The dual crises of COVID-19 and the unrest that swept our country, last year, put a spotlight on the high cost of racial and economic inequality. The Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce continues its commitment to creating a business community that includes everyone, by hosting its second Diversify Virtual Summit on June 18, highlighting diversity, equity and inclusion in the 21st […]
INCubator: 100 Cherokee Blvd. Welcome Chattanooga to a Makers Market in the Northshore. The INCubator + Chatt*Lab team up to support local makers at the Hamilton County Business Development Center. Find handmade, handcrafted art, treats, jewelry and so much more. Learn more here. No cost.
Only 2% of business owners know the true value of their business. Yet, whether you are 10 or even 15 years from exiting your business, knowing what your business is worth is essential to a successful exit. CEO of True North Retirement Advisors, Ashley Micciche, will walk the audience step by step through the valuation […]
An eight-week course designed to help restaurant owners and operators navigate through uncertain times and build for long-term success. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted many industries, but none have experienced more immediate effects than the food and beverage industry. Restaurants and food service businesses have especially faced challenges ranging from restrictions, employee safety and health, […]
Online Facilitated by TSBDC of ChSCC at The Hamilton County Business Development Center Topic: Financing How to Fund Your Small Business Do you need funding to start, grow, or sustain your business? This class covers the types of funding available to small businesses, the steps to take before approaching lenders, and much more. Attendees will also […]
Online Facilitated by TSBDC of ChSCC at The Hamilton County Business Development Center Topic: Marketing and Sales What Google Expects and What Your Clients Want Are your customers able to find your website? Is it easy to navigate once they've found it? This class covers website basics like design, speed, and mobile responsiveness, as well as […]
Online Facilitated by TSBDC of ChSCC at The Hamilton County Business Development Center Topic: Marketing and Sales It's not enough to simply have social media accounts and a website for your business. You need to have a content strategy so that your audience is converted to customers. This class will cover: how to create content for your blog/website/social […]
Online Facilitated by TSBDC of ChSCC at The Hamilton County Business Development Center Topic: Marketing and Sales Learn how to use LinkedIn to generate leads for your business. This class covers: how to create client-facing personal and company profiles, how to find others & build relationships, content ideas, and organic vs. paid advertising. Speaker: Cynthia Fagan […]
Online Facilitated by TSBDC of ChSCC at The Hamilton County Business Development Center Topic: Managing a Business In this one-hour Q&A session, you have access to an attorney and can ask your business-related legal questions at no-cost. Speaker: Chuck Fisher (Grant, Konvalinka, and Harrison P.C.) Fee: No Cost Register Online
Online Facilitated by TSBDC of ChSCC at The Hamilton County Business Development Center Topic: Start-up Assistance A business plan is critical for small businesses (especially those that are seeking funding). This class is for those that have identified the "who, what, when, how, and where" of their business but need guidance with putting it on paper. […]
Online Facilitated by TSBDC of ChSCC at The Hamilton County Business Development Center Topic: Start-up Assistance Have you been thinking about starting your own business, but don't know where to begin? Maybe you recently started a business but you're worried you may have missed a critical step. This class will cover: business entity options, how to […]
Online Facilitated by TSBDC of ChSCC at The Hamilton County Business Development Center Topic: Government Contracting Contracting with the federal government can open the door to many opportunities and can aid the growth of your business tremendously. This comprehensive workshop outlines everything you need to know about government contracting and how to be successful in today’s […]