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CSI & AGC Collaborate on Blueprint Training Course
Posted: Thu, Aug 13, 2026
The Knoxville AGC and CSI are again collaborating to present their Blueprint Training Course at the AGC offices on Ragsdale Ave. The 6 week course has drawn 30 to 60 people each year for a number of years. The attendees represent a wide range of members of the construction industry including contractors, subcontractors, cost estimators, loan officers, interior designers and product representatives. Each week experts from the industry guide the attendees through portions of the contract documents, helping them to read the documents and understand the relationships vital to ensuring quality construction.
The schedule this year is as follows:
Thursday, August 20, 2026: Introduction to Contract Documents – Drawings
Thursday, August 27, 2026: Introduction to Contract Documents – Specifications
Thursday, September 3, 2026: Civil Engineering
Thursday, September 10, 2026: Structural Engineering
Thursday, September 17, 2026: Plumbing, Mechanical, & Fire Protection Engineering
Thursday, September 24, 2026: Electrical Engineering
CSI is pleased to have been a part of this effort for many years as we have seen that the class, as John Ewart, AGC Executive Director says, "strengthens the construction community".
Gulf States Region Conference in Knoxville this Summer
Posted: Wed, Mar 25, 2026
The CSI Gulf States Region Conference will be held in Knoxville at the Crowne Plaza Hotel July 8 - 11, 2026. The conference steering committee is crafting the programming around a Team Building theme, with major Key Note speakers from our local university's award winning teams. Conference registration is open with early bird prices expiring June 1.
SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
Sponsorships are now available. Follow this link for information. INFO
Knoxville is thrilled to announce that our own Children's Hospital has been renamed the Dolly Parton Children's Hospital. Learn more about this new partnership and consider making a donation to support their wonderful work!
The Steering Committee meets bi-weekly on Wednesday's after office hours either online or face to face at MHM's new offices. There are many opportunities for local chapter members and their spouses to join the Steering Committee Team and take on small tasks to help pull this effort together. Contact Aaron Miller, Chair, to join the team.
Watch this column for up to date news on exciting events that will be included in this conference.
ETN Building Products Show - March 3
Posted: Thu, Feb 12, 2026
The East Tennessee Building Seminar & Product Show will be held on March 3, 2026 at the Jackson Terminal, 213 W. Jackson Ave. The continuing education seminar is titled Teambuilding | The Next Generation of Leaders in Design & Construction from 2:30 - 4 PM. The Product Show will open at 4 PM with over 40 manufacturers and exhibitors. The 2026 show is SOLD OUT!
Heavy hors d'oeurvres and beverages will be served.
These events are free to design & construction professionals and students.
2026 Meal Tickets Available
Posted: Fri, Dec 12, 2025
The CSI dues no longer include the cost of monthly meals. For a limited time you can purchase a meal ticket for $140. This will cover all of your meals for 2026! Instead of paying $20 at the door every month, buy yours today and take advantage of the savings! (A $20 savings). Purchase Here
A reservation for each meeting is still required in order to provide the caterer with a correct head count.
As always, students and first time guests are always free!
Knoxville CSI Membership
Posted: Tue, Sep 09, 2025
The CSI Knoxville Chapter is a diverse group that represents the breadth of the design and construction industry. Come join us each 2nd Tuesday for food, fellowship and excellent educational presentations at the ACG Educational Building on Ragsdale Ave. You can make a lunch reservation by clicking on the button to the right of the screen. Come meet some old and new friends.
