For our first episode of 2024, Communications Director Ashlee Jones sat down with Business Development Director Savannah Dempsey to discuss upcoming events for our Chamber membership, including our Chamber Young Professional socials and their upcoming Summit at JSU's South Campus! Want to nominate a Chamber member for the Small Business Awards? Nominate them here! For more information on these upcoming events, visit calhounchamber.com or reach out to Savannah directly at savannahd@calhounchamber.com! -- The In Tune with Calhoun Podcast has been listed in Feedspot's 20 Best Alabama News Pod ..read more

March 30th - The Military & Security Affairs Committee (MSAC) held their meeting this morning at the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center. Topics included the 167th Theater Sustainment Command and MSAC's involvement with the Military Stability Foundation for Alabama - an initiative to work with other military entities in the state to make AL the friendliest state to military in the country. Interested in being a part of MSAC? Contact Linda Hearn at 256-237-3536. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Communications Director Ashlee Jones spoke with Tom Todt, District Director for the Small Business Association's Alabama District Office located in Birmingham about the current economic climate of our small business community, as well as its recovery post-2020. Director Todt began his duties as District Director in June 2008. In his role as District Director, Mr. Todt oversees a professional staff of 10 in the delivery of SBA’s Financial Assistance, Entrepreneurial Development, Business Training, Government Contracting and other marketing and outreach programs throughout Alabama’s 67 counties ..read more

February 5 - The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center held its first ever State of Law Enforcement. In attendance were several of the Chiefs of Police for the local municipalities in Calhoun County, as well as Calhoun County Sheriff Matthew Wade. Join us in receiving a county wide update from our local police departments, as well as their plans for the year ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Communications Director Ashlee Jones sat down with Misty Gardner, Program Manager of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Alabama, to discuss the mission and services provided by BBBS. Interested in volunteering or have questions for Misty? Contact her today at 256-241-3525 or by email at misty@bbbsneal.org! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Join us for a special webinar highlighting the importance of sign language and accessibility in the workplace for both customers and staff alike. Our guests will also be reviewing some common signs for those who visit your establishment that may be members of the deaf community. Presented by Christy Kochie & Christie Hauwiller with assistance by ASL Interpreter Dean Evans. Translation Apps: Sorenson Buzzcards Cardzilla Google Live Transcribe (Speech to Text) AVA ASL Classes: AIDB offers ASL classes via Zoom - Contact Marcus Washington at 205-328-3989 or by email at washington.marcus@aid ..read more

Join us for a special In Tune with Calhoun episode highlighting the importance of holiday shopping locally, as well as providing an update on the state of retail operations in the state of Alabama. Presented by Nancy Dennis of the Alabama Retail Association. Nancy communicates the association’s message and mission to the public as well as its members. She joined the Alabama Retail Association in late 2005. She administers Alabama Retail’s website, alabamaretail.org; its magazine, Alabama Retailer; its social media platforms and its award programs, which include the Alabama Retailer of t ..read more

Communications Director Ashlee Jones sat down with Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Jacksonville State University, Charlcie Pettway Vann, to discuss Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and the current plans for JSU top implement. If you would like to follow the work of her office on social media you can Like their Facebook page here. To reach Mrs. Vann for more information, feel free to contact her at 256-782-8434 or by email at diversity@jsu.edu.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

This April, we're celebrating the importance of our local community college for National Community College Month! Join Communications Director Ashlee Jones and Gadsden State Community College's Director of Marketing and Public Relations, Jackie Edmondson! Interested in their upcoming events? Visit their Calendar. Considering furthering your education? Apply here. Wish to contribute to the Cardinal Foundation? Donate here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Are you interested in getting the most out of your company's internship program? Join us for a wonderful presentation from Jacksonville State University Career Specialist Carlos Acosta as he walks us through the necessary components for a successful internship program. Have questions about beginning or updating your local internship program? Contact JSU's Career Services department here. For a copy of the presentation slides, please visit: Developing Your Internship Program Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more