Holston Business Development Center

10/09/2026

Made in Kingsport Event Update

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that this year’s Made in Kingsport Maker Event, scheduled for Saturday, October 10, has been canceled due to the forecasted high winds from the incoming hurricane.

With the safety of our vendors, volunteers, participants, and community in mind, we feel this is the best decision. We are incredibly disappointed that we won’t get to gather with everyone this weekend, but safety must come first.

Thank you to everyone who signed up, volunteered, and helped prepare for this event. We truly appreciate your support and understanding.

Please stay safe, everyone. We look forward to bringing our maker community together again soon!

08/04/2026

Better decisions start with better financial clarity.

Join KOSBE TSBDC on August 13 for Prosper: Financial Clarity for Better Business Decisions, the second workshop in our free Prosper: Small Business Finance & Growth Series, sponsored by Truist.

From 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Holston Business Development Center, you'll gain a better understanding of your financial numbers and how to use them to make informed business decisions. Lunch will be provided.

Register for free at www.kosbe.org/events.

07/30/2026

Join us for part 2, August 13th!
Kosbe - The Small Business Connection
Truist

The Tennessee Small Business Development Center and the Holston Business Development Center hosted the first of a three-part workshop series Thursday, helping a

07/21/2026

https://dragon-defense.com/tri-cities-tn-classroom

07/16/2026

Don’t forget to sign up for this great workshop. It’s happening right here at HBDC.

Looking to strengthen your business finances?

Join us on July 30th for Prosper: Capital Readiness Foundations, the first workshop in our free Prosper: Small Business Finance & Growth Series.

The workshop will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Holston Business Development Center, with lunch provided.

Learn what lenders, funders and partners look for before reviewing your financials and how strong business operations can help position your business for future growth.

Register for free at www.kosbe.org/events.

07/07/2026

Thank you to Kosbe.org for bringing the Prosper: Small Business Finance & Growth Lunch and Learn Program Series to Kingsport held at Holston Business Development Center and brought to you by TRUIST.

Sign up for part 1 of this 3-part small business finance & growth series. Prosper: Capital Readiness Foundations starts on July 30th from 9:30 am - 1:00 pm and seats are limited!

Sign up to learn how your business can become capital ready here: https://clients.tsbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460021

Don't miss out—reserve your spot today! Are you ready to take your business to the next level?

06/26/2026

Rogersville/Hawkins County Chamber of Commerce 79th Annual Dinner.

06/14/2026

👉 Make your plan today to prepare for the unexpected!

📢 Tennessee Residents, 18 years of age and older - gain confidence in your knowledge of handgun safety, expand your training and join us for a Tennessee Enhanced Handgun Carry Permit Class with Dragon Defense Fi****ms School:

📆 Saturday, July 11, 2026
⏰ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
📍 Patriot Church - Knoxville Campus, 270 Hickman Street, Lenoir City, TN

🎯 Preregistration online is required by end of day, Thursday, July 9, 2026, at dragon-defense.com/lenoir-city-tn-classroom. The class is $75 per student (includes snacks and beverages, your range fee and targets).

🎯 This State-designed course provides a strong emphasis on Tennessee laws, has a range qualification, provides you with more carry options in our State, and offers you greater reciprocity in 37 other states, for those that travel for work or leisure.

🎯 Check out more event details in the "About/Details/What to Expect" section of the Facebook event at facebook.com/share/1bVe1AtLAu.

🎯 Invite a friend or family member to join you for a fun and educational day and we'll see you in class!

🎯 Any questions? Please give us a call at 865-386-5799 or email us at [email protected].

06/12/2026

🔫 TN Enhanced Handgun Carry Permit Class
Get trained, gain confidence, and expand your carry options/state reciprocity!

📅 Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026

🕒 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Location: Holston Business Development Center (Kingsport, TN)

💰 Cost: $75 (Includes snacks, range fee, & targets)

⚠️ Deadline: Preregistration is required by Thursday, June 25 at dragon-defense.com/tri-cities-tn-classroom.

Open to TN residents 18+. For full event details, check our Facebook Event page.

Questions?
📞 865-386-5799

📧 [email protected]

06/10/2026

Welcome to Hackler Hall Event Center, located in the heart of Downtown Greeneville, TN. With 7,500 square feet of versatile space, we provide the perfect setting for a wide range of private and corporate events.