Programs give a financial boost and expert advice to Knoxville’s African-American entrepreneurs.
Tech Help Wanted
CGI is starting the hiring process for the first cohort of what is expected to be a 300-person operation in Knoxville.
Knoxville Lands CGI Service Center
The global information technology and consulting giant will invest $27 million and partner with UT to bring 300 jobs to the community.
Accelerating Innovation
ORNL, TVA and UT will invest $9 million over three years to create a hub for budding national and international entrepreneurs.
Farm to Table Amid the Pandemic
COVID-19 has forced farmers to find alternative ways to get their food into their customers’ kitchens.
Maker Profile: Rachel and Michael Thompson
A Blount County couple turned to artisan woodworking after the pandemic hit and now create custom furniture at Saw & Dust.
Developers Undaunted
Despite the economic woes unleashed by the global pandemic, real estate development continues unabated.
Turning Orange Into Green
Businesses downtown and on Cumberland Avenue are counting on UT students and sporting events to say afloat during the pandemic.
Cautious First Steps
As reopening begins, businesses and consumers adjust to new norms while officials offer metrics for success — or failure.