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Press release · FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE · January 28, 2026 · 4 min read

ETSU Marketing Students Bring Advanced AI-Powered Marketing to Tri-Cities Businesses

The American Marketing Association collegiate chapter at East Tennessee State University (ETSU AMA) is launching a first-of-its-kind initiative that gives Tri-Cities businesses access to advanced websites, AI-powered marketing systems, and modern digital strategy.

PHOTO · ETSU MARKETING STUDENTS BRING ADVANCED AI-POWERED MARKETING TO TRI-CITIES BUSINESSES

The American Marketing Association collegiate chapter at East Tennessee State University (ETSU AMA) is launching a first-of-its-kind initiative that gives Tri-Cities businesses access to advanced websites, AI-powered marketing systems, and modern digital strategy.

"This is real work with real impact," said Dr. Michelle Sullivan, AMA faculty advisor.

A New Model for Economic Growth

The AI Economy Hub represents a new approach to local economic development, one that connects students, AI-powered systems, and community businesses through a shared innovation ecosystem.


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CloudWise Academy is an AI-powered economic community development program serving the Tri-Cities, Tennessee region. We equip individuals and communities with practical AI skills and career-ready training.

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