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From Paige’s Desk in March 2026
March found us full steam ahead in planning for our upcoming Executive Leadership Conference in Huntsville at the end of April. I am truly excited about the stellar line up we have for this year’s speakers. It is “out of this world.” Additionally, the National Civics Bee® entered a new phase as finalist were chosen for our upcoming regional bees. The top 3 from each of these will meet on July 16, 2026, in Montgomery for the Alabama National Civics Bee State Finals presented by Kinder Morgan. Mark your calendar and make plans to join us.
Read MoreFrom Paige’s Desk in February 2026
January brought an early start to the legislative session on Tuesday, January 13th. As happens, the first week of the session brought a buzz to Montgomery with the first BCA Tuesday morning briefing with Governor Ivey. The next morning I was happy to join friends and colleagues for the ADN Legislative Kickoff Breakfast followed by our first Alabama Chambers board meeting and the BCA Legislative Reception. We are also pleased to be with ATN as they cut the ribbon on their official renaming to Alabama Training Network.
Read MoreHuntingdon College Economic and Community Development Scholars Program
We are excited to announce the 2026 dates and information for the the Huntingdon College Economic and Community Development Scholars Program.
Read More2026 Chamber Day at the Capitol
Alabama Chambers Hosts Chamber Day at the Capitol, Honors Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth with Inaugural Leadership in Government Award
Read MorePaige’s Desk in January 2026
January brought an early start to the legislative session on Tuesday, January 13th. As happens, the first week of the session brought a buzz to Montgomery with the first BCA Tuesday morning briefing with Governor Ivey. The next morning I was happy to join friends and colleagues for the ADN Legislative Kickoff Breakfast followed by our first Alabama Chambers board meeting and the BCA Legislative Reception. We are also pleased to be with ATN as they cut the ribbon on their official renaming to Alabama Training Network.
Read MorePaige’s Desk in November
November started with a visit to the David Mathews Center for Civic Life in Montevallo to discuss all things National Civics Bee before heading to Huntsville for the 2025 ACCS Workforce Summit for a full day of partner discussions about all things workforce. It was great to see my old friend from Georgia, Dr. Roger Tutterow and to hear his thoughts on the economy and where 2026 will take us.
Read MoreLake Martin Dadeville Area Chamber of Commerce Announces Appointment of First Full-Time Chief Executive Officer
The Lake Martin Dadeville Area Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the hiring of its first full-time Chief Executive Officer (CEO), marking an exciting new chapter in the Chamber’s ongoing commitment to community and economic development across the Lake Martin region.
Read More2025 Alabama Small Business of the Year Award Winners Announced in Birmingham
Congratulations to the 2025 Alabama Small Business of the Year Award Winners announced in Birmingham.
Read MoreLinda Lewis Honored with the Alabama Chambers Jamie Wallace Award
The Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (Alabama Chambers) proudly announced Linda Lewis, president of the Chamber of Commerce of Walker County, as the 2025 recipient of the Jamie Wallace Award during The Partnership Annual Meeting held in Birmingham.
Read MorePaige’s Desk in October
As the weather turns a little cooler (FINALLY) and the calendar turns to November, I first want to say how thankful and grateful I am for the opportunity to serve each of you. I hope as the year draws to a close and you are looking forward to a new year that you will find ways to engage with us more and strengthen your connection to YOUR state association and fellow chamber professionals. So, before we put up those Christmas trees and Mariah Carey completely defrosts, let’s look back at October…
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