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SpringBoard presents Peer Roundtables for local CEOs Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Chattanooga is home to a dynamic economic landscape, and to date, more than a dozen small business development and entrepreneur support organizations exist here to help new entrepreneurs make bottom lines out of big dreams. But as of yet, no organization is singularly focused on supporting Chattanooga’s second-stage and high-growth businesses. SpringBoard, CreateHere’s family of economic programs, is pleased to announce the launch of Peer Roundtables, a program that will offer vital support services for this distinct group of business leaders.
Peer Roundtables is a series of twelve monthly meetings for CEOs of second-stage businesses. At each Peer Roundtable meeting, a facilitator guides ten to twelve local CEOs from different industries in discussing their experiences and insights in a confidential setting, driving innovation and problem-solving.
“I’m excited about the prospect of a peer group starting in Chattanooga that will focus on growth and innovation,” said Tim Kelly, CEO of Kelly Auto Group. “I am a big believer in the power of these groups to make all the members better operators—particularly with the focus and priorities CreateHere has set for this group. It is very compelling.”
According to the Edward Lowe Foundation, Chattanooga may be home to as many as 2,500 mid-size companies. “An opportunity exists in our city to better support these businesses,” said Sheldon Grizzle, Director of SpringBoard. “Peer Roundtables provides CEOs and business owners with valuable insight to hone decision-making and improve business performance for participants.”
SpringBoard is a resource hub for Chattanooga’s entrepreneurs, working to build a vibrant, flourishing community by energizing the local economy through three developmental programs: the Business Planning Course, a Panel Discussion series and Peer Roundtables. These programs aim to bridge gaps between great ideas and profitable outcomes. SpringBoard empowers Chattanooga’s own by giving local businesses a chance to reach their productive capacity.
Peer Roundtables are forming now. Apply by June 15. Applications are available for download.
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