Success stories

Amteck LLC

The Tennessee American Job Center in Northwest Tennessee is the best support Amteck has out of all the states we operate in. Jon Dougherty, Education Director, Amteck LLC

Austin Peay State University

This has been a wonderful way for students to gain hands-on experiences, gain new skills, and connect with employers for future opportunities, said Lashae Whitley, CEO of We Notarize Nationwide Notary Services.

BlueCross

BlueCross Launches BlueHorizon Apprenticeship Program Managed by Chattanooga State

Bridgestone

Bridgestone partnered with Motlow State Community College to develop a mechatronics program based on the Siemens Mechatronics Systems approach to advanced manufacturing.

Caterpillar Financial

Cat Financial created an apprenticeship with Nashville State and ApprenticeshipTN that combines paid work with an associate degree.

Dyersburg Fire Department

Dyersburg Fire Rescue uses youth employment, on-the-job training, and registered apprenticeship programs to recruit and retain firefighters.

East Tennessee Economic Council

ETEC highlights TNWorks’ statewide connection of education, workforce, and industry to expand pathways and support innovation.

Electrolux

Electrolux and the Workforce Investment Network (WIN) partnered to provide training through WIN’s Industrial Readiness Training program.

Ford Motor Company

Ford is partnering across education, community, and state systems to build an advanced-manufacturing talent pipeline for BlueOval City.

Global Location Strategies

Global Location Strategies recognizes TNWorks for coordinating workforce resources and simplifying employer engagement in investment decisions.

Impact Plastics

After Hurricane Helene devastated its Erwin facility, Impact Plastics used workforce grant support to retain jobs and rebuild operations.

Kephart Group Inc.

Kephart Group views TNWorks as a way to strengthen manufacturing productivity, talent stability, and competitiveness in Tennessee.

Marvin Windows & Doors

Marvin worked with Greater Memphis workforce partners to support growth and develop a dependable manufacturing talent pipeline.

Morgan Steel

Morgan Steel scaled from a small Memphis operation into a major regional metal service center by investing in workforce growth.

Nissan

Nissan partnered with the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) in Murfreesboro to open a training center in Smyrna for careers in advanced manufacturing.

Oshkosh

Custom workforce solutions at Oshkosh Manufacturing in Jefferson City, Tennessee.

SL Tennessee

SL Tennessee donates land for new Anderson County Higher Education Center

Southwest Tennessee Community College

Tennessee Builders Alliance

A paid construction training camp equipped more than 65 participants with skills, wages, tools, safety gear, and career access.

Tennessee Valley Authority

TVA supports TNWorks’ focus on talent solutions that help employers connect more easily with the skilled workforce they need.

TownePlace Suites Murfreesboro

TownePlace Suites credits the American Job Center’s resources, guidance, and collaboration with supporting its workforce and growth.

Volkswagen

Volkswagen joined forces with Chattanooga State Community College to develop two three-year mechatronics degree programs accredited by the German Chambers of Industry and Commerce.

Wahoo’s Adventures

State grant support helped Wahoo’s retain momentum by restoring the Nolichucky River while rafting operations were disrupted.