Shelby County Chamber of Commerce
APRIL 2019 BUSINESS CONNECTIONS
The Shelby County Chamber is pleased to announce its 6th Annual Student and Educator of the Year recognition program. Educators play a vital role in the lives of Shelby County children, impact our communities every day and help develop the workforce which our Shelby County businesses and organizations will need in the years ahead. As such, the Chamber uses this recognition program to celebrate excellence in the teaching profession and inform our community of the exceptional quality of instruction delivered
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throughout Shelby County. All nominees will be recognized and two recipients (elementary and secondary educator) will receive a one-time financial investment to assist their continuing development. Shelby County students are our potential business and community leaders and will comprise a significant portion of our workforce in the future. As such, the Chamber is offering this recognition
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which is presented by America’s First Federal Credit Union. All Students and Educators were nominated by their principal. The luncheon will be held program to celebrate student from 11:00AM until 1:00PM excellence in the classroom on April 24 at the Pelham throughout Shelby County. All Civic Complex & Ice Arena, nominees will be recognized 500 Amphitheater Road, and two recipients (college Pelham. Investment is $20 track and career track student) investors, $30 “Future” will receive a one-time investors. Reservations financial investment to assist requested by noon Monday, their continuing development. April 22. Register by calling The Chamber will recognize the Chamber at 663-4542, all of nominations and email info@shelbychamber. announce the recipients at the org or register online at www. April 24 community luncheon shelbychamber.org.
Chamber’s Connections Luncheon set for April 4, will feature comments from ED of Arts Council
The Chamber’s Connections Luncheon, scheduled for April 4 is hosted by the Chamber’s Tourism and Recreation Work comments from Bruce Andrews, Group and will feature Executive Director of the Shelby
County Arts Council. Bruce will share about programs offered by the Arts Council and provide an update on the Old Mill Square project. Make plans to
attend on April 4 from 11:30AM until 1:00PM at First Baptist Church of Columbiana. RSVPs are requested by April 2 to assist in preparation. ShelbyLiving.com 1 Shelbychamber.org
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Chamber’s April Community Luncheon “Annual Student & Educator of the Year” April 24
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April 30 Webinar - Four Marketing Truths You Need to Know
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There are many choices in marketing. Making the right ones will help you, but making the wrong ones are costly. On Tuesday, April 30 join Jeff Brown of Brownstone Marketing Solutions as he presents a webinar focused on Four Marketing Truths You Need to Know. If you are getting started in business, or need a refresher in marketing this opportunity is for you. Sponsored by the Small Business Work Group, this webinar is the first of several planned for 2019.
About the Presenter: Jeff Brown is the founder of Brownstone Marketing Solutions. His firm provides full service marketing for companies in a variety of industries and markets. Prior to founding Brownstone Marketing Solutions ten years
“Eggs & Issues” Breakfast with Congressman Gary Palmer
On Wednesday April 16, U.S. Congressman Gary Palmer will join us for an “Eggs & Issues” Breakfast event from 7:30AM-9:00AM at Birmingham Marriott Hotel, 3590 Grandview Parkway. Congressman Palmer will provide a Washington Update. Time permitting we will open the floor to questions from those attending.
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The investment for a full breakfast is $20 per person.. Registration is required, so please contact the Chamber via e-mail at info@ shelbychamber.org, by phone at 663-4542 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org.
ago, Jeff worked for a Big 4 Accounting Firm as well as several Global Fortune 500 companies. About the Sponsor: The Small Business Work Group was established to promote the economic success of small business through a variety of
Join the Chamber for Coffee with the Mayor of Vincent
Be sure to mark your calendar for Wednesday, April 10 and plan to join us at the Vincent City Hall from 8:30AM until 9:30AM for coffe with Ray McAlister, Mayor of Vincent. The morning meeting, presented by Shelby County Commissioner Kevin Morris and co-sponsored by Shelby County Reporter, is designed for the community to
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events, seminars and workshops. The Group is also responsible for organizing the annual Business Outlook Conference and Small Business of the Year Awards. The members typically meet on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 4:00 P.M. at The Shelby County Chamber Office in Pelham for planning and discussion.
enjoy networking, coffee and a city update -- all before heading to the office. There is no cost to attend however reservations are requested by noon on Monday, April 8 to assist in preparation. Please contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542 or register online at www.shelbychamber. org. Co-Sponsor
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Is Your Organization Taking Full Advantage of Your Chamber Investor Benefits?
Yes, there truly is such a thing as a “Free Lunch” – especially on April 23! We encourage you to join your fellow investors and Chamber staff for some business networking and to learn how to
maximize your investment. Whether your firm is a new -or long-time investor - you’ll want to make plans to join us from 11:30AM-1:00PM at the Chelsea Community Center, 11101 Highway 47, Chelsea to
make sure you and your colleagues are taking full advantage of your annual investment. A complimentary lunch will be available for all attendees. Reservations are requested -
and space is limited - so please contact the Chamber via e-mail at info@shelbychamber.org, by phone at 663-4542 or register online at shelbychamber.org, by no later than April 19 to reserve your place.
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2019 Montgomery Drive-In Scheduled For April 2
The Chamber’s 2019 Montgomery Drive-In will be held on April 2 at various locations in our state capitol. The program includes: transportation to and from Montgomery, a luncheon with our Shelby County Legislative Delegation, presentations from various Alabama state departmental heads and agency directors and a legislative reception in conjunction with 4 January/February 2019 Shelbychamber.org
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the Business Council of Alabama. The cost for participants is $50. For additional information on this event, or to make a reservation, please contact Kirk Mancer at the Chamber via e-mail at kirk@shelbychamber. org or by phone at 419-3361.
TSCC Board of Directors (as of 3/26/2019)
OFFICERS Chamber Chair Mr. Bill Connor America’s First Federal Credit Union Chair-Elect Ms. Kathy Copeland White Rock Quarries–Vincent Hills Vice Chair, Business Development & Support Dr. Jay Crisman 280 Animal Medical Center Vice Chair, Communications & Marketing Ms. Katie McDowell Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. Vice Chair, Community & Career Development Ms. Carol Bruser University of Montevallo Vice Chair, Finance & Administration Mr. Chris Grace Barge Design Solutions, Inc. Vice Chair, Governmental Affairs Mr. Brian Massey St. Vincent’s Health System Vice Chair, Investor Relations Ms. Alison Howell Steineker Alabama Power Company
Mr. Bruce King Lhoist North America Mr. Daniel Listi Shelby Baptist Medical Center Mr. Kevin Morris America’s First Federal Credit Union Mr. Carl Orso Renasant Bank Mr. Mitt Schroeder Central State Bank Mr. Tim Benefield Buffalo Rock Company Ms. April Harry Warren, Averett, LLC Mr. Jeff McDowell McDowell Security Services, LLC Mr. Keith Richards Taziki’s Mediterranean Café’ Mike Swinson Spire Alabama, Inc. Ms. Mechelle Wilder ARC Realty Mr. Paul Barber S. S. Nesbitt and Company
Vice Chair, Tourism & Recreation Mr. Alex Dudchock Shelby County
Mr. Matthew Hogan Bama Budweiser of Shelby County
Immediate Past Chairs Ms. Jacqueline Gardner St. Vincent’s One Nineteen
Ms. Brittani Morris State Farm Insurance - Brittani Morris Agency
Mr. Joe Meads Sain Associates
Mr. Casey Morris Ground Up Coffee & Smoothies in Snider’s Pharmacy
DIRECTORS Mr. Shane Armstrong Premier Healthcare Mr. Cris Cano Alabama Power Company Mr. Stephen Dawkins Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. Jay Dennis Regions Bank Mr. Lee Dorrill Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Ms. Kelly Thrasher Fox Hand Arendall, Harrison, Sale LLC Mr. Charles Hall Grandview Medical Center Ms. Leisha Harris Grandview Medical Center Mr. Bill Keller Renasant Bank
Mr. Fred Smith Vulcan Termite & Pest Control Dr. Scott Coefield (*) Superintendent Pelham City Schools Ms. Bridgette Jordan Smith (*) Council Member, District 2 City of Vincent Ms. Debbie Parrott (*) Vice President / Branch Manager iBERIA Bank Mr. Jeff Purvis (*) Director of Operations A. C. Legg, Inc. Ms. Diane Thomas (*) Owner / Operator PostNet of Chelsea
(*) Serving a one-year term in 2019
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Welcome New Investors (as of 1-29-19 to 3-8-19) Member Name Brenda Rayburn - Keller Williams The Madonias - Keller Williams O'Reilly Auto Parts Helena StoneCreek Dental Care The UPS Store Chelsea Aaron's of Pelham AccuStaff / e-staff Veterinary Specialists Of Birmingham Walk - On's Bistreaux & Bar THE LIV-N-ROOM Alsana Eating Disorder Clinic Business Colors, LLC Pump It Up Kassouf & Co.
Categories Real Estate Real Estate Automotive Retail Dental "Mail Service\Printing Services" Retail "Employment - Agencies & Services/Staffing" Veterinarian Restaurants
City Birmingham Birmingham Helena Alabaster Chelsea Pelham Birmingham Birmingham Hoover
Antiques & Interiors Administrative Services "Advertising Specialties/Commercial Embroidery/Printing Services" "Entertainment/Event/Event & Meeting Space/Event Planning/Recreation" "Accounting/Consulting/Health Care"
Chelsea Birmingham Alabaster Pelham Birmingham
For a complete listing of all current Chamber investors please visit our Online Business Directory at business.shelbychamber.org/list.
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CHAMBER Events
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Read more details or register for events online at www.shelbychamber.org or the Chamber office 663-4542. Unless otherwise noted events listed will be held at 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham 35124. CANCELLATION POLICY REMINDER: Cancellation for a paying event must be made TWO days prior to the event.
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Montgomery Drive In All Day
Career Readiness Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM - Locations Vary
Ambassadors Work Group 11:30AM - 1:00PM - Chelsea Community Center 11101 Hwy 47, Chelsea, AL Small Business Work Group 4:00PM - 5:00PM - The Shelby County Chamber 1301 County Services Drive, Pelham, AL 35124 Chamber Connections Luncheon 208 North Main Street, Columbiana, AL 35051 Investment: $15 and $25 for “Future investors”. Reservations Appreciated to assist in preparation. Tourism & Recreation Work Group 9:00AM - 10:00AM - Locations Vary.
Coffee with the Mayor of Vincent Vincent City Hall
Existing Business & Industry Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM iBERIABANK, 2695 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham Entrepreneur Roundtable 7:30AM - 8:30PM
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Governmental Affairs Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM - Sain Associates, Two Perimeter Park South, Ste 500 East, Birmingham Health Services Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM
Eggs and Issues Breakfast 7:30AM - 9:00AM - Birmingham Marriott Hotel
Montevallo Chamber Monthly Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:30PM Parnell Memorial Library, 377 Park Dr, Montevallo Investment: $12. No reservation required. Investor Reception 11:30AM - 1:00PM - Chelsea Community Center 11101 Hwy 47, Chelsea, AL Community Luncheon Doors open at 11:00AM. Program 11:30AM - 1:00PM. Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham Reservations requested by noon, Monday, April 22. Investment: $20 investors, $30 “Future” investors. Go and Grow Workshop 11:30AM - 1:00PM - The Shelby County Chamber 1301 County Services Drive, Pelham, AL Small Business Webinar 9:30AM - 10:30AM