Happy Summer! Hard to believe as I write this the calendar has flipped to June. Hopefully, for many of you that means a chance to slow down a bit, soak in some sun, and spend some time with family.
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The Alabama Chambers is excited to host the 2026 National Civics Bee® State Finals at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts on July 16, 2026. The event is open to the public, inviting community members to attend and cheer on these talented young civic leaders, with opportunities to participate in a live audience civics quiz.
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Happy Half Halloween (for those who celebrate)! Yep, April 30 marked ½ way to Halloween. As Mother Nature gives us a few days of respite before turning us to broil for the summer, I am reflecting on another great month of service to you. April was productive and busy, from beginning to end.
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On April 28, 2026, the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (Alabama Chambers) held its Night of Champions during their 2026 Executive Leadership Conference at The Graduate in Huntsville, AL.
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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.
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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.
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We are excited to announce the 2026 dates and information for the the Huntingdon College Economic and Community Development Scholars Program.
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Alabama Chambers Hosts Chamber Day at the Capitol, Honors Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth with Inaugural Leadership in Government Award
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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.
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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.
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