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Shelby County ViewPoints

October 2012 presented by

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Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce • 1301 County Services Drive • Pelham, AL 35124 • 205-663-4542 • info@shelbychamber.org

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Welcome New Members

Greater Birmingham Humane Society Kelli Holmes

300 Snow Dr

Birmingham

Community Service

iFix and Repair

Cindy Edmunds

5517 Parkview Cir

Hoover

Mobile Device & Repair

McKay Management Corporation

Julia Boehm-McKay

5 Riverchase Rdg, Ste 200

Hoover

Real Estate

Russell Realty & Associates, LLC

Marcia Russell

P.O. Box 508

Alabaster

Real Estate

Shelby Oral Facial Surgery, PC

Joshua Everts

420 1st Street North

Alabaster

Medical Specialized

Ted L. Smith, Chiropractor D.C.

Ted Smith

2000 Southlake Park #150

Hoover

Chiropractic Care

Vanguard Media Solutions, LLC

Mark Guyther

1940 Cahaba Crest Drive

Birmingham

Printing/Promotional Services

To find out more about any member listed -- or other Chamber members -please visit our online Business Directory at www.shelbychamber.org.

Two New Opportunities for Chamber Members!

New Shelby County Map Offers Visibility and Opportunity Your Chamber works yearround to make Shelby County an even better place to live and do business. To accomplish this, we offer a variety of goods and services to businesses, newcomers and visitors. That’s why were pleased to announce a new Community Map. This formidable marketing tool is the only map distributed by the Chamber to members, potential newcomers, tourists, visitors, etc.

The map, published in full-color street detail by Chamber member firm Village Profile, will be used by families and businesses relocating to Shelby County and a valuable resource for business travelers and long-time residents.

The 2013 Shelby County map will include: • Distribution — thousands of full-color, updated printed maps featuring schools, hospitals, parks and development areas will be distributed through the Chamber.

• Pinpoints — Chamber sponsor business locations will be pinpointed on the map.

• On-Line Viewing — At

publication, the printed version of the map will be hyper-linked to the Chamber’s website where you can view on-line community information, a directory of sponsors and your printed advertisement alongside your street location mini-map.

• National Website Listing Chamber sponsor businesses will be included on www.villageprofile. com which receives over 2.5 million hits a month!

• Ad Preparation — Complimentary advertising preparation is available, or you may submit your ad to Village Profile electronically.

Voluntary membership advertising helps support this project, and is another valuable way to ‘introduce’ your business, product or service to Chamber members, new businesses, new residents and visitors to Shelby County. If you would like to be a part of this valuable and informative project, please contact Ms. Sandy Semerad, our Village Profile representative, at (678) 296-5394 or via e-mail at ssemerad@aol.com.

Looking to Reach New Residents?

ChamberMail Program Offers Opportunity for Members In October, the Greater Shelby County Chamber launches a new opportunity for members -ChamberMail -- which places members businesses in front of new residents shortly after their move. This business-to-consumer program is designed to get participating members in front of 2,000 new residents for the cost of participating/ advertising.

The ChamberMail program is another opportunity for members to promote their products and services.

The advertising cost paid by participants allows them to get in front of 2,000 new residents who have actually moved to Shelby County.

In addition to the mailing and online advertising participants receive, the program also

offers an optional new resident database for member follow up efforts.

Limited space means this opportunity will sell out quickly, so to reserve your space, call our ChamberMail representative at 1-800-267-9139 or view all ad sizes and prices at the Greater Shelby ChamberMail website at www.shelby.chambermail.us.

2012 Greater Shelby Chamber Board of Directors David Nolen M&F Bank Chair

Keith Barfield Barfield Murphy, Shank & Smith, PC

Terri Williams AT&T Immediate Past Chair

Keith Brown Jefferson State Community College

April Weaver Shelby Baptist Medical Center

Lisa McMahon Warren Averett, LLC

Bill Keller Regions Financial

Paul Rogers Aliant Bank

Clint Umphrey Texas Roadhouse

Phillip Heard Alabama Gas Company

Dave Davis Legacy Community Federal Credit Union

Silvia Hoyos Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama

Howard Bailey Neil Bailey Insurance & Investments

Tim Bowen Alabama Power Company

Joe Sullivan Sullivan Communications, Inc John Browning Cahaba Valley Computer Services, LLC

Tim Prince Shelby County Reporter Vivian Johnson Sam’s Club Hoover Kirk Mancer Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce

Thanks to our 2012 Continual Sponsors A.C. Legg, Inc.

First Commercial Bank

Alabama Power

Graham and Associates, CPA

Alabama Telco Credit Union

iBERIABANK

ALAGASCO

Legacy Community Federal

Aliant Bank

Credit Union

America’s First Federal Credit Union

Lemak Sports Medicine

AT&T

& Orthopedics

AT&T Advertising Solutions

M&F Bank

Brookwood Medical Center

Minuteman Press Alabaster

Business Telephones, Inc.

Regions Financial

Cahaba Grand Conference Center

Shelby Baptist Medical Center

Cahaba Valley Computer Services

Shelby County Reporter

Charter Business

St. Vincent’s Health System

FastSigns

September Ambassador of the Month

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Bruce Koppenhoefer Congratulations to our Ambassador of the Month, Bruce Koppenhoefer, Renaissance Enterprises.

With a 40-year career that evolved from equipment engineer to product manager to marketing manager and now communications director, Bruce provides marketing communications services through his sole proprietorship, Renaissance Enterprises. In this capacity, he provides his clients with a single source for all their marketing communications needs, whether it be development of presentations or sales literature, newsletter implementation, ad design, or business writing. In addition to his volunteer activities as a Chamber Ambassador, Bruce also serves on the Board of the Arc of Shelby County and heads up Invent Alabama, an inventor support group. He just recently celebrated his 35year wedding anniversary, and he and his wife are full-time care givers for their special needs son who lives with them.

For more information about the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassador program and how you can become involved contact April Stone at 663-4542 or april@shelbychamber.org.

Aubri McClendon Joins Chamber Staff Aubri McClendon has joined the Chamber staff team as the new Manager of Business Development. Aubri will be working to encourage businesses throughout Shelby County to invest in the Chamber’s program of work.

Aubri, a Calera resident, is a recent graduate of the University of Montevallo where she studied Communication Studies and was a member of the Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society. Aubri was on the Dean’s List for four years and was named “Student of the Year” in Communication Studies.

She is married to Ryne, who also graduated from the University of Montevallo and works in Alabaster.

She enjoys spending time with family, playing golf, enjoying the outdoors, watching football, and meeting new people. She is excited to grow the Greater Shelby Chamber member family!

If you know of a business that would like to join our Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce please have them contact Aubri at aubri@ shelbychamber.org, office 6634542 or cell 542-2665.

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2nd Annual Shelby Blues & BBQ at Helena Amphitheater, Old Town Helena The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce is excited to host the 2nd Annual Shelby Blues & BBQ in Old Town Helena!

This year’s event is presented by the City of Helena, produced by Event Operations Group, Inc., in conjunction with the Helena Business Association will be held on Saturday, October 20th at the Helena Amphitheater in Old Town Helena. Gates will open to the public at 1 pm until 9 pm and tickets are only $5 per person in advance, $10 at the gate.

There are three categories for the BBQ team competition entry: Pork, Ribs, and Chicken.

So get your grilling skills stoked and ready to compete this year!

We are planning to have a Kids Area open until sunset, tons of arts and crafts, soulful blues music all day, plus several types of food vendors on-site selling an array of flavors to satisfy your favorite craving of the day. This is a family-friendly event so invite everyone you know to come on out and enjoy the best

fall event of the season at the Greater Shelby County Chamber’s 2nd Annual Shelby Blues & BBQ! If you would like to have a team in the BBQ competition, be a registered vendor, or if you’re interested in being a sponsor for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s 2nd Annual Shelby Blues & BBQ, visit the official website at Shelbybluesandbbq.org or contact Lisa Shapiro at 663-4542 or lisa@shelbychamber.org.

Snapshots Congratulations to Lifeguard Ambulance Services on the opening of its new office in Alabaster. Lifeguard Ambulance Service is a 24/7 medical transport service that services all area hospitals.

Mayor David Frings, Representative Mike Hill, Senator Cam Ward, city officials, police and fire from Alabaster, along with the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce, were honored to support the grand opening of Alabaster’s Steak ‘n Shake!

Owners Bill White and Jeff White were supported by family and Belle Foods of Alabaster store associates, as well as the Greater Shelby County and Hoover Chambers of Commerce, as they celebrated the grand opening of their first store in Alabaster.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at NEX21 in Liberty Park, as the Hoover, Vestavia Hills, and the Greater Shelby Chambers of Commerce, as well as the Birmingham Business Alliance all took part in the activities.

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A ribbon cutting was held at iFix and Repair, inside the Riverchase Galleria on the second floor. Shown cutting the ribbon is owner Kirk Edmonds as his wife, Cindy, holds the bow.

Congratulations to our Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce family member Sain Associates, Inc. on their 40th anniversary!

Thank you to the Leadership Team for ShelbyOne, the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s five-year strategic plan.

Grow & Go The Power and Importance of Diversity in the Workplace Join us for the October Grow & Go workshop as John Moser, First Response will present “The Power and Importance of Diversity in the Workplace.” Every day millions of people go to work, school or just play and interact in a world full of multicultural diversity, generational diversity and diverse personal values, it’s critical that we understand the value and importance of learning to interact and respect others.

• Learn what diversity is • Learn how diversity impact your profits, people & business • Learn how to create a strong foundation of understanding • Learn how to strengthen cultural differences • Learn how to create and show respect • Learn the impact of words, actions and conflict • Learn the importance of interpersonal skills in building a diverse culture The Grow & Go Workshops are made possible by the 2012 Continual Sponsorship of Business Telephones, Inc. The

programs and events we offer wouldn’t be possible without the support of our sponsors!

When: Thursday, October 18, 2012 Time: 11 am until 1 pm Where: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce, 1301 County Services Drive, Pelham Investment: $10 per person. Includes lunch and materials.

Registration: Register and prepay by credit card online (Discover, M/C, or Visa) by clicking the link on the seminar you wish to attend on our Chamber Event Calendar. Registration required by October 16th to be guaranteed a seat and lunch.

Sponsor:

October Luncheon

Tell us what you think about your Chamber!

The Chamber’s Board of Directors wants to hear your feedback on several topics regarding the organization and its program of work.

You can provide your perspective by accessing the Membership Survey located on the Chamber’s website, www.shelbychamber.org. To complete the survey, simply visit the Chamber’s home page and click on the survey link for instructions to appear.

Your input is extremely valuable as the organization begins to plan for its 2013 program of work. Thank you for your support of the Chamber, and for taking a few moments to complete this valuable survey.

Annual Safety Awards Join us on October 31st for our Annual Safety Awards luncheon 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. 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 communities a safe place to live, work, and play.

The luncheon will be held at the Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Dr., Pelham. RSVP required by noon, Monday, October 29th. Investment: Greater Shelby Chamber members $17, future members $25. Register online at www. shelbychamber.org, call the RSVP line at 663-8923 or the Chamber office at 663-4542.

Upcoming Events

Find more details of what you can expect about any event listed by visiting the Greater Shelby County Chamber’s website at: www.shelbychamber.org. Register for events online at www.shelbychamber.org, call the RSVP Line 663-8923, or the Chamber 663-4542.

Contact Us Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 1301 County Services Drive, Pelham, Alabama 35124 Phone: (205) 663-4542 Fax: (205) 663-4524 Email: info@shelbychamber.org

CANCELLATION POLICY REMINDER: If a reservation is made for a pay event and you are unable to attend, you will be charged unless a cancellation request is made at least TWO business days prior to the event.

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8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. ~ City Focus Wilton Community Center, C260 Church Street No Cost. No RSVP required.

8:30 a.m.-10 a.m. ~ Chamber Works Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr, Pelham No cost. Due to Columbus Day Holiday, RSVP required by noon, Friday, Oct. 5th.

Chamber Works sponsored by: Cahaba Valley Computer Services, Charter Business, and Minuteman Press Alabaster 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ~ Grow & Go “The Power & Importance of Diversity in the Workplace” Presented by John Moser, First Response Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr, Pelham Investment $10. RSVP required by noon, Tuesday, October 16.

Sponsored by Business Telephones, Inc. 1 p.m.-8 p.m. ~ 2nd Annual Shelby Blues & BBQ Helena Amphitheater, 4151 Helena Road Tickets $5 in advance, $10 at the gate.

Vendors, Teams & Sponsors visit www.shelbybluesandbbq.org!

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8:30 a.m. - 9:30 am ~ Network 280 Edwards Chevrolet, 5499 Hwy 280 E, Birmingham No cost. No RSVP required.

5 p.m.-7 p.m. ~ Business After Hours Big Lots, 3550 US Highwy 31 South, Pelham No RSVP required. No cost.

11 a.m.-1 p.m. ~ Monthly Membership Luncheon Annual Safety Awards Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Dr., Pelham RSVP required by noon, Monday, October 29th.

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