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At our Emerging Leaders event on February 5, we had a table talk discussion on how to lead with purpose to serve and impact our community. Thank you to Cheyenne Sanchez, founder and president of Young Professionals of Decatur, for facilitating an engaging table talk, with support from Chris Adkison and Jeni Jordan. It was…

The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with AIDT, Career Connect, Calhoun Community College and the Morgan County Economic Development Association, invites job seekers to a Hiring Event on Tuesday, February 11 from 3 – 6 p.m. at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion at 802-A Wilson Street NW in Decatur. This event provides a great opportunity…

Thank you to Brown Books & More for hosting After Hours on January 30. Our members had a fantastic time networking in a relaxed setting while exploring all that this wonderful local bookstore has to offer including real fruit smoothies, iced coffees and a lunch menu. Networking is one of the many valuable benefits of…

Elizabeth Hastings, a 9th–grade Biology teacher at Austin Junior High School in Decatur, has been named the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s SuperStar Teacher for January. Our presenting sponsor, Hubbard & Drake General – Mechanical Contractors, Inc., represented by Brian Beidleman, along with Seddrick Williams, a member of the Chamber’s Board of Directors, and Chamber staff,…

At our monthly Commodore meeting on January 17, fellow Commodore Brent Gosnell with Edward Jones helped kick off the year with practical financial tips. Congratulations to Bill Nelson with RE/MAX Platinum – Jeff and Kim Hallmark for being named the Greater Morgan County Builders Association Commodore of the Month for January. This group of more than 40…

Our Administrative & Events Coordinator, Megan Holloway, who has been an invaluable member of our team, will be transitioning out of her role with the Chamber effective Friday, February 7. Megan has accepted a new opportunity with BCOMING.CHURCH. Please join us in extending our heartfelt appreciation and best wishes as she embarks on this next…

The Chamber’s three leadership development programs – Excellence, Edge and Equip – continued to meet throughout the fall and into the winter. Excellence in Leadership, the Chamber’s flagship leader development program for professionals, visited GoFAR USA Park in October for some fun team building exercises. Later in the day, the group heard from Doug Bachuss…

As a new year approaches, we find ourselves reflecting on a few of the achievements we’ve shared with our members, partners and the community throughout the year. A notable highlight includes our inaugural SuperStar Teacher program recognizing teachers in the Decatur-Morgan County area who show excellence in leadership, creativity and imagination in and out of…

Christy Bennich, a reading specialist at Crestline Elementary School in Hartselle, has been named the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s SuperStar Teacher for December. Our presenting sponsor, Hubbard & Drake General – Mechanical Contractors, Inc., represented by Brian Beidleman, along with John Holley, Chairman of the Chamber’s Board of Directors and Chamber staff, surprised Mrs. Bennich…

On December 11, Mary Ila Ward was honored with the ATHENA Leadership Award at the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s 15th annual Women in Business Celebration at the DoubleTree by Hilton Decatur Riverfront. Named for the Greek goddess of wisdom, as well as the champion of justice and law, the ATHENA Leadership Award is presented…