While the majority of his projects are railings, canopies for buildings, archways and furniture, Morse assisted fellow BDC entrepreneur, Mike Alley, in the construction of Get Builts playground for adults, including a huge, monkey bar set, sized for people whose last growth spurt is well behind them.
Morse Metals acquired the first layers of black glaze on its concrete floors from Ben Parker, who labored in Suite 124B while starting up his business.
Parker was a successful BDC alumnus when Morse moved his family here to follow his dream of starting a new church, Christ Church of Chattanooga. To support his family of 12, Morse took a job at Ben Parker Co. Inspired by Parker, whose company was a Chamber Small Business of Year finalist in 2007,
Morse jumped at the opportunity to work independently on projects for clients turned away because of the decorative nature of their projects. Recognizing Morse’s potential, Parker encouraged his protege to apply for a space in the same building that gave him his start.
Both Parker and Morse were delighted that the one-time apprentice would now, as a business owner, occupy Parker’s old space. The sense of legacy grew stronger as Morse bought three pieces of equipment that Parker had used to launch his business at the BDC.
“Though the biggest benefit of working out of the BDC has been the affordable cost of rent for a large space in a great location, I have really benefitted from the networking opportunities the BDC has to offer,” Morse says. “I receive a good amount of business from the community in the BDC -- I’ve met friends, business partners, and clients here. My gratitude to the BDC and the opportunities that have come from their services is deeply rooted.”
For more information about Morse Metals call 423.463.6552.