Always Free Business
Networking group
Our success is due to the relationships we have
formed while meeting, sometimes we discuss business sometimes we don't. But we always help each other, No fees, No dues, and we welcome everyone
ABOUT US
Small Business Matters is a free, community-driven business networking group that meets every Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11 am at the Karns Youth Center. Our focus is on building strong relationships through meaningful conversations. After introductions, members answer both a business and a personal question to help foster deeper connections. We also offer Small Business Matters Monday edition meetings twice a month, where business owners gather for roundtable discussions to tackle the challenges of running a business. No fees, no dues—everyone is welcome to join!
OUR MISSION
Free Weekly Networking Meetings
Business & Personal Connection
Every Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11 am, members gather to share introductions and participate in unique discussions that foster meaningful business relationships.
Each meeting includes two questions—one business-related and one personal—allowing members to connect on a deeper level beyond just business.
Monday Edition - Business Roundtable Discussions
On the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, members meet for Small Business Matters Monday edition, focusing on important issues facing business owners.
New - Business and the Word
Attention networkers, I have had several request to start a new networking group for business owners and professionals but that's faith based.
So, after much prayer and conversations with a few others, a new group will launch on Thursday, January 16th, 2025.
This group will be able to openly discuss our faith and how we apply it to our businesses. Open to everyone. Stay tuned for more details
Free Social Networking Events
Over the course of each month, we host various Free Social Networking Events.
This is a great a great opportunity to meet other like minded business people in a relaxed environment.
Current we have a standing event on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 5:30pm- 7:30pm at Kerns Food Hall.
Watch our Facebook page for additional monthly events
`+No Fees or Dues
Small Business Matters is completely free, welcoming all business professionals to join and grow together.
Imitated but Never Duplicated
- 15 Years of Success
As the largest free networking group in the greater Knoxville area, Small Business Matters has been thriving for 15 years. With no restrictions or attendance policy, it’s proof that free networking is highly effective, allowing business owners to connect and grow without limitations.
Testimonials
This group is WITHOUT A DOUBT a huge part of my success in business. Thank you for everything this year! I’m looking forward to all of us growing in 2025. Let’s get it!
Jeff D. Smith II - Smitty Photo and Film.
Thank you to everyone in Small Business Matters! You ALL make this one of the best groups I attend every week. (Try for every week lol) I love that we pass business and refer but we always have fun and we truly care about each other! It’s great to have a networking family!
Nikki Coffey Brinkley - First Citizens Bank
FAQS
Where do you meet?
Currently we meet every normal (not a holiday) Wednesday, 9:30am - 11am, at Karns Community Club Youth Center, 6616 Beaver Ridge Rd, Knoxville, TN 37931
Is there any costs or signup needed?
No fees, No dues, No Attendance requirements and we welcome everyone!
What are the other meeting times and locations?
Small Business Matters Monday edition, meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday at 10am at Fanatic Brewing Company, 2735 N Central St, Knoxville, TN 37917.
The meeting is typically an hour or so, but there is no hard stop time. We discuss open issues affecting other business owners.
Business and the Word is our newest group, that is scheduled to start meeting on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 9am -10am , at Fanatic Brewing Company, 2735 N Central St, Knoxville, TN 37917.
This group will be able to openly discuss our faith and how we apply it to our businesses. Open to everyone.
