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Parker Real Estate Named Finalist for 2024 Alabama Small Business of the Year Awards
Parker Real Estate Named Finalist for 2024 Alabama Small Business of the Year Awards On November 19, Parker Real Estate was honored as a finalist in the 2024 Alabama Small Business of the Year Awards (11–50 Employees category) at the BCA/CCAA Partnership Annual Meeting in Birmingham. Presented by the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama…
Read MoreDeveloping Talent at the 2024 Workforce NOW Summit
Developing Talent at the 2024 Workforce NOW Summit We appreciate everyone who joined us this morning for the 2024 Workforce NOW Summit at Calhoun Community College on November 15. Keynote speaker, Michael Bridier, Project Manager of the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship for Region 1, explained how to develop and prepare your workforce using apprenticeships. Michael…
Read MoreTTL, Inc. Hosts After Hours
TTL, Inc. Hosts After Hours Thank you to TTL, Inc. for hosting After Hours on November 12. Our members enjoyed a relaxed evening of networking outside business hours, and it was a fantastic opportunity to tour the new TTL, Inc. office building and laboratory in downtown Decatur. Networking is one of the many valuable benefits…
Read MoreJennifer Wright Named Commodore of the Month for November
Jennifer Wright Named Commodore of the Month for November At our monthly Commodore meeting on November 8, our guest speaker was Decatur City Councilman Kyle Pike. He discussed several topics from business and residential development to quality-of-life improvements and infrastructure projects. Congratulations to Jennifer Wright with MarMac Real Estate for being named the Greater Morgan…
Read MoreChamber to Host Hiring Event on December 4
Chamber to Host Hiring Event on December 4 The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with AIDT, Career Connect and the Morgan County Economic Development Association (MCEDA), will host a Hiring Event on Wednesday, December 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fort Decatur Recreation Center, located at 610 4th Avenue SE…
Read MoreState of Education Forum Brings Together Schools, Higher Education and Student Perspectives
State of Education Forum Brings Together Schools, Higher Education and Student Perspectives The Chamber’s annual State of Education Forum, presented by Alabama Credit Union, was held on November 5 at First Baptist Church in Decatur. The forum was moderated by Scott Mayo, Executive Director of the Cook Museum of Natural Science. A highlight of the…
Read MoreBusiness Community Develops 2025 Public Policy Agenda
Business Community Develops 2025 Public Policy Agenda Thank you to all who participated in our Federal Public Policy Agenda meeting on October 29. The one-hour meeting led by the Public Policy Committee provided the opportunity to review the 2024 agenda and suggest updates and revisions for the 2025 edition. The meeting focused on state issues…
Read MoreOctober SuperStar Teacher: Celebrating Amy Hill at Decatur Heritage Christian Academy
October SuperStar Teacher: Celebrating Amy Hill at Decatur Heritage Christian Academy Mrs. Amy Hill, an 8th grade/12th grade English Language Arts (ELA) teacher at Decatur Heritage Christian Academy (DHCA) is the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s SuperStar Teacher for October. Our presenting sponsor, Hubbard & Drake General – Mechanical Contractors, Inc., represented by Brian Beidleman,…
Read MoreChamber’s Annual Fall Golf Classic Brings Together Over 135 Golfers
Chamber’s Annual Fall Golf Classic Brings Together Over 135 Golfers On October 25, more than 135 golfers from across north Alabama took part in the Chamber’s annual Fall Golf Classic. This annual event is always a great opportunity for networking, fellowship and friendly competition at Burningtree Country Club. Congratulations to all our winners! Morning Flight…
Read MoreEndless Opportunities Sparks Career Exploration for Local Students
Endless Opportunities Sparks Career Exploration for Local Students The 2024 Endless Opportunities hands-on career expo was a huge success, attracting more than 1,600 eighth graders to Ingalls Harbor Pavilion on October 17-18. The event brought together students from Decatur, Morgan County, Hartselle, Lawrence County, and private schools, to explore a wide range of career options.…
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