The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s Sales Institute in the Gary W. Rollins College of Business has been named the John “Art” Phillips Sales Institute in honor of the late entrepreneur and sales leader, thanks to a generous gift from the Phillips family. The transformational gift will support scholarships, competitions, technology enhancements, and faculty/student development,…
4 Honored At University Of Tennessee President’s Council Awards
Four individuals were honored by the University of Tennessee on Nov. 25, including two with significant UTC ties. Gary W. Rollins, whose historic gift created the Gary W. Rollins College of Business, was recognized for his enduring impact on UTC and statewide education. Mike Griffin, a distinguished UTC alumnus and longtime supporter, was also honored…
Meet 11 of the latest hirings and promotions in the Chattanooga business community
Kim White, vice chancellor for advancement and executive director of the University of Chattanooga Foundation, retired in September after leading record-setting fundraising and alumni engagement efforts at UTC. Under her leadership, the Foundation’s assets reached $287 million with $38 million in contributions in 2024. Founding Honors College Dean Linda Frost announced she will transition to…
Marty McDonald, UTC Alumna – And “Audacious” Author
Twenty years ago, Marty McDonald was a student here on our campus, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Today, she is the founder of Boss Women Media and Elle Olivia – and author of the book, “Audacious: A Bold Guide to Building the Life and Career You Want and Deserve.” Last week, Marty returned to…
Ray Bassett talks about the WUTC Fund Drive on Jed & JR Mornings
Ray Bassett, Editorial Director, Host and Producer at WUTC, joined Jed & JR Mornings on WGOW 102.3 FM to wrap up the station’s fund drive. He thanked the show for supporting their “brothers and sisters down the street” at UTC’s NPR station, which had raised $112,000 of its $126,000 goal at the time. Bassett noted…