Leadership Blount

06/18/2026

We’d love to get you some face time with Blount County’s next generation of leaders!

Do you or does your company want to support the Rising Leaders program this year? We have many sponsorship opportunities available. Email [email protected] today for more information.

06/16/2026

There are still more fabulous 2026 (now alumni) to shine the spotlight on!

Meet Farrell Scott! 🕺

06/15/2026

Operation: Gratitude.

Join fellow Leadership Blount alumni for our second ever LB Homecoming!
We would like to support those in the community from the 134th Air Refueling Wing that are currently deployed. Upon arrival, we will have cards for you to write a short note of encouragement. Then, we’ll send them with the next shipment of supplies.
When: June 30th, drop in any time between 4-6pm
Where: Hatcher’s on Target BBQ. 1366 N Wright Rd. Alcoa TN 37701.
Small bites and beverages will be available.

Come for the class connections. Stay for the cause!

06/10/2026

At Leadership Blount we get asked all the time, "What do you do during the summers when you don't have a class?"
Well... reflect on all the GOOD that happened during the previous year, of course!
Like the 2026 Community Leadership Awards! What a fun and celebratory night that was.

2026 CLA Recipients: Teri Brahams and Chris Soro.
Photo Credit: Mitchell Bain Photography

06/08/2026

Get to know Jim Saunders from Gemini Hospitality.

06/08/2026

Check out some highlights from the Rising Leaders retreat!

From reflecting on the Middle Prong in the Smokies to diving deep into our Clifton Strengths, I think this first class had a great time together!

06/02/2026

Rising Leaders 2026 had their orientation at today!

If you haven’t caught the release yet, read all about this class by clicking the link in our bio.

05/31/2026

We are proud to announce the Rising Leaders class of 2026. Join us in congratulating this new cohort!

Thank you Let's Be Blount!

A new “Rising Leaders” program is rolling out this summer to invest in the folks who work, live, and play right here at home. Here’s something worth celebrating, Blount County: ...

05/21/2026

🎶You asked and they listened! 🎶
Your community needs your help in order to bring music downtown.
Volunteer today at www.maryvillemusic.com to sign up for a Thursday in June or July.

05/20/2026

Think just because they graduated, we would stop the features!?
No way!
Read a little more about the next LB ‘26 feature, Jasmine Satterfield!