Biz Foundry Events & Workshops
Join us at one of our free or low-cost events, focused on real entrepreneurs and are open to the public.
Monthly recurring Events
Entrepreneur's Lunch Club
First Wednesday Of Every Month
A working lunch for founders who want marketing that’s measurable—so you can stop guessing and start making decisions you can trace to revenue.
At Entrepreneur’s Lunch Club, you will:
• Hear a short, practical talk on what “conversion” actually means.
• Ask questions, get feedback, and sanity-check what you’re currently spending money on.
• Leave with a better understanding of how to get a better return on ad spend.
This Month’s Speaker? Hannah Istvanko, Privy Clear Advertising
Powered By Her
Second Thursday of Every Month
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At this Powered By Her, you will:
• Join an open, honest discussion about life as a female entrepreneur.
• Talk real-world challenges—confidence, money, boundaries, and growth.
• Connect with other women who get it (and bring a dip).
Instead of lunch, we’re doing a potluck of savory and sweet dips—bring your favorite to share.
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Start Up Business Bootcamp
Monthly 4 Week Program
A hands-on bootcamp for founders who want to build real momentum—clearer offers, cleaner numbers, and a plan you can actually execute.
At Start Here Business Bootcamp, you will:
• Work through practical lessons designed for early-stage business owners
• Get direct feedback as you refine your offer, messaging, and next steps
• Leave with a simple action plan you can follow immediately and ways to sustain that growth.
Our next class begins February in Cookeville.
Small Business Workshops
Third Thursday of Every Month
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A free, founder-focused event for entrepreneurs who want to understand capital, meet the right funding partners, and learn how to access resources in the Upper Cumberland.
At Capital Conversations Cookeville, you will:
• Learn how InvestTN works (LaunchTN’s $70M equity fund) and what it’s built to support
• Connect with LaunchTN’s Capital team, The Biz Foundry, and finance experts from Pinnacle Financial Partners + Pathway Lending
• Leave with one clear next step to move your funding plan forward
Join us Tuesday, February 17, 4–6 p.m. CT at 37 Cedar.
The Biz Foundry Special Events & Workshops
Beyond our monthly lunches, we provide free mission-driven workshops, bootcamps, and partner events throughout the year to help local founders grow and thrive. Check out this month’s events below and register easily by clicking the link.
Powered By Her | Livingston
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Jan 14 | 12:00–1:00 PM | Livingston
Lunch provided by BRIK’s All Good Nutrition
Topic: Using AI In Your Business with Becca Duncan
A practical lunch-and-learn for business owners who want to use AI the right way—save time, tighten up operations, and actually apply it to real work (not just play with it).
At Powered By Her: Lunch & Learn (Livingston), you will:
• Learn the fundamentals of AI in plain English (AI Training 101)
• See real examples of how to use AI for marketing, admin, and day-to-day workflows
• Leave with a few simple ways to start using AI immediately—without overcomplicating it
Small Business Workshops
Third Thursday of Every Month
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A practical workshop for small business owners who want to understand capital, make smarter money decisions, and fund growth without guessing.
At Small Business Workshops, you will:
• Learn the real differences between types of capital (personal, business, debt, equity, working capital) and when each matters
• Talk through funding options and what they actually cost (cash flow, risk, time, control)
• Leave with one clear next step to strengthen your capital plan for the next 30 days
Join us every third Thursday. (February 19, 2026)
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