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

Community • Commerce • Col laborat ion

Greater Shelby CountyChamber of Commerce

CONNECTIONSBUSINESS

SERVING:

2 Welcome New Members

To fi nd out more about any member listed — or other Chamber members — please visit our online Business Directory at www.shelbychamber.org.

Alabama Allergy and Asthma Center Brandi Shober 504 Brookwood Blvd Birmingham Medical Specialized

Dixie Satellite Rachael Tolbert 3 Brown Circle Alabaster Electronics Retailer

Double Oak Mountain Pharmacy Joseph Feick 5510 Hwy 280, Ste 123 Birmingham Pharmacy

Eversole Law, LLC Steven Eversole 850 Corporate Pkwy Ste 114 Birmingham Estate Planning

Heaven’s Best Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Stephen Mobley 2499 Forest Lakes Lane Chelsea Carpet & Rug Cleaning

ProChem Tammy Fuller 1475 Bluegrass Lakes Pkwy Alpharetta Specialty Chemical

RIA BONDS, INC. Jacquelyn Le 262 Yeager Parkway, Ste E Pelham Insurance

Rx Catering Megan Champion 2120 Columbiana Road Vestavia Hills Catering

Turner Promotions John Turner P.O. Box 1721 Pelham Advertising/Promotion

Wealth Planning Services Marcia Miller 2290 Valleydale Rd, Ste 202 Birmingham Financial Investments

Yellowhammer Roofi ng, Inc Alfred Richards 112 W. Tarrant Drive, Ste B Gardendale Roofi ng

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M&F Bank 2013 Chair

Bill KellerRegions Financial Corporation

2013 Chair-elect

Terri WilliamsAT&T - Alabama

Immediate Past Chair

Phillip HeardAlabama Gas Corporation

Vice Chair, Business Development

Tim PrinceShelby County Newspapers, Inc.

Vice Chair, Communications

April Weaver Shelby Baptist Medical Center

Vice Chair, Community & Workforce Development

Keith Barfi eld Barfi eld Murphy, Shank & Smith, PCVice Chair, Finance & Administration

John D. BrowningCahaba Valley Computer Services, LLCVice Chair, Membership & Marketing

Vivian Johnson Sam’s Club Hoover

Lisa McMahon Warren Averett, LLC

Paul Rogers Aliant Bank

Joe SullivanSullivan Communications, Inc

Clint Umphrey Texas Roadhouse

Keith Brown Jefferson State Community College

Tim Bowen Alabama Power Company

David PlattBlue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

Charlie StevensThompson Tractor, Inc.

Linda CenculaAlabama Telco Credit Union

Gregg MaerckerFirst Commercial Bank

Richard OliveSaginaw Pipe, Inc.

James E. “Jim” PurvisA.C. Legg, Inc.

Tim Benefi eldBuffalo Rock

Greater Shelby Chamber Board of Directors Ambassador of the Month

Rob GerchowCongratulation to Rob Gerchow

for achieving April Ambassador of the Month. Rob Gerchow is the Assistant Marketing Manager for SERVPRO of Birmingham. Rob has more than 25 years of sales experience with companies such as Hartz Mountain Pet Supplies, Kraft Corporation, & Cook’s Pest Control. Working to build relationships, brand awareness, and education about SERVPRO and the restoration industry, Rob

currently helps to manage all sales and marketing functions and personnel for SERVPRO of Birmingham. SERVPRO of Birmingham serves all of Shelby and Jefferson counties. They specialize in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial properties after fi re, smoke, or water damage. SERVPRO’s staff is highly trained in property damage restoration-from initial ongoing training at SERVPRO Corporate headquarters in Gallatin, TN, to regular IICRC industry certifi cations. Backed by a nationwide system of over 1600 qualifi ed franchises, no damage is too large or too small for SERVPRO of Birmingham.

SERVPRO of Birmingham also provides carpet, upholstery, and HVAC duct system cleaning. For more information, or to schedule services, please call 205-664-6770 today.

Contact Us

Greater Shelby County

Chamber of Commerce

1301 County Services Drive,

Pelham, Alabama 35124

Phone: 663-4542

Fax: 663-4524

RSVP Line: 663-8923

info@shelbychamber.org

www.shelbychamber.org

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As we head into spring, it’s time to starting thinking about preparing to protect ourselves from the intense Alabama summer sun.

Below are statistics on skin cancer that should make everyone want to apply daily moisturizer with sun protection factor (SPF) 30-50 on a daily basis, seek shade when possible and wear protective clothing.

More than 3.5 million skin cancers in more than 2 million people are diagnosed in the United States annually.

Current estimates are that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. Basal cell (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) are the

two most common forms of skin cancer, but are easily treated if detected early with 95% cure rates.

By 2015, it is estimated that one in 50 Americans will develop melanoma in their lifetime.

Caucasians and men older than 50 are at a higher risk of developing melanoma than the general population.

Melanoma is the most common form of cancer for young adults 25-29 years old and the second most common form of

cancer for adolescents and young adults 15-24 years old.

Exposure to tanning beds increases the risk of melanoma, especially in women aged 45 years or younger. Melanoma survivors have an approximately nine-fold increased risk of developing another melanoma compared to the general population.

On average, one American dies from melanoma every hour - or 9480 deaths in 2013. Other skin cancers (BCC, SCC and others) will cause approximately 3070 deaths in the United States in 2013.

The most important risk factor for BCC and SCC is exposure to ultraviolet

light.

Risk factors for melanoma include:

• More than 50 moles• Atypical moles• Light skin• Freckles• A history of sunburn• Family history of

melanoma

Individuals with a history of skin cancer, family history of skin cancer or multiple risk factors should have a full-body skin exam by a board-certified dermatologist at least annually and perform regular self-exams for new and changing moles.

Corey L. Hartman, MD, FAAD, Skin & Wellness Center of Alabama

Health Focus of the Month: Get Ready & Prepare for the Intense Alabama Summer Sun

The Chamber’s Small Business Work Group will host the May Membership Luncheon on May 22 as we celebrate the positive economic impact small business has on Shelby County. Nominees for the Chamber’s 2013 Small Business Persons of the Year in four categories, based upon the size of their company, will be recognized and the recipients in each category will be announced.

The event, sponsored by Regions Bank, will also feature comments from Gary and Martha Parisher, owners of Cheeriodicals. The couple and co-owners

will share their personal experience of how their business - a wide-array of gifts for patients dealing with health-related issues -- began and has thrived

since its inception. The luncheon, sponsored by Regions Bank will be held from 11:00AM-1:00PM at the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena, 500 Amphitheatre Road in Pelham. The cost for members is $17 per person and $25 per person for future members. Reserved corporate tables of eight are also available for $175. Reservations are requested by noon on Monday, May 20.

May Chamber Luncheon - Saluting Small Business!

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Want to build business relationships that will impact your business and increase your network? Then being an Ambassador is for you! The purpose of the Ambassador Program is to extend the warmth and hospitality of the Chamber to members and guests while facilitating networking at Chamber functions.

Ambassadors serve as an extension of the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce by attending Chamber events in which they act as greeters, points of contacts for information, and promoters of networking among event attendees.

To determine if the Ambassador Program is right for you, ask yourself the following questions:

Do I have time to commit approximately five hours per month to serve as a volunteer for the Chamber?

Would I like to increase visibility for my company and myself in the Shelby County area?

Am I able to meet people easily and make them feel welcome and comfortable in an unfamiliar setting?

Am I energetic, enthusiastic and someone that thrives on having fun?

If you answered “yes” to the above questions, then this the program for you! Contact Aubri McClendon at 663-4542 or aubri@shelbychamber.org. for more details!

Ambassadors are Amazing!Are You Ready to be

Amazing Too?There are numerous opportunities for involvement with the Chamber. Joining a Work Group is one opportunity and an easy process - visit www.shelbychamber.org and click on Work Groups from the home page to read more details about each Work Group and then simply contact the Chamber and let us know! You will then be contacted by the appropriate Chamber Staff member or Work Group Chair.

• Existing Business & Industry Work Group

Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month @ 9:00 a.m. @ Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon

• Small Business Work GroupMeets 1st Wednesday of

each month @ 4:00 p.m. @ The Chamber

• Governmental Affairs Work Group

Meets 4th Thursday of each month @ 9:00 a.m. @ The Chamber

• Education Work GroupMeets 2nd Tuesday of each

Month @ 8:30 a.m. @ Shelby County Instructional Services Center

• Community Improvement Work Group

Meeting Dates & Times to be determined

• Health Services Work Group

Meets 2nd Friday of each month @ 8:30 a.m. @ Cardiovascular Associates

• Ambassadors Work GroupMeets 1st Wednesday of

each month @ 11:30 a.m. @ the Chamber

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With over 70% of our Chamber members classifi ed as small businesses we want to recognize. The positive economic impact small business has on Shelby County.

Activities• Nominees’ Reception on May 20 from 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Ballantrae Country Club (by invitation only).• Capital Access Seminar featuring Rod Perkins of the Small Business Administration, May 21 from 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

• Recognition at the Small Business Awards Luncheon scheduled for May 22 from 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. at the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena. In addition, recipients of the Small Business Person of the Year in the four categories will be recognized with an award at the Chamber’s May Monthly Membership Luncheon. As part of the program we are honored to have Gary & Mary Martha Parisher of Cheeriodicals (a local Shelby County business that has experienced statewide and national success) as our keynote presenters.

Chamber Hosting First Small Business Week Celebration

The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce has numerous sponsorship opportunities to increase visibility for promote your organization. Each sponsorship offers your organization exposure in Business Connections, the Chamber’s monthly newsletter, the Chamber’s website, social media and more. There are sponsorships to meet every budget. A few of the sponsorships currently available are:

* Monthly Membership Luncheons

* Business After Hours* Quarterly Membership

Receptions* Health Focus of the Month

(newsletter)* Seminars* Special events* Golf Fore! Workforce Classic* 3rd Annual Shelby Blues &

BBQTo inquire about more

sponsorship opportunities, contact Kirk Mancer, President & CEO at the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce at 663-4542 today to fi nd the best sponsorship suited for your organization!

Greater Shelby Chamber Sponsorship Opportunities

The University of Montevallo President, Dr. John W. Stewart III, invites Chamber members to a complimentary Business After Hours event with a special preview of the Montevallo On Main project in Montevallo.

The event will be held Thursday, May 16 from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at the former Alabama Power building in downtown Montevallo.

Be among some of the fi rst in the Shelby County community to see a unique revitalization partnership between the University, Shelby County, and the

City of Montevallo before it opens to the public in July.

This is an exciting initiative which is fostering economic develo p.m.ent and revitalizing the Main Street corridor in Montevallo.

With Chamber members from Calera, Montevallo, Greater Shelby and South Shelby Chambers this will also be another outstanding business networking event.

While there is no charge, reservations are required in preparation for the event by May 14. Call the Chamber at 663-4542 or RSVP at www.shelbychamber.org.

SAVE THE DATE: Business After Hours

Business After Hours Offers Special Preview of

Montevallo on Main

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Members were provided an update on our nation’s capital by U.S. Congressman Spencer Bachus at the recent membership luncheon

which was sponsored by America’s First Federal Credit Union.

Congratulations on the grand opening of the Big Eye Deals, Pelham! Big Eye Deals has only one big ideal, to sell high quality prescription

eyeglasses and sunglasses at an affordable price.

It was standing room only networking mania, Texas treats, fun, games, and prizes at the recent Business After Hours hosted by Texas

Roadhouse in Pelham.

Congratulations on the grand opening of a brand new branch for Legacy Community Federal Credit Union, Alabaster. The branch is located in the

Propst Shopping Center providing full service to its customers.

There was a crowd of 50+ that joined in support to celebrate the new Alabaster YMCA building on its dedication of the organization’s newly

expanded building.

Carpet Outlet of Shelby County, Pelham recently celebrated a monumental 30 years of being in business. Carpet Outlet of Shelby

County is your full service design and decorating center.

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Upcoming Events

May

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.

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

1 Ambassadors Work Group11:30 a.m. - Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham

1 Small Business Work Group4:00 p.m. - Greater Shelby Chamber,1301 County Services Dr., Pelham

2 Industry Appreciation ReceptionTimberline Golf Club, 300 Timberline Trail, Calera(Invitation Only).

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Health Services Work Group8:30 a.m. - Cardiovascular Associates,3890 Colonnade Parkway, Birmingham

Governmental Affairs Work Group9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham

Small Business Persons of the Year Nominees Reception5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Regions Bank Ballantrae Country Club (By Invitation Only.)

Capital Access Seminar9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - Featuring Rod Perkins, Small Business Administration. Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services, Dr., Pelham

Memorial Day HolidayChamber Offi ce Closed

Membership Luncheon/ Small Business Week11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Sponsored by Regions Bank. Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Rd., Pelham. RSVP required by noon, Monday, May 20th. Investment: Members $17, future-members $25

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Education Work Group8:30 a.m. - Shelby County Instructional Services Center, 601 First Street South, Alabaster

Existing Business & Industry Work Group9:00 a.m. - Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc., 3535 Grandview Parkway, Suite 500, Birmingham

Membership Reception11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Sponsored by RX CateringGreater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham. No cost. RSVP required by Monday, May 13

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