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Industries & Trends “Don’t worry about failure; you only have to be right once.” – Drew Houston   How Local Automotive Manufacturing Shapes Chattanooga By Kristen Dee | Top Photo Courtesy of Volkswagen Chattanooga In recent years, Chattanooga and the surrounding areas have become attractive locations for automotive and part manufacturers looking for a city […]

Organizations & People “Try not to become a person of success, but rather try to become a person of value.” – Albert Einstein   Business Owners on Cultivating a Community of Customers For any business that has achieved a faithful following, it all began with first-time customers who decided to return. Here, local businesses reflect […]

Organizations & People “Try not to become a person of success, but rather try to become a person of value.” – Albert Einstein   The Importance of This Essential Skill It’s true – good communication unlocks potential and transforms results. When working remotely, effective communication is especially important to keep team members engaged, boost productivity, […]

Companies “A big business starts small.” – Richard Branson   Chattanooga-Based Businesses Expanding Beyond the City It’s no secret that Chattanooga is a great place for local businesses to thrive. In fact, the Scenic City has been named one of the 15 best U.S. cities to launch a business in by MarketWatch. Here, we’re taking […]

Companies “A big business starts small.” – Richard Branson   Gift Shop Owners Share Their Stories By Kristen Dee | Photography by Rich Smith Whether you’re looking for a gift for a friend’s birthday, a new seasonal home décor item, or flowers to celebrate a special occasion, there is no shortage of incredible retail spots […]

Companies “A big business starts small.” – Richard Branson   Celebrating Chattanooga Companies’ Anniversaries By Rachel Studebaker Each year, a new lineup of businesses in the Chattanooga area achieves landmark anniversaries that are a testament to the success of their leadership, goods, and services. Here, we highlight six local companies whose anniversaries are ushering them […]

Industries & Trends “Don’t worry about failure; you only have to be right once.” – Drew Houston   Creating Space for Self-Care By Rinn Smith | Photography by Donna Irene Photography Here in Chattanooga, where we have both a booming business scene and a wealth of recreational opportunities at our disposal, it can be easy […]

Organizations & People “Try not to become a person of success, but rather try to become a person of value.” – Albert Einstein   Medical Professionals Following in their Fathers’ Footsteps By Tory Irmeger | Photography by Hacker Medias From generation to generation, the medical profession constantly expands and shifts, but what remains consistent is […]

Innovation & Entrepreneurship “The most successful entrepreneurs I know are optimistic. It’s part of the job description.” – Caterina Fake   First-Generation Entrepreneurs Finding Success in the U.S. By Gray Bennett | Photography by Hacker Medias What does it take to pull yourself up by the bootstraps? For some, it takes moving to the United […]

Financial Perspectives Asset-Based Long-Term Care May Be Your Best Option By Julie Cook Elsea “Hope for the best, prepare for the worst.” This is a phrase many learned at an early age from parents or even grandparents. From Boy Scouts to basic training, being prepared can make the difference between failure and success. This also […]