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The Exchange: Why Free Markets Matter Now
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. As the Scott L. Probasco, Jr., Distinguished
Diversify 2025 Wrap-up
Diversify 2025 explored strategies for advancing diversity in business, with Juanita McDowell’s S.T.I.C.K.Y.™ program inspiring smarter goal setting and sustainable success.
Chattanooga Chamber Hosts Legislative Wrap Up with State Delegation
On Wednesday, June 4, the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed a full house of approximately 150 community members to the Finley Stadium Ultra Club for its annual Legislative Wrap Up. The event featured a panel discussion with three members
Stepping Up
The Chamber’s Protégé and Leadership programs get leaders thinking about the city’s future—and how they can be part of its growth. Attracting and retaining top talent requires more than offering competitive salaries, benefits, and fun perks. It means creating opportunities
Today’s Leaders, Tomorrow’s Success
At Tiny Tigers Learning Center, LaShon Carter makes sure everyone gets an education. LaShon Carter has always been an educator at heart. But she never imagined it would take the shape of childcare. Carter grew up around daycare, watching her
Shappi’s Startup Solution to a Global Shopping Problem
Over the last 12 months, Shappi – a three-year-old startup – has delivered more than $5 million in products to more than 300 locations and thousands of customers in South America. Described as the logistics-travel equivalent of Uber or Airbnb,
Silicon Valley Came to Me
A Brickyard engineer’s journey from Sudan to the Scenic City Brickyard, Chattanooga’s booming venture capital firm on the Southside, is a beehive of activity. But if you were to visit it on any given day, one of the things you
Welcome to Goliath: Matchmaking for Sellers and Realtors Across the South
In 2023, Austin Beveridge bought a house in Tahoe. Less than a year later, he needed to sell it when life changed unexpectedly. He called the realtor who helped him buy the place. “They weren’t nearly as good at selling,”
Anatomy of a Deal- Why Novonix Chose Chattanooga for $1 Billion Expansion
Behind every major economic advancement is a story of strategy, collaboration, and vision. For Chattanooga, Novonix’s decision to invest $1 billion in expanding its battery manufacturing operations was far more than a business deal. It was the result of years
The Past, Present and Future Apprentices: a nod to the pioneer Emily Daily
In March, Unum welcomed its two newest apprentices, part of a groundbreaking regional program called Apprenticeship Works. Yet, for these new apprentices and all future ones to follow, there’s a story they need to remember. Two years ago, Emily Daily,
