What We Do

Ensuring Success for Small Businesses & the Next Generation

Continuously nurturing a diverse, vibrant small-business community is at the core of our mission at the Athens-Limestone County Chamber of Commerce. Use these content areas as a starting point for exploring the many resources and programming we’ve developed specifically to help small business owners thrive.

VISIBILITY

To boost businesses’ exposure and customer attraction, we offer various promotional opportunities like event sponsorships, ribbon cuttings, podcast features, and marketing campaigns:

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GROWTH

Discover our programs focused on helping people start, relocate or expand small businesses. Also see our leadership initiatives that educate, engage, and train professionals and youth:

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NETWORK

Explore the many opportunities the Chamber offers for all people to create strong relationships, work on professional development, elevate their brands, and grow their businesses:

Making Government & Advocacy More Accessible to Our Citizens

Everyone in our community is affected by the decisions make by our government leaders at the local, state, and federal level. While we remain a nonpartisan organization, we support the officials currently in office, and host events to bridge the gap between politicians and their constituents in a relaxed and transparent setting.

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Legislative Update

The Legislative Update is a no-cost opportunity for the business community to meet with Limestone County Legislative Delegation to receive a wrap-up summary of policy issues addressed during the Legislative session.

State of the City

The State of the City Address is an opportunity for the current Athens Mayor, Ronnie Marks to update the community on the city’s accomplishments and past year in review, as well as detail upcoming projects and solutions to existing city-wide issues.

State of Education

The State of Education Address connects the community with educators from various local schools including Athens City Schools, Limestone County Schools, Athens Bible School, Lindsay Lane Christian Academy, Calhoun Community College, and Athens State University.

State of the County

The State of the County Address allows our current Limestone County Commission Chairman, Collin Daly, to report on the County’s achievements over the last year and goals for the future.

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State of the State Address

The State of the State Address is a forum where our current Governor Kay Ivey can highlight the state’s progress and challenges from the past year and an outlook for the year ahead.

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Montgomery Drive-In

The Chamber’s Montgomery Drive-In trip features face-to-face meetings with Alabama legislators to discuss issues impacting local businesses and Limestone County, and the efforts they are taking to make our community stronger.

Washington Update

The Washington Update with Congressman Dale Strong offers the latest developments from Capitol Hill, including key legislation, policy changes, and the pressing issues that are shaping the future of our county, state, and nation.