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SUMMARY:Childcare & Our Workforce: Policy\, Partnerships\, and Proven Solutions (Oak Ridge)
DESCRIPTION:Access to affordable\, reliable childcare remains a critical workforce challenge\, affecting parents’ ability to work and employers’ ability to recruit and retain employees. As potential solutions continue to be discussed\, understanding what works—and how businesses and community partners can help—is essential to moving forward. \nNovember’s Government Affairs program will feature Blair Taylor\, Founder\, President & CEO of Tennesseans for Quality Early Education (TQEE)\, for a discussion of childcare policy and successful approaches to addressing this ongoing challenge. Drawing on her experience in advocacy and public-private partnerships\, Blair will highlight examples of solutions that have worked and opportunities to support progress in our own community. \nThe conversation will help employers and community members better understand the policies\, partnerships\, and practical steps that can support working parents and strengthen our workforce. Whether through workplace support\, community collaboration\, or engagement in policy discussions\, businesses have an important role to play. \nBring your questions and perspectives as we explore how greater awareness can lead to meaningful action for families\, employers\, and our region.
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LOCATION:Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce\, 1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike\, Oak Ridge\, Tennessee\, 37830\, United States
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SUMMARY:Doing Business With the Local\, State and Federal Government
DESCRIPTION:Date: 11/19/2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM (EST)\nRegistration Deadline: 11/19/2026 9:00 AM (EST)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Jutta Bangs (865) 483-0623\nLocation: Blount Partnership 201 S. Washington Street\, Maryville TN 37804 \nTraining Topics: Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness\nDescription: \n\nThis introductory training session provides small and emerging businesses with a foundational understanding of the government contracting landscape across all levels — local\, state\, and federal. Participants will explore how government agencies procure goods and services\, how to identify contracting opportunities\, and what it takes to position your business for success in the public marketplace. \nWhether you are new to government contracting or looking to expand into new markets\, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to take your first — or next — step with confidence. \nWho Should Attend: Small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and procurement-ready companies interested in breaking into or growing within the government marketplace.
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SUMMARY:ETEC Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the ETEC Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration\, to be held on Friday\, December 4\, 2026\, from 8:30–10:30 a.m. at the Hilton Knoxville Airport. Registration for individual tickets and tables will open in mid-October. This annual breakfast banquet brings the ETEC community together to network\, hear from a keynote speaker\, and celebrate the recipients of the Muddy Boot Award and Postma Young Professional Medal.
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LOCATION:Hilton Knoxville Airport
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SUMMARY:Maker City Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2027 Maker City Summit on January 29 – January 31 at Maker Exchange! \nThe theme this year is MADE.\nHandMADE\, LocalMADE\, HeritageMADE\, MakerMADE …  \nIn a world full of generated things instead of created\, we’re doubling down on the real thing: work made by you\, by instinct\, by people willing to put in the hours to build something that lasts. \nThat is what the weekend is about. \nAs a part-time hobbyist or a full-time entrepreneur\, this is where you’ll learn\, be inspired\, and connect with folks who get what it means to build something from scratch and pour your heart into it. \nEarly Bird pricing is $75 through October 31\, so grab your ticket now before prices go up.
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LOCATION:The Maker Exchange
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SUMMARY:Advanced Composites Technical Conference
DESCRIPTION:IACMI and the Advanced Carbons Council (ACC) are proud to announce the inaugural Advanced Composites Technical Conference (ACTC)\, taking place February 9–11\, 2027\, in Knoxville\, Tennessee. \nBringing together the technologies shaping the future of advanced materials and manufacturing\, ACTC will convene researchers\, engineers\, and industry leaders for three days of technical insights\, collaboration\, and innovation. \nThe conference will feature tours\, demonstrations\, and technical sessions exploring the latest advances in composite mechanics\, process simulation\, material development\, structural design\, and next-generation production methods. \nACTC offers a new opportunity to connect with technical experts and industry peers\, explore emerging technologies\, and discover solutions advancing the next generation of composites and manufacturing.
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