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Small Business Supports

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The Edney Innovation Center

The front door to the Innovation District of Chattanooga.

Tech Goes Home

Expanding access to technology and teaching digital literacy.

Digital Access Committee

Bringing together partners to close the digital divide, together.

HCS EdConnect

Home internet at no cost to thousands of families.

Connected Communities: Orchard Knob

The OKC leverages the collective support of partner organizations to tackle the whole picture of health and wellness in the historically underserved neighborhood.

Chattamatters

Answering the most basic and most complex questions about life in Chattanooga

EMPACT Program

Preparing residents for the jobs of tomorrow, and today. 

Chattanooga Smart Communities Collaborative

Working together to identify our region’s challenges and create solutions.

Environmental Sensors

Collecting and analyzing air quality data from across our region with US Ignite.

Education (4K Microscope & Lola)

High-tech tools in Hamilton County’s classrooms.

Community Connectivity

Expanding access to the internet in homes and neighborhoods.

Basecamp, a Day of Networking and Coworking, Relaunches on April 17 in Downtown Chattanooga

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The Enterprise Center’s Basecamp: Building Bridges in the Workforce event connects professionals, job seekers with connections and resources.

The Enterprise Center invites the public to Basecamp, a free day of networking, coworking, and fun for professionals and job seekers on April 17 from 9 AM to 5 PM at the Chattanooga Choo Choo. Local residents are encouraged to view the full event details and RSVP on Eventbrite (https://April2025Basecamp.eventbrite.com).

Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly will deliver brief remarks at the beginning of Basecamp at 9 AM. The full schedule includes informational panels to spur conversations around skills-building and apprenticeships and opportunities to connect with local resources and organizations. 

“Basecamp is a day to connect and co-work with other professionals in a wide range of industries in our community,” said Kevin, Director of Innovative Workforce & Economy at The Enterprise Center. “We’re excited to bring Basecamp to the Choo Choo because the venue represents revitalization and growth, which is key to any professional career.” 

The event delivers a full day of networking, coworking, and live music and activities in the historic Chattanooga landmark, with subsequent events on June 12, August 21, and October 9. The goal of this event—Building Bridges in the Workforce—is to foster connection and learning in a fun environment.

“While virtual work certainly has its place, there’s incredible value in face-to-face interactions and networking—that’s where innovation is born,” said Sammy Lowermilk, Acting President & CEO of The Enterprise Center. “The Enterprise Center is focused on fostering innovative ecosystems which support small business, entrepreneurship, and the job market by providing skills-building and workforce development for our local residents.”

Basecamp is proudly supported by Unum as the official event sponsor, along with Hamilton County Parks & Recreation. Other partners include the Choo Choo, Chattanooga State, Apprenticeship Works, Chattanooga 2.0, ChaTech Council, Young Professionals of Chattanooga, Urban League of Chattanooga Young Professionals, Latinos Professionals Network, and Tech Goes Home Tennessee.

To make attendance easy, guests are encouraged to use the free downtown electric shuttle or park at the adjacent CARTA garage.