Join us on Tuesday, May 5th for a KEC Mentor Network Mingle at Ricky's Bar!  We're bringing together our KEC Mentors and founders that are actively participating in or interested...

Join us for Capitol Connections with Tennessee General Assembly Representatives. Learn what’s happening at the Tennessee General Assembly during a discussion with our local State Senators. They will share their priorities for...

The Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development is hosting the inaugural WorkSource Summit, a new statewide gathering of the leaders shaping Tennessee’s workforce and economy. This no-cost to register, two-day...

Wednesday, May 13 | Covenant Health Park | Knoxville, Tennessee Join founders, innovators, investors, and the wider Knoxville community for an afternoon and evening celebrating innovation. 12:00-2:00 PM Investor Pitch:...

Please join us for a statewide event designed to accelerate the transition of artificial intelligence research into real-world deployment, commercialization, and job creation across Tennessee.  Hosted by AI Tennessee’s Industry...

Thu, May 21 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM  Blount Partnership Downstairs Boardroom Topic: Start-up Assistance Are you interested in starting a business in Alcoa, Maryville, Townsend or any area located...

Last year, 1000+ investors, advisors, and business leaders showed up to Nashville Entrepreneur Day. They didn’t come for inspiration. They came to meet companies with actual traction. Don’t miss your...

Join us for an evening of Peelin' Eatin' & Politickin' at Shrimp Boil 2026! This business climate program will feature great food and the opportunity for business community representatives to...

NEXT Awards and Entrepreneurs’ Hall of Fame is entrepreneurship’s biggest night to honor the up and comers, the game-changers and those that have left a legacy in their wake.