Tennessee Small Business Development Center at ETSU (TSBDC)

Tennessee Small Business Development Center at ETSU (TSBDC) Helping Tennessee businesses start, grow, and sustain with no-cost, confidential advising. Request an appointment: tsbdc.org/consulting

Whether you're launching or scaling, our experts are here to support you every step of the way! Get no-cost, confidential advising to start, grow, and sustain your business at tsbdc.org/consulting

The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) program is supported in-part by federal funding. Full disclosures available at https://tsbdc.org/federal-funding-disclosure-statement

How well do you *actually* know your customers? The answer shapes more than you might expect...
08/21/2026

How well do you *actually* know your customers? The answer shapes more than you might expect...

Veteran-owned businesses, this one's for you!The Tennessee Department of General Services has launched a program that en...
07/27/2026

Veteran-owned businesses, this one's for you!

The Tennessee Department of General Services has launched a program that enables qualifying businesses to acquire valuable government surplus items directly related to their business operations at significant savings.

Veteran-owned small businesses can access a wide range of wide, including: office equipment, computers, tools and machinery, vehicles and transportation equipment, furniture, and more.

Learn more at https://www.tn.gov/generalservices/vam/federal-surplus.html

Could someone step into your business tomorrow and keep the wheels turning?If the honest answer is "not really," you're ...
07/17/2026

Could someone step into your business tomorrow and keep the wheels turning?

If the honest answer is "not really," you're not alone. And it's fixable!

More in our latest blog post: https://tsbdc.org/beyond-sops/

Written by Brooke Siler at Tennessee Small Business Development Center - MTSU

AI is already changing how small businesses run, and most entrepreneurs are asking the same practical question: where do...
07/10/2026

AI is already changing how small businesses run, and most entrepreneurs are asking the same practical question: where do I start?

On July 16, America's SBDC is hosting AI Day, a no-cost virtual summit built to answer exactly that.

You’ll be able to see how AI is helping businesses like yours grow, hear from entrepreneurs who’ve succeeded, and access AI resources through your local SBDC!

Register here: https://aiday.americassbdc.org/event-registration

Last week on LinkedIn, we asked how focused your business feels right now. Focus is critical if you're wanting to grow, ...
07/06/2026

Last week on LinkedIn, we asked how focused your business feels right now. Focus is critical if you're wanting to grow, expand services, or open a second location. Here are 5 things to consider before you expand. →

Last week we asked what season your business is in. Here's what we heard (and what it means.) ➡️
05/29/2026

Last week we asked what season your business is in. Here's what we heard (and what it means.) ➡️

05/13/2026

Have a business idea? We’ll help make it real. 💡💼
ETSU'S Start-up Resources Inspiring Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE) is now accepting applications for our 2026 cohort.

Program is provided at no cost to veterans and spouses!
This FREE 8-week course will take place on the VA Campus in Johnson city, TN.

Application Deadline August 1, 2026
For more information and to submit an application please visit: www.etsu.edu/strive

Aaaand that’s a wrap! Last week all Centers in the TSBDC network came together in one room to learn, collaborate, and ce...
05/05/2026

Aaaand that’s a wrap! Last week all Centers in the TSBDC network came together in one room to learn, collaborate, and celebrate. 🙌

We’re proud to invest in the professional development of our staff, knowing that stronger teams mean stronger communities, and better support for Tennessee’s small businesses!

A special thank you to our event sponsors - you made this incredible week possible!
🔹 First Horizon Bank
🔹 Truist
🔹 Republic Bank
🔹 Three Roots Capital
🔹 Pinnacle Financial Partners

Most businesses don't think about disaster preparedness until they need it. Our Blue Sky series gives you a plan before ...
04/25/2026

Most businesses don't think about disaster preparedness until they need it. Our Blue Sky series gives you a plan before that moment comes.

We’re partnering with the Department of Economic & Community Development for a week of no-cost hybrid training covering practical steps before, during, and after a disaster.

🔹 May 4: Innovation & Tech
🔹 May 5: Manufacturing
🔹 May 6: Main Street Business
🔹 May 7: Agriculture & Food
🔹 May 8: General Business, Micro & Solopreneurs

Learn more and register at tsbdc.org/tnblueskyseries

Are you ready to export your U.S. product or service to new foreign markets?The SBA is hosting Export Week May 4-8 with ...
04/20/2026

Are you ready to export your U.S. product or service to new foreign markets?

The SBA is hosting Export Week May 4-8 with virtual seminars to help U.S. businesses expand into foreign markets.

Two sessions that might be particularly helpful:

Monday, May 4th | 11am-12pm ET | Export Week Kick-Off: Navigating Export Resources for U.S. Manufacturers Learn about federal export resources, trade counseling, and market intelligence. Register: 3d114ccd-b6d8-479b-902f-6cf0726e4faa@a1d183f2-6c7b-4d9a-b994-5f2f31b3f780" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/3d114ccd-b6d8-479b-902f-6cf0726e4faa@a1d183f2-6c7b-4d9a-b994-5f2f31b3f780

Tuesday, May 5th | 9-10am CT | Tennessee STEP Grant Program Learn about grant funding to help Tennessee small businesses enter and expand into international markets. Register: f1a16eef-270d-4e8a-b4d8-53b07fbde079@3c89fd8a-7f68-4667-aa15-41ebf2208961" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/f1a16eef-270d-4e8a-b4d8-53b07fbde079@3c89fd8a-7f68-4667-aa15-41ebf2208961

Both sessions are free and virtual. If you're considering international expansion, this is a great place to start!

Address

2109 W Market Street
Johnson City, TN
37604

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14234398505

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