865 Fest is a full-day entrepreneurial conference hosting visionary keynotes, premier pitch competitions, thought-provoking panels, and much more to explore how big ideas move from concept to reality.
Gather alongside Knoxville’s brightest founders, investors, executives and business leaders for insights on transformative tech, bold business moves and regional success stories.
2025 Judges’ Choice Award Winner: Lance Adler, Witching Hour
2025 Crowd Favorite Award Winner: Joel Smith, TeachCraft
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