The Businessman Behind the Bar: What Matt Brock Gets Right About Criminal Defense Most people assume a successful law firm is built purely on legal talent. Matt Brock would tell you that is only half the equation. When he opened Best & Brock in Chattanooga, he was not walking in as a polished associate from … Read more

Jay Schaefer and Spectruss founder Sam Silvey recording the Spectruss Speakeasy podcast in Chattanooga, TN

What 30 Years in Tech Taught One Investor About Starting, Scaling, and Staying in the Game From Sun Microsystems to angel investing in the Southeast, Jay Schaefer has seen the startup world from just about every angle. He stopped by the Spectruss Speakeasy to talk about it all. His time at Sun during the early … Read more

Spectruss new website design showcasing services, team, and client work for local business growth.

Spectruss has rebuilt its website to make one thing clear: we’re not just another vendor. We’re a real partner for local businesses, offering transparent, growth-focused marketing solutions.

Running a dermatology clinic isn’t just about treating patients, it’s about building trust in seconds online. In our latest Spectruss Speakeasy episode, Dr. Emily Brewer, Founder and CEO of The DERM Center, shares how she built a thriving clinic in Chattanooga with a simple, patient-first model: no insurance, no red tape, just real results. From handling TikTok-fueled “diagnoses” to creating social media content that feels authentic (not cringe), Dr. Brewer opens up about the challenges of modern healthcare marketing and how partnering with Spectruss helped her brand cut through the noise.

The Van Halen Brand

Van Halen was more than a band; it was a BRAND. One that offered constant quality, volume, excitement, and attitude. Eddie Van Halen showed us what it takes to build a lasting brand, and many businesses today can learn from his example.