The Biz Foundry

Directions Website Contact the business

The Biz Foundry Our goal is to help people turn their ideas into businesses by providing access to resources, expertise and networking tools.

10/20/2026

What Are You Waiting For? Turning “Someday” Into Today

At 57 years old, Lisa Garcia is doing what many people believe is impossible—expanding her business and opening a second location while continuing to educate, lead, and inspire others. In this candid and encouraging talk, Lisa shares the lessons she learned from starting over, taking risks, overcoming fear, and building a thriving woman-owned business.

Attendees will leave inspired to stop waiting for the "perfect time" and start pursuing the goals, dreams, and opportunities that still lie ahead.

Join us November 12, 2026 at 12pm

A license plate designed especially for entrepreneurs?Sign us up! Tennessee has started a preorder for the first ever pl...
10/15/2026

A license plate designed especially for entrepreneurs?

Sign us up!

Tennessee has started a preorder for the first ever plate to support our amazing entrepreneurial community and we need YOU! Once 1,000 preorders are made, they will start producing the plates!

You can preorder them here: https://drivetnforward.org/

Every plate funds education for the next generation of Tennessee founders.

10/14/2026

🚀 BIG IDEAS DESERVE BIG OPPORTUNITIES! 💰

What could your business do with an extra $10,000?!
The Start Here Pitch Competition is BACK, and we're looking for ambitious entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level!

Have a business with BIG growth potential? Have an idea you've been waiting to launch? This could be your moment!

🔥 Up to 6 finalists will be selected to pitch LIVE on November 18 for a chance to win $10,000!
But here's the thing… you can't win if you don't apply!

đź“… Applications close October 28!
Don't let another year go by wondering "What if?" Take the chance, tell us your big idea, and see where it could take you!

👉 APPLY NOW: https://hubs.li/Q04B84Dc0

Passports are ready to be turned in! Stop by the Cookeville Lifestyle office to drop off completed entries for your chan...
10/09/2026

Passports are ready to be turned in! Stop by the Cookeville Lifestyle office to drop off completed entries for your chance to win prizes!!!

10/08/2026

🚨 Got a BIG idea? How about $10,000 to help grow it?

Applications for Start Here Pitch are officially OPEN! 🎤

We’re looking for ambitious entrepreneurs who are building businesses with the potential to grow, create jobs, and reach customers beyond the Upper Cumberland.

đź’° $10,000 Grand Prize
🎤 Up to 6 finalists selected by November 1
🏆 Live Pitch Competition: November 18

We’re looking for businesses that:
👉 Plan to reach $1M+ in revenue or add $1M+ within 3 years
👉 Plan to grow to more than 5 employees or add 5+ employees within 3 years
👉 Serve a regional or national market
👉 Have a connection to — or interest in locating in — the Upper Cumberland
👉 Have fewer than 50 employees

You don't have to already be a million-dollar company. We’re looking for businesses with the potential to become one.

Applications are due October 28.

So really… what do you have to lose by applying? 👀
Your business could be one of six standing on that stage in November — and you could walk away with $10,000 to help you grow.

👉 Apply here: https://hubs.li/Q04yB8tr0

Big businesses can start anywhere. Why not here?

10/06/2026

Pick up your Downtown Restaurant Week passport at participating locations!

2026 Downtown Restaurant Week is happening now, and there’s still time to join in. Enjoy the great food and drinks downtown, then make 5 purchases this week to complete your passport.

Once your passport is signed, turn it in to the Cookeville Lifestyles office at The Biz Foundry.

Don’t wait — Restaurant Week ends October 11!

Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Pulled in 10 different directions at once?For women in business, that can feel less like ...
10/05/2026

Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Pulled in 10 different directions at once?

For women in business, that can feel less like the exception and more like a normal Tuesday.

At our next Powered By Her Lunch, Alex Frew is helping us slow things down and learn practical tools we can actually use when stress starts taking over.

Alex is a breathwork facilitator focused on nervous system regulation and stress resilience. During this interactive session, she’ll teach simple, science-informed breathing techniques designed to help you:
✨ Manage stress and overwhelm
✨ Improve focus and clarity
✨ Regulate your nervous system
✨ Stay grounded in high-pressure moments
✨ Build more sustainable energy into your day

And this isn’t just a “sit and listen” lunch. Alex will guide us through breathwork practices you can experience in the room—and then take with you into your work, home, and everyday life.

Because we can’t always control what gets thrown at us…but we can learn better ways to respond to it.

Join us for lunch, connection, and maybe a much-needed deep breath. đź’ś
Powered By Her Lunch featuring Alex Frew

Come ready to breathe, learn, and leave with tools you can use immediately.

Tag a woman who could use this lunch! 👇

Thanks to Metaflex & BRIK's Algood Nutrition for providing this months lunch!

Dont forget to register: https://hubs.li/Q04yzhCV0

Tennessee Restaurant Week is October 5–11, and Downtown Cookeville is ready to celebrate! Come out, support these amazin...
10/02/2026

Tennessee Restaurant Week is October 5–11, and Downtown Cookeville is ready to celebrate! Come out, support these amazing local eateries, and join the fun all week long. It’s a great way to show some love for local and even win prizes along the way.

🚨 GOT A BIG IDEA? THIS COULD BE YOUR $10,000 MOMENT.Applications are officially OPEN for the 2026 Start Here Pitch Compe...
09/30/2026

🚨 GOT A BIG IDEA? THIS COULD BE YOUR $10,000 MOMENT.
Applications are officially OPEN for the 2026 Start Here Pitch Competition!
We’re looking for ambitious founders and startups with plans to grow big, create jobs, and reach customers beyond the Upper Cumberland.
Six finalists will be selected to take the stage on November 18 and pitch for:
đź’° $10,000 First Place
đź’° $5,000 Second Place
đź’° $2,500 Third Place
🙌 $250 Fan Favorite

And every finalist gets the opportunity to pitch to the Upper Cumberland Investment Alliance—plus FREE coaching to help prepare for the big night.
Think your business could hit $1 million+ in revenue or add 5+ employees within the next three years? This competition was built for businesses ready to think bigger.

Here’s the question: What do you have to lose by applying?
Applications close October 28. Don’t talk yourself out of the opportunity before you even try.

👉 APPLY TO PITCH:
https://hubs.li/Q04yscKh0
Know a founder who should be on that stage? TAG THEM BELOW. 👇
**Must have a connect to the Upper Cumberland Region**

09/28/2026

🍽️ Downtown Restaurant Week— October 5-11 🍽️

Mark your calendars and make plans with friends! Let’s show some extra love to the local restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and businesses that make downtown Cookeville special.

Address

114 N Cedar Avenue
Cookeville, TN
38501

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Biz Foundry posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to The Biz Foundry:

Shortcuts

Share

Category