Join us for the 2026 What's The Big Idea Pitch Competition on Sunday, March 22nd. Finale Schedule:  5:30 PM - Doors Open 6:00 PM - Event Kickoff 6:15 PM - Pitches Start 8:00 PM - Winner Announced

This event honors the success of alumni-founded businesses while recognizing Belmont’s Top 100 Founders for their impact in the innovation space.

Join the Knoxville Chamber as Maria McHale, Government Affairs Director for East Tennessee REALTORS®, shares the 2026 Housing Market Forecast and reviews the first few months of the year.

Learn about InvestTN, funding opportunities + more We’re back on the road to share key info on funding, investment opportunities, and how to tap into resources right in your community at our upcoming Capital Conversations events. Next stops:  Tri-Cities on March 24 - RSVP

Ready to turn your food business idea into a viable, sustainable operation? Learn about the Food Business Incubator Program. Are you an early-stage food entrepreneur looking to formalize your business, strengthen your business model, and access hands-on support? Join us for this required info session to learn about the Real Good Kitchen Foundation’s Food Business Incubator...

Mark your calendars for the inaugural AI Tennessee Summit, hosted by the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, in collaboration with the Tennessee AI Advisory Council, SCORE, Vanderbilt University, the University of Memphis, the Oak Ridge National Lab, and the Tennessee Board of Regents. The summit will bring together leaders from government, industry, and academia to explore...

Now fully commissioned at Innovation South in UT Research Park, FCMF is operating at full capacity for technical and high-performance manufacturing and actively advancing workforce development initiatives across K to 12, higher education, and industry. This event will provide an opportunity to see the facility in operation through live machinery demonstrations and cutting edge manufacturing technologies...

Join us for the March Innovation Crossroads Founders' Forum, featuring: Jesse Smith, Manager of Industrial and Economic Development Partnerships at ORNL, offering guidance to early-stage entrepreneurs seeking lab or office space in the Oak Ridge/Knoxville region. Tom Mann, Entrepreneur and Business Mentor, sharing his personal journey, lessons learned, and practical advice for founders. Event Details:...

Learn what’s happening at the Tennessee General Assembly during a discussion with members of the Tennessee State House of Representatives. You will hear about their priorities for 2026 and current business issues within our community.

Join us virtually for the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council’s annual meeting. This event allows TAEBC members, stakeholders, and potential members to celebrate our thriving advanced energy economy. Explore insights on the growing AI industry, fusion energy, updates on the TVA IRP process, and meet our new board members.