Economic Development
Welcome to Cleveland and Bradley County, TN
Bradley County’s strategic investments in infrastructure, workforce development, and industry-specific incentives have positioned it as a successful hub for manufacturing and economic activity in Southeast Tennessee. With new job creation, award winning schools, and a commitment to success, the Cleveland/Bradley County community continues to lead in economic prosperity. Ranked 3rd best city in TN to live in by USA Today, our community isn’t just great for business, but it’s an ideal place for families, too. Explore what we have to offer and see why so many businesses (and families) have chosen to call Cleveland and Bradley County home.
1.25%
Increase In Labor Force (22-23)
3rd
BEST CITY TO LIVE IN TENNESSEE
10
FORTUNE COMPANIES
$5.73B
Bradley County GDP
3.5%
Unemployment
Sources: JobsEQ, USA Today, TN Dept of Workforce & Labor, Fortune
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Announcements & Updates
Read about the latest happenings at The Chamber
Leadership Cleveland Announces Largest Class in Program History
The Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2026–27 class of Leadership Cleveland, featuring 26 local professionals selected for the Chamber’s premier community leadership development program. The 2026–27 class is the largest in the program’s...
Henderson Named as Director of Economic Development
The Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of Christina Henderson as its new Director of Economic Development, a newly formed position within the Chamber’s Economic Development Department. In this role, Henderson will work alongside...
Youth Leadership Cleveland Announces 2026-2027 Class
Following a highly competitive selection process, 26 students representing Bradley Central, Cleveland, and Walker Valley high schools, and Tennessee Christian Preparatory School, have been selected for the Cleveland/Bradley...