Jan. 22, East Brainerd Chamber Council Meeting
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Chattanooga Event Center: 2193 Park Dr.
Program: Digital Advertising Roundtable
Speakers: Cory Barnes of RallyBoost, LLC, Clay Posey of ClearBox Strategies, Inc., Shana Browne of Magnolia Heart Creative, David McJunkin of MyNooga.com & Bryan Bunch of RevLocal
$12
Jan. 22, Get Found on Google Search & Maps
2 to 3:30 p.m.
INCubator: 100 Cherokee Blvd. (Park across the street in the Republic lot)
We’ve teamed up with local Google Partner McNair Media to help put every business in Chattanooga on the map. You will learn: how to be found by your customers by creating your FREE Google Search and Maps listings, and how to optimize this for desktops and mobile devices. Every attendee should pre-register.
Speakers: Erik McNair, McNair Media
Register at tsbdc.org/chscc/.
No cost.
Jan. 22, Ribbon Cutting for The Plastic Surgery Group
4:30 to 5 p.m.
The Plastic Surgery Group: 901 Riverfront Pkwy.
Join the Chattanooga Chamber for a ribbon cutting event for The Plastic Surgery Group.
Jan. 22, Ooltewah/Collegedale Monthly Mixer
5 to 7 p.m.
Springhill Suites: 8876 Old Lee Hwy.
Join the Ooltewah/Collegedale Chamber Council for their monthly mixer, held on the fourth Tuesday of every month. Complimentary light appetizers as well as drink specials.
No cost.
Jan. 22, International Business Chamber Council Mixer
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The Mad Priest Coffee & Cocktails: 719 Cherry St., Ste. 100
Join the International Business Council for a mixer at The Mad Priest Coffee & Cocktails. 10 percent of all sales during this mixer will go towards the Council’s Scholarship Program to help Chattanooga business students study abroad.
No cost.
Jan. 23, Ribbon Cutting for The Flying Locksmiths of Greater Chattanooga & NW Georgia
10 to 10:30 a.m.
The Flying Locksmiths of Greater Chattanooga & NW Georgia: 2212 Encompass Dr., Ste. 168
Join the Chattanooga Chamber for a ribbon cutting event for The Flying Locksmiths of Greater Chattanooga & NW Georgia.
Jan. 23, Social Media 101
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
INCubator: 100 Cherokee Blvd. (Park across the street in the Republic lot)
TSBDC partners with 3E Social to deliver a seminar and discussion on how to utilize social media for your business. A brief overview of various social media platforms, their respective audiences and posting best practices on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and more.
Speaker: Lisa Brown, owner of 3E Social
Register at tsbdc.org/chscc/.
No cost.
Jan. 24, Enterprise Gateway Chamber Council Meeting
8:15 to 9:30 a.m.
Hospice of Chattanooga: 4411 Oakwood Dr.
Speaker: Coach Zach Ferrell, Hamilton Heights Christian Academy
$10
Jan. 24, Intellectual Property 101
9 to 10 a.m.
INCubator: 100 Cherokee Blvd. (Park across the street in the Republic lot)
When building a business, it can be easy to forget to legally protect what you've created. Kevin Christopher, founder of Ridgeline Venture Law, will discuss IP best practices, so entrepreneurs can be better prepared to safeguard the unique attributes of their business.
Call 423.752.4301 for registration details.
No cost.
Jan. 24, Small Business Orientation Morning Seminar
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
INCubator: 100 Cherokee Blvd. (Park across the street in the Republic lot)
This seminar addresses key topics of interest for individuals considering starting a business. Get to know our TSBDC staff, as we cover topics such as business entity options and tax registration, the importance of business planning, financing options and the extensive network of resources through the TSBDC. Participants receive a startup packet containing vital phone numbers and addresses for getting established within State and Federal regulations.
Speakers: TSBDC Staff
Register at tsbdc.org/chscc/.
No cost.
Jan. 24, Reality Check at Ivy Academy
Noon to 2:45 p.m.
Ivy Academy: 8512 Dayton Pike, 37379
Reality Check teaches ninth graders budgeting and emphasizes the connection between education and income by allowing students to roleplay as heads of household on a budget. Community volunteers are needed to assist with this event. To volunteer for this Chattanooga Chamber career readiness program, please contact Cathy Humble at 423.763.4321 or chumble@chattanoogachamber.com.
Jan. 24, Small Business Orientation Evening Seminar
5:30 to 7 p.m.
INCubator: 100 Cherokee Blvd. (Park across the street in the Republic lot)
This seminar addresses key topics of interest for individuals considering starting a business. Get to know our TSBDC staff, as we cover topics such as business entity options and tax registration, the importance of business planning, financing options and the extensive network of resources through the TSBDC. Participants receive a startup packet containing vital phone numbers and addresses for getting established within State and Federal regulations.
Speakers: TSBDC Staff
Register at tsbdc.org/chscc/.
No cost.
Jan. 25, ACEs, The Tennessee Story: Building Strong Brains Screening Series & Workshop 2-Day Session
Jan. 25, 6 to 9 p.m. & Jan. 26, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
WTCI-TV 45: 7540 Bonnyshire Dr.
This 2-day opportunity will engage up to 140 guests in screenings and guided breakout sessions that will further educate the public on the impact of ACEs on families and the community. Participants will engage in discussions about the content of the screenings and their work in the community in order to help Chattanooga grow as a trauma-informed community.
Contact jcrutchfield@wtcitv.org to register.
No cost.