• ‘Yes-Worthy’ Loans – Learning to write strong applications

    First Bank, 5537 Kingston Pike, 37919

    Presented by FirstBank, small business owners will learn exactly what it takes to turn a loan application into a confident “yes.” In this workshop, we'll cover: Understand what lenders look...

  • Coffee & Conversations | Meet the new CEO of the Oak Ridge Chamber

    201 Cafe and Wine Bar 201 Jackson Square, Oak Ridge, Tennessee

    Join the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce as they welcome a new President and Chief Executive Officer, Tamara Fleischhaker. This special Coffee & Commerce will be a Welcome Breakfast Reception, honoring...

  • Morning Momentum: Student Startups from the Anderson Center

    Maple Hall 414 South Gay Street, Knoxville, TN

    Morning Momentum is back, and at a brand new venue! This monthly series takes place every first Wednesday at 8:30 AM at Maple Hall. It’s designed to help small business owners...

  • Startup Mountain Summit

    ETSU Brinkley Center

    The BIGGEST Startup Conference in Appalachia is back this November 6-8th in Johnson City, TN, at the ETSU Brinkley Center. Join founders from across the nation for a unique, 3-day experience in the...

    $75
  • KTech Pulse Summit 2025

    JTV, 9600 Parkside Drive, Knoxville

    Find out what’s happening in the Knoxville tech industry and celebrate the innovative work of entrepreneurs & organizations in East Tennessee! Speakers from Knoxville-based organizations will share about projects featuring...

  • The Pitch – FoundersForge

    ETSU Brinkley Center

    The Pitch is Northeast Tennessee’s premier startup competition, kicking off the Startup Mountain Summit with a high-stakes battle for $10,000 and bragging rights. The Pitch is open to the general...

  • SXSW Pitch Applications Due!

    Apply to showcase at SXSW Pitch 2026, a premier startup competition judged by investors and media. Review eligibility, categories, and fees. Applications close November 7. The 18th annual SXSW Pitch, where...

  • Pricing & Customer Experience: Lunch & Learn

    Knoxville Entrepreneur Center, 17 Market Square

    In this session led by the founder of All Y’all Skincare, you’ll explore how pricing choices shape customer perception and experience. Learn real-world tactics for setting prices that feel right for you and your...