In this episode, we explore a new way of building business in Tennessee through TNWorks, a groundbreaking initiative that unites six state agencies (Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development,Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, Tennessee Board of Regents, Tennessee Higher Education Commission, Tennessee Department of Human Services, and the Tennessee Department of Education) to strengthen the state’s workforce and economy. Labor and Workforce Development Commissioner Deniece Thomas and Deputy Governor & Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter share how this collaborative effort will help businesses thrive across the state. Later, we hear from Tennessee Higher Education Commission Executive Director Dr. Steven Gentile and Tennessee Board of Regents Executive Director Dr. Jeff Sisk, who discuss the vital education component of TNWorks and how it equips Tennesseans with the skills needed for long-term success.