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Jay Dale and the Future of the Chamber Board
When Jay Dale, Chattanooga Market President of First Horizon Bank, assumes leadership over the Chattanooga Chamber board of directors this summer, he’ll do so with a very clear understanding of the past, present and future. Looking behind him, he sees
Diversify 2024 Recap
On June 12, the Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce hosted Diversify 2024 at the Chattanooga Convention Center, bringing together business leaders, elected officials, entrepreneurs, and community members. The day was filled with invaluable networking opportunities and captivating presentations, all geared
Welding Viable Pathways for Hamilton County High School Graduates
On Wednesday, May 29, Chattanooga 2.0 hosted its inaugural “Viable Pathway to Prosperity in Welding” signing day, a groundbreaking partnership with Chattanooga State Community College, Hamilton County Department of Education, American Welding Society, Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, ASTEC and
Introducing The New Protege Chattanooga Class of 2024 – 2025
The newest class of young professional leaders has been established, the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce announced. Welcome to the Protege Chattanooga class of 24-25. “This Protege class will change the world,” said Toya Moore, Leadership Development Director. “We were
Chamber Proudly Announces Its New Leadership Chattanooga Class of 24-25
Just weeks after graduating its cohort of outstanding 2024 Chattanooga leaders, the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce proudly announces its new incoming Leadership Chattanooga class of 24-25 “The incoming class members are phenomenal, all representing the best and brightest of
Remembering a Beloved, Gifted and Invaluable Friend to Chattanooga
For more than a decade, Sybil McLain-Topel contributed in immeasurable ways to the creative and economic landscape of Chattanooga. As a gifted writer, she was hugely supportive of our artistic community. As a devoted Chamber of Commerce executive, she spent
The Strategic Blueprint: Unveiling the Significance of a Well-Crafted Business Plan
In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, navigating the path to success requires more than just a visionary idea and entrepreneurial spirit. The one key element often overlooked? A well-crafted business plan. Integral to sustained growth and prosperity, a strategic business
Protégé Chattanooga Opens Class of 2024-25 Nominations
Nominations for Protégé Chattanooga 2024-25 are officially open, announced Toya Moore, Leadership Development Director at the Chattanooga Chamber. “Protégé Chattanooga is designed to support the development of young professionals to help them become our city’s future leaders,” Moore said. “The
Leadership Chattanooga Nominations Open for Class of 2025
Nominations are now open for Leadership Chattanooga’s Class of 2025. During the program, participants will receive leadership development through immersive experiences marked by meaningful self-reflection, community service initiatives and networking opportunities, including meeting with local and state leaders. The goal
Exploring the Impact of Foreign Trade Zones on Local Prosperity
Among Chattanooga’s economic landscape is a crucial element that has shaped its prosperity for nearly nine decades: Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs). The FTZ program was started 90 years ago but has only been available in Chattanooga since 1986. Created in
