As we enter the season of Thanksgiving, our team at Riverworks is taking a moment to reflect on the things that make our work meaningful. After all, our work is not just about marketing but about the connections we build, the creativity we get to share, and the community we help thrive. Here’s what we’re grateful for this year:

Our City: Chattanooga Roots, National Reach

Riverworks was founded in 2006 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and we’re proud to still call it home. Over the past 18 years, we’ve had the privilege of seeing our community grow, and being a small part of its evolution has been truly special. Our team of 16 locals lives and breathes Chattanooga’s spirit – from the iconic bridges to the collaborative and welcoming culture that defines our city.

Chattanooga has shaped who we are as a company. It’s here that we’ve built a responsive, skilled team ready to meet challenges with creativity and determination. We know our city’s values well: hard work, honesty, and a commitment to bettering the community. This is more than just where we work; it’s the community we invest in and give back to whenever we can.

Our Clients: Partnerships Across the Nation

We’re fortunate to work with clients from various industries, from hospitality and foodservice to education and entertainment, all the way to manufacturing and agriculture. Riverworks has been a part of helping over 700 businesses grow, and every new client reminds us of how lucky we are to work with such inspiring people and brands. This year alone, we’ve taken on several new projects with clients across the United States, diving into new industries and learning fresh insights along the way.

Each client brings something unique to the table, and we appreciate every opportunity to help them succeed. It’s an honor to be part of their stories, and we approach every project with excitement, knowing that their success fuels our own.

Our Core Values: The Heart of Riverworks

Our core values – Commitment, Gratitude, Creativity, Growth, Fun, Integrity, Positivity, and Initiative – are woven into everything we do. They aren’t just words on a wall; they’re principles that guide us. In 2024, we’ve seen these values come to life in big and small ways. Whether it’s taking on ambitious new projects, adapting to new technologies, or simply supporting each other during challenging times, our team embodies these values.

We believe that gratitude, in particular, is powerful. When we show appreciation for each other and for the work we do, it creates a positive energy that radiates throughout our company. This gratitude fuels our creativity, inspires our growth, and makes every day a little bit better.

Our Events: Moments that Bring Us Together

This year, we had some memorable moments as a team, with a healthy dose of fun mixed in! In March, we celebrated several employees’ anniversaries in a quirky “2-4-6-8 Who Do We Appreciate” themed party. Summer brought a company field day complete with relay races and water balloon fights – a day filled with laughs and friendly competition. Our Oktoberfest celebration was a seasonal highlight, featuring a pumpkin carving contest and a chance to unwind over good food and drinks.

As we head toward the end of the year, we’re looking forward to our December holiday party, where we’ll share superlatives and celebrate each team member’s contributions with well-deserved trophies. These events remind us of how much we enjoy each other’s company and bring us even closer as a team.

Our Services: Creating and Building Every Day

Riverworks is a full-service marketing agency, and we’re grateful for the diversity of work we get to do. From developing brand strategies to creating websites, designing visuals, managing social media, and optimizing for search engines, our team is always tackling new and exciting projects. This year, we’ve expanded our services to help clients with even more cutting-edge solutions, always staying ahead of the curve to meet their needs.

Every project we take on is a chance to learn, to grow, and to help our clients achieve their goals. We’re proud of the work we do and the measurable results we bring to our clients, whether they’re a small business in Chattanooga or a national brand.

What Our Team is Grateful For

Nothing brings more warmth to our work than the people we get to work alongside every day. Here’s what some of our team members are grateful for in 2024:

• “I’m truly thankful to have such amazing clients who partner with us and a talented, dedicated team that genuinely cares about each client’s success.” – Jackie Errico, Owner
• “I’m grateful for the chance to work alongside talented people who bring positivity and passion to everything we do.” – Jake Adams, Search Specialist
• “I’m grateful for this amazing team of human beings I get to work with every day. And for Steve & Jackie for creating the company that brought us all together.” – Jess Kilts, Art Director & Designer
• “I’m grateful for a good work-life balance and for the time I got to spend working from home with my senior dog.” – Amanda Sprague, Graphic Designer
• “I’m grateful for the opportunity to express my creativity every day.” – Cory Horne, Social Media Specialist
• “I’m thankful for Julisa and the support and contributions she offers to the Web Development team.” – Blake Jones, Director of Web Development

This November, we’re taking a moment to say “thank you” – to our city, our clients, our team, and to every opportunity we’ve had to grow, create, and make an impact. We can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store and to keep building connections that make every day a little more meaningful. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Riverworks!