Food Business Basics

Schedule

Sat Feb 21 2026 at 09:00 am to 04:30 pm

Location

Pellissippi State Community College: Magnolia Avenue Campus | Knoxville, TN

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Learn the essential skills for starting or growing a successful food business in an interactive workshop!
About this Event

Are you ready to turn your food business dreams into reality—or take your existing venture to the next level? Join us for a dynamic, full-day workshop designed specifically for food entrepreneurs who want to build strong foundations for long-term success.

This hands-on workshop will walk you through the essential skills, tools, and concepts needed to start or grow a thriving food business.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Understanding Your Competition & Crafting a Value Proposition
    Why is it important to know your competition and how do you differentiate your business?
  • Financials & Building a Sustainable Economic Model
    Dive into the numbers that matter, from pricing and costs to revenue projections and profitability.
  • Building Strong Business Relationships
    Discover how to develop key partnerships and networks to support your growth.
  • Developing Your Business Model & Planning for the Future
    Explore how to structure your business strategically and create a practical, action-oriented feasibility study.
  • Pulling It All Together
    Bring your ideas into focus and map out your next steps with clarity and purpose.

The day will conclude with an inspiring panel discussion featuring local industry experts who have been where you are. They’ll share real-world insights, hard-earned lessons, and answer your questions in an open, interactive format.

Who Should Attend:
Aspiring food entrepreneurs, early-stage food business owners, and anyone with a food concept ready to take shape.

Come ready to learn, connect, and take action!


Agenda

?: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Breakfast + Introductions

Info: Enjoy a light breakfast and introduce yourself.


?: 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Morning

Info: Business Model Canvas, Customers and Value Proposition, Basic Food Business Economics


?: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
LUNCH

Info: Enjoy a buffet lunch from a Real Good Kitchen business.


?: 12:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Afternoon

Info: Important Relationships, Business Model & Business Planning, Pulling It All Together


?: 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Panel Discussion & Networking

Info: Panel discussion featuring local industry experts.


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Where is it happening?

Pellissippi State Community College: Magnolia Avenue Campus, 1610 East Magnolia Avenue, Knoxville, United States

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Tickets

USD 35.00

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