Two East Tennessee State University students are among 20 area college and high school students to receive the 2021 Appalachian Highlands Twenty Under 20 Award, presented earlier this year by Kingsport-based STREAMWORKS, an educational program delivering enhanced opportunities to participate in mentor and project-based programs focused on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills.
In a virtual awards ceremony streamed live from ETSU on May 29, students Sam Garcia and Caitlyn Ison were among recipients to receive the honor, which celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of 20 of the regionâs individuals who are under the age of 20. To receive the honor, these individuals must have demonstrated exemplary achievements in community service, entrepreneurialism, leadership, academics, and STEM activities, setting examples of personal excellence as a model for other young people.
KINGSPORT â The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) has announced 11 winners in the 2020 KOSBE Awards, a tradition that was started by the Kingsport Chamber in partnership with Kingsport Times News in 1994.
The KOSBEs promote economic impact by recognizing small businesses that are leading by example and making an extraordinary contribution to the communities they do business in. The winners exemplify leadership and excellence in overcoming adversity, and a passion for helping others succeed.
This year, 33 businesses vied for The Best in Small Business. Eleven rose above the rest to overcome this year s incredible challenges to achieve victory. The winners are: