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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETennessee Gov. Bill Lee and DENSO Officials Announce Major Expansion in AthensAthens, TN – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, along with Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and DENSO officials, announced today the company’s significant expansion in Athens. DENSO will establish additional manufacturing operations, featuring...
Ferguson Graduates OU EDI
May 14 2024McMinn County Economic Development Director, Lindsey Ferguson, graduated from the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute (OU EDI) on May 2, 2024 at the OU Spring session. OU EDI is an intensive 117-hour certificate program which provides a broad spectrum of advanced education for the economic development professional. Barry Matherly, CEcD and Dean for OU EDI, said, “OU Economic Development Institute is the premier organization dedicated to training economic development professionals. These graduates have invested in improving their professional capabilities to support their local communities. Congratulations to all.” OU EDI began in 1962 and...
The McMinn County Economic Development Authority (EDA) is investing significantly in tourism development in 2025. This is part of a larger tourism strategic plan to support existing businesses and bring new recreation and hospitality companies to the region. However, business owners don’t have to wait for this new tourism push...
When companies look to expand or relocate, workforce development is no longer an afterthought—it’s a primary factor in site selection. The days of simply considering grants or tax breaks are gone. For many businesses, especially in sectors like manufacturing and advanced technologies, the question is: Can you provide the skilled...
Various entities around McMinn County, Tennessee, have received grants to improve their parks and recreation facilities. Applications for these grants were developed and submitted in the past year but were just recently approved.“Improving local parks and supporting the natural resources of McMinn County is beneficial in multiple ways,” says Lindsey...
Industrial automation and robotics offer huge benefits to manufacturing and warehouse distribution and fulfilment operations. This is not a new concept; articles going back decades have explained how these applications can improve quality and consistency, optimize productivity and throughput, increase worker safety, and reduce direct labor cost.The topic has gained...
Panel Built, a manufacturing company that specializes in modular and prefabricated buildings, held a ribbon cutting for its new facility in Etowah on October 2, 2024. This firm came to McMinn County, Tennessee, three years ago but has already outgrown its original facility in Athens. The new Etowah site will...
You might see a few new faces the next time you walk around McMinn County. In fact, you might see hundreds of new faces as visitors travel to the region because of the McMinn County Tourism Strategic Plan.“Tourism is already happening in McMinn County organically,” says Lindsey Ferguson, Executive Director...
The McMinn County Economic Development Association (EDA) recently hired Brianna Baker to fill the role of Tourism Coordinator. This position was created to support the local hospitality industry and drive visitors to the region. Baker was hired as part of a larger Tourism Strategic Plan that is funded by the...
An educational institution in Athens has begun the process of expansion. Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Athens celebrated with a groundbreaking event for the new Tennessee College of Applied Technology building. This building will strengthen the commitment to providing top-notch technical education in Polk County.Read the original article here.
Which AI Tools Work for Job Recruiters?
Aug 19 2024Great talent is hard to find, especially in the wake of the Great Resignation. Artificial intelligence (AI) makes it easy (and quick) to accelerate and diversify talent pipelines, which can include millions of candidates and various specialized talent pools.How is AI being used by HR, workforce development, and headhunting pros...
Honoring HomeownershipEvery June, National Homeownership Month is celebrated across the United States, recognizing the dream and importance of owning a home. Homeownership is a pillar of the American Dream, providing families stability, wealth-building opportunities, and a sense of belonging. Homeownership represents more than just having a place to live; it...
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced 15 new Site Development Grant recipients. The grants, totaling more than $17 million, are designed to help communities invest in infrastructure and engineering improvements to land economic development projects and achieve Select Tennessee site certification. McMinn County will...