Projects & Impact
At Spark the Firm, we don’t just consult—we create meaningful, measurable change at both the individual and organizational level.
Impact in Speaking
Tamara Steward is a dynamic and engaging speaker who blends strategy, leadership, and real-world insights to captivate audiences. With her signature mix of humor, candor, and expertise, she challenges conventional thinking and inspires action. Whether delivering a keynote, moderating a panel, or leading a workshop, Tamara brings clarity, energy, and actionable takeaways that empower organizations and individuals to thrive.
Words from the Audience
“Tamara exemplifies color, depth, and range of vitality. She encourages and demonstrates the tactics you need to employ to live a life of gratitude, connection, curiosity, and courage. If you need a speaker or consultant. I highly recommend you give her a call.”
— Donley Ferguson, City to Inspire LLC
“I wanted to extend a thank you for your engaging presentation to the White House (TN) group yesterday. Your insights were both thought-provoking and motivating for our team, especially as we look ahead to implementing new practices. Our president had previously attended one of your events and was so impressed that he encouraged us all to see you speak. We are genuinely grateful for the opportunity and thrilled we did. We will certainly be keeping an eye out for your future events in the area.”
— Berkley Hiett, Tate Ornamental, Inc.
Featured Projects
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AI-Powered Neighborhood Mobility Zones Project
Tamara and her team at Spark the Firm are guiding the community engagement strategy for AI Powered Autonomy Aware Neighborhood Mobility Zones: Equitable Solutions and Business Models for Revamping Transportation, a $7.07 million federally funded mobility initiative based in Chattanooga. As a subcontractor on this project, Spark the Firm is responsible for designing and executing outreach strategies that ensure residents, riders, and neighborhood stakeholders are meaningfully engaged throughout the process.
The project is led by the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) in partnership with Vanderbilt University, Cornell University, and Penn State University.
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Upcoming Public Events
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CTNC25: Reclaiming My Time
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
1651 South Holtzclaw Avenue #Suite 201 Chattanooga, TN 37404
Feeling stretched thin and ready to take back control?
I’m honored to be a keynote speaker for Changing the Narrative Conference 2025: Reclaiming My Time. This event is for women ready to reset their priorities, focus their energy, and step into their power.
Join us for a day of inspiration and intentional action as we set new standards in life, leadership, and legacy.