Join our October virtual office hours for one-on-one support with your food business, led by Torrie Boggs, Director of Impact at The Real Good Kitchen Foundation. These 30-minute sessions are designed for entrepreneurs developing a business plan or preparing an application for the Food Business Incubator program. Use this time to ask questions, receive feedback,...
We are hosting our second open house in our new corporate office. Join us on the eve of ETEBA BOTC for networking and light refreshments!\ Location 1006 Floyd Culler Ct 1006 Floyd Culler Court Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Molten Salt Reactors are a promising class of advanced nuclear reactors rapidly progressing toward demonstrations. The 12th annual molten salt reactor workshop provides a forum which convenes government, academia, and industry experts to discuss the latest molten salt reactor (MSR) advancements in addition to development programs, international collaborations, and the progress of demonstration efforts. Join...
On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff, and planning committee, we are excited to invite you to register for and sponsor BOTC 2026. This year's conference will shine a spotlight on upcoming business opportunities within government agencies and prime contractors across the energy, environmental, and defense sectors. Beyond a robust agenda designed to enhance...
One course for the people who decide, one for the people who build. Both taught in small rooms in Knoxville by four practitioners who do this work for a living. No buzzword decks, no vendor math, and no prompt libraries. Led by: Marcus Blair: Founder, Omega Digital Solutions John McCulley: Founder, Mack2 Strategy John Derrick:...
Come hang with fellow product and engineering leaders! Swap stories, talk through what you’re building, and meet other folks figuring out how to build great products and lead great teams. No presentations or panels, just good people and good conversation. We will have food and drinks. This event is hosted at a private home near...
Hear directly from UT Athletics about the brand-new 2025 Economic and Community Impact Report Join us for a presentation by Brad Briggs, Deputy Athletics Director and Chief Financial Officer of University of Tennessee Athletics, as he shares insights into the annual operating budget, as well as the recently-released 2025 Economic and Community Impact Report. This...
DOE/Nuclear Workforce Readiness Training @ ORCC 10/28 Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce 1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge TN 37830 DOE/Nuclear Workforce Readiness Training October 28th, 5 pm - 8 pm Explore career opportunities in the DOE and nuclear industries, learn about employers and career pathways, and discover how your existing skills can transfer into...
Join us over lunch pizza to learn about deal terms and valuations for startups How do I structure an investment in my early stage company? How do I evaluate this proposed investment's deal structure? How can we value this startup? If these are the kinds of questions that keep you up at night, this is...
121 Tech HubKnoxville, TN Thursday, October 29 • 4 PM - 6 PM Overview The Champagne Fund — a new community created to bring women together around education, meaningful connections, and Venture Capital. The Champagne Fund | Inaugural LaunchOctober 29 | 4:00–6:00 PM 121 Tech Hub | Knoxville, TN 37915 Complimentary Admission You’re invited to...
Pellissippi State Community College invites students, employees and community members to help shape the search for its next president through a public forum set for next week at the college’s Hardin Valley campus. The next president will succeed L. Anthony Wise Jr., who plans to retire in May 2027 after 30 years of service to...
Morning Momentum is a monthly series designed to connect seasoned business leaders & entrepreneurs experiencing growth challenges. Morning Momentum takes place every first Wednesday at 8:30 AM at Maple Hall. It’s designed to help small business owners tackle growth-related challenges by presenting real issues to seasoned business leaders for immediate feedback. This month, we’re featuring...
Visitor loyalty doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when you notice what your customers do, what they enjoy, and what makes them come back. Every purchase, click, and visit already tells a story and in a town that depends on tourism, those stories matter even more. The best part? You already have the information you...
Date: 11/4/2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (EST) Status: Open - 27 places remaining Registration Deadline: 11/4/2026 9:00 AM (EST) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Jutta Bangs Location: 332 E ML King Blvd, Chattanooga TN 37403-4121 Training Topics: Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Readiness, Manufacturing Description: Could Your Next Big Customer Be the U.S. Government? New customers....
LSTCON is Life Science Tennessee’s annual conference that brings together Tennessee‘s life science ecosystem to collaborate, learn, and build meaningful connections across the state. At LSTCON, you will hear from state and national industry leaders and researchers about topics driving industry change. Past sessions have explored use cases for leveraging AI, the rise of innovation...
Saturday, November 7, 2026 Exact event times will be announced in late October Stop By Anytime Beginning 3 hours before kickoff: UT Vols vs. UK Wildcats Hosted by: Department of Nuclear Engineering Zeanah Engineering Complex University of Tennessee, Knoxville & ETEC | Tennessee Nuclear Network (TN²) Join us to: 🏈 Connect with fellow ETEC/TN²...
Date: 11/9/2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (EST) Registration Deadline: 11/9/2026 1:00 PM (EST) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Jutta Bangs (865) 483-0623 Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness Description: Each year, National Veterans Small Business Week shines a spotlight on the Veterans and service-disabled Veterans who own and operate small...
Join Epicenter, in partnership with the Greater Memphis Medical Device Council (GMMDC), for the Medical Device Operations Challenge Demo Day, where six startup finalists will pitch innovative solutions to real-world operational challenges identified by the medical device industry. From supply chain and manufacturing to inventory and logistics, see how entrepreneurs are tackling some of the...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Valley Authority Board of Directors invites the public to join its quarterly business meeting in person or online as the agency advances America’s energy future. The meeting will be held at 1 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the TVA Knoxville Office Complex Auditorium, 400 West Summit Hill Drive,...
The Tasting Lab gives local food entrepreneurs the opportunity to share their products with potential customers, connect with the community, and receive valuable feedback. Participants can test new ideas, introduce their products, and connect with resources to support the growth of their food business.
Join us for a free networking event connecting local farmers and food producers with regional buyers, chefs, and distributors. Enjoy breakfast, pitch your products, meet industry experts, and build direct commercial partnerships to grow your wholesale sales.
All Veteran-owned small businesses! Certified veteran-owned small businesses (VOSBs) will have the opportunity to pursue sole-source and set-aside contracts at the Department of Veterans Affairs under the VA's Vets First program. Certified service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) will have the opportunity to compete for federal sole-source and set-aside contracts across the federal government. Register for our...
Please join us for a panel discussion with representatives from Dalen Products, KARM, Men of Valor, and Modern Working Moms. Join us virtually for a panel discussion featuring Bob Teska, President of Dalen Products; Jeremy Thornburg, Director of Men's Guest Development at Knox Area Rescue Ministries; Kimberly O’Neal, Founder and CEO of Modern Working Moms;...
Bring together quantum, software, engineering, business, and design talent. Give them a real problem. See what they can build in one weekend. The Tennessee Quantum Hackathon is an interdisciplinary competition for students who are ready to explore practical quantum applications. From challenge to pitch in a weekend. Friday: Kickoff, keynote, networking, final team formation, and...
Date: 11/16/2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (EST) Registration Deadline: 11/16/2026 9:00 AM (EST) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Jutta Bangs Location: Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce 1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge TN 37830 Training Topics: Business Development/Capture Management Description: Networking from 8:30 to 9:00 AM EDT WHAT THIS WORKSHOP DELIVERS Most small business owners...
The Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council will hold its annual Opportunities in Energy event on Tuesday, November 17, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. ET at the Crowne Plaza in downtown Knoxville. This all-day event invites members and stakeholders to hear about new and innovative “opportunities” in the advanced energy sector, including trends, businesses, technologies, partnerships and initiatives. At the...
Learn more about the effort to update Knoxville’s Comprehensive Plan and make your voice heard on what YOU envision for our future. Join us for an introduction to What’s Next Knoxville?, the City of Knoxville and Knoxville-Knox County Planning’s collaborative effort to update our community’s Comprehensive Plan. Representatives from What’s Next Knoxville? will share the...
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. November’s Government Affairs program will feature Blair Taylor, Founder, President & CEO...
Date: 11/19/2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (EST) Registration Deadline: 11/19/2026 9:00 AM (EST) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Jutta Bangs (865) 483-0623 Location: Blount Partnership 201 S. Washington Street, Maryville TN 37804 Training Topics: Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness Description: This introductory training session provides small and emerging businesses with a foundational understanding of the...
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...