Turning Knox Rental Recognized as Minority-Owned Business Excellence Recipient at Pinnacle Business Awards

The Knoxville Chamber is pleased to announce Turning Knox Rental as the recipient of the Pinnacle Business Award in the Minority-Owned Business Excellence category. Turning Knox Rental is in the business of experiences, not just equipment. From selfie stations to inflatable domes, the company brings events to life across the Knoxville area, helping people celebrate and create lasting memories.

The Minority-Owned Business Excellence award, sponsored by Accenture, is presented to an outstanding East Tennessee minority-owned business.

“Our goal has always been to create moments that matter,” said Yvonnca Landes, co-founder of Turning Knox Rental. “We want people to walk away from an event and say they had a great time. That feeling, that connection, is what drives everything we do.”

Turning Knox Rental has grown through intentional partnerships and local networks. Landes leveraged connections from her real estate career and from the University of Tennessee, where her husband is an alumnus, to secure high-profile events. Today, the company maintains the largest inventory of backdrops in East Tennessee, thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of every client and enhance every event experience.
 
“Minority-owned businesses like Turning Knox Rental play a vital role in shaping a diverse and vibrant economy in the Knoxville region,” said Mike Odom, president and CEO of the Knoxville Chamber. “Their success reflects strong leadership and a commitment to the community, and we are proud to honor them with this award.”

The annual Pinnacle Business Awards, presented by Pinnacle Financial Partners, celebrate regional business excellence, honoring outstanding professionals in nine categories for their contributions to the greater Knoxville economy. Winners are selected by the Knoxville Chamber Board of Directors. Approximately 200 companies are nominated annually for recognition.

“Congratulations to this year’s Pinnacle Business Award winners,” said Mike DiStefano, Pinnacle’s Knoxville president. “At Pinnacle Financial Partners, we are guided by strong values, and those same principles are clearly reflected in this year’s honorees. Building a successful business takes vision and resilience, along with steady leadership. We are proud to celebrate these Knoxville-area companies and individuals for their excellence and look forward to supporting their continued growth as we work together to strengthen the Knoxville region’s economy.”

For in-depth video interviews and more information on the Pinnacle 2026 Business Awards, presented by Pinnacle Financial Partners, visit www.knoxvillechamber.com/pinnacle.