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SUMMARY:2026 Governor's Breakfast | Knoxville Chamber
DESCRIPTION:Join the Knoxville Chamber as we welcome Governor Bill Lee to the 2026 Governor’s Breakfast to reflect on his time in office and share his outlook on the business climate for our region.
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SUMMARY:Women in Tech Expo: Grow Better Together
DESCRIPTION:Network with a diverse group of talented women and invest in your personal & professional growth with a variety of interactive workshops \n\n\n\n\nThe Knoxville Technology Council’s Women in Tech are hosting the fifth annual Women in Tech Expo: Grow Better Together! \nJoin a diverse group of talented women and invest in your personal & professional growth with a variety of motivating workshops\, networking\, keynote presentation\, and more! \nYour ticket includes: \n\nProfessional speakers sharing professional & personal growth advice\nBreakfast\nLunch\nHappy Hour\nNetworking with peers and local leaders\nProfessional Headshot\nWomen in Tech swag\nPrize giveaways from local vendors\n\nEarly Bird Tickets are on sale June 15-26. Save $60 off the standard ticket price! \nKeynote speaker Dr. Jermaine Davis will bring energy\, humor\, and motivation as he shares how to turn setbacks into strategic comebacks. Dr. Davis holds a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership and has partnered with prominent organizations\, including 3M\, the FBI\, West Point\, and Yale University\, to build high-performing teams and thriving workplace cultures. His own story started in the Chicago projects where he lost six family members to violence. That journey fuels his message and led him to become Founder of the Dump The Slump Institute\, author 11 books\, and inspire leaders at every level.
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LOCATION:Knoxville Convention Center
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SUMMARY:Blount Women in Business
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Women in Business! \nYou’re invited to our next Women in Business gathering on Monday\, September 21\, at 12:00 p.m. at the Blount Partnership. \nJoin us for an afternoon of networking\, inspiration\, and meaningful conversation with fellow professional women in our community. Whether you’re looking to build new connections\, gain fresh perspectives\, or simply enjoy time with other women in business\, this is an event you won’t want to miss. \nLunch will be provide and sponsored by Asen Marketing & Advertising  \nWe look forward to seeing you on September 21!
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SUMMARY:Engage Better: The Elevator Pitch & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Navigating Difficult Conversations Mindset shifts\, Practical Tools\, & Emotional Intelligence. Engage Better: Compelling 60-Sec. Asks – Creating Elevator Pitches that drive connection & engagement. Change Your Mindset Overcome Negative Inner Dialogue\, Learn Why It Matters\, Cultivate Healthier Thought Patterns \nBlount Partnership\n201 S. Washington St\nMaryville\, TN 37804 \nBoard Room\n\n\nEvent Contact\nWil Davenport\nSend Email\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026 (8:30 AM – 10:00 AM) (EDT)
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LOCATION:Blount Partnership
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SUMMARY:ACEI Founder Friday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Founder Friday\, a conversation hosted by Haseeb Qureshi (HQ) featuring guest Drew McKenna\, One Knoxville SC\, Managing Partner & Founder!\nDate: Friday\, September 25\, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Location: 121 Tech Hub – 121 E Jackson Ave\, Knoxville\, TN 37915
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LOCATION:121 Tech Hub\, 121 E Jackson Ave\, Knoxville\, TN 37915
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SUMMARY:865 Fest
DESCRIPTION:865 Fest is a full-day entrepreneurial event hosting visionary keynotes\, premier pitch competitions\, thought-provoking panels\, and more! \n\n\n\n\nGather alongside Knoxville’s brightest founders\, investors\, executives and business leaders for insights on transformative tech\, bold business moves and regional success stories. \nDoors will open at 8:30 a.m. for a networking breakfast and registration. Programming will begin at 9 a.m. EST. Lunch will be provided. \nAt the event\, six Knoxville startups will pitch before a live audience and panel of judges in hopes of winning the Judges’ Choice Award and the Crowd Favorite Award\, totaling $15\,000 in cash prizes. \nEmerging entrepreneurs will also showcase their ideas in a student pitch competition for a cash prize\, presented by the Anderson Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at the University of Tennessee\, Knoxville. \n\nThis year\, programming will include featured panel discussions and interactive breakout sessions designed to spark ideas\, foster collaboration\, and celebrate innovation in our region. \nThe program also includes the Traction Award\, presented by Axle Logistics\, an award given to a Knoxville entrepreneur who has made significant progress with their business since participating in Startup Day. \nAfter the formal program\, attendees are invited to stay for a networking happy hour from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Drinks and light snacks will be provided.
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LOCATION:Bridgewater Place\, 205 Bridgewater Road\, Knoxville
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