, and opportunities.
​​About Launch Tennessee
​​Launch Tennessee is a 501(c)3 that supports the startup ecosystem through capital, connections and commercialization. They are a public-private partnership uniquely positioned to provide direct investment, while also supporting collaboration among entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, private sector institutions and government.
​Building an Investment Ecosystem with Sergio Marrero: A deep dive into the principles of ecosystem building, sharing best practices for investment and mentorship to fuel growth and innovation.
​About Sergio Marrero
​​Sergio Marrero is the Managing Director of Blue Ridge Labs, the innovation lab of the Robin Hood Foundation, the largest poverty fighting organization in New York City. He is also Founder of Rebel One, an investor network focused on accelerating founders for a better world. He graduated from the Harvard Business School and the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. Previously he led the George Schultz Innovation Fund at the University of Chicago and worked at Gotham Ventures, PepsiCo, Teach For America, and Deloitte Consulting. While in graduate school he conducted his thesis on venture studios and accelerating impact innovation at the intersection of business and government.
​In-Person: 5pm – 6pm
​Happy Hour: A networking session for attendees to connect, share insights, and foster collaborations over drinks. A perfect opportunity to meet like-minded professionals and discuss potential synergies in a relaxed environment.

Wellness Innovation Summit
2024-04-06 16:00 - 20:30 | Knoxville Convention Center
Billed as a transformative and immersive experience designed to enrich both an individual’s personal growth and professional journey, the event begins at 4 p.m. EDT with a two-hour lineup of speakers who are thought leaders in health, wellness, technology, entertainment, and inspiration. These experts will share insights and innovations, offering attendees a unique opportunity to gain knowledge and inspiration from the best in the field. Speakers include:

Stacie Croffe, Chief Executive Officer of Facey Stacey Health Spa in Novi, MI;
Emily Steines, a Holistic Health Coach and Founder of boopbod;
Dr. Leslie Dobson, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience; and
Wedge Martin, a serial entrepreneur who founded several start-ups in Data Analytics, Augmented Reality, and Artificial Intelligence including Badgeville that raised $ 40 million in its first two years and pioneered Gamification in Silicon Valley.

At 6 p.m., the event transitions into an elegant dinner.
A portion of the proceeds from the event will be dedicated to Let Her Speak in support of its mission to elevate all women’s voices, to facilitate deeper conversations, to inspire lasting change in our communities, and to build a stronger support system for more women to lead.
“Get ready to delve into a world of inspiration and exploration like never before seen in Knoxville,” says Malhotra. During the event, she will unveil her new book titled Women in Wellness: The Empowering Journey of 35 Female Leaders in Wellness. This collection of empowering stories showcases the resilience, leadership, and innovation of 35 influential women in the wellness industry.
Tickets are available at this link.

The Wellness Innovation Summit
2024-04-06 16:00 - 21:00 | Knoxville Convention Center

Women in Entrepreneurship: Social media marketing myths
2024-04-09 09:00 - 10:30 | Knoxville Entrepreneur Center, 17 Market Square
Women in Entrepreneurship (WiE) is a local group committed to empowering women in business through community and connection.
Started in 2016, Women in Entrepreneurship (WiE) is a community of entrepreneurs, supporters, and advocates that meetup to share stories, tips, and advice for any woman either running a business or wanting to start one.
Join us on Tuesday, April 9th! In this month’s meeting, we will host a panel discussion with social media marketing experts! Panelist info coming soon.
This month’s breakfast is sponsored by: Amazing Graze!

Lunch and Learn - ACEI
2024-04-09 12:00 - 13:00 | ACEI Accelerator, UT Research Foundation’s (UTRF) Business Incubator behind the College of Veterinary Medicine

Lunch & Learn - CO.LAB - Mental Health in the Workplace
2024-04-09 12:00 - 13:00 | 410 E 8th Street Suite 212 Chattanooga, TN 37403

Ballard Innovation Award
2024-04-10 15:00 - 17:30 | Jewelry TV, 9600 Parkside Drive, Knoxville
The Ballard Innovation Award is the largest gift of cash and in-kind services available to East Tennessee entrepreneurs and startups—a reflection of PYA’s commitment to the region.
RSVP today: https://www.pyapc.com/ballard-innovation-award-rsvp/

Knoxville Entrepreneur Center - Open House
2024-04-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Knoxville Entrepreneur Center, 17 Market Square
If you are new to Knoxville and looking to get connected to the KEC community, this is the event for you! https://www.tickettailor.com/events/knoxvilleentrepreneurcenter/1113665?

Amplify 423
2024-04-11 12:00 - 13:00 | White Star Station, 133 W Broadway Avenue, Maryville
Amplify423 is a NEW series of events and workshops dedicated to helping Tennessee founders learn, grow, and stay connected. Our mission is to provide startups with the tools and resources they need to launch and grow successfully—in our region and beyond. Most importantly, we hope to spotlight founders and industry leaders in our community and emphasize the innovation happening here in the mountains.
Best of all, you don’t have to be a founder or apart of a startup to join us! Everyone is welcome! Come be apart of the biggest entrepreneurial network in our region.
Sponsored by FoundersForge
FoundersForge is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization on a mission to build the Startup ecosystem in the Appalachian Highlands. We believe in underdog Entrepreneurs and helping them on their Startup journey.

Find your funding, professional panel
2024-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 | 114 N Cedar Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501
Join The Biz Foundry for an exciting event where you can learn all about securing funding for your business! A panel of experts will share their insights and experiences to help you navigate the world of funding. Whether you’re a startup looking for investors or an established business seeking growth capital, this event is perfect for you. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and get valuable advice from local industry professionals.

Knox County Schools Hiring Expo
2024-04-18 09:00 - 14:00 | Jacob Building at Chilhowee Park
The 2024 Knox County Schools (KCS) Hiring Expo is taking place at the Jacob Building at Chilhowee Park and Exposition Center on April 18, 2024! KCS is excited to offer this opportunity to 11th and 12th grade students from Knox County High Schools and community members.
Business and Post-Secondary Organizations (Vendors) may have two representatives present at their booth.
DATE:
Thursday, April 18, 2024
EVENT TIME:
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – KCS Students
LOCATION:
Jacob Building at Chilhowee Park and Exposition Center
ADDRESS:
3301 E Magnolia Ave Knoxville, TN 37914
SETUP TIMES:
Thursday, April 18, 2024 – 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
BOOTH INFORMATION:
Booths are $200. Each booth contains one rectangular table with two chairs, and Wi-Fi access. Breakfast and lunch are also provided. An electrical connection is available upon request. (Extension cords are not provided.)
REMINDERS: A confirmation email will be sent once you have registered for the Hiring Expo. Reminder emails with additional information will be sent out leading up to the event.
For questions, please email 865ready@knoxschools.org.

South Waterfront Pedestrian Bridge Informational Session
2024-04-18 09:00 - 22:00 | Knoxville Chamber, 17 Market Square, Knoxville
Join the Knoxville Chamber as we welcome Rebekah Jane Justice, Chief of Urban Design and Development for the City of Knoxville, Ben Bentley, Executive Director and CEO of Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation, and Brandon Pace, Architect with Sanders Pace Architecture as they share about the South Waterfront Pedestrian bridge proposal, planning, and partnerships.
The City of Knoxville has long been an advocate for a pedestrian bridge that would link the South Knoxville community to the downtown area and the University of Tennessee. Last September, the project experienced significant advancement when the city accepted $20 million in Tennessee Department of Transportation funds specifically earmarked for building the bridge. The project has again progressed with the City’s application for $25 million in federal funds through the RAISE grant.
The pedestrian bridge will continue to reflect the 20-year plan for the revitalization and preservation of the South Waterfront in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Innovation Crossroads networking
2024-04-18 15:30 - 17:30 | Smoky Mountain Brewery (11308 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934)
🍻 Raise a glass to entrepreneurs! Join John E. Derrick, CEO of Authentrics.ai, as he speaks about his journey to founding a company.
📅 Thursday, April 18, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. (Eastern Time)
📍 Smoky Mountain Brewery (11308 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934)
We hope to see you there!
