Tennessee Business Forum (TBF) and ThinkTennessee are coordinating The Impact of Energy Summit. The event will bring together business leaders, elected officials, industry experts, and other key stakeholders for a timely discussion on how energy policy, infrastructure, and innovation are shaping Tennessee's future. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges facing the state's...
Join TAEBC and CO.LAB at a summer social on Thursday, August 13, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. ET at Liberty Tower in downtown Chattanooga to celebrate energy, innovation, infrastructure, and emerging technologies. Janet Rehberg, president and CEO-elect of EPB, and Tasia Malakasis, CEO of CO.LAB, will speak on a brief panel moderated by Cortney Piper, executive director...
Join the University of Tennessee, Knoxville University Libraries and the ORIED Office of Entrepreneurship & New Ventures as we celebrate the official launch of the Patent & Trademark Resource Center (PTRC), a new hub for innovation, intellectual property education, and community entrepreneurship support. This full‑day event features campus leaders, expert speakers, hands‑on instruction, and opportunities to explore UT’s...
Join us for the next Small Business Peer-to-Peer Group meeting on Wednesday, August 19 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...
Amplify423 is a series of events and workshops dedicated to helping 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...
Summer Studio Demo Day 2026: Watch UT founders pitch the businesses they built this summer! ACEI Summer Studio Demo Day 2026! Join us as this summer’s cohort of student entrepreneurs takes the stage to pitch the businesses they’ve built from the ground up. Over the course of ten weeks, these founders have gone through it...
Welcome to YPK 101! If you're a young professional looking to grow your network, develop your skills, and make an impact in Knoxville, this event is for you! Whether you're new to the area or a longtime local, YPK 101 is the perfect opportunity to learn how Young Professionals of Knoxville can help you connect,...
Ready to scale your food business? In this 2-hour bootcamp, Chef Holly Hambright will teach you the essentials of working in a shared commercial kitchen, including workflow, food safety, kitchen etiquette, and production efficiency. Perfect for cottage food businesses, food trucks, caterers, and aspiring food entrepreneurs. Prep Like a Pro with Chef Holly Hambright Tuesday,...
Moldex3D and the University of Tennessee will co-host Molding Innovation Day on Aug 26, 2026. This seminar will focus on the latest advancements in simulation solutions developed to address common challenges in injection molding. Sessions will highlight how modern simulation technologies can improve product quality, optimize manufacturing processes, and accelerate development timelines. The event will...
Join us over lunch pizza to learn about the myths and realities of angel investing Angel investing is only for tech billionaires in Silicon Valley. Angel investing only makes sense if you can find the next SpaceX. Angel investing never makes any money. If you've heard these hot takes about angel investing, come along to...
