LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Welcome to Discover Gardendale, the inaugural yearly magazine our Chamber of Commerce. We hope you will find it useful in navigating the Gardendale community and learning about all of the amazing things it has to offer to those who live, work and play here.

I serve as the Executive Director of the Chamber where I have the very easy task of bragging on our amazing chamber members on a daily basis. The Chamber is active and intentional in promoting our members and showcasing the goods and services they offer, and we are always looking for new, creative ways to do this. I can frequently be seen out in the community on my little yellow bicycle (Gardenia) visiting our members and learning ways we can further assist our members and community.

One initiative we are very excited about is a new workforce development program we are launching in 2023. After meeting with employers, we determined the best way we could help with workforce issues is to train the next generation of employees. With this in mind, I will be teaching a life skills class to 8th graders as well as high school homeschoolers in our community in the fall. This class will cover budgeting, healthy eating, conflict resolution, managing emotions, and so much more. Students will also get a chance to meet with Chamber members in various industries to learn about and explore various career options.

We are so glad that you have chosen to be in Gardendale, and if there is anything we can do for you at your Chamber, please do not hesitate to reach out to me (or flag me down on my bike).

JOIN THE CHAMBER!

Heather Lebischak Executive Director, Gardendale Chamber of Commerce info@gardendalechamber.com

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631-9195

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Originally from Sumiton, Alabama, Dr. Kent Glover earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Samford University in 2012. Dr. Glover went on to complete his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University in Atlanta in 2016, graduating with honors. After practicing in Gardendale for six years within a group setting, he decided to branch out on his own. In spring of 2023 Dr. Glover purchased his practice from Dr. Scott Wood, who served the north Jefferson community for more than twenty years.

Dr. Glover has certifications in physiotherapeutics, activator technique, and dry needling. He is also a certified medical examiner for the Department of Transportation. Using a problemcentered approach, Dr. Glover ensures he is addressing the current needs of his patients in the most ethical and moral way possible. Providing quality, evidencebased care and education to his patients is his top priority.

In his free time, he loves to spend his days with his wife, Kayla, his son, Samuel, and their ten year old golden retriever, George. In addition to being a jazz musician and disc golfer, he and his wife are self-proclaimed “foodies” and love to travel the world. He hopes to continue to serve the Gardendale and north Jefferson areas and is excited to be a part of the growth Gardendale continues to see.