InvestorThe Company Lab (CO.LAB) is a nonprofit startup accelerator based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, focused on supporting early-stage startups with essential…
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EPB says its Chattanooga facility combines commercial quantum computing and networking, and reports adding an IonQ Forte Enterprise computer on September 18, 2026. EPB marks its quantum network available and says businesses, research teams, and startups can purchase computer time; these availability statements are per the operator. [50515, 50516]
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EPB says its Chattanooga facility combines commercial quantum computing and networking, and reports adding an IonQ Forte Enterprise computer on September 18, 2026. EPB marks its quantum network available and says businesses, research teams, and startups can purchase computer time; these availability statements are per the operator. [50515, 50516]
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga describes its QISE initiative, launched in 2022, as linking education and workforce development with urban and energy systems. UTC also attributes development of the fiber-optic quantum device network to city-owned utility EPB and supplier Qubitekk. [50518, 50520]
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Chattanooga ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #273 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
22 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Chattanooga
Investors 17
Investor
InvestorInvesting in life sciences innovation.
InvestorEmpowering businesses through innovative financial solutions.
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Incubators 3
IncubatorEmpowering dreams through technology and resources.
IncubatorSupporting food and beverage entrepreneurs.
IncubatorEmpowering culinary startups in Chattanooga.
Accelerators 1
AcceleratorEmpowering entrepreneurs for girls' futures.
Venture studios 1
Venture studioEmpowering entrepreneurs to turn ideas into reality.
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What the sources say about Chattanooga
The Kauffman case study mapped civic and nonprofit ecosystem layers in 2016.
Source: Little Town, Layered Ecosystem: A Case Study of ChattanoogaTechCrunch documented Skuid's 2017 financing and Chattanooga base.
Source: Chattanooga-based Skuid raises $25 million for its codeless app development toolkitThe network specifies US corporations and Seed through Series A deals.
Source: UTRF Launches UT Ventures to Connect Alumni Investors with UT-Related StartupsUTRF says its alumni-investor network launched in January 2026.
Source: UTRF Launches UT Ventures to Connect Alumni Investors with UT-Related StartupsThe fund's stated investment footprint covers several nearby cities.
Source: Chattanooga Renaissance FundThe fund describes a seed and early-stage investment mandate.
Source: Chattanooga Renaissance Fund
Questions about Chattanooga
How does Chattanooga rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #273 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025).
How many startup investors are based in Chattanooga?
17 investors based in Chattanooga have a profile here, including The Company Lab (CO.LAB), Solas BioVentures and BrightBridge Capital. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Chattanooga?
Yes. Chattanooga has 1 accelerator, 3 incubators and 1 venture studio on record, including SPRING Accelerator, Green Arc Labs Inc. and Lamp Post Group.
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