Chamber Events
2025 Educational Camps - Cyber Camp #2 - Middle School Students
The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Calhoun Community College, is a five-day CyberPatriot Camp offered at no cost to 6th-8th grades students. Campers will explore the fundamentals of cybersecurity including hands-on activities with Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems, multiple numbering systems and operating system configuration. CyberPatriot is a national youth cyber education program for students across the U.S. This is one of two Cyber Camps. The second camp for high school students will be held simultaneously.
2025 Educational Camps - Cyber Camp #2 - Middle School Students
The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Calhoun Community College, is a five-day CyberPatriot Camp offered at no cost to 6th-8th grades students. Campers will explore the fundamentals of cybersecurity including hands-on activities with Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems, multiple numbering systems and operating system configuration. CyberPatriot is a national youth cyber education program for students across the U.S. This is one of two Cyber Camps. The second camp for high school students will be held simultaneously.
2025 Educational Camps - Cyber Camp #2 - Middle School Students
The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Calhoun Community College, is a five-day CyberPatriot Camp offered at no cost to 6th-8th grades students. Campers will explore the fundamentals of cybersecurity including hands-on activities with Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems, multiple numbering systems and operating system configuration. CyberPatriot is a national youth cyber education program for students across the U.S. This is one of two Cyber Camps. The second camp for high school students will be held simultaneously.
2025 Educational Camps - Precision Machining Camp #2
This intensive five-day camp provides students with practical hands-on exposure to the world of CNC machining, part design, and modeling. Participants will have the opportunity to learn fundamental CNC programming skills, including tasks such as configuring tool offsets, setting up machines, and operating CNC equipment safely and proficiently. Additionally, students will be introduced to the use of precision measuring tools. This camp is designed to cater to students entering grades 9 through 12 and takes place at the Advanced Technology Center on the Decatur Campus of Calhoun Community College. The Chamber's Educational Camp programs feature hands-on and interactive environments where students receive training and exposure to careers of the future. Automotive, Cyber, Healthcare, Precision Machining and SWeETy camps will be the featured programs for 2025, along with the potential of others added based on the needs of our workforce community. The audience will include high school students and education leadership teams in Decatur-Morgan County.
2025 Educational Camps - SWeETy Camp
Through the Summer Welding and Electrical Technology (SWeETy) Camp, 9th - 12th grade girls are provided an opportunity to learn hands-on technical skills that can lead to high-paying, satisfying careers in high growth industries in Decatur-Morgan County. The four-day camp teaches the importance of safety and the intricate technological components of welding and electrical mechanisms, culminating with industry tour, class projects, and local businesswomen in the manufacturing sector sharing their experiences with the attendees each day. Sponsoring SWeETy Camp connects your brand with future female leaders in technical fields, supports young women in gaining valuable, high-demand skills and partners you with Calhoun Community College to drive local workforce development.
2025 Educational Camps - Precision Machining Camp #2
This intensive five-day camp provides students with practical hands-on exposure to the world of CNC machining, part design, and modeling. Participants will have the opportunity to learn fundamental CNC programming skills, including tasks such as configuring tool offsets, setting up machines, and operating CNC equipment safely and proficiently. Additionally, students will be introduced to the use of precision measuring tools. This camp is designed to cater to students entering grades 9 through 12 and takes place at the Advanced Technology Center on the Decatur Campus of Calhoun Community College. The Chamber's Educational Camp programs feature hands-on and interactive environments where students receive training and exposure to careers of the future. Automotive, Cyber, Healthcare, Precision Machining and SWeETy camps will be the featured programs for 2025, along with the potential of others added based on the needs of our workforce community. The audience will include high school students and education leadership teams in Decatur-Morgan County.
2025 Educational Camps - SWeETy Camp
Through the Summer Welding and Electrical Technology (SWeETy) Camp, 9th - 12th grade girls are provided an opportunity to learn hands-on technical skills that can lead to high-paying, satisfying careers in high growth industries in Decatur-Morgan County. The four-day camp teaches the importance of safety and the intricate technological components of welding and electrical mechanisms, culminating with industry tour, class projects, and local businesswomen in the manufacturing sector sharing their experiences with the attendees each day. Sponsoring SWeETy Camp connects your brand with future female leaders in technical fields, supports young women in gaining valuable, high-demand skills and partners you with Calhoun Community College to drive local workforce development.
2025 Educational Camps - Precision Machining Camp #2
This intensive five-day camp provides students with practical hands-on exposure to the world of CNC machining, part design, and modeling. Participants will have the opportunity to learn fundamental CNC programming skills, including tasks such as configuring tool offsets, setting up machines, and operating CNC equipment safely and proficiently. Additionally, students will be introduced to the use of precision measuring tools. This camp is designed to cater to students entering grades 9 through 12 and takes place at the Advanced Technology Center on the Decatur Campus of Calhoun Community College. The Chamber's Educational Camp programs feature hands-on and interactive environments where students receive training and exposure to careers of the future. Automotive, Cyber, Healthcare, Precision Machining and SWeETy camps will be the featured programs for 2025, along with the potential of others added based on the needs of our workforce community. The audience will include high school students and education leadership teams in Decatur-Morgan County.
2025 Educational Camps - SWeETy Camp
Through the Summer Welding and Electrical Technology (SWeETy) Camp, 9th - 12th grade girls are provided an opportunity to learn hands-on technical skills that can lead to high-paying, satisfying careers in high growth industries in Decatur-Morgan County. The four-day camp teaches the importance of safety and the intricate technological components of welding and electrical mechanisms, culminating with industry tour, class projects, and local businesswomen in the manufacturing sector sharing their experiences with the attendees each day. Sponsoring SWeETy Camp connects your brand with future female leaders in technical fields, supports young women in gaining valuable, high-demand skills and partners you with Calhoun Community College to drive local workforce development.
2025 Educational Camps - Precision Machining Camp #2
This intensive five-day camp provides students with practical hands-on exposure to the world of CNC machining, part design, and modeling. Participants will have the opportunity to learn fundamental CNC programming skills, including tasks such as configuring tool offsets, setting up machines, and operating CNC equipment safely and proficiently. Additionally, students will be introduced to the use of precision measuring tools. This camp is designed to cater to students entering grades 9 through 12 and takes place at the Advanced Technology Center on the Decatur Campus of Calhoun Community College. The Chamber's Educational Camp programs feature hands-on and interactive environments where students receive training and exposure to careers of the future. Automotive, Cyber, Healthcare, Precision Machining and SWeETy camps will be the featured programs for 2025, along with the potential of others added based on the needs of our workforce community. The audience will include high school students and education leadership teams in Decatur-Morgan County.
2025 Educational Camps - SWeETy Camp
Through the Summer Welding and Electrical Technology (SWeETy) Camp, 9th - 12th grade girls are provided an opportunity to learn hands-on technical skills that can lead to high-paying, satisfying careers in high growth industries in Decatur-Morgan County. The four-day camp teaches the importance of safety and the intricate technological components of welding and electrical mechanisms, culminating with industry tour, class projects, and local businesswomen in the manufacturing sector sharing their experiences with the attendees each day. Sponsoring SWeETy Camp connects your brand with future female leaders in technical fields, supports young women in gaining valuable, high-demand skills and partners you with Calhoun Community College to drive local workforce development.
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2025 Breakfast & Biz 2nd Quarter
Join us on Thursday, July 17, 2025 for the Chamber's Breakfast & Biz professional development training and networking session with guest speaker will be Mark Waters, a Certified EOS Implementer with BMSS Advisors and CPAs, the third largest CPA firm in Alabama. This session will help you discover tools to run more efficiently, improve communication and make better decisions—both professionally and personally.
2025 Member 101 - 3rd Quarter
At this lunch-and-learn event, Chamber members will have the opportunity to meet our staff, network with new members and learn how to use their Chamber membership to its full potential. Members will also learn how to utilize our online Member Information Center (MIC) to submit job openings, news releases and events to the Chamber website.
2025 New Teacher Welcome - Decatur City Schools
The Chamber, in partnership with Decatur City Schools, celebrates those who have joined the ranks of teachers in our county with a breakfast to welcome them to our area. This annual event is made possible by presenting sponsor NUCOR Decatur.
2025 After Hours - 3rd Quarter - Princess Theatre Center for the Performing Arts
Join us for After Hours, at the Princess Theatre Center for the Performing Arts, on Thursday, July 31 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. This come-and-go event will be the perfect opportunity to network with fellow Chamber members, exchange business cards and enjoy refreshments in a relaxed, after-work setting.
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2025 Emerging Leaders 08/06/2025
Join us on Wednesday, August 1, for an engaging table talk at our next Emerging Leaders event. ?This is a great opportunity to connect, exchange ideas and draw inspiration from those leading the way. Expand your knowledge and leadership skills at this Emerging Leaders event, which offers valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth. Be sure to register by Friday, March 28, and help us spread the word by inviting your colleagues!
2025 Washington Update (date to be confirmed)
The Chamber's 2025 Washington Update is tentatively planned for Thursday, August 7, 2025, pending confirmation from our keynote speaker.
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2025 Partners-In-Education Breakfast & Work Session - Not Open to the Public
The Partners-In-Education program links area businesses and industries with schools in Decatur, Hartselle and Morgan County to provide educational opportunities for the students and increase the awareness of area businesses and industries. Partnerships also heighten awareness of present and future job needs, help improve the education of future employees and customers, and increases understanding of the quality and needs of public school systems, whose health is vital to the community's economic well being. This breakfast and work session for partners and schools is an opportunity to gather to discuss needs for the schools, available resources and a vision for their collaboration.
