What is LAUNCH?

As our country reinvents itself, new businesses are being born every day and support structures are key to the viability of these businesses. LAUNCH offers business training, support, and affordable resources to entrepreneurs who are underrepresented in entrepreneurship, empowering them to create sustainable, successful businesses allowing their families and communities to thrive.

 



Programs & Services

Find out about our programs and services. From High School Entrepreneurship to Business Entrepreneurship.

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You can become a contributor to our cause, building a better Chattanooga.

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WHY LAUNCH?

LAUNCH exists to build a thriving Chattanooga where every individual who dreams of a business can be confident that the community will stand with them, removing obstacles, and creating opportunities for their success. 







14 years

642 Businesses Supported

$22,440,000 annual Sales Revenue






What Our Entrepreneurs Are Saying



Aprill Ashley

"LAUNCH is invaluable for anyone who is wanting to start a business in the Chattanooga area."



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Pat Rowe

"LAUNCH played a huge role in making my business what it is today. From the hands on teaching to the guest speakers, it has showed me the in's and out's of running a business. There has never been a question that went unanswered. The relationships and bridges that have been formed are priceless!"



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Whitney Jackson

"Before enrolling in the Business Entrepreneurship Academy, I had no prior knowledge of entrepreneurship or business. During the 10 week course, I learned essential information about organizing and operating a business."



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