Business
Faith & Food Flourish at Ashley Mac’s
Cover Story An old Latvian proverb proclaims that “A smiling face is half the meal.” Ashley McMakin, the owner of the Birmingham area’s five Ashley Mac’s restaurants, has been putting smiles on the faces of her customers for more than a decade with her delicious comfort meals. The restaurant’s signature dishes-mouthwatering creations like poppyseed chicken …
Shelby Chamber Receives Statewide Recognition
Business Today The Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (CCAA) recently announced that nine chambers of commerce, including The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce, have received the Accredited Alabama Chamber of Commerce distinction (AACC). The Shelby Chamber is the only Chamber in the Birmingham area to receive the honor. “Receiving this accreditation is a strong …
Business as Ministry- Big Daddy Bomb BBQ Sauce
Faith at Work Birmingham’s Dwayne Thompson was looking for a second job to supplement his income. He never expected to start his own business. After receiving several comments encouraging him to bottle and sell his BBQ sauce, Thompson started praying for God to reveal His plan. Doors opened and Thompson reflects that the process to …
“Shop Local! Shop Shelby!”
Photo Fun The community is rallying to support local businesses. Check out the #Shop Shelby County T-Shirt movement! The Shelby County Chamber in partnership with Turner Promotions, Brownstone Marketing Solutions, 58 INC have come together to support businesses throughout Shelby County. Visit www.roguegarments.com and click on the #ShopShelbyCounty tab to purchase a “#ShopShelbyCounty” t-shirt($25 each). …
The Federal Reserve’s Unprecedented Moves- What they are. How they help.
Money Matters Brought to you by: Community Partner Vision Financial Group, Inc. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, almost every state in America is under some sort of stay-at-home order. This unprecedented time has also led many businesses, large and small, to downsize or close up shop entirely. In response to the drastic impact that …
Your Virtual Guard Dog: Two-Factor Authentication
Business Today Brought to you by: Community Partner Sawyer Solutions, sawyersolutionsllc.com “Beware of Dog.” That’s a slogan you might see posted on the front porch of homes designed to scare off looters and intruders. Two-factor authentication is not much different than that ominous sign, placed there to ward off criminals. Known as 2FA, two-factor authentication …
Top 5 Reasons To Invest In PVC Roofing
Our House Brought to you by: Community Partner Hinkle Roofing, www.HinkleRoofing.com If you want to keep your commercial property dry and damage-free all year round, make sure to keep the roof in tip-top shape. What if the system has suffered enough damage to prompt a replacement? Then, you should choose a durable and efficient material …
Become A Readers’ Choice Favorite!
Readers choose favorite in each category & each winner/business recognized as Readers’ Choice in print and online, www.BirminghamChristian.com! How Your Business Can Participate: Invest $899 or more in display advertising in Birmingham Christian Family magazine between now and the end of 2020 and your Guide Spotlight in the September digital and print Issue is free! Invest …
A Quiet Strength: Behind the Scenes of Chick-fil-A
Cover Story Truett Cathy founded one of the largest fast food restaurant chains in America, Chick-fil-A, in 1946. Do you recognize the name Jeannette M. Cathy? Wife to Truett Cathy, Jeannette played a very important role in Chick-fil-A’s success, albeit mostly behind the scenes. Trudy Cathy White watched her mother provide their family with a …
Meet the New Owners of Classic Iron Works: Ready to Help You Spruce Up Your Home
Faith at Work For 30 years Classic Iron Works has provided homeowners in Central Alabama with iron doors, railings, gates, accessories and more. Longtime owners John Gallagher and Bob Cooley served the community with great customer service and products from their showroom at 3724 1st Avenue North in Birmingham and in September of 2019, officially …
