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Compass Points
Ep. 163 05/25/2025
Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon has proposed raising the sales tax rate to fund infrastructure and affordable housing efforts. Scott reviews the proposal, which would require voter approval in a referendum, in this week's installment. He also talks about the County Commission's spirited discussion surrounding Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs' budget (which passed) and a new rule for the Commission chair's speech outside of meetings, an acceleration of book removals from school libraries, and more. Cortney Piper, a parent and advocate for students with disabilities, joins Scott for a discussion of a recent report on special education in Knox...
2025-05-25
1h 27
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 31: Ryan Egly and Daniel Gyampo of Schneider Electric
Send us a textIf you have ever wanted to learn about the nitty gritty of microgrid work, this episode is for you.A few years ago, Middle Tennessee Electric partnered with Schneider Electric to build a microgrid at its Lebanon office. Today, host Cortney Piper dives into the details of the project with two Schneider Electric representatives: Ryan Egly, Senior Microgrid Solutions and Project Development Engineer and Daniel Gyampo, Microgrid Quality and Support Engineer. They discuss asset mix, site considerations, challenges, lessons learned and so much more. Learn more about TAEBC and S...
2025-03-05
22 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 30: Jilleah Welch of the Baker School of Public Policy and Public Affairs
Send us a textToday’s episode is all about the 2024 Tennessee Advanced Energy Economic Impact Report. Every three years, TAEBC releases an Advanced Energy Economic Impact Report to provide context for public officials and private sector leaders to make lasting contributions to Tennessee’s economic base for the next decade and beyond. The report was produced by the Baker School of Public Policy and Public Affairs with support from the Tennessee Valley Authority and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.On the episode, host Cortney Piper and Jilleah Welch, senior research associate and lect...
2025-02-11
21 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 29: The Company Lab and Moduly
Send us a textThis episode covers a topic that’s at the heart of innovation: Fostering the growth of advanced energy technologies and startups right here in Tennessee. It will cover both sides of a startup journey — the entrepreneurs who are making waves and the organizations empowering them to reach the next level.First, host Cortney Piper will sit down with the CEO of The Company Lab, or CO.LAB, a Chattanooga-based organization that’s driving innovation through programs like the Sustainable Mobility Accelerator. Then, Piper will speak to two representatives from Moduly, a Canadi...
2025-01-14
22 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 28: AESSEAL and Solar Alliance
Send us a textThis episode was made possible thanks to the support of Solar Alliance. In the episode, host Cortney Piper interviewed three representatives from two organizations about an incredible solar and storage project in Tennessee. Thank you to Chris Staackmann, Head of Operations of AESSEAL North America, and Solar Alliance’s President & CEO Brian Timmons and General Manager U.S. Jon Hamilton, for coming on the show. They spoke about completing AESSEAL's solar and storage project, the first of its kind in Tennessee, and highlighted the company’s leadership as a multinational company and S...
2024-12-17
26 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 27: Anca Timofte of Holocene
Send us a textHost Cortney Piper speaks with Anca Timofte, CEO and co-founder of Holocene, a company focused on direct air capture technology and carbon removal. Anca shares her journey from Romania to becoming an entrepreneur in the climate tech space, highlighting her experiences in chemical engineering and business school. The discussion covers the importance of direct air capture in addressing climate change, the significance of partnerships with companies like Google, and the role of government and utilities in supporting carbon removal efforts. Anca also discusses Holocene's future plans, including developing a demonstration facility.
2024-12-03
24 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 26: Dale Harrigle of Bridgestone Americas
Send us a textJoin host Cortney Piper for an insightful conversation with Dale Harrigle, Chief Engineer, Tire Development – Consumer Replacement, Bridgestone Americas. Dale discusses his decades-long career at Bridgestone and shares pivotal industry milestones, from the revolutionary introduction of silica in tire manufacturing to Bridgestone’s impressive global expansion.Hear about how the rise of electric vehicles is impacting tire technology and learn about Bridgestone’s cutting-edge innovations, including PeakLife and Enlighten technologies. Dale also highlights Bridgestone’s commitment to sustainability, such as harnessing guayule as a renewable rubber source and earning ISCC Plus certific...
2024-11-12
19 min
ConnectTheKnox
Fighting to Keep Energy Clean with Cortney Piper
In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley interviews Cortney Piper, the influential founder of Piper Communications and executive director of the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council. They discuss Cortney's journey from Michigan to the University of Tennessee on a swimming scholarship, her transition into the world of political communication, and her founding of a pioneering communications company focused on clean energy. The conversation highlights Cortney's advocacy for special education in Knox County, her instrumental role in shaping Tennessee's advanced energy sector, and her efforts in fostering economic development and job creation through energy innovation. They also...
2024-10-09
26 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 25: Mark Brown of WastAway
Send us a textThank you to the WastAway team for making this episode possible. Host Cortney Piper had the pleasure of interviewing Mark Brown, CEO of WastAway, a green tech company that takes something the world doesn’t want – municipal solid waste – and converts it into something the world needs. WastAway—Waste-Away with no E—is an advanced energy leader. Its multi-patented system transforms municipal solid waste into valuable biofuels, achieving an impressive 85% landfill diversion. Mark has been at the helm of this company for nearly two decades, leading design, construction, and project deve...
2024-10-08
23 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 24: Mitchell Ishmael of Shift Thermal
Send us a textHost Cortney Piper interviews Mitchell Ishmael, Shift Thermal's co-founder and chief technology officer. In the episode, Mitch discusses the company's advanced thermal energy storage solution and the company milestones, including their participation in the Innovation Crossroads program. The two discuss the benefits of cleantech entrepreneurship in Tennessee, the need for partnerships to push the boundaries of sustainability and Shift Thermal's next steps, including partnerships for field demonstration projects.Learn more about TAEBC and Shift Thermal. Support the showTo keep up-to-date with the latest episodes, fo...
2024-09-10
21 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 23: Michael McCall of the Tennessee Valley Authority
Send us a textHost Cortney Piper interviews Michael McCall, the Tennessee Valley Authority’s Vice President of Environment and Sustainability and Chief Sustainability Officer, about the agency’s 2023 Sustainability Report.They discuss how TVA prioritizes sustainability and has shifted its mindset from compliance to stewardship. This shift enabled the nation’s largest public power provider to make significant progress toward reducing emissions, increasing biodiversity, decreasing water use and improving energy efficiency—which can serve as a model for other federal agencies and utilities nationwide.Learn more about TAEBC. Download TVA’s Sustainability Report or...
2024-08-06
21 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 22: Daniel Poneman of the U.S. Department of Energy and Centrus Energy
Send us a textHost Cortney Piper interviews Daniel Poneman, former president and chief executive officer of Centrus Energy Corporation, United States Deputy Secretary of Energy and chief operating officer of the Department of Energy. He has worked for three United States presidents on issues ranging from nuclear nonproliferation to clean energy. In the interview, Cortney and Daniel discuss his long career and mission to champion an all-of-the-above energy strategy. The episode includes stories and behind-the-scenes tidbits you won’t want to miss.Learn more about TAEBC and Daniel.Support the sho...
2024-07-23
31 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 21: Dr. Chris Burns of NOVONIX
Send us a textHost Cortney Piper interviews Dr. Chris Burns, Chief Executive Officer of NOVONIX, a leading battery materials and technology company with operations in the United States and Canada.Recently, DOE awarded NOVONIX a $100 million grant and a $103 million tax credit under the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Allocation Program, or the 48C program under the Inflation Reduction Act. This funding has enabled the company to expand domestic production of high-performance synthetic graphite anode materials at its Riverside facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee.In this episode, Cortney and Chris speak about these announcements...
2024-06-11
23 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 20: Charles Sims of the Howard H. Baker Jr. School of Public Policy and Public Affairs
Send us a textHost Cortney Piper interviews Dr. Charles Sims, Director of the Center for Energy, Transportation and Environmental Policy, Howard H. Baker Jr. School of Public Policy and Public Affairs, about the Valley Pathways Study. The Tennessee Valley Authority and the Baker School launched the Valley Pathways Study in February 2023 to evaluate the existing environmental landscape and explore opportunities to reduce carbon emissions and create a competitive, sustainable economy. In the episode, Cortney and Charles discuss key findings from the study and how to build a competitive, clean economy in the Te...
2024-05-07
19 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 19: Lilly Tench of the Spark Innovation Center
Send us a textIn this episode, Host Cortney Piper interviews Lilly Tench, Director of the Spark Innovation Center at the University of Tennessee Research Park. The two discuss the Spark Cleantech Accelerator program and how applications are open for Cohort Three until May 15, 2024. TAEBC is a proud partner of the Spark Cleantech Accelerator. We provide operational support and mentorship through our Energy Network program, which operates with support from Launch Tennessee.Spark CTA information and application “Good Business: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Creating a Better World,” by Lilly TenchLearn more about TAEBC and the S...
2024-04-02
20 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 18: Monica Walker of General Motors
Send us a textIn this episode, Host Cortney Piper interviews Monica Walker, Manager of Renewables & Energy Strategy at General Motors.GM has a bold vision for the future. One with zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion. Piper and Walker discuss GM’s renewable energy commitments, electric vehicle charging partnership with the Pilot Company and Spring Hill Manufacturing facility operations. They also cover how GM was an early adopter of the Tennessee Valley Authority’s Green Invest program.Learn more about TAEBC and GM.Support the showTo keep...
2024-03-05
14 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 17: Jennifer Safavian of Autos Drive America
Send us a textHost Cortney Piper interviews Jennifer Safavian, President and Chief Executive Officer of Autos Drive America. Autos Drive America’s mission is to grow the U.S. automotive industry by advocating for and defending open trade and investment policies that expand employment opportunities for Americans and choice for all consumers. Cortney and Jennifer discuss the international automotive presence in Tennessee, how the IRA and other recent federal policies impact the sector, and Autos Drive America’s 2023 Economic Impact Report. Their report found international automakers built 413,746 vehicles in the Volunteer State, creating 109,352 local jobs...
2024-02-06
17 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 16: Liliana Ramirez of Ford Motor Company
Send us a textIn what is likely Host Cortney Piper’s favorite interview to date, she interviews Liliana Ramirez, Global Director of Workforce Development at Ford. Ramirez is responsible for using cutting-edge strategies to build the manufacturing workforce required for BlueOval City and BlueOval SK Battery Park. In this episode, they discuss Ramirez’s 30+ year career at Ford, her passion for her work and how the company has changed since she joined in the early 1990s. The two also discuss Ford’s ambitious approach to workforce development, including BlueOval Learning and how it plans to fill...
2024-01-09
23 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 15: Kevin Heaslip of TEAM TN
Send us a textHow can we advance mobility solutions for all Tennesseans? In this episode, Host Cortney Piper interviews Dr. Kevin Heaslip, Director of the Center for Transportation Research at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Heaslip also served as the Chief Executive Officer of TEAM TN, a partnership with the National Science Foundation and an alliance of 100 academics, industry, and technical societies led by UT Knoxville. TEAM TN’s goal is to position Tennessee on the leading edge of transportation electrification and digitization.Learn more about TAEBC, the Center for Transportation Research, and...
2023-12-12
17 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 14: Gina Bonini of Modine
Send us a textHost Cortney Piper interviews Gina Bonini, Vice President and General Manager of Advanced Thermal Systems at Modine. Modine is the only U.S.-based automotive thermal management provider for electric vehicles. They are headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin, but the EV component manufacturing occurs at their plant in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.Modine has a rich history of automotive thermal management, dating back to the first radiator installed on the Ford Model T. Now, Modine is at the forefront of making zero-emissions mobility a reality for all vehicle classes and duty cycles. L...
2023-11-07
18 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 13: Julian Spector of Canary Media
Send us a textIn the first episode of Season 2, Host Cortney Piper interviews Julian Spector, senior reporter at Canary Media, an independent, nonprofit newsroom covering the transition to clean energy and solutions to the climate crisis. The pair spoke about Spector’s recent coverage of the Tennessee Valley Authority’s decarbonization efforts and the Southeast’s journey toward becoming a major electric vehicle and battery supply chain hub. The episode provides a bird’s eye view of the clean energy transition in Tennessee and beyond.Learn more about TAEBC and Spector. Read more of Spector’s...
2023-10-10
26 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 12: Why Tennessee?
Send us a textToday, we’re asking the question, “Why Tennessee?” Why are so many advanced energy companies moving to or expanding operations in our state? In 2021, Ford committed to a $5.6 billion investment in West Tennessee for electric vehicle production at its BlueOval City campus. Last year, WACKER, a German-based polysilicon manufacturer and long-time TAEBC member, announced a $200 million expansion at its facility in Charleston, Tennessee. We could go on and on. To discuss why so many advanced energy companies are choosing Tennessee, Host Cortney Piper will speak with Heath Jones, Managing Director...
2023-04-11
20 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 11: How Tennessee manufacturers meet their sustainability goals
Send us a textFor this episode, Energizing Tennessee is changing its format – or rather, its host – a little bit. Steve Seifried, Tennessee Account Executive for Ameresco and President of the Board for the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council, is your guest host for today’s conversation.In this episode, Seifried and his guests will explore how manufacturers in our state are meeting their sustainability goals with advanced energy and other innovative solutions. He’ll speak with: Gideon Sarpong Sr. Ph.D, PE., Environment, Health and Safety Manager, Nucor Steel MemphisDon Haynes, Environmental/Sustainability Manager, Fl...
2023-03-14
31 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 10: Mentorship + opportunity = How we keep advanced energy startups in Tennessee
Send us a textThe Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council has four commitments to our members. In this episode, we’re focusing on one: Foster the growth of Tennessee's advanced energy startups. TAEBC doesn’t just want advanced energy startups to launch in the state, we want them to grow, thrive and stay here.Today, we’re speaking with Harvey Abouelata, Vice President of Commercial Solar at Solar Alliance, and Dr. Bianca Bailey, CEO of Agriwater. In the episode, host Cortney Piper talks with Abouelata and Dr. Bailey about the importance of mentorship, programs that suppor...
2023-02-28
31 min
This Is Nashville
Driving the future of electric vehicles in Middle Tennessee
It's becoming increasingly clear that electric vehicles are the future of transportation, and that future is closer than ever. Tennessee is becoming a hub for electric vehicle production. That includes the vehicles themselves, like the ones Nissan and General Motors have been building in their Middle Tennessee plants for years. Volkswagen is doing the same in Chattanooga, and Ford is in the process of constructing the massive Blue Oval city facility near Memphis. Drive Electric Tennessee has set a goal of 200,000 electric vehicles on our state’s roads by 2028. But while vehicles are the most vi...
2023-02-21
50 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 9: Secret City to advanced nuclear hub: Tennessee’s legacy of innovation and development in nuclear energy
Send us a textTennessee is rooted in nuclear energy innovation. And today, Oak Ridge is a thriving epicenter for next-generation nuclear technology. So, what are we doing today? And what does next-generation nuclear energy even look like?To dive into today’s topic, we’re first speaking with Tracy Boatner, President of the East Tennessee Economic Council (ETEC), an organization dedicated to supporting the federal government’s missions in Oak Ridge. We’ll discuss the power of partnerships and why our region is ripe for nuclear innovation. We’ll also talk with Mike Laufer...
2023-02-14
32 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 8: Lithium is key to an all-electric future: But what about the supply?
Send us a textWe’ve all seen the headlines: Lithium is key to making electric vehicles, but do we have enough to supply rapid EV adoption? Today, we’re speaking with two representatives from Piedmont Lithium, a North Carolina-based company that recently announced a massive project breaking ground right here in Tennessee. The company anticipates the new development will serve as the largest lithium hydroxide processing facility constructed in the United States, enabling the transition to a net-zero world and the creation of a clean-energy economy.We’ll talk with Monique Parker, Vice President of Hea...
2023-01-31
22 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 7: Solar's transformational power for rural communities
Send us a textWe’re shining a light on the impact of solar in Tennessee. The International Energy Agency’s Renewables 2022 report predicts that in the next few years, the biggest source of electricity will be solar power. Meanwhile, the Inflation Reduction Act will usher in more high-paying solar jobs and tax credits for solar installations at homes, businesses and community solar projects. But what does this all mean for Tennesseans? Today, we’re speaking with Matt Kisber, Chairman of the Board at Silicon Ranch Corporation, about how this Nashville solar development company grew into a...
2023-01-17
33 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 6: What’s the deal with hydrogen? Is it the silver bullet for our decarbonization needs?
Send us a textTo close out the first half of our first season, we’re asking the big question: What’s the deal with hydrogen? Is it the silver bullet to solve all our decarbonization needs? From the utility sector to transportation— we’ll speak with two industry experts to help answer these inquiries. First, we’ll talk with Jon Rodriguez, Energy Business Director - Engine Power Plants at Wärtsilä North America, about using hydrogen for power generation as a means to decarbonize the utility sector. Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle s...
2022-12-13
40 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 5: How will we build out the nation’s EV charging infrastructure?
Send us a textThe age of the electric vehicle is here. Automakers are all in and the federal government is offering incentives to encourage the public to go electric and to create the infrastructure needed to enable wide-spread adoption. We need public EV charging stations to be just as available across the country as gas stations are now. To make this possible, Knoxville-based Pilot Company is teaming up with General Motors to build out the nation’s charging infrastructure, particularly along American highways. The plan is to create 2,000 EV charging stalls at up to 500 Pilot Flying J...
2022-11-29
29 min
Energizing Tennessee
Bonus Episode: Busting four common myths about EVs
Send us a textConsumers have questions about EVs and we have the answers! In this bonus episode released during the Tennessee Sustainable Transportation Forum & Expo and the Drive Electric Tennessee Momentum Summit, we're speaking with Ryan Stanton, Sr. Project Manager - EV Evolution at the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Alexa Voytek, Deputy Director, Office of Energy Programs at the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, to dispel common EV myths and talk about their work to educate the public on the benefits of going electric. Some of these myths include: The electric grid can’t support EV...
2022-11-07
31 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 4: Becoming #1 in the Southeast for EV supply chain
Send us a textFor the next few episodes, we’re continuing to explore the question: “How can we electrify Tennessee?” Today, we’re discussing how how Tennessee is quickly becoming #1 in the Southeast for the electric vehicle supply chain. Our guest for the show is Kel Kearns, Plant Manager at BlueOval City Electric Vehicle Center, who will speak about Ford’s $5.6 billion investment in West Tennessee.Learn more about BlueOval City and TAEBC.Support the showTo keep up-to-date with the latest episodes, follow TAEBC on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, a...
2022-10-25
23 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 3: All-hands-on-deck: A whole-ecosystem approach to transportation electrification
Send us a textElectrification is the future of the mobility industry. It’s no longer a dream or far-away possibility. Yet, we must come together as an ecosystem quickly to make it a reality. We need more investment in forward-thinking mobility technology. We need aggressive action from policymakers. We need an all-hands-on-deck approach to building an all-electric future.In the second episode of our mini series about how to electrify Tennessee, we're speaking with Tricia Martínez, Managing Director of the Techstars Industries of the Future Accelerator, about how startups can't build the electric fut...
2022-10-11
32 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 2: How can we electrify Tennessee? Getting over 200,000 EVs on Valley roads by 2028
Send us a textFor the next few episodes, we will explore the question: “How can we electrify Tennessee?” In the first episode in this mini series, we will discuss how Tennessee plans to build out its EV infrastructure to facilitate adoption of EVs. In 2021, the Tennessee Valley Authority and TN Department of Environment and Conservation announced their partnership to develop a statewide EV fast-charging network to power the growth of EVs across the state and reduce barriers to transportation electrification. Today, we'll speak with TVA’s Joe Hoagland, Vice President, Innovation and Research, about this partnership and TV...
2022-09-27
24 min
Big Ideas Welcome
Entrepreneurship Is A Team Sport
"Breaking Down Silos" and building up community. That is the message on this week's episode of Big Ideas Welcome featuring Cortney Piper. Cortney is the founder of Piper Communications, a strategic, results-driven communications firm specializing in clean energy and technology, located in Knoxville, TN. In this episode, Chris and Cortney discuss:-Start-Up Day 2022 and its history-the growth and changes Cortney has seen in the entrepreneurial space over the last...
2022-09-20
32 min
Energizing Tennessee
Episode 1: What's the deal with advanced energy in Tennessee?
Send us a textThe Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council champions advanced energy as a job creation and economic development strategy. We educate public officials and business leaders about Tennessee’s advanced energy assets, establish strategic partnerships to connect assets with opportunities, and inform policy that expands and strengthens the industry. In the introductory episode of Energizing Tennessee, powered by TAEBC and FirstBank, we will cover who we are, what we do and how advanced energy offers significant economic opportunity for our state’s economy. Our guest is Steve Seifried, President of the TAEBC Board of Directors and...
2022-09-13
28 min
Energizing Tennessee
Welcome to Energizing Tennessee
Send us a textThe Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council champions advanced energy as a job creation and economic development strategy. Advanced energy is a relatively new term but refers to any technology that makes energy cleaner, safer, more secure and more efficient.Energizing Tennessee, powered by TAEBC and FirstBank, explores the latest news and insights about the advanced energy sector. We're your number one podcast for news about advanced energy in Tennessee.Featured guests will include electric vehicle, transportation, energy, and technology experts from across the state’s leading industry, research, academic, an...
2022-08-16
01 min
EcoRight Speaks
Clip: Piper on the process of evaluating, tracking and measuring Tennessee's advanced energy economy 11 11 21
From this week's show, Cortney Piper on the process of evaluating, tracking and measuring Tennessee's advanced energy economy across the entire state.Hear the Full "EcoRight Speaks!" conversation and make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
2021-11-12
01 min
EcoRight Speaks
Clip: Piper on Tennessee's three key assets that are unique 11 11 21
Cortney Piper on Tennessee's three key assets that are unique and combined have helped their advanced energy economy soar.Hear the full conversation on "EcoRight Speaks!" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
2021-11-12
01 min
EcoRight Speaks
Clip: Cortney Piper on big business opportunity with size of state's advanced energy economy. 11 11 21
From this week's show, Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council's Cortney Piper shares and describes the big business opportunity with the size of the state's advanced energy economy. Hear the full conversation on "EcoRight Speaks!" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
2021-11-12
01 min
EcoRight Speaks
Full Ep: Cortney Piper Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council 11 9 21
The clean energy economy is booming in the state of Tennessee and the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council's Cortney Piper has been helping lead it from the start. Conducting numerous focus groups and research several years ago, she brought a group of companies together to form the TAEBS. They are now championing advanced energy as a job creation and economic development strategy across the state. Hear what exciting things Cortney has to say with our host Chelsea Henderson! Hear the full conversation and make sure to follow/subscribe to "EcoRight Speaks!" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
2021-11-09
25 min
Startup Knox Podcast
Cortney Piper with Innov865 Alliance
I’m talking with Cortney Piper, Founder and President of Piper Communications and Co-Founder the Tennessee Advanced Energy Council. We talk about the Innov865 Alliance and Innov865 Week and all things startup in Knoxville. Courtney is reading Walking with the Wind and Quiet and listening to What's The Tee? and following RuPaul.
2020-12-15
30 min
Disrupt the Continuum
Turning energy innovation into economic growth
Cortney Piper, Executive Director of Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council, sees Tennessee's advanced energy industry as a powerful force for economic development and job creation. In this episode, Cortney shares her vision for helping energy companies become global leaders, and she explains how TAEBC is partnering with Launch Tennessee to support startups.
2020-10-06
23 min