Proof Bar & Incubator

Proof Bar & Incubator Come explore with us at Proof, a bar and incubator, featuring some of Chattanooga's most creative food and beverage professionals.

We'll introduce you to craft cocktails, amazing flavors from talented chefs, and our city's tastiest emerging brands.

Another PROOF Food & Beverage Accelerator spotlight! This time, we’re celebrating 37 Cedar Restaurant in Cookeville, TN....
09/29/2026

Another PROOF Food & Beverage Accelerator spotlight! This time, we’re celebrating 37 Cedar Restaurant in Cookeville, TN.

Through the accelerator, the team took a closer look at their financial reporting and identified opportunities to strengthen their systems and gain a clearer picture of the business. Sometimes, growth starts with taking a step back and digging into the details.

We’re proud to support Tennessee’s food and beverage businesses as they build stronger foundations for what’s ahead.

We’re celebrating another PROOF Food & Beverage Accelerator graduate! Pit Stop Coffee Co. joined the 12-week accelerator...
09/28/2026

We’re celebrating another PROOF Food & Beverage Accelerator graduate!

Pit Stop Coffee Co. joined the 12-week accelerator during an important stage of growth to take a closer look at their business, think more strategically, and turn ideas into actionable next steps.

Through structured learning, expert sessions, and individualized coaching, the accelerator is designed to help Tennessee food and beverage entrepreneurs build stronger foundations and make informed decisions on what comes next.

Congratulations to Pit Stop Coffee Co. on completing the program and earning their PROOF certification! We’re proud to have them as part of the 2026 cohort.

Another PROOF Food & Beverage Accelerator graduate!We’re proud to celebrate Pasta di Mona in Cookeville as one of the bu...
09/25/2026

Another PROOF Food & Beverage Accelerator graduate!

We’re proud to celebrate Pasta di Mona in Cookeville as one of the businesses that completed the 2026 Statewide Food & Beverage Accelerator and earned their PROOF certification.

Over 12 weeks, participating businesses worked through practical coursework, expert-led sessions, and individualized support to strengthen their approach to business and plan for what comes next.

For Pasta di Mona, the experience brought valuable guidance, more intentional decision-making, and greater clarity around priorities and next steps.

Congratulations, Pasta di Mona! We’re excited to see where you take it from here.

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Dream of taking your small business to the next level? Does your neighbor or friend own a business that would really ben...
09/25/2026

Dream of taking your small business to the next level? Does your neighbor or friend own a business that would really benefit from grant money? has something for you!

TVFCU is thrilled to announce the 10th Idea Leap Grant Competition! To celebrate this milestone, we've increased the top prizes in each region to $50,000, and increased the total to $300,000 in grants to small business owners across our 17-county service area!

Go to to APPLY NOW! Applications close October 26th!

Another 2026 Food & Beverage Accelerator graduate to celebrate!Congratulations to Daily Design / The Loom in Munford, TN...
09/24/2026

Another 2026 Food & Beverage Accelerator graduate to celebrate!

Congratulations to Daily Design / The Loom in Munford, TN, on completing the accelerator and earning their PROOF certification!

Over 12 weeks, participants worked through hands-on learning, expert insights, and one-on-one support focused on strengthening the many moving parts of a food and beverage business.

For Daily Design / The Loom, the program offered a new perspective on food service operations and helped turn ideas into clearer, more actionable next steps.

We’re proud to recognize the work they put in throughout the program and excited to see where they take it from here.

Congratulations, Daily Design / The Loom!

Keep following along as we celebrate the businesses that completed the 2026 Food & Beverage Accelerator.

Looking for your small business peer network? Join Peer Learning Circles! Running a business can feel isolating, but you...
09/24/2026

Looking for your small business peer network? Join Peer Learning Circles! Running a business can feel isolating, but you don't have to figure everything out alone. The Small Business Resource Center and the Urban League of Greater Chattanooga are hosting Peer Learning Circles -- a free, 6-session cohort designed for owner-to-owner problem-solving and mutual support.

Who it’s for: Local owners in operation for 2+ years with 2+ employees (or plans to hire in 12 months) who want to troubleshoot business challenges alongside fellow owners.
When & Where: Bi-weekly on Wednesdays, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (Oct 7 – Dec 16) at 332 East M.L. King Blvd.
Details: Capped at 10 entrepreneurs max to keep discussions intimate and actionable.

Applications close Wednesday, September 30th! Link In Bio!

Another PROOF graduate to celebrate! We’re proud to recognize Fifth Coffee LLC in Harrison, TN, for completing the 2026 ...
09/23/2026

Another PROOF graduate to celebrate!

We’re proud to recognize Fifth Coffee LLC in Harrison, TN, for completing the 2026 Statewide Food & Beverage Accelerator and earning their PROOF certification!

Over 12 weeks, participants worked through structured learning, live instruction, expert sessions, and individualized coaching to build stronger, more sustainable businesses.

For Fifth Coffee, the accelerator provided valuable resources and support to help turn their passion into a more organized, intentional business, while building confidence for what comes next.

We’re excited to celebrate the work they put in throughout the program and the progress they have made.

Congratulations, Fifth Coffee! ☕️

Stay tuned as we continue celebrating our 2026 Food & Beverage Accelerator graduates!

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We’re celebrating another 2026 Statewide Food & Beverage Accelerator graduate!Congratulations to the Museum and Cultural...
09/22/2026

We’re celebrating another 2026 Statewide Food & Beverage Accelerator graduate!

Congratulations to the Museum and Cultural Center at Five Points in Cleveland, TN, on completing the 12-week accelerator and earning their PROOF certification!

Throughout the program, Tennessee food and beverage entrepreneurs worked through practical business topics, expert-led sessions, and individualized coaching to strengthen each business.

For the Museum and Cultural Center at Five Points, the accelerator provided an opportunity to take a closer look at pricing and profitability and put new strategies into practice.

We’re proud to celebrate their hard work and the progress they made throughout the program. Congratulations, Museum and Cultural Center at Five Points!

Keep following along as we celebrate the businesses that completed the 2026 accelerator!

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Peak season is coming, and now is the time to get your business ready. Join PROOF for The 2026 Holiday Playbook: How to ...
09/21/2026

Peak season is coming, and now is the time to get your business ready.

Join PROOF for The 2026 Holiday Playbook: How to Prepare for Peak Season Success THIS Wednesday, September 23.

We’ll cover practical strategies to help you prepare for the holiday rush, from planning ahead and managing increased demand to creating a strong experience for your customers and setting your business up for a successful season.

Wednesday, September 23
12:00 PM EDT
Zoom

Don’t wait until the holiday rush is here to start preparing. Register through the link in bio!

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We’re continuing to celebrate the 2026 Statewide Food & Beverage Accelerator graduates!Congratulations to Preserva Tradi...
09/18/2026

We’re continuing to celebrate the 2026 Statewide Food & Beverage Accelerator graduates!

Congratulations to Preserva Tradición in Cleveland, TN, on completing the 12-week accelerator and earning their PROOF certification!

Through structured learning, live sessions, expert guidance, and individualized coaching, our accelerator allowed Tennessee food and beverage entrepreneurs to dig into the day-to-day work of strengthening their businesses.

For Preserva Tradición, that included building confidence in their sales and marketing efforts and taking steps toward expanding how they represent and grow their business.

We’re proud to celebrate the progress they made throughout the program. Congratulations, Preserva Tradición!

More graduate spotlights coming soon as we celebrate all 12 businesses who completed the accelerator!

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422 E. Martin Luther King Boulevard Blvd
Chattanooga, TN
37403

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Thursday 5pm - 12am
Friday 5pm - 12am
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