06/10/2026
And that’s a wrap!
Our final community announcement for the TNECD + TN Main Street Food & Beverage Initiative is Ripley, Tennessee.
Located in West Tennessee, Ripley is a community with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, deep local pride, and a commitment to supporting small businesses. As the city continues to invest in its downtown and local economy, Ripley is creating opportunities for food and beverage businesses to grow and succeed.
Through the TNECD + TN Main Street Food & Beverage Initiative, PROOF will provide hands-on technical assistance to help local food and beverage businesses strengthen operations, increase profitability, and prepare for long-term growth.
Support will include:
✔️ 1:1 coaching & consulting
✔️ Menu pricing strategy
✔️ Retail readiness support
✔️ Financial planning guidance
✔️ Operational systems improvement
✔️ Training sessions & workshops
✔️ Growth and location strategy support
We’re excited to partner with Ripley’s entrepreneurs, stakeholders, and community leaders as we work together to strengthen Tennessee’s local food and beverage ecosystem.
With Ripley, we’ve officially announced all 10 communities selected for this initiative. We’re grateful for the opportunity to work alongside these communities and look forward to helping local businesses build stronger foundations for growth and long-term success.