Huntsville/Madison County Chamber
February 24, 2025
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Childcare Tax Credit: Available March 1
Starting this Saturday, March 1, employers in Alabama can reserve Childcare Tax Credits. If you're interested in this, please mark it on your calendar to visit revenue.alabama.gov. Be sure to check out these resources, because they include step-by-step instructions on how to reserve your credits. Plan to act on March 1 to reserve your credit -- these are first-come, first-served!
We will host an informative virtual session on March 18 to explore what the Childcare Tax Credit is, who qualifies, and how it can provide financial relief for both families and businesses. Preeti Gratz, Economic Development Manager at the Alabama Department of Revenue, will guide us through how employers can leverage tax incentives to support working families. We will share the information on the March 18 session very soon.
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Best Places to Work® Survey Deadline Coming Soon
We're in the midst of Best Places to Work®. If you've entered, you need to complete your surveys by March 7. Check your email for the survey link and send it to your employees. Ashley Engles-Ross shares more. Our Best Places to Work Awards luncheon will be on Tuesday, May 13, and registration will open soon.
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We have a lot of fresh content on the Chamber's YouTube channel, including several What's So Smart videos by Kayla Brown. Here, she visits the Secret Art Trail in downtown Huntsville. You'll see some beautiful spots you might not know about. Kayla also recently visited spots on our local Cocktail Trail.
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WBC: Portrait of Success
On Thursday, March 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., we invite you to join us for an inspiring afternoon at our annual Portrait of Success luncheon, where we honor the achievements and resilience of women entrepreneurs who shape our community. This year's highlight is a keynote address from the recipient of the prestigious Woman-Owned Business of the Year award, Julie Martz, the Chief Executive Officer/Founder of 4M Research, Inc. Register here.
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Average Monthly Billing: Great Option
We've had some really cold temperatures lately, and you might be nervous to get your monthly utility bill. We wanted to take a moment to share information about something that might be helpful for you going forward. Huntsville Utilities offers an Average Monthly Billing Program that is designed to allow for more even distribution of utility payment amounts. It is based on a 12-month rolling average, and is just for residential customers. It can help eliminate high bills after a really cold or really hot month. Click 'Customer Optional Programs' on this page to learn more. Then, fill out this form to see if you qualify.
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Spectrum Reach to Pay It Forward
Spectrum Reach is now accepting applications for its annual Pay It Forward program. This is an opportunity for local small businesses to receive a free advertising campaign worth up to $15,000, including live and streaming TV, a custom-produced 30-second commercial, marketing consultation services, and mentoring and educational resources.
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INTUITIVE® Planetarium Named one of USA Today's 10Best!
Congratulations to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center and the INTUITIVE® Planetarium for being named one of USA Today's 10Best Planetariums in the country! Thanks to everyone who voted. The planetarium has multiple shows each day, including state-of-the-art films about asteroids and the James Webb Telescope. Plan your visit.
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Turner School of Construction Management
Turner is now accepting applications for its next Turner School of Construction Management, to be held March 6-April 24 on Thursdays. The program is FREE and designed to prepare small and under-represented business enterprises for future opportunities in the construction industry. Apply here.
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New Troll Exhibit Opening Soon
The Huntsville Botanical Garden has something BIG in the works by artist Thomas Dambo, pictured here. He is known around the world for his larger-than-life troll sculptures. His newest creation, Mama Zelda, will open to the public on April 1. WHNT shares more about Dambo's work and passion of using recycled materials.
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Outpost Technologies Event
Congratulations to Outpost Technologies for the official ribbon cutting on their new location last Thursday! The company is located at 103 Quality Circle NW, #20, in Huntsville and specializes in innovative solutions for government and commercial customers.
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StoryCorps Appointments
StoryCorps is visiting Huntsville and is now booking appointments for the second half of their stay, February 26-March 14. WLRH has brought the team here, and their recording mobile is stationed at Lowe Mill. Learn more here, and book an appointment to record a story!
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2025 Chamber Member Art
Here's our 2025 Chamber Member art for use on your website. Showcase your membership and connect with other members in the community. We've posted different sizes that you can save and upload.
If you use it, please link back to our homepage, hsvchamber.org.
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Upcoming Chamber events
Feb. 25–26: 2025 Montgomery Trip (FULL)
March 6, 11:30 a.m. Ambassador & Emissary Luncheon
March 18, 7:30 a.m. Breakfast & Biz @ UAH
March 20, 11:30 a.m. WBC Portrait of Success: A Luncheon Honoring Women in Business
March 25, 9 a.m. Expanding Lending Opportunities for Small Business Growth
April 8, 10 a.m. Member Orientation 101
April 15, 9 a.m. NEW! Understanding Tariffs and Their Impact on Small Businesses
April 27-29: 2025 Washington DC Trip
May 5, 11:30 a.m. SAVE THE DATE: Alabama Update with Gov. Kay Ivey
May 13, 11:30 a.m. SAVE THE DATE: Best Places to Work® Awards
SBDC & APEX Events
Feb. 27, 10 a.m. Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting
Feb. 27, 11 a.m. Automating Compliance Using NIST 800-171 and CMMC
March 5, 10 a.m. Unlock Your Cottage Food Business Potential
March 5, 1 p.m. DCAA: Billing Series
March 6, 11 a.m. Starting a Business in Alabama
March 18, 10 a.m. How to Become CMMC Compliant without Breaking the Bank
March 19, 9:30 a.m. Marketing in Uncertain Times
March 19, 11 a.m. Import Tariffs and Supply Chain Resiliency
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