Chattanooga Urban League Shines on National Stage
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)- The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga is celebrating a series of impressive victories following the 2025 National Urban League Conference, where the organization stood out for its excellence in youth development, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
The Chattanooga affiliate took home nearly $20,000 in scholarships and awards and was honored as the Affiliate of the Year (Small Market)—a prestigious national recognition.
Local students led the way by clinching first place in the highly competitive National Youth Case Competition, showcasing their innovative thinking and leadership potential. Meanwhile, a local entrepreneur from Chattanooga secured second place in the National Pitch Competition, underscoring the city’s growing influence in business innovation.
One of the students involved in the case competition reflected on the experience, saying, “Working really hard and seeing all of our ideas come to life helped me grow as a leader. It improved my public speaking and showed me how teamwork and creativity can have a long-lasting impact.”
These accomplishments mark a major milestone for the Urban League of Greater Chattanooga as it continues its mission to empower communities and change lives.
Congratulations to the team for bringing national recognition back home.
