🚀 Free Business Startup 101 Workshop Comes to Crossville – October 14

Aspiring entrepreneurs and recently launched business owners in Cumberland County have a chance to fill knowledge gaps at no cost. The Crossville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a one-hour workshop designed to walk participants through the essential first steps of starting and structuring a business.

📍 What’s Happening and Where

The Business Startup 101 workshop takes place on October 14, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM CT at the Cumberland Business Incubator, located at 2569 Cook Road in Crossville. There is no cost to attend, and registration is open through Roane State SBDC and Workforce Development Tennessee. ✨

💡 What You’ll Learn

The one-hour session covers four critical topics for anyone considering or already running a new business:

• How to structure your business (LLC vs. Sole Proprietor vs. Corporation)
• When and how to obtain your business license
• Taxes for which you might be responsible
• Funding options available to new business owners

🎯 Who Should Attend

The workshop is designed for two groups: people who have been thinking about starting their own business but aren’t sure where to begin, and those who recently launched a business but worry they may have missed a critical step. 🤝 Whether you’re in the early planning phase or already operating, this workshop offers practical guidance to help you move forward with confidence.

To register, visit the Roane State SBDC or Workforce Development Tennessee registration page linked in the original event announcement.