Congrats to the City's Purchasing Department and the many other staff members who helped make the 15th Annual Business Opportunities Breakfast the best one yet!
More than 500 individuals representing local businesses attended the event held the morning of June 26 to learn about ways they can provide goods and services to City departments and partner agencies over the next 12-18 months.
Purchasing Agent Penny Owens welcomes Mayor Kincannon to speak to guests of the 15th Annual Business Opportunities Breakfast.
Mayor Indya Kincannon welcomed guests -- many in attendance for the first time -- and said that the conversations they have during the event will help guide the City's purchase of $130 million in goods and services during the fiscal year beginning July 1.
Tavis Bailey of Printing Edge, left, talks to fellow event attendees.
She also announced a new small business initiative that will require departments making purchases between $12,500 and $50,000 to present at least one quote from a small business.
David Trejo of Tree Hero Professional Tree Service, left, speaks with Parks and Recreation Assistant Director Aaron Browning and Public Service Director Chad Weth.
Thanks to the Knoxville Civic Coliseum for hosting this year's event and to Soul Elegance Catering for a delicious breakfast!
Pamela Cotham of the City's Small Business and Diversity Outreach Office, left, and Anne Wallace, of WSP.
Luis Garcia of the City's Small Business and Diversity Outreach Office, right, speaks to Chuck of Fast Signs.
City Survey Project Manager Scott Williams, left, chats with Dave Webb of Knoxville Blue Print.
Penny Owens, right, greets Marseyas Fernandez of High Street.