Startup Week CHA 2021
Monday, October 18, 2021
Badge Pickup + Co-working @ Basecamp powered by EPB
Come grab your badge to access all Startup Week CHA has to offer! Badge pickup is available starting at 8 AM and co-working held throughout the day.
Complimentary Peet's Coffee will be available each morning while supplies last night!
Q & A with SASHA Group
THIS EVENT REQUIRES A SEPARATE REGISTRATION.
Join this virtual conversation as The Sasha Group cover the importance of brand, how to build an effective brand and things to watch out for in this process. There will also be a Q&A.
Not All Press is Good Press
PR/Communication/media professionals Chloé Morrison and Jim Tanner will teach entrepreneurs how to create positive media coverage. We'll cover how to do an interview, write a press release and work with the media.
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Find Your Funding (Panel + Q&A)
Need funding to start or sustain your business? Join us to hear from a panel of local funding providers. You will hear from these organizations about their specific programs (eligibility, requirements, terms, etc.) and will also be able to ask questions. Panelists include:
Audra Kelly, Southeast TN Development District
Gary Moore, BrightBridge
Katie Hendrix, Pathway
Kimberly Narramore, City of Chattanooga
Lya Kimbrough, Kiva
Marcus Johnson, TVFCU
The panel will be moderated by Lynn Chesnutt from TSBDC.
Growth Mindset & Methodology (Part 1)
Learn what makes some people extremely effective in their roles, and the difference between a static vs. growth mindset. This session will also include ways to help others develop a growth mindset.
Hear about the changes for the SBA EIDL Loan (deadline fast approaching)
Join Stream
The SBA Tennessee District Office will provide updates on recent changes to the EIDL loan and “grant” program and will take your questions. You must get your application submitted before December 31 2021 or before the funds run out. SBA Tennessee will also provide information on all SBA programs available to you for counseling, government contracting, and traditional lending.
Thursday, October 21, 2021
Creating Value Propositions for Growth
Join on Zoom
Join Hannah Lancaster, Design Sprint Facilitator for Bridge Innovate, in this digital learning experience of creating a Value Proposition Canvas for growth. Learn to understand your customer’s needs better and how to communicate the value of your product and services.
Technology Essentials for Startups
In this event, experts from WYRE will discuss the critical pieces of technology you need to take your business from zero to one and set yourself up for growth. Learn about everything from domains for websites and professional email to cybersecurity essentials and scalability.
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