University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Service (CIS)

• http://www.cis.utk.edu/index.shtml
• Provides free services to small and mid-sized Tennessee manufacturers.
• Provides assistance in the following areas:
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Quality management
  • Employee training
  • Environment, health and safety programs
  • Procurement of government contracts
  • Research and development

Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry

• http://www.tnchamber.org/
• Members can attend seminars at reduced rates.  Topics include:
  • Compliance with environmental regulations
  • Human resources
  • OSHA compliance
• Members able to network with other Tennessee manufacturers.
• Members can take advantage of the chamber’s advocacy efforts at the state level.
  • Receive updates on issues important to Tennessee business owners.

Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP)

• http://www.state.tn.us/environment/ea/sbeap/
• Helps small business comply with the federal Clean Air Act.
• Serves as liaison between the regulatory agencies and small businesses – confidentiality is maintained.
• Disseminates up-to-date information about the act to local businesses.