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Living in Hoover Bluff Park Art Association, Hoover Art Association, Hoover Area Churches, Cahaba Valley Certoma Club, Hoover Beautification Board and many more.... 
Contact the Chamber If you have any questions or comments, we would love to hear from you.... Meet our Ambassadors! Join the Chamber by completing the Membership Application. Website Advertising We would like to give members the opportunity to sponsor webpages and/or advertise their products or services in specific sections of the website.....more Aldridge Gardens  A spacious former family home nestled in a lush garden backdrop. A relaxing oasis in the midst of bustling suburbia....more Membership Benefits Members of the Hoover Chamber have a voice in the business community. Hoover is one of the most prestigious cities in the Southeastern United States, boasting over 60,000 population, and the Chamber is one of the most visible organizations anywhere, promoting business among, through, and for its members....more Hoover Chamber Committees The Hoover Chamber offers many committee opportunities to allow its members to participate in activities that strengthen our business community Economic Development Committee Bruno's Memorial Golf Tournament Committee Sec Baseball Committee Chamber Golf Committee Hoover Public Library  Expanded and renovated in 2001, the library is housed in an impressive 80,000 square-foot structure on Municipal Drive. Located on the main level are the reading area and mystery room, a business/law area, a children's program room, a young adult section, and 75 computers marked for public use....more
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(The 2nd Annual Preserve Jazz Festival, a world-class production of contemporary jazz performers, will be held Sunday, June 1, 2008, at The Preserve in Hoover. Headlining this year’s festival is the “Guitars and Saxes 2008 Tour” featuring the talents of the genre’s hottest musicians including saxophonist Gerald Albright, guitarists Peter White and Jeff Golub along with keyboardist Jeff Lorber. Now in its’ 12th year, the “Guitars and Saxes” tour has proven a perennial favorite for smooth Jazz concertgoers.
Hoover Rotary Club has $10,000.00 in Scholarships for 2008!
Kelly Peoples of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society was recognized at the April Chamber Luncheon as the outstanding Ambassador of the Quarter for the first quarter of 2008. Presenting Kelly with her award is Chamber Board President Bill Stoeffhaas of Style Advertising. Kelly earned the distinction through her involvement with multiple Ambassador activities in addition to her participation in Chamber events. Despite her busy schedule, Kelly is always eager to volunteer and is consistently one of our most active Ambassadors. Kelly also received a $75.00 gift certificate from Michael’s Steaks and Seafood. Congratulations Kelly!
Family, friends, and Chamber representatives all joined in to help celebrate the grand opening of Reflections Diamond Jewelry located at 3075 John Hawkins Parkway, Suite P. Owner Rupa Patel cuts the ribbon as husband Dr. Ajay Patel and others look on during the April 11 celebration. Rupa is also a new charter member of the Hoover Area Chamber Board of Trustees. Welcome aboard!
A Ribbon Cutting ceremony was held April 15 at Attic Plus Storage, 2072 Valleydale Road, to officially welcome their new location to Hoover. Managing Partner Courtland Davis is shown cutting the ribbon while being assisted by Debbie Hedge, Attic Plus Regional Manager. Also enjoying the festivities were several Attic Plus employees along with several Chamber Ambassadors and staff members.
Celebrating 30 years in the making! The Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to be celebrating our 30th year of service to our members, to our community, and to the City of Hoover. Celebrating the move last year to our current office at 1694 Montgomery Highway is a host of City officials, including Mayor Tony Petelos, and Chamber members who participated in the official ribbon cutting. More to come on our 30th Anniversary!
The Chamber is pleased to announce Melany Morgan as our new Director of Communications. Melany has extensive experience in sales and marketing including work with the Pensacola Area Chamber of Commerce. She comes to us from SouthernLINC Wireless where she has held various Account Management positions over the past 11 years. Originally from Birmingham, Melany holds a degree in Communications from The University of Alabama where her two sons now attend. She will be working with the Chamber membership sales personnel, including Jessica Keller and Rhonda Pyatt, to assist them in recruiting new members and members to the Board of Trustees. She can be reached at the chamber office at 988-5672 or by email at 
Birmingham Regional Chamber of Commerce Executive Vice President Barry Copeland spoke to the Hoover Area Chamber at the March 20 luncheon on the subject of "What is right with the Birmingham-Hoover Area" to a packed audience. This luncheon was sponsored by Princeton Baptist Medical Center-Hoover.
A Ribbon Cutting was held at the new Cahaba Heights Branch of Union State Bank on Green Valley Road March 14. Board of Trustees Member Kristy Glover is shown cutting the ribbon. Joining her is Bank President Rex Alexander, holding the bow, and several other officials of Union State Bank and several chamber ambassadors.
On March 21, a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held at June's Brides at 1853 Montgomery Highway in Hoover, next to Big Lots in the old Wal-Mart Shopping Center. Shown Cutting the ribbon is new owner Lindsey Beasley assisted by co-workers and family, while several chamber ambassador share in the excitement!
A Ribbon Cutting was held January 31 at the UPS Store in Valleydale Village at Caldwell Mill and Valleydale. Shown cutting the ribbon is Charles Morton, as several corporate executives, family members, special guests, and chamber ambassadors look on.
A Ribbon Cutting was held February 7 at WineStyles at The Village at Lee Branch. Shown cutting the ribbon is ____ Worcester as his wife Sharon holds the ribbon and several Chamber Ambassadors look on.
A Ribbon Cutting was held February 19 at Sizemore , Inc. in River Oaks Village Shopping Center on Lorna Road. Shown cutting the ribbon is Operations Manager Terri Morris as Nancy Lowe holds the bow. They are surrounded by corporate executives, staff, friends and chamber ambassadors. 
Ribbon Cutting was held February 26 at Man in the Maze Marketing at 424 Lorna square in Hoover. Shown cutting the ribbon is Andy Evans as several staff members, guests, and chamber ambassadors share in the celebration.
A Ribbon Cutting was held February 28 at edible Arrangements in the Galleria Trace Plaza on John Hawkins Parkway. Shown cutting the ribbon is Robert Colville as his wife Lisa holds the ribbon, surrounded by dozens of staff members, friends and chamber ambassadors. Not available for the photograph were partners Shea and Joe Tubbs. 
Long-Lewis Ford Loaned Executive Leon Burch retired January 31, after more than eight years of service to the Hoover Chamber, being provided by Long-Lewis Ford. Starting in January 2000, Long-Lewis Ford has provided Burch a salary, a Ford Taurus, and all car expenses while loaning him to the Hoover Chamber as a loaned executive to recruit members to the Chamber. 
Suzi Crane, Marketing Director for Firebirds Wood Fired Grill in Patton Creek Shopping Center was name the outstanding Member of the Year for 2007. Firebirds, under Suzi's direction, was highly supportive of several committee of the Chamber, often providing meals for the committee meeting, including the Golf Committee and the Miss Hoover Committee. In addition, she was a top volunteer herself on these events. Many thanks to Suzi and to the entire Firebirds organization for their support of the Chamber!
Michael Breed, left, of Arrell Internet Services, was recognized by Chamber President Richard Rayborn as the 2007 Ambassador of the Year. Michael was the most active of our 30-plus ambassadors for all of 2007, the second time he has won this award.
Doug Smith of D. Smith & Company was recognized by President Rayborn at the January Chamber Luncheon as the outstanding ambassador for the Fourth Quarter of 2007. Of the 30-plus ambassadors volunteering for the Chamber, Doug was the most active during the fourth quarter, earning points for attending events like ribbon cuttings, committee meetings, luncheon, coffee & contacts, and business after hours. 
Outgoing Board Members Art Headley, Patty George, and Gregg Maercker were recognized by 2008 Chamber President Bill Stoeffhaas for their three years of service on the Board of Directors at the January Chamber Luncheon.
Debbie Rockwell, left, of Colonial Bank was recognized at the January luncheon by Chamber President Richard Rayborn as the 2007 Board Member of the Year for the Hoover Chamber. Debbie was involved in several committees throughout the year, but was particularly involved with the Miss Hoover Pageant in its first year, helping to ensure its success.
A Ribbon Cutting and Open House was held January 25 at the new offices of Virginia College Online in Riverchase. Even though they have no classrooms as an online university, they have 140 employees at this office. VCO executives at the front include Chris Freeman (vest), Allyn Holladay Krall, Ed Stanko, Tom Moore, Stan Banks (with scissors), and VCO Dean Shana Garrett.
A Ribbon Cutting was held January 22 at the new Direct Buy location in Riverchase Village (near Bruno's). Shown cutting the ribbon is Pam Chytil as her husband Joe and several staff members and Chamber ambassadors look on. 
A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held December 12 at the new dental offices of Dr. Stuart Curry at 4851 Cahaba River Road off Highway 280. Shown cutting the ribbon is Dr. Curry as his mother and father (to his right), staff members, the vice president, and several Chamber ambassadors share in the excitement. Dr. Curry served as a dentist in the United States Air Force for three years before opening his own private practice here in the area.
A Ribbon Cutting was held December 14 at Bright Dental Office on Deo Dara Drive in Hoover. Shown cutting the ribbon is Dr. Roleen Bright, DDS, as several friends, staff members, and chamber ambassadors look on. Dr. Bright actually held an open house and catered hot food for other dentists in the area to come by and see her offices all afternoon!
A Ribbon Cutting was held December 18 at Nails & Spa 150 near Publix at Stadium Trace Shopping Center. Shown cutting the ribbon is Thuy "Tweety" Bopho, Owner, as several friends, staff, family members, and chamber ambassadors look on. Nails 150 has been open for several months, but the companion operation, Spa 150, has just opened next door.
At the February 21 Chamber Luncheon, we will recognized Hoover's Finest - the Police Officer of the Year, Firefighter of the Year, 911 Operator of the Year, and the Jailer of the Year, sponsored by TurnerBatson Architects and Wachovia Bank. This will be the thirteenth year of these awards, and is one of the most important and significant programs of the chamber for the entire year. Shown above, left-to-right, Former Hoover Assistant Police Chief and newly named City of Birmingham Police Chief A. C. Roper, Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis, 2006 Police Officer of the Year Connery Davis, Hoover Mayor Tony Petelos, following the recognition program at the February 2007 Chamber Luncheon.
HOOVER WINS TWO INTERNATIONAL AWARDS
City of Hoover Employee of the Year finalists were honored at the November Chamber Luncheon, with Mayor Tony Petelos recognizing each of the finalists for the outstanding jobs they do in their respective departments. Shown left to right, Bill White of the Hoover Police Department; Katie Jane Morris of the Hoover Public Library; Mary Ann Hitchcock of the Hoover Police Department; 2006-2007 City of Hoover Employee of the Year Alicia Lee, Recreation Specialists, from the Parks and Recreation Department; and Hoover Mayor Tony Petelos.
A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held November 13 at Brookwood Primary care Clinic on Stadium Trace Parkway in Hoover to Celebrate their Grand Opening. Shown cutting the ribbon is Dr. Amanda Cava, as Dr. Carrie Huner holds the bow. Several other important Brookwood Medical Center Executives were in attendance, along with staff, elected officials, and Chamber Ambassadors.
A Ribbon Cutting was held November 6 at the Grand Re-Opening of Bumpernets inside the Riverchase Galleria. Shown cutting the ribbon is owner Homer Brown as several staff members, guests, and Chamber Ambassadors join in for the excitement. Complimentary food was provided by new members CafÈ Lazio and Godiva Chocolatier.
A Ribbon Cutting was held November 20 at Godiva Chocolatier in the Food Court at the Riverchase Galleria, with manager Christine Yates performing the honors of cutting the ribbon. Besides absolutely incredible deserts provided by the host, lunch was provided by Romano's Macaroni Grill at The Summit - another Hoover Chamber member!
A Ribbon Cutting was held November 20 at Smoothie Joe's inside SportPlex on Lorna Road in Hoover. Shown cutting the ribbon is manager Paul Davison, as staff members and several Chamber Ambassadors share in the excitement of having TWO ribbon cuttings in one day.
Hoover City Schools Employee of the Year finalists were honored at the November Chamber Luncheon, where Hoover City Schools Superintendent Andy Craig gave his annual update on the Hoover School System. Shown left to right, Troy McCraw of the Central Office; Pam Devine of Shades Mountain Elementary School; Carol Winstead of Green Valley Elementary School; 2006-2007 Hoover City Schools Employee of the Year Jacqueline Smith, the Custodian at Berry Middle School; and Superintendent Andy Craig.
Each day of Veterans Week, November 5-10, at the Hoover Public Library, and different group performed the Flag-Lowering Ceremony at 4:45 p.m. Shown here is the Brownie Troup from Hoover , who performed the ceremony on Friday, November 10. This was a very solemn occasion and taught the young ladies how special the American Flag is to be treated, and how important it is to recognize the veterans who have served our great country.
An incredible display of food was donated by The Wynfrey Hotel at the new Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce for the Open House and Ribbon Cutting on October 11. Shown above is the display with Marketing Director and Chamber Board Member and Supreme Volunteer Kathleen Spencer, with Sous Chef Russell Parker, who donated his time on his day off for the Chamber event.
A Ribbon Cutting was held October 16 at Margarita Grill in Pelham, on Highway 119, just off Highway 31. Shown cutting the ribbon is Owner Javier "Jay" Jerez, surrounded by staff and chamber ambassadors. Photo by Rhoda Pyatt.
At the October Chamber Luncheon, Mayor Tony Petelos and the Hoover City Council announced Brenda Ladun Day in Hoover for January 26, 2008 for a Conquer Cancer 5K Run at Veterans Park on Valleydale in Brenda's honor to raise funds for breast cancer research. Shown left-to-right, City Council members Brian Skelton, Jack Wright, Council President Gary Ivey, October Luncheon Speak Brenda Ladun of ABC 33/40, and Hoover Mayor Tony Petelos. 
November 17 4th Annual Pet-A-Palooza at Veteran's Park on Valleydale Road (in front of Spain Park High School). 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Volunteers Needed! Call Dee Nance at 444-7765 or Alicia Lee at 739-7123 to volunteer or to set up a booth. Hundreds of people will be bringing pets of all sizes and shapes. Incredible festival for pets and pet lovers! Adopt a pet! Children's activities! Tons of Fun! Donations of pet related items are welcome. See City of Hoover website, and click on the Pet-A-Palooza logo for detailed information. Proceeds benefit the Shelby County Humane Society, a member of the Hoover Chamber.
A Ribbon Cutting was held September 21 at the new office building of State Farm Agent Chris Dorris at 2717 John Hawkins Parkway across from Wal-Mart. Shown cutting the ribbon is Dorris as his staff and several chamber Ambassadors look on.
A Ribbon Cutting was held September 10 at the new Superior Bank on Highway 119 at Old Highway 280 in the Greystone area. Shown cutting the ribbon is Branch Manager Tim Dollins, as Mayor Tony Petelos, several bank executives, staff, and Chamber Ambassadors share in the celebration.
A Ribbon Cutting was held September 25 at Galleria Crossing Apartments on Lodge Drive in Hoover. Shown Cutting the ribbon is manager Joy Casey, as several staff members and Chamber ambassadors share in the excitement.
A Ribbon Cutting was held at Banfield Pet Hospital, located inside PetSmart at Riverchase Village in Hoover. Shown cutting the ribbon is Dr. Kelly Johnson , assisted by Field Director Sean Hart as their staff and several Chamber ambassadors join in, along with Cinnamon, the miniature Yorkshire Terrier, and an unknown dachshund mix. The ambassadors were given a bag of doggie treats following the ribbon cutting.
Hoover's Thank a Vet magnetic ribbons are available at the Chamber of Commerce office or at City Hall to any Chamber member or Hoover resident that wants one, as long as the supply lasts. We can't mail them out, but feel free to come by the office to get them, or pick them up at chamber events through Veterans Week, November 11-16, 2007.
A Ribbon Cutting was held September 27 at the offices of D. Smith & Company in the Awtrey Building in Trace Crossings. Shown Cutting the ribbon is Doug Smith, assisted by his wife Joan, and their daughter Kristen, as several Chamber Ambassadors look on. Doug, a retirement planning specialist, and Joan are both very active Chamber Ambassadors themselves, and participate in most all Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce activities, including almost all ribbon cutting ceremonies. 
A Ribbon Cutting was held September 18 at Cartridge World in Greystone in The Village at Lee Branch. Shown cutting the Ribbon is owner Cristine Ferguson as her husband, staff, and several Chamber Ambassadors look on.
First American Bank sponsored the breakfast at the 12th Annual Golf Tournament again this year. Shown here at their display are branch managers Evelyn Phillips (right) of the John Hawkins Branch and Jason Cobb of the Hoover Commons Branch. 
Several Displays were set up, waiting for the luncheon and awards programs at the golf tournament. On the left is the St. Vincent's Health System display, in the center is the Chamber display with all the winners prizes and trophies, and several of the raffle prizes. Top raffle prizes, donated by Dedicated Personnel, The Wynfrey Hotel, Office Depot Business Services, According to my Blakemore.com Luxury Watches, and more, helped to raise several thousand additional dollars for the Chamber Scholarship Programs.
Regions Managers were honored at the August luncheon where they were sponsors, as they were recognized by Chamber President Richard Rayborn (left) for the generous $5,000.00 contribution for the new Chamber office location. Shown left to right, Rayborn, Leslie Doyle, Managers Beverly Meadors-Riverchase, Teresa Vick-Greystone, Gina Roberson-Meadowbrook, Matt Fagan-Trace Crossings, Kim Braden-John Hawkins, and Nelson Raines-Highway 280.
RealtySouth Agent Kim Lucas was one of hundreds of Chamber Members who purchased raffle tickets for the Golf Tournament Raffle, who had no connection to the golf tournament itself, and did not attend. Her name was drawn as the winner of one of the $500.00 watches donated by chamber member AccordingToMyBlakemore.com Luxury Watches. Here she is shown receiving her SwissTungsten watch from Chamber Director Bill Powell at the Chamber office just two days after the drawing.
A ribbon cutting was held August 9 at Pakmail on South Shades Crest Road. Shown cutting the ribbon is Donna Maples, while her son, owner Jeremy Brittain, holds the bow. Several chamber ambassadors also attended to share in the ceremony.
A ribbon cutting was held August 7 at P & D Swords and Mystical Gifts on John Hawkins Parkway. Shown cutting the ribbon is owner Patrick Brundege while his wife holds the bow. Several chamber ambassadors were present to participate in the ribbon cutting ceremony.
A ribbon cutting was held August 2 at Riverchase Paint & Decorating on Old Montgomery Highway, near the Cahaba River Bridge. Shown cutting the ribbon is Geoff Milham, and his family, staff, vendors, and several chamber ambassadors look on.
A ribbon cutting was held at Silver Coin Indian Grill on Lorna Road in the Food World Shopping Center. Shown cutting the ribbon is Bharathi Kunder, Owner, as several family members, staff, and chamber ambassadors participate in the ceremony.
A Ribbon Cutting was held August 17 at Ezell's Fish Camp in Pelham, combined with the Greater Shelby County Chamber. Ezell's is just off I-65 at Highway 119, on Bishop Circle. Shown cutting the ribbon is Agnew Hall as his mother, Pelham Mayor Bobby Hayes, several staff members, and dozens of ambassadors from the Shelby County and Hoover Chambers look on.
A Ribbon Cutting was held August 10 at MH Custom Clothiers in the AmSouth Harbert Building in downtown Birmingham. Shown cutting the ribbon is owner Marvin Harrell, as his wife Yolanda, their three sons, several other family members and friends and chamber ambassadors look on.
Kathleen Spencer of The Wynfrey Hotel was recognized at the July Chamber Luncheon as the outstanding Ambassador of the Quarter for the First Quarter of 2007 by Chamber President Richard Rayborn. Kathleen earned the award for the first quarter, and was recognized at the April luncheon, but was unable to attend, so was given the award at the July luncheon. In addition to her work chairing the Ambassador Committee, she is very active on the Golf Committee, on the Miss Hoover Committee, has served on other ad hoc committees, and is a member of the Chamber Board of Directors. The award is sponsored by Michael's Steaks and Seafood Restaurant, and includes a $75.00 Gift Certificate.
Kelly Simmons of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society was also recognized at the July Chamber Luncheon as the outstanding Ambassador of the Quarter for the Second Quarter or 2007, but had to leave the luncheon early and was not available to receive the award at the time. She did, however, come by the Chamber office to have her plaque presented by Chamber Executive Director Bill Powell. The quarterly award is sponsored by Michael's Steaks and Seafood Restaurant, and includes a $75.00 Gift Certificate.
Past Chamber President Susan Webb made a plea at the June 21 Chamber Luncheon for sponsors for the Miss Hoover Pageant on July 20. This will be our inaugural Miss Hoover Pageant as sponsored by the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce, and many more sponsors are needed! 
A Ribbon Cutting was held on June 26 at Weichert, Realtors – Access Realtors on Valleydale Road at Caldwell Mill Road in Hoover. Broker Mike Carraway, to the left of the bow and his wife led the celebration, as dozens of their real estate agents and chamber ambassadors joined in the festivities.
Alabama State Treasurer Kay Ivey gave a rousing talk at the June 21 Chamber Luncheon at Hoover Country Club last month. She was kind enough to fulfill her commitment, even though she was on the program for with President George W. Bush in Mobile at 4:00 p.m. the same afternoon. She actually had to charter a plane at her own expense, from the Shelby County airport to Mobile, in order to make both commitments, but did not want to miss out on either one. In order to accommodate her schedule, and make it as convenient as possible, we rearranged the agenda for the luncheon, and had her speak beginning at 12:00 noon, rather than after she had time to eat. In addition, we had a Hoover Police Officer take her directly to the Shelby County Airport, in order to avoid any traffic delays. Needless to say, she made the appointment with President Bush!
The Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting May 10 at Active Rehab, the professional offices of Dr. Christopher Stewart, Chiropractic Physician on Meadow Lake Drive in Inverness, across from Lloyd’s Restaurant. Shown cutting the ribbon is Dr. Stewart, assisted by his wife, Jenny, as her parents George and Janice Wiggin (to the left of her) and several chamber ambassadors look on. Dr. Stewart is new to the Inverness area after several years of experience prior to moving here. 
Chamber President Richard Rayborn (left) with Alabama Power Company, presented a check for $10,000 to Mayor Tony Petelos at the Chamber Business after Hours Event at the Regions Golf Tournament, as Alabama Power Executive Bill Holmes looks on. The check is to help with the City of Hoover 40th Anniversary Birthday Celebration festivities on June 16 at Veterans Park on Valleydale Road, in front of Spain Park High School.
2006 Regions Charity Golf Classic Winner returned again this year to the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce Business after Hours event at the AT&T Tent, sponsored by AT&T Real Yellow Pages, Alabama Power Company, Colonial Bank, Fi-Plan Partners, Hoar Program Management, and Galleria Woods Retirement Community. Bryant considered his attendance good luck in that he went on to win the tournament last year after attending our event. Of course, he also went on to win the event again in 2007, after attending our event again this year, taking home a check for $240,000.00. We do believe he will make an effort to attend our event again in 2008!
Five scholarships, totaling $10,000.00, were awarded at the May chamber luncheon to deserving students. Shown left-to-right, Nazish Nazir Ladak, of Hoover High School, who will attend the University of Alabama to study Finance; Second-year winner Melissa Smith, attending the University of Alabama, and achieving Deans List honors in the School of Nursing; Adam Sutherland of Spain Park High, attending Alabama to study Communications; Lauren Rickard of Hoover High, attending UAB to study Chemistry and pre-pharmacy; 2005 Miss Alabama Alexa Jones, and Scholarship Committee and Chamber Board Member Kevin Roberts. Not shown and unable to attend the luncheon was Meghan Kaple of Spain Park, who will attend Auburn to study Human Development.
A Ribbon Cutting was held on May 15 at Martinis Ultra Lounge on Lorna Ridge Lane, in the old Senor Frog location. Show here is manager Tony Lydell cutting the ribbon as dozen of staff and attendees look on. They offered a free selection of mixed drinks including a choice of their 35 different martinis!
Many famous celebrities were on hand for the Wednesday and Thursday Pro-Am tournaments at the Regions Charity Classic Golf Tournament, including Hoover's own American Idol, Taylor Hicks. Shown here is the Chamber Hole Eleven Captain Kathleen Spencer (left), Taylor, and volunteer Kim Osborn. Volunteers are able to get up-close-and-personal with many of the celebrities and professional golfers during the pro-am tournament days!
Dozens of chamber volunteers worked over 1,000 hours at the Regions Charity Classic Golf Tournament at Ross Bridge in May, many as Marshals on the two fairways adopted by the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce, Holes Eleven and Twelve. Shown here in a group shot before play arrive at our holes on Saturday morning are, left-to-right, Joe DiBenedetto, Tommy Vines, Hole Twelve Captain Lori Ewoldsen, Crystal Moreno, Diana and Steve Wood, Randy Horden, David Kirkpatrick (filling in for dad, John), and Dennis Lathem. Volunteers not shown for this photo were Hole Eleven Captain Kathleen Spencer, Kim Osborn, Bob & Peggy Thompson, Rohen, Chuck Binzel, Javetta Lodge, Pat Lozito, Colin Pharr, Debbie Rockwell, Shirley Shaw, Andrea Shea, and Buddy Spidle. Several other volunteers were assigned to other committees, two of which were Floyd Franks, marshalling on Hole 17, and John Platt who worked as a walking scorer.
A Ribbon Cutting was held April 5 at Premiere Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine at 2051 Old Montgomery Highway. Shown cutting the ribbon is Beth Pierpoint as several friends, staff and Chamber ambassadors look on. 
A Ribbon Cutting was held March 29 at Southern Computer Technologies on John Hawkins Parkway in the Colonial Promenade of Hoover Shopping Center, in conjunction with Hair Options Ribbon Cutting. Shown cutting the ribbon is Traci King as her husband, Brian (holding the bow), Ira Creasman (over Traci’s shoulder) as family, staff, friends, and several Chamber Ambassadors look on. 
A Ribbon Cutting was held March 29 at Hair Options on John Hawkins Parkway in the Colonial Promenade of Hoover Shopping Center, in conjunction with Southern Computer Technologies Ribbon Cutting. Shown cutting the Ribbon is owner Loraine McDonald as her family, friends and several Chamber Ambassadors look on 
A Ribbon Cutting was held April 17 at Empire Autohaus on Yeager Parkway in Pelham, with both the Hoover and Greater Shelby County Chambers participating. Shown cutting the ribbon is Karen Apel as her husband, Alan, on her right, assists. Several employees and ambassadors from both chambers shared in the celebration and some of the best food ever provided at a ribbon cutting!
A Ribbon Cutting was held March 20 at Christian Brothers Automotive on Southpark Drive, near the Hoover Public Safety Center off Highway 31. Show cutting the ribbon is owner Brandon Fisher, as his family, staff, and several Chamber ambassadors look on. The sun-grins show that it definitely was Chamber-of-Commerce-weather at the time!
A Ribbon Cutting was held March 9 at Hoover Vision Center on John Hawkins Parkway in Galleria Trace Plaza. Shown Cutting the ribbon is Dr. Robin Marbourg, as Dr. Abnous Samford holds the bow, while their staff and several Chamber ambassadors look on.
A Ribbon Cutting was held March 13 at Hoover Fitness on Clearbrook Road in Bluff Park in the old CVS location. Shown cutting the ribbon is Jason Cerniglia, Owner, as his mother, Tynette Lynch of The Wynfrey Hotel, several friends and Chamber ambassadors look on. Hoover Fitness offers a full range of fitness programs and equipment.