Knoxville Chamber

Business Roundup: January 2026

Every month we run down notable news items from the area’s businesses.

Every month we run down notable news items from the area’s business community.

With state and county subsidies, a Wisconsin-based ventilation equipment manufacturer plans to bring hundreds of jobs to East Knox County.

The global IT and business consulting firm plans to employ 300 people at its downtown offices within three years.

Business leaders in Knoxville and other metros support the governor’s proposals for ‘choice lanes’ and increased electric vehicle fees.

In a new report, the Knoxville Chamber envisions a more vigorous private sector that can thrive during an anticipated economic transition.

The Chamber and county government consider options for the undeveloped East Knox business park, as one possible buyer signals interest.

With funding from the city, Centro Hispano launches a program to help Latino-owned businesses get established in the community.

A report from the Knoxville Chamber underscores the need for short- and long-term infrastructure planning to handle the region’s growth.

CGI is starting the hiring process for the first cohort of what is expected to be a 300-person operation in Knoxville.