The Existing Industry Program at the Knoxville Chamber is an important part of our regional economic development plan. The Program meets one on one with businesses in the Knoxville area helping them identify ways to grow. Some of the programs and services available include:

• Federal, state and local incentives
• Process improvement resources
• Workforce programs such as hiring and training assistance
• Networking opportunities through the Manufacturing Leadership Council.

While the program focuses on Manufacturers and distributors, visits are also made to other key businesses. Other sectors include: marketing, multi-media, technical, banking, call centers and healthcare.

These no cost programs can be a huge benefit to your company that is working hard to compete in the global marketplace.

For more information or to refer a business for a visit contact Jerry Huffman.

Authorized users may visit the BREP database by clicking here.

Existing Industry Partners

Mining & Matching Program

Technology Mining & Matching (TMM) is a partnership program of the Knoxville Chamber, the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, managed by UT-Battelle, the University of Tennessee, and BWXT Y-12. The program also maintains close ties to the Navy Best Manufacturing Practices Center of Excellence, National Institute fo r Metalworking Skills, National Defense Industrial Association, and the Society of Manufacturing Engineers.

TMM provides one-on-one visits, referrals, presentations, latest industry news, e-sharing and networking in order to meet the needs of local industries for new products, processes, equipment, training and ideas to grow business.

For more information or for assistance with identifying a manufacturing or technology need, contact Sam Hart at the Knoxville Chamber at 865.637.4550 or shart@knoxvillechamber.com.

Mining & Matching Partners

PROPEL

The PROPEL program is a resource to small business owners. Through counseling, mentorships, and government procurement programs, PROPEL can help small and minority businesses succeed.

For more information about the program click here or contact Doug Minter.