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Features By Gray Bennett / Photography by Trevor Long Past, present, and future – history is the ever-unfolding story of events and people in our communities and in our world. We spoke with five local historians to learn more about their work and what sparked their passion for history. From leading tours at historic sites […]

Features A Closer Look at Chattanooga’s Sister Cities By Catherine Smith Sister cities are communities in two different countries who form an official partnership to foster friendships, share ideas, and gain a mutually beneficial understanding of different cultures. Here in Chattanooga, we have established these relationships with a number of communities around the world, and […]

By Rachel Studebaker Photo Courtesy of Chris and Sara Pochiba With stunning scenery and recreational opportunities around every corner, it’s no secret that the Scenic City has a spirit of adventure. For some locals, this desire to explore led them to hit the road on cross-country road trips – all in converted, fully livable vans. […]

Features Photography by Trevor Long There’s no overstating the power of a perfect outfit, something seamstresses and tailors know well as they operate behind the scenes of beaming brides and polished professionals. Here, we shine a spotlight on six local business owners with decades of experience altering, mending, and creating garments. Read on to discover […]

Management “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.” – Henry Ford   How to Win Over Top Talent These days, job seekers from all over the country are applying for jobs in the Chattanooga area thanks to our city’s great amenities and the increasing prevalence of remote and hybrid […]

Strategy & Leadership “Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.” – Helen Keller   Professionals Discuss Staying on Top of Trends When it comes to maintaining a company’s competitive edge, it is critical for leaders to keep […]

Strategy & Leadership “Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.” – Helen Keller   Logistics Companies Detail Changes Affecting the Industry In a world that’s constantly changing, it can feel hard to keep up. For logistics companies, […]

Innovation & Entrepreneurship “And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” – Anaïs Nin   Organizations That Shape the Future of the City By Chelsea Risley Featured Image: Rendering of the Bend by Dover, Kohl & Partners A growing, evolving […]

Innovation & Entrepreneurship “And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” – Anaïs Nin   Business Owners Talk About How They Got to the Top Success is highly subjective and doesn’t always look the same from business to business. The […]

Financial Perspectives “There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” – Colin Powell   Managing a Variety of Risks By Dennis Wolfe, CPA, CFP & Evan Russell In the popular film “Field of Dreams,” there is a scene that illustrates the presence of risk. A […]