Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce
Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce C o m m u n i t y • C o m m e rc e • C o l l a b o r a t i o n
Business Connections 35th Annual Meeting Features SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey Presenting Sponsor
opening at 11:00 AM and the program beginning at 11:30AM. A limited number of tickets for $20 per person for Chamber investors ($30 for “Future” investors) and reserved Gold, Silver, Bronze and Corporate tables for 8 remain, so for
Gold Sponsor
Keynote Speaker
more information, or to make a reservation, please contact the Chamber at info@shelbychamber.org, by telephone at 663-4542 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org. * We will NOT hold a Community Luncheon in January. This luncheon is our first luncheon of 2016.
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The Chamber’s Annual Meeting, scheduled for Thursday, February 4* will celebrate the past year’s accomplishments under 2015 Chair Lisa McMahon’s leadership and kick-off the new year of programs and activities under 2016 Chamber Chair Paul Roger’s leadership. In addition, we’re pleased to have Shelby County resident and Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey joining us as our featured speaker. The event will be held at the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena with doors
Go & Grow Workshop: “I Can’t Hear You” Breaking through the clutter to get your message across to customers, employees and even business associates is a daily challenge. On February 2, the Chamber’s Go & Grow Workshop— presented by Business Telephones, Inc. and facilitated by Michael Smith of The Great, The Good and The Gone — will provide strategies and action steps to
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help you - and your company - be heard. Topics covered during this hands-on and interactive workshop include: How Do You Get People To Listen To You, What Messaging Works Today, Why Don’t My People -- Or Customers Respond To Me?
The workshop will be from 11:30AM until 2:00PM 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 ensure we have a proper headcount, please make reservations by
February 1 for this workshop by contacting Payton Thomas, the Chamber’s Manager of Business Development & Support via e-mail at payton@ shelbychamber.org, by calling 663-4542, ext. 106 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org. February 2016 | 53 Shelbychamber.org
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Having a Heart Attack?
Patients will sometimes deny they are having a heart attack (myocardial infarction) because they assume it is indigestion. Others may think they are “too healthy” to have a heart attack. Heart attack occurs when flow of blood to the heart is blocked. If blood flow isn’t restored quickly, a section of the heart muscle begins to die. The signs/symptoms you need to know: Chest pain, pressure, feeling of fullness/ squeezing sensation in the center of chest or left side of chest Pain which radiates to left
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High Cholesterol/ Triglycerides Overweight Family History Lack of Exercise Stress If you suspect you are having a heart attack, call 911. DO NOT drive yourself to the emergency department. arm, jaw, back, shoulder Shortness of breath Sweating Nausea/vomiting/ abdominal pain Unusual fatigue
Gray color Risk Factors: Age- men > 45; women > 55 Smoking Diabetes Hypertension
Article submitted by: Jinnie Lacey, RN HealthSouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital Rehabilitation Liaison
South Shelby & Greater Shelby Chambers Establish Collaborative Partnership The South Shelby Chamber of Commerce and Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce, both 501 (c) 6 organizations, announced a collaborative partnership following both organization’s approval in early December 2015. The two organizations will work together on a wide array of programs for their respective investors and communities. “We’re pleased to be able to collaborate with the South Shelby Chamber’s volunteer leadership, members and their staff 54 | ShelbyLiving.com Shelbychamber.org
by offering program collaboration through our Greater Shelby Chamber’s expanded program of work and providing additional opportunities for both organizations.” Greater Shelby Chamber 2015 Chair Lisa McMahon, Member with Warren, Averett, LLC, commented. “This collaboration — as well as the work we’re doing with the Calera and Montevallo chambers - really does follow suit with ShelbyOne, our five-year Strategic Plan, which calls for increased
collaboration to ensure quality employment, retain existing businesses, and ultimately continue moving all of Shelby County forward.” McMahon continued. “On behalf of the South Shelby Chamber’s Board of Directors, we believe this expanded partnership with the Greater Shelby Chamber will be extremely beneficial to our South Shelby Chamber members and communities. The increased opportunities our members will receive -- access to business information,
workshops, visibility countywide and — coupled with the opportunity to participate in the workforce development and public policy programs — will prove valuable and worthwhile for all businesses in the six communities we represent.” Daniel Holmes, Audience and Brand Development Director, with Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. and 2016 South Shelby Chamber Chair stated. “This is a win-win for everyone, and we’re excited about the future opportunities.” Holmes concluded.
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Celebrating Growth
2016 Ribbon Cutting Sponsor
Thank you Pelham Flowers by Desiree’ for providing the ribbon and bows for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies and Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone for providing a cake for the Ambassador of the Month.
Congratulations to the Shelby County College & Career Center (SCCCC) on its Ribbon Cutting on its four career/ technical programs: Robotics & Automated Manufacturing (RAM), Culinary Arts & Hospitality, Healthcare Science and Cosmetology. Principal Russ Coefield cut the ribbon along with Shelby County Superintendent Randy Fuller, Board Members and staff.
Congratulations to Gym Time Alabaster on its Grand Opening celebration. President Jonathan Fuller cut the celebratory ribbon and was joined in support by Alabaster Mayor Marty Handlon, City Officials, team members and Chamber Ambassadors.
The Chamber held its 18th Annual Prayer Breakfast co-sponsored by The Jimmie Hale Mission, Legacy Community Federal Credit Union and Shelby Baptist Medical Center. Attendees heard an inspirational message from keynote speaker Deputy Chief Christoper George with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office.
America’s First Federal Credit Union in Pelham hosted the recent CoffeeNet meeting. Thank you to our hosts (L-R) Branch Manager Mary Laughery, Specialist Niki Sutton and the branch team and to the 2015 CoffeeNet sponsor, Business Telephones, Inc.
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“NETWORK280” Offers Prime Opportunity for New Business Contacts Are you looking to expand your contacts on the 280 corridor? NETWORK280 can help you with that by providing businesses with an excellent opportunity to make them! The first NETWORK280 event, presented in 2016 by 280 Living, will be held on Tuesday, February 16
from 4:30PM until 6:00PM at event sponsor, Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe at The Village of Lee Branch (601 Doug Baker Boulevard, Birmingham, AL 35242). Bring plenty of cards and plan on meeting lots of new contacts at this event. The cost is $10 per person for Chamber investors and
$20 per person for “Future” investors and includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and two beverage tickets. Reservations are requested by February 12, so please contact the Chamber via email at info@shelbychamber. org, by phone at 663-4542 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org.
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Welcome New Investors (as of 11/3/2015-11/16/2015)
Business Interiors
Steven Glasgow
DB Appraisal Services, Inc.
2309 5th Avenue South
Phyllis Bolena
Farmers Insurance - Don Leipert Agency Inc. Greenhalgh Insurance Agency
Montevallo High School
Oak Mountain High School
Donald Beck
Shelby County High School
Barbara Snyder
South East Concrete, LLC
Lynn Johnson
John Rogers
Sweet HOMElife Real Estate TNT Seamless Gutters, Inc.
greenhalghinsurance.com Insurance Health Insurance Education - Schools
Birmingham
Education - Schools
101 Washington St
1500 Southlake Park, Ste 250
Alabaster
salonlegacygenbook.com
Bessemer
Birmingham
22630 Ironstone Cove
Education - Schools signsandgraphicsinc.com
Graphic Design
seccompany.com Concrete - Ready Mixed & Products
McCalla
Equipment Leasing & Financing Services
Birmingham
Mount Olive
42505 Highway 25, Ste B
Cosmetology Cleaning Services
Columbiana
460 Cahaba Park Circle
2722 Mount Olive Rd
Michele Edwards
Lighting
Birmingham southlakecapital.biz
Chad Hartsfield
Education - Schools
Birmingham
4211 Mountain Top Rd Birmingham
Tammy Watson
Insurance
Pelham
1111 Greenwood Crossings Ct
Rachel Garrett
Vincent Middle/High School
5640 Cahaba Valley Rd
516 Cahaba Park Circle
State Farm Insurance, Chad Hartsfield Agency
Birmingham
Montevallo
1209 1st Street North
Servicemaster by Don Beck
John Nekon
Appraisers
Birmingham
121 Wild Timber Pkwy
2016 Knollwood Place
Lorna Cameron
Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Business Furnishings
5476 Caldwell Mill Rd Birmingham shelbyed.k12.al.us
Jonathan Trawick
Southlake Capital
198 Narrows Dr, Ste 105
980 Oak Street
Debbi Horton
businteriors.com
Helena
P.O. Box 43384
Chase Webb
Kristi Sayers
Salon Legacy
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Don Leipert
Brandon Turner
Oak Mountain Elementary School
OHSEE, Inc
6033 Vale Hollow Road
Vicki Battan
Health Insurance Advisors of Alabama
Birmingham
chadhartsfield.com
Insurance
myagentrachel.com Real Estate - Residential
Home Improvements - Construction & Remodeling Vincent
Education - Schools
“Keeping It Real” Program Continues its Eye-Opening Experience for 9th Grade Shelby County Students! The Chamber’s Education Work Group is in its 3rd year of the “Keeping It Real” Program rotating throughout Shelby County Schools. This program teaches 9th grade students about “real world” life choices by giving them a random-assigned “life scenario” which includes marital/ family status, education, job and salary. The students then pay bills, make decisions on increasing education, adding a second
job, etc. based on the random-assigned scenario. Each year this program has been an eye-opening experience for the 9th graders and the volunteers that assist with the program. The Chamber is seeking volunteers on February 9 for Pelham High School, 2500 Panther Circle, Pelham and February 26 for Vincent High School, 42505 Highway 25, Vincent. Volunteers would manage
a station and assist the students as they make decisions “paying bills” and make “life choices” based their situation. If you or your colleagues, are interested in being a volunteer, please call Kelly Anderson, Manager, Workforce Development at 663-4542, ext. 104, or email kelly@shelbychamber.org. Volunteers would arrive at the schools as early as 7:30AM and the program
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would conclude by 3:00PM. Lunch will be provided for all volunteers. Sponsored by:
1301 County Services Drive Pelham, Alabama 35124 Office: (205) 663-4542 • Fax: (205) 663-4524 info@shelbychamber.org www.shelbychamber.org
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“Eggs & Issues” Breakfast with Congressman Gary Palmer
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Co-hosts:
floor to questions from those attending. This event, sponsored by AARP - Alabama, is co-hosted by the Calera, Greater Shelby, Montevallo and South Shelby chambers of commerce. The investment for a full breakfast is $15 per person for Chamber investors and
$25 for “Future” investors. ShelbyOne investors receive one complimentary registration. 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.
Join the Chamber for “CoffeeNet” at iBERIABANK in Pelham Be sure to mark your calendar for Tuesday, February 23 and join us at host sponsor iBERIABANK, 2695 Pelham Parkway, Pelham from 8:30AM until 9:30AM for CoffeeNet! The morning meeting is designed for members to enjoy networking, coffee, and light refreshments -- all before heading to the office. CoffeeNet events, presented by Cahaba Valley Computer Services, LLC, are a great way to make new business contacts so bring plenty of business cards. There is no cost to attend
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however reservations are requested by Monday, February 22 to assist in preparation.
Please contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542 or register online at www.shelbychamber.org.
YOUR CHAMBER AT WORK (November 14 - December 11, 2015)
Facebook: 42 New Likes, 310 Visits and 10,907 Post Reaches. Twitter: 2,450 Followers, 202 Tweets, 22,700 Tweet impressions, 169 Profile Visits and 16 Mentions. Responded to 98 requests for business & community information. Notarized 30 “Certificates of Origin” for Shelby County companies. February 2016 | 57 Shelbychamber.org
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On February 18, U.S. Congressman Gary Palmer will join us for an “Eggs & Issues” Breakfast event from 7:30AM-9:00AM at the Chelsea Community Center, 11101 Hwy. 47, Chelsea, AL 35043. Congressman Palmer, who serves on the: Oversight & Government Reform, Budget and Space, Science & Technology Congressional committees, and is the representative for Alabama, Georgia and South Carolina on the Republican Policy Committee will provide a Washington Update. Time permitting we will open the
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While no one has an actual Crystal Ball that predicts the future, on February 12 a panel of top-level executives from various business sectors in Shelby County (banking, real estate, healthcare, retail, small business, etc.) will provide their business outlook for Shelby County. This inaugural event, sponsored by the Birmingham Marriott Hotel, is co-hosted by the University of Montevallo and the Calera, Greater Shelby County, Montevallo and South Shelby chambers. Following the panel presentation,
Dr. Stephen Craft, Dean & Professor of Business, Michael E. Stephens College of Business, University of Montevallo, will provide an overview during lunch on what 2016 will look like for Shelby County. A limited number of tickets at $25 per person for Chamber investors ($50 for “Future” investors) are
available for this program. The panel presentation will begin at 9:30AM and the luncheon presentation will begin at 11:30AM. For more information, or to make a reservation, please contact Payton Thomas, the Chamber’s Director of Business Development & Support at payton@ shelbychamber.org, by
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telephone at 663-4542, ext. 105 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org.
Co-hosts:
If you are interested in discussing advertising opportunities contact Rhett at 669-3131 or email rhett.mccreight@shelbycountyreporter.com.
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Quarterly Industry Tour to be Held at Ovation Media February 23 Sponsored in 2016 by:
(as of 12/01/15)
Officers Paul Rogers NobleBank & Trust (Chair) Keith Brown Jefferson State Community College (Chair-elect)
Development There is no cost to tour the facility however reservations are requested by Friday, February 19 to assist in preparation. Participants will meet on-site. After touring the facility participants will be provided lunch. Register by contacting Payton Thomas, Manager, Business Development & Support at payton@ shelbychamber.org or 663-4542 ext. 105 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org/events.
Ambassador of the Month Congratulations to Phyllis Bolena for achieving Ambassador of the Month. Phyllis believes in building strong communities, enjoys volunteering with local nonprofits and helping individuals achieve their goals. Phyllis has over 26 years of Financial Banking experience, has been involved with The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce for over 17 years, Leadership Shelby County Alumni, Chair of the Shelby County YMCA Board for Strong Kid’s and Healthy Communities (Pelham), Leadership TeamMember of Beyond Business BNI Pelham Chapter and a Member of RiverPoint Church in Pelham. Phyllis resides in Helena with her husband Dale Bolena (of DB Appraisal Services). She enjoys playing golf with her husband, water skiing with family, extreme sports with her son, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.
Lisa McMahon Warren Averett, LLC (Immediate Past Chair) John Browning Cahaba Valley Computer Services (Vice Chair, Business Development & Support) Jim Purvis A. C. Legg, Inc. (Vice Chair, Communications & Marketing) Kathy Copeland White Rock Quarries – Vincent Hills (Vice Chair, Community & Workforce Development) David Platt Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama (Vice Chair, Finance & Administration) Joe Meads Sain Associates (Vice Chair, Governmental Affairs) Charlie Stevens Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. (Vice Chair, Investor Development)
Ambassador Program Sponsored in 2016 by:
Matthew Hogan (2016) Bama Budweiser Gregg Maercker (2016) First Commercial Bank - Retired Bill Connor (2017) America’s First Federal Credit Union Matt Fridy (2017) Wallace, Jordan, Ratliff & Brandt Chris Grace (2017) Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc. Katie McDowell (2017) Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. Michael Smith (2017) The GREAT, The GOOD and The GONE Craig Sorenson (2017) SouthWest Water Company Jeff Brown (2018) Brownstone Marketing Solutions William Carroll (2018) Armstrong Relocation Companies Alex Dudchock (2018) Shelby County Brian Massey (2018) St. Vincent’s Health System Bob Phillips (2018) Shelby Baptist Medical Center Ashley Robinett (2018) Alabama Power Company Tracey Morant Adams (*) Renasant Bank
Board of Directors Tim Benefield (2016) Buffalo Rock Company
Brandon Greve (*) Regions Bank
Linda Cencula (2016) Avadian Credit Union
Mark Griggs (*) Summer Classics
Steve Chapman (2016) Alabama Gas Corporation
Mark Meadows (*) Chick-fil-A @ Inverness
Bruce Fryer (2016) Lhoist North America
(*) Serving a one-year term in 2016
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The Chamber’s Exisiting Business & Industry Work Group is holding its first Quarterly Industry Tour, sponsored by Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc., from 11:30AM until 1:00PM on February 23 at Ovation Media, 2222 Highway 52, Helena. Ovation Media combines years of experience and creative energy to provide outstanding marketing solutions. They offer services such as: Graphic Arts and Design Marketing and Branding Merchandising Signs, Banners and Print Media Vehicle Graphics Web Design and
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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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Small Business Mentorship Appointments 8:00AM - 11:00AM By appointment. Contact Payton Thomas at 663-4542, ext. 105. 11:30AM - 2:00PM - Go & Grow Workshop “I Can’t Hear You” Presented by Michael Smith, The GREAT, the GOOD and The GONE 2016 Sponsor: Business Telephones, Inc. Reservations requested by February 1. Investment: No cost for workshop but lunch is available for $10 Investors, $20 “Future” Investors. 11:30AM - 1:00PM - Ambassadors Work Group 2016 Sponsor: NobleBank & Trust
4:00PM - 5:00PM - Small Business Work Group 2016 Sponsor: Brownstone Marketing Solutions
GSCC Community Luncheon “35th Annual Meeting” Doors open at 11:00AM. Program 11:30AM - 1:00PM. Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena Reservations requested by noon, Monday, February 1. Investment: Investors $20, “Future” Investors $30. South Shelby Chamber Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:00PM/Columbiana First Baptist Church, 208 North Main Street, Columbiana Investment: $12. Reservation required. Calera Chamber Monthly Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:00PM/Timberline Golf Club 300 Timberline Trail, Calera Investment: $12. No reservation required. 8:30AM - 9:30AM - Existing Business & Industry Work Group Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc., 3535 Grandview Pkwy, Ste 500, Birmingham 8:30AM - 9:30AM - Health Services Work Group Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr, Pelham
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9:30AM - 1:00PM - Shelby County Business Outlook Conference Sponsor: Birmingham Marriott Hotel Birmingham Marriott Hotel, 3590 Grandview Pkwy Reservations requested February 10. Investment: Investors $25, “Future” Investors $50. Entrepreneur Roundtable I 8:00AM - 10:00AM
8:30AM - 9:30AM - NETWORK280 2016 Sponsor: 280 Living Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe Lee Branch 601 Doug Baker Blvd., Suite 108 Reservations requested by February 12. Investment: $10 Investors, $20 “Future” Investors. Montevallo Chamber Monthly Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:30PM Parnell Memorial Library, 377 Park Dr, Montevallo Investment: $20. No reservation required. 7:30AM - 9:00PM - “Eggs & Issues” Breakfast w/ Congressman Gary Palmer Sponsor: AARP - Alabama Chelsea Community Center 11101 Hwy. 47, Chelsea Reservations requested by Monday, February 16. Investment: $15 investors, $25 “Future” investors. 8:30AM - 9:30AM - CoffeeNet 2016 Sponsor: Cahaba Valley Computer Services, LLC iBERIABANK, 2695 Pelham Parkway, Pelham No cost. Reservations requested by February 22. 11:30AM - 1:00PM - Quarterly Industry Tour 2016 Sponsor: Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc. Ovation Media, 2222 Highway 52, Helena No cost. Reservations requested by February 19. GSCC Community Luncheon Doors open at 11:00AM. Program 11:30AM - 1:00PM. Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena Reservations requested by noon, Monday, February 22. Investment: Investors $20, “Future” Investors $30. 8:30AM - 9:30AM - Governmental Affairs Work Group Sain Associates, Two Perimeter Park South, Ste 500 East, Birmingham