Turning Student Business Dreams into Reality
At UT, a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem is equipping student entrepreneurs with the skills and resources needed to start their own companies.
The Conversation: Political Bickering and Policy Uncertainty Take a Toll on Business Investment, Research Shows
Because policy uncertainty tends to spike around elections, studies suggest that the current political environment is creating headwinds for business investment.
Business Leaders Concerned About Inflation but Optimistic About Tennessee
Despite a pessimistic outlook on the U.S. economy, business leaders remain optimistic about Tennessee’s business climate.
Tennessee Population Projected To Hit Nearly 8 Million by 2040
The state has already recorded robust population increases in the early 2020s, and by 2030 is expected to grow to 7.51 million people.
The Conversation: Complaints Are Different When Customers Think a Company Cares
When deciding whether to report a negative incident, customers seem to be more influenced by “brand warmth” rather than “brand competence.”
The Conversation: Does the US have a Planned Economy? You Might Be Surprised
Businesses are increasingly turning to planners to direct supply chain processes.
Business Leaders Praise Business-Friendly Tennessee but Share Concerns About Filling Jobs
The Boyd Center conducted the survey between January 10 and 31, gathering responses from business leaders across Tennessee.
The Conversation: Driving the Best Possible Bargain Now Isn’t the Best Long-term Strategy, According to Game Theory
Playing a game to achieve mutual interests is better than playing exclusively with self-interest in mind.
UT Study Shows $24.9 Million Annual Economic Benefit of Knoxville Urban Wilderness
The Knoxville Urban Wilderness is adjacent to the heart of Knoxville and provides extensive recreational activities including mountain biking, trail running and hiking.
Boyd Center Report Shows Stabilizing Economy, Population Growth
Tennessee’s economic outlook is more favorable than the national outlook thanks to an influx of new residents, which is driving economic growth and business formation in Tennessee.
The Conversation: How the Pandemic Permanently Altered College Towns
The pandemic, despite its chaos, shed light on the importance of university communities and local economies.
Worries of Recession Wane for Tennessee Business Leaders
Nearly three-quarters of surveyed business leaders said Tennessee is heading in the right direction, and 62% said enhanced workforce and infrastructure would help the state even more.