IBN Masterclass – Knoxville

Learn. Connect. Grow.

IBN Masterclass is a premium business growth experience hosted by Incredible Business Networking and co-hosted by Jennifer Maizel of Marvelous Maizel Marketing, designed to deliver real-world, real-time, actionable intelligence that attendees can immediately apply to improve and grow their businesses.

Created for growth-minded entrepreneurs, professionals, and business leaders, IBN Masterclass combines practical education, authentic networking, and high-level business conversations in a professional and engaging environment.

Unlike traditional seminars focused heavily on theory or motivation alone, IBN Masterclass emphasizes actionable implementation, meaningful relationship-building, leadership, entrepreneurship, branding, business growth, and learning directly from successful people actively operating in today’s rapidly changing business world.

This is more than a networking event.

It is a curated entrepreneurial growth experience designed for people who understand the value of continuing education, strategic relationships, and surrounding themselves with other driven, forward-thinking professionals.

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Event Details

📅 Thursday, July 16, 2026
⏰ 8:45 AM – Noon
📍 Bearden Banquet Hall – Knoxville, TN

• 5806 Kingston Pike
  Knoxville, TN 37919

🎟️ Admission: $49 Purchase Tickets
🍳 Deluxe Hot Breakfast Included

Attendance is intentionally limited to maintain a high-quality networking and learning environment.

Hosted By Incredible Business Networking

Co-Hosted By Jennifer Maizel of Marvelous Maizel Marketing

Featured Speakers

Andrew Ingram

Owner of Reef Coffee & Hurricane Cycles Bike Shop

Turning Passion Into Purpose & Business

Andrew will share entrepreneurial insights on:

• How he created a space for people to grow each other’s talents at Reef Coffee
• How his experience as a professional cyclist shaped his mindset as a business owner
• How he transformed personal passion and talent into a successful business model

His presentation focuses on community-building, culture, entrepreneurship, persistence, and creating businesses that connect people through shared experiences and purpose.

Crystal McNamee

Founder & Owner of Park + Alley

Building a Brand People Trust

Crystal McNamee is the Founder and Owner of Park + Alley, a Knoxville-based company redefining the traditional home experience by combining full-service real estate, interior styling and design, and a curated home goods marketplace under one brand.

Crystal will share practical business growth insights focused on:

• Competing on value instead of price
• Scaling through delegation and leadership
• Using social media to build long-term trust

Her presentation focuses on branding, customer experience, leadership, business systems, modern marketing, and creating premium experiences that generate long-term growth and loyalty.

Featured Speaker – Tim Shaughnessy

President of Preferred Construction

Three Disciplines That Drive Successful Entrepreneurs

• A Curious Mind That Never Stops Exploring
• The Persistence to Ask for Help and Opportunity
• The Humility to Laugh at Themselves and Keep Growing

Tim is the President of Preferred Construction, an award-winning East Tennessee remodeling company specializing in kitchens, bathrooms, porches, decks, and home additions.

Preferred Construction has become known for completing projects on time, within budget, and with meticulous attention to detail while managing numerous active projects and employing more than 60 people at any given time.

Tim will share leadership and entrepreneurial insights developed through real-world business growth, operational experience, persistence, and long-term relationship-building.

Featured Panel Q&A

Following the presentations, attendees will participate in a live interactive panel discussion featuring all three speakers.

This audience-driven Q&A session allows attendees to engage directly with experienced entrepreneurs and business leaders while exploring practical business growth topics, leadership, networking, branding, mindset, operations, marketing, systems, entrepreneurship, and relationship-building.

Event Schedule

8:45 AM – 9:15 AM

Deluxe Hot Breakfast & Open Networking

9:15 AM – 9:25 AM

Welcome & Opening Remarks

9:25 AM – 9:50 AM

Andrew Ingram

9:50 AM – 10:05 AM

Open Networking Break

10:05 AM – 10:30 AM

Crystal McNamee

10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Open Networking Break

10:45 AM – 11:25 AM

Featured Speaker – Tim Shaughnessy

11:25 AM – 11:50 AM

Featured Panel Q&A

11:50 AM – Noon

Closing Remarks

Why Attend IBN Masterclass?

Because the business world is changing rapidly.

AI, branding, leadership, visibility, trust, customer expectations, systems, marketing, networking, and business operations are evolving faster than ever before.

The businesses that continue growing are the ones willing to:

• learn continuously
• adapt strategically
• build meaningful relationships
• connect with successful people
• and implement practical ideas quickly

IBN Masterclass is designed specifically for professionals who understand that standing still is not a growth strategy.

This is not passive education.

This is actionable implementation-focused learning combined with meaningful networking in a professional, engaging environment.

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What Your Experience Includes

✅ Deluxe Hot Breakfast Included
✅ Three Featured Speakers
✅ Interactive Panel Q&A
✅ Open Networking Opportunities
✅ Real-World Actionable Business Intelligence
✅ High-Level Entrepreneurial Conversations
✅ Professional Relationship Building
✅ Growth-Focused Business Community

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IBN Masterclass is Sponsored in Knoxville by:

• Knoxville Insider

• Legacy Life Planning

• Lifewave – Janet Hudson, Brand Partner

• P&L Business Services

• Tradebank of Knoxville

• Viewpoint Media

• Linda Meese, Realty Executives Associates

• Brainstorm International

• John Pyron – The Business Doctor

• Abundance 365

• Rocky Top HVAC

• Ownby Insurance Service

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event only for established business owners?

No. While many attendees will be experienced entrepreneurs and professionals, anyone serious about business growth, leadership, networking, and continuing education is welcome to attend.

Is breakfast included with admission?

Yes. Admission includes a deluxe hot breakfast.

Will there be networking opportunities?

Absolutely. Open networking is intentionally built into the event experience with dedicated networking sessions throughout the morning.

Is this a seminar or sales presentation?

No. IBN Masterclass is designed to provide practical, actionable business intelligence and meaningful professional connections — not generic sales pitches or overly theoretical presentations.

What makes IBN Masterclass different from other business events?

IBN Masterclass combines:

• real-world entrepreneurial experience
• actionable implementation-focused learning
• authentic networking
• meaningful conversations
• and a curated professional environment

The focus is on practical value, growth, relationships, and connecting with successful professionals actively operating in today’s business world.

How many people will attend?

Attendance is intentionally limited to maintain a more personal, engaging, and high-quality networking and learning experience.

What should I bring?

Bring business cards, an open mind, and a willingness to connect, learn, and engage with other professionals.

Reserve Your Seat

Seats are intentionally limited and expected to fill quickly.

If you value:

• practical business growth strategies
• continuing education
• meaningful networking
• entrepreneurial leadership
• and connecting with successful professionals

then IBN Masterclass was built for you.