Professional Development

Roane Alliance

Roane ECD

Roane Tourism

Roane Chamber

Education Matters

Retire Roane

ROANE ALLIANCE

We plan and implement strategies for the controlled growth of Roane County’s economy as a unified voice representing the best Tennessee has to offer businesses, citizens and travelers.

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ROANE ECD

We bring growth-oriented businesses with strong ﬁscal discipline, infrastructure and workforce-ready people to East Tennessee.

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ROANE TOURISM

We attract travelers who seek unique heritage and the best outdoor recreational experiences to Roane County.

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ROANE CHAMBER

We connect leaders and organizations for the beneﬁt of local and regional business growth.

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EDUCATION MATTERS

We empower leaders, parents and students to invest in education, so they are better prepared to fulﬁll the workforce opportunities of Roane County’s future.

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RETIRE ROANE

We offer natural beauty, historic charm and low-cost living, distinguishing Roane County as one of the best retirement destinations in the nation.

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Alliance Partners

Business Resources & Training:

The Roane Alliance partners with a number of organizations to provide business resources and training in the area. There are in-person and virtual training opportunities. To find out more about the resources each of them offer, call or visit their website below.

In addition, the Roane Chamber hosts professional development workshops to help professionals and individuals learn more about subjects of interest. For a current list of upcoming workshops, please visit the Roane Chamber Calendar or call Allen Lutz at 865-376-2093 Ext. 206 to reserve your spot today! To view past workshops, view the list and links provided below.

The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC)
at Roane State Community College (RSCC)
Location: Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce, 1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike Oak Ridge, TN 37830.
Website: https://tsbdc.org/center/oakridge/
Contact: Stephen W. Williams, TSBDC Director, 865-483-2668, swilliams@tsbdc.org

UT Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ut-procurement-technical-assistance-center-9783250708

The SCORE Greater Knoxville Chapter has over 50 experienced business men and women who volunteer their time to provide a free consulting service to East Tennessee small business owners. They also conduct workshops, webinars, and provide an online library of business articles.
Website: https://greaterknoxville.score.org

Upcoming Training:
(to view more training options from their organizations, visit their websites above):

TSBDC - QuickBooks Training 1: Accounting Basics
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Fee: No Cost
TSBDC at Tennessee State University - Online

TSBDC - QuickBooks Training 2: How to Navigate Through QB Desktop
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Fee: No Cost
TSBDC at Tennessee State University - Online

Brand Positioning: Make Your Brand Memorable

Thursday, September 8, 2022

9:00 AM to 9:45 AM

Fee: No Cost

Online Webinar Hosted by TSBDC at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office

TSBDC - Government Contracting 101 Part 1

(Part 2 is on Thursday, September 15; see below)

Monday, September 12, 2022
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: No Cost
TSBDC at RSCC - Online

Government Contracting 101 | Part 1 – East TN

Monday, September 12, 2022

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT

Fee: No Cost

by UT Procurement Technical Assistance Center

Marketing: Learn how to use words to stand out, build a legacy, and induce action

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Fee: No Cost

Online Facilitated by Murfreesboro | TSBDC of Middle Tennessee State University

Ask an Attorney (Q&A)

Wednesday, September 14

11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Fee: No Cost

Online Facilitated by TSBDC of Chattanooga

Description: In this one-hour Q&A session, you have access to an attorney and can ask your business-related legal questions at no-cost. Speaker: Chuck Fisher of Grant, Konvalinka, and Harrison P.C.Online

Preparing to Meet with Corporate Buyers/Doing Business with TVA

Thursday, September 15, 2022

9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Fee: No Cost

Online Facilitated by TSBDC @ Southwest Tennessee Community College

Government Contracting 101 | Part 2 – East TN

Thursday, September 15, 2022

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT

Fee: No Cost

by UT Procurement Technical Assistance Center

Government Contracting 101 Part 2

Thursday, September 15, 2022