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Year In Review: Economic Development Highlights for Greater Chattanooga
Image caption: Economic development professionals assess a potential site for a future industrial park. As we prepare for the curtain call on 2022 in just a few short weeks, this month TREND will post a series of articles highlighting the
Early Matters Chattanooga Releases Three-Year Early Childhood Action Plan
Chattanooga 2.0 leaders announced Wednesday the launch of a three-year action plan for early childhood in Hamilton County. The Early Matters 2025 Early Childhood Action plan outlines strategies to improve the local early care and education system and is the
Chattanooga Chamber Names Charles Wood Interim President and CEO
Charles Wood will serve as Interim President and CEO of the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, Janelle Reilly, Board Chair, announced today. “With more than 10 years’ experience here in Chattanooga and Hamilton County and having served in key economic
Christy Gillenwater Accepts New Role at Greater Oklahoma City Chamber
Christy Gillenwater has accepted a new position as President and CEO of Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, stepping down from her leadership role as Chattanooga Chamber President and CEO. Gillenwater succeeds Roy Williams, who is retiring. “Christy’s leadership has been bold
Leadership Chattanooga Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
The Chamber’s Leadership Chattanooga program has positioned nearly 1900 civic, nonprofit and business leaders for personal and professional excellence through experiential learning opportunities, community service projects, and exclusive access to Chattanooga’s top leaders. To close out the Chattanooga Chamber’s celebration
Leading the Way Toward A Healthy Future: Meet Janelle Reilly
Janelle Reilly, CEO, CHI Memorial Health System, serves as our Chattanooga Chamber 2022-23 Board Chair. With 33 years of healthcare management experience, she is making waves as a thought leader in communities across the U.S. This month, Reilly receives the
Ooltewah Collegedale Named 2022 Council of the Year
The Chattanooga Chamber’s 12 area councils are the backbone of the Chamber’s volunteer presence – supporting businesses within specific geographic areas of our community. Area councils provide opportunities for Chamber members to get involved in solving problems, discussing solutions, and
Intern Insight: Finding my Place in Gig City
As someone who moved around frequently in recent years, I’ve always chased a sense of community. This led me to relocate to Chattanooga in August of 2021. I wanted to integrate my life into the Scenic City, and the Chamber
Chattanooga Chamber Interns: Where are They Now?
Inside the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, interns gain real-world experience that prepares them for exciting careers. Internship opportunities within the Chamber range from publishing articles and managing social media calendars to working with member businesses to promote events, ribbon
Leadership Chattanooga Alumni Spotlight: Lily Sanchez
Leadership Chattanooga is a 10-month leadership development program that allows local professionals opportunities to learn more about and engage with the community where they live and work. Leadership Chattanooga has been a launching pad for the careers and civic impact
