Economic &
Business Success
Why Economic & Business Success Matters
Sustainable progress requires aligned leadership, data-informed decision-making, and institutional accountability. The Center operates as a regional engine for strategy, collaboration, and measurable change.
Business Capacity
Strengthen operations, revenue growth, and access to capital.
Financial Stability
Build budgeting, credit
health, and income
planning skills.
Workforce Pathways
Support job readiness
and income stability across life stages.
PROGRAMS
From entrepreneurship to financial coaching and job training, these programs provide clear pathways from stability to growth.
E N T R E P R E N E U R S H I P &
B U S I N E S S D E V E L O P M E N T
Accelerating Small Business Growth and Economic Mobility
Next Level is ULGC’s entrepreneurship and business development initiative designed to support emerging businesses in scaling sustainably. The program provides structured guidance, technical assistance, and strategic connections to help entrepreneurs strengthen operations, increase revenue, and access capital.
Next Level equips business owners with the tools necessary to move from survival to growth, strengthening Chattanooga’s local economy while expanding pathways to generational wealth.
Business planning and operational strategy
Financial management and revenue growth
Access to capital readiness
Market positioning and customer development
Mentorship and peer accountability
IMPACT:
Participants leave with a customized three-year strategic growth plan that serves as a roadmap resulting in a clearer business strategy, improved financial structure, and strengthened readiness for growth opportunities.
SCSEP
(Senior Community Service Employment Program)
Empowering Older Workers. Strengthening Communities.
The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) provides paid, part-time community service and job training opportunities for eligible older adults. Participants gain hands-on work experience at nonprofit organizations and public agencies while building skills that lead to unsubsidized employment.
SCSEP supports income stability for seniors while strengthening local institutions that benefit from trained, experienced participants.
Paid, part-time training assignments
Skills development and job readiness support
Host agency placements across nonprofit and public sectors
Transition assistance to unsubsidized employment
IMPACT:
SCSEP participants enhance their employability, increase income security, and remain actively engaged in their communities, contributing both economically and socially.
Need personalized Support?
Let’s Talk One-On-One
Our Services:
Next Level Business Accelerator
Back Office Support & Coaching
Minority Business Hub and Directory
Supplier Diversity Leads
Business Workshops
Networking Events & Capital Access Referral Partner Services
Complete our Intake Form, If you would like guidance with planning, operation, strategy, financials, or general business support.
