Lakweshia Ewing Keynotes CNE's Financial Fitness Day

  • Thursday, April 3, 2025

CNE announces Financial Fitness Day, an event designed to empower Chattanooga residents with financial knowledge. This reinvention of the Money School program will take place on Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Construction Career Center in East Chattanooga, 2225 Roanoke Ave.

Financial Fitness Day will provide attendees with a foundation in key financial areas, covering the building blocks of budgeting, credit, investing, borrowing and homeownership. Participants will gain practical skills and insights to improve their financial well-being and achieve their financial goals.

The day will kick off with a keynote speech from author and entrepreneur, Lakweshia Ewing. Ms. Ewing will share her expertise and personal journey, motivating attendees to take control of their financial futures.

Doors will open at 9:30 a.m., allowing attendees to register and network before the program begins. To ensure accessibility for all, Spanish translation services will be available throughout the event.

CNE will be giving away cash prizes totaling up to $1,000. Attendees will have the opportunity to win these giveaways.

To further support participants, CNE will provide a complimentary lunch and childcare services, allowing attendees to focus on learning and engaging with the program.

“We are thrilled to introduce Financial Fitness Day, a revamped version of Money School, designed to provide our community with the tools they need to achieve financial stability,” said Chris Thompson, CNE president and CEO. “With the support of our sponsors, including Truist Bank and Pinnacle Financial Partners, and the inspirational words from Lakweshia Ewing, we are confident this event will be a valuable resource for everyone.”

Sponsors for Financial Fitness Day include Truist Bank, Pinnacle Financial Partners, Regions, SouthEast Bank, SmartBank, Grant Konvalinka & Harrison, Tennessee Housing Development Agency, Citizens Tri-County Bank, EPB and Chambliss. CNE thanks them for their generous support and participation.

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