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While 2020 has been unprecedentedly low on business events due to the coronavirus epidemic, there are still some great events you can attend virtually or in person while social distancing that allow us to remember the feeling of being connected to our community networks. Whether you have an established business in Tennessee or you’re just starting to work from home for the first time, there are events in the state from which you can benefit, listed below by city.
NASHVILLE
Entrepreneurship for Beginners – Startup | Entrepreneur Hackathon Webinar
This virtual event will occur every Tuesday in August 1:00 – 3:00 PM and appeal to those with a business dream they have not quite mastered.
What You Need to Know About Tech as a Non-Technical Founder by The Nashville Entrepreneur Center
Monday, September 21 from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, you can learn best startup practices from community leaders and local entrepreneurs at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center.
2020 Fast 50 Forum & Awards presented by CapStar Bank
Join this virtual event Thursday, August 27, 2:00 – 3:00 PM as Nashville Business Journal publisher Lori Becker goes one-on-one with CEOs to share the secrets of Nashville’s fastest-growing companies.
Rooted in Tennessee and in the spirit of community, culture, & connection; 36|86 will now bring together a global audience online, August 17 – 28, 2020.
CHATTANOOGA
Chattanooga’s upcoming events are perfect for beginners, whether that is people beginning to work remotely or beginning a new business venture!
Bookkeeping Basics for Entrepreneurs & Start-Ups – Free Seminar
This free seminar will occur every Monday from August until March 1st, 2021, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at INCubator (100 Cherokee Blvd. Chattanooga, TN 37405). New to being an Entrepreneur? This information-packed class covers 10 of the most common bookkeeping mistakes and practical, efficient solutions to overcome them.
Remote Work 101 by Chattanooga State Community College (open to all)
This remote work seminar is Tuesday, August 4, 3:00 – 4:00 PM and has been designed to help the transition from a traditional office environment go more smoothly, with tips on specific programs to general virtual etiquette.
KNOXVILLE
Women in Entrepreneurship Coffee 2020
The second Tuesday of every month, 9:00 – 10:30 AM, Knoxville Entrepreneur Center (17 Market Square Suite 101 Knoxville, TN 37902) has a coffee group designed for women in any stage of business to meet, network, and support each other.
East Tennessee STEM Hub – STEM Sparks (UT Knoxville virtual event)
Join the East Tennessee STEM Hub every week for STEM Sparks – tasks and activities to SPARK your learning of concepts related to STEM! Please note – the dates that STEM Sparks are posted varies each week, so be sure to check out the website for updates.
OAK RIDGE
The Summit Virtual Conference and Trade Show
August 13, 2020 is The Summit Virtual Conference, an opportunity to network with and engage business leaders from across East Tennessee.
We hope this list helps you stay active and engaged with the Tennessee business community during these unusual times. For more from iRis Networks check out our latest posts here, and you can also email us at connect@irisnetworksusa.com.
While 2020 has been unprecedentedly low on business events due to the coronavirus epidemic, there are still some great events you can attend virtually or in person while social distancing that allow us to remember the feeling of being connected to our community networks. Whether you have an established business in Tennessee or you’re just starting to work from home for the first time, there are events in the state from which you can benefit, listed below by city.
NASHVILLE
Entrepreneurship for Beginners – Startup | Entrepreneur Hackathon Webinar
This virtual event will occur every Tuesday in August 1:00 – 3:00 PM and appeal to those with a business dream they have not quite mastered.
What You Need to Know About Tech as a Non-Technical Founder by The Nashville Entrepreneur Center
Monday, September 21 from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, you can learn best startup practices from community leaders and local entrepreneurs at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center.
2020 Fast 50 Forum & Awards presented by CapStar Bank
Join this virtual event Thursday, August 27, 2:00 – 3:00 PM as Nashville Business Journal publisher Lori Becker goes one-on-one with CEOs to share the secrets of Nashville’s fastest-growing companies.
3686 Festival
Rooted in Tennessee and in the spirit of community, culture, & connection; 36|86 will now bring together a global audience online, August 17 – 28, 2020.
CHATTANOOGA
Chattanooga’s upcoming events are perfect for beginners, whether that is people beginning to work remotely or beginning a new business venture!
Bookkeeping Basics for Entrepreneurs & Start-Ups – Free Seminar
This free seminar will occur every Monday from August until March 1st, 2021, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at INCubator (100 Cherokee Blvd. Chattanooga, TN 37405). New to being an Entrepreneur? This information-packed class covers 10 of the most common bookkeeping mistakes and practical, efficient solutions to overcome them.
Remote Work 101 by Chattanooga State Community College (open to all)
This remote work seminar is Tuesday, August 4, 3:00 – 4:00 PM and has been designed to help the transition from a traditional office environment go more smoothly, with tips on specific programs to general virtual etiquette.
KNOXVILLE
Women in Entrepreneurship Coffee 2020
The second Tuesday of every month, 9:00 – 10:30 AM, Knoxville Entrepreneur Center (17 Market Square Suite 101 Knoxville, TN 37902) has a coffee group designed for women in any stage of business to meet, network, and support each other.
East Tennessee STEM Hub – STEM Sparks (UT Knoxville virtual event)
Join the East Tennessee STEM Hub every week for STEM Sparks – tasks and activities to SPARK your learning of concepts related to STEM! Please note – the dates that STEM Sparks are posted varies each week, so be sure to check out the website for updates.
OAK RIDGE
The Summit Virtual Conference and Trade Show
August 13, 2020 is The Summit Virtual Conference, an opportunity to network with and engage business leaders from across East Tennessee.
We hope this list helps you stay active and engaged with the Tennessee business community during these unusual times. For more from iRis Networks check out our latest posts here, and you can also email us at connect@irisnetworksusa.com.
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