BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Teknovation.biz - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Teknovation.biz
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.teknovation.biz
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Teknovation.biz
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082251
CREATED:20251024T182142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T161950Z
UID:88911-1767981600-1767996000@www.teknovation.biz
SUMMARY:Oak Ridge Chamber's Annual Awards Gala: Celebrating the Future
DESCRIPTION:The Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce invites you to step into the future at our Annual Awards Gala\, taking place in January 2026. This year’s theme embraces futuristic innovation and artificial intelligence\, reflecting the Chamber’s vision for a forward-thinking Oak Ridge — a community and business network poised to thrive in the years ahead. \nExperience an evening where technology meets elegance\, with chrome and silver décor\, neon blue accents\, and high-tech touches inspired by the cutting-edge world of AI and robotics. Guests will enjoy immersive visuals\, curated music\, and interactive elements that highlight the possibilities of the future while celebrating today’s achievements.
URL:https://www.teknovation.biz/event/oak-ridge-chambers-annual-awards-gala-celebrating-the-future/
LOCATION:Oak Ridge Conference Center
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.teknovation.biz/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/City-of-Oak-Ridge-LONG.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082251
CREATED:20251201T160122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T160122Z
UID:90351-1768381200-1768384800@www.teknovation.biz
SUMMARY:Economic Outlook with Dr. Don Bruce
DESCRIPTION:Join the Knoxville Chamber for an economic forecast from Dr. Donald Bruce\, Boyd Distinguished Professor at the Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research at the University of Tennessee\, Knoxville. Known for his objective\, non-partisan policy research and evaluation under contracts with an array of government agencies at the federal and state levels\, Dr. Bruce will provide a national perspective on current economic trends.
URL:https://www.teknovation.biz/event/economic-outlook-with-dr-don-bruce/
LOCATION:Knoxville Chamber\, 17 Market Square\, Knoxville
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.teknovation.biz/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Knoxville-Chamber-LONG.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082251
CREATED:20260108T210102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T210102Z
UID:92148-1768554000-1768557600@www.teknovation.biz
SUMMARY:Knoxville Chamber | How businesses can partner with ORNL to drive economic development
DESCRIPTION:Discover how your business can collaborate with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to accelerate innovation and economic growth in our region. Join us for an informative session exploring partnership opportunities\, research collaborations\, and technology transfer programs that help businesses of all sizes leverage ORNL’s world-class resources. \nAttendees will learn how to connect with experts\, access cutting-edge technologies\, and take advantage of programs designed to support entrepreneurship\, commercialization\, and workforce development. \nWhether you’re a startup\, small business\, or established company\, this event will show you how partnering with ORNL can fuel your next stage of growth.
URL:https://www.teknovation.biz/event/knoxville-chamber-how-businesses-can-partner-with-ornl-to-drive-economic-development/
LOCATION:Oak Ridge National Laboratory Manufacturing Demonstration Facility\, 2350 Cherahala Boulevard\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37932
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.teknovation.biz/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Knoxville-Chamber-3-LONG.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082251
CREATED:20260108T173423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T173423Z
UID:92138-1768928400-1768928400@www.teknovation.biz
SUMMARY:Protecting Innovation: Insurance Solutions for Life Sciences
DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on insurance considerations that life science startups should understand early—from risk management to coverage strategies as companies scale. We’re excited to kick off the 2026 Edu Series with this important and often under-discussed topic.\n\nThe event will be immediately followed by networking as part of the Beer & Biotech – please also register for that.
URL:https://www.teknovation.biz/event/protecting-innovation-insurance-solutions-for-life-sciences/
LOCATION:Epstein Becker Green – Nashville Offices\, 1222 Demonbreun St.\, 9th Floor\, Nashville\, TN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.teknovation.biz/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Life-Science-Tennessee-LONG.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082251
CREATED:20260112T194103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T194103Z
UID:92203-1769688000-1769691600@www.teknovation.biz
SUMMARY:Angel Investing 101 - Chattanooga
DESCRIPTION:Curious about how angel investing works? Want to invest in local companies? Join VentureSouth Chattanooga for Angel Investing 101!\n\n\n\nVentureSouth has been angel investing in Chattanooga for four years — and across the southeast for two decades. \nYou do not need to be a finance expert\, multi-millionaire\, or sports franchise owner to be an angel investor. \nThis session provides an overview of what angel investors do and why you might want to consider investing in southeastern startups. \nPlease join Venture South at the Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce\, 3rd floor\, at noon for an introduction to Angel Investing
URL:https://www.teknovation.biz/event/angel-investing-101-chattanooga/
LOCATION:Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce\, 811 Broad St #200\, Chattanooga\, Tennessee\, 37402
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.teknovation.biz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/KTECH-18.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260425T082251
CREATED:20260125T225310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T225310Z
UID:92454-1769731200-1769990399@www.teknovation.biz
SUMMARY:Maker City Summit
DESCRIPTION:For a whole decade\, makers\, dreamers\, and doers have been coming together at The Maker City Summit to build businesses\, spark ideas\, and cheer each other on. And this year\, we’re celebrating 10 years of Making Space: space for creativity\, for community\, and for the next big thing. \nThrough speakers\, workshops\, panel discussions\, and networking opportunities\, you’ll learn how to scale your business\, attract customers\, and build a sustainable brand. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNo matter if you’ve been at this for years or you’re just dipping your toes in\, there’s a seat saved for you. Our lineup’s as diverse as the makers themselves — from painters to potters\, brewers to bakers\, performers to fabricators. Whether you’re 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.
URL:https://www.teknovation.biz/event/maker-city-summit/
LOCATION:Maker Exchange in World’s Fair Park at the Marriott Knoxville & Tennessean Hotels
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.teknovation.biz/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/The-Maker-City-LONG.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T090000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082251
CREATED:20260112T194538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T194538Z
UID:92209-1769758200-1769763600@www.teknovation.biz
SUMMARY:2026 Regional Legislative Agenda Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, local chambers collaborate to create a regional legislative agenda that reflects shared priorities for state-level advocacy. Join the chambers on January 30th  to learn about the finalized agenda during a special program.
URL:https://www.teknovation.biz/event/2026-regional-legislative-agenda-breakfast/
LOCATION:Hilton Knoxville Airport
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.teknovation.biz/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Tennessee_Business_Rural_Health_Feature.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR