CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — You’re never too young to network.

That’s what some Hamilton County middle and high school students are doing with local companies, as they “Get Future Ready.”

It’s one way they’re driving our economy forward.

“The Chamber’s involvement with ‘Get Future Ready’ is really focused on what we’re hearing from our employers right now,” said Christina Henderson, Director of Development, Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce. “What we’re hearing is that there is a talent and workforce shortage.”

Henderson says they’re encouraging employers to get involved with schools early to prepare students for when they enter the workforce.

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