Success stories
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Omni Tech Manufacturing Advances Made in America Pickleball Production with Innovation
A Tennessee-based manufacturer is expanding USA-made production and developing sustainable products. Omni Tech Manufacturing, a family-owned plastics manufacturer based in Dyersburg, Tennessee, has...
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Veteran Grit, American-Made
How Dean Wegner built Authentically American® with purpose and SBA support Dean Wegner, a former U.S. Army Captain and West Point graduate, launched Authentically American® in 2017 to revive American...
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HobbyTown Success Story
HobbyTown, a franchise established in 1999 by mother and son team Angela Millet and Ryan Wilson in Knoxville, Tennessee, has become a beloved destination for hobby enthusiasts of all ages. With a...
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Smoky Mountain Rod and Customs
Husband and wife team Rob and Blasia Perry, co-founders of Smoky Mountain Rod and Customs, shared their remarkable journey from a humble backyard operation to a thriving business. Launched in 2020...
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Tennessee Theatre
Nestled in the heart of Knoxville, Tennessee, the Tennessee Theatre has been a beacon of cultural heritage and community spirit since its grand opening on October 1, 1928. Originally a motion picture...
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Drop Zone Distilling
In Knoxville, Tennessee, where the age-old traditions of distilling spirits have permeated through generations, lies a distillery that not only evokes the nostalgia of authentic moonshine but also...
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BioPet Labs
BioPet Laboratories, often just called BioPet, was recognized as one of the fastest-growing businesses by UT alumni, earning a spot at number 21 out of 40. A lot of this success is thanks to the...
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Ancient Lore
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Tennessee landscape, there exists a haven where stories of fantasy become a tangible reality—welcome to the Ancient Lore Village. An innovative venture brought...