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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.
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
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,
Chattanooga Takes the Lead in Quantum Technology: What EPB’s Quantum Computer Means for Business Innovation
In today’s race for technological leadership, few regions can claim a true first. Chattanooga just did. With EPB’s $22 million partnership with IonQ to bring a state-of-the-art quantum computer to its existing quantum network, Chattanooga has officially become America’s first
Chattanooga’s Economic Outlook: Growth, Challenges, and Opportunities
The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted it’s annual Economic Outlook Breakfast, featuring insights from Dr. David Altig, Executive VP at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, alongside Mayor Tim Kelly and Dr. Howard Wall, Chief Economist at UTC.
The Chattanooga Future Fund: Our Historic Investment in Hope
Beginning this year, every kindergartener and middle school child in Hamilton County will receive a historic, groundbreaking investment. Just how big? Big enough to shape generations. Welcome to The Chattanooga Future Fund, a new pilot initiative that deposits $100 into
2024 Holiday Open House
The Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Holiday Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. Thanks to the support of our presenting partner EPB, First Horizon, Food City, and all our great sponsors, the event brought together those from the
Avail Enclosure Systems Expands in Chattanooga, Creating Over 80 New Jobs
Avail Enclosure Systems, a subsidiary of Avail Infrastructure Solutions, has announced a significant expansion of its Chattanooga facility, a project expected to create 82 new jobs and drive more than $10 million in investment in Hamilton County. The expansion reflects
Franchise Tax Cut – Don’t Miss the Deadline.
In an act praised by many across the state, Gov. Bill Lee enacted a recent bill that supports the Tennessee business community in two significant ways: Under prior law, businesses paid either 0.25% of net worth or 0.25% real and
