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April 2019

2 Events Calendar3 Ribbon Cuttings4 Cover Story7-11 Business Briefs12 Grow Dothan13 Workforce Development14 Small Business Development

Also In This Issue 7 AAA Cooper Announces

Promotion9 Reetz Receives Silver Cup

Award11 Celebrating The Gift Of Hope

And Life

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April 2019

Your WorkforceDevelopment TEAMPAGE 4

Glasstream PowerboatsAnnounces ExpansionPAGE 12

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Your cover photo features (l-r) Southeast AlabamaWorks’ Business and Industry Relations Manager Katie Thomas, Director of Workforce Deve lopment Ryan Richards and Workforce Deve lopment Programs manager Ann Maria Carr, .

AUSA Membership Kick Off Press Conference – 9 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)LEADS Group 1 Biweekly Meeting – 8 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Ribbon Cutting: Wild Rose Apothecary- 10:30 a.m.Location: 2620 Montgomery Highway, Suite 4 Ribbon Cutting: Forme Nvasive – 10:30 a.m.Location: 5630 W. Main St., Suite 3 Leadership Dothan’s Whitney DeVane Memorial Raise the Roof 0.5K – 2-6 p.m.Location: 112 W Troy St.Ambassador and Diplomat Committee Meeting – 9 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Thank you to our meeting sponsor: Wiregrass Auto CareTroy University Small Business Counseling – 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)*Reservations required: (334) 792-5138 Ribbon Cutting: Remedy Intelligent Staffing – 10:30 a.m.Location: 2323 W. Main St., Suite 207 Youth Leadership Dothan-Houston County Public Safety Day – 7:45 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)LEADS Group 2 Biweekly Meeting – 8 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Ribbon Cutting: Something Special Boutique & Gifts – 10:30 a.m.Location: 2934 Ross Clark Circle Ribbon Cutting: Pam Martin State Farm Insurance Relocation – 10:30 a.m.Location: 1600 Whatley Dr. Houston County Gives Day – 4:30-6:30 p.m.Location: 3535 Ross Clark Circle (Eagle Eye Outfitters Inc.)Spirit of Service Day *See page 7 for more information Ribbon Cutting: Flowers Medical Group Health and Wellness – 10:30 a.m.Location: 4300 W. Main St., Suite 15 22nd Annual Community-Wide Prayer Breakfast – 7:30 a.m.Location: 126 N. St. Andrews St. (Dothan Civic Center) *See page 8 for more information. Reservations required: (334) 792-5138LEADS Group 1 Biweekly Meeting – 8 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Leadership Dothan Economic Development Day – 7:45 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Business Connections – 4-6 p.m.Location: 171 Hospitality Lane (Hilton Garden Inn)*See page 3 for more information.Thank you to our sponsor: Hilton Garden InnGood Friday – Chamber ClosedRibbon Cutting: Stewart’s Window Tinting – 10:30 a.m.Location: 1797 Ross Clark Circle LEADS Group 2 Biweekly Meeting – 8 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Ribbon Cutting: Wiregrass Wealth Management – 10:30 a.m.Location: 306 Regency Court 100th Birthday Celebration – 2-4 p.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Ribbon Cutting: Rustic Barn – 10:30 a.m. Location: 1675 E. Malvern HighwayRibbon Cutting: Republic Finance – 10:30 a.m.Location: 2743 Montgomery Highway, Suite 1000

RibbonCuttings

Katfish Korner3356 Reeves St.

Dothan, AL 36303Lisa Brown

(334) 446-6387RESTAURANTS, FOOD

AND BEVERAGE

Signarama217 Graceland Drive, Suite 2

Dothan, AL 36305William Roll

(334) 477-6408www.signarama-dothan.com

ADVERTISING / GRAPHIC DESIGN / MARKETING /

MEDIA / PRINTING

Dothan Ice Cream Co.123 N. Foster St.

Dothan, AL 36305Brett Smith

(334) 803-9898www.dothanicecream.com

RESTAURANT, FOODAND BEVERAGE

JC Carroll Construction& Masonry

126 Blazer DriveKinsey, AL 36303

Jeffery Carroll678-670-9574

www.facebook.com/jcccmllcCONSTRUCTION

EQUIPMENT / CONTRACTORS

Dothan Diagnostic Imaging

217 Graceland Drive, Suite 4Dothan, AL 36305

Tiffany Guckenberg(334) 350-3168

www.southernradiologyspecialists.comDENTIST /

HEALTH CARE / PHARMACY

The Kart Doctor, LLC9459 U. S. Highway 84 West

Dothan, AL 36305Kenneth Jernigan

(334) 692-5278www.thekartdoctor.com

SPORTS AND RECREATION

River Nile Café1369 Headland Ave., Suite 7

Dothan. , AL 36303Katie Bell Hart

(334) 702-9111RESTAURANTS, FOOD

AND BEVERAGE

Takeout Star3044 Hartford Highway,

Suite 4Dothan, AL 36305

Katie Hicks(334) 212-8010

www.dothan.takeoutstar.comRESTAURANTS, FOOD

AND BEVERAGE

RELOCATIONS Bradshaw’s Jewelers

4177 MontgomeryHighway, # 7

Dothan, AL 36303Tonjia B. Lisenby

(334) 793-6363www.bradshawsjewelers.comSHOPPING / SPECIALTY

RETAIL

#SaveTheDateBusiness Connections

Hilton Garden InnApril 18, 2018 • 4-6 p.m.

Join the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce for its next Business Connections event Thursday, April 18, from 4-6 p.m. at Hilton Garden Inn, 171 Hospitality Lane.

Come enjoy a relaxed after-hours event making some great business connections with hors d’oeuvre and refreshments. It’s a great opportunity to network with other DACC members. The event is free and everyone is encouraged to bring plenty of business cards to exchange!

For more information, call Hayden Camp, director of membership, at (334) 792-5138 or hcamp@dothan.com.

Thank You To Our Event Sponsor

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Southeast AlabamaWorks’ Workforce Development Programs Manager Ann Maria Carr, Director of Workforce Development Ryan Richards and business and Industry Relations Manager Katie Thomas.

CoverStory

Your Workforce Development

TEAMDo you have trouble recruiting, retaining and training your workforce?

Do you see a skills gap with applicants? Are you concerned about the future of your industry’s workforce pipeline? Southeast AlabamaWorks can provide solutions.

This organization serves to help businesses, job seekers and students in 10 counties in southeast Alabama. Whether you are a new or existing employer looking for skilled workers, a job seeker looking for work, or a student looking for training for a promising career, Southeast AlabamaWorks is where you should start.

Ryan Richards, director of workforce development, has added two new highly-skilled team members to create the pipelines in which to share concerns and collaborate with similar industries to produce results.

Katie Thomas serves as the business and industry relations manager. Thomas joined the team with experience in community and program development through past positions with Alabama Power and Alabama Extension. She oversees our regional industry clusters, which are a chance for companies across a specific industry to come together to discuss workforce needs, and guide Southeast AlabamaWorks partnerships to develop programs and opportunities to address those needs and help businesses fill jobs with more qualified applicants.

Ann Carr joined the team as programs manager. With her 10 years spent in the Alabama Career Center system, Carr is able to provide knowledge and leadership in all things WIOA and Employment Service related. She facilitates hiring events for local companies and connects businesses with numerous grant opportunities for both new hires and existing employees. She helps to implement a wide scope of projects for Southeast AlabamaWorks.

Over the past two years, Southeast AlabamaWorks has been able to produce many Workforce Initiatives that are Noteworthy (WINs).

It has worked with our three regional community college partners on many initiatives that have produced excellent results for students and companies. One specific program is the new CDL Driver Program on the Alabama Aviation College campus in Ozark.

This organization also partners with regional career centers in hosting job fairs, working with eligible citizens to provide grants for high-skilled occupations, and helping industries subsidize up to 75 percent of new-employee wages for up to six months, via the On-the-Job Program.

Southeast AlabamaWorks just completed the third session Hospitality 101, a partnership between it, Visit Dothan and Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce. Hospitality 101 is designed to create community engagement for local hotel employees and educate them on how to sell Dothan and show them all that Dothan has to offer. Customer service training is also embedded in the program. These individuals are very important to our community as Hospitality Hero’s.

Finally, in February, the fourth annual Southeast Worlds of Work (WOW) was held. There were 4,173 eighth-grade students from 58

schools in 15 counties who attended the event. There were 90 World Operators, the most ever, from 11 different ‘Worlds’ (industry sectors) to provide the interactive, hands-on career experiences.

To become engaged with Southeast AlabamaWorks, contact Richards at (334) 792-5138 or rrichards@southeastalabamaworks.com. For information, visit www.southeastalabamaworks.com.

Additional Southeast AlabamaWorks WINsWorkforce Initiatives that are Noteworthy

• Employee Skills Upgrade – Since 2018, $120,613 has been awarded to seven companies to help provide skills-upgrade training for their employees.

• Saving Your Business Money – One local company has saved over $70,000 by hiring over 13 individuals using the On-The-Job Training and Work-Based Learning programs through the Dothan Career Center.

• Leadership Training – Since April 2018, 91 individuals have attended Leadership Skills Training on various levels. These courses help give leaders practical knowledge and leads to an “AIDT Certified Leader” credential.

• Customized Training – Southeast AlabamaWorks can work with training providers to create a specific-customized training for your company. Trainings can even be highly technical and require specific equipment.

• Promoting Job Openings – Southeast AlabamaWorks’ social media can help increase the pool of applicants for your job openings. Top 10 job openings posts have a reach per post of 7,634 and 718 Likes, Shares and Comments. Top 10 education and training posts have an average reach per post of 4,069 and 256 Likes, Shares and Comments. Southeast AlabamaWorks can help boost the visibility of your open positions.

• Apprenticeships Pave the Way – One way to cultivate skilled employees is to develop a registered apprenticeship program for your company. Southeast AlabamaWorks can help provide the resources to make it happen.

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T U S C A N YD I S CO V E R & E X P L O R E

WITH THE DOTHAN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Tuscany

San Gimignano

9-DAY JOURNEYHIGHLIGHTS:• Round trip scheduled airfare • Round trip transfers between airports

and hotel• Complimentary post-departure travel

insurance• 7-nights first class Hotel • Superb cuisine, daily breakfast, and

4 dinners• City tour of Florence: see the Cathedral,

Baptistery, and the famous Gates of Paradise

• The Leaning Tower of Pisa• Full day tour of San Gimignano• Chianti Wine Tasting• Chamber Exchange in Tuscany• Tuscan Feast Dinner• Discovery Program Guide

DAY BY DAYDAY 1• Transatlantic flightDAY 2• Arrive in Italy and transfer to your

hotel for the next 7 nights• Dinner at your hotelDAY 3• Breakfast at your hotel • City tour of Florence• Chamber Experience

(leather & textile industry)DAY 4• Breakfast at your hotel • Tour of Pisa• Dinner at your hotelDAY 5• Breakfast at your hotel• Full day at leisure in Montecatini• Optional trip to Cinque TerreDAY 6• Breakfast at your hotel • Tour into the Heart of Tuscany & San

Gimignano• Chamber Experience (wine industry)• Dinner at your hotelDAY 7• Breakfast at your hotel • Full day at leisure in Montecatini• Optional trip to VeniceDAY 8• Breakfast at your hotel • Full day at leisure in Montecatini• Optional full day tour of Siena• Tuscan Feast DinnerDAY 9• Breakfast at your hotel • Transfer to the airport for flight home

Departing October 16, 2019

$3,199 PER PERSON$2,999 PER PERSON if deposited by April 16th!*

BOOK&SAVE

For more information, please contact:Hayden Camp at (334) 792-5138

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Congratulations to the Ambassador and Diplomat Team of the Month “Chamber Six Pack” for claiming this month’s title. Team members (seated l-r) Tara Ryals, Troy University; Mary Colburn, Wiregrass Auto Care; Karen Forehand, MidSouth Paving Inc.; (standing) Elizabeth Buntin, Century 21 James Grant Realty; Tim Rockwell, Country Financial; and Sheila Cestaro, WDHN TV-18. Team member not pictured is Kelley Massingill, Veterans Cleaning Solutions.

Thank you to all our Ambassadors and Diplomats who serve as the eyes and ears for the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce. It is their dedication and support that assist your local Chamber in meeting its goals.

Be sure to check out next month’s Chamber Connections to see who will claim the title.

Team Of The Month

Chamber Six Pack

Star Of The Month

Mary ColburnWiregrass Auto Care

RenewingMembers

Clip and add these to your Membership Directory.NewMembers

Apex Commercial Janitorial Solutions, LLCDemetrius Bogan545 W. Main St., Suite 100Dothan, AL 36301PH: (334) 689-5101BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Connors Botanical Den dba Your CBD StorePam Connor2938 Ross Clark CircleDothan, AL 36301-1160PH: TBASHOPPING / SPECIALTY RETAIL

Encore Rehabiitation Inc.Jesse Whitfield1811 E. Main St., Suite 3Dothan, AL 36301PH: (334) 828-7300www.encorerehab.comDENTIST / HEALTH CARE / PHARMACY

Encore Rehabilitation Inc.Jesse Whitfield345 Healthwest DriveDothan, AL 36303PH: (334) 836-4523FAX: (334) 673-0599www.encorerehab.comDENTIST / HEALTH CARE / PHARMACY

Legacy of HopeAnn Rayburn502 S. 20th St.Birmingham, AL 35233PH: (205) 731-9200FAX: (205) 731-9250www.legacyofhope.orgFAMILY / COMMUNITY / CIVIC AND NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

Remedy Intelligent StaffingJessica Sanders2323 W. Main St., Suite 207Dothan, AL 36301PH: (334) 523-8969www.remedystaffing.comBUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Republic FinanceJeremy Watford2743 Montgomery Highway, Suite 1000/1002Dothan, AL 36303-2613PH: (334) 792-0405www.republicfinance.comFINANCE / INSURANCE

Seminole Communications Inc. dba SCI2WAYDarryl Buie825 S. Foster St.P.O. Box 6064Dothan, AL 36302PH: (334) 792-5054FAX: (334) 792-9764www.sci2way.comCOMPUTERS / TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Something Special Boutique & GiftsJamie Harrell2934 Ross Clark CircleDothan, AL 36301PH: (334) 678-7465www.somethingspecialindothan.comSHOPPING / SPECIALTY RETAIL

Stewart’s Window TintingDennis Stewart1797 Ross Clark CircleDothan, AL 36301PH: (334) 305-0253AUTOMOTIVE / MARINE / AVIATION

Vibe NutritionJanie Allen3681 Montgomery Highway (Dothan)206 Olive Springs DriveEnterprise, AL 36330PH: (334) 477-1620RESTAURANTS, FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Wild Rose ApothecarySadie Barton2620 Montgomery Highway, Suite 4Dothan, AL 36303PH: (850) 768-3436www.facebook.com/wildrosedothanPERSONAL SERVICE AND CARE

50 Or More YearsBlue Cross and Blue Shield of AlabamaDothan Hardware and Supply Co. Inc.Higgins Electric Inc.W.P. Shealy Advertising Inc.Solomon Motor Co. Inc.40-49 YearsAction Buick GMCAlfred Saliba Corp.Amteck, LLCE.E. Bentley InsulationBurnett Valuation Services, LLCCarriage House ApartmentsColdwell Banker - Alfred Saliba RealtyColony Square ApartmentsDothan Country ClubDothan Pediatric ClinicJackson’s Trophies & Awards, Inc.Professional Lane Dental AssociatesSoutheast CardiologyBBG Specialty Foods Inc. - A Franchisee of Taco Bell Corp.U.S. Business Products Inc.Unifirst Corp.30 - 39 YearsDANCO Industrial Contractors Inc.Dothan Specialty ClinicEdward Jones - Randy Hurst, Financial AdvisorERA Jack Hughes RealtyGolf+Helms Management & Financial SolutionsHighland Oaks Golf CourseSouthern Nuclear Operations Company / Plant FarleySunSouth John Deere

25-29 YearsAFLACChildren’s Hospital of AlabamaExchange Center for Child Abuse PreventionThe Mobile AtticOffice Depot #274The Terrace at Grove Park15-19 YearsAg Fibers, LLCConstruction Partners Inc.Davis DirectOSM Services Inc. dba ONE Source ManagementPrim & Mendheim, LLCRealTime, LLCSunSouth BankTarragon Hills Apartments, Ltd.Toyota of DothanVivial10-14 YearsCarnes Chiropractic & Wellness CenterLewis Construction, LLCPraestare Engineering Inc.Road-Runners Delivery ServicesSERVPRO of DothanSoutheast Alabama Association of RealtorsWiregrass Construction Co. Inc.Wyatt Shiver ConstructionZack’s Family Restaurant & Catering5-9 YearsAGF Machinery, LLCApaxx Inc.Bart Liddon Homes, LLCDothan Houston County Library System

Eagle Eye Outfitters Inc.Hobby Lobby Stores Inc.J.C. McCleod, MD Psychiatric, PLLCPatti Rutland Jazz Inc.The Real Estate GroupSecurity Finance Corp. of AlabamaTroy Cablevision Inc.U.S. Coupling & Accessories Inc.1-4 YearsLuke Stevens Allstate InsuranceAnytime FitnessBoosters IncorporatedCSS Inc.Dothan Police FoundationEco Heating and Cooling, LLCEmerald Coast Answering ServiceFlowers Medical Group Internal Medicine AssociatesGenesis Housing Development Corp.Great Southern Wood Preserving Inc.Kingdom CollegeLiddon FurnitureMuller Communications Inc.Orangetheory Fitness DothanWiregrass Fitness, LLC dba Pure Barre DothanShwinco Architectural ProductsStatera HealthTransformation MediaTremco Services, LLCWholesale Wood ProductsWindmill StationWIRED Ministries Inc.Wiregrass Courier, LLCWiregrass Surgical Associates

Ambassadors&Diplomats

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BusinessBriefs

Adult Art ClassApril 3 • 9:30 a.m.Wiregrass Museum of Art & Conference Center. Join WMA in the studio the first Wednesday of each month to explore a new medium for ages 18 and over. The cost is $15 for members; $20 for not-yet members. For more information and to preregister, call (334) 794.3871 or visit www.wiregrassmuseum.org.

Homebuyer WorkshopApril 13 • 10 a.m.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Showcase Properties. Free monthly Homebuyer workshops are held the second Saturday each month. To register or for more information, call (334) 792-7474.

Sacred Harp SingApril 20 • 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.Landmark Park. The sweet and powerful sounds of Sacred Harp music will fill the air when the park hosts a Sacred Harp sing in the church. The singers will gather under the spreading branches of a nearby live oak tree to enjoy a traditional dinner on the grounds from noon - 1 p.m. Prior to the sing, there will be a short introduction for visitors unfamiliar with the tradition, also known as Shape Note or Fasola, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Singers attending this event may simply show your songbook for free admission. For more information, call (334) 794-3452 or visit www.landmarkparkdothan.com.

Slime LabsApril 20 • 3:30 p.m.Dothan Houston County Library Main Branch. The library holds monthly Slime Labs on the third Thursday each month. There will be a different squishy-icky type of gelatinous goo each month. All supplies will be provided and pre-registration is required. Parents - please register each child in their name and plan to arrive on time. For more information, call (334) 793-9767 or visit www.dhcls.org.

#SaveTheDateFor These Upcoming Member Events

Easter Sunrise ServiceApril 21 • 6:30 a.m. Landmark Park. The Ministerial Union will host the annual free Easter Sunrise Service at the gazebo. This is an interdenominational service and is open to everyone. There are benches available, but attendees are advised to bring lawn chairs to ensure adequate seating. In the event of rain, the service will be held in the Headland Presbyterian Church located adjacent to the gazebo. The park will close immediately after the service and re-open at noon for its regular Sunday hours. For more information, call (334) 794-3452 or visit www.landmarkparkdothan.com.

Community-Wide Easter ServiceApril 21 • Times Vary Harvest Church. Join Harvest Church for a Community-Wide Easter Service at 7:45 a.m., 9:20 a.m. and 11 a.m. Childcare is provided at all services. For more information, call (334) 702-6555 or visit www.harvestdothan.com.

HCRW Monthly MeetingApril 25 • 11 a.m.Wiregrass Rehabilitation Center Inc.’s Sterling Event Services Rotary Hall. The Houston County Republican Women hold monthly luncheon meetings the fourth Thursday of each month. Events include 11 a.m. Meet and Greet, 11:30 a.m. lunch and noon meeting. Reservations are required by noon the Tuesday prior. To make your reservation, or for more information, call or text Sue at (502) 321-2475.

Have an upcoming event planned?

Send your event information to melia@dothan.com

Spirit Of Serve Set For April 13

The 30th Annual Spirit of Service Day will be held Saturday, April 13. The main focus for this year’s Spirit of Service will be a “Clean Up Litter” campaign and a house raising by Wiregrass Habitat for Humanity.

The statewide litter campaign, Alabama PALS (People Against A Littered State), will provide all the materials and supplies that will be needed. For more information, visit www.alpals.org or call (334) 263-7737.

The Spirit of Service projects will include a new house by Wiregrass Habitat for Humanity, and painting projects at Girls Inc of Dothan, Slingluff Elementary School and the Exchange Center for Child Abuse Prevention. For a complete list of this year’s projects, or to register a project, contact Linda Kelley, director of community development, at (334) 792-5138 or lkelley@dothan.com.

Spirit of Service will also again this year partner with Houston County Gives Day, which will take place Friday, April 12, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Eagle Eye Outfitters Inc. There will be more than 35 nonprofits present with informational booths setup and some great entertainment. For more information about Houston County Gives Day, visit the organization’s Facebook page or call David Duke at (334) 836-1963.

Houston County

AAA Cooper Announces Promotion

AAA Cooper Transportation is pleased to announce the promotion of Michelle Lewis to chief financial officer. Lewis will be replacing Steve Roy who will be leaving the company after 15 years of service. Roy will remain on the company’s board

of directors providing advice and support on investment, tax and estate matters.

Lewis joined AAA Cooper 11 years ago as director of revenue accounting. She was later promoted to vice president of finance. Prior to joining AAA Cooper, Lewis was with the national accounting firm, PwC and later rose to senior vice president of finance at Movie Gallery.

For more information, contact Lewis at (334) 793-2284, michelle.lewis@aaacooper.com or visit www.aaacooper.com.

Michelle Lewis,CFO

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BusinessBriefs

Come Be A Superhero! 5K Run/Walk Returns This April

The Exchange Center for Child Abuse Prevention, a nonprofit dedicated to stopping child abuse and family violence through counseling, in-home support and prevention education services, will host its 2019 Superhero 5K Run/Walk to prevent child abuse Saturday, April 27, at 8 a.m. at the Westgate Tennis Center.

Presented by Mike Schmitz Automotive Group, running enthusiasts and superheroes of all ages are invited to participate or attend the event to raise funds and awareness for the fight against child abuse and family violence. The 3.1 mile course follows the Westgate Trail Run beginning at the Westgate Tennis Center and is perfect for first-time 5K runners. There is also a one-mile fun run for kids ages 12 and under.

Awards will be given to first, second and third place runners in each age division, and to overall first, second and third place walkers. As in previous years, participants are encouraged to form a team and bring together friends and family members to challenge themselves to complete the course and raise additional funds.

The Superhero 5K Run/Walk is a family-friendly event, and the day’s festivities will feature various forms of entertainment, including kid’s games, inflatables and face painting. New this year is a costume contest

for (super) humans and pets. Come dressed as your favorite superhero for the chance to win fun prizes.

Participants are encouraged to register before April 5, to receive a T-shirt. Registration is $20 for adult 5K runners with T-Shirt, $15 for child one-mile fun runner with T-shirt and $5 pet costume contest participant.

For more information, to volunteer, register or to be a sponsor, visit www.exchangecap.org or contact Liz Ploss at (334) 671-1966 or communityrelations@exchangecap.org.

22nd Annual Community-Wide Prayer Breakfast

Dothan Civic Center April 17, 2019 • 7:30 a.m.

Writer and speaker Sherri Burgess will be the guest speaker at the 22nd Annual Community-Wide Prayer Breakfast at the Dothan Civic Center Wednesday, April 17, at 7:30 a.m.

Author of the book Bronner: A Journey To Understand, Burgess is the wife of Rick Burgess, co-host of “The Rick and Bubba Show” radio program.

Individual tickets are now on sale for $15 and are only available through the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce. Corporate tables of eight are $150. Deadline to purchase tickets is April 10.

To purchase tickets by phone with a credit card, or for more information, call Julie Mollohan at (334) 792-5138 or jmollohan@dothan.com.

Guest SpeakerSherri Burgess

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BusinessBriefs

Spiritual Enrichment Center HoldsTour Of Love Event

CAC Plans Annual Blue Ribbon Campaign

In February, Mark “Dr. Dream” Peebler, an internationally known holistic healing practitioner and International speaker, brought a 33 Tibetan Healing Bowl Experience to the Spiritual Enrichment Center of Dothan.

The SEC presented the event in support of the Gilung and Sindupalachoka villages in Nepal which were devastated by a series of earthquakes in 2015. The village of Gilung is in the north of Nepal, only 30 kilometers from the epicenter of the earthquakes, and makes these beautiful Tibetan bowls that are shared with many healers around the world. When the earthquakes hit Nepal, all 100 homes in the village were destroyed.

Using the Tibetan bowls, Dr. Dream and his Angels created a guided visualization combined with different sounds and vibrations to harmonize the energy body and relax the mind. Attendees will feel energized and inspired as the bowls unlock stuck energies and connect the mind, body and spirit.

Because the February event was such a huge sell out and people had to be turned away at the door, the SEC plans to have the Tour of Love return this coming October 2019. Be sure to visit the agency’s website www.secdothan.

org or follow on Facebook so you will know when the October event gets scheduled and to get your tickets early.

For more information, call the Spiritual Life Center at (334) 794-2840.

Each April during National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Southeast Alabama Child Advocacy Center coordinates a community-wide Blue Ribbon Campaign. The blue ribbon is a national symbol of the need to protect our children.

The purpose of the campaign is to raise awareness about child abuse and to generate support for programs and services to help victims. This year marks CAC’s 25th annual campaign and the agency is so thankful for the continued support the community gives to the children served through the agency.

Bonnie Finley, a grandmother, made a personal commitment to stop child abuse when she tied a royal blue ribbon on the antenna of her car after her own 4-year-old grandson was killed at the hands of his mother’s abusive boyfriend. Little did she know the impact that this simple gesture would have on people and communities across the United States.

Out of her tragedy and heartache emerged an outcry and thus began a National Blue Ribbon Campaign.

Upcoming Events include the Blue Ribbon Press Conference Friday, April 5, at 10 a.m. at Porter Park, or Porter Hardware if it rains; and the Blue Ribbon Kick Off during Foster Fest that evening.

This is your opportunity to make a difference by partnering with the CAC in supporting the “25 Years of Hope” Blue Ribbon Campaign and be a participant in the “Blue Ribbon Friday for Kids” T-shirt event. All donations are used to help abused children in our local area. When you make an investment in the CAC, you are helping a child move from victim to survivor.

For more information, or to order you T-Shire, contact Kayla Redmon at (334) 797-7551 email kayla@southeastcac.org or visit www.southeastcac.org.

Reetz Receives Betty Grant Silver Cup Award

DACC Welcomes Vaughn-Blumberg’s New

Executive Director

Coldwell Banker - Alfred Saliba Realty is pleased to announce that one of the agency’s realtors, Donna Reetz, has received the 2018 Betty Grant Silver Cup Award. This award is voted on by all realtors in the local association and is given to a sales associate who exemplifies the realtor image.

Nominated associates must conduct themselves in a professional manner and have a courteous and congenial manner when working with other realtors. All four of this year’s award nominees were with Coldwell Banker - Alfred Saliba Realty.

“We are privileged to celebrate this distinguished award with Donna and have her as a part of our reputable company. This is such a high honor for both Donna and our company,” said Bobby Hewes, broker.

For more information, or to contact Reetz, call (334) 793-6600 or visit www.alfredsalibarealty.com.

The Spiritual Life Center of Dothan recently hosted a 33 Tibetan Healing Bowl Experience.

Congratulations to Donna Reetz, from Coldwell Banker - Alfred Saliba Realty, who recently received the 2018 Betty Grant Silver Cup Award.

Dean Mitchell (left) Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce executive director, had the opportunity recently to meet with Vaughn-Blumberg Services’ new Executive Director, Dan Zapata, and tour the facility. VBS is a nonprofit agency established to provide comprehensive services for persons with intellectual disabilities/developmental delays through contracts with the Alabama Department of Mental Health.

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Doctors Center Pharmacy Compounding Services is pleased to announce the recent addition of a new state-of-the-art ISO Class 7 sterile room that is required for the production of compounded preparations such as sterile ophthalmic products and sterile injections. The pharmacy is the only one certified in the Southeast area.

The pharmacy’s original compounding lab is tucked away in the back of the store, but this new sterile clean room was placed in the main part of the store and has brought quite a bit of curiosity from customers. The lab is regulated by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy and conforms to new laws and patient safety regulations.

“Our independent pharmacy continues to look for ways to give customers better hometown service, while offering the most modern solutions in the field of pharmacy. We invite prescribers and patients to contact us or stop by with any compounding questions, or just to take a look at our new lab,” said Michael Stringer, RPh.

Doctors Center Pharmacy also offers easy transfer and refill of prescriptions, home medical supplies and equipment, mastectomy supplies, vaccinations, online and automated

telephone refills, med sync program, health and wellness nurse, delivery service, two drive-up windows, and convenient handicap accessible front door parking.

Located at 4119 W. Main St., the pharmacy is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For more information, give the pharmacy a call at (334) 793-1316 or visit www.doctorscenterpharmacy.com.

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Doctors Center Pharmacy announces the addition of a new state-of-the-art ISO Class 7 sterile room.

Temple Emanu-el is taking orders for its May 9 Deli Day.

Temple Emanu-el will host its annual Deli Day selling a bag lunch to individuals and business for $12.50 Thursday, May 9.

Enjoy a fabulous deli-style quarter pound Kosher corned beef sandwich on Jewish rye bread, a Kosher dill pickle, bag of chips, yellow mustard, a Sweet & Sassy chocolate chip cookie and a picnic pack created by the Wiregrass Rehabilitation Center Inc.

Lunches will be ready for pick up at the Temple from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on that Thursday. Delivery is available on orders of eight or more lunches to the Dothan area location that you request. Deadline to place orders is Friday, April 26, with payment due by Tuesday, April 30. Cash or check (made payable to Temple Emanu-El) only; no credit cards.

To place your order, you can buy ticket(s) from members of Temple Emanu-El, call the Temple office at (334) 792-5001 for an order form or visit www.dothandeliday.org. Temple Emanu-El is located at 188 N. Park Ave., Dothan.

Temple Emanu-El’s Deli Day Is May 9

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AttentionMembers!

If you know of a business interested in benefiting from joining the Chamber, please contact Hayden Camp at (334) 792-5138 or hcamp@dothan.com.

Doctors Center Pharmacy Announces Addition Of Sterile Clean Room

Flowers Medical Group Primary Care Locations500 Healthwest Dr. • Dothan, AL 36303 • 334-641-4073

4300 West Main St., Suite 16 • Dothan, AL 36305 • 334-697-80554300 West Main St., Suite 41 • Dothan, AL 36305 • 334-731-7102

210 Westside Drive • Dothan, AL 36303 • 334-759-3054108 Medical Drive • Dothan, AL 36303 • 334-309-82784126 West Main St. • Dothan, AL 36305 • 334-309-8598

144 Virginia Avenue • Daleville, AL 36322 • 334-731-7121

Whether it’s for a checkup or something more serious, you and your family want convenient, accessible healthcare. Fortunately, the providers at Flowers Medical Group are making it easier than ever to get primary care.

Online scheduling is available for select providers at FlowersMedicalGroup.com.

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NAPA Auto Parts and many others around the country will participate in the World’s Largest Car Wash Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the most cars washed in an eight-hour period. The current record holder is Repco in Australia with 6,277 cars washed.

The World’s Largest Car Wash is one piece of NAPA’s Record-Breaking Month in April events and is a fantastic way to wrap up the “Love Your Car Month” with all of its hot deals. The cost to get your car washed will only be $5 per car and all the proceeds go to the Wiregrass United Way. So come on out and get that car washed.

For more information, call (334) 678-0802 or visit www.facebook.com/NapaAutoPartsDothanAL. NAPA Auto Parts is located at 2302 Ross Clark Circle , Dothan.

The Alabama Kidney Foundation will host the organization’s Seventh Annual Wiregrass Kidney Walk and 5K Saturday, May 4, at Westgate Park’s Kiwanis Pavilion. This year’s Honorary Walk Chairs are Mayor Mark and Angie Saliba and Honorary Patient Chairmen is Bobby Billins.

The Alabama Kidney Foundation’s annual walk is a fun event that increases community awareness of kidney disease while raising funds to support the AKF’s assistance programs for kidney patients. Thousands of individual and team walkers will join together to help make a difference in the lives of Alabama’s kidney patients.

The deadline for early bird registration is Wednesday, May 1. On event day, registration for the run will be at 7 a.m. with the 5K Run beginning at 8 a.m. The registration for the walk will be at 8 a.m. followed by the walk at 9 a.m.

To register, or for more information, contact Lisa Baity at (334) 547-8467, lisab@alkidney.org or visit www.alkidney.org.

It’s that time of year again! Wiregrass 2-1-1 is selling tickets for a lucky person to win a large Green Egg Grill/Smoker package and a large ham.

One hundred percent of your contribution remains in the Wiregrass with the proceeds going to Wiregrass 2-1-1, which connects people with critical health and human

services information and referrals for residents in seven Wiregrass counties 24/7.

Tickets are $10 each or three for $25 and may be purchased by calling (334) 836-1963. The winning ticket will be drawn on Houston County Gives Day at Eagle Eye Outfitters Inc. Friday, April 12. You do not need to be present to win.

Wiregrass 2-1-1 thanks everyone in advance for supporting the 2-1-1 program. For more information about Wiregrass 2-1-1, visit www.wiregrass211.com or call (334) 836-1963.

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Celebrating The Gift Of Hope And LifeDid you know that April is National Donate

Life Month. Every year, Donate Life America leads the celebration of National Donate Life Month to focus national attention on organ, eye and tissue donation and transplantation to share the importance of registering your decision to be a donor, honor deceased and living donors, and celebrate the life-saving and healing gift of transplantation.

Legacy of Hope, the organ procurement that serves Alabama, partners with hospitals and the community to encourage all Alabamians to consider donation, register their decision to donate and share their decision with their family.

To help illustrate the message of donation, Donate Life America creates unique artwork for each NDLM. The 2019 NDLM art was inspired by bicycles and the phrase, “Life is a beautiful ride.”

Bicycles serve as a symbol of progress, renewal and the moving circle of life. We each carry the potential to help make life a beautiful ride for ourselves, and then for others by registering as a donor, considering living donation, being a caregiver and championing

the Donate Life cause.The NDLM bicycle

theme and art will be incorporated into celebrations and events across the country during April.

Nationally, there are over 113,000 men, women and children waiting for

an organ transplant in our country and nearly 2,000 waiting in Alabama. We all rely on the generosity of donors who are able to give hope to recipients.

For more information, contact Raina Wood, local Legacy of Hope coordinator, at (334) 731-9200, rwood@legacyofhope.org or visit www.legacyofhope.org.

It’s Green Egg andHam Time!

Your Help Is Needed To Break A World Record

Come Join The Walk And Help Make A Difference

DAYP To Host Second Annual King Of The Wing

The Dothan Area Young Professionals will host its Second Annual King of the Wing competition Saturday, April 27, at Wadlington Park on North Foster Street at noon. Teams of two will compete to prove whose hot wings are the best in Dothan.

Teams will begin cooking as early as 9 a.m. which will be followed by the tasting event at noon. The entry fee per team is $50, which includes wings. The cost per person to attend the tasting event is $10 per person and kids age 10 and under get in free.

There will be live music provided by the Dave Dale Trio and sponsorships are still available. All proceeds go to fund DAYP’s annual programs and charity initiatives.

To register your team, or for more information, email dothanyp@gmail.com.

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$1,984,000

Glasstream Powerboats Announces Dothan ExpansionGlasstream Powerboats announced in 2015 the growth and expansion

of a new manufacturing facility in Dothan, Alabama, and is proud to announce the company is now going into Phase II of its original plan. The additional 21,700 square feet will increase the current facility from 55,000 square feet to 76,700 square feet.

“This expansion will allow us to streamline our production operations and manage our exponential growth in production.” stated Kruis Retherford, Glasstream Powerboats president and owner.

“Phase II of our plans will offer a larger area for our lamination department and a designated place to store boat molds. With room for storage, we will now be able to use one of the original buildings built in Phase I for a new cutting/grinding department,” stated A.L. Kirkland, founder and designer. “This expansion is necessary for the continued demand of our product and will be a state-of-the-art production facility for our new flagship model debuting next year.”

During the construction of the new addition, Glasstream Powerboats is also looking to increase its workforce and will be seeking to hire 40-45 new employees within the next four-six months. “This expansion is important

not only for our brand, but also for the surrounding Dothan community and the state of Alabama as a whole,” added Kirkland. “Between the need to grow and the number of people coming to us wanting to work for Glasstream be- cause of the product we produce and the way we produce it, to us that speaks volumes.”

Glasstream Powerboats is a privately owned powerboat company that builds center console boats ranging in size from 17 feet to 36 feet. In addition to the company’s strong dealer net work in the United States, it has an international network of distributors located in Asia, Central and South America, Europe and the Caribbean.

Glasstream Powerboats is a proven leader in designing and creating advanced fuel-efficient center console boats with the dual inverted stepped hull. This unique low-drag design increases operational efficiency and stability. World-wide Glasstream Powerboats are sought after by dealers and end users alike.

For more information on Glasstream Powerboats, contact Ashely Strong at (334) 873-6205, ext. 102 marketing@glasstream.com or visit www.glasstream.com.

The DACC’s Board of Directors Chair Mary Beth Maddox, Executive Director Dean Mitchell and Membership Director Hayden Camp stopped by to visit with Tiana Patrice, owner of Women’s CEO Alliance recently. Located in the Windmill Station, Women’s CEO Alliance is a full-service women’s development company that focuses on the personal and entrepreneurial development of women all over the world. They focus on teaching women how to build businesses that are in alignment with their core.

WCA is a membership-based community for women that allows them to grow in an environment that understands where they are, who they are and can give them the tools and strategies they need to grow their business the way they desire.

WCA houses experts in the area of branding, web building, marketing, coaching, public relations, social media and more. With both an online portal and physical presence, women can have access to a growing community of like-minded women that are ready to grow and go fearlessly in the direction of their dreams.

For more information, or to schedule a facility tour, contact Patrice at (334) 699-1984, info@womensceoalliance.com or visit www.womensceoalliance.com.

Pictured (l-r) are Women’s CEO Alliance owner Tiana Patrice, DACC Board of Directors Char Mary Beth Maddox and DACC Membership Director Hayden Camp.

Taking Time To Visit With Our MembersWomen’s CEO Alliance

U.S. Capitol Update Survey ResultsWould you support more regulation of the data collection activities on tech giant companies like Facebook and Google?

Yes 83% No 17%Do you support President Trump’s efforts to build a wall across the entire U.S./ Mexico border which is 1,954 miles?

Yes 75% No 25%Do you support President Trump’s national emergency declaration to build additional barriers at the U.S./Mexico border?

Yes 61% No 39%Do you think that any President should seek authorization from Congress before any military strike in a foreign country?

Yes 27% No 13% Depends on the nature of the military action 60%Do you think that climate change is real and poses a threat to our environment and health?

Yes 63% No 37%Would you support raising the full retirement age for Social Security from 66 to 70 to increase the long-term solvency of Social Security benefits?

Yes 33% No 67%Our nation’s infrastructure - roads, highways, bridges, ports, and electrical grid - are all facing significant needs. If a federal infrastructure plan is passed in Congress, how would you like to see this investment paid for:

Increase the federal gas/diesel tax 70%Implement a user fee for those that use these modes of transportation 18%Implement a national sales tax to specifically pay for these improvements 9%Add new spending to the federal budget to pay for it 3%

Do you think that the United States should move away from the Electoral College and toward a popular vote to determine the election of the U.S. President?

Yes 14% No 86%What do you think is the most important issue facing the United States today?

Poor leadership 21%Health Care 2%Immigration/Illegal 17%Situation with China/Russia/North Korea 5%Ethics/morals/family decline 50%Race relations 0%Economy 5%Environment 0%Crime/Violence 0%

What do you like most about living in Dothan and the Wiregrass? Low cost of living 10%Small town life with big city 38%Close proximity to beach 9%The friendly people and pace of life 43%

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WorkforceDevelopment

Southeast AlabamaWorks over the past four years has continued to develop the Southeast Worlds of Work program that takes career exploration to the next level. So many young people do not have the opportunity to see, hear and more importantly experience careers that are available right here in southeast Alabama.

This past February, over 4,100 eighth-grade students from 58 schools in 15 counties from three states attended Southeast WOW held on the National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds.

Students had the opportunity to interact with 90 World Operators, the most ever for the event, from 11 different Worlds. These companies and organizations provided interactive, hands-on career experiences.

Students began their World Tour with Transportation and Public Service. They test drove a big-rig simulator and connected with the CDL Driver Training Program instructor. They dressed in firefighter equipment, dragged firehoses and even had the opportunity to use the powerful firehoses.

Students followed with Utilities and Energy. They wore personal protective equipment, stood inside of a bucket from a utility truck and worked as though they were a lineman for a day.

The next stop was Construction and Agriculture. Students viewed a live welding activity, used hammers and drills, and learned about the all-important poultry industry.

Students then immersed themselves in Healthcare and Hospitality. They got hands-on with a myriad of healthcare providers from the region. They also got to race to change out bedding and see what a chef does.

Lastly, students entered the Worlds of Automotive Technology, Aviation, Manufacturing and Media/IT. Each World Operator provided different engaging activities that showed off all of the jobs a student could

find in those companies and organizations. As Career and Technical Education becomes more of an emphasis

in school systems, Southeast WOW provides an essential connection. Students are shown and made aware of careers that can be earned through education from the programs.

For more information and a complete list of World Operators and schools, visit www.southeastwow.org. To become engaged with Southeast WOW, contact Ryan Richards, director of workforce development, at (334) 792-5138 or rrichards@southeastalabamaworks.com.

A Hands-On Approach To Workforce Development

Troy University To Host Annual Youth Business Summit

Employers Sought For Senior Job Fair

Troy University’s Sorrell College of Business announces the Third Annual Youth Business Summit will be held at the Dothan Campus Thursday, May 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All local area high school business teachers and FBLA sponsors are encouraged to participate by bringing all students interested in business to the campus for a day filled with workshops and competitions.

The purpose of the summit is to enlighten high school students about careers in business through engagement in workshops related to entrepreneurship, accounting and finance, leadership, human resources and more, as well as to network with local business professionals to discuss best practices for achieving career goals. Students will also have an opportunity to apply knowledge of business concepts through the business plan, financial investment, and best booth marketing competitions.

For more information, visit www.troy.edu/about-us/dothan-campus/campus-events/2019-youth-business-summit.html or contact Associate Dean Dr. Carmen Lewis at (334) 983-6556, ext. 21263.

The Dothan City School system is in search of businesses to participate in a Student Job Fair being held Monday, April 29, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Northview High School’s James A. Smith Convocation Center. The job fair is to help Dothan and Northview high school juniors and seniors who are seeking full-time employment after graduation and summer work opportunities.

Businesses interested in participating should register today as space is limited. Each employer will have a dedicated six-foot “booth” with two chairs, electrical power upon request and refreshments will be provided.

Your booth space will also be available to conduct interviews the following day on Tuesday, April 30. This will allow students time to prepare for their big interview. Representatives will be onsite to help businesses coordinate interview times. You may also contact the applicants separately if you do not wish to interview onsite that Tuesday.

Students will be preparing their resumes and interviewing skills in advance. Dothan City Schools, along with its partners, are working with the community to provide graduating students who are interested in full-time work, opportunities after graduation. Close to 600 students are to be expected.

Don’t forget – in order to be part of this great opportunity, business must register. To register, visit www.bit.ly/seniorjob.

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SmallBusinessDevelopment

Monday, May 13, 2-3:30 p.m. Afternoon Seminar: How To Hire Well

Presenters: Melanie Hill, Independent Consultant, and Dan Sinas, PRemployer Inc.Location: Chamber Board Room

Cost: FREE To Attend*Pre-registration required (334) 792-5138

Tuesday, May 14, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.Luncheon Seminar: Strategic Planning – Tools &

Techniques To Take ActionPresenter: Jeremy Arthur, Chamber of Commerce

Association of AlabamaLocation: Chamber Board Room

Cost: $12 per person*Pre-registration required (334) 792-5138

Thank you to our seminar sponsor:SunSouth Bank

Wednesday, May 15, NoonSmall Business Week General Membership Luncheon &Announcement of Small Business Person of the Year

Speaker: Velma J. Tribue, Velma Tribue StateFarm Insurance

Location: Windmill StationCost: $15 per person; $150 reserved table (seats eight)

*Pre-registration required (334) 792-5138

Thank you to our GM Luncheon sponsors:Midsouth Paving Inc.

Mike Schmitz Automotive GroupSunSouth Bank

Thursday, May 16, 3-5 p.m.Business Connections & Tea TastingLocation: Mural City Coffee Co.

Cost: FREE To Attend

Mark Your CalendarSmall Business Week

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The Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce has a Small Business Toolkit that is available to anyone looking to start a business, or just to provide guidance to new or current businesses. The publication is available for purchase at $5, or it can also be downloaded for free directly from the DACC’s publications page on its website at www.dothan.com.

In its continuous efforts to serve and assist small businesses, the DACC has this document and many other resources available for entrepreneurs and businesses,

including monthly free small business counseling sessions with representatives from Troy University’s Small Business Development Center. See below for more info about the counseling sessions.

For more information about the available resources, give the DACC a call at (334) 792-5138.

Free Small Counseling Sessions

In cooperation with Troy University’s Small Business Development Center, the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce offers free monthly small business counseling sessions.

Counseling sessions are held the second Tuesday each month from 9:30

a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the DACC office. The Troy SBDC provides these services to help new entrepreneurs evaluate their business ideas and existing businesses remain competitive in today’s dynamic, global marketplace.

The business advisors have advanced degrees and varied backgrounds with years of practical experience. The advisors provide assistance in the following areas:• Developing business plans and loan proposals;

• Creating marketing strategies;

• Identifying funding sources;

• Marketing to the government; and

• Starting a business.

Pre-registration is required for each one-hour session. For more information, or to pre-register, call (334) 792-5138.

Your Small Business ResourcesSmall Business Toolkit

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Application

Deadline: June 14, 2019

The Dothan Area Chamber Foundation is now accepting applications

for Leadership Dothan Class 37. The nine-month program focuses on

community resources, education, quality of life, political arenas, health

and human services and public safety. Local professional conduct

lectures, participate and panel discussions, simulations and tours to

educate program participants about our community.

The program year begins in September and concludes in May. The

two-day Opening Retreat will be held Sept. 18 and 19, 2019, and

attendance is mandatory. Participants meet one day per month, usually

the third Thursday, for nine hours starting in October.

Participation in Leadership Dothan is open to any person living

or working in Houston County. The Steering Committee reviews

applications solicited from all walks of community life to select a class

of interested, motivated and concerned individuals who have a desire to

offer their time and talents to improving their community. One of the

foundation’s goals is to select emerging leaders and systematically inform,

challenge and educate participants about our community opportunities

and needs.

The application is also available on the Dothan Area Chamber of

Commerce website www.dothan.com and the deadline is Monday,

June 14, 2019. A maximum of 40 people will have the opportunity to

participate in Leadership Dothan each year. Tuition is $800 for each

participant. The tuition covers the Opening Retreat, meals, program

materials and transportation.

For additional information contact Linda Kelley at (334) 792-5138 or

lkelley@dothan.com.

Either mail, fax or email completed applications to:

Dothan Area Chamber of CommerceAttn: Linda Kelley

P.O. Box 638, Dothan, AL 36302 Fax: (334) 794-4796lkelley@dothan.com

Applications are due by June 14, 2019

Laureate Nomination FormDeadline: June 3, 2019

Name of Nominee:

Born (date and place):

Deceased (date and place):

Company/Organization (if currently employed):

Work Address: Work phone:

Web Address: Work E-mail:

Present Title/Position: No of Years:

Mailing Address:

Please provide a biographical description of the nominee (not to exceed 500 words) and on a separate sheet please submit information for each section below (1-5). Feel free to include supporting documents (news clippings, magazine articles, etc.). A photo (preferably color) will be used in the program and MUST be submitted with the biographical/supporting documents.

1. Significant achievements – any achievements that are first-time achievements

2. Awards and honors bestowed upon nominee (chronologically)

3. Memberships

4. Professional, business or vocational history (chronologically)

5. Photo of the nominee for the program

Thank you for taking the time to put forth your nominee for the 2019 Dothan Business Hall of Fame. Laureate inductees will be notified in mid-June, 2019.

Nomination submitted by: __________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________

City:__________________________State: _______ Zip: __________

Telephone: _______________________________________________

Email: __________________________________________________

Nominations are due by June 3, 2019. Mail your nomination to:

Dothan Business Hall of FameDothan Area Chamber of Commerce

Attention: Amanda BurnsP. O. Box 638

Dothan, AL 36302

The Dothan Business Hall of Fame’s board of advisors is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Dothan Business Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame’s mission is to recognize the accomplishments and contributions of our outstanding business leaders, to perpetuate and inspire values of entrepreneurial spirit, personal integrity and community leadership in all generations. To be eligible for selection, a person must have made a significant impact on the development of Dothan and/or Houston County by promoting the free enterprise system and entrepreneurship; by demonstrating civic leadership; and by their philanthropy and humanitarianism toward their fellow citizens.

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Editor's Note: Sources for this information vary; call the Chamber for details. Data as of 3/11/19. Visit www.dothan.com for the most current information.

EconomicIndicatorsLabor Force for the Dothan MSA for January:

61,848 in 2018; 62,641 in 201959,053 in 2018; 59,778 in 2019 Employed

Unemployment for the Dothan MSA for January:4.5% in 2018; 4.6% in 2019

Residential Building Permits for the City of Dothan for January:17 issued ($4.33 million) in 2018; 27 issued ($6.63 million) in 2019

Home Sales in Dothan for January:90 sold in 2018; 102 sold in 2019

Enplanements for Dothan Regional Airport for January:3,280 in 2018; 4,315 in 2019

Houston County & Dothan Sales and Use Tax Collections ($) for January:

$1,848,039 in 2018; $2,190,241 in 2019 (County)$6,467,372 in 2018; $7,486,859 in 2019 (City)

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