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Five Things You Didn’t Know Are Made in Chattanooga
Austin Anthony It's not so common nowadays that you hear Chattanooga referred to as the Dynamo of Dixie – a nickname that once reflected the city's wide-ranging foundries and factories. Many of those early companies continued to grow and prosper, providing
Thursday Three: Three Companies Bringing Jobs to Chattanooga
Natalia Pérez, Marketing and Communications Intern From its sweeping views, laidback charm and eclectic culture, Chattanooga has it all: ideal location, landscape and job opportunities. For longtime locals and those who've recently settled into the city, it doesn't take long to feel
Chattanooga is the Best WFH City & No. 10 for Job Growth
Sybil Topel, VP, Marketing and Communications, Chattanooga Chamber UPDATE: USA Today ranks Chattanooga No. 10 for job growth in 2020. You can read the full article here. PCMag created its list of best WFH cities based on places with affordable housing,
Making the Case for a Chattanooga CEO Pledge for Diversity and Inclusion
With the death of George Floyd, followed by the escalation of social protests across America in 2020, corporate leaders began to reflect on their role in addressing racial inequality and diversity and inclusion. The need to evaluate the role of
Get (Future) Ready: Hamilton County Schools Empower Next Generation of Talent
NATALIA PEREZ, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS INTERN What do you want to be when you grow up? It’s a question kids are challenged with from a young age, typically as soon as they express interest in any particular hobby. Generally, we
5 Things You Need to Know Before Starting a Business
Madison McCann, Tennessee Small Business Development Center Starting a business doesn't happen overnight. It’s a process that takes time, money and hard work. If you’re thinking about starting a business, or have recently started a business, my hope is that
Economic Outlook Insights from ATL Fed’s David Altig
vKuhuUbWiR0 The Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce hosted the Economic Outlook Virtual Event on Jan. 12 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. via Zoom, featuring David Altig, Ph.D., as our event speaker. Alitig serves as executive vice president and director of research at the Federal
Meet Southern Adventist University’s Student Entrepreneurs
NATALIA PEREZ, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATION INTERN Selling gently used clothing, the goal of Phoenicia Finesse is to help victims of corruption and violence in Lebanon, and the business donates 100% of its profits to supporting the cause. Currently run by Anna Cousins
Chattanooga Chamber Launches Starting Block Site
Entrepreneurs and small business owners, this one is for you. The StartingBlockChattanooga.com website connects entrepreneurs and small business owners to local free or low-cost business resources. StartingBlockChattanooga.com offers support for fresh startups to scaling enterprises, connecting founders with resource partners who can support entrepreneurs
Business Trend Top Stories of 2020
NATALIA PEREZ, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATION INTERN We made it through one of our craziest, most unpredictable years, and we're glad to look back and celebrate Chattanooga's resilient small businesses, economic growth and our community's people and accomplishments. From navigating COVID-19 to honoring local leaders,
