A Special Greeting at Christmas Time To express to you our sincere appreciation for your confidence and loyalty. There is no time more fitting than now to say.....
~ Thank You ~
We wish you a happy holiday season, and a new year of health, happiness and prosperity.
From the
Eastern Shore
Board of Directors
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Daphne High College and Career Center Needs Speakers
 Daphne High School recently developed a College and Career Center and they need your help. The school needs speakers to talk about education and careers. These visits will be open to all grade levels, but anyone will be invited who has indicated an interest in the given career cluster. Guests should speak about educational or training requirements (including recommended high school courses), and an overview of the job including tasks and required skills. Props, videos, and PowerPoint presentations are welcome, but not required. Guests may speak for up to 45 minutes or for as little as 15 minutes. The goal is to introduce as many careers as possible so that our students have clear career goals when they graduate. Both technical and professional career presenters are welcome. Dates are open from now until May, and the visit time is 10:45-11:30 any school day. Call.Karon Bishop, Counselor, Daphne High School. kbishop@bcbe.org 626-8787, extension 21010. |
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TRC Campaign Wraps Up
The Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce recently wrapped-up the Total Resource Campaign (TRC) for 2014. The total in sponsorships and members thus far  is $116,010, more than $11,000 over the goal. The purpose of the campaign is to develop support for the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce through a nine-week all volunteer program. This is in addition to the renewals, new members that joing throughout the year, program, and Blueprint for a Better Tomorrow funds.
The TRC format was adopted to organize the Chamber's wide array of sponsorship opportunities into a "catalog" that will help Chamber members plan their marketing in an organized fashion and to complete fund raising for the upcoming fiscal year during a finite period of time.
During the campaign, Chamber members can select the sponsorship opportunities best suited to their needs from an inventory ranging from $150 to $25,000. Sponsorships include the Arts & Crafts Festival, Annual Meeting, Golf Tournament, Business Academy, online newsletter and Website advertising....and much more.
The volunteer driven campaign included three teams of chamber members: The Reehl Angels, lead by Stephen Roberts; The Thundering Herd, lead by Eric Nager; and B.A.'s Hunting Team, lead by B. A. Fogerty. Team members raising the most money and memberships won cash prizes for goals reached each week. The overall winners were selected to enjoy a free trip to New Orleans. This year the winners are Kyla Kelium, Aging in Alabama; Cindy Zebryk, Coldwell Banker Reehl Properties; and David Cross, Cintas.
For those who have made their choice(s) thus far, we kindly thank you. Those who want to get their business name out there in the public and among our members, call Amy or Pat at 928-6387.
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Eastern Shore Chamber Eggs N' Issues
Features ONESPOT 
The Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce has invited L. Ashley Hancock, Alabama Revenue Examiner, to explain the new Optional Network Election for Single Point Online Transactions (ONESPOT) for filing sales, use and rental tax payments. He will be the keynote speaker for Eggs N' Issues, Tuesday, January 14, 2014, 8:30 am at Daphne United Methodist Church Community Life Center, 2401 Main Street in Daphne.
The Alabama State Legislature passed a law that requires the Alabama Department Revenue to make available to taxpayers an electronic single point of filing for state, county and/or municipal sales, use and rental taxes.
"Mr. Hancock will explain how much easier it is to make your tax payments online," said Darrelyn Bender, president/CEO of the Eastern Shore Chamber. "He will show you where you can go online to get all of your questions answered and who you can call for additional assistance."
Sponsors for the Business Academy Eggs N' Issues for 2014 are: Hartmann, Blackmon & Kilgore, PC; Baldwin EMC; and Daphne Utilities.
The fee for Eggs N' Issues is $10 for members and $15 for potential members. The fee includes a hot breakfast. Reservations must be made by calling 928-6387 or 621-8222.
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Ambassador of the Month
Congratulations to Cindy Zebryk, Realtor and Associate Broker at Coldwell Banker  Reehl Properties, for be selected as Ambassador of the Month for October 2013. Cindy was selected because she attended numerous events, served as a liaison for the Chamber, and served on the Total Resource Campaign selling memberships and sponsorships. She is chairing the Chamber's Golf Tournament to be held at Lakewood Golf Club in Point Clear in May, 2014, and is already busy with planning the event. A life long native of Fairhope, Cindy resides in Fairhope with her husband Tad. She is a graduate of Fairhope High School and attended Faulkner State College. She has two adult children: Taylor Ripley and Allison Ward. She was the Broker at Magnolia Trace Real Estate in Point Clear, working there for 26 years from 1985 to 2011.
In her spare time, Cindy loves singing, calligraphy, making beeswax candles and assisting her husband in raising bees for local honey.
"I love being an Ambassador for the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce and growing my real estate business at the same time!" she said.
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
SOCIAL TO BE HELD DURING BAH
The next Social will merge with Business After Hours on December 5 at Pen Air Federal Credit Union in Spanish Fort. Everyone is asked to bring a toy for the U. S. Marine's CorpsToys-for-Tots Campaign. |
Welcome Sw  eet Pickins
The Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed new member Sweet Pickins-The George Clayton Childhood Cancer Foundation with a ribbon cutting at 20489 State Highway 181, Fairhope. Attending the event were Diana Siefert, Deborah Morrow, Larry Hunter, and Nancy Grace, chamber ambassadors; Darrelyn Bender, president/CEO of ESCoC; Vicky Nix Cook, Clayton Ladd, Rachel Ladd, Sue Ladd, of Sweet Pickins; Sally Wagner, Cindy Zebryk and Mark Stejskal, chamber ambassadors. The goal at Sweet Pickins is to interact with the community in such a way as to keep people thinking about pediatric cancer all year long. The passion that drives both Sweet Pickins and The George Clayton Childhood Cancer Foundation is a simple, yet strong, determination to raise funds for cancer research and to reach out into the community to raise awareness about pediatric cancer. For more information call 454-3820. |
 Let's Go Italian
The Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with Collette Vacations to offer a fantastic deal on a whirlwind trip to Italy. And what's great about it is you have nearly an entire year to save up.
The trip is November 10 - 18, 2014. If you book now the cost for a double is $2,999 per person, single $3,349 and triple is $2,969. The regular rates are double $3,249, single $3,599 and triple $3,219. Included in the price is round trip air from Mobile Airport, air taxes and fees/surcharges, hotel stays and hotel transfers. Not included is a cancellation waiver and insurance of $230 per person.
You have the opportunity to explore the magic of Rome, Florence and Venice, which are filled with rich history, culture, art and romance. Rome, the "Eternal City" will be first, with three days of touring and experiencing the culture. Florence with be next, also with three days of group tours and time on your own. Venice will be next with a ride on a train, viewing 117 tiny islands, canals and 400 bridges. A boat trip will also be included and a walking tour with a guide explaining the many features of the area. The tour ends in the Milan Malpensa area on day nine, November 18.
Call the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce at (251) 621-8222 or 928-6387 to find out how to join us on this group tour.
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Employee Training In Your 2014 Agenda?
The Alabama Career Center System, through the Workforce Development Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) may have a solution for assisting employers with training costs through the Incumbent Worker Training Program (IWTP).
This program is funded by the US Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration and administered by the Workforce Development Division of ADECA. The Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Incumbent Worker Training Program (IWTP) is designed to provide funding assistance to qualifying Alabama for-profit businesses to provide skills training to full-time, permanent company workers. The training must be a business necessity that will enhance the company's abilities to compete in global economies, expand present markets, and help ensure the permanency (layoff aversion) of businesses in Alabama. For the workers, the training will upgrade present work skills, heighten job security, provide marketable skills, and increase the possibilities for higher wages and promotional opportunities. The Workforce Development Division staff members administer, monitor, and evaluate the training program. They also provide fiscal and agreement compliance assistance during the training process.
Training can include, but is not limited to, industry or company-specific work skills, basic job skills, technical computer skills, new manufacturing technologies, equipment operation training, changes in production processes, and "soft skills", such as leadership, teamwork, communication, and management skills. The Workforce Development Division does not maintain a list of approved training providers for the WIA IWTP. Companies will select the types of training and training providers that meet their business and training requirements before submitting an application for consideration.
For additional information about the Incumbent Worker Training Program, please access ADECA's website at: http://adeca.alabama.gov/Divisions/wdd/Pages/GrantPrograms.aspx or contact our local WIA representative below. |
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Calendar |
December 2013
5 Business After Hours, 5 - 7 pm, Pen Air Federal Credit Union, 10010 Eastern Shore Blvd., Spanish Fort. An Eastern Shore Chamber event. 621-8222.
5 Eastern Shore Choral Society Christmas Concert, 7:30 pm, Fairhope United Methodist Church, 155 S. Section St., Fairhope, $15, free for students K-12, (888) 474-6150 or www.escs.org. 6 Fairhope Christmas Parade, 7 pm, 990-0218.
7 Santa at Fairhope Welcome Center, 10 am. Bring your own camera.
7 Spanish Fort Christmas Parade 9 am, Eastern Shore Centre.
7 Daphne Christmas Parade, 11 am, 621-3703.
7 & 8 St. Lawrence Christmas Bazaar, 370 S. Section St., Fairhope, 12/7-9 am - 3 pm, 12/8- 9:30 am - 2 pm.
8 Eastern Shore Choral Society Christmas Concert, 3 pm, Fairhope United Methodist Church, 155 S. Section St., Fairhope, $15, students free K- 12, (888) 474-6150.
9 Baldwin County Youth Orchestra at Daphne Civic Center, 7 - 9 pm.
10 Baldwin Pops Concert, Daphne Civic Center, 7 pm, 626-5300.
14 Santa at the Fairhope Welcome Center, 10 am. Bring your own camera.
17 Eastern Shore Choral Society Messiah Community Sing, 7 pm, Trinity Presbyterian Church, 525 S. Mobile St., Fairhope, donations accepted, (888) 474-6150.
19 Morning Marketing Meeting, 8 am, Scenic Overlook office. An Eastern Shore Chamber event. 621-8222.
31 Fairhope New Year's Eve Celebration, 990-0218.
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Housing Statistics
October 2013 | |
Houses Sold
215
Average Selling Price
$192,749
Average Days on Market
156
Units on the Market
1,933
Condos Sold
116
Average Selling Price
$360,902
Average Days on Market 163
Units on the Market
966
Unemployment Stats
10/2013 10/2012
AL 6.4% 7.1%
BC 5.8% 6.6%
US 7.3% 7.9%
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New
Members
As of 11/31/13
Bouch's Premium Cigars
Gene Rouchillon
77 S. Section St., Ste. A
Fairhope
517-9526
Konica Minolta Business Solutions, USA, Inc.
Kimberly Spottswood
3101 International Dr., #177
Mobile
666-7911
JJPR LLC
Jennifer Jenkins
1745 Main St., Ste. C
Daphne
591-4974
Coldwell Banker Reehl Properties/Nickie Olson
241 US Highway 98
Fairhope
990-6622
Meck Law Firm, PC
William Meck
757 Morphy Ave.
Fairhope
990-4744
Linda Speed
P.O. Box 273
Fairhope
605-5779
Employee Liability Management
Andrea Rathie
3213 Executive Park Cir.
Mobile
470-0700
RE/MAX By The Bay/Alice D. Eskridge
300 Magnolia Ave.
Fairhope
928-7474
Firestone Complete Auto Care
Rick Herring
27320 US Highway 98
Daphne
626-4886
Adam Bass-Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
11 North Water St., Ste. 16290
Mobile
470-2317
Horizon Financial
1 Timber Way, Ste. 100
Daphne
625-2220
The Frenchman's Corner of Fairhope
Julienne Roach
42 ½ S. Section St., Ste. 5
Fairhope
928-7750
Lemonade Photography Company
James Fulcher
462 N. Section St.
Fairhope
623-4918
WebOperations.net LLC
Michal "Webbie" Douglas
28080 US Highway 98 East, Ste. G
Daphne
662-1467
The Snowbird Company
Bill Moffett
120-A Fairhope Ave.
Fairhope
605-4915
Embrace Home Loans
Don Cox
101 Flycreek Ave., Ste. 320
Fairhope
(800) 333-3004 x 3797
Teresa Rainey-Camper
3 Cottage Dr.
Fairhope
582-2334
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Renewed Members
Courtyard by Marriott
Hotel
Member 5 Years
Pet Haven
Pet Shop
Member 31 Years
Segers Aero Corporation
Manufacturers-Aerospace
Member 5 Years
Adams Homes LLC
Builder
Member 16 Years
The Palladian at Fairhope
Apartments
Member 1 Year
CH2M HILL
Engineers
Member 1 Year
Deep South Dermatology
Physicians/Dermatology
Member 4 Years
Spanish Fort United Methodist Church
Church
Member 16 Years
Five Guys-Daphne
Restaurant-Fast Food
Member 1 Year
Baumhower's Wings
Restaurant
Member 6 Years
California Dreaming
Restaurant
Member 6 Years
ITT Technical Insitute
Colleges/Universities
Member 6 Years
Shamrock Properties LLC
Real Estate, Moving & Storage
Member 2 Years
Hancock Bank
Bank
Member 13 Years
The Family Center-Baldwin County
Civic or Fraternal Organization
Member 1 Year
Old 27 Grill
Restaurant
Member 2 Years
Sun Flooring
Floor Covering
Member 2 Years
Alabama Coastal Foundation
Civic or Fraternal Organization
Member 9 Years
Precision Tune of Daphne
Automobile Service/Repair/Tires
Member 2 Years
Spanish Fort Presbyterian Church
Church
Member 14 Years
Carell Corporation
Metal Bending Machines
Member 6 Years
The Exceptional Foundation
Civic or Fraternal Organization
Member 2 Years | |
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