Black History Month serves as a season to honor the historical triumphs and struggles of notable Black Americans. TREND and the Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce are highlighting a handful of the diverse variety of African-American entrepreneurs and Black-owned businesses, both established and startup, operating throughout our community.
Chanda Chambers, Chambers Welding & Fabrication
Chanda Chambers, owner and president of Chambers Welding & Fabrication, founded the company with her husband in 2015. With 25 years of business and maker experience between them, their projects can range from stairway railings for residential properties to custom manufacturing jobs for commercial businesses.
In 2022 Chambers began offering classes for anyone interested in improving their welding skills, and to teach anyone who’s newly interested in learning how to weld. More than 300 students have completed the Chambers Welding & Fabrication courses to learn more about this specialty craft.
“I believe in opportunities. Opportunities got me to where I am today and, in turn, I want to give those opportunities to others who also have the drive and the will,” Chambers says.