Chamber Committees
Committees are a great way to take full advantage of your Chamber membership. These focused groups are where most of the behind-the-scenes work of the Chamber happens. Committee members get to act as decision makers of the programmatic functions of the Chamber that affect real change in the community.
Chamber Meetings are held in February, April, June, September, and November unless otherwise specified. All meetings take place at the Chamber Office and via Zoom. These meetings are open to Chamber members only.
Your Chamber membership investment includes all of the team members associated with your business/organization. Engaging in these committees as your schedule allows is an excellent way to take advantage of your membership. As an added benefit to you, the Chamber provides opportunities for you to invest in your and your employees' professional development and overall workplace engagement. This is an excellent way to fully leverage your membership investment for the benefit of all!
Agricultural Promotions
Second Tuesday, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Chairs: Thomas Harrell (D&H Manufacturing) and David Echols (Echols Livestock)
Key Projects: Blessing of the Farms, Changing Hands Workshop, MADICO MADE Boxes, MADICO MADE Trail, Madison County Agriculture Center, Farm & Agribusiness Tours, State of Agriculture, Pioneer Harvest Festival
government affairs
Third Monday, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Chairs: Rodney Chandler (Smith, Adcock, and Company LLP)
Key Projects: “Pro-Business Partner in Excellence” Award, State of the County, Madison County Economic Development Council, Political Forums
leadership development
Second Wednesday, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Chairs: Jill Parham (The Commercial Bank); Jean Mullis (Jackson EMC); Michael Williams (Madison County School District)
Key Projects: MADICO MADE Leadership Development Programs (Adult & Youth), MADICO MADE Youth Advisory Board, MADICO MADE Leader Spotlights, Madison County Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch
workforce development & education
Second Thursday, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Chairs: Kim Shupe (Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty); Martin Kimsey (Georgia Power)
Key Projects: Bi-Annual MADICO MADE Workforce Job Shadowing Day, Monthly MADICO MADE Workforce Spotlights, MADICO MADE Career Signing, MADICO MADE Student Entrepreneur Program, Teacher Externships, MADICO MADE 2020 Vision Scholarship, Hire MADICO MADE Program, Technical & Soft Skill Training for Member Employees