Events for December 2014
The Shelby County Chamber
Nov 1 - Dec 19    Alabama Manufacturer of the Year Awards: Open for NOMINATIONS

Alabama Technology Network (ATN) and the Business Council of Alabama (BCA) are accepting nominations for the Alabama Manufacturer of the Year Awards. This annual celebration recognize the state's top manufacturers for their accomplishments. By applying for the award, manufacturers convey their story of financial growth, manufacturing leadership, market leadership, leadership development, and workforce enhancement. Awards are presented in three categories based on employee size and revenues.

You too can be a part of this annual celebration of manufacturing excellence. Apply for the prestigious award to:

  • Share your story
  • Recognize the hard work and dedication of your employees
  • Promote your significant accomplishments
  • Highlight corporate citizenship
  • Join the ranks of other notable manufacturers
  • Receive well-deserved news coverage
  • Help increase public awareness about the strength and economic significance of Alabama's manufacturing community

There are no fees associated with the awards. We simply want to recogonize your company for your hard work and accomplishments. You may nominate your company or any manufacturer deserving of this prestigious award. Nomination application deadline is December 19, 2014.

For more information, click here.

Date: November 1, 2014
Time: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Website: http://www.alabamamoty.org/
Contact: For information on the nomination process, or for general inquiries, contact: LaVada Varner 205.616.9766
EMail: LVarner@atn.org
Fees/Admission: 0.00
Dec 1 - Dec 5    Electrical Motor Controls with Troubleshooting Training
Alabama Technology Network (ATN)  is offering a five-day (40-hour) course in Electrical Motor Controls with Troubleshooting. The class will beign with the basics of electricity incorporating updates of NFPA 70E Electrical Arc Flash Safety then progress into motor control fundamentals including troubleshooting.The classroom lecture is interlaced with practical hands-on exercises where faults are introduced and the participant must diagnose the issue correctly in order to proceed. The faults can also be modified by the instructor so as to introduce an element of surprise.

Please visit our website www.atn.org for more details. Seating is limited so register today!
Date: December 1, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.atn.org/registrationDetails.php?Electrical-Motor-Controls-with-Troubleshooting-533
Location: Jefferson State Community College, Jefferson Campus/MC 230, 2601 Carson Road, Birmingham, AL 35215
Contact: Cassandra Spencer
EMail: cspencer@atn.org
Date/Time Details: December 1-5, 2014; 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM each day
Fees/Admission: $995 per person (lunch included)
Dec 3    Greater Shelby Chamber - Ambassador Program
Date: December 3, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Thompson High School
100 Warrior Drive
Alabaster, AL 35007
Contact: Keyla Handley, Director of Community & Workforce Development, 663-4542, ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 7:30AM until 3:00PM
1/2 and/ or full day commitment requested.
Fees/Admission: Volunteer!
Dec 3    Greater Shelby Chamber - Small Business Work Group
Greater Shelby Chamber Small Business Work Group

Promote the economic success of small businesses through a variety of events, seminars and workshops.  Organize annual “Small Business Celebration” activities.  If you are interested in serving on the Small Business Work Group contact Brooke Story, Director, Business Development & Support at 663-4542, ext. 105.
Date: December 3, 2014
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Greater Shelby Shelby Office
1301 County Services Dr.
Pelham, AL 35124
663-4542
Contact: Brooke Story, Director, Business Development & Support, 663-4542, ext. 105
EMail: brooke@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 1st Wednesday of each month
4:00PM until 5:00PM
Fees/Admission: Volunteer
Dec 9    Greater Shelby Chamber's Entrepreneur Mentorship Program
Greater Shelby Chamber’s Entrepreneur Mentorship Program Can Help!

If you’re a small business owner wanting to discuss opportunities, challenges or any other issue you might be facing, the Chamber’s Entrepreneur & Small Business Mentorship Program, sponsored by Charter Business, is here to help.

Each month on the 2nd Tuesday from 8:00AM-11:00AM, Michael Smith with the The Great, The Good and The Gone will be available for a one-on-one confidential meeting with any small business owner or entrepreneur to discuss any topic.  Appointments are required so please call Brooke Story, the Chamber’s Director of Business Development & Support, at 663-4542 ext. 105 or via e-mail at brooke@shelbychamber.org for availability.
Date: December 9, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce
1301 County Services Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
Contact: Brooke Story, 663-4542 ext. 105
EMail: brooke@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Tuesday of each month
by appointment only
(Unless otherwise noted)
Fees/Admission: N/A
by appointment only
Dec 10    Greater Shelby Chamber - Go & Grow "The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus"
Greater Shelby Chamber Go & Grow Workshop: “The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus”

Need a role model for effective leadership? Try Santa Claus! The Chamber will be hosting “The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus” on December 10 from 11:00AM until 1:00PM led by Damita Hill of Jefferson State Community College.  The Leadership principles that will be taught will be: Build a Wonderful Workshop, Choose Your Reindeer Wisely, Make a List and Check it Twice, Listen to the Elves, Get Beyond the Red Wagons, Share the Milk and Cookies, Find Out Who’s Naughty and Nice, and Be Good for Goodness Sake. The workshop is based on a book which uses the story of Santa as an engaging framework. The premise of this workshop is that Santa gives some very good advice for those in a leadership role in any organization.

The workshop will be held at the Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Drive, Pelham, in the large community room and a boxed lunch will be provided. Greater Shelby Chamber members $10 and "Future" members $20.  Reservations requested by December 8. Register online above or contact Brooke Story at 663-4542, ext. 105 to register to attend.
Date: December 10, 2014
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Greater Shelby Chamber
1301 County Services Dr., Pelham
Contact: Brooke Story at 663-4542, ext. 105
Date/Time Details: December 10
11:00AM until 1:00PM
Fees/Admission: $10 Greater Shelby Chamber members.
$20 "Future" members.
Reservations requested by December 8 as lunch will be served.
Dec 12    Greater Shelby Chamber - Health Services Work Group
Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Health Services Work Group

Promote the importance of good health, wellness and education for Shelby County businesses. Meets 2nd Friday of each month @ 8:30AM @ the Chamber office. If you are interested in serving on the Health Services Work Group please contact Keyla Handley, Community and Workforce Development Manager, 663-4542, ext. 106.
Date: December 12, 2014
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce
1301 County Services Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
Contact: Keyla Handley, Director, Community & Workforce Development Director 663-4542, ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Friday of each month.
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Fees/Admission: N/A
Dec 12    Greater Shelby Chamber - Health Services Work Group
Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Health Services Work Group

Promote the importance of good health, wellness and education for Shelby County businesses. Meets 2nd Friday of each month @ 8:30AM @ the Chamber office. If you are interested in serving on the Work Group please contact Keyla Handley, Community and Workforce Development Manager, 663-4542, ext. 106.
Date: December 12, 2014
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce
1301 County Services Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
Contact: Keyla Handley, Director, Community & Workforce Development Director 663-4542, ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Friday of each month.
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Fees/Admission: N/A
Dec 12    Southern Roots Ribbon Cutting
Southern Roots is celebrating their Grand opening with a Ribbon Cutting and Open House. This is going to be a great event with even better deals! Come join us and get some Christmas Shopping done!    
Date: December 12, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: They are located at 48 Chesser Crane Road in Chelsea. This is the shopping center behind the Winn-Dixie.Their phone number is  602-8085
Contact: Aubri McClendon- 663-4542
EMail: aubri@shelbychamber.org
Dec 16    Greater Shelby Chamber - Holiday Business After Hours Timberline
Ring-In the Holiday Season with December 16 Business After Hours

Shelby County’s premier business networking event has a “holiday” theme this month and Chamber members from the Calera, Greater Shelby, Montevallo and South Shelby chambers are invited to “celebrate the season” at the next Business After Hours event presented by Shelby County Newspapers.

Bring plenty of business cards and be ready to make some serious business contacts.  The cost – which includes hors d’oeuvres and two beverage coupons -- for any Chamber member is $10 per person and $20 for “Future” members.   

Reservations are required, so please register via email at info@shelbychamber.org, by phone at 663-4542 or online above by December 15.

Business After Hours events are premier networking opportunities, offering members and guests the chance to meet business professionals representing products and services in a relaxed, social setting. Members attending have an opportunity to exchange business cards and become acquainted with other businesses throughout the community.  Bring plenty of business cards!
Date: December 16, 2014
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.shelbychamber.org/default.asp?ID=109
Location: Timberline Golf Club,
300 Timberline Trail
Calera, AL 35040
(205) 668-7888
Contact: Greater Shelby Chamber (205) 663-4542
Date/Time Details:
December 16, 2014
5:30PM until 7:00PM
Fees/Admission: Investment: Chamber members $10 per person and $20 for “Future” members.  Reservations are required no later than December 15.
Dec 19    Annual Trustway Charity Christmas Party
It's time for our annual charity Christmas party! Open to the public, this year's charity is aTeam Ministries. aTeam Ministries supports families that have children with cancer. This is agreat cause and we are proud to have partnered with them this Christmas season. We're going to have food, fun and fellowship! If you have ever been to one of our Christmas parties, you'll know it's amazing! aTeam is collecting cash donations and pre-paid Visa cards.
Date: December 19, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://ADefinitePlan.com
Location: 1837 Montgomery Hwy S, Ste 105, Hoover, AL 35244
EMail: Admin@ADefinitePlan.com
Date/Time Details: Friday, December 19th from 9am-3pm.