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What would you bid for these companies?
Ask a room of CEOs what their companies are worth. Some will have a good idea. Some will not. Most will name a multiple they heard somewhere. Six times earnings. Maybe 10. Ask where the number came from, and the room goes
How to Help Your Nonprofit Be Audit Ready
Whether you manage the day-to-day operations of a not-for-profit (NFP) or hold a board position, you know that strong financial transparency is critical for the organization’s success. One of the most important responsibilities of a nonprofit board of directors is
Five Things Every Nonprofit Should Consider Before Starting an Endowment
Every nonprofit wants to create lasting impact. Whether your mission is feeding families, preserving the arts, or improving healthcare, the goal isn’t just to make a difference today; it’s to ensure your organization can continue serving the community for years
Beyond Tax Day: Smart Financial Moves for the Year Ahead
Now that Tax Season has finally come to an end, thanks to an extension granted by the federal government, you may find yourself ready to put financial planning on the back burner. While this is an extremely common inclination, the
NIL Is Changing Everything: How Chattanooga Businesses Can Win Big With UTC Athletes
What is NIL and Why Should Your Business Care? If you have heard the term NIL thrown around over the past few years but werenot quite sure what it meant or whether it applied to your business, you are notalone.
A Healthy Workforce Is a Stronger Business: How Volunteers in Medicine Chattanooga Supports Small Employers
In today’s competitive marketplace, Chattanooga’s small businesses are focused on growth, talent retention, and delivering value to customers. Yet for many entrepreneurs, providing employer-sponsored health insurance remains financially out of reach. Rising premiums can strain already tight margins, leaving some
The Imperative for Formal AI Use Policies: Safeguarding Business Operations in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
By Steve Barham, President and Managing Shareholder, Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C. In today’s business landscape, artificial intelligence tools are widely used, transformingeverything from content creation and data analysis to customer service and operationalefficiency. These technologies offer new opportunities to
Talking About Money as a Family: A Critical (and Often Overlooked) Part of a Well-Rounded Financial Plan
For most families, finances are something discussed only in passing — a bill here, a college fund there — but rarely as part of a bigger conversation. Yet money decisions shape so much of daily life and the future we
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
The Future of the Manufacturing Workforce: A High-Tech Revolution
To envision the future of manufacturing, we must first understand its past and examine the rapidly evolving present. The word “manufacturing” still conjures outdated images of greasy factory floors and backbreaking labor for many people. However, the reality of modern
