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Kosbe - The Small Business Connection

Name: Kosbe - The Small Business Connection
Address: Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, Kingsport, TN, 37660, US
Telephone: +14233928811

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Kosbe - The Small Business Connection

The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE)

We are a technical assistance provider offering assistance including but not limited to: forming a business, how to write business plans, business plan reviews, obtaining capital for start-up or expansion, pursuing government contracts, analyzing financial and management performance, proving business case, developing existing and new business, and planning for succession.

04/08/2026

Join First Community Bank and the U.S. Small Business Administration for an informative educational seminar designed to help small businesses access valuable resources, strengthen operations and plan for growth. Attendees will learn more about SBA programs and financing options, and connect with local economic development partners.

This seminar will be offered both in person and as a digital meeting, making it easy for business owners to participate regardless of location or schedule.

Registration is required. Click the link in our bio to register today.

We encourage members to take advantage of this opportunity to gain insights and build connections that support long-term success.

Your Kingsport Chamber First Community Bank

04/01/2026

Join us for Prosper: Smart Growth & Strategic Borrowing

Part 3 of a 3-Part Small Business Finance & Growth Series

Date: Tuesday, April 14
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Morristown Area Chamber of Commerce
Parking: Rear parking lot only
Lunch: Provided (pre-registration required)
Capacity: Limited to 25 participants

Not all growth is good growth—and not all capital helps. This session focuses on making informed decisions about borrowing and expansion, ensuring capital supports long-term stability rather than short-term pressure.

Participants will learn how to evaluate financing options strategically and responsibly.

Register at kosbe.org/events

03/26/2026

The Kingsport Chamber's Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is hiring!

This full-time Marketing & Administrative Coordinator position provides essential administrative, communications, and marketing support for the Kingsport Chamber’s small-business programs, including KOSBE and the TSBDC, at the ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office.

This role serves as a key point of contact for clients, partners, and the public while supporting program operations, outreach, and events.

The full job description can be found at kingsportchamber.org/jobs

*No phone calls. Send resume to [email protected]
Your Kingsport Chamber

03/13/2026

A new recovery program from SyncSpace (funded by the State of Tennessee - Department of Economic and Community Development) is launching and we need your help. Waypoint Resilience is designed specifically for outdoor businesses in Northeast Tennessee that are still navigating the impact of Hurricane Helene. If you know any guides, outfitters, gear makers, or outdoor retailers in the area, please share this with them so they can have access to expert support and extra funding.

Program highlights:
• $3,000 Micro Grant for each participant who completes the cohort.
• 10 hours of 1:1 coaching with business experts.
• A 90-day recovery plan focused on marketing and operations.
• Deadline: Applications close March 19.

You can find all the details and the application link here: syncspace.org/helene-recovery

Your Kingsport Chamber

03/12/2026

We had a fantastic turn out at the Opportunity Zones 2.0 training event held at MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort & Convention Center earlier this week.

Thank you to our event partners Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Greene County Partnership, Johnson City Chamber of Commerce, Your Kingsport Chamber and Sync.Space for helping us put on this event!

03/05/2026

Join us for Prosper: Financial Clarity for Better Business Decisions

Part 2 of a 3-Part Small Business Finance & Growth Series

Date: Thursday, March 19
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Morristown Area Chamber of Commerce
Parking: Rear parking lot only
Lunch: Provided (pre-registration required)
Capacity: Limited to 25 participants

Financial statements are tools—not reports to fear or ignore. This session helps business owners understand what their numbers are actually saying and how to use financial information to make better decisions.

Register at kosbe.org/events

02/18/2026

We were honored to have the opportunity to recognize two of our four 2025 KOSBE Award Winners (Action Rentals and Almen Enterprises) in front of the Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen at last night's BMA meeting.

Thank you to our City leaders for allowing us to add this opportunity to our KOSBE Awards prize package each year. We're proud of our winners and the impact they have on Kingsport's small business ecosystem!

Pictured right to left: Alderman Morris Baker, Almen Enterprises owners, Action Rentals & Sales owners, Madison Greene

Photo Credit: Adrienne Batara, City of Kingsport

02/16/2026

Join us for Opportunity Zones 2.0: Maximizing Impact for Northeast Tennessee!

Attendees will hear from Lamont Price (TNECD), Marc Schultz (Attorney, Snell & Wilmer) and
Walter Perry (HUD) to learn about this unique chance to transform our community, empower residents and create lasting economic resilience through collaborative investment strategies.

This event is free to attend, but pre-registration is required.
Register at kosbe.org/events

Sync.Space Greene County Partnership Johnson City Chamber of Commerce Your Kingsport Chamber U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

02/13/2026

Join us for Prosper: Capital Readiness Foundations

Part 1 of a 3-Part Small Business Finance & Growth Series

Date: Thursday, February 19
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Morristown Area Chamber of Commerce
Parking: Rear parking lot only
Lunch: Provided (pre-registration required)
Capacity: Limited to 25 participants

Strong businesses are built long before capital is requested. This session focuses on the foundational behaviors, structures, and documentation that determine whether a business is considered “capital ready.”

Register at kosbe.org/events

12/10/2025

The KOSBE Awards are TOMORROW!

Owner of TriCities Electric, Bianca Marais, took the time to share how winning a KOSBE Award has impacted her small business.

Can't wait to find out who the 2025 winners are? Tune in on December 11 at 8:30 a.m. on Facebook with WCYB to catch the livestream!

11/29/2025

Today is Small Business Saturday!

KOSBE and Downtown Kingsport Association joined Mayor Montgomery as he issued an official proclamation naming November 29, 2025, Small Business Saturday in Kingsport, Tennessee!

Get your holiday shopping started by shopping small today and all season long!

Your Kingsport Chamber

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Kingsport Chamber Of Commerce
Kingsport, TN
37660

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14233928811

Website

https://linktr.ee/KOSBEConnection, https://frb.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_emJrBt1qbghCA3Y?orgid=KingsportChamber&pare

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