Sunday, March 4, 2012

Former linebacker heads up Chattanooga, Tenn., technology council.

Byline: Bob Gary Jr.

Dec. 23--T.J. Gentle has gone from attacking quarterbacks to being a quarterback of sorts.

As president and CEO of the Chattanooga Technology Council, the former Middle Tennessee State University defensive end/linebacker tries to marry high-tech companies to the capital and counsel those businesses need to grow.

"Certain of our members, such as Tricycle and Smart Furniture, have progressed from concept to viable, large-growth companies," said Mr. Gentle, an associate attorney at the Miller & Martin law firm.

"The council isn't responsible for those successes, but we've had a hand in helping people align the interests …

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