You don't want to miss this Afternoon Mixer at DSB Provisions (235 Greenway Village Lane, Maryville), sponsored by Garza Law Firm on September 8 at 3:45 p.m.

Get out of the office, unwind, and join us as we explore one of Maryville's latest developments, Greenway Village. DSB Provisions is opening just for us, so come enjoy this special opportunity to connect, network, and experience this exciting location.

Join OpitmalJoy Longevity Center (520 W. Broadway Ave., Maryville) as they celebrate their new home with a ribbon cutting ceremony September 10 at 4 p.m.

Get exclusive grand opening pricing on treatment packages. There are giveaways and door prizes. Participate in live education and treatment information. Take a tour and meet the amazing team.

Join on September 11 at 4 p.m. for the Blood Stripe Brewing (355 Gill St., Alcoa) ribbon cutting.

Due to overwhelming demand, Taste of Blount has added a Chef’s Table experience to our event this year featuring Chef Tim Miles and Chef David Schwartz of Maryville’s iconic Foothills Milling Company. Only a few tickets remain for this EXCLUSIVE opportunity. 

Purchase your tickets here.

Tickets are on sale for Taste of Blount slated for September 15 from 6-8 p.m., at the Theater in the Park in Maryville. Admission is $35.

New for 2026 is the Momma Mel Award competition, honoring the legacy of culinary star Melonie “Momma Mel” Effler. Local non-professional home chefs will compete with their favorite sweet or savory casseroles. 

The Blount 250 Committee, Blount County Jaycees and the Maryville Farmers Market will commemorate America’s 250th anniversary with a series of special events Saturday, Sept. 12, in downtown Maryville. Activities will take place from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The celebration will serve as a culmination of yearlong America 250 events in Blount County. The day will include the Maryville Farmers Market, an America 250 Patriot Parade and a history event and concert at Jack Greene Park / Charles West Amphitheater.

The Patriot Parade will feature Blount County’s local government services, organizations dedicated to celebrating and preserving American history, along with public service organizations and veterans’ groups. The parade will begin at 11 a.m. in downtown Maryville.

The Maryville Farmers Market will be open from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the courthouse parking lot – convenient to all the activities. Following the parade, an America 250 Patriot History Event and Concert will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the amphitheater.

Join us for the next Small Business Peer-to-Peer Group meeting on Wednesday, September 16 at 8:30 a.m. at Lambert's Southern Pie & Bake Shop. This group is designed for small business owners and operators to connect in a confidential, supportive environment.

Register Here

You're invited to Women in Business on September 21, at noon at the Blount Partnership with special guest speaker Tammi Ford from the Blount Chamber. 

Whether you're looking to build new connections, gain fresh perspectives, or simply enjoy time with other women in business, this is an event you won't want to miss.

Lunch is provided and sponsored by Asen Marketing & Advertising 

Register Here

The Blount County Career Exploration Career Fair is set for October 20 and it's your chance to be part of an event that aims to inspire middle school students by introducing them to potential career opportunities. This event connects over 1,500 rising high schoolers with employers, offering hands-on experiences to explore career paths.

By sharing your team's time and expertise, you help illuminate real-world career paths and shape tomorrow's workforce.

What makes this event unique? Rather than a traditional booth setup, this fair is all about active engagement! We ask each employer to bring a hands-on, interactive activity that gets students excited about your industry.

Join Raeus Jae Cannon on September 29 from 3-4 p.m. at the Blount Partnership for a high-energy, interactive session that will show you how to "read the signs" on the networking highway. Through practical, common-sense strategies and real-world examples, Raeus will help you accelerate relationships, attract more prospects, and turn networking connections into profitable business opportunities.

Register Here

Blount County Government Vendor Day is set for September 16 from 9-10:30 a.m. at the Blount County Library (Dorothy Herron Meeting Room), 508 Cusick St., Maryville.

Join us for breakfast and networking while connecting with purchasing teams from Blount County, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Community Development Corporation, Loudon County, KUB, Knox County, and City of Knoxville.

Looking for an affordable and effective way to promote your business, product, or service? Now is the perfect opportunity to get your message in front of the local and regional business community!

When you purchase an email campaign, you'll receive:

✅ Distribution to 3,300 business contacts

✅ Average 48% open rate

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Whether you're launching a new product, promoting a special offer, announcing an event, or building brand awareness, email marketing remains one of the most effective ways to connect with potential customers.

Email jmuir@blountpartnership.com to schedule today.

If you missed any of our Success in 90 sessions, you can catch up by viewing our YouTube playlist.

Here's the 2026 catalog.

• AI in the Workplace
• Shaping Your Schedule: A Flexible Approach
• The Resilient Leader's Playbook
• The ROI of People: Making Employee Growth a Competitive Advantage

New workshops are set for August. 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.