Chamber Announces Knoxville, TN as Destination for 2025 Benchmarking Trip
March 26, 2025
The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama is pleased to announce that Knoxville, Tennessee, will be the destination for its 2025 Benchmarking Trip, taking place July 13-15. The University of Alabama will serve as the presenting sponsor for this highly anticipated annual initiative, which provides business and community leaders with an opportunity to gain insights from other thriving regions.
Knoxville, a city known for its dynamic downtown revitalization, higher education partnerships, and commitment to innovation, offers an ideal setting for productive discussions and takeaways that can positively impact West Alabama.
“Benchmarking trips are a cornerstone of the Chamber’s commitment to strategic growth and collaboration,” said Chamber President and CEO Kyle South. “Knoxville’s economic momentum and investment in workforce development make it an excellent model for West Alabama, and we look forward to learning from their successes.”
The Chamber’s benchmarking trips bring together key stakeholders, including elected officials, business executives, and community leaders, to explore best practices in economic development, workforce strategies, infrastructure, and quality of life improvements.
For more information about the Knoxville benchmarking trip, please contact alicia@westalabamachamber.com.