Through the Summer Welding and Electrical Technology (SWeETy) Camp, 9th - 12th grade girls are provided an opportunity to learn hands-on technical skills that can lead to high-paying, satisfying careers in high growth industries in Decatur-Morgan County. The four-day camp teaches the importance of safety and the intricate technological components of welding and electrical mechanisms, culminating with industry tour, class projects, and local businesswomen in the manufacturing sector sharing their experiences with the attendees each day. Sponsoring SWeETy Camp connects your brand with future female leaders in technical fields, supports young women in gaining valuable, high-demand skills and partners you with Calhoun Community College to drive local workforce development.

The Chamber's Educational Camp programs feature hands-on and interactive environments where students receive training and exposure to careers of the future. Automotive, Cyber, Healthcare, Precision Machining and SWeETy camps will be the featured programs for 2026, along with the potential of others added based on the needs of our workforce community. The audience will include high school students and education leadership teams in Decatur-Morgan County.

Join us on Wednesday, August 6 for our next Emerging Leaders event.

Expand your knowledge and leadership skills at this Emerging Leaders event, which offers valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth. Be sure to register by Monday, August 3, and help us spread the word by inviting your colleagues!

The Partners-In-Education program links area businesses and industries with schools in Decatur, Hartselle and Morgan County to provide educational opportunities for the students and increase the awareness of area businesses and industries. Partnerships also heighten awareness of present and future job needs, help improve the education of future employees and customers, and increases understanding of the quality and needs of public school systems, whose health is vital to the community's economic well being.

This breakfast and work session for partners and schools is an opportunity to gather to discuss needs for the schools, available resources and a vision for their collaboration.

Join us for Chamber's annual State of Healthcare Forum where we will discuss the successes and opportunities facing our local healthcare system and its impact on our business community.
 

The Chamber’s annual Endless Opportunities Event brings together eighth-grade students from Morgan and Limestone Counties to explore the wide variety of career opportunities available right here in their own backyard after high school graduation. Students will gain exposure to careers that align with their interests and skills helping shape their future educational and career pathways through hands-on, interactive experiences led by local employers including science demonstrations, rocket-building activities, robot programming and more.
 
Approximately 2,500 students will participate in this two-day event, providing employers with a valuable opportunity to showcase their organization and connect with the next generation of talent while helping inspire and shape our future workforce.

*For more information about participating in this event, contact Amber@dcc.org.
 

The 2026 Chamber Golf Classic will be Friday, October 2, 2026 and is presented by Adams Beverages of Decatur. The day-long event will be held at Burningtree Country Club. 

The event is also made possible by Gold Sponsors Decatur Morgan Hospital, DOC Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and Huntsville International Airport.

Teams were pre-purchased through the Chamber's Total Resource Campaign, an initiative that runs September through November for the following calendar year. If your business is interested in a team, please contact Maddison Kendrick at (256) 353-5312 or Maddison@dcc.org.

Join us on Wednesday, October 7 for our next Emerging Leaders event.
 

Expand your knowledge and leadership skills at this Emerging Leaders event, which offers valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth. Be sure to register by Monday, October 5, and help us spread the word by inviting your colleagues!


 

Join us for our 2026 Workforce NOW Summit on Friday, November 13 bringing together business, education and workforce leaders to exchange ideas and resources that strengthen businesses of all sizes. Specific program details to be announced soon. 

This professional development and networking event is specifically tailored for managers, team leaders, HR professionals, CEOs and educators. Please register by Thursday, November 12.

Join us on Wednesday, December 2 for our next Emerging Leaders event.
 

Expand your knowledge and leadership skills at this Emerging Leaders event, which offers valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth.  Register by Monday, November 30 and invite a colleague to join you!