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On September 19, Chamber members gathered to review the 2024 Public Policy Agenda and suggest updates for the upcoming 2025 edition. As a core part of the Chamber’s advocacy efforts, the Public Policy Agenda serves as the voice of the local business community, shaping policies that directly impact our region. Chamber members actively participated in…
Read MoreOn September 17, the Chamber, in partnership with the Morgan/Limestone County Department of Human Resources A-RESET Program, hosted a successful Hiring Event at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion. Approximately 515 job seekers connected with more than 50 local employers actively hiring for a variety of positions. “I think this shows us that people do want to work…
Read MoreAt our monthly Commodore meeting on September 13, our guest speaker was attorney Doug Bachuss of Nowlin, Bachuss, & Gray Law Firm. He took the time to inform our Commodores on the importance of living wills and Powers of Attorney for themselves, their spouses and adult children, as well as how to set them up.…
Read MoreThe Chamber’s Breakfast & Biz professional development and networking event was held on September 11 at The Magnolia Room. Craig Johnston, Director of Workforce Development Training & Advocacy with Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association (AMLA), introduced more than 40 attendees to Flawless Delivery, a certified customer service training program. Flawless Delivery is a two-day program…
Read MoreOn September 9, leaders from Calhoun Community College, Athens State University, Decatur City Schools and local legislators gathered to break ground on the Alabama Center for the Arts’ (ACA) new Academy for Music and Movement. The state-of-the-art, 14,000-square-foot, two-story facility will provide expanded space for music and dance programs, serving both current and future students.…
Read MoreThe Chamber hosted its annual State of Healthcare Forum on August 29 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Decatur Riverfront, bringing together key voices from our local healthcare system. This event provided a platform for healthcare leaders to share insights, updates and advancements that highlight Decatur Morgan Hospital’s commitment to serving our community. Moderator Kelli Powers,…
Read MoreThe Career Academies of Decatur is hosting a Student-Based Hiring Event on Wednesday, September 4, from 1 to 3 p.m. This event will connect local businesses and industries with skilled co-op students seeking employment in fields such as manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality and more. The event is open to students participating in work-based learning, internships and…
Read MoreMore than 120 business leaders, principals and school personnel came together for our 2024-2025 Partners-in-Education Breakfast and Work session on August 15 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Decatur Riverfront. During the work session, business and industry leaders joined with the local school they are partnered with to discuss goals and needs for each school, as…
Read MoreThe Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that for the 2024-2025 school year, the Chamber’s One Vision Foundation will award a $1,000 grant to the school of each SuperStar Teacher of the Month. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to recognizing and supporting outstanding educators and our partner school systems…
Read MoreThe Chamber’s 2024 Endless Opportunities 8th Grade Career Fair will be held Thursday, October 17 and Friday, October 18 at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion. We have plenty of room to get your company signed up for this two-day workforce and education event. It is a great opportunity to create student interest in your field in an…
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