Rising Tide - Fall 2019

FALL 2019

2019

CHATTANOOGA

Record-breaking benchmarking trip delivers inspiration and ideas

ADOPT-A-SCHOOL KICKOFF Partnerships honored at celebration

CHAMBER IN SESSION

Local legislators promote collaboration at State of the State

TALENT CONFERENCE Inaugural event focuses on millennial engagement

A WORD FROM OUR LEADERSHIP

PUBLISHED BY

2019

2201 JACK WARNER PARKWAY TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401 (205) 758-7588 tuscaloosachamber.com

CHATTANOOGA

EDITOR

Amy Materson amy@tuscaloosachamber.com

DESIGN & PREPRESS

Liz young lizyoung@alliancegrp.net

ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE

A NEW LOOK

Keith Lott keithlott@bellsouth.net

On the cover:

The revitalized Chattanooga downtown and scenic riverfront served as the setting for the Chamber’s 2019 Benchmarking Trip.

Cover Photo:

Sean Pavone/Shutterstock

CONNECT WITH THE

CHAMBER facebook.com/chambertusc/ twitter.com/chambertusc

At the Chamber, we’re big fans of positive change.

Not change for change’s sake, mind you – but making differences that matter.

That’s why we’re excited to relaunch our business journal, Rising Tide, with a fresh, updated look and a brand new way to get important information in your hands. Starting with this issue, copies of Rising Tide will be mailed directly to member businesses, ensuring you never miss out on what’s happening with your Chamber.

We’ll still have all the information you’re looking for – new members, upcoming events, stories that matter to you – but with an exciting new look. We’ll also have a digital version with live links easily accessible online, so you can share it with employees, colleagues, and friends.

We hope you enjoy the new Rising Tide and, as always, we welcome your feedback.

linkedin.com/groups/1830062/

Alliance Publishing, LLC also produces membership directories, retirement and relocation guides, quality of life magazines, visitor and tourism brochures and business marketing materials. © Copyright 2019 Alliance Publishing, LLC All right reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.

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2 A WORD FROM OUR LEADERSHIP 4 CHAMBER @ WORK 12 CHATTANOOGA 2019 16 HERE WE GROW AGAIN 20 NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS 24 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2019 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chair Kimberly McMurray Behavioral Health Facility Consulting, LLC

Vice Chair, Leadership and Community Engagement Dr. Jacqueline Morgan The University of Alabama

Chair-Elect Bobby Bragg JamisonMoneyFarmer, PC

Vice Chair, Membership and Investor Relations Chris Gunter Buffalo Rock Company/Pepsi

Immediate Past Chair Blake Madison Rosen Harwood, PA Vice Chair, Airport and Transportation David Pass The Sealy Companies

@chambertusc Rising Tide is published by Alliance Publishing, LLC for the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

JIM M. PAGE, CCE, IOM

PRESIDENT AND CEO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF WEST ALABAMA

Vice Chair, Bicentennial Angela Hamiter JamisonMoneyFarmer, PC Vice Chair, Economic Development Matthew Fajack The University of Alabama Vice Chair, Education and Workforce Development Brad Newman ZF Chassis Systems, LLC

Vice Chair, Public Policy and Advocacy Carl Jamison JamisonMoneyFarmer, PC Treasurer Elizabeth Winter Regions Bank Legal Counsel David Rains Randall-Reilly, LLC President and CEO Jim M. Page, CCE, IOM Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama

Professional Staff JIM PAGE, CCE, IOM President and CEO (205) 391-0562 jim@tuscaloosachamber.com DONNY JONES, IOM Chief Operating Officer (205) 391-0552 donny@tuscaloosachamber.com BARKLEY GARRETT, cecd Vice President, Economic Development (205) 391-0329 barkley@tuscaloosachamber.com KIMBERLY ADAMS Director of Membership and Investor Relations (205) 391-0327 kimberly@tuscaloosachamber.com NaTa’sha Black PROJECT MANAGER, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (205) 391-0331 natasha@tuscaloosachamber.com TARA BULLOCK Communications & Marketing Coordinator, Workforce Development (205) 391-0559 tara@tuscaloosachamber.com BRITTANI COLBURN SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (205) 391-0334 brittani@tuscaloosachamber.com LAUREN COLLIER Project Manager, Workforce Development (205) 391-0566 lauren@tuscaloosachamber.com TRACY CRUMPTON Director of Finance and Operations (205) 391-0554 tracy@tuscaloosachamber.com ALICIA GREGORY Executive Assistant to the President and CEO (205) 391-0561 alicia@tuscaloosachamber.com LOWANDA JAMES Director of Information Services (205) 758-7588 lowanda@tuscaloosachamber.com AMY MATERSON Director of Communications and Marketing (205) 391-0563 amy@tuscaloosachamber.com JILL MCDONALD Director of Leadership and Community Engagement (205) 391-0555 jill@tuscaloosachamber.com CAROLYN TUBBS Director of Education Programs (205) 391-0556 carolyn@tuscaloosachamber.com

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A WORD FROM OUR LEADERSHIP

PUBLISHED BY

2019

2201 JACK WARNER PARKWAY TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401 (205) 758-7588 tuscaloosachamber.com

CHATTANOOGA

EDITOR

Amy Materson amy@tuscaloosachamber.com

DESIGN & PREPRESS

Liz young lizyoung@alliancegrp.net

ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE

A NEW LOOK

Keith Lott keithlott@bellsouth.net

On the cover:

The revitalized Chattanooga downtown and scenic riverfront served as the setting for the Chamber’s 2019 Benchmarking Trip.

Cover Photo:

Sean Pavone/Shutterstock

CONNECT WITH THE

CHAMBER facebook.com/chambertusc/ twitter.com/chambertusc

At the Chamber, we’re big fans of positive change.

Not change for change’s sake, mind you – but making differences that matter.

That’s why we’re excited to relaunch our business journal, Rising Tide, with a fresh, updated look and a brand new way to get important information in your hands. Starting with this issue, copies of Rising Tide will be mailed directly to member businesses, ensuring you never miss out on what’s happening with your Chamber.

We’ll still have all the information you’re looking for – new members, upcoming events, stories that matter to you – but with an exciting new look. We’ll also have a digital version with live links easily accessible online, so you can share it with employees, colleagues, and friends.

We hope you enjoy the new Rising Tide and, as always, we welcome your feedback.

linkedin.com/groups/1830062/

Alliance Publishing, LLC also produces membership directories, retirement and relocation guides, quality of life magazines, visitor and tourism brochures and business marketing materials. © Copyright 2019 Alliance Publishing, LLC All right reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.

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2 A WORD FROM OUR LEADERSHIP 4 CHAMBER @ WORK 12 CHATTANOOGA 2019 16 HERE WE GROW AGAIN 20 NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS 24 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2019 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chair Kimberly McMurray Behavioral Health Facility Consulting, LLC

Vice Chair, Leadership and Community Engagement Dr. Jacqueline Morgan The University of Alabama

Chair-Elect Bobby Bragg JamisonMoneyFarmer, PC

Vice Chair, Membership and Investor Relations Chris Gunter Buffalo Rock Company/Pepsi

Immediate Past Chair Blake Madison Rosen Harwood, PA Vice Chair, Airport and Transportation David Pass The Sealy Companies

@chambertusc Rising Tide is published by Alliance Publishing, LLC for the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

JIM M. PAGE, CCE, IOM

PRESIDENT AND CEO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF WEST ALABAMA

Vice Chair, Bicentennial Angela Hamiter JamisonMoneyFarmer, PC Vice Chair, Economic Development Matthew Fajack The University of Alabama Vice Chair, Education and Workforce Development Brad Newman ZF Chassis Systems, LLC

Vice Chair, Public Policy and Advocacy Carl Jamison JamisonMoneyFarmer, PC Treasurer Elizabeth Winter Regions Bank Legal Counsel David Rains Randall-Reilly, LLC President and CEO Jim M. Page, CCE, IOM Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama

Professional Staff JIM PAGE, CCE, IOM President and CEO (205) 391-0562 jim@tuscaloosachamber.com DONNY JONES, IOM Chief Operating Officer (205) 391-0552 donny@tuscaloosachamber.com BARKLEY GARRETT, cecd Vice President, Economic Development (205) 391-0329 barkley@tuscaloosachamber.com KIMBERLY ADAMS Director of Membership and Investor Relations (205) 391-0327 kimberly@tuscaloosachamber.com NaTa’sha Black PROJECT MANAGER, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (205) 391-0331 natasha@tuscaloosachamber.com TARA BULLOCK Communications & Marketing Coordinator, Workforce Development (205) 391-0559 tara@tuscaloosachamber.com BRITTANI COLBURN SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (205) 391-0334 brittani@tuscaloosachamber.com LAUREN COLLIER Project Manager, Workforce Development (205) 391-0566 lauren@tuscaloosachamber.com TRACY CRUMPTON Director of Finance and Operations (205) 391-0554 tracy@tuscaloosachamber.com ALICIA GREGORY Executive Assistant to the President and CEO (205) 391-0561 alicia@tuscaloosachamber.com LOWANDA JAMES Director of Information Services (205) 758-7588 lowanda@tuscaloosachamber.com AMY MATERSON Director of Communications and Marketing (205) 391-0563 amy@tuscaloosachamber.com JILL MCDONALD Director of Leadership and Community Engagement (205) 391-0555 jill@tuscaloosachamber.com CAROLYN TUBBS Director of Education Programs (205) 391-0556 carolyn@tuscaloosachamber.com

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CHAMBER @ WORK THE 2019 ADOPT-A-SCHOOL KICKOFF LUNCHEON, held July 31 at the Bryant Conference Center, welcomed nearly 400 attendees. Presented by Children & Teen Dental of Alabama, the event included a keynote address by Tommy Glasscock, Assistant State Superintendent of Education, Career and Technical Education/Workforce Development Division.

The 2019 Adopt-A-School Sustainers, who provide financial support for the program, are: BOARD LEVEL SUSTAINERS Amason & Associates, Inc.; Ellis Architects, Inc.; Harrison Construction Company, Inc.; McAbee Construction, Inc.; McGiffert and Associates, LLC; Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc.; Reese Phifer, Jr. Memorial Foundation; The University of Alabama College of Education

SUPERINTENDENT LEVEL SUSTAINERS Alabama Credit Union

The event honored all of the current partnerships, and special awards were presented for the following:

PRINCIPAL LEVEL SUSTAINERS Patterson & Comer; Sam’s Club #6435; The Tuscaloosa News; Tuscaloosa Title

TWENTY YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS:

Company, Inc.; Walmart Supercenter #0715, Skyland TEACHER LEVEL SUSTAINERS Allison Appraisal Service, Inc.; Russell S. Lee Floor & Tile; Walmart Neighborhood Market #5248; Walmart Supercenter #2306, Northport; West Alabama Pediatrics Mentor Level Sustainers Martin Family Eye Care; Neel-Schaffer, Inc.; Northport Auto Supply Company, Inc.; Parker Towing Company, Inc.; Robertson Banking Company; StressCrete, Inc.

DECADE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD:

“ADOPT-A-SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT” SPONSORS

THIRTY YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS: Tuscaloosa County Medical Alliance and The Alberta School of Performing Arts Tuscaloosa Music Club and Buhl Elementary ZF Chassis Systems, LLC

Capital Real Estate and Northside Middle; The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences and Tuscaloosa Magnet SchoolsElementary; The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences and Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools-Middle

Great Day Tuscaloosa; WJRD 1150AM &102.1FM/Rock 106.9/The Blessing 96.1; WVUA23 TV.

Nearly 400 educators and Adopt-A-School partners turned out for the Adopt-A-School Kickoff in July.

PRESENTED BY:

Gold Sponsors were Alabama ONE, Bryant Conference Center, McGiffert & Associates, LLC, and RiverFall Credit Union. Silver Sponsors were Mathnasium of Tuscaloosa and Ward Scott Architecture. Favor Bag Sponsor was Buffalo Rock Company/Pepsi-Cola. Table Sponsors were Bryant Bank, Regions Bank, Tuscaloosa City Board of Education, Tuscaloosa County Board of Education, and Walmart #0715, Skyland.

THE 2018-19 V.I.P., OR VERY INVOLVED PARTNERSHIPS, were also recognized: Alabama Credit Union & Northridge Middle, Alabama

ONE & Northport Elementary, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. & Oakdale Elementary, Arts Council of Tuscaloosa & Westwood Elementary, Bailey’s Tiger Rock Martial Arts & Big Sandy Elementary, Bailey’s Tiger Rock Martial Arts & Brookwood Elementary, Bailey’s Tiger Rock Martial Arts & Taylorville Primary, Bailey’s Tiger Rock Martial Arts & Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools— Elementary, BFGoodrich Tire Manufacturing & Martin L. King, Jr. Elementary, Bolta US & Flatwoods Elementary, Bryant Bank & The Alberta School of Performing Arts, Chick-fil-A, Tuscaloosa South & Big Sandy Elementary, Chick-fil-A, Tuscaloosa South & Taylorville Primary, Children and Teen Dental & Walker Elementary, DCH Regional Medical Center & Hillcrest High, Embassy Suites & Myrtlewood Elementary, First Federal Bank & Matthews Elementary, Hudson-Poole Fine Jewelers & Westwood Elementary, Hunt Refining Company & Oakdale Elementary, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity & Matthews Elementary, Leadership Tuscaloosa Alumni Association & Flatwoods Elementary, The Legacy Connection & Duncanville Middle, Mathnasium of Tuscaloosa & Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools—Elementary Mathnasium of Tuscaloosa & Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools—Middle, McAbee Construction, Inc. & Oakdale Elementary, McAbee Construction, Inc. & Tuscaloosa Career and Technology Academy, Northport Medical Center & Flatwoods Elementary, Nucor Steel Tuscaloosa, Inc. & Holt High, Phifer Incorporated & Westlawn Middle, The Radiology Clinic & Buhl Elementary, Regions Bank & CollinsRiverside Middle, RiverFall Credit Union & Maxwell Elementary, Shelton State Community College & Englewood Elementary, Southland Benefit Solutions & Huntington Place Elementary, Spiller Furniture & Mattress & Crestmont Elementary Stillman College & Central Elementary, Synovus & Verner Elementary, Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. & Woodland Forrest Elementary, Tiger Rock Martial Arts, Northport & Northport Elementary, Wilson’s Pest Control & Westwood Elementary, Young Tuscaloosa & T uscaloosa Magnet Schools—Middle, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Tuscaloosa & Oakdale Elementary, ZF Chassis Systems, LLC & Echols Middle, ZF Chassis Systems, LLC & Northside High.

Tommy Glasscock, Assistant State Superintendent of Education, served as keynote speaker, and spoke on the importance of working together and sharing resources.

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In the home and in the community Alabama Credit Union is proud to be part of the West Alabama community!

Whether you’re depositing a check from your kitchen with our mobile app or stopping by one of our fourteen West Alabamaarea branches, we believe in making money management easy for our members, no matter where you are.

Feel good about your money.

AlabamaCU.com

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CHAMBER @ WORK THE 2019 ADOPT-A-SCHOOL KICKOFF LUNCHEON, held July 31 at the Bryant Conference Center, welcomed nearly 400 attendees. Presented by Children & Teen Dental of Alabama, the event included a keynote address by Tommy Glasscock, Assistant State Superintendent of Education, Career and Technical Education/Workforce Development Division.

The 2019 Adopt-A-School Sustainers, who provide financial support for the program, are: BOARD LEVEL SUSTAINERS Amason & Associates, Inc.; Ellis Architects, Inc.; Harrison Construction Company, Inc.; McAbee Construction, Inc.; McGiffert and Associates, LLC; Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc.; Reese Phifer, Jr. Memorial Foundation; The University of Alabama College of Education

SUPERINTENDENT LEVEL SUSTAINERS Alabama Credit Union

The event honored all of the current partnerships, and special awards were presented for the following:

PRINCIPAL LEVEL SUSTAINERS Patterson & Comer; Sam’s Club #6435; The Tuscaloosa News; Tuscaloosa Title

TWENTY YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS:

Company, Inc.; Walmart Supercenter #0715, Skyland TEACHER LEVEL SUSTAINERS Allison Appraisal Service, Inc.; Russell S. Lee Floor & Tile; Walmart Neighborhood Market #5248; Walmart Supercenter #2306, Northport; West Alabama Pediatrics Mentor Level Sustainers Martin Family Eye Care; Neel-Schaffer, Inc.; Northport Auto Supply Company, Inc.; Parker Towing Company, Inc.; Robertson Banking Company; StressCrete, Inc.

DECADE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD:

“ADOPT-A-SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT” SPONSORS

THIRTY YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS: Tuscaloosa County Medical Alliance and The Alberta School of Performing Arts Tuscaloosa Music Club and Buhl Elementary ZF Chassis Systems, LLC

Capital Real Estate and Northside Middle; The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences and Tuscaloosa Magnet SchoolsElementary; The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences and Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools-Middle

Great Day Tuscaloosa; WJRD 1150AM &102.1FM/Rock 106.9/The Blessing 96.1; WVUA23 TV.

Nearly 400 educators and Adopt-A-School partners turned out for the Adopt-A-School Kickoff in July.

PRESENTED BY:

Gold Sponsors were Alabama ONE, Bryant Conference Center, McGiffert & Associates, LLC, and RiverFall Credit Union. Silver Sponsors were Mathnasium of Tuscaloosa and Ward Scott Architecture. Favor Bag Sponsor was Buffalo Rock Company/Pepsi-Cola. Table Sponsors were Bryant Bank, Regions Bank, Tuscaloosa City Board of Education, Tuscaloosa County Board of Education, and Walmart #0715, Skyland.

THE 2018-19 V.I.P., OR VERY INVOLVED PARTNERSHIPS, were also recognized: Alabama Credit Union & Northridge Middle, Alabama

ONE & Northport Elementary, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. & Oakdale Elementary, Arts Council of Tuscaloosa & Westwood Elementary, Bailey’s Tiger Rock Martial Arts & Big Sandy Elementary, Bailey’s Tiger Rock Martial Arts & Brookwood Elementary, Bailey’s Tiger Rock Martial Arts & Taylorville Primary, Bailey’s Tiger Rock Martial Arts & Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools— Elementary, BFGoodrich Tire Manufacturing & Martin L. King, Jr. Elementary, Bolta US & Flatwoods Elementary, Bryant Bank & The Alberta School of Performing Arts, Chick-fil-A, Tuscaloosa South & Big Sandy Elementary, Chick-fil-A, Tuscaloosa South & Taylorville Primary, Children and Teen Dental & Walker Elementary, DCH Regional Medical Center & Hillcrest High, Embassy Suites & Myrtlewood Elementary, First Federal Bank & Matthews Elementary, Hudson-Poole Fine Jewelers & Westwood Elementary, Hunt Refining Company & Oakdale Elementary, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity & Matthews Elementary, Leadership Tuscaloosa Alumni Association & Flatwoods Elementary, The Legacy Connection & Duncanville Middle, Mathnasium of Tuscaloosa & Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools—Elementary Mathnasium of Tuscaloosa & Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools—Middle, McAbee Construction, Inc. & Oakdale Elementary, McAbee Construction, Inc. & Tuscaloosa Career and Technology Academy, Northport Medical Center & Flatwoods Elementary, Nucor Steel Tuscaloosa, Inc. & Holt High, Phifer Incorporated & Westlawn Middle, The Radiology Clinic & Buhl Elementary, Regions Bank & CollinsRiverside Middle, RiverFall Credit Union & Maxwell Elementary, Shelton State Community College & Englewood Elementary, Southland Benefit Solutions & Huntington Place Elementary, Spiller Furniture & Mattress & Crestmont Elementary Stillman College & Central Elementary, Synovus & Verner Elementary, Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. & Woodland Forrest Elementary, Tiger Rock Martial Arts, Northport & Northport Elementary, Wilson’s Pest Control & Westwood Elementary, Young Tuscaloosa & T uscaloosa Magnet Schools—Middle, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Tuscaloosa & Oakdale Elementary, ZF Chassis Systems, LLC & Echols Middle, ZF Chassis Systems, LLC & Northside High.

Tommy Glasscock, Assistant State Superintendent of Education, served as keynote speaker, and spoke on the importance of working together and sharing resources.

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In the home and in the community Alabama Credit Union is proud to be part of the West Alabama community!

Whether you’re depositing a check from your kitchen with our mobile app or stopping by one of our fourteen West Alabamaarea branches, we believe in making money management easy for our members, no matter where you are.

Feel good about your money.

AlabamaCU.com

EVERYDAY FINANCE | BUSINESS SERVICES | MONEY KNOW-HOW facebook.com/chambertusc | twitter.com/chambertusc

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CHAMBER @ WORK

CIVIC HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2019 NAMED The Tuscaloosa County Civic Hall of Fame Committee has named the Class of 2019.

Sen. Greg Reed discusses collaboration across the aisle within the West Alabama legislative delegation.

Legislators take time after the event to talk about issues with attendees.

LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION LOOKS DOWN THE ROAD AT STATE OF THE STATE LUNCHEON Members of the Tuscaloosa County legislative delegation joined members July 10 for Chamber in Session: State of the State for a panel discussion on issues facing our community. The event was presented by the University of Alabama System.

England said the perception that Alabama incarcerates offenders for non-violent or minor drug offenses is incorrect. “Less than 10 percent of our prison population is incarcerated for a non-violent offense or a probation violation,” he said.

Discussing their planned roadmap forward, Senator Gerald Allen, Representative Christopher England, Representative A. J. McCampbell, Representative Bill Poole, Senator Greg Reed, Representative Kyle South, Representative Rodney Sullivan, and Senator Bobby Singleton spoke on topics that ranged from health care to prisons, as well as the Rebuild Alabama legislation.

Rep. Poole, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Education Committee, spoke about gains the legislature had made in the budgeting process.

“We’ve passed the largest budget in the history of the state,” he said. “We’re funding 100 new pre-k classrooms and providing a raise to educators that will help us recruit and retain teachers.”

Rep. England said the delegation anticipates a special session on prison reform. “The problems we face with our prison system are massive, but there are positives,” he said, noting improvements that have been made.

“Although we are still at 160 percent over capacity, Alabama has experienced the largest drop in incarcerations in the country.”

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Another topic of interest, gaming, was addressed by several members of the delegation. Sen. Singleton maintained the reason the recent lottery bill had not passed was due to the fact it was simply a bad lottery bill. “We need to put together a full, comprehensive lottery bill, but we need to do it right to get the maximum benefit for our state,” Singleton said.

One gaming bill that has passed is HB

361, a bill sponsored by Rep. South that allows fantasy sports. The bill is expected to generate an additional $4 million in revenue for the state’s general fund.

During the discussion, the legislators talked about the success of the delegation, and noted that collaboration across the aisle is critical. “We’ve achieved significant accomplishments on serious issues and challenges,” Sen. Reed said.

“Republicans and Democrats have collaborated on important topics, and with brand new members of our delegation.”

2019 Chamber in Session: State of the State was presented by the University of Alabama System. Gold Sponsors were C-Spire and Embassy Suites.

Silver Sponsor was Tuscaloosa County.

Presented by:

The Civic Hall of Fame seeks to honor exceptional citizens who have made significant, long-term contributions to the overall growth, development and betterment of Tuscaloosa County and its communities.

Nominees must have made contributions to civic, social, religious or political growth of Tuscaloosa outside of his or her career responsibilities.

The Civic Hall of Fame inductees for 2019 are Benjamin H. Barnes, Ellen Peter Bryce, Dr. Peter Bryce, Cynthia Burton, Robert Wayne Monfore, Jr., Robert H. “Bob” Shaw, Jr., Dennis Steverson, Sr., and Karen Thompson.

The 2019 class joins more than 100 distinguished honorees, including Coach Paul Bryant, Snow Hinton, McDonald Hughes, Frank Moody, Munny Sokol and Maude Whatley – individuals devoted to the community, willing to share their time and energy to assist the area in growing and prospering.

STORIES OF STUDENT SUCCESS

MAKE YOUR SHELTON STATEMENT

Everyone has a story.

These are the people and stories making an impact at Shelton State Community College.

Scan the QR code or visit sheltonstate.edu to learn about Engineering Graphics and Design Technology student Holly Hatcher.

TOP ROW, L-R: Dennis Stevenson, Sr.; Cynthia W. Burton; Robert H. Shaw, Jr BOTTOM ROW, L-R: Dr Peter Bryce and Ellen Peter Bryce; Robert Wayne Monfore, Jr.; Benjamin H. Barnes; Dr. Karen Thompson-Jackson It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and Shelton State Community College, a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, gender, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, be excluded from participation, denied benefits, or subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

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CHAMBER @ WORK

CIVIC HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2019 NAMED The Tuscaloosa County Civic Hall of Fame Committee has named the Class of 2019.

Sen. Greg Reed discusses collaboration across the aisle within the West Alabama legislative delegation.

Legislators take time after the event to talk about issues with attendees.

LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION LOOKS DOWN THE ROAD AT STATE OF THE STATE LUNCHEON Members of the Tuscaloosa County legislative delegation joined members July 10 for Chamber in Session: State of the State for a panel discussion on issues facing our community. The event was presented by the University of Alabama System.

England said the perception that Alabama incarcerates offenders for non-violent or minor drug offenses is incorrect. “Less than 10 percent of our prison population is incarcerated for a non-violent offense or a probation violation,” he said.

Discussing their planned roadmap forward, Senator Gerald Allen, Representative Christopher England, Representative A. J. McCampbell, Representative Bill Poole, Senator Greg Reed, Representative Kyle South, Representative Rodney Sullivan, and Senator Bobby Singleton spoke on topics that ranged from health care to prisons, as well as the Rebuild Alabama legislation.

Rep. Poole, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Education Committee, spoke about gains the legislature had made in the budgeting process.

“We’ve passed the largest budget in the history of the state,” he said. “We’re funding 100 new pre-k classrooms and providing a raise to educators that will help us recruit and retain teachers.”

Rep. England said the delegation anticipates a special session on prison reform. “The problems we face with our prison system are massive, but there are positives,” he said, noting improvements that have been made.

“Although we are still at 160 percent over capacity, Alabama has experienced the largest drop in incarcerations in the country.”

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Another topic of interest, gaming, was addressed by several members of the delegation. Sen. Singleton maintained the reason the recent lottery bill had not passed was due to the fact it was simply a bad lottery bill. “We need to put together a full, comprehensive lottery bill, but we need to do it right to get the maximum benefit for our state,” Singleton said.

One gaming bill that has passed is HB

361, a bill sponsored by Rep. South that allows fantasy sports. The bill is expected to generate an additional $4 million in revenue for the state’s general fund.

During the discussion, the legislators talked about the success of the delegation, and noted that collaboration across the aisle is critical. “We’ve achieved significant accomplishments on serious issues and challenges,” Sen. Reed said.

“Republicans and Democrats have collaborated on important topics, and with brand new members of our delegation.”

2019 Chamber in Session: State of the State was presented by the University of Alabama System. Gold Sponsors were C-Spire and Embassy Suites.

Silver Sponsor was Tuscaloosa County.

Presented by:

The Civic Hall of Fame seeks to honor exceptional citizens who have made significant, long-term contributions to the overall growth, development and betterment of Tuscaloosa County and its communities.

Nominees must have made contributions to civic, social, religious or political growth of Tuscaloosa outside of his or her career responsibilities.

The Civic Hall of Fame inductees for 2019 are Benjamin H. Barnes, Ellen Peter Bryce, Dr. Peter Bryce, Cynthia Burton, Robert Wayne Monfore, Jr., Robert H. “Bob” Shaw, Jr., Dennis Steverson, Sr., and Karen Thompson.

The 2019 class joins more than 100 distinguished honorees, including Coach Paul Bryant, Snow Hinton, McDonald Hughes, Frank Moody, Munny Sokol and Maude Whatley – individuals devoted to the community, willing to share their time and energy to assist the area in growing and prospering.

STORIES OF STUDENT SUCCESS

MAKE YOUR SHELTON STATEMENT

Everyone has a story.

These are the people and stories making an impact at Shelton State Community College.

Scan the QR code or visit sheltonstate.edu to learn about Engineering Graphics and Design Technology student Holly Hatcher.

TOP ROW, L-R: Dennis Stevenson, Sr.; Cynthia W. Burton; Robert H. Shaw, Jr BOTTOM ROW, L-R: Dr Peter Bryce and Ellen Peter Bryce; Robert Wayne Monfore, Jr.; Benjamin H. Barnes; Dr. Karen Thompson-Jackson It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and Shelton State Community College, a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, gender, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, be excluded from participation, denied benefits, or subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

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CHAMBER @ WORK CHAMBER DELEGATION MEETS WITH STATE LEADERS DURING 2019 MONTGOMERY DRIVE-IN Ninety Chamber members, business owners, and community leaders headed to the State Capitol April 2-3, for the organization’s annual Montgomery Drive-In. The trip, which promotes the Chamber’s legislative agenda, provides an opportunity for participants to meet with key leaders in state government, while networking with other community leaders.

The trip began with a welcome luncheon at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, sponsored by Rep. Bill Poole, who also served as the event speaker. Poole who spoke on transportation issues as well as the session ahead, said he was extremely pleased that such a large delegation had made the annual trip. “It’s important for state leaders to understand that you’re watching and engaged,” Poole said.

With respect to the recently passed infrastructure funding bill, Poole discussed how seven legislatures in the Southeast have increased their gasoline tax, and stated it was necessary for Alabama to remain on pace. “We had to pass Rebuild Alabama there were no other viable options,” Poole said. “It was critical to make this investment, and the infrastructure will last for generations. We were falling behind not only every state in the Southeast, but the country.”

Poole stressed that now the focus must shift to implementation, and to inform ourselves of what federal monies are available.

“We have a rare opportunity to create synergy and draw down a healthy amount of federal dollars,” he said.

After lunch, the group headed to the Alabama State Capitol Auditorium, where Dr. Eric Mackey, State Superintendent, Alabama Department of Education, gave attendees an overview of his department, and gave updates on its direction. Mackey said the department is focusing on chipping away at classroom size, as studies have indicated that more than 30 students per class impacts student performance.

Mackey also said the department is implementing a new student information system that is more secure, and working rolling out new professional development programs and ongoing assessment protocol. The department is also working to raise mathematics proficiency, as 80 percent of our students are behind the national average in math as they turn age four.

Following the education update, Josh Blades, Senior Advisor for Government Affairs and Economic Development with Bradley Arant, gave an overview of the role of the lobbyist at the capitol.

During the afternoon, the group observed the Alabama

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Legislature in session in the House and Senate Galleries at the Alabama State House, and in the evening attended the Business Council of Alabama’s Legislative Reception.

The Drive-In concluded with a luncheon featuring Gov. Kay Ivey at the RSA Plaza Terrace. The governor was introduced by her Chief of Staff, the Honorable Jo Bonner, who spoke on what a difficult time it was to come into office and steady the ship, and yet have the first gas tax bill in 27 years passed. “Gov. Ivey reached out to all 140 legislators and got 80 percent of the vote,” Bonner said.

On day two, Business Council of Alabama President and CEO Katie Boyd Britt addressed the delegation, and discussed the ways the organization plans to move forward. “Our mission is to unite small and large businesses and to move the state forward,” she said. “We will get back to core business principles.

We support a fair and equitable tax structure and cutting government waste. BCA is inclusive - we will work with the majority and the minority party.”

When Gov. Ivey took the podium, she had high praise for the Tuscaloosa elected officials. “There is strength in teamwork,” she said. “The entire Tuscaloosa delegation played a vital role in the success of the passage of this bill.

Rep BIll Poole did a masterful job quarterbacking this bill, and I have special appreciation for Jim Page. We’ve shown the state and the nation what success looks like when you practice bipartisanship.”

Rep. Kyle South speaks to attendees on the floor of the Alabama State House as Rep. Rodney Sullivan looks on.

At the close of the breakfast, Britt and Drew Harrell, Executive Director for the Alliance for Alabama’s Infrastructure, surprised Chamber President and CEO Jim Page with a presentation honoring his efforts to advance Alabama’s infrastructure, and his role in the Rebuild Alabama legislation.

With great appreciation to our sponsors, without whom the 2019 MONTGOMERY DRIVE-IN could not have been possible:

PRESENTED BY:

The morning continued with policy discussions with Sen. Gerald Allen, Sen. Greg Reed, Rep. Chris England, Rep. A.J. McCampbell, Rep. Kyle South, Rep. Rodney Sullivan, and Rep. Rich Wingo.

In addition to speaking on a number of topics including the budget, the possibility of a lottery, our prisons, healthcare, Medicaid expansion and more, the legislative delegation answered a variety of questions on rural hospitals, workforce development, and how they decide priority in funding. “We have a long term focus,” Reed told attendees. “What does Alabama need to be today, and what does Alabama have to be in 15 to 20 years?”

GOLD SPONSORS

AT&T The Frazer Lanier Company Tuscaloosa Charter Service The University of Alabama

SILVER SPONSORS

City of Northport Shelton State Community College TTL, Inc. Tuscaloosa County

WELCOME LUNCH SPONSOR Representative Bill Poole Southland Benefit Solutions

MONTGOMERY DRIVE-IN LUNCHEON SPONSORS

Alabama ONE Plaster, Scarvey and Shumaker of Ameriprise Financial Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports

BREAKFAST SPONSOR DT Freight, LLC

BUS SPONSOR

Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports

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CHAMBER @ WORK CHAMBER DELEGATION MEETS WITH STATE LEADERS DURING 2019 MONTGOMERY DRIVE-IN Ninety Chamber members, business owners, and community leaders headed to the State Capitol April 2-3, for the organization’s annual Montgomery Drive-In. The trip, which promotes the Chamber’s legislative agenda, provides an opportunity for participants to meet with key leaders in state government, while networking with other community leaders.

The trip began with a welcome luncheon at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, sponsored by Rep. Bill Poole, who also served as the event speaker. Poole who spoke on transportation issues as well as the session ahead, said he was extremely pleased that such a large delegation had made the annual trip. “It’s important for state leaders to understand that you’re watching and engaged,” Poole said.

With respect to the recently passed infrastructure funding bill, Poole discussed how seven legislatures in the Southeast have increased their gasoline tax, and stated it was necessary for Alabama to remain on pace. “We had to pass Rebuild Alabama there were no other viable options,” Poole said. “It was critical to make this investment, and the infrastructure will last for generations. We were falling behind not only every state in the Southeast, but the country.”

Poole stressed that now the focus must shift to implementation, and to inform ourselves of what federal monies are available.

“We have a rare opportunity to create synergy and draw down a healthy amount of federal dollars,” he said.

After lunch, the group headed to the Alabama State Capitol Auditorium, where Dr. Eric Mackey, State Superintendent, Alabama Department of Education, gave attendees an overview of his department, and gave updates on its direction. Mackey said the department is focusing on chipping away at classroom size, as studies have indicated that more than 30 students per class impacts student performance.

Mackey also said the department is implementing a new student information system that is more secure, and working rolling out new professional development programs and ongoing assessment protocol. The department is also working to raise mathematics proficiency, as 80 percent of our students are behind the national average in math as they turn age four.

Following the education update, Josh Blades, Senior Advisor for Government Affairs and Economic Development with Bradley Arant, gave an overview of the role of the lobbyist at the capitol.

During the afternoon, the group observed the Alabama

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The 2019 Montgomery Drive participants.

Legislature in session in the House and Senate Galleries at the Alabama State House, and in the evening attended the Business Council of Alabama’s Legislative Reception.

The Drive-In concluded with a luncheon featuring Gov. Kay Ivey at the RSA Plaza Terrace. The governor was introduced by her Chief of Staff, the Honorable Jo Bonner, who spoke on what a difficult time it was to come into office and steady the ship, and yet have the first gas tax bill in 27 years passed. “Gov. Ivey reached out to all 140 legislators and got 80 percent of the vote,” Bonner said.

On day two, Business Council of Alabama President and CEO Katie Boyd Britt addressed the delegation, and discussed the ways the organization plans to move forward. “Our mission is to unite small and large businesses and to move the state forward,” she said. “We will get back to core business principles.

We support a fair and equitable tax structure and cutting government waste. BCA is inclusive - we will work with the majority and the minority party.”

When Gov. Ivey took the podium, she had high praise for the Tuscaloosa elected officials. “There is strength in teamwork,” she said. “The entire Tuscaloosa delegation played a vital role in the success of the passage of this bill.

Rep BIll Poole did a masterful job quarterbacking this bill, and I have special appreciation for Jim Page. We’ve shown the state and the nation what success looks like when you practice bipartisanship.”

Rep. Kyle South speaks to attendees on the floor of the Alabama State House as Rep. Rodney Sullivan looks on.

At the close of the breakfast, Britt and Drew Harrell, Executive Director for the Alliance for Alabama’s Infrastructure, surprised Chamber President and CEO Jim Page with a presentation honoring his efforts to advance Alabama’s infrastructure, and his role in the Rebuild Alabama legislation.

With great appreciation to our sponsors, without whom the 2019 MONTGOMERY DRIVE-IN could not have been possible:

PRESENTED BY:

The morning continued with policy discussions with Sen. Gerald Allen, Sen. Greg Reed, Rep. Chris England, Rep. A.J. McCampbell, Rep. Kyle South, Rep. Rodney Sullivan, and Rep. Rich Wingo.

In addition to speaking on a number of topics including the budget, the possibility of a lottery, our prisons, healthcare, Medicaid expansion and more, the legislative delegation answered a variety of questions on rural hospitals, workforce development, and how they decide priority in funding. “We have a long term focus,” Reed told attendees. “What does Alabama need to be today, and what does Alabama have to be in 15 to 20 years?”

GOLD SPONSORS

AT&T The Frazer Lanier Company Tuscaloosa Charter Service The University of Alabama

SILVER SPONSORS

City of Northport Shelton State Community College TTL, Inc. Tuscaloosa County

WELCOME LUNCH SPONSOR Representative Bill Poole Southland Benefit Solutions

MONTGOMERY DRIVE-IN LUNCHEON SPONSORS

Alabama ONE Plaster, Scarvey and Shumaker of Ameriprise Financial Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports

BREAKFAST SPONSOR DT Freight, LLC

BUS SPONSOR

Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports

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CHAMBER @ WORK TALENT CONFERENCE ATTRACTS MORE THAN 200 More than 200 people learned how to engage with millennials in the workforce at Tuscaloosa’s first Talent Conference June 26 at Tuscaloosa Career and Technology Academy.

America’s Millennial Expert Gabrielle Bosché addressed the group on recruiting and maintaining millennials.

Keynote speaker Gabrielle Bosché speaks to a packed house at the first Talent Conference.

PRESENTED BY:

GOLD SPONSORS were Alabama Credit Union,

McAbee Construction, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Nucor Steel, and Onin Staffing.

Bosché is a two-time bestselling author and TEDx presenter. Following the keynote, approximately 100 industry participated in Bosché’s breakout session, where they received one-on-one guidance.

SILVER SPONSORS were BF Goodrich, Phifer

Incorporated, Premier Service Company, Inc., and The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences.

BRONZE SPONSORS were BelFlex Staffing Network,

Chesapeake Consulting, Express Employment Professionals, and The University of Alabama College of Engineering

New location and new hours to help you THE 2019 EDUCATION SUMMIT, presented by Ellis Architects, welcomed Tuscaloosa City Schools Superintendent Mike Daria and Tuscaloosa County Schools Superintendent Walter Davie to discuss successes and challenges.

No matter what business you’re in, keeping your employees healthy means a healthy bottom line. DCH Occupational Medicine has always had the area’s most comprehensive range of occupational health services and the most experienced physicians. Our new location with easier access and expanded hours will allow us to serve you even better. DCH Occupational Medicine takes care of your employees so you can take care of your bottom line.

Critical challenges both superintendents agree the systems face are teacher shortages and funding that impacts not only facility upgrades, but implementation of key programs such as Pre-K. The school leaders plan to tackle the problems through partnerships with each other and with the Tuscaloosa Education Foundation, which was newly revitalized during the event. Both superintendents signed a memorandum of understanding with the foundation to work in conjunction in areas of common agreement that benefit students and teachers.

GOLD SPONSOR was Onin Staffing.

Dr. Mike Daria, Superintendent, Tuscaloosa City Schools; Bobby Ingram, Tuscaloosa Education Foundation; and Dr. Walter Davie, Superintendent, Tuscaloosa County Schools; sign a Memorandum of Understanding agreeing to tackle problems through partnerships at the 2019 Education Summit.

Office Hours 7 am-6 pm Monday-Friday Employment Drug Screening Hours Monday-Friday, 7 am to 4:30 pm DCH Occupational Medicine is now located at:

1120 Ruby Tyler Parkway • Tuscaloosa, AL 35404

PRESENTED BY:

SILVER SPONSORS were C Spire Business, Hotel Capstone, The University of Alabama College of Education and The University of Alabama College of Engineering. Bronze Sponsors were RiverFall Credit Union and Ward Scott Architecture.

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CHAMBER @ WORK TALENT CONFERENCE ATTRACTS MORE THAN 200 More than 200 people learned how to engage with millennials in the workforce at Tuscaloosa’s first Talent Conference June 26 at Tuscaloosa Career and Technology Academy.

America’s Millennial Expert Gabrielle Bosché addressed the group on recruiting and maintaining millennials.

Keynote speaker Gabrielle Bosché speaks to a packed house at the first Talent Conference.

PRESENTED BY:

GOLD SPONSORS were Alabama Credit Union,

McAbee Construction, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Nucor Steel, and Onin Staffing.

Bosché is a two-time bestselling author and TEDx presenter. Following the keynote, approximately 100 industry participated in Bosché’s breakout session, where they received one-on-one guidance.

SILVER SPONSORS were BF Goodrich, Phifer

Incorporated, Premier Service Company, Inc., and The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences.

BRONZE SPONSORS were BelFlex Staffing Network,

Chesapeake Consulting, Express Employment Professionals, and The University of Alabama College of Engineering

New location and new hours to help you THE 2019 EDUCATION SUMMIT, presented by Ellis Architects, welcomed Tuscaloosa City Schools Superintendent Mike Daria and Tuscaloosa County Schools Superintendent Walter Davie to discuss successes and challenges.

No matter what business you’re in, keeping your employees healthy means a healthy bottom line. DCH Occupational Medicine has always had the area’s most comprehensive range of occupational health services and the most experienced physicians. Our new location with easier access and expanded hours will allow us to serve you even better. DCH Occupational Medicine takes care of your employees so you can take care of your bottom line.

Critical challenges both superintendents agree the systems face are teacher shortages and funding that impacts not only facility upgrades, but implementation of key programs such as Pre-K. The school leaders plan to tackle the problems through partnerships with each other and with the Tuscaloosa Education Foundation, which was newly revitalized during the event. Both superintendents signed a memorandum of understanding with the foundation to work in conjunction in areas of common agreement that benefit students and teachers.

GOLD SPONSOR was Onin Staffing.

Dr. Mike Daria, Superintendent, Tuscaloosa City Schools; Bobby Ingram, Tuscaloosa Education Foundation; and Dr. Walter Davie, Superintendent, Tuscaloosa County Schools; sign a Memorandum of Understanding agreeing to tackle problems through partnerships at the 2019 Education Summit.

Office Hours 7 am-6 pm Monday-Friday Employment Drug Screening Hours Monday-Friday, 7 am to 4:30 pm DCH Occupational Medicine is now located at:

1120 Ruby Tyler Parkway • Tuscaloosa, AL 35404

PRESENTED BY:

SILVER SPONSORS were C Spire Business, Hotel Capstone, The University of Alabama College of Education and The University of Alabama College of Engineering. Bronze Sponsors were RiverFall Credit Union and Ward Scott Architecture.

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888-977-3319 • dchsystem.com/occmed

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2019 BENCHMARKING TRIP PARTICIPANTS Kimberly Adams, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Councilor Cynthia Almond, City of Tuscaloosa; Chief Steve Anderson, Tuscaloosa Police Department; Ben Bickerstaff, The University of Alabama; Thomas Bobitt, City of Tuscaloosa; Bobby Bragg, JamisonMoneyFarmer PC; Charlye Brandon, Allstate Coley Agency; Alvin Brewer, City of Tuscaloosa; Audrey Buck, City of Tuscaloosa; Bobby Buffaloe, Home Instead Senior Care of Tuscaloosa; Stephaine Buffaloe, Home Instead Senior Care of Tuscaloosa; Bryan Chandler, Tuscaloosa County Industrial Development Authority; Mark Hughes Cobb, The Tuscaloosa News; Michele Coley, Allstate Coley Agency; Paul Connolly, TCC Acquisition Partners, LLC; Ashley Crites, City of Tuscaloosa; Wade Dailey, Wells Fargo Bank; Steven Deal, Pritchett-Moore, Inc., David DuBose, Townsquare Media; Mason Dyess, Harry’s Bar; Amy Echols, Kentuck; Mike Echols, Echols, Taylor & Associates; Claude Edwards, Bryant Bank; Mike Ellis, Ellis Architects, Inc.; Matt Fajack, The University of Alabama; Jake French, Harry’s Bar; Barkley Garrett, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Tracy Gatewood, The Locker Room; Jheovanny Gomez, Jalapenos Mexican Grill; Heyward Gould, FNB of Central Alabama; Chris Grace, Barge Design Solutions; Gina Grace; Erica Grant, Tuscaloosa City Board of Education; Heather Gray, City of Tuscaloosa; Chris Gunter, Buffalo Rock Company / Pepsi-Cola; Jim Harrison, III, Harrison Galleries, LLC; Bruce Higginbotham, City of Northport; Scott Holmes, City of Tuscaloosa; Cal Holt, Knight Sign Industries; Justin Holt, Southern Ale House / Dotson’s; Jonathan Hood, FNB of Central Alabama; Katy Beth Jackson, City of Tuscaloosa; Carl Jamison, JamisonMoneyFarmer PC; Julie Jamison; London Jenkins, City of Tuscaloosa; Donny Jones, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Steve Kellough, Raymond James; Drew Kyle, Kyle Office Solutions; Robert Lanoux, Ward Scott Architecture; James Leitner, Simplified Medical Management, LLC; Councilman Jay Logan, City of Northport; Mayor Walt Maddox, City of Tuscaloosa; Blake Madison, Rosen Harwood, P.A.; Susan Madison, A Bean Counter, LLC; Amy Materson, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Gina McClanahan; Scott McClanahan, Paragon HM at Morgan Stanley; Anita McClure; Dean McClure, TTL, Inc.; Jill McDonald, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Bruce McMurray; Kimberly McMurray, Behavioral Health Facility Consulting, LLC; Jarrod Milligan, City of Tuscaloosa; Gary Minor, Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority; Brendan Moore, City of Tuscaloosa; Jason Moore, Shelton State Community College; Wilson Moore, Pritchett-Moore, Inc.; Dr. Jacqueline Morgan, The University of Alabama; Robert Morgan, Rosen Harwood, P.A.; Jordan Morris, Ward Scott Architecture; Councilor Phyllis Odom, City of Tuscaloosa; John Owens, Owens & Millsaps, LLP; Jim Page, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Tim Parker, III, Parker Towing Company; Sam Parks, SmartBank; David Pass, Miers Pass Philanthropy; Rodney Pelt, Mind Changers, Inc.; Jordan Plaster, Plaster, Scarvey and Shumaker of Ameriprise Financial; Representative Bill Poole, Watson & Poole, LLC, Alabama House of Representatives; Ellen Potts, Habitat for Humanity of Tuscaloosa; Jabaree Prewitt, WVUA23; Deborah Price; Ron Price; Bill Lunsford Construction, Inc.; Councilor Eddie Pugh, City of Tuscaloosa; Cherry Pugh; Jasmine Rainey, Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports; David Rains, Randall-Reilly, LLC; Matt Ray, Eatmybeats, Inc.,; Nikki Ray, Eatmybeats, Inc.; Bobby Rice, The Tuscaloosa News; Judge Rob Robertson, Tuscaloosa County Commission; Richard Rush, City of Tuscaloosa; Cooper Shattuck, Cooper Shattuck, LLC; Robert Shaw, Hamner Real Estate, Inc.; Justice Smyth, Alabama Transportation Institute; Susan Snowden, City of Tuscaloosa; Al Spencer; Leanne Spencer; Don Staley, Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports; Ryan Stallings, Alabama ONE; Steve Steele, BBVA; Sontonia Stephens, Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc.; Rob Steward, Alabama Power Company; Mark Sullivan, Synovus; Mary Mike Sullivan; Dr. Rick Swatloski, The University of Alabama; Charlie Taylor, The University of Alabama System; Eric Thompson, City of Tuscaloosa; Terry Thomas, City of Tuscaloosa; Mitt Tubbs, Tuscaloosa Police Department; Tera Tubbs, City of Tuscaloosa; Tina Turley, Theatre Tuscaloosa; Bill Walker, Regions Bank; Jason Walker, TTL, Inc.; Brandy Walker; Freddie Washington, Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc.; Glenda Webb, City of Tuscaloosa; Hays Webb, Tuscaloosa County District Attorney’s Office; Ben Welch, SmartBank; Dakota Whitten, City of Tuscaloosa; Kendra Williams, Tuscaloosa City Board of Education; Bryan Winter, Winter McFarland, LLC; Elizabeth Winter, Regions Bank; Sandra Wolfe, The Arts & Humanities Council of Tuscaloosa County, Inc.; Bill Wright, FRSTeam; Tammy Wyatt, City of Tuscaloosa

MORE THAN 120 BUSINESS OWNERS AND EXECUTIVES, ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS, NON-PROFIT REPRESENTATIVES, AND COMMUNITY LEADERS JOINED THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF WEST ALABAMA JULY 21-23 IN CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE, FOR THE THIRD ANNUAL BENCHMARKING TRIP, PRESENTED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA.

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Selected for a range of reasons that include the city’s riverfront and downtown redevelopment, affordable housing program, and evolution to a magnet for educated talent, the delegation heard from business leaders, entrepreneurs and government officials who told the story of Chattanooga’s transformation.

Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox said he was excited to see how Chattanooga had elevated their city, as many of the steps they had taken could work for Tuscaloosa, and he felt affirmed by the community’s decision to support Elevate Tuscaloosa. “I feel affirmed that we have so many community leaders in here – it’s not just the city – we’re all in this together,” he said. “It’s going to take our private sector, our public sector, people across different parts of our city. We’ve all got to pitch in to take our community to the next level, and we’ve got all the ingredients to do it.”

STICKING TO A PLAN

Kim White, President and CEO, River City Company, discussed Chattanooga’s strategic approach to economic development in the downtown and riverfront areas.

“River City Company was established to wake up every

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2019 CHATTANOOGA

THIS TRIP IS GOOD FOR EVERYONE – COME, LEARN, GET NEW IDEAS AND MOVE OUR COMMUNITY TOWARD A BIGGER AND BRIGHTER FUTURE THAT WE ALL WANT. —Tim Parker, III President, Parker Towing Company

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2019 BENCHMARKING TRIP PARTICIPANTS Kimberly Adams, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Councilor Cynthia Almond, City of Tuscaloosa; Chief Steve Anderson, Tuscaloosa Police Department; Ben Bickerstaff, The University of Alabama; Thomas Bobitt, City of Tuscaloosa; Bobby Bragg, JamisonMoneyFarmer PC; Charlye Brandon, Allstate Coley Agency; Alvin Brewer, City of Tuscaloosa; Audrey Buck, City of Tuscaloosa; Bobby Buffaloe, Home Instead Senior Care of Tuscaloosa; Stephaine Buffaloe, Home Instead Senior Care of Tuscaloosa; Bryan Chandler, Tuscaloosa County Industrial Development Authority; Mark Hughes Cobb, The Tuscaloosa News; Michele Coley, Allstate Coley Agency; Paul Connolly, TCC Acquisition Partners, LLC; Ashley Crites, City of Tuscaloosa; Wade Dailey, Wells Fargo Bank; Steven Deal, Pritchett-Moore, Inc., David DuBose, Townsquare Media; Mason Dyess, Harry’s Bar; Amy Echols, Kentuck; Mike Echols, Echols, Taylor & Associates; Claude Edwards, Bryant Bank; Mike Ellis, Ellis Architects, Inc.; Matt Fajack, The University of Alabama; Jake French, Harry’s Bar; Barkley Garrett, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Tracy Gatewood, The Locker Room; Jheovanny Gomez, Jalapenos Mexican Grill; Heyward Gould, FNB of Central Alabama; Chris Grace, Barge Design Solutions; Gina Grace; Erica Grant, Tuscaloosa City Board of Education; Heather Gray, City of Tuscaloosa; Chris Gunter, Buffalo Rock Company / Pepsi-Cola; Jim Harrison, III, Harrison Galleries, LLC; Bruce Higginbotham, City of Northport; Scott Holmes, City of Tuscaloosa; Cal Holt, Knight Sign Industries; Justin Holt, Southern Ale House / Dotson’s; Jonathan Hood, FNB of Central Alabama; Katy Beth Jackson, City of Tuscaloosa; Carl Jamison, JamisonMoneyFarmer PC; Julie Jamison; London Jenkins, City of Tuscaloosa; Donny Jones, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Steve Kellough, Raymond James; Drew Kyle, Kyle Office Solutions; Robert Lanoux, Ward Scott Architecture; James Leitner, Simplified Medical Management, LLC; Councilman Jay Logan, City of Northport; Mayor Walt Maddox, City of Tuscaloosa; Blake Madison, Rosen Harwood, P.A.; Susan Madison, A Bean Counter, LLC; Amy Materson, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Gina McClanahan; Scott McClanahan, Paragon HM at Morgan Stanley; Anita McClure; Dean McClure, TTL, Inc.; Jill McDonald, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Bruce McMurray; Kimberly McMurray, Behavioral Health Facility Consulting, LLC; Jarrod Milligan, City of Tuscaloosa; Gary Minor, Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority; Brendan Moore, City of Tuscaloosa; Jason Moore, Shelton State Community College; Wilson Moore, Pritchett-Moore, Inc.; Dr. Jacqueline Morgan, The University of Alabama; Robert Morgan, Rosen Harwood, P.A.; Jordan Morris, Ward Scott Architecture; Councilor Phyllis Odom, City of Tuscaloosa; John Owens, Owens & Millsaps, LLP; Jim Page, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Tim Parker, III, Parker Towing Company; Sam Parks, SmartBank; David Pass, Miers Pass Philanthropy; Rodney Pelt, Mind Changers, Inc.; Jordan Plaster, Plaster, Scarvey and Shumaker of Ameriprise Financial; Representative Bill Poole, Watson & Poole, LLC, Alabama House of Representatives; Ellen Potts, Habitat for Humanity of Tuscaloosa; Jabaree Prewitt, WVUA23; Deborah Price; Ron Price; Bill Lunsford Construction, Inc.; Councilor Eddie Pugh, City of Tuscaloosa; Cherry Pugh; Jasmine Rainey, Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports; David Rains, Randall-Reilly, LLC; Matt Ray, Eatmybeats, Inc.,; Nikki Ray, Eatmybeats, Inc.; Bobby Rice, The Tuscaloosa News; Judge Rob Robertson, Tuscaloosa County Commission; Richard Rush, City of Tuscaloosa; Cooper Shattuck, Cooper Shattuck, LLC; Robert Shaw, Hamner Real Estate, Inc.; Justice Smyth, Alabama Transportation Institute; Susan Snowden, City of Tuscaloosa; Al Spencer; Leanne Spencer; Don Staley, Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports; Ryan Stallings, Alabama ONE; Steve Steele, BBVA; Sontonia Stephens, Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc.; Rob Steward, Alabama Power Company; Mark Sullivan, Synovus; Mary Mike Sullivan; Dr. Rick Swatloski, The University of Alabama; Charlie Taylor, The University of Alabama System; Eric Thompson, City of Tuscaloosa; Terry Thomas, City of Tuscaloosa; Mitt Tubbs, Tuscaloosa Police Department; Tera Tubbs, City of Tuscaloosa; Tina Turley, Theatre Tuscaloosa; Bill Walker, Regions Bank; Jason Walker, TTL, Inc.; Brandy Walker; Freddie Washington, Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc.; Glenda Webb, City of Tuscaloosa; Hays Webb, Tuscaloosa County District Attorney’s Office; Ben Welch, SmartBank; Dakota Whitten, City of Tuscaloosa; Kendra Williams, Tuscaloosa City Board of Education; Bryan Winter, Winter McFarland, LLC; Elizabeth Winter, Regions Bank; Sandra Wolfe, The Arts & Humanities Council of Tuscaloosa County, Inc.; Bill Wright, FRSTeam; Tammy Wyatt, City of Tuscaloosa

MORE THAN 120 BUSINESS OWNERS AND EXECUTIVES, ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS, NON-PROFIT REPRESENTATIVES, AND COMMUNITY LEADERS JOINED THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF WEST ALABAMA JULY 21-23 IN CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE, FOR THE THIRD ANNUAL BENCHMARKING TRIP, PRESENTED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA.

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Selected for a range of reasons that include the city’s riverfront and downtown redevelopment, affordable housing program, and evolution to a magnet for educated talent, the delegation heard from business leaders, entrepreneurs and government officials who told the story of Chattanooga’s transformation.

Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox said he was excited to see how Chattanooga had elevated their city, as many of the steps they had taken could work for Tuscaloosa, and he felt affirmed by the community’s decision to support Elevate Tuscaloosa. “I feel affirmed that we have so many community leaders in here – it’s not just the city – we’re all in this together,” he said. “It’s going to take our private sector, our public sector, people across different parts of our city. We’ve all got to pitch in to take our community to the next level, and we’ve got all the ingredients to do it.”

STICKING TO A PLAN

Kim White, President and CEO, River City Company, discussed Chattanooga’s strategic approach to economic development in the downtown and riverfront areas.

“River City Company was established to wake up every

“

“

2019 CHATTANOOGA

THIS TRIP IS GOOD FOR EVERYONE – COME, LEARN, GET NEW IDEAS AND MOVE OUR COMMUNITY TOWARD A BIGGER AND BRIGHTER FUTURE THAT WE ALL WANT. —Tim Parker, III President, Parker Towing Company

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ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES

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“THE LESSONS FROM A COMMUNITY LIKE CHATTANOOGA ARE CLEAR AND IMPRESSIVE: THINK BOLD, DREAM BIG, AND PURSUE THOSE VISIONS AGGRESSIVELY.”

day focused on implementing the Tennessee River Park Master Plan,” White explained. A private non-profit, River City Company acquired riverfront property to ensure quality development as well as adherence to the masterplan. The economic development engine for downtown Chattanooga, River City Company cultivates and advocates for a vibrant and healthy downtown, stimulating the community’s economic, cultural, and social growth. River City boasts an annual budget of $3.6 million, with no funds from the city or county. Their $1.2 million operating budget is funded from RCC development revenue, and fundraising brings in approximately $300,000 annually.

Successful projects include the Tennessee River Walk, Tennessee Aquarium, Walnut Street Bridge, the downtown Riverset Apartment Complex, and more.

Tim Parker, III, who lived in Chattanooga for 12 years, said he always finds it interesting to come back to the city and see what has changed, and there are definitely lessons that can be applied to West Alabama.

“We can learn from the mistakes they’ve made – things

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—Representative Bill Poole

that haven’t worked for them as well as things that have worked,” he said. “This trip is good for everyone – come, learn, get new ideas and move Tuscaloosa toward a bigger and brighter future that we all want.”

Attendees also received an in-depth look at how Chattangooga became the first city in the United States to offer gigabit speed internet service citywide, courtesy of Hodgen Mainda, Vice President for Community Development, EPB. The municipal utility launched EPB Fiber Optics in 2009, and today has a 9,000-mile fiber network and advanced smart grid.

Reducing outages by 50 percent, the smart grid saves customers more than $50 million per year.

Mainda discussed the options for bringing fast broadband to other communities. As an eco-friendly, cost-effective solution, Mainda said fiber is the future.

“The business case can look challenging because capital costs are substantial, and you will have competition from the incumbent provider,” he said. “but it fits communities better than private companies.”

Although participants were in Chattanooga to study positive outcomes, the attendees also looked at tough challenges the city has faced, including crime and blight. During a session with Chief David Roddy of the Chattanooga Police Department, and Donna Williams, the Director of Economic and Community Development for the City of Chattanooga, Roddy touched on the struggles the city has had to overcome, and the impact of community policing in reducing crime and improving community relations.

Rep. Bill Poole said he was encouraged by the number of people who wanted to make a difference in our community. “The fact that we have over a hundred people from Tuscaloosa taking the time to come to an event like this, sit and learn, and think about how we can make Tuscaloosa a better community for everybody is the benefit of a trip like this,” Poole said.

“The lessons from a community like Chattanooga are clear and impressive: think bold, dream big, and pursue those visions aggressively.”

During breakout sessions, topics included talent development, entrepreneurship and small business development, workforce housing, and arts and culture.

Following the work sessions, the group visited the Hunter Museum of American Art, where they were joined by The Honorable Bob Corker, former United States Senator and former Mayor of Chattanooga, who played a critical role in the city’s downtown development and economic growth.

The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama 2020 Benchmarking Trip destination is Asheville, North Carolina.

Attendees also delved into the economic impact of tourism, and the future of Chattanooga. Convening at the Chattanooga Convention Center, Brian Murphy with the Chattanooga Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Mike Shuford with the Convention Center discussed the billion dollar tourism industry and experience economy.

Don Staley, President and CEO of Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports, found the tourism portion of the benchmarking trip of critical importance. “As we move forward, the key takeaway for me is to make sure we build it right in the beginning,” he said.

“We’re Tuscaloosa; we’re title town. We can do what they do here with what we have, as long as we have the pieces to the puzzle.”

The group also heard from Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke, who took questions from the group on a range of topics, and Christy Gillenwater, the President and CEO of the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, who gave the group an overview of Chattanooga Climbs, a visioning process and part of a five-year economic development strategy.

In a wrap-up session prior to leaving Chattanooga, the group discussed key lessons learned, facilitated by Dr. Jacqueline Morgan of The University of Alabama.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

PLATINUM AND NETWORKING RECEPTION SPONSOR

SmartBank

GOLD SPONSORS

Bryant Bank Buffalo Rock Plaster, Scarvey & Shumaker of Ameriprise Financial Raymond James TTL, Inc. Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Ward Scott Architecture Wells Fargo SILVER SPONSORS

FRSTeam Tuscaloosa County WELCOME RECEPTION SPONSOR

Miers Pass Philanthropy

TRANSPORTATION SPONSOR

Southland Benefit Solutions

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“THE LESSONS FROM A COMMUNITY LIKE CHATTANOOGA ARE CLEAR AND IMPRESSIVE: THINK BOLD, DREAM BIG, AND PURSUE THOSE VISIONS AGGRESSIVELY.”

day focused on implementing the Tennessee River Park Master Plan,” White explained. A private non-profit, River City Company acquired riverfront property to ensure quality development as well as adherence to the masterplan. The economic development engine for downtown Chattanooga, River City Company cultivates and advocates for a vibrant and healthy downtown, stimulating the community’s economic, cultural, and social growth. River City boasts an annual budget of $3.6 million, with no funds from the city or county. Their $1.2 million operating budget is funded from RCC development revenue, and fundraising brings in approximately $300,000 annually.

Successful projects include the Tennessee River Walk, Tennessee Aquarium, Walnut Street Bridge, the downtown Riverset Apartment Complex, and more.

Tim Parker, III, who lived in Chattanooga for 12 years, said he always finds it interesting to come back to the city and see what has changed, and there are definitely lessons that can be applied to West Alabama.

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—Representative Bill Poole

that haven’t worked for them as well as things that have worked,” he said. “This trip is good for everyone – come, learn, get new ideas and move Tuscaloosa toward a bigger and brighter future that we all want.”

Attendees also received an in-depth look at how Chattangooga became the first city in the United States to offer gigabit speed internet service citywide, courtesy of Hodgen Mainda, Vice President for Community Development, EPB. The municipal utility launched EPB Fiber Optics in 2009, and today has a 9,000-mile fiber network and advanced smart grid.

Reducing outages by 50 percent, the smart grid saves customers more than $50 million per year.

Mainda discussed the options for bringing fast broadband to other communities. As an eco-friendly, cost-effective solution, Mainda said fiber is the future.

“The business case can look challenging because capital costs are substantial, and you will have competition from the incumbent provider,” he said. “but it fits communities better than private companies.”

Although participants were in Chattanooga to study positive outcomes, the attendees also looked at tough challenges the city has faced, including crime and blight. During a session with Chief David Roddy of the Chattanooga Police Department, and Donna Williams, the Director of Economic and Community Development for the City of Chattanooga, Roddy touched on the struggles the city has had to overcome, and the impact of community policing in reducing crime and improving community relations.

Rep. Bill Poole said he was encouraged by the number of people who wanted to make a difference in our community. “The fact that we have over a hundred people from Tuscaloosa taking the time to come to an event like this, sit and learn, and think about how we can make Tuscaloosa a better community for everybody is the benefit of a trip like this,” Poole said.

“The lessons from a community like Chattanooga are clear and impressive: think bold, dream big, and pursue those visions aggressively.”

During breakout sessions, topics included talent development, entrepreneurship and small business development, workforce housing, and arts and culture.

Following the work sessions, the group visited the Hunter Museum of American Art, where they were joined by The Honorable Bob Corker, former United States Senator and former Mayor of Chattanooga, who played a critical role in the city’s downtown development and economic growth.

The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama 2020 Benchmarking Trip destination is Asheville, North Carolina.

Attendees also delved into the economic impact of tourism, and the future of Chattanooga. Convening at the Chattanooga Convention Center, Brian Murphy with the Chattanooga Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Mike Shuford with the Convention Center discussed the billion dollar tourism industry and experience economy.

Don Staley, President and CEO of Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports, found the tourism portion of the benchmarking trip of critical importance. “As we move forward, the key takeaway for me is to make sure we build it right in the beginning,” he said.

“We’re Tuscaloosa; we’re title town. We can do what they do here with what we have, as long as we have the pieces to the puzzle.”

The group also heard from Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke, who took questions from the group on a range of topics, and Christy Gillenwater, the President and CEO of the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, who gave the group an overview of Chattanooga Climbs, a visioning process and part of a five-year economic development strategy.

In a wrap-up session prior to leaving Chattanooga, the group discussed key lessons learned, facilitated by Dr. Jacqueline Morgan of The University of Alabama.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

PLATINUM AND NETWORKING RECEPTION SPONSOR

SmartBank

GOLD SPONSORS

Bryant Bank Buffalo Rock Plaster, Scarvey & Shumaker of Ameriprise Financial Raymond James TTL, Inc. Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Ward Scott Architecture Wells Fargo SILVER SPONSORS

FRSTeam Tuscaloosa County WELCOME RECEPTION SPONSOR

Miers Pass Philanthropy

TRANSPORTATION SPONSOR

Southland Benefit Solutions

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PEOPLE OPTIMUM CONSULTING, LLC

EFFIE’S

PATHWAYS INTENTIONAL MEMORY CARE

Regency Retirement Village 5001 Old Montgomery Hwy. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 752-5500 Sonja Edwards

MCDONALD’S NORTHPORT

404 Queen City Ave. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-1814 Terry Davis

EL GRAN PATRON MEXICAN GRILL

STRETCH ZONE TUSCALOOSA

PLANET FITNESS SKYLAND

BRICK & SPOON

VITOLA FINE CIGARS

BRYANT BANK

SIMPLIFIED MEDICAL MANAGEMENT

LA BIKINI

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 201-0040 Mildred Black Hooks

62 McFarland Blvd.

Northport, AL 35473 (205) 239-6911 Carlos Leal

2314 6th St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 331-4313 Harris Saunders

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2370 Jack Warner Pkwy., Ste. 105, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 242-3672 Caroline Barnes

1901 University Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 710-6100 Claude Edwards

635 Skyland Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 506-2717 Justin Satcher

208 McFarland Cir. N., Ste. 200 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 366-3565 James Leitner

2000 Highway 82 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 932-8691 Rick Hanna

2318 4th St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-0001 Eric Beech

1451 Dr. Edward Hilliard Dr. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 292-8113 Nikki Richardson facebook.com/chambertusc | twitter.com/chambertusc

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PEOPLE OPTIMUM CONSULTING, LLC

EFFIE’S

PATHWAYS INTENTIONAL MEMORY CARE

Regency Retirement Village 5001 Old Montgomery Hwy. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 752-5500 Sonja Edwards

MCDONALD’S NORTHPORT

404 Queen City Ave. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-1814 Terry Davis

EL GRAN PATRON MEXICAN GRILL

STRETCH ZONE TUSCALOOSA

PLANET FITNESS SKYLAND

BRICK & SPOON

VITOLA FINE CIGARS

BRYANT BANK

SIMPLIFIED MEDICAL MANAGEMENT

LA BIKINI

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 201-0040 Mildred Black Hooks

62 McFarland Blvd.

Northport, AL 35473 (205) 239-6911 Carlos Leal

2314 6th St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 331-4313 Harris Saunders

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2370 Jack Warner Pkwy., Ste. 105, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 242-3672 Caroline Barnes

1901 University Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 710-6100 Claude Edwards

635 Skyland Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 506-2717 Justin Satcher

208 McFarland Cir. N., Ste. 200 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 366-3565 James Leitner

2000 Highway 82 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 932-8691 Rick Hanna

2318 4th St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-0001 Eric Beech

1451 Dr. Edward Hilliard Dr. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 292-8113 Nikki Richardson facebook.com/chambertusc | twitter.com/chambertusc

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NEXT LEVEL INVESTORS

LEADING THE WAY

GAME CHANGERS

CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE CEO COUNCIL BelFlex Staffing Network |BFGoodrich Tire Manufacturing | Cardiology Consultants, P.C. | Harrison Construction

Company, Inc. | Hunt Refining Company | JamisonMoneyFarmer PC | Knight Sign Industries, Inc. | Miers Pass Philanthropy | Shelton State Community College | Synovus | The University of Alabama College of Arts and Sciences

INVESTOR LEADERS Adams Beverages | Alabama Credit Union | AT&T | Barge Design Solutions, Inc. | Cintas | Coral Industries, BRADLEY’S MARKET

700 Towncenter Blvd., Ste. 2 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 799-6320 Bradley Bailey

ACE HARDWARE

400 McFarland Blvd., A-2 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 409-8669 David Majure

Inc. | Industrial Warehouse Service Inc. | John Plott Company Inc. | McGiffert and Associates, LLC | Parker Towing Company | Pritchett-Moore, Inc. | Spire, Inc. | The Westervelt Company | The WHMZ Group at Morgan Stanley | Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. | TTL, Inc. | Tuscaloosa Coca-Cola Bottling Company | ZF Chassis Systems, LLC

GROWTH PARTNERS Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama | Boone Newspapers, Inc. | Buffalo Rock Company/Pepsi-Cola |

Burk-Kleinpeter, Inc. | Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc. | DT Freight, LLC | Ellis Architects, Inc. | Fitts Agency | Harrison Galleries, LLC | Hotel Indigo | Jalapenos Mexican Grill | Lear Corporation | Mercedes of Tuscaloosa | Neel-Schaffer, Inc. | Northport Auto Supply Co., Inc. | Plaster, Scarvey & Shumaker | The Radiology Clinic | Robertson Banking Company | The Builders Group of West Alabama, LLC | The Lance Hocutt Financial Group | The Legacy Connection (TLC) | Ward Scott Architecture | Way, Ray, Shelton & Company, P.C. - CPA

COMMUNITY COLLEAGUES ARD Logistics - Alabama, LLC | Bama Concrete Products Co., Inc. | BBVA | Cadence Bank, N.A. | Chick-fil-A of Northport | Echols, Taylor & Associates, P.C. | FNB of Central Alabama | Hampton Inn University | Kyle Office Solutions | The Locker Room | Metalsa Tuscaloosa, Inc. | Raymond James | Remmert Company | Renasant Bank | SmartBank | Spiller Furniture & Mattress | TotalCom, Inc. | Winter McFarland

THE EDGE

SMILE DOCTORS OF TUSCALOOSA

NORTHPORT FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE

THE CBD STORE

2627 10th Avenue Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401 (205) 348-3343 Dr. Theresa Welbourne

5404 Watermelon Rd. Northport, AL 35473 (205) 750-3140 Ricky Sherrod

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220 Rice Mine Rd. NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 556-3266 Sarah Halliday

900 Main Ave. Northport, AL 35476 (205) 737-7984 Areli Bryan facebook.com/chambertusc | twitter.com/chambertusc

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NEXT LEVEL INVESTORS

LEADING THE WAY

GAME CHANGERS

CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE CEO COUNCIL BelFlex Staffing Network |BFGoodrich Tire Manufacturing | Cardiology Consultants, P.C. | Harrison Construction

Company, Inc. | Hunt Refining Company | JamisonMoneyFarmer PC | Knight Sign Industries, Inc. | Miers Pass Philanthropy | Shelton State Community College | Synovus | The University of Alabama College of Arts and Sciences

INVESTOR LEADERS Adams Beverages | Alabama Credit Union | AT&T | Barge Design Solutions, Inc. | Cintas | Coral Industries, BRADLEY’S MARKET

700 Towncenter Blvd., Ste. 2 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 799-6320 Bradley Bailey

ACE HARDWARE

400 McFarland Blvd., A-2 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 409-8669 David Majure

Inc. | Industrial Warehouse Service Inc. | John Plott Company Inc. | McGiffert and Associates, LLC | Parker Towing Company | Pritchett-Moore, Inc. | Spire, Inc. | The Westervelt Company | The WHMZ Group at Morgan Stanley | Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. | TTL, Inc. | Tuscaloosa Coca-Cola Bottling Company | ZF Chassis Systems, LLC

GROWTH PARTNERS Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama | Boone Newspapers, Inc. | Buffalo Rock Company/Pepsi-Cola |

Burk-Kleinpeter, Inc. | Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc. | DT Freight, LLC | Ellis Architects, Inc. | Fitts Agency | Harrison Galleries, LLC | Hotel Indigo | Jalapenos Mexican Grill | Lear Corporation | Mercedes of Tuscaloosa | Neel-Schaffer, Inc. | Northport Auto Supply Co., Inc. | Plaster, Scarvey & Shumaker | The Radiology Clinic | Robertson Banking Company | The Builders Group of West Alabama, LLC | The Lance Hocutt Financial Group | The Legacy Connection (TLC) | Ward Scott Architecture | Way, Ray, Shelton & Company, P.C. - CPA

COMMUNITY COLLEAGUES ARD Logistics - Alabama, LLC | Bama Concrete Products Co., Inc. | BBVA | Cadence Bank, N.A. | Chick-fil-A of Northport | Echols, Taylor & Associates, P.C. | FNB of Central Alabama | Hampton Inn University | Kyle Office Solutions | The Locker Room | Metalsa Tuscaloosa, Inc. | Raymond James | Remmert Company | Renasant Bank | SmartBank | Spiller Furniture & Mattress | TotalCom, Inc. | Winter McFarland

THE EDGE

SMILE DOCTORS OF TUSCALOOSA

NORTHPORT FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE

THE CBD STORE

2627 10th Avenue Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401 (205) 348-3343 Dr. Theresa Welbourne

5404 Watermelon Rd. Northport, AL 35473 (205) 750-3140 Ricky Sherrod

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220 Rice Mine Rd. NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 556-3266 Sarah Halliday

900 Main Ave. Northport, AL 35476 (205) 737-7984 Areli Bryan facebook.com/chambertusc | twitter.com/chambertusc

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NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS ACE HARDWARE 400 McFarland Blvd.

Suite A2 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 409-8669 David Majure

Hardware

ADVANCE AMERICA 3120 McFarland Blvd., Ste. 15 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 339-7877 Ebony Chism

Payday Loans / Financial Services ALLEGRO FAMILY CLINIC NORTHPORT 1116 Mitt Lary Rd. Northport, AL 35475 (205) 556-5634 Abby Shaw

Health Care Services – General ALLIANCE PUBLISHING, LLC 400 Office Park Drive, Suite 306 Birmingham, AL 35223 (205) 410-5000 Tim Young

Publishing / Online Media / Publishers AMERITEK DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS 102 Oxmoor Road Birmingham, AL 35209 (205) 856-9925 Michael Rogers

Office Machines / Supplies APPTOO INC. 811 5th Ave. N. Birmingham, AL 35203 (205) 826-6518 Paul Still

Consultants / Web Design / Ad Specialties ATTRACTIONAL MARKETING 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Dr. Birmingham, AL 35242 (205) 405-0618 Daniel Gallegly

Advertising Agencies & Consultants

AVAIL MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC 1105 Southview Lane Ste. 103-275 Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 462-7997 Liza Nicholson

Consultants / Health Care Services – General BARGE DESIGN SOLUTIONS, INC. 3535 Grandview Parkway, Ste. 500 Birmingham, AL 35243 (205) 298-6074 Chris Grace

Engineers / Professional / Consulting

BEVILL STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1411 Indiana Ave. Jasper, AL 35501 (800) 648-3271 Kim Ennis

Education / Education – Faculty

September 1, 2018 – July 31, 2019

BLAZE PIZZA 1800 McFarland Blvd E., Suite 600 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (504) 722-2230 Sable LeFrere

CLARKS ELEGANCE 4838 Pelham Heights Rd. Cottondale, AL 35453 (205) 239-0779 Vern Clark

BLOOM FLOWER TRUCK Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 454-8595

COLVIN AUTO SALES & SERVICES, LLC 260 Skyland Blvd. E. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 391-9411 Willie Colvin Sr.

Restaurants

Kristin Logan Florist & Gifts

BRADLEY’S MARKET 700 Towncenter Blvd., Ste. 2 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 764-1939 Bradley Bailey

Gift Shop / Boutique

BRICK & SPOON 2318 4th St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-0001 Eric Beech

Restaurant / Catering

BRIGHT STAR CATERING 304 19th St. N. Bessemer, AL 35020 (205) 417-0805 Leigh Hays

Caterers

CAMGIAN MICROSYSTEMS CORPORATION 100 Research Blvd, Suite 313 Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 320-1028 Michelle Parisi

Engineers - Professional Industrial CAPITOL PARK TITLE LLC 2824 7th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 409-8779 Cynthia Almond

Real Estate Closing / Title Work CAROLINA HANDLING 33 Barber Ct. Birmingham, AL 35209 (205) 402-0640 Brady Brown

Warehouses

CARRIE FITTS REAL ESTATE, LLC 2021 8th St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 248-7353 Carrie Fitts

Real Estate / Realty / Realtors CARVER DEWITT AND PALM CPAS LLC 1820 Rice Mine Rd. N, Ste. 100 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 758-1800 John DeWitt CPA, JD

Accountants - Certified Public / CPA CHECKER’S NORTHPORT 5620 McFarland Blvd.

Northport, AL 35476 (205) 654-5050 Larry Rockwell

Restaurants

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Events - Design / Rental Services

Automobile Dealers - New/Used CONSTANGY, BROOKS, SMITH & PROPHETE, LLP 2 Chase Corporate Dr., Ste. 120 Birmingham, AL 35244 (205) 252-9321

Thomas Scroggins Legal Services

COOL CRATE STORAGE 5000 Union Station Northport, AL 35473 (205) 764-9418 Lee Henderson

Storage - Commercial / Mini / Self CRIMSON COVER, INC. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 657-1831 Lane Parker

Television Production / Commercials / Website CURTIS CREATIONS 4605 Hargrove Rd. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 737-2377 Veronica Curtis

EL GRAN PATRON MEXICAN GRILL 62 McFarland Blvd.

Northport, AL 35473 (205) 239-6911 Carlos Leal

HALF SHELL OYSTER HOUSE 2325 University Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 860-7001 Will Turner

ELOGENE’S HOUSE OF EXQUISITE ELEGANCE Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 792-9997 Elogene Hughes

HAMNER’S CRUISES & VACATIONS 10396 House Bend Road Northport, AL 35475 (205) 331-5386 Kristy Hamner

Restaurant / Catering

Education / Wellness / Professional Speaking & Training

EMPLOYMENT SCREENING SERVICES 2700 Corporate Drive, Suite 100 Birmingham, AL 35242 (205) 879-0143 Kevin Wade

Services

EVANNA’S BRIDAL BOUTIQUE & ALTERATIONS 80 McFarland Blvd., Suite 7 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 737-7154 Eva Golebiowski

Bridal Shops

EVOLVE TUSCALOOSA 680 6th Avenue NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 632-1213 Kimberly Harper

Real Estate / Apartments / Condo

Retail - Events / Weddings/ Interiors

FAMILY PHARMACY 1110 Mitt Lary Road Northport, AL 35475 (205) 409-9777 Stephanie Crawford

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD/ EGS COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE 2100 3rd Avenue North, Suite 700 Birmingham, AL 35203 (205) 939-4440 Audra Willingham

FARM BOWL & JUICE CO. 1470 Northbank Parkway, Suite 170 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 344-1938 Vince Hunter

Real Estate / Realty / Realtors

DELTA UTILITY SERVICES, INC. AND LAND MANAGEMENT DIVISION 12075 Rose Ind. Drive Brookwood, AL 35444 (205) 454-4673 Kellie Blackmon

Construction / Site Preparation / Development DEREK DANIEL STATE FARM 1214 McFarland Blvd. NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 758-3391 Derek Daniel

Insurance / Financial Service DIXIE MECHANICAL, INC. 2645 18th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 248-8888 Doug Killough

Construction / Fabrication Heavy Industrial

Drug Stores / Pharmacies

Restaurant / Catering

FARMERS INSURANCE 22 Inverness Center Pkwy, Suite 560 Birmingham, AL 35242 (205) 209-1545 LeAnna Brennan

Insurance

FRESH COAT PAINTERS OF TUSCALOOSA Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 413-8166 Jim Rainey

Contractors - Painting

FUN FACTORY BOUNCING PARTIES 2741 Southside Drive #1 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-5454 Xiomy Bracken

Entertainment / Services / Facility Indoor Children’s Play / Rental GRIFOLS PLASMA 3201 10th Ave Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 752-1547 Scott Lowry

Health Care Facilities

Restaurants / Events Space

Travel Agencies

HARRY’S BAR 1330 Hargrove Rd. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 792-2741 Jake French

Lounges / Nightclubs

HEALTHY 4 LIFE MASSAGE 526 14th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-4441 Kevin Yessick

Massage

HEAVY HAULERS, LLC Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 523-1153 Sheldon Jackson

Logistics / Transportation Services / Transportation HORTON OUTDOOR 162 West Main Street, Suite 101 Cartersville, GA 30120 (256) 740-9019 Robbie Burdine

(2055 391-6000 SealyRealty.com

(2055 409-9213 SealyFurnitureOutlet.com

Advertising - Outdoor

I CELL MOBILE 6570 Hwy. 69 S., Suite D2 Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 349-2070 Finley Brown

Cell Phone / Computer Repair IVY HOUSE BOUTIQUE 4851 Rice Mine Rd., Ste. 550 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 243-8793 Morgan Lancaster

Retail - Boutique

JULIO JONES KIA 4301 Greensboro Ave. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 345-8040 Deborah Wilson

Automobile Dealers - New/ Used KELLY WILKIN FLORAL CREATIVE Tuscaloosa, AL (205) 764-2292 Kelly Wilkin

Florist & Gifts

KRISTEN AMERSON YOUTH FOUNDATION, INC. PO Box 70443 Tuscaloosa,AL 35401 (205) 826-9740 JacQuan Winters

Non-Profit Organizations

L.A. BIKINI 1451 Edward Hillard Dr. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 292-8113 Nikki Richardson

Spa / Medical Services

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NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS ACE HARDWARE 400 McFarland Blvd.

Suite A2 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 409-8669 David Majure

Hardware

ADVANCE AMERICA 3120 McFarland Blvd., Ste. 15 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 339-7877 Ebony Chism

Payday Loans / Financial Services ALLEGRO FAMILY CLINIC NORTHPORT 1116 Mitt Lary Rd. Northport, AL 35475 (205) 556-5634 Abby Shaw

Health Care Services – General ALLIANCE PUBLISHING, LLC 400 Office Park Drive, Suite 306 Birmingham, AL 35223 (205) 410-5000 Tim Young

Publishing / Online Media / Publishers AMERITEK DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS 102 Oxmoor Road Birmingham, AL 35209 (205) 856-9925 Michael Rogers

Office Machines / Supplies APPTOO INC. 811 5th Ave. N. Birmingham, AL 35203 (205) 826-6518 Paul Still

Consultants / Web Design / Ad Specialties ATTRACTIONAL MARKETING 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Dr. Birmingham, AL 35242 (205) 405-0618 Daniel Gallegly

Advertising Agencies & Consultants

AVAIL MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC 1105 Southview Lane Ste. 103-275 Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 462-7997 Liza Nicholson

Consultants / Health Care Services – General BARGE DESIGN SOLUTIONS, INC. 3535 Grandview Parkway, Ste. 500 Birmingham, AL 35243 (205) 298-6074 Chris Grace

Engineers / Professional / Consulting

BEVILL STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1411 Indiana Ave. Jasper, AL 35501 (800) 648-3271 Kim Ennis

Education / Education – Faculty

September 1, 2018 – July 31, 2019

BLAZE PIZZA 1800 McFarland Blvd E., Suite 600 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (504) 722-2230 Sable LeFrere

CLARKS ELEGANCE 4838 Pelham Heights Rd. Cottondale, AL 35453 (205) 239-0779 Vern Clark

BLOOM FLOWER TRUCK Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 454-8595

COLVIN AUTO SALES & SERVICES, LLC 260 Skyland Blvd. E. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 391-9411 Willie Colvin Sr.

Restaurants

Kristin Logan Florist & Gifts

BRADLEY’S MARKET 700 Towncenter Blvd., Ste. 2 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 764-1939 Bradley Bailey

Gift Shop / Boutique

BRICK & SPOON 2318 4th St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-0001 Eric Beech

Restaurant / Catering

BRIGHT STAR CATERING 304 19th St. N. Bessemer, AL 35020 (205) 417-0805 Leigh Hays

Caterers

CAMGIAN MICROSYSTEMS CORPORATION 100 Research Blvd, Suite 313 Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 320-1028 Michelle Parisi

Engineers - Professional Industrial CAPITOL PARK TITLE LLC 2824 7th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 409-8779 Cynthia Almond

Real Estate Closing / Title Work CAROLINA HANDLING 33 Barber Ct. Birmingham, AL 35209 (205) 402-0640 Brady Brown

Warehouses

CARRIE FITTS REAL ESTATE, LLC 2021 8th St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 248-7353 Carrie Fitts

Real Estate / Realty / Realtors CARVER DEWITT AND PALM CPAS LLC 1820 Rice Mine Rd. N, Ste. 100 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 758-1800 John DeWitt CPA, JD

Accountants - Certified Public / CPA CHECKER’S NORTHPORT 5620 McFarland Blvd.

Northport, AL 35476 (205) 654-5050 Larry Rockwell

Restaurants

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Events - Design / Rental Services

Automobile Dealers - New/Used CONSTANGY, BROOKS, SMITH & PROPHETE, LLP 2 Chase Corporate Dr., Ste. 120 Birmingham, AL 35244 (205) 252-9321

Thomas Scroggins Legal Services

COOL CRATE STORAGE 5000 Union Station Northport, AL 35473 (205) 764-9418 Lee Henderson

Storage - Commercial / Mini / Self CRIMSON COVER, INC. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 657-1831 Lane Parker

Television Production / Commercials / Website CURTIS CREATIONS 4605 Hargrove Rd. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 737-2377 Veronica Curtis

EL GRAN PATRON MEXICAN GRILL 62 McFarland Blvd.

Northport, AL 35473 (205) 239-6911 Carlos Leal

HALF SHELL OYSTER HOUSE 2325 University Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 860-7001 Will Turner

ELOGENE’S HOUSE OF EXQUISITE ELEGANCE Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 792-9997 Elogene Hughes

HAMNER’S CRUISES & VACATIONS 10396 House Bend Road Northport, AL 35475 (205) 331-5386 Kristy Hamner

Restaurant / Catering

Education / Wellness / Professional Speaking & Training

EMPLOYMENT SCREENING SERVICES 2700 Corporate Drive, Suite 100 Birmingham, AL 35242 (205) 879-0143 Kevin Wade

Services

EVANNA’S BRIDAL BOUTIQUE & ALTERATIONS 80 McFarland Blvd., Suite 7 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 737-7154 Eva Golebiowski

Bridal Shops

EVOLVE TUSCALOOSA 680 6th Avenue NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 632-1213 Kimberly Harper

Real Estate / Apartments / Condo

Retail - Events / Weddings/ Interiors

FAMILY PHARMACY 1110 Mitt Lary Road Northport, AL 35475 (205) 409-9777 Stephanie Crawford

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD/ EGS COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE 2100 3rd Avenue North, Suite 700 Birmingham, AL 35203 (205) 939-4440 Audra Willingham

FARM BOWL & JUICE CO. 1470 Northbank Parkway, Suite 170 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 344-1938 Vince Hunter

Real Estate / Realty / Realtors

DELTA UTILITY SERVICES, INC. AND LAND MANAGEMENT DIVISION 12075 Rose Ind. Drive Brookwood, AL 35444 (205) 454-4673 Kellie Blackmon

Construction / Site Preparation / Development DEREK DANIEL STATE FARM 1214 McFarland Blvd. NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 758-3391 Derek Daniel

Insurance / Financial Service DIXIE MECHANICAL, INC. 2645 18th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 248-8888 Doug Killough

Construction / Fabrication Heavy Industrial

Drug Stores / Pharmacies

Restaurant / Catering

FARMERS INSURANCE 22 Inverness Center Pkwy, Suite 560 Birmingham, AL 35242 (205) 209-1545 LeAnna Brennan

Insurance

FRESH COAT PAINTERS OF TUSCALOOSA Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 413-8166 Jim Rainey

Contractors - Painting

FUN FACTORY BOUNCING PARTIES 2741 Southside Drive #1 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-5454 Xiomy Bracken

Entertainment / Services / Facility Indoor Children’s Play / Rental GRIFOLS PLASMA 3201 10th Ave Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 752-1547 Scott Lowry

Health Care Facilities

Restaurants / Events Space

Travel Agencies

HARRY’S BAR 1330 Hargrove Rd. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 792-2741 Jake French

Lounges / Nightclubs

HEALTHY 4 LIFE MASSAGE 526 14th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-4441 Kevin Yessick

Massage

HEAVY HAULERS, LLC Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 523-1153 Sheldon Jackson

Logistics / Transportation Services / Transportation HORTON OUTDOOR 162 West Main Street, Suite 101 Cartersville, GA 30120 (256) 740-9019 Robbie Burdine

(2055 391-6000 SealyRealty.com

(2055 409-9213 SealyFurnitureOutlet.com

Advertising - Outdoor

I CELL MOBILE 6570 Hwy. 69 S., Suite D2 Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 349-2070 Finley Brown

Cell Phone / Computer Repair IVY HOUSE BOUTIQUE 4851 Rice Mine Rd., Ste. 550 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 243-8793 Morgan Lancaster

Retail - Boutique

JULIO JONES KIA 4301 Greensboro Ave. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 345-8040 Deborah Wilson

Automobile Dealers - New/ Used KELLY WILKIN FLORAL CREATIVE Tuscaloosa, AL (205) 764-2292 Kelly Wilkin

Florist & Gifts

KRISTEN AMERSON YOUTH FOUNDATION, INC. PO Box 70443 Tuscaloosa,AL 35401 (205) 826-9740 JacQuan Winters

Non-Profit Organizations

L.A. BIKINI 1451 Edward Hillard Dr. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 292-8113 Nikki Richardson

Spa / Medical Services

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NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS LAKELAND CITGO 12389 Lary Lake Road Northport, AL 35475 (205) 339-0219 Riaz Kassim

Convenience Stores / Gas Stations

LANIER AUTOMOTIVE 246 Skyland Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 561-6335 Cassius Lanier

Automobile Dealers - New/ Used LIBERTY LEARNING FOUNDATION 3414 Governors Drive, Suite 215 Huntsville, AL 35805 (334) 447-6998 Will Collins

Non-Profit Organizations / Educational Consultants M&L WINDOW CLEANING AND FLOORS, LLC 5631 4th Court East Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 310-4642 Marlin Harris

Janitorial Services

MARK’S MART NORTHPORT 2300 5th Street Northport, AL 35476 (205) 710-5636 Jacob King

Retail - Specialty Retailer MARY HARMON YOUNG, REALTOR 1120 Queen City Avenue Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 886-2792 Mary Harmon Young

Real Estate / Realty / Realtors MCDILL PHOTOGRAPHY (205) 399-2995 William McDill

Photographers

MCDOWELL SECURITY SERVICES 312 Canyon Park Dr. Pelham, AL 35124 (205) 783-1692 Jeff McDowell

Security Contractors

MELLOW MUSHROOM 557 20th Avenue Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 710-2187 Andy Croy

Restaurant / Catering

MOSQUITO AUTHORITY 2215 9th Avenue, Suite A Northport, AL 35475 (205) 292-2122 Chris Mason

Pest Control Services / Supplies NECE FLORAL DESIGNS 15220 Starboard Place Northport, Alabama 35475 (205) 826-1041 Shannon Nece

Retail - Events / Weddings / Interiors

NORTH RIVER TECHNOLOGY Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 393-3346 Steven Gregory

Computer / IT Management / Computer Sales / Serv / Repair / Design / Consult NORTHCREEK VETERINARY CLINIC 12420 Wildcat Drive Northport, AL 35475 (205) 861-0738 Amanda Story

Veterinarians / Pet Boarding / Grooming NORTHPORT EVENT AND AESTHETIC SERVICES, LLC Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 336-1110 John Staley

Events Management

NORTHPORT MUSIC INSTITUTE 4324 Highway 69 N Northport, AL 35473 (205) 792-1918 Joseph Fonbah

Music Instruction

OFFICE DEPOT NORTHPORT 2300 McFarland Blvd., Ste. 50 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 333-6930 Angela Mitchell

Office Supplies / Furniture / Equipment / Service OFFICE DEPOT TUSCALOOSA 1515 Skyland Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 752-2241 Martez Shaw

Office Supplies / Furniture / Equipment / Service ONE SOURCE OFFICE PRODUCTS 2709 10th Street Northport, AL 35476 (205) 344-6266 Trent Montgomery

Office Supplies / Furniture / Equipment / Service ORANGETHEORY FITNESS TUSCALOOSA 1451 Dr. Edward Hillard Dr., Suite 170 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 464-9637 Marisha Smith

Fitness / Personal Trainer

P&C HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING, INC 2721 10th St. Northport, AL 35476 (205) 345-9112 Teri Crawford

Contractors - HVAC / Air Conditioning / Heating PARTY ON 1320 McFarland Blvd. E., Suite 220 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 409-8765 Cliff Thomas

Party Supplies / Rentals / Balloons / Retail - Events / Weddings / Interiors / Retail - Specialty Retailer

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PAYSCAPE (205) 454-3212 Ronnie Barr

Financial Services PEOPLE OPTIMUM CONSULTING, LLC Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (404) 957-6861 Mildred Hooks

Consultants / Training / Education PHRO PRO ART AND DESIGN Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (803) 719-1217 Dexter Thornton

Advertising Specialties / Art Design / Artist / Print Art PILOT CLUB OF TUSCALOOSA 102 Preston Court Macon, GA 31210 (205) 454-1786 Starr Hudson

Non-Profit Organizations PIONEER AUTO SALES 1001 McFarland Blvd. NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 348-7649 Nick Khan

Automobile Dealers - New/ Used Automobile / Collision Repair PLANET FITNESS MIDTOWN 1800 McFarland Blvd. E., Suite 321 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 752-7878 Chris Fuerch

Fitness Centers

PLANET FITNESS SKYLAND 635 Skyland Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 506-2717 Justin Satcher

Fitness Centers

PRE EVENT RESOURCE / TAILGATE GUYS 1209 James I Harrison Jr. Parkway Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 469-0105 Ed Taylor-White

Events Management

PREFERRED PRECISION GROUP LLC 10269 Covered Bridge Road Cottondale, AL 35453 (205) 338-4148 Brittani Cleveland

Consultants

PURIFY U 500 Towncenter Blvd., Suite B Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 799-6218 Bill Branch

Spa - Medical

QUALITY COUNTS INC. 2616 8th Street Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401 (205) 561-2340 Jennifer Deerman

Employment Screening - Drug/ DNA/Background

QUALITY PRODUCTS AND SERVICE 1925 8th Avenue, Suite 1A Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (718) 864-1070 Edgar Telesford

SHIPMENT SPECIALIST, LLC 11050 Big Hurricane Road Brookwood, AL 35444 (205) 650-2056 Walter Dean

R.L. DELIVERY SOLUTIONS CORPORATION 6124 Owen Street Birmingham, AL 35228 (205) 200-8163 Rickey Levins

SIMPLIFIED MEDICAL MANAGEMENT, LLC 208 McFarland Circle N, Suite 200 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 366-3565 James Leitner

Financial Services

Delivery / Shipping Services / Transportation REAL & ROSEMARY 2128 University Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 861-2328 Jennifer Mims

Restaurant / Catering

REI FUNDING PARTNERS, LLC 14480 Westland Drive Coker, AL 35452 (205) 765-7694 Ray Burkhalter

Services

RESIDENCE INN TUSCALOOSA 211 Rice Mine Road Loop Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 540-1010 Emily Pearce

Hotels / Motels / Lodging / Accommodations RESTORATION 1 OF TUSCALOOSA 705 27th Avenue, Suite C Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 205-632-7900 Keith Hyche

Fire & Water Restoration

RETRIEVER MERCHANT SOLUTIONS Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (770) 318-3527 Mitch Torbett

Financial Services

RHUBARB’S REAL LIVING 415 Main Avenue Northport, AL 35476 (205) 343-1933 Susan Rue

Retail – Boutique / Retail - Clothing, Accessories

RIVER OAKS HEALTH, LLC 201 Towncenter Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 650-0576 Cindy Bohon

Counselors - Licensed

SERVISFIRST BANK 2500 Woodcrest Place Birmingham, AL 35209 (205) 914-0338 Christina Fanning

Banks / Financial Services

SHINDIG, INC. 5800 McFarland Blvd. E. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 799-5823 Steve Williams

Entertainment / Recreation

Transportation

Consultants

SMITH PAYNE INC. 6130 Old Greensboro Rd. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 345-7216 Jeff Smith

Movers - Household / Commercial

STEPH THE TRAVEL PLANNER Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 393-1236 Stephanie Charboneau

Travel Agencies

STEPHANIE’S FLOWERS 117 15th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-3074 Mike Lovejoy

THE GLAM ROOM LLC 1425 22nd Ave. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 409-8591 Amber Lark

THERAPYSOUTH 542 15th Street East Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 462-7520 David Cameron

THE LITERACY COUNCIL OF WEST ALABAMA 3401 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Suite 210 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 391-2643 Charlotte Voss

THURMAN WELLNESS 507 Energy Center Blvd., Suite 303 Northport, AL 35473 (205) 759-2780 Ben Thurman

Beauty Salons / Barbers / Nails / Massage / Tan / Spas

Non-Profit Organizations

THE RECOVERY ROOM 300 Towncenter Blvd., Suite C Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 331-4328 Donny Dockery

Health Care Services - General THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA OFFICE OF STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS G66 Rose Administration Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0144 (205) 348-8829 Tabitha Bostick

Health Care Services - Physical Therapy

Wellness - Academy

TOOLS OF THE TRADE CONSULTANT Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 394-1471 Toni Franklin

TRIBBLE AND ASSOCIATES, LLC Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 396-6636 Larry Tribble

Training / Education Consultants TUSCALOOSA BARNYARD

11453 Turner Bridge Road Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 454-8841 Kami Combs Entertainment / Recreation / Facility Indoor Children’s Play / Rental TUSCALOOSA SAFE CENTER, INC.

Consultants / Non-Profit / Professional Development TRANSCENDENT CLEANING SOLUTIONS 13619 Pine Hill Rd. Northport, AL 35475 (205) 526-5651 Thomas Sanchez

Janitorial Services

Education / Education Administration

VITOLA FINE CIGARS

1601 University Blvd East Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 860-7233 Pam Jones Non-Profit Organizations TUSCALOOSA TENNIS ASSOCIATION

2314 6th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 331-4313 Harris Saunders Retail – Tobacco Lounges / Nightclubs WHEELHOUSE SPORTS PUB

2326 4th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 535-5933 Patrick Fowler Restaurants / Lounge

WORLDWIDE TRAVEL AND TOURS

1320 Lurleen Wallace Blvd.

Northport, AL 35476 (205) 752-3272 Ryan Prather Travel Agencies WTI TRANSPORT

7300 Commerce Drive Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (800) 828-6450 Transportation

WILLIAMSON REALTY GROUP

2626 7th St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 454-9617 Josh Williamson Real Estate / Realty / Realtors

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 344-1647 Kathryn Hornsby Tennis / Fitness Center / Non-Profit Organizations

Florist & Gifts

STORAGE SENSE 949 31st St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 758-5033 Meagan Franklin

Storage - Commercial / Mini / Self STRETCH ZONE TUSCALOOSA 2370 Jack Warner Parkway, Suite 105 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 242-3642 Caroline Barnes

Health Care Services General

WE BELIEVE

Customer Service Isn’t A Department.

TEA PHOTOGRAPHY 6614 Helen Julia Lane Cottondale, AL 35453 (205) 526-6996 Tommie Armistead

Photographers

THE BAKED BEAR 1800 McFarland Blvd. E., Suite 207 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 740-5550 Athyn Galardi

Frozen Treats / Restaurant / Catering THE CBD STORE 900 Main Ave. Northport, AL 35476 (205) 737-7984 Areli Bryan

Retail

THE FRAZER LANIER COMPANY, INC. 300 Water Street Montgomery, AL 36104 (205) 792-1794 Lee Garrison

Financial Services

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NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS LAKELAND CITGO 12389 Lary Lake Road Northport, AL 35475 (205) 339-0219 Riaz Kassim

Convenience Stores / Gas Stations

LANIER AUTOMOTIVE 246 Skyland Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 561-6335 Cassius Lanier

Automobile Dealers - New/ Used LIBERTY LEARNING FOUNDATION 3414 Governors Drive, Suite 215 Huntsville, AL 35805 (334) 447-6998 Will Collins

Non-Profit Organizations / Educational Consultants M&L WINDOW CLEANING AND FLOORS, LLC 5631 4th Court East Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 310-4642 Marlin Harris

Janitorial Services

MARK’S MART NORTHPORT 2300 5th Street Northport, AL 35476 (205) 710-5636 Jacob King

Retail - Specialty Retailer MARY HARMON YOUNG, REALTOR 1120 Queen City Avenue Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 886-2792 Mary Harmon Young

Real Estate / Realty / Realtors MCDILL PHOTOGRAPHY (205) 399-2995 William McDill

Photographers

MCDOWELL SECURITY SERVICES 312 Canyon Park Dr. Pelham, AL 35124 (205) 783-1692 Jeff McDowell

Security Contractors

MELLOW MUSHROOM 557 20th Avenue Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 710-2187 Andy Croy

Restaurant / Catering

MOSQUITO AUTHORITY 2215 9th Avenue, Suite A Northport, AL 35475 (205) 292-2122 Chris Mason

Pest Control Services / Supplies NECE FLORAL DESIGNS 15220 Starboard Place Northport, Alabama 35475 (205) 826-1041 Shannon Nece

Retail - Events / Weddings / Interiors

NORTH RIVER TECHNOLOGY Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 393-3346 Steven Gregory

Computer / IT Management / Computer Sales / Serv / Repair / Design / Consult NORTHCREEK VETERINARY CLINIC 12420 Wildcat Drive Northport, AL 35475 (205) 861-0738 Amanda Story

Veterinarians / Pet Boarding / Grooming NORTHPORT EVENT AND AESTHETIC SERVICES, LLC Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 336-1110 John Staley

Events Management

NORTHPORT MUSIC INSTITUTE 4324 Highway 69 N Northport, AL 35473 (205) 792-1918 Joseph Fonbah

Music Instruction

OFFICE DEPOT NORTHPORT 2300 McFarland Blvd., Ste. 50 Northport, AL 35476 (205) 333-6930 Angela Mitchell

Office Supplies / Furniture / Equipment / Service OFFICE DEPOT TUSCALOOSA 1515 Skyland Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 752-2241 Martez Shaw

Office Supplies / Furniture / Equipment / Service ONE SOURCE OFFICE PRODUCTS 2709 10th Street Northport, AL 35476 (205) 344-6266 Trent Montgomery

Office Supplies / Furniture / Equipment / Service ORANGETHEORY FITNESS TUSCALOOSA 1451 Dr. Edward Hillard Dr., Suite 170 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 464-9637 Marisha Smith

Fitness / Personal Trainer

P&C HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING, INC 2721 10th St. Northport, AL 35476 (205) 345-9112 Teri Crawford

Contractors - HVAC / Air Conditioning / Heating PARTY ON 1320 McFarland Blvd. E., Suite 220 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 409-8765 Cliff Thomas

Party Supplies / Rentals / Balloons / Retail - Events / Weddings / Interiors / Retail - Specialty Retailer

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PAYSCAPE (205) 454-3212 Ronnie Barr

Financial Services PEOPLE OPTIMUM CONSULTING, LLC Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (404) 957-6861 Mildred Hooks

Consultants / Training / Education PHRO PRO ART AND DESIGN Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (803) 719-1217 Dexter Thornton

Advertising Specialties / Art Design / Artist / Print Art PILOT CLUB OF TUSCALOOSA 102 Preston Court Macon, GA 31210 (205) 454-1786 Starr Hudson

Non-Profit Organizations PIONEER AUTO SALES 1001 McFarland Blvd. NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 348-7649 Nick Khan

Automobile Dealers - New/ Used Automobile / Collision Repair PLANET FITNESS MIDTOWN 1800 McFarland Blvd. E., Suite 321 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 752-7878 Chris Fuerch

Fitness Centers

PLANET FITNESS SKYLAND 635 Skyland Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 506-2717 Justin Satcher

Fitness Centers

PRE EVENT RESOURCE / TAILGATE GUYS 1209 James I Harrison Jr. Parkway Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 469-0105 Ed Taylor-White

Events Management

PREFERRED PRECISION GROUP LLC 10269 Covered Bridge Road Cottondale, AL 35453 (205) 338-4148 Brittani Cleveland

Consultants

PURIFY U 500 Towncenter Blvd., Suite B Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 799-6218 Bill Branch

Spa - Medical

QUALITY COUNTS INC. 2616 8th Street Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401 (205) 561-2340 Jennifer Deerman

Employment Screening - Drug/ DNA/Background

QUALITY PRODUCTS AND SERVICE 1925 8th Avenue, Suite 1A Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (718) 864-1070 Edgar Telesford

SHIPMENT SPECIALIST, LLC 11050 Big Hurricane Road Brookwood, AL 35444 (205) 650-2056 Walter Dean

R.L. DELIVERY SOLUTIONS CORPORATION 6124 Owen Street Birmingham, AL 35228 (205) 200-8163 Rickey Levins

SIMPLIFIED MEDICAL MANAGEMENT, LLC 208 McFarland Circle N, Suite 200 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 366-3565 James Leitner

Financial Services

Delivery / Shipping Services / Transportation REAL & ROSEMARY 2128 University Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 861-2328 Jennifer Mims

Restaurant / Catering

REI FUNDING PARTNERS, LLC 14480 Westland Drive Coker, AL 35452 (205) 765-7694 Ray Burkhalter

Services

RESIDENCE INN TUSCALOOSA 211 Rice Mine Road Loop Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 540-1010 Emily Pearce

Hotels / Motels / Lodging / Accommodations RESTORATION 1 OF TUSCALOOSA 705 27th Avenue, Suite C Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 205-632-7900 Keith Hyche

Fire & Water Restoration

RETRIEVER MERCHANT SOLUTIONS Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (770) 318-3527 Mitch Torbett

Financial Services

RHUBARB’S REAL LIVING 415 Main Avenue Northport, AL 35476 (205) 343-1933 Susan Rue

Retail – Boutique / Retail - Clothing, Accessories

RIVER OAKS HEALTH, LLC 201 Towncenter Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 650-0576 Cindy Bohon

Counselors - Licensed

SERVISFIRST BANK 2500 Woodcrest Place Birmingham, AL 35209 (205) 914-0338 Christina Fanning

Banks / Financial Services

SHINDIG, INC. 5800 McFarland Blvd. E. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 799-5823 Steve Williams

Entertainment / Recreation

Transportation

Consultants

SMITH PAYNE INC. 6130 Old Greensboro Rd. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 345-7216 Jeff Smith

Movers - Household / Commercial

STEPH THE TRAVEL PLANNER Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 393-1236 Stephanie Charboneau

Travel Agencies

STEPHANIE’S FLOWERS 117 15th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 345-3074 Mike Lovejoy

THE GLAM ROOM LLC 1425 22nd Ave. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 409-8591 Amber Lark

THERAPYSOUTH 542 15th Street East Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 462-7520 David Cameron

THE LITERACY COUNCIL OF WEST ALABAMA 3401 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Suite 210 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 391-2643 Charlotte Voss

THURMAN WELLNESS 507 Energy Center Blvd., Suite 303 Northport, AL 35473 (205) 759-2780 Ben Thurman

Beauty Salons / Barbers / Nails / Massage / Tan / Spas

Non-Profit Organizations

THE RECOVERY ROOM 300 Towncenter Blvd., Suite C Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 331-4328 Donny Dockery

Health Care Services - General THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA OFFICE OF STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS G66 Rose Administration Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0144 (205) 348-8829 Tabitha Bostick

Health Care Services - Physical Therapy

Wellness - Academy

TOOLS OF THE TRADE CONSULTANT Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 394-1471 Toni Franklin

TRIBBLE AND ASSOCIATES, LLC Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 396-6636 Larry Tribble

Training / Education Consultants TUSCALOOSA BARNYARD

11453 Turner Bridge Road Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 (205) 454-8841 Kami Combs Entertainment / Recreation / Facility Indoor Children’s Play / Rental TUSCALOOSA SAFE CENTER, INC.

Consultants / Non-Profit / Professional Development TRANSCENDENT CLEANING SOLUTIONS 13619 Pine Hill Rd. Northport, AL 35475 (205) 526-5651 Thomas Sanchez

Janitorial Services

Education / Education Administration

VITOLA FINE CIGARS

1601 University Blvd East Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 860-7233 Pam Jones Non-Profit Organizations TUSCALOOSA TENNIS ASSOCIATION

2314 6th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 331-4313 Harris Saunders Retail – Tobacco Lounges / Nightclubs WHEELHOUSE SPORTS PUB

2326 4th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 535-5933 Patrick Fowler Restaurants / Lounge

WORLDWIDE TRAVEL AND TOURS

1320 Lurleen Wallace Blvd.

Northport, AL 35476 (205) 752-3272 Ryan Prather Travel Agencies WTI TRANSPORT

7300 Commerce Drive Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (800) 828-6450 Transportation

WILLIAMSON REALTY GROUP

2626 7th St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 454-9617 Josh Williamson Real Estate / Realty / Realtors

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 344-1647 Kathryn Hornsby Tennis / Fitness Center / Non-Profit Organizations

Florist & Gifts

STORAGE SENSE 949 31st St. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 758-5033 Meagan Franklin

Storage - Commercial / Mini / Self STRETCH ZONE TUSCALOOSA 2370 Jack Warner Parkway, Suite 105 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 242-3642 Caroline Barnes

Health Care Services General

WE BELIEVE

Customer Service Isn’t A Department.

TEA PHOTOGRAPHY 6614 Helen Julia Lane Cottondale, AL 35453 (205) 526-6996 Tommie Armistead

Photographers

THE BAKED BEAR 1800 McFarland Blvd. E., Suite 207 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 (205) 740-5550 Athyn Galardi

Frozen Treats / Restaurant / Catering THE CBD STORE 900 Main Ave. Northport, AL 35476 (205) 737-7984 Areli Bryan

Retail

THE FRAZER LANIER COMPANY, INC. 300 Water Street Montgomery, AL 36104 (205) 792-1794 Lee Garrison

Financial Services

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

10/8 — 5 P.M. BUSINESS AFTER HOURS AT HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON

Don’t miss the best networking West Alabama has to offer! Join us at 5 p.m. for food and fun, and spend time with fellow members.

10/17—8:30 A.M. FAMILY LABOR STANDARDS ACT WORKSHOP AT THE CHAMBER

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division is responsible for administering and enforcing laws that establish minimally acceptable standards for wages and working conditions in this country, regardless of immigration status. $59 per Chamber member; $69 per non-member.

10/29—7 A.M. BREAKFAST AND BIZ AT STILLMAN COLLEGE

Join us for great networking before the workday even starts! The perfect event for early birds, this quarterly networking opportunity is popular with members who are unable to take advantage of evening events.

10/31—8 A.M. IMMIGRATION LAW TRAINING AT THE CHAMBER

Three experts on immigration and employment law will bring you up to speed on ICE activity, mismatched Social Security letters, and I-9 forms. $59 per Chamber member; $69 per non-member

11/5—3 P.M. CONSTRUCTION CLUSTER MEETING AT THE CHAMBER

Industrial, commercial and residential constructioncompanies, as well as relevant service providers, come together to developworkforce solutions at West Alabama Works’ Construction Cluster Meeting.

Past items of note include improving plumbing curriculum for area high schools and developing strategies to recruit apprentices.

11/7—7:30 A.M. CHAMBER IN SESSION: STATE OF THE ECONOMY AT EMBASSY SUITES

State of the Economy provides a future forecast for key areas of growth, such as industrial, retail, commercial and tourism. Speakers include local economic development officials, economists and other subject matter experts. $35 for members; $40 for non-members.

11/12—8:30 A.M. RESOLVING WORKPLACE CONFLICT WORKSHOP AT THE CHAMBER

This workshop allows participants to discuss best practices for handling conflict, practice having difficult conversations, and create solutions for common workplace conflicts. $122 per Chamber member; $129 per non-member

11/12—3 P.M. MANUFACTURING CLUSTER MEETING AT THE CHAMBER

Whether you’re a plant manager, human resources professional or a manufacturing instructor, West Alabama’s Manufacturing Cluster Meeting will help you connect the dots to solutions for your business, employers and/or students. Past items of note include developing manufacturing curriculum for area high schools and using federal funding to train new employees.

11/12—5 P.M. BUSINESS AFTER HOURS AT ALABAMA ONE

Don’t miss the best networking West Alabama has to offer! Join us at 5 p.m. for food and fun, and spend time with fellow members.

11/21—8 A.M. WEST ALABAMAWORKS LEADERSHIP SKILLS TRAINING III AT BROOKWOOD WORKFORCE CENTER

West AlabamaWorks! partners with AIDT to provide Leadership Skills training for supervisors and managers of all industries across West Alabama. $35.

12/4—10 A.M. HEALTHCARE CLUSTER MEETING AT THE CHAMBER

Ideal for healthcarepractitioners, human resources professionals, health science educators and relevant service providers, West Alabama Works’ Healthcare Cluster Meeting offers innovative strategies for West Alabama’s healthcare industry. From developing workforce pipelines to assist with patient care assistant shortages to using grant funding to train new employees, this meeting provides answers for the industry.

12/10— 5 P.M BUSINESS AFTER HOURS AT SYNOVUS PLAZA

Don’t miss the best networking West Alabama has to offer! Join us at 5 p.m. for food and fun, and spend time with fellow members.

12/11— 7:30 A.M. AUTOMOTIVE CLUSTER MEETING AT MERCEDES-BENZ BTI TRAINING CENTER

West Alabama Works’ largest cluster meeting is ideal for automotive manufacturers, automotive suppliers, career technical educators and staffing agencies. Hear updates on Mercedes-Benz U.S. International’s production schedule to better prepare your business and participate in industry-specific training opportunities.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

10/8 — 5 P.M. BUSINESS AFTER HOURS AT HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON

Don’t miss the best networking West Alabama has to offer! Join us at 5 p.m. for food and fun, and spend time with fellow members.

10/17—8:30 A.M. FAMILY LABOR STANDARDS ACT WORKSHOP AT THE CHAMBER

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division is responsible for administering and enforcing laws that establish minimally acceptable standards for wages and working conditions in this country, regardless of immigration status. $59 per Chamber member; $69 per non-member.

10/29—7 A.M. BREAKFAST AND BIZ AT STILLMAN COLLEGE

Join us for great networking before the workday even starts! The perfect event for early birds, this quarterly networking opportunity is popular with members who are unable to take advantage of evening events.

10/31—8 A.M. IMMIGRATION LAW TRAINING AT THE CHAMBER

Three experts on immigration and employment law will bring you up to speed on ICE activity, mismatched Social Security letters, and I-9 forms. $59 per Chamber member; $69 per non-member

11/5—3 P.M. CONSTRUCTION CLUSTER MEETING AT THE CHAMBER

Industrial, commercial and residential constructioncompanies, as well as relevant service providers, come together to developworkforce solutions at West Alabama Works’ Construction Cluster Meeting.

Past items of note include improving plumbing curriculum for area high schools and developing strategies to recruit apprentices.

11/7—7:30 A.M. CHAMBER IN SESSION: STATE OF THE ECONOMY AT EMBASSY SUITES

State of the Economy provides a future forecast for key areas of growth, such as industrial, retail, commercial and tourism. Speakers include local economic development officials, economists and other subject matter experts. $35 for members; $40 for non-members.

11/12—8:30 A.M. RESOLVING WORKPLACE CONFLICT WORKSHOP AT THE CHAMBER

This workshop allows participants to discuss best practices for handling conflict, practice having difficult conversations, and create solutions for common workplace conflicts. $122 per Chamber member; $129 per non-member

11/12—3 P.M. MANUFACTURING CLUSTER MEETING AT THE CHAMBER

Whether you’re a plant manager, human resources professional or a manufacturing instructor, West Alabama’s Manufacturing Cluster Meeting will help you connect the dots to solutions for your business, employers and/or students. Past items of note include developing manufacturing curriculum for area high schools and using federal funding to train new employees.

11/12—5 P.M. BUSINESS AFTER HOURS AT ALABAMA ONE

Don’t miss the best networking West Alabama has to offer! Join us at 5 p.m. for food and fun, and spend time with fellow members.

11/21—8 A.M. WEST ALABAMAWORKS LEADERSHIP SKILLS TRAINING III AT BROOKWOOD WORKFORCE CENTER

West AlabamaWorks! partners with AIDT to provide Leadership Skills training for supervisors and managers of all industries across West Alabama. $35.

12/4—10 A.M. HEALTHCARE CLUSTER MEETING AT THE CHAMBER

Ideal for healthcarepractitioners, human resources professionals, health science educators and relevant service providers, West Alabama Works’ Healthcare Cluster Meeting offers innovative strategies for West Alabama’s healthcare industry. From developing workforce pipelines to assist with patient care assistant shortages to using grant funding to train new employees, this meeting provides answers for the industry.

12/10— 5 P.M BUSINESS AFTER HOURS AT SYNOVUS PLAZA

Don’t miss the best networking West Alabama has to offer! Join us at 5 p.m. for food and fun, and spend time with fellow members.

12/11— 7:30 A.M. AUTOMOTIVE CLUSTER MEETING AT MERCEDES-BENZ BTI TRAINING CENTER

West Alabama Works’ largest cluster meeting is ideal for automotive manufacturers, automotive suppliers, career technical educators and staffing agencies. Hear updates on Mercedes-Benz U.S. International’s production schedule to better prepare your business and participate in industry-specific training opportunities.

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THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA’S HOME FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION THE

LABS

The University of Alabama’s strategic push to grow and support entrepreneurs further expands with EDGE Labs, which joins The EDGE under the Alabama Entrepreneurship Institute. These high-tech facilities foster innovation and invention across the UA campus, in Tuscaloosa, and throughout the West Alabama region through a robust agenda of workshops and events, mentoring opportunities, and resources to help get new businesses launched.

Get the details at entrepreneurship.ua.edu edge@culverhouse.ua.edu 205-348-3343

Collaboration Space Off ices Offices Technical Labs Mentors Workshops & Events