The Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council hosts our Opportunities in Energy event at the end of every year in Knoxville, Tennessee. We bring together members and stakeholders to discuss all new and upcoming “opportunities” in the advanced energy sector, including trends, businesses, technologies, and other exciting developments.

This year’s event will take place on Tuesday, November 17, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. ET at the Crowne Plaza in downtown Knoxville. Register now!

Thomas B. Ballard Advanced Energy Leadership Award

Each year, we present a state or local leader with the annual Thomas B. Ballard Advanced Energy Leadership Award. The award honors exemplary leadership and success in championing, connecting, and strengthening Tennessee’s advanced energy economy. Learn more about the annual award and past recipients here.

2026 Supporter Packages

Advanced Impact Packages

Presenting Supporter | $10,000

Benefits

The highest level of visibility leading up to and during the conference. Includes a designated exhibition table for marketing material, top tier placement of logo on all program materials, and preference in panel participation and social media promotion. 6 free tickets

Thomas B. Ballard Advanced Energy Leadership Award Supporter | $7,500

Benefits

This award recognizes exemplary leadership and success in championing, connecting, and strengthening Tennessee’s advanced energy economy. This supporter will present the award on stage, will receive a quote in the event press release, professional photography from the award presentation, and opportunity to participate in the selection process. This supporter also has the opportunity to appear as a guest on the Energizing Tennessee podcast with the award winner. (ONE AVAILABLE) 4 free tickets

Startup Supporter | $5,000

Benefits

Covers event tickets for startup registrants. Recognition during Spark Cleantech Accelerator pitches, receives a list of startup attendees contact information for communication and networking capabilities. 3 free tickets

Grid Connection Packages

Networking Happy Hour Supporter (3 available) | $5,000

Benefits

Guests will enjoy light refreshments during the event and are invited to join a Networking Hour with a cash bar following the presentation. This sponsorship would cover refreshments and beer and wine for speakers, pitchers, and special guests. 3 free tickets

Registration Table Supporter (Sold out) | $3,000

Benefits

This sponsorship allows for a prominent location of the sponsor’s brand as registrants walk through the doors, as well as on name tag lanyards. 2 free tickets

Exhibition Table Supporter (Limited availability) | $1,000

Benefits

One table in the exhibition space to place marketing material and network audience members during networking breakfast, lunch, and networking happy hour. 2 free tickets

Table Supporter (Limited availability) | $500

Benefits

Place your marketing material on a table in the main event space where audience members will sit during the program. Each table seats 6 people. 2 free tickets

Recharge Packages

Lunch and Refreshments Supporter (2 remaining) | $2,500

Benefits

Dedicated signage on or near the food/drinks during lunchtime, recognition during event announcements and on the day of. 2 free tickets

Breakfast and Coffee Supporter | $1,500 (Sold Out)

Benefits

Includes high visibility placement of logo on all materials related to the coffee station, recognition during event announcements and on the day of. 2 free tickets