In addition to state workshops, please visit the SB/SE Virtual Small Business Tax Workshop page for an interactive video of an IRS Small Business Workshop, which provides more detailed instructional lessons.

Please visit the Small Business Video and Audio page for short presentations focused on specific topics that are important to small businesses.

If you live near a state line, please look for workshops in nearby cities of the bordering state.

BRISTOL

Event: Small Business Tax Workshop
Date(s): March 10, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Bristol TN/VA Chamber of Commerce, 20 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN 37620
Contact: Teresa Blair; Phone: (423) 439-8505; E-mail: blairt@etsu.edu
Event Information: This workshop provides basic information regarding a small business, including what you need to know about federal taxes and your new business and resources for small businesses. Cost is $10. To register, please contact Teresa Blair at (423) 439-8505 or by e-mail at: blairt@etsu.edu.
Sponsored by: Tennessee Small Business Development Center

CHATTANOOGA

GALLATIN

Event: How to Start a Small Business
Date(s): Varies by Workshop
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (2nd Tuesday of Every Month)
Location: Tennessee Small Business Development Center - Volunteer State Community College, Betty Gibson Hall, 1480 Nashville Pike, Gallatin, TN 37066
Contact: Charles Alexander; Phone: (615) 230-4780; E-mail: charles.alexander@volstate.edu
Event Information: This workshop provides basic information on starting a small business which includes business structures, Employer Identification Number, and recordkeeping. It will also discuss services provided by the Tennessee Small Business Development Center. Reservations are required. Please register online on the Tennessee Small Business Development Center Web site.
Sponsored by: Tennessee Small Business Development Center - Volunteer State Community College

Event: Small Business Tax Workshop
Date(s): February 5; July 9, 2010
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Tennessee Small Business Development Center - Volunteer State Community College, 1480 Nashville Pike, Gallatin, TN 37066
Contact: Charles Alexander; Phone: (615) 230-4780; E-mail: charles.alexander@volstate.edu
Event Information: This workshop provides basic information regarding a small business, including what you need to know about federal taxes and your new business, and resources for small businesses. Cost is $5. To register, please visit the Tennessee Small Business Development Center Web site.
Sponsored by: Tennessee Small Business Development Center - Volunteer State Community College

GREENEVILLE

Event: Small Business Tax Workshop
Date(s): August 17, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Greene County Partnership, 115 Academy Street, Greeneville, TN 37743
Contact: Teresa Blair; Phone: (423) 439-8505; E-mail: blairt@etsu.edu
Event Information: This workshop provides basic information regarding a small business, including what you need to know about federal taxes and your new business and resources for small businesses. Cost is $10. To register, please contact Teresa Blair at (423) 439-8505 or by e-mail at: blairt@etsu.edu.
Sponsored by: Tennessee Small Business Development Center

JOHNSON CITY

Event: Small Business Tax Workshop
Date(s): June 17, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: TN Small Business Development Center, East TN State University, 2109 West Market Street, Johnson City, TN 37604
Contact: Teresa Blair; Phone: (423) 439-8505; E-mail: blairt@etsu.edu
Event Information: This workshop provides basic information regarding a small business, including what you need to know about federal taxes and your new business and resources for small businesses. Cost is $10. To register, please contact Teresa Blair at (423) 439-8505 or by e-mail at: blairt@etsu.edu.
Sponsored by: Tennessee Small Business Development Center

KINGSPORT

Event: Small Business Tax Workshop
Date(s): February 18, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: TN Small Business Development Center, East TN State University at Kingsport, 1501 University Blvd., Kingsport, TN 37660
Contact: Teresa Blair; Phone: (423) 439-8505; E-mail: blairt@etsu.edu
Event Information: This workshop provides basic information regarding a small business, including what you need to know about federal taxes and your new business and resources for small businesses. Cost is $10. To register, please contact Teresa Blair at (423) 439-8505 or by e-mail at: blairt@etsu.edu.
Sponsored by: Tennessee Small Business Development Center

KNOXVILLE

Event: Small Business Tax Workshop
Date(s): May 5; August 11, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Tennessee Small Business Development Center, Knoxville Area Chamber Partnership, 17 Market Square #201, Knoxville, TN 37902
Contact: Jane Shelton; Phone: (865) 246-2663; E-mail: jshelton@tsbdc.org
Event Information: This workshop provides basic information regarding a small business, including what you need to know about Federal Taxes, Business Use of the Home, Employment Taxes, Federal Tax Deposits, and Resources for Small Businesses. The workshop is free. Register online on the Tennessee Small Business Development Center Web site.
Sponsored by: Tennessee Small Business Development Center - Knoxville Area

MEMPHIS

Event: Small Business Tax Workshop
Date(s): February 9; May 4; August 10, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Renaissance Business Center, 555 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103
Contact: Yolanda Handy; Phone: (901) 333-5085; E-mail: ybhandy@southwest.tn.edu
Event Information: This workshop provides basic information regarding a small business, including what you need to know about Federal Taxes, and resources for Small Businesses. There is a $20 fee for the workshop. To register, please contact Yolanda Handy by Phone: (901) 333-5085 or E-mail: ybhandy@southwest.tn.edu
Sponsored by: Tennessee Small Business Development Center - Southwest Tennessee Community College

MURFREESBORO

Event: Small Business Tax Workshop
Date(s): March 4; July 15; October 21, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Tennessee Small Business Development Center - MTSU Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce, 501 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Contact: Rita Klika; Phone: (615) 898-2745; E-mail: rklika@tsbdc.org
Event Information: This workshop provides basic information regarding a small business, including what you need to know about Federal Taxes, and resources for Small Businesses. The workshop is free. To register, contact Rita Klika by phone or e-mail.
Sponsored by: Tennessee Small Business Development Center - MTSU

VARIOUS CITIES

Event: So You Want to Start a Business
Date(s): Varies by workshop
Time: Varies
Location: Varies
Contact: Teresa Blair; Phone: (423) 439-8505; E-mail: blairt@etsu.edu
Event Information: This workshop provides basic information on starting a small business which includes identifying a target market, business structures, business regulations and taxes, recordkeeping, and preparing for the loan process. Services provided by the Tennessee Small Business Development Center will also be discussed. Reservations are required. Please visit the Tennessee Small Business Development Center Web site and input your zip code for the most convenient locations, dates, and times.
Sponsored by: The Tennessee Small Business Development Center at East TN State University

Event: Family Child Care Business: Starting Up - Nuts and Bolts
Date(s): Varies by Workshop
Time: Varies
Location: Varies
Contact: John Garnett; Phone: (615) 313-4774; E-mail: john.garnett@tn.gov
Event Information: This workshop is for people who are interested in starting a "Family Child Care Business." The workshop will cover developmental planning, for profit vs. non-profit, budgeting, licensing, recordkeeping, tax return and payroll records, food programs, and marketing. Pre-registration is required to attend the class. For specific dates, times, and locations, please visit the TN Department of Human Services Child Care Business Services Web site. To register, contact John Garnett at (888) 413-2232; (615) 313-4774; or by e-mail at john.garnett@tn.gov.
Sponsored by: TN Department of Human Services Child Care Business Services

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