7 Top HR Tips from Ruby Falls
Ruby Falls is the tallest and deepest underground cave waterfall in the United States that’s open to the public.
Meet the 2023 Chamber Award Finalists
Small businesses form the backbone of our local economy. Each year our Chattanooga Chamber takes time to recognize the small
i3 Merchant’s Top Digital Payment Trends for Retailers
Payments have become a focal point for merchants and consumers alike over the past three years. Digital payment adoption and
How Gig City Keeps Remote Teams Connected
A recent Slack survey with 9,000 respondents revealed that 72% of global workers preferred a hybrid-remote work environment. For many industries, remote work is now standard and entrepreneurs are considering ways to effectively lead their teams. Ashley Kent, a Lookout Mountain native, launched Clear
EPB Super Bowl Ad Features Chattanooga Businesses
On Super Bowl Sunday, while the nation tuned in to watch the NFL’s final annual playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, EPB of Chattanooga aired a commercial to promote its high-speed internet capabilities and quality service to the region. In addition
Nokian Tyres Announce $174 Million Expansion
Finland-based tire manufacturer, Nokian Tyres, recently announced plans to invest $174.1 million toward expanding operations in Dayton, Tennessee. The new expansion comes in the form of a 350,000-square-foot tire warehouse which will create 75 new jobs, increasing the total number of Nokian employees to 475.
Chattamatters Highlights Solutions to Local Challenges
Americans consume a massive amount of media from sources around the globe — but how much of that knowledge empowers residents to make a difference in their own communities? Chattamatters is Chattanooga’s hyperlocal storytelling series that aims to change that dynamic and nurture community investment
Atlanta Federal Reserve Leader Says Workforce Pressure and Inflation Continue
Filling jobs continues to present a challenge to businesses – even as the economy softens, David Altig, Ph.D., Atlanta Federal Reserve executive vice president and director of research, said today. At the Chattanooga breakfast, Altig said inflation is moderating but still too high to be
Event Recap: Unity Breakfast Supports, Uplifts Women in the Workplace
As part of our mission to foster a business community that promotes diversity and inclusion, last week the Chattanooga Chamber hosted the Women’s Unity Breakfast presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. Held at Six18 Restaurant, the breakfast program provided attendees with valuable information on ways
Future Leaders, Start Here
Business leaders play a critical role in strengthening our region. The Chattanooga Chamber Foundation helps develop and retain talent through two prestigious, best-in-class programs for early, mid and late-career professionals – Leadership Chattanooga and Protégé Chattanooga. These programs offer comprehensive leadership training through experiential learning
How Personality Profiles Help Create Inclusive Companies
Business leaders are tapping into popular personality-profile assessments to help drive performance, assemble strong teams, and improve organizational culture. TREND sat down with Wade Hinton, CEO and Founder of Hinton and Co., whose local firm has developed niche expertise in deploying both the DiSC® and
5 ArtsBuild Programs To Support Our Cultural Workforce
Did you know the arts, culture and creative sector in Chattanooga-Hamilton County is a major contributor to the local economy? It’s surprising that it’s often overlooked in discussions about workforce development. According to an Americans for the Arts report, this sector provides jobs for almost
Creating Connections: Inclusive Spaces Benefit Workforce & Community
Unemployment rates for neurodivergent adults are at or above 40% — but it’s not just individuals seeking employment who suffer when networking and workplace opportunities are inaccessible. According to The Center for Neurodiversity and Employment Innovation, that rate —three times higher than for those with
On Making History: Lessons from Women Leaders
Since becoming an official holiday in 1987, Women’s History Month has recognized the accomplishments and sacrifices of trailblazers making their mark. In fact, many economic advancements and worker’s rights that now benefit our labor force actually emerged from the suffrage movement of the 1920s. This