Wake up to new business contacts at coffee club sponsored by Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union (Maryville Branch) located at 2325 Market Place Dr., Maryville on June 24 at 7:45 a.m.
Coffees are designed to offer members the opportunity to build business relationships with other members and to gain exposure for their business or organization in an "open house" setting.
Coffees are open to anyone associated with a Chamber member business. Participation is not reserved to the representative(s) listed on the Chamber membership.
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HOPS IN THE HILLS TICKETS ON SALE |
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Join us Saturday, June 26 from 5-9 p.m. in Maryville for the sixth annual Celebration of Fermentation Hops in the Hills Craft Beer Festival set against the backdrop of the Smokies.
This festival allows attendees to sample regional craft beer from the best breweries in the area. This year's festival is located in the Maryville Greenway Amphitheater and will allow extra space for games, lounging and live music.
Festival price includes tastings, food, official event t-shirt and great live music. BUY TICKETS.
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AN INSIGHT INTO MILLENNIALS |
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Make plans to attend our next Success in 90 “Understanding and Retaining Millennials” on July 7 at 8:30 a.m. at the Blount Partnership (201 S. Washington St., Maryville). This session is taught by Ray Pasko, President and Founder of Blue Sky Consulting.
This program provides insight and understanding into what millennial workers look for in a job and what employers can offer them in order to excite motivate and retain them in your organization.
This Program, ID No. 561566, has been approved for 2.00 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
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SMALL BUSINESS CONFERENCE |
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Presented by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, join it for the A2S Small Business National Virtual Conference June 29-30. REGISTER HERE.
What will you find at this free, small business conference?
- A completely virtual, simulated conference accessed from the comfort of your home or office.
- A fun, high-energy, and collaborative environment.
- Business-critical keynote presentations from incredible speakers to drive immediate action and business growth.
- Virtual webinars, panel discussions and workshops delivered by government and industry experts.
- An opportunity to meet one on one with HHS representatives, prime contractors and financial institutions in the virtual exhibit hall.
- eMatchmaking opportunities with federal government and commercial organizations looking for your capabilities.
Free media and reference materials in your virtual swag bag to accelerate your access to success!
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WORKFORCE STRATEGY DISCUSSSION |
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Commissioner for the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development Dr. Jeff McCord is discussing workforce strategy at Pellissippi State Community College (10915 Hardin Valley Rd., Knoxville) on July 15 from 2:30-4 p.m.
McCord will discuss back to work efforts, long term strategies, funds provided to local areas, workforce needs and take questions from employers.
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES YOU NEED |
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On June 23 from 8:30-11 a.m., learn about upcoming City of Knoxville business opportunities planned for the next 12-18 months. There will also be enhanced opportunities to meet the department directors in small group settings. Some of the participating departments include: Engineering, Redevelopment, Police, Fire, Fleet, Knoxville Area Transit, Parks and Recreation, Public Service, and Community Development.
In addition, officials from Knoxville's Community Development Corporation, the Public Building Authority, Knoxville Area Transit and Knoxville Utilities Board will be on hand to outline their projects and business needs.
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GET THE MAX FROM YOUR MEMBERSHIP |
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Learn more about the Blount Chamber and the many opportunities that go along with being a member. Learn how to make the most of the benefits afforded to you with an in-person workshop on June 23 from 3-4 p.m. at the Blount Partnership (201 S. Washington St., Maryville).
Your membership is a corporate membership. Please encourage co-workers to get involved, educated, network and promote your company via Blount Chamber events and opportunities.
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WALLACE REACHES 5000 ELITE |
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Congratulations to CASA of the Tennessee Heartland's Janie Wallace who has achieved 5000 Elite status in the Blount County Chamber of Commerce Ambassador program.
Wallace has been Ambassador of the Month four times in 2021 and continues to assist in retaining members, help members maximize their membership benefits and create lasting connections between members.
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On June 18, Maryville City Manager Greg McClain presented a briefing about the business happenings in the city. View the video below. |
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The June 25 edition of soft skills classes offered by the Blount County Public Library is quickly approaching.
This Zoom Webinar session is entitled "Improving Communication at Work." Effective communication is an essential component of professional success. Learn practical communication strategies that will help make you a better leader, improve productivity, and combat communication breakdowns.
All participants will earn .5 CEUs per session for participating. They will also receive an email survey two months after workshop participation to assess application of new ideas.
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East Tennessee PBS has come up with a creative way to use the power of television to celebrate your message. This package is good for morale for your employees as well as a reasonably priced message to show the community you are striving for success.
Business Awakening Package
- 120 :20 or :30-second spots July, August, September
- Monday-Sunday from 6-11:30 p.m. ROS
- Saturday/Sunday from 8:30- 7 p.m.
- 1 spot production included
- $1600 each month
Programming include: PBS NewsHour, NewsHour Weekend, Sunday Drama Rotation, Antiques Roadshow, Finding Your Roots, Nature, Nova, Miss Fisher's Mysteries, Father Brown Mysteries, Washington Week, Firing Line and Great Performances.
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TSBDC HOLDING IN-PERSON CONSULTATIONS |
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After a year of working remotely, Knox TSBDC is excited to see you in person! Its business specialists will be scheduling in person, telephone and virtual appointments at the Blount County Chamber!
All of our training events will be available online unless noted.
To receive services, you must register with our Small Business Development Center by visiting our website and Requesting Free Advising. Select "Virtual Advising", follow directions from there.
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Every Monday through August 2
June 22 from 3-4:30 p.m.
June 24 from noon-1 p.m.
June 24 from 10-noon
June 24 from 12:15-1:15 p.m.
June 29 from 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
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June 21-27
June 28-July 4
Save the Date
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Volunteer Blount, the United Way of Blount County's comprehensive volunteer database for Blount County, has launched. In order for this database to become a centralized location for potential volunteers to find upcoming opportunities, we are asking that each of your organizations signs up, registers your agency and/or program, and creates needs and events.
Don't forget to post new needs and opportunities as they become available. These opportunities can be in person or virtual. If in person, we ask that you list any safety/social distancing protocols your organization may be following. Please also choose minimum age requirements if any event will feature alcohol.
Below, you will find important steps and links to getting your volunteer opportunities up and running! If you have any questions along the way, email volunteer@unitedwayblount.org.
STEPS
4. Encourage your volunteers to utilize VOLUNTEER BLOUNT and record their hours.
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BE SURE YOU'RE FOLLOWING US |
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If you aren't following us on social media, you must. We are constantly updating information as each day progresses. So, give us a like and stay up-to-date as we move through this crisis.
And follow tourism updates here:
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Here's a great way to offer Member-to-Member deals using your chamber member account. Check the deals.
Members can post Coupons and Discounts to this page at no charge. Click Here
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Topping the Billboard Hot 100 this week in 1988 was "Together Forever" by Rick Astley. It was Astley's second and final US chart-topper.
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