History of Chattanooga 2.0 - Chattanooga 2.0

2015

“A Bold Vision for Our Future Workforce”

Initial report released summarizing significant workforce challenges and educational opportunities for Chattanooga-Hamilton County and the region

2016

Chattanooga 2.0 Launches with Community Input

Over 3,700 community members provide input during 100 Days of Community Conversation
“10 Urgent Strategies to Transform Our Future” strategic plan is published, outlining 37 strategies, 13 metrics, and 2 bold goals
Cross-sector action teams are formed to implement strategies from cradle to career

2017

Launch of the Smart City Venture Fund, a private social venture capital fund aligned closely with Chattanooga 2.0 goals and strategies
Chattanooga 2.0 hosts By the Numbers annual coalition meeting
Dr. Bryan Johnson hired as HCS Superintendent

2018

Chattanooga 2.0 hosts Align, Amplify, and Accelerate with Agility annual coalition meeting
Dr. Rebecca Ashford hired as President of Chattanooga State Community College

2019

The Hamilton County Children's Cabinet is established
Goal of HCS becoming the fastest improving public school system in TN is achieved
Molly Blankenship named Executive Director of Chattanooga 2.0
Data Council and Communications Advisory Team are launched

2020

Strategic Planning & Crisis Response

Launch of strategic planning process
Chattanooga 2.0 partners respond to the impacts of COVID-19 by tapping into collaborative infrastructure
Chattanooga 2.0 makes bold commitment to fight systemic racism
Chattanooga 2.0 co-hosts virtual Hamilton County School Board debates earning 83,000 views
Chattanooga 2.0 releases its first-ever equity questionnaire for school board candidates

2021

Forward Together

2021 Report to the Community published, highlighting five years of accomplishments along with the challenges and opportunities ahead, laying out clear goals and strategies for the next decade.