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Navigating a New Washington
The world of Washington changed a great deal over the past year, with real impacts on Chattanooga businesses. Republicans regained U.S. House majority control, the Senate remains under Democratic leadership and President Joe Biden maneuvers through a divided Washington. Held
Chattanooga Chamber Announces Leadership Class of 2024
The membership roster for the incoming Leadership Chattanooga class of 2024 is now available, Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce announces. “The incoming class participants resemble Chattanooga in their diversity, vibrancy and engagement. They represent the growing mosaic of industries and
YPC Announces 2023-24 Advisory Board & Protégé Cohort
New membership rosters for both Protégé Chattanooga and Young Professionals of Chattanooga (YPC) Advisory Board are now available, Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce announces. This diverse group of early to mid-career professionals represents a variety of backgrounds and industry sectors
DIVERSIFY Recap: Building More Equitable Workplaces
Despite modest gains in representation over the past eight years, women – especially women of color – are still dramatically underrepresented in corporate America, Jennifer Stanley, Partner, McKinsey and Company, said today. At the Chattanooga luncheon, Stanley discussed the reasons
Tales of Transformation: Emerging Leaders Embrace Opportunity
Leadership Chattanooga is a thriving community of emerging local leaders exploring community issues and developing skills for successful leadership. Directed by Toya Moore, Leadership Development Director, Chattanooga Chamber, and run by the Chattanooga Chamber Foundation, the 10-month program offers comprehensive
Leadership Chattanooga Graduates 2023 ‘Best Class Ever’
The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce and Chattanooga Chamber Foundation congratulate the 39th graduating class of Leadership Chattanooga. Leadership Chattanooga is the premier leadership development and civic engagement program for established professionals in the greater-Chattanooga region. Since 1984 the program
Chattanooga Chamber Names Yolonda Hayslett Finance and Operations Vice President
The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce announced the promotion of Yolonda Hayslett, MBA, SHRM-CP, to Vice President, Finance and Operations. She will continue to be responsible for leading and managing a team that handles member-investor services initiatives, accounting, finance, human
Protégé Recap: Celebrating Young Leaders
As the sun sets on another Protégé Chattanooga session, a bright future emerges for Chattanooga’s young leaders. Over a nine-month period, Protégé Chattanooga participants connected with their peers and area business and community leaders to develop their business and civic-engagement
$54 Million Embassy Suite Breaks Ground: Interview with Mitch Patel
On Monday, executives from Vision Hospitality Group, along with key members of the Chattanooga community — including our Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce — gathered at the intersection of Broad Street and West 4th Street in downtown Chattanooga to celebrate the
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
