Marti Townsend- Marketing in Knoxville TN

07/31/2026

Tennessee's tax free weekend for Back To School starts today.

07/13/2026

Early-bird registration ends this Wednesday, 7/15. Don't miss this chance to expand your network, hear from Knoxville business experts and learn about our entrepreneurs and growing business opportunities.

Last call for 865 Fest early-bird registration 📞🐥

Gather with the Knoxville area’s founders, investors, and executives on Sept. 29 at Bridgewater Place for insights on transformative tech, bold business moves and regional success stories.

Register by Wednesday, June 15, at 11:59 p.m. ET to secure early-bird pricing: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/865-fest-tickets-1988641620620?aff=EBsocial

05/01/2026

Support your local businesses!

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04/24/2026

If you or someone you know is considering a start-up, this workshop may be for you!

Whether you are looking to start your first business or add to your empire, our upcoming workshop on franchising is relevant for all experience levels.

This interactive workshop. at KEC on Tuesday, April 28, breaks down the franchise model and helps you determine if investing in a proven system is a better fit for your goals than trying to launch a traditional startup.

The KEC Office will open at 8:30 AM with a light breakfast provided. The workshop will start promptly at 9 AM. Spots are limited, so please RSVP today!

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/knoxvilleentrepreneurcenter/2149517

Meet the facilitator. Brett Ethridge with Legacy Franchise Solutions :

Brett started his first business while in graduate school with the goal of being financially independent by the time he started a family. He succeeded, growing that business to seven figures in annual sales and generating a passive income stream that freed him up to launch a cutting edge business in the EdTech space in 2010.

Coming out of Corporate America to achieve success in different types of businesses across varying industries, Brett understands the needs of a diverse clientele and uses his skills to help match them with the perfect franchise for leaving a lasting legacy.

03/06/2026

Congratulations to the nine Pinnacle Award honorees! So much talent, committment and growth in our little Scruffy City.

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Pinnacle Business Awards, sponsored by Pinnacle Financial Partners. These companies exemplify business excellence in the Knoxville area. Want to learn more about each company? Watch their individual video announcements: https://bit.ly/47pk3jP