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32 Students Graduate from the Eastern Shore Chamber's Student Training & Exploration Program

The Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of the 2017 Student Training and Exploration Program (STEP) graduates. Thirty-two students graduated from the program Monday, May 1 at Daphne United Methodist Church.

 

STEP is a four-year leadership and career pathway exploration initiative of the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce Foundation. The Chamber works in conjunction with the Baldwin County Board of Education, local colleges, technical training facilities and local industries to bridge education with businesses on the Eastern Shore. "Our goal is for students to reach their highest potential for success," said program director Christina Hellmich.

Over the past four years, students explored high demand career opportunities in Southwest Alabama while connecting classroom knowledge with skills needed in the workplace. Students heard from local professionals about how they found their career path, participated in an soft skills workshop where they prepared for future interviews and explored career options at local businesses such as Segers Aero Corporation, Chris Myers Automotive, Daphne Utilities and the Grand Hotel Marriott Resort. Students also took advantage of a cash course to understand actual earning possibilities. They will finish out the program by creating a career plan and timeline based on their goals after high school graduation.

 

"I hope each of our students have become more self-aware, confident and determined," said Hellmich, "With these tools, we know these students will be well on their way to achieving success."

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This program could not be possible without the dedication and talent of those who help facilitate rewarding days for these students. The STEP program is proud to have the support of the Chamber Board of Directors, especially the Chamber Foundation Chairman Steve Carey. Our local high schools and counselors also give a great deal of support to make this program possible.

  If your company would like to learn more about how you can become more involved with the Student Training and Exploration Program, email Christina Hellmich at [email protected] or call (251) 928-6387.

 

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Click on the category below to open the nomination form: Small Business of the Year Community Leader Award Environmental Award

The Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce is taking 2017 Award Nominations and we need your help to recognize our members who are truly making an impact on the community.   We are taking nominations for three awards: Small Business of the Year, Community Leader Award and the Environmental Award.   Nominations may be made for any deserving business. Self-nominations are encouraged. Simply complete the nomination form below and return it to the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce by  May 26, 2017.  Once completed, the forms can be saved to your computer then emailed to [email protected]. You can also print out the form and mail it to 327 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, AL 36532. Call 928-6387 with any questions. The award winners will be announced at the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner, June 8 at Oak Hollow Farm.

The Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the past year with a summer picnic at Oak Hollow Farm. Come ready to play some lawn games and enjoy some delicious food. We will also install the new officers and recognize members who are making an impact on our community.

If you are interested in nominating a member for one of our annual awards visit http://bit.ly/2017ESCCAwards and return the nomination form to the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce by May 26, 2017.

The Annual Awards Dinner will be Thursday, June 8 at 5:30 p.m. at Oak Hollow Farm, 14210 S. Greeno Road, Fairhope, AL. Tickets are $50. Call (251) 928-6387 by June 1 to reserve your seat.

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Click the button below for more information or call Frank Shepard at (251) 928-6387.

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33rd Annual Mayors' Prayer Breakfast Thursday, May 4 Doors open at 7:00 a.m. Program starts at 7:30 a.m. Daphne Civic Center 2603 Hwy. 98 Daphne The deadline to RSVP has passed. No tickets will be sold at the door Add to Calendar

Guest Speaker: Bill Bru, Director of Business Development for Hix Snedeker Companies He has a powerful message and impressive professional resume that has taken him all over the world. You don't want to miss his story. Sponsor:

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