East Alabama Chamber of Commerce

06/01/2026

🌟 Applications Are Now Open for Leadership East Alabama! 🌟

Do you want to grow as a leader, expand your network, and make a greater impact in our community?

Whether you're an emerging leader, business owner, nonprofit professional, or seasoned executive looking to deepen your community involvement, Leadership East Alabama offers a unique experience that will challenge, inspire, and equip you to lead with purpose.

Our alumni consistently tell us that the connections they made and the knowledge they gained through the program have been invaluable both professionally and personally.

Apply here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/KvRp44A/leadershipapplication

05/29/2026

Chambers are families no matter which chamber you're from.

We were so excited to see and support our friends at the Opelika Chamber of Commerce for their 85th Annual Awards Lunch today. Fantastic event at Opelika High School. It is always wonderful to celebrate what businesses and individuals bring to our entire East Alabama region.

05/21/2026

This is one of my favorite days in our Leadership East Alabama, we have completed the first part of the day learning why Chick-fil-A is not in the chicken business. They are in the people business. 🐔♥️

05/19/2026

Sign up to give some input!

📣 We want to hear from YOU!
Be a part of CVCC’s future campus master plan by attending one of our stakeholder sessions.
Chattahoochee Valley Community College is developing a Master Plan, and your feedback will help shape the future of our campus, community programs, and community impact.
🗓 Upcoming Sessions:
• Friday, May 22
• Wednesday, May 27
🔗 Register today at: sslarch.com/cvcc-stakeholders
Your Voice. Our Future. Better Together. 💙

05/15/2026

On the Russell County ballot on the Tuesday, May 19 Primary Election, voters will see a special election regarding the renewal and continuation of the existing 4.5 mill countywide school tax.

✨This is not a new tax.✨

✅Approval of the measure will continue an important source of funding for local school systems and help support educational opportunities for students across Russell County. A vote against the measure would end this important, existing funding source for local schools.

VOTE TO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOLS
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05/13/2026

Thank you to the Phenix City Schools Board of Education for asking us to moderate the four superintendent interviews last week.

We love being part of our community and assisting in this important process. The candidates got all the same questions and the interviews were live streamed.

05/11/2026

What a special evening celebrating our Leadership East Alabama graduates last week!

Watching this group grow over the past several months has been inspiring. They showed up ready to learn, connect, challenge themselves, and invest in our community — and it has been amazing to see the friendships, confidence, and leadership skills that developed along the way.

We are so proud of each graduate and grateful they chose to be part of this journey. East Alabama is stronger because of leaders like these who are willing to step up, serve, and make a difference.

Thank you to everyone who supported this year’s program and helped make graduation night so memorable.

05/11/2026

ICYMI: 🚚💥 What an incredible day at TRUCKTACULAR! 💥🚒

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out April 25 and made this event such a success! From climbing into big trucks and honking horns to meeting first responders and exploring amazing equipment up close, the smiles and excitement made the day unforgettable.

We’re especially grateful to our sponsors: Russell County Commission, City of Phenix City, PMB Broadcasting, and Buffalo Rock Pepsi, as well as volunteers, community partners, and vehicle operators who helped bring this event to life for families across our community. Your support made all the difference!

📸 Check out some of our favorite moments from the day below!

We already can’t wait for next year’s Trucktacular! 🚜✨

05/04/2026

🏆✨ Young Citizens Awards Winners Honored ✨🏆

During our Annual Dinner & Awards on April 28, we were proud to recognize this year’s outstanding Young Citizens Awards winners!

These awards celebrate exceptional students across the East Alabama community who have excelled in their respective fields. Nominated from Central High, Glenwood, Russell County High, and Smiths Station High, each winner was selected through a competitive application and interview process led by a panel of judges.

Each recipient was awarded a $1,200 scholarship made possible by the Chamber and our generous business partners: BEAM Broadband & The Citizen of East Alabama , Smurfit Westrock, Taylor Funeral Home, Buffalo Rock Pepsi, Russell County Commission, and Synovus.

👏 Congratulations to our 2025-2026 winners:
• Kamourri Johnson (Central High Phenix City Schools) – Journalism
• Ethan Nila (Smiths Station High) – Academics
• Makenzi Jackson (Central High Phenix City Schools) – Art
• Isabella Williams (Russell County High School) – Community Service (tie)
• Libby Parkman (Smiths Station High) – Community Service (tie)
• Valah Brooks (Russell County High School) – Athletics
• Jaxon Upshaw (Central High Phenix City Schools) – Career Tech

Your hard work and achievements make our community proud. The future is in great hands! 🌟