KOSBE Gives Small Businesses a Platform to Shine
10 Winners Announced for 2021 Small Business Awards Competition - December 11, 2021
KOSBE Announces 2021 Small Business Award Finalists
10 Local Businesses to be Honored at Black Tie Breakfast - December 01, 2021
KOSBE Kicks Off Three-Part Webinar Series – Tapping Into the Power of Social Media
Business owners are scrambling to keep their heads above water during the pandemic. Neglecting social media and not investing in web site developing and marketing could be the nail in the coffin. - February 12, 2021
KOSBE Selects 10 Women of Worth for Propel Cohort
10 Women-Owned Businesses to Participate in 2nd Propel Cohort; 12-Week Business Development and Growth Program - February 03, 2021
Maximizing the Impact of New Opportunity Zones
New Tax Incentive for Investors to Re-Invest Their Capital Gains - November 16, 2018
Finalists for the 24th Annual KOSBE Awards Are Announced
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is pleased to announce 21 finalists for the 24th Annual KOSBE Awards. Winners will be declared at a special recognition event on Thursday, December 13th, from 6 to 8 PM, at The Meadowview Marriott in Kingsport,... - November 15, 2018
Call for Entries for the 24th Annual KOSBE Small Business Awards
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is seeking nominations for local businesses to be recognized at the 2018 Annual KOSBE Awards, including locally-owned and operated: 1. Franchise 2. New business (in business less than 3 years) 3. Young entrepreneur... - October 13, 2018
KOSBE to Host Google Livestream - Drive a Holiday Shopping Rush for Your Business Workshop
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Google Livestream Part II - Drive a Holiday Shopping Rush for Your Business workshop on Wednesday, October 17th, 2018 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at The Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the... - October 05, 2018
KOSBE to Host Managing Payroll & Timekeeping Seminar
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Managing Payroll & Timekeeping seminar on Tuesday, October 2nd, 2018 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at the Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development... - September 23, 2018
KOSBE to Host Seminar for Aspiring and New Business Owners - Advantages and Challenges of Business Ownership
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host So, You Want to Start a Business: Advantages & Challenges of Business Ownership seminar on Thursday, September 27th, 2018 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at the Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored... - September 14, 2018
KOSBE to Host Bank Expert Panel: Get Ready for the Bank
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Bank Expert Panel: Get Ready for the Bank workshop and panel discussion on Friday, August 24th, 2018 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at the Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office... - August 17, 2018
KOSBE Hosts Air Travel Tips for Business to Make Travel Hassle Free
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Air Travel Tips for Business on Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at The Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - August 04, 2018
KOSBE to Host Small Business Summer School Livestream Workshop
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Small Business Summer School Livestream workshop on Wednesday, July 25th, 2018 from 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm at The Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business... - July 20, 2018
KOSBE Announces Propel Mentor/Protégé Pilot Program Class Members
Each year, from the graduating class, one rural company and one urban company will be awarded a $1,000 cash prize for their efforts and results while participating in the program. Participants must attend meetings and sessions 90 percent of the time to be eligible for the cash prize. - July 14, 2018
Regional Subcontracting Workshop at the Kingsport Chamber
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host How to Successfully Subcontract with Prime Contractors & Do Business with Govt. & Large Corporations workshop on Thursday, June 14th, 2018 from 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM at The Kingsport Chamber. - June 07, 2018
KOSBE and Epic Nine Present DIY: B2B Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host DIY: B2B Marketing Strategies workshop on Thursday, May 3rd, 2018 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at The Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - April 15, 2018
KOSBE Facilitates Discussion on Trends in Bitcoin & Cryptocurrencies
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Introduction to Bitcoin & Cryptocurrencies on Friday, May 4th, 2018 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at The Kingsport Chamber. The event is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - April 15, 2018
KOSBE Seminar: Managing Workplace Diversity
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Managing a Diverse Workforce seminar on Thursday, April 19th, 2018 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at The Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - March 29, 2018
KOSBE Seminar: Uncover the Truths and Bust the Myths of Franchising
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Franchising as a Career, Investment or Both on Thursday, March 29th, 2018 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at The Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business... - March 18, 2018
KOSBE Hosts Seminar on Doing Business with the Veterans Administration
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Doing Business with the Veterans Administration on March 20, 2018 from 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM at The Kingsport Center for Higher Ed. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business... - March 04, 2018
KOSBE Offers Boot Camp for Construction Related Businesses
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Boot Camp for Construction Related Businesses on February 27 - 28, 2017 at your Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE),... - February 22, 2018
KOSBE Announces Region Winners, 2017 KOSBE Awards
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2017 KOSBE Awards: 2017 Food Truck Business Excellence – Me & K’s (Gray, TN) 2017 Franchise Business Excellence – Fish Window Cleaning (Kingsport,... - December 23, 2017
Contenders in the 23rd Annual KOSBE Awards Are Announced
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is pleased to announce 28 contenders for the 23rd Annual KOSBE Awards. Winners will be declared at a special recognition event on Thursday, December 14th, from 6 to 9 PM, at The Meadowview Marriott in Kingsport,... - November 13, 2017
KOSBE Seminar – How to Hire the Help You Need Without Breaking the Bank
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host How to Hire the Help You Need Without Breaking the Bank on Thursday, November 2, 2017 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, at Your Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business... - October 25, 2017
KOSBE Seminar – Get Googled to Grow
Boost Your Business Sales This Holiday Season - October 19, 2017
KOSBE Seeking Entries for Annual Small Business Challenge
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is seeking the best companies across the region to submit entries in the 2017 Annual KOSBE Awards. Last year, KOSBE received 31 applications and 11 companies were recognized with the prestigious award for business... - October 18, 2017
Aundrea Wilcox Named TSBDC State Star 2017
Tennessee Small Business Development Centers network recognizes Kingsport, Tennessee-based business consultant who has demonstrated exemplary work performance, significant contribution to the organization’s economic development efforts, and a strong commitment to small businesses. - September 01, 2017
KOSBE Offers Seminar on How to Maximize ROI on Your Trade-show Booth
Grow Your Business Using Your Trade-show Booth - August 04, 2017
KOSBE Offers Seminar on Generational Workplace Diversity
Managing and enabling a multigenerational workforce. - May 09, 2017
KOSBE Offers a Seminar to Help Small Businesses Organize and Manage Paper
Organize Your Paper and Keep It Organized - March 31, 2017
KOSBE Offers GrowthWheel® Introduction Training
So, what is GrowthWheel®? How will it help you to make business decisions? - February 11, 2017
KOSBE Hosts Lunch & Learn - Ransomware: How to Battle the Most Evolved
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Ransomware: How to Battle the Most Evolved on Tuesday, December 6th, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - November 16, 2016
KOSBE Hosts: Disaster Preparedness: Do You Have an Emergency Action Plan?
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Disaster Preparedness: Do You Have an Emergency Action Plan? on Tuesday, April 26, 11:30-1:00 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business... - April 20, 2016
KOSBE Hosts Mobile App Marketing Training Opportunity: Going Mobile in a Mobile World
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Mobile App Marketing: Going Mobile in a Mobile World on Tuesday, April 12, 11:30-1:00 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE), your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, and Appville101. Lunch will be provided to attendees. - March 24, 2016
KOSBE Hosts "Taking Your Facebook Page to the Next Level" Training with Beyond Engagement
The Small Business Development Center ETSU - Kingsport Affiliate will host Taking Your Facebook Page to the Next Level on Tuesday, May 3, at Hawkins County Gas Utility in Morristown, TN. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE), your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, and Beyond Engagement - Social Media Solutions. Dinner will be provided to attendees. - March 18, 2016
KOSBE Offers GrowthWheel® Introduction: a New Approach to Business Decision Making
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will lead a GrowthWheel® Introduction Training on Thursday, April 7 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber. This training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) and your Kingsport Chamber. - March 18, 2016
KOSBE Launches Expanded 2016 GrowthWheel® Program
East Tennessee small businesses can now use the GrowthWheel® business tool to increase revenue and market share. - March 11, 2016
KOSBE Executive Director Appointed to Tennessee Education Lottery (TEL) Advisory Council
TEL adds Aundrea Y. Wilcox to represent the Eastern division of Tennessee. - March 11, 2016
KOSBE Offers Mega Marketing Event - Is Your Business Google-ized?
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will lead a Mega Marketing Event on Monday, February 22, from 5:30 – 9:30 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber. This training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) and... - January 27, 2016
KOSBE Offers GrowthWheel® Introduction Training
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will lead a GrowthWheel® Introduction Training on Tuesday, February 23 from 12 to 2 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. This training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - January 27, 2016
Small Business Winners Announced for the 2015 KOSBE Awards
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) recognized 14 winners out of the 34 businesses competing during the 21st annual KOSBE Awardsheld at The Meadowview Marriott, on Thursday, December 10. The winning businesses and the categories in which they won... - December 17, 2015
KOSBE Announces 2015 KOSBE Impact Award Nominees
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) today announced four nominees for the 21st Annual KOSBE Impact Award. At a special recognition event on Thursday, December 10th, from 6 to 9 PM, at Meadowview Marriott in Kingsport, Tennessee, the winner will be... - November 18, 2015
Kosbe and Holston International Training and Consulting to Host Active Shooter Preparedness
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Active Shooter Preparedness Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, November 17, 11:30 AM- 1:00 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - October 31, 2015
KOSBE Announces 2015 KOSBE Awards Contenders
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) today announced 34 area small businesses as contenders for the 21st Annual KOSBE Awards. At a special recognition event on Thursday, December 10th, from 6 to 9 PM, at The Meadowview Marriott in Kingsport, Tennessee,... - October 29, 2015
KOSBE and Saratoga Technologies Help Small Businesses Get Found on Google and Increase SEO
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Mobile Readiness Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, October 20, 11:30 AM- 1:30 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship... - October 11, 2015
KOSBE and Holston International Training and Consulting Team Up to Help Women Defend Themselves Against Violent Attacks
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Corporate & Workplace Violence Prevention for Women Business Owners, Female Executives & Employees on Friday, October 23, 8 AM-2 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the... - October 04, 2015
KOSBE Awards Now Accepting Small Business Entries for 2015
KOSBE Awards Application deadline is October 5. - September 27, 2015
KOSBE Announces New Hire Katie Prendergast
Prendergast replaces Dana Glenn, who left KOSBE in June to accept a position with another economic development partner, NETWORKS. - August 05, 2015
KOSBE Hosts "Taking Your Facebook Page to the Next Level" Training with Beyond Engagement
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Taking Your Facebook Page to the Next Level on Thursday, July 9, 12-1:30 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE), your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, and Beyond Engagement—Social Media Solutions. Lunch will be provided to attendees. - June 19, 2015
KOSBE Hosts Kingsport Chamber of Commerce After Hours Event
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will host a Kingsport Chamber of Commerce After Hours on Thursday, June 4, 5:30 PM, on the Brock Terrace of your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. Food, beverages, and spirits will be provided, along with an excellent... - May 30, 2015