Rising Tide - Q4 2022

2022.Q4

MAKING A

LEGACY LOOKING BACK AT JIM PAGE'S IMPACT ON WEST ALABAMA

A CENTURY OF SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY.

A WORD FROM OUR LEADERSHIP

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January 4, 2023 Dear Fellow Chamber Members –

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2022.Q4

MAKING A

LEGACY LOOKING BACK AT JIM PAGE'S IMPACT ON WEST ALABAMA

CONNECT WITH THE CHAMBER West Alabama Chamber @WestALChamber The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama @WestALChamber Rising Tide is published by Alliance Publishing, LLC for the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama.

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While 2020 and 2021 felt like they moved at the speed of cold molasses, 2022 felt like it flew by, because it has been a year of action.

The decision was made at the beginning of this year within the Chamber leadership to take what we’ve learned and create purposeful and intentional action to make the West Alabama community a better place to live, work, and play.

The benchmarking trips to other communities that we have taken culminated in some self-reflection at the Next Level Summit in Birmingham. In those three days, some very difficult but necessary conversations were had, with clear goals of action from public safety to public education to infrastructure to workforce enhancement. The West Alabama community has answered that call to action, and groups have continued to convene to address these issues head on, including the reformed Downtown Merchants Association and the Education Policy Council. Strides in public safety conversations have been made with a clearer understanding of the bonding process, the juvenile court system, and the funding challenges with law enforcement at every level. While these conversations are still in their early stages, I am confident that they will continue, and West Alabama will be better for it.

It has been my distinct honor to serve as your Board Chairman for the last year. My goal has been to allow the smallest of small business to have a voice at the table with global powerhouses, and I believe that good has come from that. Strides continue to be made in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the Diverse Business Council has continued its work to make sure everyone feels welcome at the table.

Young Tuscaloosa continues to grow and help give young professionals a network that can build friendships and business relationships for years to come. The Chamber itself has continued to do what it does best, and that is to convene… the hard conversations have to continue to happen, and the Chamber both demands and facilitates those conversations. I look forward to Michele Coley’s leadership as Chairperson of the Board, and I am proud to see my friend serve as the first African American Female Chair. There is no person more capable or deserving than Michele, and I am anxious to serve under her leadership as immediate past Chair I cannot let the opportunity pass without saying how much both the Chamber and I personally will miss Jim Page as he departs for his new venture in Huntsville. Jim has been a community minded, action demanding leader, and West Alabama is a better place because of his leadership. The accolades and program expansions that the Chamber has done under his leadership are too long to list. What I will miss the most though is Jim’s thoughtful approach to problem solving, and his unmatched ability to be a friend. We wish only success for Jim, Sara, Elly, and Emery.

I extend warm wishes of success for 2023, and I extend the utmost gratitude to all of you for having given me the opportunity to serve.

Sincerely,

TRIPP POWELL 2022 CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF WEST ALABAMA facebook.com/westalchamber | twitter.com/westalchamber

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Professional Staff Jim Page, CCE, IOM President and CEO (205) 391-0562 · jim@westalabamachamber.com Donny Jones, CCE, IOM Chief Operating Officer (205) 391-0552 · donny@westalabamachamber.com Barkley Garrett, CEcD Vice President, Economic Development (205) 391-0329 · barkley@westalabamachamber.com NaTa’Sha Black Modern Manufacturing Project Manager, Workforce Development (205) 391-0331 · natasha@westalabamachamber.com Cindi Bradley Project Manager, Workforce Development (205) 464-4492 cindi@westalabamachamber.com Brittani Colburn Senior Program Manager, Workforce Development (205) 391-0334 · brittani@westalabamachamber.com Tracy Crumpton Director of Finance and Operations (205) 391-0554 · tracy@westalabamachamber.com Alicia Gregory Director of Membership Engagement (205) 391-0561 · alicia@westalabamachamber.com Tammi Holley Workforce Coordinator, Workforce Development (334) 310-9511 · tammi@westalabamachamber.com Alex House Director of Communications and Marketing (205) 391-0563 · alex@westalabamachamber.com LoWanda James Director of Information Services (205) 758-7588 · lowanda@westalabamachamber.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Tonya Mills Education Employment Project Manager, Workforce Development, (205) 391-0566 · tonya@westalabamachamber.com Tiffany Poe Modern Manufacturing Center of Excellence Project Manager (205) 464-4493 · tiffany@westalabamachamber.com Sabrina Thomas Regional Workforce Council Liaison, Workforce Development Alabama Department of Commerce (205) 526-6523 · sthomas@aidt.edu Khadijah Torbert Marketing and Communications Coordinator Workforce Development (205) 391-0559 · khadijah@westalabamachamber.com Carolyn Tubbs Director of Education Programs (205) 391-0556 · carolyn@westalabamachamber.com Marlee Williams Executive Assistant to the President and CEO (205) 391-0555 · marlee@westalabamachamber.com Tanya Winstead Director of Membership and Resource Development (205) 391-0327 · tanya@westalabamachamber.com

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2023 BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Anwar Aiken, Alyson

Baxter, Elizabeth Beeker, Mary Virginia Best, Mildred Black, Bobby Bragg, Sydney Burns, David ColemanMichele Coley, Brock Corder, Steven Deal, Heather Dill, David DuBose, Russell DuBose, Amy Echols, Matt Fajack, Matt Feller, Carrie Fitts, Chip Fuqua, Lee Garrison, Jheovanny Gomez, Heyward Gould, Jennifer Hart, Joe Hughes, Carl Jamison, Tony Johnson, Katrina Keefer, Tim Lewis, Jordan Morris, Whitney Oswalt, Dave Pass, Tripp Powell, Jasmine Rainey, David Rains, Nikki Ray, Luke Remmert, Llevelyn Rhone, Kelsey Rush, Mark Tobin, KenTodd,Craig Williams, Elizabeth Winter, JacQuan Winters, Sandra Wolfe

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Immediate Past Chair Tripp Powell Yea Alabama Chair Michele Coley Allstate Coley Agency Chair-Elect Jheovanny Gomez Jalapenos Mexican Grill Vice Chair, Membership and Resource Development Anwar Aiken The Grand Event Design & Décor Vice Chair, Economic Development Bobby Bragg JamisonMoneyFarmer PC Vice Chair, Public Policy and Advocacy Matt Feller BFGoodrich Tire Manufacturing Vice Chair, Education and Workforce Development Chip Fuqua Mercedes-Benz, U.S. International, Inc. Vice Chair, Strategic Community Initiatives Carl Jamison JamisonMoneyFarmer PC Vice Chair, Communications and Marketing Jordan Morris Ward Scott Morris Architecture Vice Chair, Airport Development Dave Pass The Sealy Companies Vice Chair, Leadership and Member Engagement Kelsey Rush Visit Tuscaloosa Legal Council Blake Madison Rosen Harwood President & Chief Executive Officer/Secretary Jim Page Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama

“No other bank could take care of us like they did.”

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CHAMBER NEWS

JIM PAGE ANNOUNCES UPCOMING DEPARTURE AS CHAMBER PRESIDENT AND CEO

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THE LONGTIME CHAMBER LEADER WILL ASSUME AN EXECUTIVE ROLE WITH A HUNTSVILLE-BASED COMPANY IN MARCH

Jim Page, president and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama for the past decade, announced December 15, 2022 that he will be leaving the organization in March 2023. The announcement was made during the chamber’s board of directors meeting.

Page has accepted an offer to become Executive Vice President of MartinFederal Consulting, LLC. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, MartinFed has more than 150 employees across nine states providing technical solutions in cyber, engineering, information technology, and training to multiple federal organizations including NASA, the FBI, ATF, the Department of Energy, and the Department of Defense. In this new role, Page will lead all government relations efforts, manage corporate and organizational

partnerships, oversee corporate marketing and branding, and provide leadership for mergers, acquisitions, and integrations.

“I have been blessed to enjoy 20 great years in the chamber industry and I am beyond proud of our extraordinary accomplishments here over the past 11 years, but this is an amazing career opportunity for me in the private sector to join a dynamic, fast-growing company. In addition to working with an incredibly talented team on critically important programs that provide for the safety and security of our nation, it also gives me a chance to scratch a longtime entrepreneurial itch,” Page said. “The icing on the cake is that this takes Sara, Elly, Emery, and I back home to Huntsville and much closer to our family.”

Page has led the chamber since January 2012 and has overseen tremendous organizational growth.

He has spearheaded new programs and events to meet the diverse needs of the business community, while dramatically increasing membership, financial resources, and engagement.

Page has also played an instrumental role in significant initiatives impacting the entire community, including the development of The EDGE - Incubator and Accelerator; passage of legislation that created the Tuscaloosa County Road Improvement Commission, overseeing tens of millions of dollars in local infrastructure improvements; the launch and growth of the nationally-recognized West AlabamaWorks!

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workforce development system; creation of the West Alabama Workforce and Community Development Center; and chamber industry-leading response efforts to support local small businesses during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Under his leadership, the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama was named the 2021 Chamber of the Year by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.

Page is a member of the boards of directors of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, the Business Council of Alabama, and the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama, of which he is a past chairman. He is a graduate of the University of North Alabama and serves as a member of its Board of Trustees.

“Jim Page has worked tirelessly through the chamber to make this community better in so many ways,” Tripp Powell, chairman of the chamber’s board of directors, said. “This opportunity for Jim to take the next major step in his career is one he simply cannot let pass.

While I’m sad to see Jim, Sara, and their precious girls leave, I’m excited for their next chapter and for them

getting closer to family. I also know the future of the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama is brighter than ever.”

Powell immediately appointed a committee of prominent business and community leaders to facilitate a nationwide search for a new president and CEO. The goal is to have a seamless leadership transition upon Page’s departure in March.

“The timing of this transition has been very important to me because of my love for this organization and its people,” Page said. “The chamber now has a new five-year strategic plan, is completing a highly successful five-year capital campaign, and is settled into its expanded physical footprint in the heart of downtown Tuscaloosa. With a bold vision for the future, exceptional volunteer leadership, and a worldclass professional staff all in place, this organization is stronger than at any point in its 122-year history. I can’t imagine a better time to hand the baton over to a successor to take the chamber to even greater heights.” facebook.com/westalchamber | twitter.com/westalchamber

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COMMUNITY IMPACT “What I love about Jim Page is that he is a DOER. I remember being in a meeting reviewing the past benchmarking trips that the Chamber had taken, and I made the comment that I felt I knew more about other cities than Tuscaloosa. From that simple comment it sparked Jim to have the idea for the Next Level Series, the Next Level Summit, and the Next Level Initiative. I thought it was masterful how Jim and the Chamber were able to get 100 plus community leaders to engage in such a huge undertaking. At each step of the project Jim could be seen laying the necessary groundwork to get us to the Next Level.

“Jim has been a tremendous asset to the West Alabama community. His philosophy of “it’s the right thing to do” really resonates in all his actions as the leader of the Chamber. I admire him and consider him the model I have patterned myself after in public leadership. As the current Chairman of the Board, I really hate to see him leave, but I will cherish the time I have gotten to serve with him.”

MICHELE COLEY ALLSTATE COLEY AGENCY 2023 CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR

“Jim Page has made a difference for Tuscaloosa, and will be long remembered as a leader who got things done. Jim was instrumental in being the voices for businesses who were damaged or destroyed following the April 27, 2011 tornado.

His advocacy and counsel was crucial to the City as we worked through the complicated issues of rebuilding the 13 percent of our community that was destroyed.

“Jim also played an integral role in the creation of The Edge in Tuscaloosa by fostering a successful partnership between the Chamber, the City, and The University of Alabama. His vision is now delivering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in Tuscaloosa which will continue to expand in the coming decades.

“Jim’s accomplishments are too many to detail, but the bottom line is this – He made our community and all of us better because he served. Personally and professionally, I am going to miss him, but have no doubt that his next chapters in life will be successful.”

MAYOR WALT MADDOX CITY OF TUSCALOOSA

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"Jim has always been a partner before a boss, working to change the face of our Chamber to be truly innovative.

"He cares about our community and about our organization.

The difference he has made in not only West Alabama, but the entire state, is tremendous. I’ve had the pleasure of being in the “fox hole” with Jim on countless local, state and federal initiatives and we could count on Jim’s steadfast focus on making a difference in the life of our citizens and the success of our business community.

"I remember so many late nights working on the building changing tiles, painting walls, building cabinets. He’s a picture of a true leader, never asking someone to do something he was not willing to do himself. He did what it took to get the job done and focused on results rather than politics.

"I can’t be more thankful for what he’s done for my family, our team and our community. He’s the epitome of what a leader should be."

DONNY JONES COO, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF WEST ALABAMA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, WEST ALABAMAWORKS!

COMMUNITY IMPACT “I was fortunate to be a part of the search committee for the Chamber of Commerce when we located and interviewed Jim Page for the position of President and CEO. I remember the initial conversation that Lin Moore and I had with Jim as we were vetting candidates to come in for personal interviews. Jim’s confidence, passion and vision were immediately evident during our discussion, and he quickly emerged as a lead candidate in spite of his relatively young age.

“Jim provided us with an impressive list of references, including (interestingly enough) John Seymour, his boss at the time of his interview. All of Jim’s references spoke glowingly about his work ethic and credentials, but at the same time indicated how sad they would be to see him go and what a hit the Decatur Chamber and community would take as a result of his departure.

“It’s hard to put into words the positive impact that Jim has had on the community, the Chamber world, and most of all the team that he has led over the last 11 years. As a strong supporter of professional growth, he has given myself the encouragement and confidence that has allowed me to advance within an organization that I have grown to love.

“He has been a great example of what a true leader should look like, and the type of leader I strive to be one day. Jim is intelligent, a visionary, and puts his trust in the team to get the job done. He truly demonstrates to the highest of World’s Best Boss.”

ALICIA GREGORY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF WEST ALABAMA

“I recall Jim’s confidence during the interview process, which was not rooted in arrogance, but instead in conviction that he knew he could make a difference in improving our Chamber and by extension our business community.

Jim communicated that he already had a great love for Tuscaloosa, and in spite of several previous opportunities for career advancement, it was the chance to be in Tuscaloosa that really intrigued him. Obviously, we made the right choice in hiring Jim, and from day one when I was serving as Jim’s first Chairman, he has continued to exceed every expectation we had of him at the time. He managed to congeal and rebuild a somewhat beleaguered staff, create an extremely positive relationship with our city and county governments, and develop a Chamber that is nationally respected and exceptionally well- resourced for the future.

“As Jim moves on to pursue other career opportunities, I will certainly miss his leadership of our Chamber of Commerce. But more importantly, I will personally miss his influence in this community as an individual of character and as one with a genuine desire of making Tuscaloosa County and West Alabama a better place to live and to do business.”

MARK SULLIVAN BRYANT BANK 2012 CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR

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COMMUNITY IMPACT “In my opinion, part of Jim’s legacy in Tuscaloosa will be that of the Great Convener. Jim has a gift of being able to bring people together. Somehow, Jim can manage to gather people in a room and set the right environment for real discussion to take place. A great convener is someone who does not shy away from honest, meaningful conversation, and Jim does not.

"I was privileged to work with Jim the most, even more than my year as Chair, during the Chamber’s purchase of its current building from Regions Bank. I think the vision that Jim had for the building, and the reality that has resulted, perfectly illustrates Jim’s unique and exceptional ability to bring groups together (in this case, under one roof) for common good. Jim’s gift for productive collaboration has served Tuscaloosa well, and our community will be indebted to Jim for always pushing to make us the best we can be together!”

ELIZABETH WINTER REGIONS BANK 2021 CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR

“When it comes to Jim’s tenure with the Chamber, it’s become natural to find a leader that’s poised, innovative, collaborative, and entirely dedicated to the community he calls home. I have incredible admiration for people like Jim who consistently lead with courage and conviction.

There’s no question that his commitment to Tuscaloosa – its businesses and its people – has been unwavering.

“However, one quality that I appreciate most about Jim is his ability to find the potential. It pairs well with one of my favorite quotes from Brene Brown: “Leaders take responsibility for finding the potential in people and processes, and have the courage to develop that potential.”

I’ve watched Jim excel at this and it’s evident in the success of the Chamber, but even more-so, the businesses and organizations he’s helped over the years as well. Thank you, Jim, for showing up day-in and day-out for Tuscaloosa and for West Alabama!”

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“Jim’s impact to the West Alabama region will be felt and seen for generations to come. He was instrumental in the creation of The Edge incubator and accelerator, advocating for gamechanging infrastructure investments through the Rebuild Alabama Act and the Tuscaloosa County Road Improvement Commission, and the Chamber’s lead role in workforce development through West Alabama Works. Generations of West Alabamians will enjoy the shade from the oaks he has planted.

“Jim is a dynamic leader with a collaborative and innovative approach to problem solving. He built a very talented team at the Chamber who will continue to build on its great legacy by driving change through innovation and thought leadership. That is a testament to him as leader of people.

The recent accolades from the ACCE as the Chamber of the Year highlights Jim’s ability to face challenges head-on without a playbook, and often, by rolling up his sleeves to get it done.

We knew that to be true throughout his eleven years here by working alongside him, but that recognition from the chamber industry’s best of the best really meant something to him to the entire Chamber team.

“I have no doubt that Jim will bring fresh new ideas to MartinFederal and be a tireless leader and advocate for the company and its employees. In short, they will be a better organization because of Jim’s involvement.

“I know this amazing professional opportunity will take him away from our community, but Jim can rest easy that his legacy will continue on. It will also be great for Sara, the girls, and his parents, so that makes me very happy for them.”

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CHAMBER NEWS AT WORK

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ALICIA GREGORY RECOGNIZED AS TOP 40 UNDER 40 BY THE ASSOCIATION OF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVES The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama's Director of Membership Engagement, Alicia Gregory, has been recognized by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) as a top 40 Under 40 honoree.

ACCE is the professional development and membership association for chambers of commerce throughout the United States and North America. The 40 Under 40 program recognizes the top emerging leaders in the chamber of commerce industry who have demonstrated success in their careers and made significant contributions in the communities they represent.

“Since joining the chamber in April 2018, Alicia has quickly emerged as a highly respected leader among her colleagues and a recognized difference-maker to external audiences because of her organizational skills, relentless work ethic and thorough understanding of chamber operations. She played a pivotal role in our innovative COVID-19 response efforts and in positioning the chamber to be named ACCE Chamber of the Year in 2021,” Jim Page, President and CEO of the Chamber, said.

“It’s an honor to be recognized and thought of as an emerging leader in the chamber industry,” Gregory said.

“With the countless amount of training opportunities offered by ACCE and the knowledge and collaboration of our own staff, it has made the last five years the best growing opportunity for me, both personally and professionally.”

A native of Kentucky, Gregory earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Murray State University and is a 2022 graduate of Leadership Tuscaloosa.

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CHAMBER NEWS

NEW CHAMBER EMPLOYEES MARLEE WILLIAMS EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT AND CEO

Marlee has been a member of the Chamber Staff since September 2022.

She is responsible for the maintenance of The Chamber facility, conducts and plans Executive Committee and Board of Director meetings each month, Oversees the tenants in the building, provides administrative support, assists with set up and take down of Chamber events, handles the schedule for use of Chamber meeting spaces.

Prior to joining the Chamber team, Marlee served as Transaction Coordinator for Keller Williams (Global Homes Group) and spent several years working for Express Employment Professionals as a Staffing Consultant for the Industrial Division before that.

Marlee loves spending time with her family. She is married to Andrew, and they have two daughters, Emalyn and Piper. She is a huge Arkansas Razorback football fan.

TONYA MILLS EDUCATION EMPLOYMENT PROJECT MANAGER, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Tonya joined the Chamber staff in November 2022. She is the project manager for the I.G.N.I.T.E Student Employment Program and the Second Chance Program.

Tonya received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Master of Arts degree in Rehabilitation Counseling both from the University of Alabama. Prior to joining the Chamber and West Alabama Works!

Tonya served as a school counselor for 25 years and as senior employment counselor for Easter Seals of West Alabama.

Tonya enjoys spending time with her family, going to the beach, and playing with her boxers, Jack and Ciri.

TIFFANY POE MODERN MANUFACTURING CENTER OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT MANAGER, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Tiffany joined the Chamber staff in July 2022. She focuses on ensuring fidelity and core competency with the curriculum for the Modern Manufacturing Center of Excellence schools in regions 1, 2, 3, and 5. She also works to build partnerships with schools, ensure that classroom needs are met, coordinate trainings, conduct evaluations, compile data, and monitor outcomes of the Modern Manufacturing Center of Excellence programs from each region.

Prior to joining the Chamber of West Alabama team, Tiffany served as the Compliance and Lead Case Manager for the United Way of Central Alabama Priority Veteran program. Tiffany completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Social Science from Troy University in 2008 and her Master’s degree in Management from Troy University in 2022. facebook.com/westalchamber | twitter.com/westalchamber

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CHAMBER EVENTS

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MEMBERS HIT THE GOLF COURSE TO SUPPORT ADOPT-A-SCHOOL The Rumsey Environmental team was the overall tourney winner at the 32nd Annual Nocor Steel Tuscaloosa Adopt-A-School Golf Tournament. The team won $250 for each of their designated schools, Duncanville Middle School and Hillcrest High School.

Martin L. King, Jr. Elementary School and Rock Quarry Elementary School tied for the most golfers (elementary), and will receive $500, and Holt High School will receive $500 for having the most golfers (secondary). A random drawing was also held including all schools represented and Vance Elementary School was selected to receive $500.

1ST PLACE NET (TOURNAMENT WINNERS)

2ND PLACE NET

3RD PLACE NET

RUMSEY ENVIRONMENTAL DANIEL WILLIAMS DAN WILLIAMS COE BAXTER RICHARD BURKLEW

BEARING SERVICE COMPANY JEFF ALLEN STEVE MCELROY HUNTER WALKER DAMIEN BOYD

NSK CORPORATION DAVID SCHULTZE DAVID PLYMAN GREG TATE WENDELL ROSS

1ST PLACE GROSS

2ND PLACE GROSS

3RD PLACE GROSS

E&A TEAM MARK ENGLISH BILL MILLER HAL THURMOND RON ALDY

HARRISON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY WILL KELLY NATHAN GLASSCO COURT HENDRICKS TAYLOR WHITLEY

SOUTHLAND TRANSPORTATION GROUP LUKE SHAW DAVIS PEARCE FELLER MORRISON TYLER HITCHNER

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CHAMBER EVENTS WINNERS OF OTHER PRIZES PUTTING CONTEST – LUKE SHAW LONGEST DRIVE – DANIEL WILLIAMS The Longest Drive winner won a recliner from Spiller Furniture & Mattress CLOSEST TO THE PIN -JAMIE RIDDLE The Closest to the Pin winner won a $1,000 gift certificate to Your Golf Superstore, donated by Wilson Machine & Welding, Inc.

SPONSORS

The Adopt-A-School program would like to thank all the businesses and organizations who provided support for the Golf Tournament. Without their support, this event would not be possible.

TITLE SPONSOR

CLOSEST TO THE PIN SPONSOR

EAGLE SPONSORS

LONGEST DRIVE SPONSOR

NUCOR STEEL

ALABAMA CREDIT UNION BAMA CONCRETE PRODUCTS COMPANY, INC. BF GOODRICH TIRE MANUFACTURING BRYANT BANK BURNUM-HAHN EXTERMINATORS, INC. COMPLETE PIPELINE SERVICES & SUPPLY COWIN EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC. PERFECT SHINE, INC. PHIFER INCORPORATED RUMSEY ENVIRONMENTAL SYNOVUS TUSCALOOSA COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY TUSCALOOSA MEMORIAL PARK & CHAPEL WEST ALABAMA BANK WHITESKY COMMUNICATIONS, LLC

AWARD RECEPTION SPONSOR JALAPENOS MEXICAN GRILL

LUNCH SPONSOR

CHICK-FIL-A NORTHPORT

FAVOR SPONSOR

RUMSEY ENVIRONMENTAL

PUTTING CONTEST SPONSOR RUMSEY ENVIRONMENTAL

GOLF CART SPONSOR

BUFFALO ROCK COMPANY / PEPSI-COLA

WILSON MACHINE & WELDING, INC.

SPILLER FURNITURE & MATTRESS

DONORS

ADAMS BEVERAGES BUFFALO ROCK COMPANY / PEPSI-COLA TUSCALOOSA HUMAN RESOURCE PROFESSIONALS TUSCALOOSA RADIO WVUA 23

HOLE SPONSORS

ADAMS BEVERAGES, ALABAMA CREDIT UNION, ALABAMA POWER, BAMA CONCRETE PRODUCTS COMPANY, INC., BANKFIRST,BFGOODRICH TIRE MANUFACTURING, BRYANT BANK, BURNUM-HAHN EXTERMINATORS, INC., CB&S BANK, CHICK-FIL-A NORTHPORT, COMPLETE PIPELINE SERVICES & SUPPLY, LLC, COWIN EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC., DCH HEALTH SYSTEM, THE DISTRICT ROOM, ELLIS ARCHITECTS, INC., EXIT CAPSTONE REALTY, HARRISON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., INNISFREE IRISH PUB, JACQUAN D. WINTERS, REALTOR – PRITCHETT-MOORE REAL ESTATE, THE LANCE HOCUTT FINANCIAL GROUP, MCABEE CONSTRUCTION, INC., MCGIFFERT & ASSOCIATES, LLC, MERCEDES-BENZ U.S. INTERNATIONAL, INC., MOTION INDUSTRIES, NUCOR STEEL TUSCALOOSA, INC., PERFECT SHINE, INC., PHIFER INCORPORATED, P.R.I.D.E. OF TUSCALOOSA, ROBERTSON BANKING, RUMSEY ENVIRONMENTAL, SHELTON STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, SPECTRUM REACH, SYNOVUS, TIGER ROCK MARTIAL ARTS—NORTHPORT, TTL, INC., TUSCALOOSA COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY, TUSCALOOSA MEMORIAL PARK & CHAPEL, UAB CALLAHAN EYE, WEST ALABAMA BANK, WEST ALABAMA MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE, WHITESKY COMMUNICATIONS, LLC, WVUA23

SCORECARD SPONSOR

TUSCALOOSA RADIO WJRD -WMHZ-92.1 THE POSSUM-96.1 THE BLESSING

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Attendees also players won fantastic raffle prizes at the event donated

by AC Hotel Tuscaloosa Downtown, Alabama Central Credit Union, Alabama ONE, Amore Catering, BFGoodrich Tire Manufacturing, Billy’s Sports Grill, BloGo Salon + Skin Wellness, Blue Water Vinyl, Buffalo Rock Company/Pepsi-Cola, Buffalo’s Café, CB&S Bank, Chick-fil-A Tuscaloosa South, Chuck’s Fish, Country Inn & Suites Tuscaloosa, Effie’s, Great American Cookie and Marble Slab Creamery, House Plant Collective, Hudson-Poole Fine Jewelers, Innisfree Irish Pub, Jalapeños Mexican Grill, Jason’s Deli, Kentuck Art Center & Festival, The Locker Room, Lorrie Lane Studio, McDonald’s, RPH Management, Inc., Motion Industries, Nucor Steel Tuscaloosa, Inc., Poppin Sisters Popcorn & Treats, RiverFall Credit Union, Sealy Furniture Company, Smile Doctors of Tuscaloosa, Speedy Oil Change, Inc., Tuscaloosa Eye Care, Urban Bar & Kitchen, LLC, and Whataburger.

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CHAMBER EVENTS

CHAMBER IN SESSION: STATE OF THE ECONOMY Chamber members from a range of industries turned out to hear from economic experts at our Chamber in Session: State of the Economy, presented by The University of Alabama.

The event, held at Embassy Suites November 15, looked at the current health of the local, state and national economy while providing attendees a future forecast in key areas of growth.

Brian Hamilton of Trillion Communications Corporation also spoke of the supply chain issues and that the biggest concern was the disparity between the effects this current economic environment is having on the lower, middle and upper middle class.

During the presentation, attendees were able to provide their input in an interactive session on the state of our local economy.

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Anoop Mishra, Vice President and Regional Executive, Birmingham Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, provided a fed perspective on the current economic outlook. Discussing the current rise in

inflation, Mishra stated that he’s cautiously optimistic as we’re starting to see inflation ease a bit, but it’s contingent on the current supply chain and manufacturing issues.

Which statement best describes your outlook for supply chain conditions in 2023 relative to 2022?

Supply chains will improve significantly

3%

Supply chains will improve slightly

56%

Supply chains will remain about the same 27% Supply chains will worsen slightly

12%

Supply chains will worsen significantly

2%

Which best describes your view of the U.S. economy in 2023: Solid economic growth

4%

Very limited economic growth

25%

No economic growth

9%

A mild recession

49%

A severe recession

12%

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Which statement best describes your outlook for labor conditions (recruitment and retention) in 2023 relative to 2022?

Labor pressures will ease

28%

Labor pressures will continue

65%

Labor pressures will worsen

8%

Which statement best describes your organization's projected wage growth for 2023 relative to 2022?

2023 will be significantly higher

7%

2023 will be somewhat higher

42%

2023 will be about the same

39%

2023 will be somewhat lower

8%

2023 will be significantly lower

3%

What impact has the rapid rise in interest rates had on your organization's budgeting / spending?

Significantly negative impact We are budgeting / spending much less than before because of the rates.

16%

Somewhat negative impact We are budgeting / spending less than before because of the rates.

47%

No impact The rise of interest rates has not had any impact on our budgeting / spending.

37%

How would you characterize the Fed's response to inflation?

Be less aggressive in increasing rates

55%

Current approach is about right

38%

Be more aggressive in increasing rates

7%

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Inflation

52%

Labor

13%

Supply Chain

8%

Interest Rates

25%

Other

2%

100%

Which dynamic are you most concerned about looking into 2023?

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CHAMBER AT WORK WORKFORCE

FIVE COUNTIES IN WEST AL REMAIN IN GOOD STANDING AT ACT WORKFORCE SUMMIT

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ACT held its Workforce Summit “Work Smarter” October 3-5 in the “Big Easy” at The Sheraton New Orleans Hotel.

During the summit, communities from across the country were presented with plaques for being certified as a Work Ready Community, and those communities that are maintaining the certified status. Among the awards, West Alabama received five plaques maintaining status for Bibb, Fayette, Hale, Lamar, and Tuscaloosa Counties.

Attendees heard from leaders in education, business, workforce board members, economic development, and government agencies that shared ideas and best practices to develop and maintain a strong workforce ecosystem.

The ACT Workforce Summit, is a one-of-a-kind annual event to assemble the many different stakeholders involved in workforce development, and a great opportunity to network and collaborate with fellow educators, workforce and economic developers, employers, ACT Work Ready Community leaders, human resource specialists, and industry partners.

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WORKFORCE

ALABAMAWORKS! INNOVATOR AWARD GOES TO MERCEDES-BENZ U.S. INTERNATIONAL

Friday, September 9th, AlabamaWorks! was pleased to recognize Mercedes-Benz U.S. International as this year’s Innovator Award recipient for Region 3 for their role in helping to launch the Modern Manufacturing Program at Brookwood High School.

Mercedes-Benz US International Inc. (MBUSI) is an integral partner of West AlabamaWorks (WAW) strategic plan and process. When WAW launched the Modern Manufacturing Program at Brookwood High School MBUSI did not hesitate to come on board to support the program, teachers, administrators and students. MBUSI staff serve as advisors to the program where they share the vision of MBUSI and the workforce

needs with the students. They also go above and beyond to support the program through donations to the program so students are able to learn with hands-on materials they would encounter at the plant.

As the modern manufacturing program was replicated with other schools in our region MBUSI added to their commitment by donating a GLE SUV to each participating school for students to take apart and put back together each semester to gain knowledge of the manufacturing process. As the program has been launched in three other regions MBUSI has shared the process of how they partner with our K-12 school system for other regions to replicate.

This year MBUSI added to their commitment by breaking down barriers to implement a youth apprenticeship program for 16–18 year-old students.

This unprecedented thought process took much planning and approval but was an important part of the process to train our future workforce for success.

So far MBUSI has hired and trained 24 students who are a part of the paid apprenticeship. They work with the students’ schedules to allow them to complete valuable work experience while still enjoying their high school experience. Youth apprentices at the plant have a uniform that identifies them and their role and allows other team members to assist them and mentor them while they are working in the plant. After graduation, students are hired as full-time employees with benefits and a raise. Many students have already moved from entry level jobs to team leaders due to the support and

guidance of the apprenticeship program. With MBUSI’s leadership they have shared their process of the youth apprenticeship model with their suppliers who have been able to replicate this success and give students more opportunities in the automotive field.

Donny Jones, West AlabamaWorks Executive Director stated “the partnership between MBUSI and WAW is a great example of how business and industry partners can invest in and encourage our youth who are their future workforce.”

The awards were developed to highlight people and programs across the state that take an innovative approach to solve workforce challenges and help advance Governor Ivey’s Success Plus attainment goal of adding 500,000 highly skilled workers by 2025.

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W WORLDS OF WORK EXPO 2022 SUCCESS BY THE NUMBERS

Worlds of Work (WOW) Career & Industry Expo was back in person for a 2-day event October 13-14, 2022, on the Martin campus of Shelton State Community College.

The WOW Career event saw a total of 4,030 students and their guardians with 3,675 of those students in attendance and engaged during the WOW event for ninth graders Oct. 13th & 14th.

355 students and their guardians were in attendance for WOW Varsity held for our 10th – 12th grade students on October 13th from 2pm-6pm with a focus on getting parents involvement.

102 exhibitors participated over the span of 2 days. The WOW VIP Breakfast took place Friday October 14th from 7:30am-9am at Shelton State Community College Gymnasium with business and industry leaders and education partners in attendance. There were also two communities visiting from Great Falls, Montana and Tallahassee, Florida during the 2-days.

The fourth Educator Workforce Academy (EWA) Graduation was held during the WOW VIP Breakfast.

Last year, educators visited numerous places including Brose, Phifer Inc, McAbee Construction, BF Goodrich, career technical centers, workforce centers, and heard from key leaders in education on workforce development. We appreciate each of these companies who supported the Academy this year. Each participant had to complete action plan and participate in 100% of the sessions to graduate.

We are happy to announce that 37 education leaders in our region graduated on October 14th from the program as educator workforce fellows. During the WOW VIP Breakfast, we welcomed our new 2022-2023 Educator Workforce Academy class with 81 top level educators participating, representing seven counties.

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NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS

AUGUST THROUGH NOVEMBER [BU:ST] LLC

3535 Pelham Road, Suite 201 Greenville, SC 26915 Phone: (864) 382-0191 Mark Wyman

Consultants

A&R TAX AND BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

1105 Southview Lane Ste. 103 #417 Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 Phone: (205) 826-1678 Amber Wells

Tax Preparation

ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES

1400 James I Harrison Jr Pkwy E., Suite 300 Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 Phone: (205) 554-1300 Caitlin Hynes

Government

APRIL LEIGH - DHI RESIDENTIAL A D.R. HORTON COMPANY

11388 Tingle Tangle Road Vance, AL 35490 Phone: (205) 526-4215 Terica Bexley Marable

DAVID ALLEN CAPITAL, INDEPENDENT AGENCY

58 Cumberland Park Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 Phone: (205) 737-5400 Amy McDaniel

Financial Services

DRUID CITY WELLNESS CENTER

653 Helen Keller BLVD Tuscaloosa, AL 35466 Phone: (205) 301-0769 Ella Williamson

Health Care Services - Outpatient Mental Health Services ELITE RECRUITING

130 Hargrove Road Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 554-8013 Heather Fikes

Employment Contractors / Staffing FMS MANAGEMENT SERVICE LLC

9420 Ranch Circle Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 Phone: (205) 774-6896 Sheri Harshaw

Logistics / Transportation

Rental Properties INDIAN HILLS PLASTIC SURGERY Real Estate / Apartments / Condo 3601 Watermelon Road AUTOTREAD, INC.

2224 3rd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35233 Phone: (205) 320-7000 LaToya Colvin

Automobile - Service / Parts / Collision Repair Services BOBAMANIA

1800 McFarland Blvd, Suite 434 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 Phone: (828) 989-6799 Shannon Grady

Restaurants

CENTRAL MESA

519 Greensboro Ave Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (256) 682-5104 Brandon Tribble

Restaurants

CRIMSON CUTS

2115 University Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 565-8614 Jack Mauldin

Hair Salons/ Barber Shops

CROUX

2324 2nd Avenue N Birmingham, AL 35203 Phone: (205) 533-3444 Lindsey Founder

Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 Phone: (205) 462-7372 Anna Shiew

Spa - Medical LI- CYCLE

1601 Boone Blvd.

Northport, AL 35476 Phone: 1-877-542-9253 Greg Montgomery

Manufacturing & Production NEW HEIGHTS COMMUNITY CENTER

1210 21st Ave Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 759-3700 Tesney Davis

Schools - Other Non-Profit Organizations NEWCASTLE HOMES

121 Bishop Circle Pelham, AL 35124 Phone: (205) 326-7406 Madison Benson

2188 Parkway Lake Drive Hoover, AL 35244 Phone: (205) 822-1611 Hannah Reilly

Construction - General Real Estate / Realty / Realtors

STAR COOPERATION USA, INC.

Human Resource / Payroll

Transportation

11428 Stella Way Northport, AL 35475-4578 Phone: (205) 454-0478 Brandon Howard

THEDAPPERGROOMER

Restaurants Bakeries - Retail

Veterinarians / Pet Boarding / Grooming

1130 University Blvd, Suite B4 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 502-4326 Wade Johnson PHROPRO DESIGNS

566 Killdeer Road Newbern, AL 36765 Phone: (803) 719-1211

Advertising & Marketing Artists & Art Instruction PRESS PLAY ENTERTAINMENT AND INFLATABLES LLC

14100 Preston Woods Northport, AL 35475 Phone: (205) 535-0619 Mallory Smith

Entertainment / Recreation Rental Services / Supplies R-N-T LAWN AND TRIMMING/ LANDSCAPING

Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 Phone: (659) 239-6601 Samuel Rubenstein

Retail - Specialty Retailer

2515 Shoal Place Northport, AL 35473 Phone: (205) 369-3406 Tim Lewis

Non-Profit Organizations TUSCALOOSA COUNTY BRANCH OF NAACP

P.O. Box 2671 Tuscaloosa, AL 35403 Phone: (205) 887-3701 Lisa Young

Non-Profit Organizations UAB CALLAHAN EYE

RAUSCH COLEMAN HOMES

UNITI FIBER

Real Estate Developers

Telecommunications & Phone Systems

Landscape / Lawn Care

3825 Lorna Rd., Ste 214 Hoover, AL 35244 Phone: (205) 650-2037 Katie McWilliams

REGENCY RETIREMENT VILLAGE

5001 Old Montgomery Hwy Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 Phone: (205) 752-5500 Jennifer Anderson

Nursing / Retirement / Assisted Living Homes

Health Care Facilities

107 St. Francis Street, Suite 1800 Odenville, AL 35120 Phone: (205) 422-8689 Daniel Callins VIBE SALON LLC

1406 22nd Avenue Tuscaloosa , AL 35401 Phone: (205) 764-5200 Kaitlin Nixon

Hair Salons/ Barber Shops

RODGERS CONSULTING GROUP, BROKERED BY EXP REALTY

WARRIOR INVESTMENT GROUP

Real Estate Management Business Development

Financial Planners / Consultants

RONALD TURNER REAL ESTATE

PARTY WOW OF TUSCALOOSA, LLC

TUSCALOOSA CIVIL RIGHTS HISTORY & RECONCILIATION FOUNDATION

1720 University Boulevard, Suite 305 Birmingham, AL 35233 Phone: (205) 325-8239 Leah Glenn

Advertising & Marketing

Tuscaloosa, AL 35402 Phone: (205) 301-4763 Patricia Blondheim

3801 Millcreek Ln Tuscaloosa , AL 35404 Phone: (205) 579-0518 Arista Garcia

1900 Rice Mine Road North, Apt. 107 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 Phone: (205) 496-4322 Rick Townsend

NORTHPORT LIVING MAGAZINE

Real Estate Developers

10097 Brose Drive, Suite 100 Vance, AL 35490 Phone: (205) 240-3223 Emre Altindal

PEACH COBBLER FACTORY

11897 Hwy 86 Carrollton, AL 35447 Phone: (205) 799-0796 Debbie Rodgers

Employment Contractors / Staffing 2610 McFarland Boulevard East D.R. HORTON INC.

PAYCOR

2123 9th Street, Suite 201 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 242-3656 Ronald Turner

Rental Properties

100 Towncenter Boulevard, Suite 201 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 Phone: (205) 634-2400 Mitchell Loper WARRIOR SECURITY, LLC

7351 Mockingbird Rd Cottondale, AL 35453 Phone: (205) 527-4488 Corey Mason

Security Systems / Equipment / Monitoring

SOCAL CANTINA

2808 University Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 247-3205 Emma Neal

Restaurants

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HERE WE GROW AGAIN

RIBBON CUTTINGS AND GROUNDBREAKINGS AUGUST THROUGH NOVEMBER

AMY MCDANIEL, DAVID ALLEN CAPITAL, INDEPENDENT AGENCY

AUTOTREAD, INC.

B. THE BEST DAY SPA

BLOGO SALON + SKIN WELLNESS

BLOODHOUND INVESTIGATION, LLC

BOBAMANIA

BOTTOMS UP DIAPER BANK

BUFFALO'S CAFÉ

FMS MANAGEMENT SERVICE

58 Cumberland Park Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 Phone: (205) 737-5400 Amy McDaniel

2370 Jack Warner Parkway, Suite A106 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 861-2546 Misty Garrison

PO Box 71883 Tuscaloosa, AL 35407 Phone: (205) 539-2696 Danielle Edison Lee

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2224 3rd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35233 Phone: (205) 320-7000 LaToya Colvin

1017 16th Ave N Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 Phone: (205) 394-7352 Jasmine Prewitt

1800 McFarland Blvd East #430 Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 Phone: (205) 771-4444 Sonya Chappell

1213 McFarland Blvd. NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-2205 Phone: (205) 391-4585 Mary Virginia Best

1800 McFarland Blvd, Suite 434 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 Phone: (828) 989-6799 Shannon Grady

9420 Ranch Circle Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 Phone: (205) 774-6896 Sheri Harshaw

INDIAN HILLS PLASTIC SURGERY

JASON'S DELI

LI-CYCLE PLANT

MC SOCIAL, LLC

PAYCOR

SOCAL CANTINA

STEVEN FIKES: ALLSTATE INSURANCE

TAYLOR HARDIN SECURE MEDICAL FACILITY

TEMPORARY EMERGENCY SERVICES MOBILE SHOWER UNITS

3601 Watermelon Road Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 Phoone: (205) 462-7372 Anna Shiew

12949 Rolling Meadows Cir Northport, AL 35473 Phone: (205) 394-7880 Nikki Taylor

130 Hargrove Road Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 248-0303 Steven Fikes

2300 McFarland Blvd. East, Suite 10 Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 Phone: (205) 752-6192 Christian LeBlanc

11428 Stella Way Northport, AL 35475-4578 Phone: (205) 454-0478 Brandon Howard

1601 Boone Blvd.

Northport, AL 35476 Phone: 1-877-542-9253 Greg Montgomery

2808 University Blvd.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 247-3205 Emma Neal

1301 Jack Warner Pkwy NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 Phone: (205) 462-4506 LiJessica Mack

1705 15th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 758-5535 Karen Thompson-Jackson

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RIBBON CUTTINGS AND GROUNDBREAKINGS (CON'T)

LEADING THE WAY

ALL IN INVESTORS VISIONARY

GAME CHANGER THOMPSON ENGINEERING

2900 8th Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 759-3221 Craig Williams

CHAIRMANS CIRCLE

CEO COUNCIL Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama | JamisonMoneyFarmer PC | Paragon HM Wealth Mgt. at Morgan Stanley | Pass Family, LLC | Peco Foods, Inc. | Premier Service Company |Schnellecke Logistics | Synovus | The Nine | TTL | Tuscaloosa Association of Realtors

TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT

2816 McFarland Blvd. East Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35405 Phone: (205) 462-8800 Haley McBride

INVESTOR LEADER Alabama Credit Union | BankFirst | Barge Design Solutions Inc. | Camgian Microsystems | Cintas | Lear Corporation | Onin Staffing | Parker Towing Company | Pritchett-Moore, Inc. Insurance and Real Estate | Rosen Harwood Attorneys At Law | Spire | The Builders Group | Thompson Tractor | TownSquare Media GROWTH PARNER Allstate Coley Agency | ARD Logistics | Buffalo Rock | Cinta's |

Duncan Coker Associates, P.C. | Ellis Architects, Inc. | Fitts Agency | Hampton Inn | HFS Holding | Lear Corporation | McAbee Construction | Northport Auto Supply Co. Inc. | Plaster, Scarvey and Shumaker | Robertson Banking | Star Cooperation USA, Inc. | The Frazer Lanier Company | The Radiology Clinic | Totalcom, Inc. | Urban Bar & Kitchen, LLC | Ward Scott Architecture | Way, Ray, Shelton & Co.

COMMUNITY SUPPORTER Anchor Title | Carrie Fitts Real Estate | Duckworth-Morris Real Estate | Echols, Taylor & Associates, PC | Harwood Real Estate | Jalapenos Mexican Grill | John Plott Company, Inc. | Knight Signs | Powell Enterprises | Pylon Professionals | Remmert and Company | Renasant Bank | SmartBank | Spiller Furniture & Mattress | The Locker Room | TuscaBlue MEDIA PARTNER Lamar Advertising Company | TownSquare Media | WVUA 23 VIBE SALON, LLC

1406 22nd Avenue Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 764-5200 Kaitlin Nixon

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