KOSBE Client, Jennings Group to hold Open House and Ribbon Cutting

September 07, 2011

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting and open house for KOSBE Client, Jennings Group on Thursday, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m. located at 1567 N. Eastman Road, Suite 1, Kingsport.

Jennings Group is a new and innovative tax and bookkeeping service that is unlike other accounting firms in the Tri-Cities.

Jennings Group is a full-service, year-round business committed to client service with a personal touch. They provide a wide range of services to individuals as well as businesses at affordable rates.

“We offer the technology needed in order to meet the demands of the 21st Century! We offer many products to give our clients access to their tax returns and accounting documents 24 hours a day, regardless of their location,” explains owner, Christe Jennings. “This is a major convenience for clients who have busy schedules and can't make time for an office visit, or even clients that are located outside the Tri-Cities area.”

Secure, encrypted client portals and a paperless environment are just a couple of the innovative products offered. For a full listing of professional services, visit JenningsGroupEA.com.

“Our goal is to provide you the trust, convenience, experience and value you deserve in order to take your business to the next level!” said Jennings.

"We offer the ultimate one-stop shop for anyone that owns rental property! We will take your tenant's payments (an on-site drop-box is provided for their convenience), make your deposits and keep up with your expenses. We can make rental property ownership stress-free!” Jennings added.

Jennings Group is owned by Christe Jennings, an Enrolled Agent (EA) with the IRS. Being an EA allows her to provide professional representation for clients in the event of an audit. She has over 13 years of tax experience as well as a degree in Accounting from ETSU. She specializes in small businesses, payroll solutions and all types of tax returns including individual, partnership, limited liability and corporate returns.

She also provides the services of a Notary Public for the convenience of her clients. Jennings Group networks with a large accounting firm in Chattanooga, in addition to local firms in the area.

Carl Knox, a Senior Advisor with more than 35 years of accounting knowledge, brings his expertise to the team. He has prepared taxes in different counties across the state for other accounting firms.

Hours of operation are Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. For your convenience, other times are available upon request.

During tax season, office hours are extended to meet client's needs. You can schedule an appointment through the online system at JenningsGroupEA.com or through their Facebook page at facebook.com/JenningsGroupEA.

For more information about Jennings Group or to schedule a free consultation call (423) 408-2106, visit their website JenningsGroupEA.com, follow them on Facebook JenningsGroupEA, Twitter @JenningsGroup, LinkedIn christejennings, or e-mail cj@JenningsGroupEA.com.

It is the intent of KOSBE to be the go-to organization in the Tri-Cities for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to start or grow their businesses, by creating and developing the right tools and resources and cultivating the right partnerships. In partnership with Tennessee Small Business Development Centers (TSBDC) at ETSU, KOSBE can more effectively serve the needs of entrepreneurs and small businesses. For a complete listing of services, tools and resources, visit kosbe.org.

The cooperative agreement between KOSBE and East Tennessee State University is partially funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). SBA’s funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions or services. SBA funded programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Additional funding is provided by the Tennessee Board of Regents and the state of Tennessee.

To schedule your free confidential counseling appointment in a private setting by TSBDC-certified counselors in person, online by phone or e-mail call Marybeth McLain at (423) 392.8825 or e-mail, mmclain@kosbe.org.

For more information about the Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office and your Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE), visit tsbdc.org and kosbe.org or call (423) 392.8825. We’re social too; follow us on Facebook, Kosbe – The Small Business Connection, Twitter, @KOSBEConnection, LinkedIn group, KOSBE — The Small Business Connection and our YouTube Channel, KOSBEConnection.

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