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"Scenic Roots" offers conversations that matter in the heart of Chattanooga and the Tennessee Valley.From the mountains to the river, our conversations are rooted deep within every corner of our community - reflecting who we are, who we were and who we can become.We engage with the news that affects our community, behind and beyond the headlines. We build bridges that span from creators and innovators to storytellers and the outdoors. We focus on our challenges as many communities in one - as we celebrate what inspires us. We resonate with countless voices - in words and spaces, sounds and songs.We are "Scenic Roots."Ray Bassett hosts and produces "Scenic Roots" at WUTC.

Seed Money: A Community Investment In Emerging Entrepreneurs

The sign to the entrance of The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga.
The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga

(Aired Weds 4/09/25)

For first-time entrepreneurs, economic opportunity is key to unlocking economic mobility.

The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga is one nonprofit that funds opportunities for some of those entrepreneurs to aim for - and achieve - that mobility.

Montrell Besley owns and operates Chattanooga Rolling Video Games, a mobile video gaming theater for kids of all ages.

Gisela Bellina and Luis Contreras own The Local Juicery + Kitchen in Southside Chattanooga.

I spoke with them - and Quentin Lawrence, vice president of community investment at the Community Foundation.

Ray is the host and producer of Scenic Roots, Mondays - Thursdays at 3 PM on WUTC.
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