Events for November 2016
Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce
Nov 1    Decatur Jaycees Monthly Meeting
The Decatur Jaycees hold their monthly business meeting the first Tuesday of each month, typically at the Chamber.

For more information about the Jaycees, the work they do and how to become a member, visit their website at http://www.decaturjaycees.com/
Date: November 1, 2016
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.decaturjaycees.com/
Location: Meetings are held at the Chamber. The February and March 2016 meetings will be held at the downtown branch of Renasant Bank (211 Lee Street).
Contact: Jordan Latapie
EMail: jbrown@stovallmarks.com
Date/Time Details: The second Tuesday of each month at noon.
Nov 1    Smart Start© Business 101 - Fall Session

Smart Start© BUSINESS 101 COURSE
 
 
Smart Start© Business 101 is not Your Ordinary Training Program!
  • All-inclusive 9-week CUSTOMIZED program that includes real world expertise from small business owners
Who needs this program?
  • Every business owner
  • Employees of a small business
  • Anyone thinking about starting a business
Why?
  • People do better when they know better
  • Better decisions lead to better results
Our Offer to YOU: Key Takeaways:
 
Session 1 – Establish Goals and Finances
Session 2 – Accounting and Management Systems  
Session 3 – Advantage of Legal Entities
Session 4 – Market Research   
Session 5 – Why the ideal target market is important
Session 6 – Website Essentials and Relevance of Social Media     
Session 7 – Business Financials:  Start up, Ongoing Costs and cash flow essentials
Session 8 – Cash flow 101
Session 9 – Where’s the money?
 
Please contact Larry Waye or Donna Whitten with any questions at 256-686-2999 or info@alabamaincubator.com
Where?  Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center, 1629 4th Ave SE, Decatur 
When?   9 consecutive Tuesday evenings beginning October 18th, 2016, 5:30pm - 9pm 
 
Cost?    $275.00 or $300.00 with CEU’s (income based scholarships are available) 
*Ask about how to qualify for a scholarship by calling 256-686-2999 or emailing donna@alabamaincubator.com
Date: November 1, 2016
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.alabamaincubator.com
Location: Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center
1629 4th Ave S.E.
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Donna Whitten
EMail: donna@alabamaincubator.com
Fees/Admission: $275.00 (Scholarships available)
Nov 3    Local Public Policy Agenda Session
The membership is invited to provide input and discussion on the Chamber's 2017 Local public policy agenda. The group will gather in the Fite Building Co. Board Room at The Chamber. 
Date: November 3, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Contact: Louise Brown
EMail: louise@dcc.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, Nov. 3
10 a.m.
Nov 8    2016 YP Leadership Luncheon - November
As a new program this year for young professionals, the Chamber of Commerce is launching the YP Leadership Luncheon series as an opportunity for members of the under-40 crowd across Morgan County to both connect and socialize while developing their career and leadership skills. This one-hour program coincides with the traditional lunch hour where guests can enjoy lunch and glean information to apply to their careers and community. 

Autumn Dilbeck is a personal banker with Renasant Bank and a 10-year veteran in the banking industry. She has a degree in business management and marketing
fromSouthern Illinois University and enjoys working with clients one-on-one to help establish and reach their financial goals. Several years ago, her family was the target of identity theft, and being in the banking industry, she became versed in the field of identity theft, fraud and scams targeting the financial lives of her customers. With that experience, she developed a presentation titled "Minimize, Monitor, Manage - Protecting Your Identity," a briefing specific to young professionals and those early in their career. Knowing how to protect yourself now it critical to build a smart financial future. 


We are excited to continue this series for our young professional community and we encourage you to bring guests and co-workers. YP Leadership Luncheon is presented by Nucor Steel Decatur with lunch sponsored by Dominos Pizza. Tickets for the event are $10 for Chamber members and $15 for non-members, which includes lunch. Seating for this event is limited, so we encourage you to make your reservation soon.

To RSVP, click here
Date: November 8, 2016
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Princess Theatre Center for the Performing Arts    
112 Second Ave.
Decatur    
Contact: Grant Thompson
EMail: grant@dcc.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, Nov. 8
12-1 p.m.
Fees/Admission: $10 for members, $15 for non-members
Nov 8    Smart Start© Business 101 - Fall Session

Smart Start© BUSINESS 101 COURSE
 
 
Smart Start© Business 101 is not Your Ordinary Training Program!
  • All-inclusive 9-week CUSTOMIZED program that includes real world expertise from small business owners
Who needs this program?
  • Every business owner
  • Employees of a small business
  • Anyone thinking about starting a business
Why?
  • People do better when they know better
  • Better decisions lead to better results
Our Offer to YOU: Key Takeaways:
 
Session 1 – Establish Goals and Finances
Session 2 – Accounting and Management Systems  
Session 3 – Advantage of Legal Entities
Session 4 – Market Research   
Session 5 – Why the ideal target market is important
Session 6 – Website Essentials and Relevance of Social Media     
Session 7 – Business Financials:  Start up, Ongoing Costs and cash flow essentials
Session 8 – Cash flow 101
Session 9 – Where’s the money?
 
Please contact Larry Waye or Donna Whitten with any questions at 256-686-2999 or info@alabamaincubator.com
Where?  Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center, 1629 4th Ave SE, Decatur 
When?   9 consecutive Tuesday evenings beginning October 18th, 2016, 5:30pm - 9pm 
 
Cost?    $275.00 or $300.00 with CEU’s (income based scholarships are available) 
*Ask about how to qualify for a scholarship by calling 256-686-2999 or emailing donna@alabamaincubator.com
Date: November 8, 2016
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.alabamaincubator.com
Location: Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center
1629 4th Ave S.E.
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Donna Whitten
EMail: donna@alabamaincubator.com
Fees/Admission: $275.00 (Scholarships available)
Nov 10    Southeastern Bible College Ribbon Cutting
Join Southeastern Bible College in celebrating the opening of the Decatur Campus office. Meet the staff and faculty and learn more about SEBC's plans for the campus.
Date: November 10, 2016
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Southeastern Bible College Decatur Campus
255 Grant St.
Suite 309
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Dr. Lee Barnett
EMail: lbarnett@sebc.edu
Date/Time Details: Thursday, November 10, 2016
3:00pm-4:00pm
Fees/Admission: Free
Nov 10    Young Professionals/Jaycees Networking Social
Come connect with other members of the under-40 crowd in Morgan County when the Chamber and Decatur Jaycees host the next networking social at The RailYard in downtown Decatur. Held in conjunction with the Downtown Decatur Merchants and Business Owners Holiday Open House, the social is a come-and-go gathering featuring food from our host and a cash bar. We encourage you to invite your friends, co-workers and other you think would enjoy the evening.
Date: November 10, 2016
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: The RailYard
209 2nd Ave SE
Decatur
Contact: Grant Thompson
EMail: grant@dcc.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, Nov. 10
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Nov 15    2016 State of Morgan County Schools
Date: November 15, 2016
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Doubletree by Hilton Decatur Riverfront
Contact: Amber Turner
EMail: amber@dcc.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, Nov. 15
7:30 a.m.
Fees/Admission: $30 for members, $50 for non-members
Nov 15    Smart Start© Business 101 - Fall Session

Smart Start© BUSINESS 101 COURSE
 
 
Smart Start© Business 101 is not Your Ordinary Training Program!
  • All-inclusive 9-week CUSTOMIZED program that includes real world expertise from small business owners
Who needs this program?
  • Every business owner
  • Employees of a small business
  • Anyone thinking about starting a business
Why?
  • People do better when they know better
  • Better decisions lead to better results
Our Offer to YOU: Key Takeaways:
 
Session 1 – Establish Goals and Finances
Session 2 – Accounting and Management Systems  
Session 3 – Advantage of Legal Entities
Session 4 – Market Research   
Session 5 – Why the ideal target market is important
Session 6 – Website Essentials and Relevance of Social Media     
Session 7 – Business Financials:  Start up, Ongoing Costs and cash flow essentials
Session 8 – Cash flow 101
Session 9 – Where’s the money?
 
Please contact Larry Waye or Donna Whitten with any questions at 256-686-2999 or info@alabamaincubator.com
Where?  Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center, 1629 4th Ave SE, Decatur 
When?   9 consecutive Tuesday evenings beginning October 18th, 2016, 5:30pm - 9pm 
 
Cost?    $275.00 or $300.00 with CEU’s (income based scholarships are available) 
*Ask about how to qualify for a scholarship by calling 256-686-2999 or emailing donna@alabamaincubator.com
Date: November 15, 2016
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.alabamaincubator.com
Location: Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center
1629 4th Ave S.E.
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Donna Whitten
EMail: donna@alabamaincubator.com
Fees/Admission: $275.00 (Scholarships available)
Nov 16    Alabama Center for the Arts Hall of Fame Induction
Date: November 16, 2016
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alabama-center-for-the-arts-hall-of-fame-induction-cermony-tickets-2800
Location: Alabama Center for the Arts - Performing Arts Center
Contact: Guy McClure Athens State University Director of Marketing, Public Relations, and Publications (256) 233-8296
EMail: guy.mcclure@athensstate.edu
Date/Time Details: 6:00 pm - reception 6:30 pm - Dinner and Induction Ceremony
Fees/Admission: $100
Nov 17    Exploring Advent
Exploring the meaning and purpose of the Advent Celebration. See how families and churches can use this often overlooked Christian celebration to strengthen the meaning of Christmas through thankfulness and expectation. Advent program and sermon ideas will also be shared. Presented by Dr. Lee Barnett.
Date: November 17, 2016
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: https://sebc.edu/decatur-extension-workshops/
Location: Southeastern Bible College, Decatur Campus
255 Grant Street (Progress Tower)
Suite 309
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Dr. Lee Barnett
EMail: lbarnett@sebc.edu
Date/Time Details: Thursday, November 17, 2016
6:00-8:00pm
Fees/Admission: Free event
Nov 19    Make Your Own Holiday Ornament
A fun event for kids of all ages! Learn how to make your own holiday ornament led by Linda Lee, from the Artist Within, using the simple pottery technique, sgraffito. The ornaments will be fired and available for pick up at the Carnegie after Dec. 6th. Please call the Carnegie to reserve your spot at this drop-in event.
Date: November 19, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://carnegiearts.org/2016/11/02/make-your-own-holiday-ornament/
Location: The Carnegie Visual Arts Center
Contact: 256-341-0562
EMail: alison@carnegiearts.org
Date/Time Details: Saturday, November 19th, 10 to 2
Sunday, November 20th, 2 to 4
Fees/Admission: Cost is $15 per ornament.
Nov 22    Smart Start© Business 101 - Fall Session

Smart Start© BUSINESS 101 COURSE
 
 
Smart Start© Business 101 is not Your Ordinary Training Program!
  • All-inclusive 9-week CUSTOMIZED program that includes real world expertise from small business owners
Who needs this program?
  • Every business owner
  • Employees of a small business
  • Anyone thinking about starting a business
Why?
  • People do better when they know better
  • Better decisions lead to better results
Our Offer to YOU: Key Takeaways:
 
Session 1 – Establish Goals and Finances
Session 2 – Accounting and Management Systems  
Session 3 – Advantage of Legal Entities
Session 4 – Market Research   
Session 5 – Why the ideal target market is important
Session 6 – Website Essentials and Relevance of Social Media     
Session 7 – Business Financials:  Start up, Ongoing Costs and cash flow essentials
Session 8 – Cash flow 101
Session 9 – Where’s the money?
 
Please contact Larry Waye or Donna Whitten with any questions at 256-686-2999 or info@alabamaincubator.com
Where?  Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center, 1629 4th Ave SE, Decatur 
When?   9 consecutive Tuesday evenings beginning October 18th, 2016, 5:30pm - 9pm 
 
Cost?    $275.00 or $300.00 with CEU’s (income based scholarships are available) 
*Ask about how to qualify for a scholarship by calling 256-686-2999 or emailing donna@alabamaincubator.com
Date: November 22, 2016
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.alabamaincubator.com
Location: Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center
1629 4th Ave S.E.
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Donna Whitten
EMail: donna@alabamaincubator.com
Fees/Admission: $275.00 (Scholarships available)
Nov 29    Smart Start© Business 101 - Fall Session

Smart Start© BUSINESS 101 COURSE
 
 
Smart Start© Business 101 is not Your Ordinary Training Program!
  • All-inclusive 9-week CUSTOMIZED program that includes real world expertise from small business owners
Who needs this program?
  • Every business owner
  • Employees of a small business
  • Anyone thinking about starting a business
Why?
  • People do better when they know better
  • Better decisions lead to better results
Our Offer to YOU: Key Takeaways:
 
Session 1 – Establish Goals and Finances
Session 2 – Accounting and Management Systems  
Session 3 – Advantage of Legal Entities
Session 4 – Market Research   
Session 5 – Why the ideal target market is important
Session 6 – Website Essentials and Relevance of Social Media     
Session 7 – Business Financials:  Start up, Ongoing Costs and cash flow essentials
Session 8 – Cash flow 101
Session 9 – Where’s the money?
 
Please contact Larry Waye or Donna Whitten with any questions at 256-686-2999 or info@alabamaincubator.com
Where?  Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center, 1629 4th Ave SE, Decatur 
When?   9 consecutive Tuesday evenings beginning October 18th, 2016, 5:30pm - 9pm 
 
Cost?    $275.00 or $300.00 with CEU’s (income based scholarships are available) 
*Ask about how to qualify for a scholarship by calling 256-686-2999 or emailing donna@alabamaincubator.com
Date: November 29, 2016
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.alabamaincubator.com
Location: Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center
1629 4th Ave S.E.
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Donna Whitten
EMail: donna@alabamaincubator.com
Fees/Admission: $275.00 (Scholarships available)