“It has been a blessing everyday to be able to say at the end of the day, ‘We made a difference today.’”
That was one of Deb Socia’s takeaways from her tenure as president and CEO of The Enterprise Center. Every day she was able to say the work of The Enterprise Center and its statewide programs were making a difference.
Colleagues, city and organizational leaders, family and friends shared stories with Deb during her retirement celebration on Wednesday, Oct. 25. Floor Five was decked out in Deb’s favorite color—orange—and decorated with vibrant flowers.
A City Proclamation for Deb
City of Chattanooga Chief of Staff Jermaine Freeman commended Deb for her commitment to serving the community with a city proclamation.
Deb served the community generously as President and CEO of The Enterprise Center since 2019 to the benefit of thousands of Chattanooga residents and their futures.
During her leadership, she grew the nonprofit organization from a modest staff to a team of more than 30 full-time employees and over $7M in diversified annual revenue for positive, impactful work in our community.
In her service to The Enterprise Center and her prior work as the Executive Director for Next Century Cities, she expanded Chattanooga’s leadership in digital equity to serve Tennesseans statewide, and guide other communities across the nation.
As an expert and advocate in inclusive business practices, she led The Enterprise Center’s team to attract national recognition for its dedication to equity, justice, and advocacy for underserved populations in Chattanooga and beyond.
Deb Socia and her husband, Bob, have opened their family and home to Chattanoogans in need, going wherever they were needed, and continuing to selflessly serve the community.
The Deb Socia Connectivity Fund
In honor of Deb’s retirement, The Enterprise Center team members and board established the Deb Socia Connectivity Fund to acknowledge the lasting impact she has made in the community.
A scholarship in Deb’s name is a beneficial way for her inspirational work to continue. Consider a contribution to the fund at the link below.
