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🍂 Hello, October! 🎃
A new month brings fresh opportunities to learn, connect, and get involved! This week, we’re highlighting the launch of Beyond the Tassel, sharing valuable business resources, and looking ahead to several exciting Chamber events—including the Leadership Series and Chicago Street Supper Club.
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE
LAST CALL: Leadership Series Tickets
OCT 16: Chicago Street Supper Club
COMING UP: Ribbon Cuttings + Business After Hours
MEMBER OPPORTUNITY: Chamber Choices Open Through Dec 1
Here’s to growing connections and opening new doors this October!
| | Last Call for Leadership Series Tickets! | |
MONDAY 🎙️ OCT 12
11:30 | Foley Civic Center
| | Hear from Todd Stennis, Director of Government Affairs at Amtrak, during our next Leadership Series luncheon, presented by Vulcan, Inc. The program will also feature lunch catered by Baumhower’s Victory Grille of Foley. | | REMINDER: Workforce & Top Investors are invited to an exclusive meeting and Q&A with our guest speaker at 11 AM. Want to stay for the full program? Be sure to get lunch tickets! | | Chicago Street Supper Club | |
FRIDAY 🍷🍽️ OCT 16
6-10 PM | North Chicago Street, Foley
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Quote of the Day
“Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.”
— F. Scott Fitzgerald
| | | | Foundation + Workforce News | | Beyond the Tassel: Behind the Scenes at Ascend | | |
We’re kicking off Beyond the Tassel, our Community Workforce initiative connecting students from Foley and Elberta High Schools with local businesses, industries and career opportunities.
For our first experience, students went behind the scenes at Ascend Performance Materials in Foley, where they explored the plant’s operations, learned how materials produced locally are used in everyday products, and heard directly from employees about what it takes to build a career in manufacturing. Students also had the opportunity to speak with Ascend’s HR team about qualifications, job opportunities and the steps to apply for a position.
Want to see your business become part of Beyond the Tassel? We’re looking for local businesses and industries interested in opening their doors to students and giving them a firsthand look at the careers and opportunities available right here in our community.
Interested in hosting students at your facility? Reach out to learn more about becoming a Beyond the Tassel business partner.
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RIBBON ✂️ CUTTINGS
Everyone's Invited!
Join us for the upcoming South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremonies as we celebrate new businesses, exciting renovations, and growing expansions throughout our local community!
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THURSDAY 🎙️ OCT 22
5-7 PM | 194 Aryan Ct, Foley 36535
Get ready to mix, mingle, and make connections at Fairfield Inn & Suites! Business After Hours brings together professionals from across the community for an evening of networking and collaboration. Share your business, meet new contacts, and spark opportunities—don’t forget your business cards!
| | 🗓️ Mark Your Calendars & Save The Dates! | | News / Reminders / Resources | | Exclusive Opportunities for Chamber Members | | | | Chamber Choices is open now through December 1, offering South Baldwin Chamber members exclusive access to 2027 sponsorship and advertising opportunities. Meet our Chamber Champions, connect with someone who can help guide your selections, and find the opportunities that best fit your business goals. | | | | |
Make Your Small Business Voice Heard | The Federal Reserve’s 2026 Small Business Credit Survey is now open, giving business owners and key financial decision-makers an opportunity to share their experiences with financing, debt, and current business conditions. Survey closes NOV 13, 2026.
【❪ Learn More About this Small Business Survey
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Free SCORE Webinars for Your Business | Build new skills and strengthen your business with SCORE’s free, expert-led webinars this October. Explore upcoming sessions covering entrepreneurship, marketing, finances, AI, business growth, and more—all designed to provide practical guidance you can put to work.
【❪ See the Upcoming Free Webinars
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SBA Disaster Assistance Available | Eligible small businesses and private nonprofits in Baldwin and Escambia counties impacted by drought conditions beginning February 3 may qualify for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million. Application deadline is April 26, 2027.
【❪ LEARN MORE / INFO FLYER / FACT SHEET
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Monday Morning Fun | Ready to piece together an unforgettable evening? This week’s jigsaw puzzle features last year’s Chicago Street Supper Club cocktail hour as we look forward to its return on October 16!
【❪ Put the Pieces Together Under the Lights!
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