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1 week ago | 
timesfreepress.com | Jennifer McNally
A year after launching her first podcast in March of 2024, Lisa McCluskey has added a second to her repertoire -- this time focusing on successful Chattanooga businesswomen. "The Empowered Women Podcast" aims to help women in business understand that the path to success isn't always a straight line. In fact, it often holds some big twists and turns.
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1 week ago | 
timesfreepress.com | Jennifer McNally
Company: Overlooked MaterialsFounders: Morgan and Tracy HollKey focus: Bridging the gap in glass recycling and turning waste into resourcesWhat's the story behind Overlooked Materials? What sparked the idea to start the business? Tracy and I have always been avid recyclers. Before moving to Chattanooga, we lived in Germany for about five years, where recycling is ingrained into the culture. Glass is captured at very high rates compared to what we have here.
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1 week ago | 
timesfreepress.com | Jennifer McNally
When Roger Pickett, owner of MurMaid Mattress, started thinking about retirement, he had a problem. He didn't have anyone lined up to take over the business. He's not alone. It's a common challenge for many business owners. And it's one that can tank a company's future. Still, when we get caught up in the day-to-day grind, looking to the future isn't always easy.
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3 weeks ago | 
timesfreepress.com | Jennifer McNally
Chattanooga-based WorkHound, an employee feedback software platform designed for the supply chain, has been acquired by San Francisco-based WorkStep, a fellow software company focused on improving engagement and retention for frontline workers. "This is a big win for the transportation world," Farrell said by phone. "And that doesn't always happen in these kinds of mergers. There's always a risk that customers get a worse experience. ...
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1 month ago | 
timesfreepress.com | Jennifer McNally
You took time off work, planned the itinerary, survived the flight abroad, grabbed a taxi and arrived at the front desk -- only to discover the hotel didn't have your reservation. Or maybe there was no front desk because you fell for a scam. With Via Curato, none of that is your headache. Mary Elizabeth and Julian Kaufman handle every detail, so their clients can enjoy the trip of a lifetime.
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1 month ago | 
timesfreepress.com | Jennifer McNally
It's rare for an entire family to agree on bedtime, screen time, or even what's for dinner. But one thing most can agree on? Chattanooga has something for everyone. Research from the travel industry shows that multi-generational travel -- grandparents, parents, and children vacationing together -- is on the rise. More families are searching for destinations that can make everyone happy, especially the youngest travelers.
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1 month ago | 
timesfreepress.com | Jennifer McNally
Samuel Hunter McKee will take over as vice president of manufacturing for McKee Foods Corporation's Collegedale operations at the end of June, succeeding Rich Kerns, who is retiring this summer after 35 years with the company. In this role, McKee will oversee all manufacturing operations at the Collegedale facilities, the largest of McKee Foods' three production centers.
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2 months ago | 
timesfreepress.com | Jennifer McNally
On Friday, the hospice shelter Welcome Home of Chattanooga will celebrate its 10th anniversary serving the Tennessee Valley with "Love and Grief: Find Me There," an evening dedicated to exploring loss, healing and connection. Since opening its doors in 2015, the nonprofit has cared for more than 145 people enduring terminal illness who have no place to go at the end of life.
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2 months ago | 
timesfreepress.com | Jennifer McNally
Passion, purpose and meaningful work are all key ingredients to a fulfilling career. But without the right pay, the equation doesn't quite add up. Money isn't just important; it's the fuel that keeps us all running. This month, we talked with HR professional, Carlin McRae, to learn more about how performance reviews influence salary adjustments, and how companies determine raises and track industry salary trends.
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2 months ago | 
timesfreepress.com | Jennifer McNally
The bottom line is that money makes or breaks a business. It keeps employees happy and helps businesses grow. Yet there are certain financial pitfalls that seem to happen over and over again. To find out the most common (and costly) missteps, we spoke with nine experts across Chattanooga's financial landscape -- bankers, financial educators and advisors, a CFO, an HR professional and even a restauranteur. Most mistakes sting a little, but money mistakes seem to have a lasting pain of their own.
