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Economic Outlook 2026
The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Outlook event at the Westin Chattanooga drew an outstanding turnout. Attendees heard valuable economic insights from Dr. David Altig, Executive Vice President and Chief Economic Adviser at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta.
Starting a Small Business in Chattanooga? Why The TSBDC Should Be Your First Stop.
Starting a small business is an exciting venture, but it can also be overwhelming. For entrepreneurs in Chattanooga, the smartest first step is not to draft a logo or lease a storefront. It is sitting down with someone who knows
Welcome to the INCubator: Peptide Test
Welcome to the INCubator: Peptide Test The INCubator is excited to welcome Peptide Test as one of our newest clients. Founded by Chad Stiles, Peptide Test is addressing a growing challenge in today’s health and wellness marketplace: helping consumers verify product quality in
Leading With Care: My Leadership Chattanooga Experience
Participating in Leadership Chattanooga has been one of the most personally meaningful professional development experiences of my career. As an educator committed to cultivating cultures of care that help foster compassion and belonging, I entered the program hoping to deepen
How Small Business Owners in Chattanooga Can Use AI to Grow, Save Time, and Compete
For many of Chattanooga’s small and mid-sized business owners, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is not just another tech trend, it is becoming an essential part of daily operations. From the walkable blocks of the North Shore to the
Chamber of Commerce’s Steve Hiatt to Retire After 35+ Years of Championing Chattanooga’s Business Community
After more than three decades of building relationships, solving problems and driving investment across Hamilton County, Steve Hiatt, director of existing business development for the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, will retire at the end of 2025, leaving behind a
Building resiliency: How a new INCubator program is supporting local businesses looking to scale
When Konstantin Chinkov first began designing watercolor coloring books for his young nephew, the lifelong artist had no idea it would turn into the burgeoning business he has today. Owned and operated out of North Shore’s Business Development Center, Chinkov
The Exchange: What the Pilgrims’ First Thanksgiving Really Teaches Us
Every November, schoolchildren don construction-paper pilgrim hats and recite a tidy story: The Mayflower arrived in 1620, the settlers nearly starved, friendly Wampanoag taught them to plant corn, and the next fall everyone sat down to a harmonious feast. The
Give Locally and Intentionally: The 2025 Chamber Gift Guide
The Holidays are just around the corner, folks! It’s the season of giving, laughing, and too much Mariah Carey– a magical time to celebrate. Part of how we spread this magic is through the gifts we give to loved ones,
Leading with Integrity: What Young Professionals Seek in Leadership
Oftentimes, supervisors and leaders are asked what they look for when hiring new staff – what qualities make the best candidate for employment. However, this question is hardly ever reversed. So, for a wider perspective on what the city’s business
