Alabaster Chelsea

Calera

Columbiana

HarpersvilleIndian Springs

HarpersvilleIndian Springs

HarpersvilleMontevallo

PelhamVincent

WestoverCaleraWestoverCaleraIndian SpringsWestover

Indian SpringsWilsonvilleVincentWilsonvilleVincentWilton

ViewPoints

September 2011

HelenaHooverShelby County

HarpersvilleShelby County

Harpersville

Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce • 1301 County Services Drive • Pelham, AL 35124 • 205-663-4542 • info@shelbychamber.org

Welcome New Members

To fi nd out more about any member listed or other Chamber members, visit the online Business Directory at: www.shelbychamber.org.

2

Interested in advertising in ViewPoints? Contact Steven Kilpatrick, 669-3131,

at the Shelby County Reporter for exclusive member pricing.

American Cancer Society Kylee Patrick 1100 Ireland Way, Ste 201 Birmingham Community OrganizationBaptist Health Centers of Alabama LeAnn Sullivan 3201 4th Avenue South Birmingham Health CareEdward Jones ~ McEachern Michael McEachern 3659 Lorna Road, Ste 153 Hoover Financial InvestmentsEssentials of Leadership Kelly Knight 149 Cattail Lane Calera Business ConsultingHallMarketing, LLC Darla Hall 342 Trace Ridge Road Hoover Marketing ServicesMoore Coal Company, Inc. Trisston Burrows 129 4th Street N Bessemer Waste ManagementPayscape Advisors Bret Goldstein 100 41st Street South Birmingham Financial ProductsPro Forma Title, Inc. Angie Phillips 1900 Indian Lake Drive Birmingham Title ServicesShelby County Republican Party Freddy Ard 1920 Valleydale Road, Suite 154 Hoover Community OrganizationCat’s Meow Family Consignment Kimberly Valentine-Pierrotti 10699 Old Hwy 280, Bldg. 5, Ste 8 Chelsea ConsignmentWells Fargo at Brook Highland Ben Leach 5376 Highway 280 Birmingham Financial InstitutionsWells Fargo at North Shelby Jeff Olive 3350 Pelham Parkway Pelham Financial InstitutionsWells Fargo at Oak Mountain Judd Cantley 2261 Highway 31 South Pelham Financial InstitutionsWells Fargo at The Summit Brian Fricks 301 Summit Blvd Birmingham Financial InstitutionsWells Fargo Bank, N.A. George Trible 420 North 20th Street Birmingham Financial InstitutionsWells Fargo of Alabaster Robert Collins 500 Colonial Promenade Alabaster Financial InstitutionsWells Fargo of Hoover Maria Dikis 1600 Montgomery Highway Hoover Financial InstitutionsWells Fargo of Inverness Mike Wheeler 4651 Highway 280 Birmingham Financial InstitutionsWells Fargo of Riverchase Linda Bowen 3089 Highway 150 South Birmingham Financial Institutions

Online networking is becoming a large part of marketing and the way to promote your business and form relationships. The Greater Shelby Chamber recognized this communication medium as innovative, creative, and one more way for our Chamber family to connect with one another. If you haven’t created a Facebook or Twitter page yet, we encourage you to do so. We share Chamber updates, community events/needs, and cross-promote posts from our members.

Online networking is an invaluable tool to build an expanded audience for products or services. Integrate online networking into your existing marketing plan. Embrace it by connecting with the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce on Facebook, Twitter, and Linkedin. We’re excited to share your news too! Visit www.shelbychamber.org and click on the Online Networking icons to login or sign up today. Together, we are Building a Network of Opportunity.

Business-to-Business Online Networking and Person-to-PersonContinues to Rapidly Increase

Congratulations to Charmaine Dye, the August Ambassador of the Month for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce! Charmaine works with ITEX, a company that specializes in bartering and trade. ITEX puts business owners together so they can utilize each other’s goods and services without spending hard earned cash. This is a passion of Charmaine’s as she has been in the industry for 18 years. There is no cost to open an account with ITEX so for more information, call (205) 314-5797 or visit www.ITEX.com

For information about the Ambassador program, contact April Stone at (205) 663-4542 or visit www.shelbychamber.org.

Ambassador SpotlightAugust Ambassador of the Month

Charmaine Dye

Visit us at www.shoptilufl op.comfor more information

and vendor registration.

Lynn Ray, Owner and President of Business Telephones Inc., has been named Ambassador of the Month in July for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce. BTI has been in business for 27 years specializing in meeting communication needs of small to medium-sized businesses by providing telephone systems, unified messaging, off site telephones and phone/data cabling.

Lynn provides consulting on local, VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol), long distance and telecommunication information to aid businesses in making the best decision to increase productivity and income.

Lynn resides in Pelham with her husband, Terry, and their daughter Jessyca. She can be reached at (205) 988-8297 or lynn@bticonnect.com.

July Ambassador of the Month

Lynn Ray

3

We’re excited to host the fi rst ever Shelby Blues & BBQ! Come out and enjoy great food and great music, and even watch football.

Shelby Blues & BBQ will be held on October 1st at the Verizon Wireless Music Center Charter Pavilion. Gates will open to the public at 1 pm until 9 pm and tickets are only $5 per person and will go on sale September 1st.

We are planning to have a Kids Area, Tailgating Area

to watch Alabama or Auburn on large screens (both away games), tons of vendors, and great blues music. This is a family-friendly event so invite everyone you know to come on out for a great time!

If you would like to participate in the BBQ competition or sponsor the Shelby Blues & BBQ, forms are available on the website, www.shelbybluesandbbq.org. For more information contact Heather Stripling at 663-4542 or heather@shelbychamber.org.

Snapshots

Congratulations to Brown Mackie College on its recent grand opening and joint ribbon cutting ceremony shared with

several chambers of commerce.

Thank you to Buck Creek Stained Glass for hosting the recent Focus Helena

meeting and allowing members to view the beautiful stained glass works on display.

Congratulations to Anytime Fitness in Alabaster on its grand opening which was celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

shelbychamber.orgCatch more photos of Greater Shelby Chamber events online at:

shelbychamber.org

5

shelbychamber.orgshelbychamber.orgshelbychamber.org

The Focus Chelsea was held at Chelsea City Hall. Thank you to Mayor Earl Niven for providing an update on the city and to all of

the local businesses for providing delicious refreshments!

Congratulations to The Cat’s Meow Consignment Shop, Chelsea on its recent

grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony.

Thank you to McAlister’s Greystone for hosting the recent Network 280 meeting

and providing delicious refreshements and networking for all the attendees.

Governor Robert Bentley visited the Alabaster Books-A-Million to give exposure to the state’s Tax Free weekend which was

held Friday, August 5-Sunday, August 7.

Congratulations to Specifi cation Rubber on the opening of its new sales offi ce in Pelham which was celebrated with a

ribbon cutting ceremony.

Greater Shelby Chamber members enjoyed hearing from John Stewart, III, President of Montevallo University. He brings with him a positive vision and plan to continue moving

the university forward.

Terri GualanoChairAT&T

Keith BarfieldFinance ChairBarfield, Murphy, Shank & Smith

Phillip HeardDevelopment ChairAlabama Gas

Elizabeth RolandGovernance ChairAttorney at Law

Chris BottcherSirote & Permutt

Tim BowenAlabama Power

Keith BrownJefferson State Community College

Dave DavisLegacy Community Federal Credit Union Jim GarnerThe Insurance Store Silvia HoyosHispanic Interest Coalition of AL

Vivian Johnson Sam’s Club

Bill Keller Regions Financial

Lisa McMahonWarren, Averett, Kimbrough & Marino

David Nolen M&F Bank

Tim PrinceShelby County Newspapers, Inc.

Joe SullivanSullivan Communications April WeaverShelby Baptist Medical Center Jennifer WhisenantGreater Shelby Chamber

2011 Greater Shelby Chamber Board of Directors

6

During lean economic times, businesses are constantly looking for ways to improve speed and productivity. Higher synergy among employees helps accomplish both.

Organizational Trust will focus on ways to build trust between team members and the value of growing trust on your team. Trust is the foundation of any team and high trust between team members creates higher speed of work performed and lower costs.

Grow and Go workshop to be held on September 8, 2011 from 11 am until 1 pm at the Greater Shelby Chamber office, 1301 County Services Drive, Pelham.

RSVP is required by noon, Tuesday, September 6th.Investment: $10, includes lunch and materials.

“Organizational Trust” presented by Oldenburg and Associates, LLC

Grow & GoThe September membership luncheon is planned to be

interactive and informative. Networking will begin 11 a.m. with a mini-business expo, our Showcase City Feature. This month we will showcase the cities of Chelsea and Harpersville. The Showcase City Feature is just what the title implies ... businesses located in the respective cities showcase their products and services. The luncheon will begin at noon and will feature a keynote speaker to address attendees. Our luncheons are fast-paced and action-packed.

The luncheon will be at the Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham and reservations are required by September 26th. The investment is $17 for members of the Greater Shelby Chamber and $25 for guests. Reservations for Greater Shelby County Chamber members taken after the RSVP deadline are $25.

Cancellation Policy: If you make a reservation for a membership luncheon and are unable to attend, you must cancel your reservation at least TWO days prior to the luncheon to avoid being charged.

September Membership Luncheon

A.C. Legg, Inc.Alabama Power Company

ALAGASCOAlabama Telco Credit Union

America’s First Federal Credit UnionAT&T

Business ElectronicsBusiness Telephones, Inc.

Cahaba Valley Computer ServicesCarr & Associates Engineers, Inc.

Charter BusinessFastSigns

First Commercial BankITT Technical Institute

Jefferson State Community College

Legacy Community Federal Credit UnionLemak Sports Medicine

M&F Bank Minuteman Press of Alabaster

Neil Bailey Insurance & InvestmentsPAETEC

RBC BankRegions Financial

Shelby Baptist Medical CenterShelby County Reporter

Sirote & Permutt, PCSt. Vincent’s Health System

Stewart OrganizationSusan Schein Automotive

2011 Continual Sponsors

Join in on the fun!

Travel with The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce to ‘The Emerald Isle’ and spend St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland, March 14-21, 2012. We will fly from Birmingham to explore Dublin & Killarney; a land with rolling hills, warm people, stately castles and rollicking fun.

Traveling with a group offers you the best travel opportunities; meet & travel with interesting people, have fun with the group AND time on your own to visit the sites, shops and restaurants of your choice. Several meals and tours are already included in the great package price!

Don’t miss out on your opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone and receive your gift of eloquent speech. For more information call Ronda Engles at Adventure Travel (205) 444-4833 ext. 3201.

The Greater Shelby Chamber is planning its 2nd Annual Sporting Clay Shoot on November 2nd at Selwood Farm in Alpine.

Selwoodís fully automated Sporting Clays course, both challenging and fun, meets the needs of all levels of shooters. Selwoodís comprehensive shooting facility includes a NEW covered 5-stand for warm-up and training and a 100-target course. Their traps offer challenging targets for both the beginner and expert.

We are calling all Sporting Clay enthusiasts, beginners and experts, to test your skills on the course, designed for pleasure and enjoyment in the great outdoors. Watch for details! For more information call the Chamber at 663-4542.

2nd Annual Sporting Clay Shoot at Selwood Farm

Upcoming EventsCANCELLATION POLICY REMINDER: If a reservation is made for the luncheon and you are unable to attend, you will be charged for the luncheon unless a cancellation request is made at least TWO business days prior to the event.

Find more details of what you can expect about any event listed by visiting the Greater Shelby County Chamber’s website at: www.shelbychamber.org. Register for events online at www.shelbychamber.org, call the RSVP Line 663-8923, or the Chamber 663-4542.

8

2011September6

8

13

20

28

8:30 am - 9:30 am ~ Focus Indian SpringsIndian Springs School 190 Woodward Dr.No RSVP required. No cost.

11 am - 1 pm ~ Grow & Go “Organizational Trust”Presented by Oldenburg and Associates Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr., PelhamLunch and materials included.RSVP required by noon, Tuesday, September 6th. Investment: Members and non-members $10.

3 pm - 7 pm ~ Business After HoursProperty Enhancement Services 252 Yeager Parkway, PelhamNo RSVP required. No cost.

8:30 am - 9:30 am ~ Network 280St. Vincent’s One Nineteen7191 Cahaba Valley Rd.No RSVP required. No cost.

8:30 am - 9:30 am ~ Focus PelhamSarah’s Flowers, Inc.2834-C Pelham Pkwy.No RSVP required. No cost.

11 am - 1 pm ~ Membership LuncheonPelham Civic Complex500 Amphitheater Dr., PelhamRSVP required by noon, Monday, September 26th. Investment: Members $17, non-members $25.Showcase City Feature: Chelsea and Harpersville

8

2011October1

4

13

18

26

1 pm - 9 pm ~ Shelby Blues & BBQVerizon Wireless Amphitheater Charter Pavillion1000 Amphitheater Road, PelhamTickets $5 per person.

8:30 am - 9:30 am ~ Focus AlabasterState Farm, Rogers Agency100 Colonial Promenade Pkwy, Ste 600No RSVP required. No cost.

8:30 am - 10 am ~ Chamber WorksChamber, 1301 County Services Dr., PelhamNo cost. RSVP required by Friday, October 7th due to holiday.

11 am - 1 pm ~ Grow & Go “Organizational Communication”Presented by Oldenburg and AssociatesChamber, 1301 County Services Dr., PelhamLunch and materials included.RSVP required by noon, Tuesday, September 11th.Investment: Members and non-members $10.

8:30 am - 9:30 am ~ Focus PelhamFairfi eld Inn & Suites230 Cahaba Valley RoadNo RSVP required. No cost.

11 am - 1 pm ~ Membership LuncheonPelham Civic Complex500 Amphitheater Dr., PelhamRSVP required by noon, Monday, October 24th. Investment: Members $17, non-members $25.

11

Contact UsGreater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce

1301 County Services Drive

Pelham, Alabama 35124

(205) 663-4542

Fax: (205) 663-4524

info@shelbychamber.org

15 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm ~ Business After HoursParc at Cahaba River50 Cahaba River Parc, BirminghamNo RSVP required. No cost.

6 5 pm - 7 pm ~ Business After HoursCox Media Group 2700 Corporate Dr, Ste 115, BirminghamNo RSVP required. No cost.