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International Business Council discusses Zimbabwe, offers cross-cultural business training May 23

5/20/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (May 20, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s International Business Council will discuss ways to strengthen business relationships with immigrants of Zimbabwean origin at its monthly meeting May 23.
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Local business leaders complete public school projects, graduate from Leadership Chattanooga

5/17/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (May 17, 2013) – Thirty-nine of the city’s emerging leaders capped off 10 months of skill-building, leadership education and community project implementation today at the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Community Leadership Luncheon.
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Red Bank Council Hosts Annual Auction Benefiting Red Bank Schools May 11

5/6/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (April 30, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Red Bank Council will host a live auction May 11 benefiting the Red Bank High School Health Academy, the Level Reading Room at Alpine Crest Elementary and the Red Bank Council Economic Development Committee.
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More than 60 local companies plan to hire in near future, recruit candidates at job fair May 9

5/6/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (May 6, 2013) – More than 60 local companies planning to hire in the near future will gather to showcase upcoming employment opportunities and connect with prospective candidates at a free job fair May 9.
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Mayor Berke Names Two City Leadership Positions

5/2/2013 - CHATTANOOGA, TENN (May 2) - Mayor Berke announced two more individuals will join his team. Lee Norris has been chosen as Administrator of Public Works and Ron Swafford has been chosen as City Court Clerk.
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Harold DePriest is 2013 Chattanooga Area Manager of the Year

5/1/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (May 1, 2013) – EPB President and CEO Harold DePriest has been named the 2013 Chattanooga Area Manager of the Year. He will be honored with the award during a luncheon celebrating his achievements June 5 at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
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YPAC to Graduate Inaugural Protégé Chattanooga Class April 26

4/24/2013 - YPAC’s April luncheon will feature a special graduation ceremony honoring participants and mentors within the inaugural Protégé Chattanooga class. Harold DePriest, CEO and president of EPB, will be the keynote speaker.
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'Summer in the City' is featured topic at Downtown Council meeting May 2

4/22/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (April 23, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Downtown Council will host a panel discussion about events and developments taking place in downtown Chattanooga this summer at its monthly meeting May 2.
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International Business Council discusses South Korea, offers cross-cultural business training April 25

4/18/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (April 18, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s International Business Council will discuss ways to strengthen business relationships with immigrants of South Korean origin at its monthly meeting April 25.
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Enterprise Gateway Council to highlight local workforce development efforts April 25

4/16/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (April 18, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Enterprise Gateway Council will discuss the technical skills and leadership required to develop the local workforce at its monthly meeting April 25.
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Protégé Chattanooga Accepting Applications For Its 2013-2014 Class

4/16/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (April 16, 2013) – Protégé Chattanooga, a team-based mentor program for emerging leaders, is currently accepting applications for its 2013-2014 class. A collaboration between the Young Professionals Association of Chattanooga (YPAC) and the Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce, Protégé Chattanooga is the first program of its kind in Chattanooga.
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Downtown Council to host panel discussion on creating a motivated workplace April 4

3/26/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (March 26, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Downtown Council will host a panel discussion on creating a motivated workplace at its monthly meeting April 4.
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Governor Haslam, Commissioner Hagerty Announce Global Green Lighting To Hire Up To 250 For New Chattanooga Lighting Facility

3/19/2013 - NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam, Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty and Don Lepard, president and CEO of Global Green Lighting (GGL), announced the company’s plans to hire as many as 250 people at a newly established lighting assembly facility in Chattanooga. The move is creating jobs for Tennesseans by bringing subcontracted production back from China.
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International Business Council discusses Panama, offers cross-cultural business training March 28

3/18/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (March 18, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s International Business Council will discuss ways to strengthen business relationships with immigrants of Panamanian origin at its monthly meeting March 28.
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Chattanooga Chamber Announces Small Business Award Winners

3/13/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (March 13, 2013) - The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce recognized three small businesses and one nonprofit organization for entrepreneurial excellence today during the 2013 Small Business Awards Luncheon at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
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CBS hails Chattanooga as national model

2/28/2013 - CBS calls Chattanooga's 1 Gbps fiber-to-the-home network a model of public-private partnerships working together to make a difference for the city. As a result, "...Chattanooga sits as a city transformed – the best of the old world combined with the best of the new, and an unlikely example for the rest of the country."
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Beth Jones to discuss THRIVE 2055 at Downtown Council meeting March 7

2/27/2013 - THRIVE 2055, a public-private initiative to engage people across three states and 16 counties in setting a course for the region’s future, will be the featured topic at the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce's Downtown Council meeting March 7.
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International Business Council discusses Cuba, offers cross-cultural business training Feb. 28

2/25/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (February 25, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s International Business Council will discuss ways to strengthen business relationships with immigrants of Cuban origin at its monthly meeting Feb. 28.
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2013 YP Award Winners Recognized

2/25/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (February 25, 2013) – The Young Professionals Association of Chattanooga (YPAC) proudly announces the winners of its 2013 YP Awards.
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Chattanooga Chamber Launches Outreach Blitz, Makes Door-to-Door Visits to Area Businesses

2/19/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (February 14, 2013) – Dozens of Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce representatives will canvas the greater Chattanooga area Feb. 21 in a one-day outreach campaign to ignite new connections in the local business community and spur discussion about resources the Chattanooga Chamber offers to help area companies grow.
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"Meetings in a Box" To Help Drive Thrive 2055

2/19/2013 - Tri-State Tennessee-Alabama-Georgia (February 15, 2013) - The Thrive 2055 Coordinating Committee is asking all individuals and stakeholders throughout the entire 16-county tri-state area of northeast Alabama, northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee to participate in shaping the region’s long-term growth strategy.
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Local business leaders to launch new brand for Brainerd Road area

2/13/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (February 12, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s MidTown Council will host a launch event Feb. 28 to promote revitalization in the Brainerd Road area.
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Request for Proposals for Civic Facilities Sponsorship

2/13/2013 - Through this Civic Facilities Naming Rights and Presenting Sponsors Program, the City of Chattanooga is soliciting proposals from public and for-profit entities, non-for-profit entities, and private individuals who wish to sponsors the civic facilities of the City of Chattanooga to enhance their corporate social responsibility activities.
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Chamber Accepting Nominations for 2013-2014 Leadership Chattanooga Class

2/11/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (February 11, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for applicants for the 2013-2014 Leadership Chattanooga class.
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Leadership Chattanooga Alumni Association Elects New Officers and Board Members

2/7/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (February 7, 2013) - The Leadership Chattanooga Alumni Association (LCAA) elected several new officers and board members at its annual meeting Jan. 31.
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Finalists Announced For 2013 YP Awards

2/6/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (February 6, 2013) – The Young Professionals Association of Chattanooga (YPAC) proudly announces the finalists for its 2013 YP Awards. In its sixth year, the YP Awards recognize notable young professionals and YP friendly businesses and organizations in the greater Chattanooga area. Lattimore Black Morgan & Cain is the luncheon’s headline sponsor.
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Chattanooga Chamber Announces Small Business Award Finalists

2/6/2013 - Chattanooga, TN (February 6, 2013) - The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for the 2013 Small Business Awards.
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District 1 and 2 candidates will present views in forum at North Chattanooga Council meeting Feb. 5

1/29/2013 - Chattanooga, TN (January 29, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s North Chattanooga Council will host a political forum Feb. 5 for qualified candidates running for the Chattanooga City Council Districts 1 and 2.
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Local STEM education is featured discussion at Downtown Council meeting Feb. 7

1/29/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (January 29, 2013) – Tracey Carisch, managing director of the Southeast Tennessee STEM Innovation Hub, will discuss STEM education and the local economy at the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Downtown Council meeting Feb. 7.
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YPAC Announces Ted Alling As Keynote Speaker Of Its 2013 YP Awards

1/29/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. –The Young Professionals Association of Chattanooga (YPAC) proudly announces that Ted Alling, co-founder and CEO of Access America Transport, will be the keynote speaker atits 2013 YP Awards. In its sixth year, the YP Awards recognize notable young professionals and YP friendly businesses and organizations in the greater Chattanooga area.
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YPAC Now Accepting Nominations For Its 2013 YP Awards

1/22/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. – The Young Professionals Association of Chattanooga (YPAC) is accepting nominations for its 2013 YP Awards. In its sixth year, the YP Awards recognize notable young professionals and YP friendly businesses and organizations in the greater Chattanooga area. The event, which is open to the public, will be held in place of YPAC’s monthly business development luncheon from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Friday, February 22, 2013, at the DoubleTree Hotel downtown.
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East Hamilton Economic Development Council to Hold General Assembly Meeting Jan. 24

1/22/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (January 22, 2013) – The East Hamilton Economic Development Council (EHEDC) will host a general assembly meeting featuring a moderated panel discussion Jan. 24.
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Enterprise Gateway Council to host fourth annual BOOST Summit Feb. 5

1/22/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (January 23, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Enterprise Gateway Council will host the fourth annual BOOST Summit Feb. 5.
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International Business Council discusses Ukraine, offers cross-cultural business training Jan. 24

1/15/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (January 15, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s International Business Council will discuss ways to strengthen business relationships with immigrants of Ukrainian origin at its monthly meeting Jan. 24.
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Downtown Council Hosts First Candidate Forum of Political Season Jan. 3

1/11/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (January 2, 2013) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Downtown Council will host a political forum Jan. 3 for qualified candidates running for the Chattanooga City Council District 7.
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Chamber Survey Reveals Positive Signs for Local Business Growth

1/10/2013 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (January 9, 2013) – More than half of companies surveyed by the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce last year plan expansions that could create more than 1,200 new jobs and over $130 million in new capital investment, according to the recently published Chattanooga IQ report for 2012.
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Sherman + Reilly Named Spirit of Innovation Award Recipient

11/13/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (November 13, 2012) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 12th annual Spirit of Innovation Awards by announcing Sherman + Reilly, Inc. as this year’s recipient. The manufacturer of power line installation and maintenance equipment won the honor for its leading edge work in creating the Safe Zone Cab System, which dramatically enhances the safety of power line operators.
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Chamber Council discusses importance of dedicated investment downtown Nov. 1

10/29/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (October 29, 2012) – The importance of dedicated investment in downtown Chattanooga will be the featured topic at the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Downtown Council meeting Nov. 1.
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Urban League Honors Chattanooga Chamber

10/24/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (October 24, 2012) - During its 30th Anniversary Equal Opportunity Day Breakfast, the Urban League of Chattanooga recognized the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce with the Community Impact Award.
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Spirit of Innovation Award finalists announced, Jonathan Taplin to headline luncheon Nov. 13

10/23/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (October 24, 2012) – Four Chattanooga area companies have been selected as finalists for the 2012 Spirit of Innovation Award, which the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce will present at its 12th Annual Spirit of Innovation Luncheon Nov. 13.
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Chamber leader to give local economic development overview at Enterprise Gateway Council meeting Oct. 25

10/23/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (October 17, 2012) – Economic development will be the featured topic at the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Enterprise Gateway Council meeting Oct. 25.
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International Business Council discusses Nigeria, offers cross-cultural business training Oct. 25

10/23/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (October 23, 2012) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s International Business Council will discuss ways to strengthen business relationships with immigrants of Nigerian origin at its monthly meeting Oct. 25.
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North Hamilton County Council Hosts Annual Harvest Food Drive

10/23/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (October 24, 2012) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s North Hamilton County Council is partnering with Walmart – Soddy-Daisy to host its fifth annual Harvest Food Drive, which benefits the Soddy-Daisy Food Bank.
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International Business Council partners with Chattanooga Market and Allied Arts to host 13th annual Culture Fest

10/2/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (October 2, 2012) – Coordinated in partnership with the Chattanooga Market and Allied Arts of Greater Chattanooga, the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s International Business Council will co-host Chattanooga’s 13th annual Culture Fest, the area’s premier showcase of international communities and largest annual celebration of local cultures.
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CARTA to discuss new programs and initiatives at Downtown Council meeting Oct. 4

10/2/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (October 1, 2012) – Jim Bowen, director of special projects for the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA), will be the guest speaker at the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce's Downtown Council meeting Oct. 4.
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Enterprise Gateway Council explores employment law at September meeting

9/26/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (September 21, 2012) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Enterprise Gateway Council will discuss employment law at its monthly meeting Sept. 27.
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International Business Council discusses Guatemala, offers cross-cultural business training Sept. 27

9/26/2012 - Chattanooga, Tenn. (September 21, 2012) – The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s International Business Council will discuss ways to strengthen business relationships with immigrants of Guatemalan origin at its monthly meeting Sept. 27.
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Tourist Spending In Hamilton County Shows Double-Digit Growth, Now 4th Largest County In State

9/21/2012 - Chattanooga, TN (Friday, Sept. 21, 2012) - Historically, Hamilton County has been the fifth largest county for tourism expenditures in the state. Numbers released Thursday, Sept. 20 by the Travel Industry of America show that Hamilton County is now the fourth largest in the state, with an $893.3 million economic impact.
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K-12 Education - Expect More, Achieve More Coalition Members

9/19/2012 - The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce is a member of the Expect More, Achieve More Coalition, a statewide alliance of business, community, and education organizations in Tennessee that supports high academic standards in public education.
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Chamber CEO to Get “Dunked” for a Good Cause

9/11/2012 - Chattanooga, TN (September 11, 2012) - Chattanooga Chamber In-coming President and CEO, Ron Harr, and several other well known Chattanoogans have volunteered to step into a dunk tank and allow all comers to attempt to dunk them in support of local charities.
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