Promised Land Ranch will host Built to Last, a free half-day leadership and growth seminar for growing organizations, on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in downtown Chattanooga. Sponsored by Pinnacle Financial Partners, the community event is open to anyone working in or leading a growing organization. Coffee and lunch are included. Registration is required: plranch.org/builttolast
“Promised Land Ranch is new to many people in the Chattanooga community, and we wanted to introduce ourselves by doing something useful. We’re committed to building relationships here. Creating a morning of learning and connection is a good place to start,” said Ali Meeks, Executive Director of Promised Land Ranch.
Built to Last offers practical conversations around leadership, communication, business, and navigating growth. Attendees will hear from speakers in law enforcement, media, and business through sessions and interactive Q&As, with time to meet others who are building and growing along the way.
Featured Speakers
- Gene Nelson — SWAT Team Commander, Chattanooga Police
- Mike Costa — Founder, Costa Media Advisors; Broadcast Executive
- Dr. Zachary Beck — COO, Fidelity Strategies, a growth and organizational advisory firm
- Dr. Ed Buckman — Detective Sergeant, UTC Police; CEO, Justified Coffee Company
Event Details
Event: Built to Last: A Leadership & Growth Seminar for Growing Organizations
Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Liberty Tower, downtown Chattanooga, TN
Cost: Free; coffee and lunch included
Register: plranch.org/builttolast (space is limited)
Registration is required and space is limited. To register, visit plranch.org/builttolast.
About Promised Land Ranch
Promised Land Ranch is a working ranch, a protected wilderness, and a place of restoration. Promised Land Ranch is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 85-3582881). Learn more at plranch.org.
