TPM Academy of Memphis
The TPM Academy® is a training developed by the U.S. Chamber Foundation that seeks to enhance partnerships between employers and their talent supply chain partners. Facilitated by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the TPM Academy is supported by a customized curriculum that serves as an employer handbook giving participants the knowledge, skills and abilities to implement talent supply chain solutions.
In partnership with the Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce and the Coca-Cola Foundation, the TPM Academy will bring together a cross-sector cohort of professionals—from regional businesses, HR professionals, and Workforce practitioners—to equip the Greater Memphis region with the framework to build Talent Supply Chains. Participants will engage with the TPM curriculum, collaborate through peer learning, and apply strategies in real-world settings.
All participants in the TPM Academy are required to commit to attending all the training sessions listed below. Each training will consist of lecture, group work, and community application. We recognize that attending the Academy alone will not result in change for your community—it will require your commitment to identifying, developing, and integrating tactics throughout your approach. Upon graduating the TPM Academy you will become part of the National Learning Network, a collaborative group that will support your efforts beyond your TPM Academy experience.
With questions regarding the academy, please email Adrianne Vestal at avestal@memphischamber.com
Please direct any technical issues with the application to tpmsupport@uschamber.org
Interested in applying and want to learn more?
Join us for an Interest Webinar on Thursday, August 28 at 10:30 a.m. CT / 11:30 a.m. ET to learn more about the TPM Academy and how to get involved
Required Meetings
- Champions Workshop: August 7, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT (In-person)
- TPM Orientation: October 9, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM CT (In-person)
- Implementation Workshop: January 15, 2026 (In-person)
- All in-person meetings will be held at: 100 Peabody Place, Suite 1000, Memphis, Tennessee 38103
- The format of the Academy will be self-paced, online asynchronous learning.
Cost to Attend
Tuition for the Academy is generously covered by the Coca-Cola Foundation.
Application Window
- Window opens: August 7, 2025
- Applications due: September 19, 2025
Applications will not be reviewed on a rolling basis, and late submissions will not be considered.
Ready to Apply?
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With technical questions, please email tpmsupport@uschamber.org.