The Blount Partnership's Best of Blount Awards are returning to the grand ballroom at the Airport Hilton on February 2, 2024. The awards celebrate those individuals and businesses that give their time and resources to make this area an outstanding place to live and work. Nominations are open for the awards, so please submit the name of someone you think is deserving.

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tnAchieves is in need of 60 Blount County volunteer mentors to serve the Class of 2024! Mentors guide, support and encourage local students in the critical transition from high school to college. With just one hour per month, mentors make a lasting impact in their community. The deadline to apply is Oct. 20.

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Celebrate Two Men and Truck's 25th anniversary with an Open House Celebration and Networking Event on October 18 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at its location at 6136 Western Ave., Knoxville.

For its 25th anniversary, it's offering 25% off boxes with a booked move.

Join us for La Cucina | The Italian Apron Marketplace ribbon cutting on October 19 at 10:30 a.m. at 331 Whitecrest Dr., Maryville.

Check out its online ordering for a take home meal or individual ingredients.

How much time do you spend marketing and selling each week? How effective is your time spent?

This presentation on October 19 from 9-10 a.m. at the Blount Partnership will walk you through how to pick the right tools for your business and your approach.

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This online presentation, scheduled for October 20 from 11 a.m.-noon, is designed to demystify cybersecurity without drowning you in technical jargon, in clear, everyday language, we'll explore how cybersecurity impacts our lives daily and why it's crucial to navigate this digital landscape with confidence.

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The U.S. Government has made contracting with domestic manufacturers a priority to help alleviate supply chain issues. The process for manufacturers can seem daunting.

But, help is available - for free!

Join us October 24 at 8:30 a.m. at the Blount Partnership for a free training seminar to learn more about how your business can successfully bid on manufacturing contracts with the U.S. Government. 



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Make plans to join Jeff Francis, Tennessee Bureau of Worker’s Compensation, on October 25 at 2 p.m. at the Blount Partnership as he gives an update on Tennessee Workers’ Compensation.

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Join us Oct 25 from 8:30-9:30 at the Blount Partnership for a free educational seminar: "ADA Website Compliance: Why You Need an Accessible Website in 2024" hosted by Baker Marketing Laboratory!

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that all websites must be accessible to people with disabilities, and recent legal updates are making it crucial for businesses to ensure ADA compliance as soon as possible. Fines for non-compliance have been averaging $20,000 - $50,000, so take advantage of this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and protect your business!

This seminar will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to ensure your website is accessible to all users, mitigating risks and maximizing inclusivity. Breakfast and refreshments will be provided.

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This feature is a question-and-answer session with a new Blount County Chamber member. So, here we go with our 201st installment visiting with Jackson Greene, owner of Pursuit Digital which is a full-service digital marketing agency with a focus on web design, social media, and video production.

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Make plans to attend our next Success in 90 “Dealing with Conflict” by Chuck Carringer, Chuck Carringer Executive Coaching, on November 1 at 8:30 a.m.

Attendees will discover the differences and impacts of functional and dysfunctional conflict, explore how effective and cohesive teams navigate conflict, gain insights on building cooperative and collaborative relationships, examine the significance of language and tone in our communication.

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Open the eyes of middle school students to potential careers in your profession or industry with a brief hands-on experience as they ponder potential career paths by participating in the Blount County Career Exploration Fair set for October 25 at the Airport Hilton from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Take part in the next soft skills workshop entitled "Practical Motivational Leadership: It’s What You Do That Counts" on October 27.

Explore steps you can take to inspire and motivate your team, sharpen your leadership skills, define a vision, and transcend from a manager to an inspirational leader.

 

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New workshops are set for October. Take advantage of training opportunities with the SBDC at little or no cost.

View a full list of upcoming on-site workshops and trainings with the SBDC or request a free advising session.