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Business Connections Annual Safety Awards Scheduled for September Community Luncheon 2016 Awards Sponsor:
communities a safe place to live, work, and play. Notice: This luncheon will be held on Tuesday, September 27 at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena, 500 Amphitheater Drive, Pelham. Reservations requested by noon on Friday, September 23. Investment: Chamber investors $20,
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Join us on September 27 for the “Annual Safety Awards” Community Luncheon, presented by Alabama Power, as we honor public safety officials from throughout Shelby County. Each year we are privileged to recognize individuals who have demonstrated outstanding excellence in public safety by presenting them with an award sponsored in 2016 by A.C. Legg, Inc. This is a time when we can personally give thanks to the fire, police and sheriff personnel, and honor them for the outstanding service and sacrifices they make each day in keeping our respective
“Future” investors $30. Register online at www.shelbychamber.org or call the Chamber office at 663-4542.
Golf “FORE!” Education Scramble Set for September 30 It’s time to get in the game! The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s 27th Annual Golf “FORE!” Education Tournament, presented in 2016 by HealthSouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital, is just around the corner on September 30 at Timberline Golf Club. This year’s tournament will once again help fund the Chamber’s
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vital education and workforce development programs in the coming year. These include: “Keeping It Real”, Student Career Awareness Fair, Student and Educator of the Year and Communication Matters.
Sponsorships and teams are already being sold. If your organization is interested in having a team, player or participating through the various sponsorships that are available, please contact the Chamber at 663-4542 or visit www.shelbychamber.org for more details.
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Volunteers Needed for 2016 Student Career Awareness Fair September 12 & 13
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The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its 2nd annual Student Career Awareness Fair for Shelby County 10th grade students on September 12-13 at the Shelby County Exhibition Center in Columbiana. We are seeking volunteers in the career fields listed at right. In addition to learning about the types of careers available to them, students will also hear about the educational requirements for
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Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Architecture & Construction Arts, AV Technology & Communication Business Management & Administration Education & Training Finance Government & Public Administration Health Science those careers, what type of salaries they can expect in
Hospitality & Tourism Human Services Information Technology Law, Public Safety, Corrections, Security Manufacturing Marketing Science, Technology, Engineering, Math Transportation, Distribution, Logistics
that career and helpful tips on what they can be doing
right now to better prepare themselves to be successful in their pursuit of that career. If you or someone in your business would like to volunteer please contact Keyla Handley at 663-4542 ext. 106 or keyla@ shelbychamber.org for more information. The day would begin at 8:00AM and conclude at approximately 3:00PM. We are asking volunteers to spend 1/2 to one day at the event. Lunch will be provided for all volunteers.
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Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 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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Eclipse Coffee & Books in Montevallo was the host for the recent CoffeeNet event. Presented in 2016 by Cahaba Valley Computer Services, LLC, CoffeeNet events are designed for investors to network before heading to the office.
The Quarterly Industry Tour, sponsored in 2016 by Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc., was held at the National Carbon Capture Center. More than 20+ participants learned about the technology being tested to produce clean energy.
The Multi-Chamber SpeedNetworking event was a huge networking hit. Ten Chambers came together, at sponsor and host the Birmingham Marriott, to expand the opportunity for their members and investors to connect.
Education Connections Program — Connecting Business with Education
EDUCATION CONNECTIONS DATES Oak Mountain High School Friday September 2nd
Shelby County Schools Career and Technical Education is implementing a new program called Education Connections. The events will begin in the fall and held from 8:30AM until 9:30AM at various Shelby County High Schools. The meetings are an opportunity for businesses and educators to network and build relationships. The goal of the program is to connect businesses with education, specifically the Career and Technical Education classes. Educators will be able to share with businesses about their needs in the
classroom (job shadowing, internships, supplies and general partnerships) while businesses will provide feedback on the skills needed in the workplace. This is an effort to bridge the gap between education and workforce. The program hopes to open the door to new partnerships within our county to help students with their career explorations. Coffee and light refreshments will be provided. There is no cost to attend. Please contact Aubri McClendon at 5422665 or AMcClendon@shelbyed.org for more information.
Chelsea High School Wednesday, September 7th Montevallo High School Tuesday, September 20th Helena High School Friday, October 7th Vincent High School Thursday, October 20th Calera High School Tuesday, November 15th Shelby County High School Wednesday, November 16th
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An Investor Reception is held once per quarter to allow for investors, long time and newly joined, to learn about their many Chamber benefits. Thank you to Mutual Saving Credit Union for being the 2016 presenting sponsor of the Investor Receptions.
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Welcome New Investors (as of 7/7/2016-7/28/2016)
eCO Credit Union of Alabaster
Birmingham
Financial Products & Services
Plumb-Tech, Inc.
Alabaster
Plumbing & Gas Fitters
Snag Equipment & Lubrication
Alabaster
Machine & Equipment Sales, Service & Installation
Southeastern Bible College
Birmingham
Education - Schools
For complete listing of all current Chamber investors please visit our Online Business Directory at business.shelbychamber.org/list.
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Health Focus of the Month: Prostate Cancer Although men of any age can get prostate cancer, the chances increase rapidly after age 50. More than 60% of all prostate cancer cases are diagnosed in men older than 65. African-American men have the highest documented prostate cancer incidence rates in the world. The US prostate cancer death rate for African-American men is more than twice the rate for Caucasian men. Having a brother or father with prostate cancer more than doubles a man’s risk of developing it. The risk is much higher for men with multiple affected relatives, especially if the relatives
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were young when the cancer was found. Most early cases cause no symptoms. Some early signs may include frequent urination, especially at night; blood in urine, difficulty starting urination or inability to urinate, and weak or painful urination. It is thought that a diet high in fat may play a part in causing prostate cancer. Therefore, eating a diet that is low in saturated fat
and red meats, but high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains may reduce a man’s risk for developing prostate cancer. Lycopene, an antioxidant found in red fruits and vegetables, may also destroy the free radicals that contribute to prostate cancer cell development. Lycopene becomes stronger when heated. So, while tomatoes can help, spaghetti sauce, marinara, and tomatoes in your chili are even more beneficial! As with all cancers, early detection is the best defense. Regular check- ups that consist of rectal exams and a PSA (prostate specific
antigen) blood test are recommended starting at age 40 for African-American men and those men with a family history, and age 50 for all other men. Prostate cancer is the second most common cause of death from cancer in men. Get checked! St. Vincent’s Dial-A-Nurse can provide additional information or assist you in finding a physician. They can be reached at 205.939.7878. The call is free, confidential, and easy. Article submitted by: Brian Massey, Director of Business Development St. Vincent’s Health System
Go & Grow Workshop: “Entrepreneurship 101” Whether you’ve started your own business — or are thinking about it -September’s Go & Grow Workshop offers attendees valuable information on: What You Need To Know To Launch A Business, Building A Money Plan — Capital & Cash Flow, Building A Sales & Marketing Plan, Building A People Plan — People & Pay 58 | ShelbyLiving.com Shelbychamber.org
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And, much more! The workshop — sponsored by Business Telephones, Inc. and facilitated by Michael Smith of The Great, The Good and The Gone -- will be on Wednesday, September 7
from 11:30AM-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 noon on Friday, September 2 for this workshop by contacting Payton Thomas, the Chamber’s Manager of Business Development & Support via e-mail at payton@shelbychamber.org or by calling 663-4542, ext. 105 or register online at www.shelbychamber.org.
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S.C.O.R.E. (Supporting Chamber Opportunities Reaps Excellence) For the Chamber!
County Services Drive, Pelham. During their efforts, TRC volunteers will network with area business leaders and improve their sales techniques such as prospecting, preparing a sales pitch and closing the sale - through our sales training sessions, manual and orientation. Finally, TRC volunteers will have numerous chances to win special prizes — including cash and a chance at a Victory Trip for the top producers.
For more information on the Chamber’s 2016 TRC, please contact Keyla Handley at the Chamber by phone at 663-4542, ext. 106 or via e-mail: keyla@ shelbychamber.org.
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Volunteers Needed to Assist 9th Grade Students Through “Keeping It Real” Program The Chamber is getting ready to launch its 4th year of “Keeping It Real” in September. This program teaches 9th grade students about “real world” life choices by giving them a random “life scenario” which includes marital/ family status, education, job and salary. The students
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then have to pay bills based on the random scenario. It has been an eye opening experience for the past few years for the 9th graders!
The Chamber is seeking volunteers for 1/2 - one day as we make our way around to all of the different schools in Shelby County. Volunteers would manage a station and assist 9th grade students as they “pay bills” and make “life choices” based on random-assigned life situations. If you or your
colleagues, are interested in being a volunteer, please call Keyla Handley at 6634542 ext. 106, or email at keyla@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. September 2016 | 59 Shelbychamber.org
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On September 8, under the leadership of Thompson Tractor’s Charlie Stevens, the Chamber will kickoff its 2nd annual Total Resource Campaign (TRC) — “S.C.O.R.E. (Supporting Chamber Opportunities Reaps Excellence) For the Chamber”. This 8-week effort pulls chamber investors together in an effort to share the benefits of investment and sponsorship opportunities to the entire business community. This effort encourages volunteers to approach current chamber investors for sponsorships of the Chamber’s 2017 program year, new investors and budget-reducing in-kind goods & services. The Chamber will be provide all TRC volunteers with expert training during the Kick Off Training Session on September 8 from 11:30AM until 1:30AM at the Chamber, 1301
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Ambassador of the Month
Congratulations to Micah Keith for achieving Ambassador of the Month. Micah is an Associate Agent for Tyler Watts & Associates, LLC, and has been in the insurance industry for three years. He manages the location of the second agency that opened in Pelham in 2015. The goal of the agency is to always give our clients peace of mind at the end of the day that their needs are taken care of. We specialize in providing personal and commercial lines of insurance writing anything from home, auto, business, and Life to special events like weddings or vacations. Out of everything we do Micah’s personal favorite is commercial. The challenge of working with so many various types of businesses has given him an appreciation and understanding of what his clients do, and what the insurance needs are for their respective industries. Micah was born and raised in Hoover, attended Birmingham Southern College where he enjoyed the opportunity to play football. He transferred to the University of Alabama graduating with a degree in Marketing. He loves
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GSCCC Board of Directors (as of 01/01/16)
Officers Paul Rogers NobleBank & Trust (Chair) Keith Brown Jefferson State Community College (Chair-elect) Lisa McMahon Warren Averett, LLC (Immediate Past Chair) John Browning Cahaba Valley Computer Services (Vice Chair, Business Development & Support)
Alabama Football, enjoys playing soccer and basketball, spending time outdoors camping, hiking or anything in the water. Contact Micah at 8225477 or email micahk1@ nationwide.com for your insurance needs. Ambassador Program Presented in 2016 by:
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)
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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Get In On the Best “Card Game” in Shelby County @ the Chamber’s September 15 Business After Hours Shelby County’s premier business networking event — presented in 2016 by Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. — will be held at the Shelby County Art’s Council on September 15. Bring plenty of business cards and come ready to make some serious business
contacts. Plus, if you meet enough people you’ll earn a chance to win some prizes on September 15 from 5:30PM until 7:00PM at the Shelby County Art’s Council, 104 Mildred Street, Columbiana, 35051. The investment — which includes hors d’oeuvres and two
beverage coupons -- for any Chamber investor is $10 per person and $20 for “Future” investors. Reservations are required, so please register via email at info@shelbychamber.org, by phone at 663-4542 or online at www.shelbychamber.org by September 12.
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Small Business Mentorship Program Offers Guidance & Support will be held Wednesday, September 7 from 8:00AM11:00AM. As the Chamber’s a new product, downsizing “Entrepreneur-in-Residence”, and dealing with a difficult Smith is available for a oneemployee. on-one confidential meeting The next Mentorship with any small business owner opportunities, facilitated by Michael Smith with The GREAT, or entrepreneur to discuss any topic. Appointments are The GOOD and The GONE
required and usually last 30-45 minutes. Please contact Payton Thomas, the Chamber’s Manager of Business Development & Support, at 663-4542 ext. 105 or via e-mail at payton@shelbychamber. org for availability on September 7.
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The Chamber’s Entrepreneur & Small Business Mentorship program offers small business owners and entrepreneurs guidance on a variety of topics, including: starting a new business, expanding an existing business, launching
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CHAMBER Events 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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South Shelby Chamber Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:00PM Columbiana First Baptist Church, 208 North Main Street, Columbiana Investment: $12. Reservation required. Chamber closed for Labor Day
Small Business Mentorship Appointments 8:00AM - 11:00AM Michael Smith, The Good, The Great & The Gone By appointment. Contact Payton Thomas at 663-4542, ext. 105.
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Go & Grow Workshop 11:30AM - 2:00PM Presented by Michael Smith, The GREAT, the GOOD and The GONE Sponsor: Business Telephones, Inc. Reservations requested by September 2. Investment: No cost for workshop but lunch is available for $10 investors, $20 “Future” investors. Ambassadors Work Group 11:30AM - 1:00PM Sponsor: NobleBank & Trust Small Business Work Group 4:00PM - 5:00PM Sponsor: Brownstone Marketing Solutions Total Resource Campaign Kick-off/ Training 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Health Services Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM
Existing Business & Industry Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM iBERIABANK, 2695 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham
Business After Hours 5:30PM - 7:00PM Presenting Sponsor: Shelby County Reporter Shelby County Art’s Council 104 Mildred St, Columbiana Reservations requested by September 12. Investment: $10 investors, $20 “Future” investors.
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YOUR CHAMBER AT WORK Facebook: 22 New Likes, 129 Visits and 1,695 Post Reaches,Total Likes 2,588. Twitter: 2,594 Followers, 157 Tweets, 19.3K Tweet impressions, 197 Profile Visits and 15 Mentions. Responded to 146 requests for business & community information. Notarized 46 “Certificates of Origin” for Shelby County Companies
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2nd Annual “Student Career Awareness Fair” 8:00AM-3:00PM Shelby County Exhibition Center 86 Argo Rd, Columbiana
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Entrepreneur Roundtable I 7:30AM - 8:30AM
Montevallo Chamber Monthly Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:30PM Parnell Memorial Library, 377 Park Dr, Montevallo Investment: $12. No reservation required. Governmental Affairs Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM Sain Associates Two Perimeter Park South, Ste 500 East, Birmingham GSCC Community Luncheon “Annual Safety Awards” Presenting Sponsor: Alabama Power Company Doors open at 11:00AM. Program 11:30AM - 1:00PM. Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham Reservations requested by noon, Friday, September 23. Investment: $20 investors, $30 “Future” investors. Note: This luncheon is being held on Tuesday. 27th Annual Golf “FORE!” Education Tournament 8:15AM Registration/ 9:00AM Shotgun Start Presenting Sponsor: HealthSouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital Timberline Country Club, 300 Timberline Trail, Calera See page 55