With concerns about the global economy dominating the headlines, worries about the strength of our local economy are understandable. Fortunately, the Knoxville–Oak Ridge region is rich in opportunities for business and job growth.
Innovation Valley Inc. is capitalizing on these opportunities through a coordinated effort to move our region's economy forward. IVI is a partnership of six regional economic development agencies, supported by regional business and government partners, that was created to implement a five-year blueprint for business growth in the Knoxville-Oak Ridge region. This blueprint focuses on six program areas: technology and entrepreneurship, education and work-force development, global marketing, business retention and expansion, public policy, and resources for living. It is available online at http://www.innovationvalleyinc.org/strategic-blueprint.
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