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War Stories, Leadership and Camels
When it comes to real war stories, Paul Leath’s got them. A U.S. Army dependent when he was young, as he entered adulthood he fully grasped the sacrifices of choosing a military career. His father served in three wars, World
Intern Insight: Learning from Leaders
When I started my internship in January, I found myself thriving in a fast-paced environment where new things happen every day. I looked forward to my twice-a-week commute and was eager to meet with the ambitious group of co-workers found
Chattanooga Chamber Announces Leadership Class of 2024
The membership roster for the incoming Leadership Chattanooga class of 2024 is now available, Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce announces. “The incoming class participants resemble Chattanooga in their diversity, vibrancy and engagement. They represent the growing mosaic of industries and
YPC Announces 2023-24 Advisory Board & Protégé Cohort
New membership rosters for both Protégé Chattanooga and Young Professionals of Chattanooga (YPC) Advisory Board are now available, Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce announces. This diverse group of early to mid-career professionals represents a variety of backgrounds and industry sectors
Future Workforce Looks Bright: Top Early Childhood Action Plan Takeaways
Chattanooga is making significant strides in developing its future workforce through an ambitious initiative called the 2025 Early Childhood Action Plan. Launched last October after extensive planning and research, this initiative focuses on enhancing early childhood care and education across
Tales of Transformation: Emerging Leaders Embrace Opportunity
Leadership Chattanooga is a thriving community of emerging local leaders exploring community issues and developing skills for successful leadership. Directed by Toya Moore, Leadership Development Director, Chattanooga Chamber, and run by the Chattanooga Chamber Foundation, the 10-month program offers comprehensive
Leadership Chattanooga Graduates 2023 ‘Best Class Ever’
The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce and Chattanooga Chamber Foundation congratulate the 39th graduating class of Leadership Chattanooga. Leadership Chattanooga is the premier leadership development and civic engagement program for established professionals in the greater-Chattanooga region. Since 1984 the program
Chattanooga Chamber Names Yolonda Hayslett Finance and Operations Vice President
The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce announced the promotion of Yolonda Hayslett, MBA, SHRM-CP, to Vice President, Finance and Operations. She will continue to be responsible for leading and managing a team that handles member-investor services initiatives, accounting, finance, human
Protégé Recap: Celebrating Young Leaders
As the sun sets on another Protégé Chattanooga session, a bright future emerges for Chattanooga’s young leaders. Over a nine-month period, Protégé Chattanooga participants connected with their peers and area business and community leaders to develop their business and civic-engagement
Chattanooga Chamber Names Charles Wood President and CEO
Charles Wood has been named President and CEO of the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, Janelle Reilly, Board Chair, announced today. “Charles was the right choice, having proven his leadership abilities and economic development acumen both during his interim role
