TN Small Business Development Center at TSU

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

07/20/2026

Our friends at the TN Apex Accelerator, NBIC, and Music City Center are hosting the 2026 Construction Opportunities Conference on August 27!

Government contracting can open the door to significant opportunities, but it also comes with financial considerations that every contractor should understand.

During this conference, industry experts will discuss the true cost of compliance, covering topics such as Davis-Bacon wage requirements, cybersecurity standards like CMMC, insurance considerations, and other regulatory costs that can impact your bottom line.

Registration and full details: https://nbic.involve.me/construction-opportunities-conference-2026

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

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

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. →

06/18/2026

The Tennessee Small Business Development Center will be closed on Friday June 19th to commemorate the Juneteenth Holiday.

Our office will resume regular business hours on Monday June 22nd.

06/10/2026

Learn. Connect. Compete. Grow.

Join us this June for hands-on workshops, industry networking opportunities, and practical strategies designed to help your business thrive in today's competitive marketplace.

Your business deserves more than advice—it deserves a strategy.

05/29/2026

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

05/14/2026

It was an absolute honor for the SBDC at TSU to host the SBA team, the incredible nominees, and the 2026 award winners for the SBA National Small Business Week – Nashville Celebration! 🎉🏛️
With the proud support of our TSBDC Centers Network, this was a truly unforgettable event. Through celebrating our state's outstanding winners, we recognize the immense talent, grit, and dedication of all entrepreneurs and small businesses shaping the future of Nashville and Tennessee.
A massive congratulations to our 2026 Award Winners: 🏆 TN Small Business Person of the Year: Steven Cassidy, EOD Gear 🇺🇸 Veteran-Owned Small Business: Luke Dressman, Building and Repair Systems 👩‍💼 Women-Owned Small Business: Erin Sparks, Sparks Vintage 🌾 Rural Small Business: Josh Flory, Flory Custom Woodworking 🚀 Young Entrepreneur: Jason Thibodeaux, Millennium Media Label
Seeing this level of excellence in one room leaves us more inspired and convinced than ever of our mission: to provide non-cost business consulting, training, and resources to help for-profit businesses of any size start, grow, and sustain their business. 📈🤝
Congratulations again to the honorees, and thank you to everyone who joined us to connect and celebrate! Let's keep growing together.

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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