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The Corner
Serving All of South West Mobile County
SouthWest Mobile County Chamber of Commerce
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Business Luncheon Wednesday, January 4th Guest Speaker: City Councilman John Williams
“In Step With Progress”
Jeff L. Schmitz
Johnny Antley - Individual
Chris Benton - Alabama Power
Chris Black - Integrity IT Services
Byran Dewberry - Midtown Mortgage
Cadie Gaut - Payroll Vault
Russanne Howell - Farmers Insurance
Cindy Imsand - A-Cool Storage
Larry Kent - Individual
Delores MCLaney - McLaney Senior Dance
Kay Peace - Individual
Ruth Robinson - Mobile Memorial Gardens
Cemetery
Bruce Rogers - Servpro of South Mobile Co. Della Wade - WalMart Keidrick Wooten - Mobile Gas
Honorary
Lois Rockhold - Individual
Board of Directors
Our Chamber’s mission is to foster, promote, advance, and improve the civic,
commercial and general business interests of the surrounding areas and to
cooperate with other communities promoting objectives for the improvement of our business and
the welfare of our community.
2017 Officers
Donna Abercrombie
Hello everyone, I hope you all had a great
Christmas and your New Year was a fun
celebration with family and friends. 2017 is
here and new beginnings are happening all
around us. As the winter season creeps in and
we find ourselves snuggling up around a warm
fire sipping on hot chocolate, remember to be
thankful for everything and continue to be a blessing to others
throughout the year. The rewards are unbelievable.
My wish for you all is that your heart be filled with peace, love and
joy and your bank accounts are full and overflowing.
A positive life quote just for you-
“Whoever loves much, performs much, and can accomplish much, and what is done in love is done well.”– Vincent Van Gogh When we are active in the chamber our love shines for the community and surrounding area we live in.
For those of you that have been thinking about joining the chamber;
this is a good time. The year is just beginning and there are many
events already on the calendar. We need your help to make these
events a success! The chamber is a great place to network, meet
new people and grow your business. I encourage you not to wait,
the time is now!!
Keeping in step with progress!!
Blessings,
Message from the President
President Donna Abercrombie Century Bank 1st Vice President Theresa Orrell Polysurveying 2nd Vice President Pete Riehm NAI Mobile Secretary Tiffany Ginn Southern Light Treasurer Teresa Taylor AIM Mail Center
What better time to
than now?
JANUARY CALENDAR
SWMCCC Business Luncheon
When: Jan. 4th 11:30am-1pm
Guest Speaker: City Councilman John Williams
Where: Tillman’s Corner Community Center
Contact: Chamber Office 251-666-2488
Cost: $9 for members and $11 for potential members
Sponsor:
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Tillman’s Corner Lions Club Meeting
When: Jan. 17th Noon
Where: Tillman’s Corner Community Center
Contact: Marion Farnell 251-554-2091
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Tillman’s Corner Lions Club Meeting
When: Jan. 3rd Noon Where: Tillman’s Corner Community
Center
Contact: Marion Farnell 251-554-2091
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will be CLOSED. We will open for regular business hours
Tuesday, January 3rd
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Business After Hours
When: Jan. 11th 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Where: Boys and Girls Club
6585 Carol Plantation Rd. Theodore, AL 36582
Contact: Chamber Office 251-666-2488
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SWMCCC Coffee with the Chamber
When: Jan. 17th 7:30am - 8:30am
Where: Tillman’s Corner Community Center
Contact: Chamber Office 251-666-2488
Cost: Free for members and $5 for potential members
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SWMCCC Citizen of the Year Banquet
When: Jan. 27th 6:30pm
COY: Pete Riehm
Where: Tillman’s Corner Community Center
Contact: Chamber Office 251-666-2488
Cost: $20 per person RSVP Required
The Power of the Inbox Workshop
When: Jan. 26th 8:00 - 9:00am
Where: Tillman’s Corner Community Center
Host: Kathryn Cariglino with Constant Contact
RSVP: 251-666-2488, [email protected]
Register Here: http://conta.cc/2h2PhkJ
Guest Speaker:
MONTHLY
BUSINESS LUNCHEON
City Councilman John Williams
John Williams is the son of Bobby Joe and Frances Williams. He was born on September 24, 1962
in Lake Charles, LA. He has three siblings: Mike (Houston); Ann (Little Rock); Billy (North Little
Rock).
John is married to Dr. Maureen Baldy Williams - RETIRED Colonel US Army--veteran of Iraq War.
They have two Children John Paul (11) and Luke (9) - Fifth Grade and Fourth grade at St. Ignatius.
John’s hobbies include golf and coaching youth sports.
Education:
Bachelor of Science (Business Admin) Northwester State University - 1984
Masters of Science (Administration) Central Michigan University - 1994
Graduate of the Air Force (Air Command and Staff College)-1996
Retired Army Major-20 years (1984-2004) - Desert Storm Vet - Served on Pentagon Staff - Last assignment --Troy University
Army ROTC (2001-2004)
Employment since retirement:
Security Engineers - hired to set-up operations in Mobile and establish Standard Procedures for providing security to Regions Bank and Blue Cross Blue Shield Properties. (Aug 2004 - Mar 2005)
Business Manager: Mobile Premier Pediatric Dentistry (Jan 06 - Current) - personally managed the complete renovation and establishment of the practice
Menu: Hand-Cut Butcher’s Choice Top Sirloin served on a Bed of Garlic Mashed Potatoes
And Mushroom Stout Gravy topped with Crispy Onions
House Salad
Rolls
Blue Ribbon Brownies Sweet and Unsweet Tea
The SouthWest Mobile County Chamber of Commerce Presents its
January 4, 2017 11:30am - 1pm
Sponsor: Caterer:
Graduation We will be honoring our 2016-2017 T.A.L.L students at the Business Luncheon
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2017 Board of Directors
Donna Abercrombie
President
Theresa Orrell
1st Vice President Pete Riehm
2nd Vice President
Teresa Taylor
Treasurer
Tiffany Ginn
Secretary
John Antley
Board of Directors Chris Benton
Board of Directors Chris Black
Board of Directors
Byran Dewberry
Board of Directors Cadie Gaut
Board of Directors
Russanne Howell
Board of Directors
Cindy Imsand
Board of Directors
Larry Kent
Board of Directors
Delores McLaney
Board of Directors
Kay Peace
Board of Directors
Ruth Robinson
Board of Directors Bruce Rogers
Board of Directors
Della Wade
Board of Directors
Keidrick Wooten
Board of Directors
Member News
Our members have been busy spreading cheer.
Thanks to the employees at Evonik Corporation,
we are saluting them for their efforts and
commitment to our Thanksgiving Food Drive.
We could provide over 125 families: a turkey and
a box of canned goods and items to help
celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving throughout
our community. The employees at Evonik
donated back turkeys to charitable organizations.
Upon the donations from Evonik employees, we
could provide food for those in need. Thanks to
everyone who participated and remember giving
comes from the heart and Evonik Industries has
proven to be thinking of others during the
holidays.
2016 SWMCCC Christmas Parade
Citizen of the Year Pete Riehm
2016 SWMCCC Christmas Parade Ribbon Cutting
Best Decorated Float Touching Hearts Senior Care
Spirit Award JoAnne McKnight
Grand Marshal City Councilman John Williams
Santa
Tillman's Corner Area Learning Leadership program was established to encourage and enable future leaders of our
Community. It is our great pleasure to introduce our third class of T.A.L.L. students that were chosen by their submitted
applications and letters of recommendation. Through their hard work, volunteerism and dedication to this program these
students are developing opportunities to meet business men and woman that are mentoring them through the processes of
their future endeavors. By completion of this program these students have had the opportunity to be eligible for scholarships
and open door opportunities to be successful in the work force. Join us in Congratulating our 2016 Tillman's Corner Area
Learning Leadership Class. It has been a pleasure getting to know each of these students. They come from diverse
backgrounds and different area schools, but one thing is for certain their goals are all the same. Finish school attend college
and go on to be leaders in their own communities. The have had many hours together learning more about the world in
which they live in today. Beginning with a lecture from Eric Rickey a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, Jeff Brinson a
certified Sales Coach at Southwestern Consulting to visiting the City Council Pre-Council meetings and learning the daily
operations from Mr. John Williams. His continual commitment to this program has made it a success. The Mayor also gave us
an opportunity to sit down and discuss the importance of Leadership with our students. They toured the Evonik Corporation
and learned about job safety and product management. The experience and mentors these students have received in such a
short time has been priceless. They have volunteered with the Chamber over 600 hours and enjoyed many activities over the
past 4 months. If you know any High School Junior, please ask them to sign up for the 4th class coming up in the Spring of
2017. We are also looking for more companies to be Mentors of this program and we need your help by contacting the
Chamber office if interested. Financial Sponsors are also welcome if you're interested in donating to this Scholarship
Program please contact Tina Poiroux at [email protected].
Coffee & Networking with the Chamber January 17, 2017
7:30-8:30 am Tillman’s Corner Community Center
Free for Members / $5 for potential members RSVP with the Chamber Office
251-666-2488 or [email protected]
Small Business of the Month
Nomination Card
Company Name:______________________________
Contact Name:_______________________________
Why do you think this company is a candidate for business of
the month?
__________________________________________
__________________________________________
__________________________________________
Thank you for this Nomination:
Your Name:_________________________________
Email:______________________________________
May we share your name with the Company?
Yes No
Nominate Your Favorite Business
Diplomat Program Do you wish your business to be more involved with the
community? Would you like your company to be more
visible to leaders of the Chamber? Do you want to
enhance the skills of one of your employees? You can
accomplish all of this through the SouthWest Mobile
County Chamber of Commerce Diplomat Program.
Diplomats assist at various functions such as a Ribbon
Cuttings, Business After Hours and Luncheons. If you
have an energetic, outgoing employee who is qualified
and interested, contact Tina Poiroux at 251-666-2488 or
Join our monthly Business
Luncheon for your
chance to win a free business card ad
THE POWER OF THE INBOX:
JANUARY 26TH 8 - 9AM
TILLMAN’S CORNER COMMUNITY CENTER
HOSTED BY: KATHRYN CARIGLINO
WITH CONSTANT CONTACT
What is the first impression you give when customers or
prospects see you in their email inbox? And when they see
you there, what do they do?
This powerful seminar takes you step-by-step through the keys
to effective email marketing:
What it really is (and isn’t)
What it can do for your business
And the five easy steps you must take to harness the power of
the inbox!
Grow a healthy list
Create great content
Customize a beautiful, mobile-friendly template
that matches your brand
How to get your emails opened
Tracking your results
From revealing why regular email doesn't work, to insider tips
and techniques like automated list building tools and the design
elements that work (and those that don't!), this seminar will
give you the keys to the most effective marketing you can do:
email marketing.
Submission deadline for member news is the 10th of
each month. News release should be brief and only
1-2 paragraphs. Send your info to
Register Here:
http://conta.cc/2h2PhkJ
RSVP: 251-666-2488/ [email protected]
Community Center Staff
Executive Director Tina Poiroux
Rental Specialist Ashley Rester
Building Supervisor Hooper Stiles
Susan Williams
Many thanks to all our members for a year full of activities and successes. We are honored to call you all family and friends. The year in review has been a wonderful reflection of all our hard work and dedication to helping the Chamber and Community Center. Making spirits bright is our moto here in the office, but learning to value each one this upcoming year is our desire. We want to hear from each of you with your ideas and reviews of upcoming events. We value all communications. The Chamber has prioritized the needs of our members and want to help make you and your business a success. Take a pledge to get more involved inviting coworkers and business constituents to Luncheons and Coffees
hosted by the Chamber staff and see your business grow in the New Year!
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a Leader.” -John Quincy Adams
Greetings from the Director:
Holiday Inn 110 The Antley Family
Mobile Memorial Gardens Cemetery Payroll Vault
Polysurveying SouthWest Mobile County Chamber
Photo Courtesy of Kay Peace
Anna Brandt from St. Vincent de Paul School Selina Lisenba from W.C. Griggs Elementary
Braylen Tolbert from Meadowlake Elementary Preston Sinclair from Pearl Haskew Elementary
Sierra Lose from St. Elmo Elementary
Thank you to the sponsors of each school.
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SUPPORT THE
COMMUNITY THAT
SUPPORTS YOU BY
JOINING THE
SOUTHWEST MOBILE
COUNTY CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE.
For information on
becoming a member call
251-666-2488.
If you are already a
member, pass the word
along to help promote our
community!
Business of the Month:
CORPORATE SPONSORS
GOLD
INTEGRITY IT SERVICES
SILVER
BRONZE
KAREN C. SIMMONS, P.C.
HUNTINGTON LEARNING
CENTER
BECOME A SPONSOR
TODAY!
Membership Renewals:
New Members:
Corporate Sponsor:
McLaney’s Senior Dance
Providence Foundation - Festival of Flowers
P.O. Box 850429
Mobile, AL 36685
S & H Truck Parts & Equipment
4751 Rangeline Rd.
Mobile, AL 36619
ABC Signs & Shirts
All A Bloom Florist & Gifts LLC
Army Aviation Ctr Federal Credit Union
Bancorp South Bank
Comfort Suites
Dyal, Greg
Feeding the Gulf Coast
Huntington Learning Center
Karen Simmons P.C.
Lindsey & Waldo LLC
Mamun Siddiq Real Estate LLC
Meadowlake Elementary School
Millsaps & Associates, Inc.
Millsaps, Pamela
Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home
New Horizons Credit Union
Peace, Kay
Pearl Haskew Elementary School
Rx Express of Tillman’s Corner
South AL Reg. Planning Commission
State Farm - Joey Strickland
Wilton Catering
The UPS Store # 4690
Windom, Steve
251-206-7138
Owned and Operated by Delores McLaney.
Band Members: Larry Davis, Butch Layne, Donald Reed, Kenny Reed, Buddy Finch and Carolyn Willard.
Assisted by: Dee DeMouy, Ruth Huber, Della Wade & Tressa Lewis
You can have the opportunity to hear the band on the first & third Thursday of every month at the Tillman’s Corner Community Center at 7:00pm.
