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The Cocke County Partnership/Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) will be available to offer counseling services for existing or potential small business owners and entrepreneurs. On the second
Tuesday of every month a councilor will be available by appointment at the Cocke County Partnership/Chamber of Commerce office. The next available counselling will be Tuesday November 14, 2023.
 
The TSBDC is a network of professional business consultants with 14 centers, one Affiliate
Offices and one Online Center throughout the State of Tennessee. The TSBDC prides itself on providing expert business advice to all types of business whether you are a manufacturer, retailer, services provider, or a professional; they are here to help you help yourself.
 
Over 100,000 businesses have received the TSBDC’s expert counsel in areas ranging from
management to finance to international trade. Whatever your need, great or small, the TSBDC
has the expert staff and resources on hand to assist you. These cutting-edge professional services are free and are completely confidential!
 
The first step in receiving services from the TSBDC is to visit their website at:  www.tsbdc.org. and click the “Request Free Advising” button. Once registered, you will receive an email with detailed information with next steps.  
When registering for services, make sure you note who referred you! 
 
The Cocke County Partnership is a service-based organization consisting of the Newport/Cocke County Economic Development Commission, the Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce, Newport/Cocke County Tourism Council and C5. The purpose of the Cocke County Partnership is to enhance the county’s economic climate and quality of life for its citizens.