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MARCH 2020 BUSINESS CONNECTIONS
2020 Montgomery Drive-In Scheduled For March 11 Newsletter
The Chamber’s 2020 Montgomery Drive-In will be held on March 11 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 the Business Council of Alabama. The cost for participants is $50 per person. For additional Chamber via e-mail at kirk@ information on this event, or shelbychamber.org or by to make a reservation, please phone at 205-419-3361. contact Kirk Mancer at the
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“Eggs & Issues” Breakfast with Congressman Gary Palmer On Thursday April 9, U.S. Congressman Gary Palmer will join us for an “Eggs & Issues” Breakfast event from 7:30AM9:00AM 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. This event is cohosted by the
Homewood, Hoover Area, Greater Irondale, Montevallo, Mountain Brook, Shelby County and Vestavia Hills chambers of commerce.
The investment for a full breakfast is $25 per person.. Registration is required, so please contact the Chamber via e-mail at info@shelbychamber. org, by phone at 205-663-4542 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org. ShelbyLiving.com 67 Shelbychamber.org
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CELEBRATING GROWTH Congratulations to the city of Columbiana on the grand opening of Taco Bell. The franchise was happy to re-open in the city.
We would like to welcome Tuffy Tire and Auto to the city of Pelham, AL! Located conveniently on Highway 31, stop by for all of your auto care needs.
Congratulations to The Rental Men on the grand opening of their facility in the city of Calera, AL. Look for their storefront as you drive by on Highway 31.
Looking for an easy place to stop for a quick fix? Beignets and Lattes in Helena, AL is the place for you. All of the fresh beignets and coffee that you can handle at a great price!
Congratulations to Birds and Burgers on their grand opening in Alabaster, AL. Fresh and fast really can go together and they definitely do at Birds and Burgers - open breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Legacy Community Federal Credit Union their relocated Meadowbrook/ Hoover branch in December off of Highway 280 in Hoover, AL. Stop by to see their all new branch concept.
We would like to welcome The Yak Shak to the city of Pelham, AL. If you are into outdoor/water activities you need to stop by!
Enterprise Holdings held the grand opening for their all new facility in December in the city of Hoover, AL. Congratulations on the grand opening!
Congratulations to the town of Harpersville on their continued growth. Burger King and Popeyeís opened their doors in December right off of Highway 280 on the town of Harpersville, AL
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Congratulations to Space Cadets on relocating to the Brookhighland Plaza off of Highway 280 in Hoover, AL. Stop by to see what all they have to offer.
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WORKING ON YOUR HEALTH:
Water Safety Tips Whether it is a day at the beach, boating, visiting a waterpark or going to a neighborhood pool party, do not let the good times distract your focus. Staying safe in, on and around the water is no accident— it takes knowledge and forethought. General Water Safety Tips
Alabaster Y started offering Safety Around Water program to all summer day camp participants. The Y served around 50 kids per week throughout the summer.
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STUDENT OUTCOMES The program builds upon individual skills to create two core skill sequences to help children be safe in and around GENERAL WATER SAFETY water: swim, float, swim and TIPS jump, push, turn, grab. Swim only in areas Swim, float, swim. In supervised by a lifeguard. receiving swim this skill sequence, children inexperienced swimmers should children Never swim alone. Read and obey all rules and stay in water less than chest instruction annually, and with swim a short distance on their deep). Young children should more than 2,600 locations in front, turn to their back to float, posted signs. Only swim in designated have an adult in the water with 10,000 communities, the Y is then turn to their front to them within arm’s reach at all one of the few organizations in continue swimming, if they are areas. the country positioned to bridge able. Children may choose to Do not mix alcohol with times. The more informed people the gap between the delivery of stay in a back float. Rolling onto boating, swimming or diving. Always wear a life jacket are, the more aware they will be swim lessons and water safety their back periodically allows of hazards as well as safe education in the United States. them to rest and breathe. The when boating. We can help kids and families sequence helps children stay It is important to apply practice. learn to be safe in and around afloat until someone arrives to general water safety practices help them or they are able to get water. whenever you and your family DROWNING IS to safety using the combined are in, on or around water. PREVENTABLE Nobody should ever swim alone. Through the Safety Around SAFETY AROUND WATER skills. Jump, push, turn, grab. Safety Around Water is for all Always swim with a buddy—a Water program, the Y helps person who helps another prevent drowning. Two children children, but it especially targets In this skill sequence, a child person follow the rules and who die every day as a result of underserved populations who jumps into the water, pushes off can get help in an emergency. drowning. Drowning is the are at higher risk for drowning the bottom, turns around to face Have young children or leading cause of death for than other populations. The the wall, grabs the wall, and inexperienced swimmers take children ages 1 to 4. It is the program teaches kids and their safely exits the pool. The simulates the extra precautions, such as second leading cause of death families water safety skills to sequence wearing a U.S. Coast Guard– for children ages 5 to 14. As an prevent drowning. It is typically experience children have if they are submerged in water approved life jacket, when organization dedicated to delivered in eight lessons. The Alabaster Y began unexpectedly. After learning the around the water. creating Designate a responsible safe spaces for all, the Y has an delivering this community- sequence, children have the individual as the person to watch opportunity to make a difference. based drowning prevention skills to get back to the side of over children whenever they are Research has shown that program by partnering with the the pool or to safety. in, on or around any body of participation in formal schools. Every school year water, even if a lifeguard is swimming instruction can around 430 second grade Megan Allen, Aquatics Director present. Set specific swimming prevent drowning. The Y is the students obtain water safety 117 Plaza Cir Alabaster, Al 35007 rules for each individual in a nation’s leading provider of knowledge at the Y. With the success of partnering 205.663.7240 family or a group based on community-based swim lessons. swimming ability (for example, With more than 1 million with the school system the mallen@ymcabham.org
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Congratulations – Co-Ambassadors of the Year for 2019 Congratulations to Vicki Everett, Juice Plus+ Franchise Owner, for earning Co-Ambassador of the Year. Vicki has been an Ambassador with the Chamber for more than 9 years and loves promoting Shelby County, the great county she lives and works in daily! She is a former teacher whose passion is educating and counseling children and adults about the role whole food nutrition plays in our health and our lifestyle. Juice Plus+ has been a daily part of Vickiís life for more than 20 healthy years and she feels ethically and professionally responsible to share it with others. Juice Plus+ is a 25 year old global business, reaching 20+ countries, and is the most thoroughly researched brand name whole food nutritional product in the world with 30+ studies published in peer reviewed medical journals. Juice Plus is not a vitamin. Most importantly, Juice Plus+ is 32 vine ripened vegetables, fruits,
berries and 2 grains picked fresh from THE FARM to CAPSULE or SOFT CHEW FORM. Additionally, THE TOWER GARDEN by JUICE PLUS, an aeroponic vertical gardening system for the patio or poolside, serves from THE TOWER to THE TABLE. Vicki is active in her community and throughout Shelby County with her church, professional and community organizations. Ultimately, Vicki’s passion is giving back to the community with her time and talents. For more information about Juice Plus+, call Vicki at 205-3325255 or visit vickieverett.juiceplus. com.
Congratulations to Mark Teachman on earning CoAmbassador of the Year for 2019 and Ambassador of the Month for January 2020. Mark worked for 42 years at AT&T, retired in 2016 and then received training in coaching, leadership and speaking by the John Maxwell Team. He started Mark Teachman Coaching in the Chicago area, then married and moved to Shelby County in 2018. Mark helps businesses and organizations develop and sustain
a high-level performance culture that leads to improved efficiency and effectiveness. This in turn leads to higher profits and improved morale for businesses and higher giving and improved morale for non-profits. He does this through leadership training and performance coaching. Contact Mark at 630-408-6275 or by web at www. JohnMaxwellGroup.com/ markteachman
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TSCC Board of Directors (as of 1/16/20)
OFFICERS Chamber Chair Ms. Kathy Copeland White Rock Quarries–Vincent Hills Chair-Elect Mr. Chris Grace Barge Design Solutions, Inc. Vice Chair, Business Development & Support Dr. Jay Crisman 280 Animal Medical Center Vice Chair, Communications & Marketing Ms. Carol Bruser University of Montevallo Vice Chair, Community & Career Development Mr. Daniel Listi Shelby Baptist Medical Center Vice Chair, Finance & Administration Mr. Bill Keller Renasant Bank Vice Chair, Governmental Affairs Mr. Brian Massey St. Vincent’s Health System Vice Chair, Investor Relations Ms. Alison Howell Steineker Alabama Power Company Vice Chair, Tourism & Recreation Mr. Alex Dudchock Shelby County Immediate Past Chair Mr. Bill Connor America’s First Federal Credit Union DIRECTORS Mr. John Collier Regions Bank Mr. Lee Dorrill Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Ms. Kelly Thrasher Fox Hand Arendall, Harrison, Sale LLC Mr. Kevin Morris America’s First Federal Credit Union Mr. Tim Benefield Buffalo Rock Company
Ms. April Harry Warren, Averett, LLC Keith Richards Taziki’s Mediterranean Café’ Mike Swinson Spire Alabama, Inc. Ms. Mechelle Wilder ARC Realty Mr. Paul Barber Valent Group Mr. Matthew Hogan Bama Budweiser of Shelby County Ms. Brittani Morris State Farm Insurance - Brittani Morris Agency Mr. Casey Morris McLeod Software Mr. Fred Smith Vulcan Termite & Pest Control Mr. Rux Bentley Rux Carter Insurance Mr. Keith Brown Jefferson State Community College Ms. Laura Clarke Synovus Bank Mr. Jeff Purvis A. C. Legg, Inc. Ms. Bridgette Jordan Smith City of Vincent Mr. Craig Sorensen SouthWest Water Company Mr. Daniel Holmes Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. Ms. Khiari McAlpin Vinehouse Nursery Ms. Diane Thomas PostNet of Chelsea (*) Serving a one-year term in 2019
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MARCH COMMUNITY LUNCHEON
An Economic Update from Shelby County’s 58INC.
Mark your calendars for an informative presentation on March 18 at the Chamber’s Community Luncheon. The Existing Business & Industry Work Group has invited Yvonne Murray, Managing Director of 58 INC. to provide attendees an in-depth view of how Shelby County’s economic entity is serving all of Shelby County, Alabama.
58 INC.’s purpose is to advance economic prosperity and business health through a collaborative partnership among stakeholders focused on targeted initiatives and business recruitment to assure a robust economy in Shelby County, Alabama. The primary focus is balanced job growth in the commercial, retail, and industrial sectors. The
organization serves as the lead for industrial, commercial, and retail recruitment, retention and workforce readiness initiatives within all of Shelby County, Alabama and its municipalities. The Community Luncheon will be held from 11:00AM 1:00PM on Wednesday, March 18 at the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena, 500 Amphitheater
Road, Pelham. The cost is $20 per person for Chamber investors and $30 per person for “Future” investors and includes a luncheon buffet. Reservations requested by noon on Monday, March 16 so please contact the Chamber at info@ shelbychamber.org, by telephone at 663-4542 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org.
Be sure to mark your calendar for Tuesday, March 24 and plan to join us at the Chelsea Community Center from 8:30AM until 9:30AM for Coffee with Tony Picklesimer, Mayor of Chelsea. The morning meeting, co-sponsored by Cahaba Valley Computer Services and Shelby
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County Reporter, is designed for
the community to 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, March 23 to assist in preparation. Please contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542 or register online at www.shelbychamber. org.
KEEPING IT REAL:
Volunteers Needed to Assist 9th Grade Students at “Keeping It Real” Program
The Chamber is seeking volunteers for Chelsea High School on March 20. This program teaches 9th grade students about “real world” life choices by having them choose a random “life scenario” which includes marital/family status, education, job and salary. They learn how fast money can be spent just on basic necessities. It’s been an eye opening experience for the past few
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years for the 9th graders and volunteers alike! Volunteers are asked to spend a half or whole day at the school. Volunteers would manage a station and assist 9th grade students as they “pay bills” and make “life choices”
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based on the randomly drawn life situations. If you or your colleagues, are interested in being a volunteer, please call Pari Barzegari at 205-6634542 ext. 106, email at pari@ shelbychamber.org or sign up
online at www.shelbychamber. org. Volunteers would arrive at the schools as early as 7:30AM and the program would conclude by 3:00PM. Lunch will be provided for all volunteers. ShelbyLiving.com 71 Shelbychamber.org
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Join the Chamber for Coffee with the Mayor of Chelsea
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Welcome New Investors (as of January 1, 2020 - January 31, 2020)
MEMBER NAME Helena Hardware A True Value Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Helena Dog House Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids Pita Mediterranean Street Food UAB Callahan Eye Hospital & Clinics
CITY Helena
Automobile Repair
Pelham
Pet Grooming ServicesPet Sitting Service
Helena
Beauty Salons
Birmingham
Restaurants
Columbiana
Eye Care, Health Care
Birmingham
Calera Orthodontics
Dental, Orthodontics
Calera
Grow V Landscapes
Irrigation, Land Management, Lawn Care Services, Lighting
Helena
Hammer & Stain Birmingham Maya Mexican Restaurant Alabaster Waste Corporation of Alabama -- WCA Compact2020
Art & Painting Classes Restaurants Construction, Industry Community/Service Organizations
Columbiana Alabaster Childersburg Pelham
Bella Blooms and Designs
Florists
Pelham
The Fresh Market - Inverness
Grocers
Birmingham
Donut Joe’s
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CATEGORIES Agriculture & Farming Supplies, Retail
Bakery, Beverage, Food
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 Holding “Ready to Shred” Recycling Day on April 17
GO & GROW WORKSHOP
How I turned by $350.00 Investment into $1,000,000 in Revenue On March 17, the Chamber’s Go & Grow Workshop will be an interactive workshop with a presentation on make the most of your Chamber investment with key points: How to build win, win, win relationships from your Chamber activities How to ust the Chamber events and programs to build your own business How to be very deliberate in how you use the Chamber to grow your clients, prospects
and the Chamber. The workshop, facilitated by the Chamber’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Michael Smith, will be from 11:30AM-1:00PM at the Chamber. There is no cost to attend, but lunch is available for $10 per person for Chamber investors ($20 for “Future” investors). To register: email info@ shelbychamber.org, call 6634542, or register online at shelbychamber.org.
Refrigerators Limit of 3-4 “Banker Boxes” of paper items Limit 3-4 lawn/leaf bags of acceptable recyclables Limit 3-4 medium plastic
storage bins of acceptable recyclables For more information on this event contact Pari Barzegari at 205-663-4542, ext. 106 or pari@ shelbychamber.org.
MONTHLY CHAMBER “CONNECTIONS LUNCHEON”
Speaker: Lemeshia Chambers, Shelby Baptist Brookwood Baptist Health Join us for the March Chamber Connections Luncheon, scheduled for March 5, 2020 featuring the Health Services Work GroupHealthy Living Expo from 11:30AM until 1:00PM at Old Mill Square- Grande Hall. The Luncheon will feature comments from Lemeshia Chambers of Brookwood
Baptist Health - Shelby. The event will be held on Thursday, March 5, Old Mill Square- Grande Hall, 105 West College Street Columbiana, AL 35051. RSVP requested to assist in preparation by noon, Tuesday, March 3, 2020 Admission: Investors $15 and future investors $25.
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The Shelby County 2020 PRESENTING SPONSOR Chamber’s Existing Business & Industry Work Group is holding its 5th Annual “Ready to Shred” Recycling Day from 9:00AM until 2:00PM on Friday, April 17. The event, Computers/Laptops presented by Gone For Good Cell Phones/PDAs Document & E-Waste DVD Players/VCR Solutions, (founded in 2006 Laptops by United Cerebral Palsy now Communications known as United Ability) Equipment encourages safe and secure Office Machines recycling of items, is being Printers hosted by the Pelham Civic Stereos Complex & Ice Arena, 500 Servers/Routers Amphitheater Road, Pelham. TVs and Monitors (FLAT The Work Group is planning SCREEN ONLY) to have an on-site mobile truck for document destruction, We are unable to accept: E-Waste recycling drop off Tubed TVs area. Below are items that are Tubed Computer Monitors acceptable E-Waste items: Batteries
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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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Network280 4:30PM-6:00PM Dreamland Bar-B-Que Career Readiness Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM The Shelby County Chamber
Ambassador Work Group 11:30AM - 1:00PM Small Business Work Group 4:00PM-5:00PM The Shelby County Chamber Chamber “Connections Luncheon” 11:30AM - 1:00PM Old Mill Square - Grande Hall Tourism and Recreation Work Group 9:00AM - 10:00AM Locations Vary Women’s Business Council Social 6:00PM - 8:00PM Pinspiration Existing Business and Industry Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM Iberia Bank of Pelham Montgomery Drive-In All Day Various locations thoughout Montgomery, AL Governmental Affairs Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM Sain Associates Health Services Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM The Shelby County Chamber
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Entrepreneur in Residence Coaching Appointments 8:00AM - 11:00AM The Shelby County Chamber Go and Grow Workshop 11:30AM - 1:00PM The Shelby County Chamber “Community Luncheon” 11:30AM - 1:00PM Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena AIDT Leadership Training II All Day The Shelby County Chamber
Keeping it Real 7:30AM - 3:00PM Chelsea High School Coffee with the Mayor of Chelsea 8:30AM - 9:30AM Chelsea Community Center
FOR INFORMATION ON CHAMBER WORK GROUPS AND HOW TO GET INVOLVED VISIT SHELBYCHAMBER.ORG OR EMAIL INFO@SHELBYCHAMBER.ORG
YOUR CHAMBER AT WORK (January 11, 2020 – February 15, 2020)
Responded to 47 requests for business & community information. Notarized 5 documents for Shelby County Companies. Facebook: 17 “new likes”, 402 “views”, 5,296 “post reaches” and 3,654 “total likes”. Twitter: 62 “tweets”, 9,152 “tweet impressions”, 27 “profile visits”, 9 “mentions” 3,084 “followers”, Instagram: 1,225 “posts”, 1,099 “followers”. LinkedIn: 426 “followers”