BUY LOCAL BUY LAUNCH A holiday guide to LAUNCH entrepreneurs and their local businesses
Every business in this special holiday edition of the BUY LOCAL, BUY LAUNCH is owned and operated by entrepreneurs here in Chattanooga. Each owner graduated from our LAUNCH CHA program, braved the pandemic, and persevered through a myriad of startup challenges. From intimate holiday gatherings to the pickiest person on your list, there is a LAUNCHepreneur for you! In this 2021 holiday season, spread cheer by shopping intentionally and choosing to BUY LOCAL, BUY LAUNCH!
HOLIDAY TREATS & CATERING BBQ Rowe | James Pat Rowe
Wings Top Tots Food Truck | Mahogany Hudgins
Mo Lemonade | Lakissia Ervin
(423) 313-6326 | Molemonade19@yahoo.com FB: @Mo lemonade | IG: @Mo lemonade Mo Lemonade creates flavored, designer lemonade that pairs well with alcohol or as a refreshing beverage.
(615) 335-2306 | 8020creolebbq@gmail.com FB: @80/20 Creole BBQ Rubs IG: @Rollinsmoke8020 We provide delicious Creole BBQ and sides. Try our Creole BBQ rub. ALL FLAVOR, NO FILLERS!
The Bitter Bottle | Kaleena Goldsworthy
Uncle Curt Curt’s Burgers | Uncle Curt Curt’s Burgers
(423) 504-4071 | bbqrowe.com barbequerowe@gmail.com FB: @BBQRowe | IG: @bbqrowe Rowe Catering is a catering company based out of Chattanooga. We take pride in providing quality food and exceptional customer service. We want customers to walk away with an outstanding and memorable experience saying, “It’s the love you’re tasting!”
(315) 657 1753 | thebitterbottle.com kaleena@thebitterbottle.com FB: @thebitterbottle | IG: @thebitterbottle Created for the food / beverage industry and crafted using modern herbalism techniques, The Bitter Bottle is a modern American apothecary that focuses on community, sustainability, and promoting healthy lifestyles sourced from just outside you door.
Cocoa Asante | Ella Livingston
cocoaasante.com | ella@cocoaasante.com FB: @cocoaasante | IG: @cocoaasante Cocoa Asante is a company that provides high quality specially crafted chocolate truffles for chocolate lovers, vegans and everyone in between.
(423) 298-3252 | hudginsmahogany@yahoo.com FB: @WingsTopTotsFoodTruck IG: @MahoganyHudgins Chef Mahogany is a highly driven young woman who has decided to pursue her dream of owning a high quality, specialty wings food truck. She has a unique intentionality at creating the perfect wings experience.
8020 Creole BBQ & Ribs LLC | Nate Figaro
Unclecurtcurtsburgers.com | (423) 315-6795 unclecurtcurtsburgers@gmail.com FB: @Uncle Curt Curt’s burgers IG: @Uncle Curt Curt’s Burgers Uncle Curt Curt’s Burgers are resh grilled with a German taste.
Nola Girl’s Gumbo | Tacia Taylor
Nolagirlsgumbo.com | (423) 394-5624 Nolagirlsgumbo@gmail.com FB: @Nolagirls Gumbo | IG: @Nola Girl’s Gumbo Experience authentic New Orleans cuisines that warm your heat and comfort your soul.
Neutral Ground | Kenyatta Ashford
(423) 637-5530 | Vimika.townsend@gmail.com FB: @Bibees Cakes | IG: @Bibees_cakes I provide custom cakes for any occasion.
(423) 541-6858 | Neutralgroundchatt@gmail.com FB: @neutralgroundchatt | IG: @neutralgroundchatt Neutral Ground is a Modern New Orleans Style Restaurant that honors food ways of the African Diaspora. Located at 422 East M. L. King Blvd.
Marckita’s Munchies | Marckita Wilkes
Seahorse Snacks | Stacy Martin
Bibees Cakes | Vimika Townsend
marckitasmunchies.com | (423) 521-5899 marckitasmunchies@gmail.com FB: @Marckita’s Munchies | IG: @marckitas_munchies Marckita’s Munchies creates baked goods, custom desserts and treats.
seahorsesnacks.com | (847) 452-6519 Stacy@seahorsesnacks.com FB: @Seahorse snacks | IG: @Seahorse_snacks Delicious roasted nuts with unique and unusual flavors.
Cheiman Tea | Stephanie Steiman
(423) 505-6488 | Chefchastylane2021@gmail.com FB: @ChefChastyLane | IG: @Chef_ChastyLane Oh My Goodness Chef Chasty Seafood & More is a full service catering business.
cheimantea.com | (423) 605-7376 cheimantea@gmail.com FB: @cheimantea | IG: @cheimantea We make a homemade blend of instant chai latte mix, by hand, in small batches! Just mix with boiling water, stir and enjoy!
Billy Joe’s Cookies | Suzanne Dulin & Maddie LaForest
The Local Juicery | Luis and Gisela Contreras
Oh My Goodness Chef Chasty Seafood & More Chasty Lane
billyjoescookies.com | (423) 424-6908 founders@billyjoescookies.com FB: @BillyJoesCookies | IG: @billy_joes_cookies/ We have delicious chocolate chip cookies that everyone can enjoy! Our homemade cookies make a thoughtful gift for everyone on your list, even vegans and people who have lactose allergies.
(423) 521-5389 | info@thelocaljuicery.com Thelocaljuicery.com | FB: @LocalJuice | IG: @localjuice A family-owned business established by immigrants with a dream to own a juice bar. This dream became a reality with The local Juicery which serves cold press juices, smoothie bowls, and healthy foods. Come visit at 3 locations: Main Street, Erlanger Medical Mall, and Gunbarrel Road
STOCKING STUFFERS & GIFT CARDS AngeNae Collections | Angela F Jordan
angenaecollections.com | (423) 380-8374 info@angenaecollections.com FB: @AngeNae Collections | IG: @AngeNae Collections Established in 2019 by Chattanooga native Angela Jordan, AngeNae Collections creates hand-poured luxury candles, wax melts, fragrance sprays, coasters and much more. Our products make great gifts for any occasion.
Lulu’s Welding Caps | Judy Miller
ReBelle Boutique | Adaysha McGill
therebelleboutique.com therebelleboutique@gmail.com FB: @The ReBelle Boutique | IG: @therebelleboutique ReBelle represents the dynamic of the woman that is fearless, unique, and embraces her version of beauty daily! We are committed to providing pieces for all women that can be dressed up for nights out on the town or down for chill vibes with the girls.
lulusweldingcaps.com | (423) 443-9984 lulusweldingcaps@gmail.com FB: @lulusweldingcaps | IG: @ulusweldingcaps All our caps are custom made to order, our caps are not pre-made or mass produced. We work hard to fill our orders and to make sure you have a great quality cap!
Lucent Gift | Missy Luce
Serenity Collections | Sabrina Patton
Adorned Aesthetics And Skin Spa | Jillian Sanderfur
SerenityCollection1@yahoo.com FB: @SerenityCollections | IG: @SerenityCollection1 Serenity Collections a collection of Attractive Classy Sophisticated Handbags & Accessories that can be worn Daytime, Nighttime, Social and Special Events with a competitive price!
InKandycence Design Studio | Kandyce Hudson
inkandycence.com | (615) 601-1550 inkandycence@gmail.com FB: @InKandycence | IG: @inkandycence A studio for Sewing, Design, & Sewing Education. We teach students of all ages and abilities how to use a home sewing machine to successfully create clothing, craft, and costume projects. We also provide designer ready-made goods and professional custom sewing services.
Hair Matrix LLC | Vernique Norwood
hairmatrix.us | (833) 424-7211 vernique.norwood@hairmatrix.us FB: @Hair Matrix Chattanooga IG: @hairmatrixchattanooga Hair Matrix Chattanooga is a local business that offers natural hair and skin products that cater to a wide variety of customers. When creating products we focus on hair and skin problems such as eczema, breakage, dry skin and scalp moisture.
lucentgift.com | (423) 629-7014 Missy@lucentgift.com FB: @lucentgift | IG: @lucentgift Lucent Gift provides luxury gift boxes for women facing cancer treatment
(423) 400-3362 | Jillsanderfur@yahoo.com FB: @AdornedAestheticsAndSkinSpa IG: @AdornedAestheticsAndSkinSpa Adorned Aesthetics And Skin Spa provides skincare and beauty products.
Idlewild Graces LLC | Denise Elliott
(423) 718-0872 | dd.elliott@comcast.net FB: @Idlewild Graces | IG: @Idlewild Graces Gifts with Distinction – laser engraving, embroidery, direct to garment printing, sublimation
Deja Vu Booths | Wykena Brown
(423) 402-0375 | dejavubooths@gmail.com FB: @dejavuphotobooths | IG: @dejavuphotobooths Deja Vu Photo Booths is a photo booth rentals company.
The Chattery | Jennifer Holder + Shawanda Mason thechattery.org | (423) 521-2643 info@thechattery.org FB: @thechattery | IG: @thechattery The Chattery is a non-profit focused on providing fun, affordable and accessible classes for adults. Our online and in-person classes range from art to professional development. We also offer craft kits, gift cards, and pre-recorded webinars.
HOLIDAY PARTY SERVICES Enchanted Events Decor and More | Marshun Hardnett
Trinity Inspired Events | Jennifer Cunningham
Grand Finale Events & Decor, LLC | Yanetta Y. Bowman
JTookem Photography | JaMichael Jordan
Enchantedeventsdecorandmore.com | (423) 313-6276 marshunhardnett@epbfi.com FB: @EnchantedEventsChattanooga IG: @enchantedevents We provide full service event planning, design and decor.
grandfinalechatt.com | (423) 385-9008 Info@grandfinalechatt.com FB: @Grand Finale Events and Decor IG: @Grandfinaleeventsanddecor We help plan, design, and decorate weddings and celebratory events. We also provide health & wellness products, notary and travel services.
(423) 383-7361 | trinityinspiredevent@gmail.com FB: @trinityinspiredevents IG: @trinityinspiredevents We are an event design business that special in balloon décor and sculptures. jtookemphotography.com | (423) 322-9421 Jtookem@gmail.com FB: @JTookem Photography | IG: @JTookem JTookem is a photography business. We capture moments that last a lifetime.
FOR EVERYTHING ELSE Good Team | Frances Gunn
DeJuan S. Jordan | DeJuan S. Jordan
Eso Marketing | Ruth Kaiser
Young Ladies Of Power Inc. | Joyce Watson
goodteam.agency | (423) 529-2594 frances@goodteam.agency FB: @goodteam.agency | IG: @goodteam.agency We partner with small to medium size businesses to create a goal-centered growth marketing strategy that will help generate more leads and grow your business online. esomarketing.com | (423) 827-6441 ruth@esomarketing.com FB: @esomarketing | IG: @esomktg We provide marketing support for individuals and businesses- web design & maintenance, social media management, email marketing, and graphic design.
The Transition:Digitally Evolving | Danielle Wilburn & Cardell Davis Transitioningyou.com | (901) 237-0488 contact@transitioningyou.com FB: @digitallyevovling | IG: @digitallyevolving We are an all-inclusive marketing agency. We help you enhance your brand through logos, social media content development, and marketing consultations.
NAÉJOR Enterprise, LLC | Ternae Jordan, Jr.
(423) 987-3001 | ternae@naejor.com FB: @Naejorent We empower Trauma Survivors to share their stories in a compelling and transformative way by establishing a monetizeable platform for them to teach from.
dejuansjordan.com | info@dejuansjordan.com FB: @dejuansjordan | IG: @dejuansjordan We provide heart-centered transformational life and business coaching that empowers our clients to use their life experiences to create balance, discover their passion and clearly define and fulfill their life’s purpose. youngladiesofpowerinc.godaddysites.com (423) 227-0329 joycesmyer@gmail.com FB: @Young ladies of Power Inc Young Ladies of Power Inc. began in 2012. It was created to strengthen young ladies’ minds and hearts to know their self-worth, ages 4 to 18. We are to uplift their character to become strong and powerful ladies to society.
Susan M. Freeman Enterprise | Susan M. Freeman smf-enterprise.com | (423) 503-7350 SMFreemanEnterprise@gmail.com FB: @Susan M. Freeman | IG: @freeman6384 Susan M. Freeman Enterprise is dedicated to providing health, dental and life insurance products that provide high quality, variety, protections and value pricing.