Tuesday, Sept. 23 Women and Franchising
8:30-10 a.m.
TN Small Business Development Center: 100 Cherokee Blvd.
Many organizations and programs recognize the value of women in the franchise industry and there are many programs and incentives available to help women succeed. We will discuss this more during this session along with the following topics: Why you want to start a business? Misconceptions about franchising? What is a business model? Why own a franchise? How to find the right franchise? Register online for this free event at www.tsbdc.org/chscc.
Tuesday, Sept.
23 Who Wants to be a Millionaire? Training Session
9-11:30 a.m.
Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce: 811 Broad St.
Help team-teach basic financial skills to Hamilton County 11the graders and motivate them to develop sound money habits. RSVP to Cathy Humble by September 10 at chumble@chattanoogachamber.com or 423-763-4321. Lunch will be provided.
Tuesday, Sept. 23 Ribbon Cutting for Brainerd Baptist School
10 a.m.
Brainerd Baptist School: 300 Brookfield Ave.
Join the Chattanooga Chamber for a ribbon cutting at Brainerd Baptist School.
Tuesday, Sept. 23 East Brainerd Council Meeting
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Car Barn: 6721 Heritage Business
Chris LeCroy, Green|spaces
Meetings cost $10.
Tuesday, Sept. 23 Ribbon Cutting for Chattanooga Courtyard by Marriott I-75 at Hamilton Place
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Chattanooga Courtyard by Marriott I-75 at: 2210 Bams Dr.
Join the Chattanooga Chamber for a ribbon cutting at Chattanooga Courtyard by Marriott I-75 at Hamilton Place.
Wednesday, Sept. 24 1 Million Cups
9-10 a.m.
Green | spaces: 63 E Main St.
Held every Wednesday, 1 Million Cups brings Chattanooga’s entrepreneurial community together to hear two startup entrepreneurs and unique local businesses pitch their companies. Each event includes a Q&A session with featured participants. Coffee is provided by Velo Coffee Roasters.
Wednesday, Sept. 24 Ribbon Cutting for LifeBalance Massage & Wellness, LLC
10-11 a.m.
LifeBalance Massage & Wellness LLC: 5084 South Ter., Ste. 120
Join the Chattanooga Chamber for a ribbon cutting at LifeBalance Massage & Wellness, LLC.
Wednesday, Sept. 24 Export Boot Camp
11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
TN Small Business Development Center: 100 Cherokee Blvd.
Presented by: John Ordung
This free seminar will provide the nuts and bolts of information needed to become a successful exporter. Topics will include: How to identify markets for your product; How to finance your export transaction; How to mitigate economic, political and financial risks. Lunch will be provided. Register online for this free event at www.tsbdc.org/chscc.
Wednesday, Sept. 24 East Ridge Council Meeting
11:45 a.m.-1 p.m.
Best Western Plus Arbour Inn and Suites: 6710 Ringgold Road
Meetings cost $10.
Thursday, Sept. 25 Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?: Soddy Daisy High School
7:15 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
Soddy Daisy High School: 618 Sequoyah Access Road
“Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" is a money management program for 11th graders using an interactive PowerPoint to teach students about saving and credit card management. Community volunteers are needed to assist with this event. Please contact Cathy Humble at 423-763-4321 or chumble@chattanoogachamber.com to participate.
Thursday, Sept. 25 Enterprise Gateway Council Meeting
8:30-9:45 a.m.
Hospice of Chattanooga: 4411 Oakwood Dr.
Meetings cost $10.
Speaker: Gary Highfield
Thursday, Sept. 25 Women Owned Small Business Government Contracting Workshop
1:30-3 p.m.
BrightBridge Women’s Business Center: 535 Chestnut St., Ste 161
Interested in contracting with the Government? This workshop will provide overview of the WOSB program, WOSB program repository, eligibility requirements and government contracting opportunities.
Hosted by the SBA and BrightBridge Women’s Business Center, this event is free and open to the public. Call 423-424-4220 to register.
Thursday, Sept. 25 Ribbon Cutting for River Valley AgCredit, ACA
2:30 p.m.
River Valley AgCredit, ACA: 601 Morrison Springs Road
Join the Chattanooga Chamber for a ribbon cutting at River Valley AgCredit, ACA.
Thursday, Sept. 25 Ribbon Cutting for The Bridge at Ooltewah
5:30-6:30 p.m.
The Bridge at Ooltewah: 5901 Snow Hill Road
Join the Chattanooga Chamber for a ribbon cutting at The Bridge at Ooltewah.
Thursday, Sept. 25 International Business Council Meeting
5:30-7 p.m.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Tennessee: 1 Cameron Hill Cir.
Topic: Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
The IBC will bring together a panel of experts to discuss Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace to support a successful global and local economy. Meetings cost $10.
Thursday, Sept. 25 Small Business Orientation
5:30-7 p.m.
TN Small Business Development Center: 100 Cherokee Blvd.
The counselor discusses basic business planning including financial projections and legal entity. You will receive an information packet containing phone numbers and addresses for information about business licenses and taxes and other start-up materials. Register for thus free event online at www.tsbdc.org/chscc.
Friday, Sept. 26 Affordable Care Act (ACT) Workshop
11 a.m.-noon
TN Small Business Development Center: 100 Cherokee Blvd.
Certain parts of The Affordable Care Act (ACA) will be effective this year, and many aspects of the new law are still unclear. As a business owner, you will want to know how this healthcare policy impacts your business. If you are confused about the changes, costs or your role, you should attend this free workshop directed at explaining the provisions of Health Care Reform and the Affordable Care Act. Register online for this free event at www.tsbdc.org/chscc.
Friday, Sept. 26 YPAC Luncheon
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce: 811 Broad St.
Offered the last Friday of each month, YPAC Professional Development luncheons feature networking and a keynote discussion from a local leader on topics related to the career development of the area's young professionals. Topics regularly include leadership skills, workplace dynamics, career advancement, community involvement and other subjects of interest. Networking begins at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch and programming at noon. Admission is $10 for YPAC members, $12 for non-members and $15 at the door.
Friday, Sept. 26 Free Legal Advising with Huisman Law Firm
1-3 p.m.
The Company Lab: 55 E. Main St.
Visit The Company Lab (CO.LAB) the fourth Friday of every month to receive free legal advice from Huisman Law Firm. To schedule a 30-minute time slot for your startup, email info@colab.co.
Friday, Sept. 26 Ribbon Cutting for Brent Sanders Studio & Gallery
3:30 p.m.
Brent Sanders Studio & Gallery: 400 E. Main St., Ste 140A
Join us the Chattanooga Chamber for a ribbon cutting at Brent Sanders Studio & Gallery.
Friday, Sept. 26 Ribbon Cutting for Southern Surgical Arts
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Southern Surgical Arts: 1405 Cowart St., Ste 201
Join the Chattanooga Chamber for a ribbon cutting at Southern Surgical Arts.