Welcome to the first episode of #BuildINC Business – the podcast where we share compelling stories of the founders, friends, and resource partners that make the INCubator a successful program. In this premiere, join us as we dive into the journey of Chantz Yanagida, the innovative mind behind STRACT Corporation. Discover how his business is shaping the industry, what drives his vision, and why he chose the INCubator to accelerate his entrepreneurial path.
Director – Marcherie Jamene Savage
For years, we’ve talked about the aging of America as if it were a future problem. It isn’t. It’s happening now. Over the next decade, millions of Baby Boomers will continue to age into their 70s and 80s, creating one of the greatest caregiving shifts…
The views expressed in this article represent the opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, its staff, or its board of directors. What if the most valuable person on…
The views expressed in this article represent the opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, its staff, or its board of directors. For a few weeks this summer, the…
For nine years, Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union's (TVFCU) Idea Leap Grant program has connected local entrepreneurs with funding to help turn innovative ideas into thriving businesses. As TVFCU celebrates 90 years of serving the Tennessee Valley, the credit union…
For nearly a decade, Jamison Shimmel has experienced the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s leadership programs from the participant's perspective. Today, he's helping shape their future. Shimmel is joining the Chamber as director of leadership programs, where he will oversee…
Nearly 200 business and community leaders gathered at Erlanger Park on June 16 for Diversify: Women Mean Business, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. The annual event celebrated the impact, innovation and leadership of women across Chattanooga's business community while…
