• Applications close for the Spark Cleantech Accelerator

    The Spark Cleantech Accelerator is a 12-week program that kicks off late August at the UT Research Park in Knoxville, Tennessee. The 2025 Spark Cleantech Accelerator will begin on Aug. 25, 2025 and end on Nov. 20, 2025. The program provides mentorship, connections, stipends, prototyping services, and business acceleration services to early stage cleantech entrepreneurs...

  • Small Business & Entrepreneur Conference (Putnam County)

    6000 Tennessee Avenue, Cookeville, TN 38506

    Running a business is hard—we get it. That’s why this one-day conference was built for folks just like you. Whether you’re feeling stuck or just ready to grow, this event will give you the tools, tips, and connections to keep moving forward. You’ll learn from breakout sessions on the stuff that matters: marketing, IT, legal,...

  • KTech Mix & Mingle at the Visit Knoxville Open

    Holston Hills Country Club 5200 Holston Hills Rd, Knoxville

    Join the Knoxville Technology Council at the Visit Knoxville Open for a very special networking event! Mix & mingle in the Holston Hills Clubhouse while enjoying the sweeping views along with open bar & appetizers. Then settle in for an exclusive opportunity to meet & greet with surprise special guests. PLUS all attendees will receive...

  • The Business of Music Panel Knoxville

    Visit Knoxville Visitors Center 301 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN, United States

    Claim your ticket for a special  live event that explores the powerful connection between music, business, and community-building, right here in Knoxville. Hosted by Chris McAdoo, the evening kicks off with a viewing of Episode 4 from KEC's newest podcast season: “You Gotta Find Your People”—a candid and inspiring conversation between acclaimed artist Drew Holcomb and emerging singer-songwriter Kelsi Walker....

  • Chamber Briefing Breakfast

    Knoxville Chamber, 17 Market Square

    The Knoxville Chamber and TenHats would like to invite new investors, new team members of investors, community members, and anyone who wants to hear more about our mission to join us for the Chamber Briefing Breakfast. We will share more about what is going on in economic development, regional enhancement, and talent retention and attraction efforts. Investors...

  • 2nd Annual RJ Young Tech Connect in Nashville

    Ole Red 300 Broadway Nashville, TN 37201

    Join us at RJ Young's Tech Connect, where technology and networking merge. Connect with experts, forge valuable business relationships, and immerse yourself in the technology businesses across the country are using to modernize their offices. Take advantage of having our top partners from around the country in one space to see the latest technologies first-hand....

  • City of Knoxville’s 16th Annual Business Opportunities Breakfast

    500 Howard Baker Jr. Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37915.

    Network & connect with City of Knoxville and partner agencies while learning about business opportunities planned for the next 12-18 months. In celebration of our 16th anniversary of the breakfast, we're rolling out a new format for this years event. The focus of this year's breakfast will be allowing space for the business attendees and...

  • Women in Entrepreneurship (WiE) Knoxville

    Knoxville Entrepreneur Center, 17 Market Square

    Women in Entrepreneurship Knoxville, or “WiE” is a community of nearly 2000 women entrepreneurs that hosts regular monthly meet-ups and is an active Facebook Group community. The monthly meetup takes place on the 2nd Tuesday of Every Month from 9:00 – 10:30 am at KEC, 17 Market Square, Suite 101, Knoxville, TN 37902.

  • THE WORKS 2025 Kickoff Happy Hour

    Maple Room 414 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN, United States

    A 1.5-hour informal networking session with THE WORKS founders, mentors, and community members.

  • Knoxville Chamber Shrimp Boil 2025

    Lighthouse Knoxville, 6800 Baum Drive

    his business climate program will feature great food and the opportunity for business community representatives to meet with local elected officials and others from across the state of Tennessee who have been invited to attend. Two ticket options are available: individual tickets at standing cocktail tables, or table purchases for a sit-down experience. Reserved tables...