Why Nerds Rule in Chattanooga


Does your business think differently? Do you like to do the unexpected? Entrepreneur Sadie does. She brought her startup, Mouthtime, a kissing booth app, to Chattanooga after facing endless obstacles while operating on the West Coast. Check out her story here:

)

Here are five reasons why Chattanooga is literally perfect for your inner nerd:  

1. In Chattanooga, you can learn how to kiss.

Mouthtime, a kissing booth app, found a home in Chattanooga, where laws allow locals to engage in PDA with their technology. Unlike other cities, Chattanooga puts no limits on innovation. Entrepreneurs are welcome to pursue their ideas, whether it’s kissing your phone or 3D printing walls.

2. You’ll find Internet to be faster than carrier pigeons.

No nerd has time for a lousy internet connection to slow them down. And forget about Google Fiber! Since 2010, Chattanooga, aka “The Gig City,” has been home to the fastest internet in the Western Hemisphere—200 times faster than the national average, to be exact. But we didn’t stop there. This October, we rolled out 10-gigabit speeds, ensuring that nerds throughout the city can download the latest episode of Game of Thrones faster than you can say “a Lannister always pay his debts.”  What more could you need?

3. We have a “butt ton” of jobs.

If you build it, they will come. Since the implementation of the gig network, Chattanooga has added at least 2,800 jobs to the economy. Companies like VaynerMedia have expanded their operations to Chattanooga, while others have relocated altogether. Speaking of Game of Thrones, Jalic Inc., the creator of the valyrian steel swords used in the show, recently relocated to the Scenic City.  #WinterIsHereInChattanooga

4. No need to pay D-list interns six figures.

Unlike other cities with growing tech industries, Chattanooga boasts an affordable cost of living and doing business. In fact, the average median home price in Chattanooga is only $138,000 (and a cup of coffee here won’t cost you eight dollars).

5. We Have Constant Dance Parties.

Here in Chattanooga, we work hard and play hard. We’ve been voted OUTSIDE Magazine’s Best Town Ever TWICE, including just this year. With a range of outdoor offerings, from mountain biking to rock climbing and paddle boarding, there is always something to do.

Not convinced that Chattanooga is all that and a bag of chips?

Check out some real life people and startups that recently decided to call Chattanooga home.

Other Topics

Adam Myers will serve as Vice President, Economic Development, Charles Wood, President and CEO, Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, has announced. "Adam’s decade-plus of experience in both the public and private sectors and a strong track record in economic development…

In Chattanooga - this bustling city where entrepreneurs are a driving force - veterans own fewer than 10% of businesses. However, through local university programs and Chattanooga-area company support, veteran entrepreneurs are equipping themselves with more essential tools and better…

This week in Chattanooga, government officials, industry leaders, and experts convened at the Tennessee Economic Development Conference, GovCon23, to discuss various aspects of economic development in the state. One of the highlights of the event was the Commissioner's Luncheon, where…

While many companies offer fitness reimbursements or discounts, some local companies go the extra mile by providing on-site exercise facilities. Engaging in physical activity produces many benefits that extend into the workday, including improved mental and physical well-being, reduced absenteeism…

Last week the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Lookout Counseling Association and Chattanooga State Community College, hosted the annual College and Career Fair for local high school seniors.   The event is a unique opportunity for students…

The Chattanooga Chamber has announced that Jesse Branum will serve as Director of Accounting. "Jesse’s resourcefulness combined with over a decade of experience in financial management and exceptional team leadership will greatly contribute to the Chamber’s financial excellence,” Yolonda Hayslett, MBA,…

Sign up for weekly updates.