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SUMMARY:2026 Convergent Research Initiatives Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the University of Tennessee-Oak Ridge Innovation Institute’s Third Annual Convergent Research Initiatives Symposium. \nDates: Wednesday\, October 21 – Thursday\, October 22\, 2026\nLocation: University of Tennessee\, Knoxville’s Student Union \nJoin us for a two-day scientific conference to learn more about the work underway in each of our UT-Oak Ridge National Laboratory Convergent Research Initiatives. \nWhat to Expect:\n✨ opportunities for scientific exchange and cross-disciplinary connections\n✨ Keynote Talks by UT-ORNL’s NEWEST Governor’s Chairs\n✨ Engaging presentations BY UT-ORNL researchers\n✨ Student Poster SessionS showcasing the innovative work of UT graduate students\nCome discover the latest science\, discoveries\, and accomplishments emerging from our researchers.
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SUMMARY:Blount Small Business Peer Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next Small Business Peer-to-Peer Group meeting on Wednesday\, October 21 at 8:30 a.m. at Lambert’s Southern Pie & Bake Shop. This group is designed for small business owners and operators to connect in a confidential\, supportive environment. It is not a referral or sales group—our focus is on sharing knowledge\, resources\, and real-world experiences related to running a business. Participants will be divided into small groups to discuss key topics such as: Human Resources Marketing Strategies Customer Acquisition Growth Challenges Strategic Planning Customer Service Financial Management Come ready to engage\, learn\, and support fellow business leaders.We look forward to another productive and engaging discussion. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. \nEvent Contact\nBrenda Farner\n(865) 273-1202\nSend Email
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SUMMARY:Knox Built This: AI\, The Next Chapter
DESCRIPTION:AI:AF – Artisans & Founders\nYou have already made something with AI. Now bring the build you would show in a job interview\, a founder conversation\, or the group chat where everyone asks\, “Wait—how did you do that?” \nThis event is designed for the opposite end of the spectrum from July’s beginner-friendly build night: people across the Knoxville region who are already building with AI and people who want to see what practical\, local work looks like up close. \nExpect 15–20 presenters\, rapid three-minute demos\, time to meet the people behind the work\, and an extended founder or builder spotlight. The aim is intrigue\, not exhaustion. \nFounders\, independent makers\, technical hobbyists\, UT students and faculty\, corporate practitioners\, curious neighbors\, and July alumni with a “v2” are all part of the mix. \nPresenter path – Bring your flex.\nShow one AI build you are proud of. It does not need to expose your secret sauce; it does need to be something the room can see and understand. \n\nA three-minute slot\nName and organization\nA one-line build description\nA link\, when one is available\n\nAttendee path – Come see what Knoxville is making.\nSee real products and experiments in motion—not another slide deck about what AI might do someday. Meet the people shipping AI-enabled products\, building on campus\, experimenting independently\, and applying the technology inside local teams. \nNo presentation required. Bring your questions\, find collaborators and ideas\, and leave with a clearer view of what is already possible here. \nEVENT DETAILS\nWednesday\, October 21\, 2026\n5:00–8:00 PM ET\nUpper atrium at 121 Tech Hub\nHosted by CGI Federal · 121 Tech Hub\nOpening guest: Larisa Brass; Director of Innovation\, Knoxville Chamber\nCost: Free\n 
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LOCATION:121 Tech Hub\, 121 E Jackson Ave\, Knoxville\, TN 37915
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SUMMARY:East TN Tech Architecture
DESCRIPTION:We’re gathering tech infrastructure and software engineering professionals from around the Knoxville region to discuss how AI is changing DevOps. \nMatthew Park will lead a conversational session on what happens when AI accelerates dev output while introducing new challenges around code quality\, testing\, and security.
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LOCATION:Comfort Suites Knoxville West
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