Tennessee is expanding its help for startup and small businesses with nearly $117 million of new lending, investment and business assistance programs funded under a federal grant announced Monday by the U.S. Treasury Department.
Oak Ridge Today
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By Bob Fowler Roane State staff writer
A local business consultant with vast experience has been named the director of Roane State’s Tennessee Small Business Development Center.
Stephen Williams, well known in the Oak Ridge and Roane State service area, begins his new duties on Monday, February 8, in his office at the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce at 1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike.
He replaces long-time director Jutta Bangs, who has taken another job.
“I’m really excited about being a part of Roane State and their efforts with workforce development,” Williams said. “I’ll be able to contribute what I’ve learned in more than 35 years in business and owning businesses.”