The Shelby County Chamber

What The Shelby County Chamber does

The Shelby County Chamber is a non-profit chamber of commerce founded in 1980 and headquartered at 1301 County Services Drive in Pelham, Alabama. It serves businesses across Shelby County, Alabama, primarily local small and medium businesses with secondary outreach to regional employers and job seekers, offering membership-based access to networking, advocacy, business development resources, and community programs.

The Chamber's core offering is a tiered membership investment program with seven pricing levels — Charity/Non-profit ($150), Sustaining ($200), Leadership ($300), Capstone ($500), Executive ($650), Platinum ($800), and Pinnacle ($1,000) — plus a $50 one-time administrative fee. Members gain access to a searchable business directory organized across 200+ industry categories, a member-to-member Hot Deals marketplace, a free job board, and a calendar of recurring networking events including CoffeeNET (morning networking), Business After Hours (quarterly evening events), the Women's Business Council (monthly luncheons), and Community Luncheons. The Chamber also runs an annual Washington Fly-In advocacy event co-hosted with 58 INC | Shelby County Economic Development Corporation, and stewards the 2030 Shelby Works strategic economic development initiative. The underlying technology platform is GrowthZone (ChamberMaster) for membership management, event registration, and directory hosting, supplemented by Eventbrite for select event ticketing.

Revenue is generated entirely through membership subscriptions and event registration fees ($10-$120 per ticket depending on event and member status). The organization operates with 1-10 employees and discloses no financial figures. Go-to-market is sales-led and event-driven, acquiring new members through direct outreach and member applications supported by event programming and a network of strategic partners including Sawyer Solutions, Sain Associates, Specification Rubber Products, and a broad bench of municipal, healthcare, financial, and educational institutions across Shelby County.

Name

The Shelby County Chamber

Legal name

The Shelby County Chamber

Website

https://shelbychamber.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Shelby County Chamber is a non-profit chamber of commerce in Pelham, Alabama, providing tiered membership, networking events, advocacy, and business support services to local small and medium businesses across Shelby County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Chamber of Commerce Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

Keywords

• Chamber of commerce
• Business networking
• Membership services
• Economic development
• Business advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Pelham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Investments: Annual membership investments paid by businesses to become Chamber investors, with tiered pricing based on company size and investment level. Companies join as Sustaining ($200), Leadership ($300), Capstone ($500), Executive ($650), Platinum ($800), or Pinnacle ($1,000) members. Non-profit organizations have a dedicated $150 investment level.
2. Event Fees: Revenue generated from event registrations including Business After Hours ($10 for members, $20 for future investors), Women's Business Council ($15 for lunch), Community Luncheons ($25 for investors, $35 for future investors), and Washington Fly-In ($90 for investors, $120 for future investors).
3. Directory and Hot Deals: Members gain access to business directory listings and Hot Deals platform for member-to-member promotions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Shelby County Chamber provides tiered membership investment programs ($150-$1,000 annually) that grant local businesses access to networking events (CoffeeNET, Business After Hours, Women's Business Council), a searchable member business directory, an online job board, and a Hot Deals member-to-member discount marketplace. The Chamber also runs the 2030 Shelby Works economic development initiative and partners with 58 INC on annual advocacy events such as the Washington Fly-In.

Product overview

The Shelby County Chamber operates as a Chamber of Commerce offering a unified suite of membership-based business services. The core offering includes tiered membership investment programs at six levels (Sustaining through Pinnacle, plus Charity/Non-profit), providing access to networking events (CoffeeNET, Business After Hours, Women's Business Council), a searchable business directory, job board, and Hot Deals marketplace. Additional programs include the 2030 Shelby Works economic development initiative, annual Industry Appreciation Luncheon, Washington Fly In advocacy events, and tourism promotion services. The Chamber functions as a membership organization rather than a software product company, with no AI capabilities, public API, or certifications documented.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 2030 Shelby Works: A strategic economic development initiative for Shelby County focused on workforce development and business growth.
• CoffeeNET
• Women's Business Council (WBC)
• Business After Hours

Products and services

• Membership Investment Programs Tiered annual membership investment programs offered to businesses in Shelby County, with seven levels based on company size and investment preference: Charity/Non-profit ($150), Sustaining ($200 for companies with 5 or fewer employees), Leadership ($300), Capstone ($500), Executive ($650), Platinum ($800), and Pinnacle ($1,000). Members receive access to networking events, the business directory, Hot Deals marketplace, job board, advocacy representation, and community programs. A one-time $50 administrative fee applies to all new members.
• CoffeeNET Recurring morning networking event series hosted by member businesses featuring coffee and light refreshments, designed for business professionals to make connections before office hours. Held at various member locations across Shelby County.
• Business After Hours Quarterly premier evening networking events held at local venues featuring hors d'oeuvres and beverages for investor members. Co-sponsored by Sawyer Solutions LLC. Pricing is $10 for members and $20 for future investors.
• Women's Business Council (WBC) Monthly women's business networking luncheon series promoting the participation and leadership of women at all levels in the workplace, community, and government. Luncheon cost is $15.
• Job Board Online job posting and search platform allowing member employers to post open positions and job seekers to search employment opportunities in the Shelby County area. Free job posting for members.
• Hot Deals Member-exclusive promotional deals platform enabling Chamber investors to offer discounts on services and products to other members, driving member-to-member engagement and cross-business referrals.
• Business Directory Searchable online directory of Chamber member businesses organized by industry category, spanning 200+ industries. Provides member visibility and drives referrals through searchable business profiles.
• Washington Fly In Annual advocacy event co-hosted with 58 INC | Shelby County Economic Development Corporation, designed to build relationships with the congressional delegation. Co-sponsored by Sain Associates and Specification Rubber Products. Pricing is $90 for investors and $120 for future investors.
• Industry Appreciation Luncheon Annual community luncheon celebrating key sectors of local industry, investment, and corporate leadership in Shelby County. Pricing is $25 for investors and $35 for future investors. Showcase Feature Tables available at $65.
• 2030 Shelby Works Initiative Strategic economic development initiative focused on workforce advancement and business growth in Shelby County through 2030. Features a case statement brochure and multi-tier investor program with categories including Strategic Partner, Cornerstone Alliance, Investor Leader, Growth Partner, and Community Colleague.
• Tourism Services Resources and information promoting tourism, recreation, and hospitality businesses in Shelby County, including local attractions and lodging partnerships.

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• 58 INC | Shelby County Economic Development CorporationflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-hosts The Shelby County 2026 Washington Fly-In and August 2026 TSCC Community Luncheon with the Chamber. The partnership aims to build relationships with congressional delegation and celebrate key sectors of local industry investment.
• Sawyer Solutions LLCcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerStrategic Partner and 2026 event co-sponsor for Business After Hours networking events and Chelsea Business Alliance quarterly meetings.
• Sain AssociatescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-Sponsor of The Shelby County 2026 Washington Fly-In along with Specification Rubber Products.
• Specification Rubber Products Inc.coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-Sponsor of The Shelby County 2026 Washington Fly-In along with Sain Associates.
• A.C. Legg IncorporatedminorOthersStrategic Partner investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative
• AmFirstminorOthersStrategic Partner investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative
• Baptist Health Shelby HospitalminorOthersStrategic Partner investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative
• Vulcan Materials CompanyminorOthersStrategic Partner investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative
• University of MontevallominorOthersStrategic Partner investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative - educational institution supporting workforce development
• Jefferson State Community CollegeminorOthersStrategic Partner investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative - educational institution supporting workforce development
• City of ChelseaminorOthersStrategic Partner investor - municipal government partner
• City of AlabasterminorOthersCornerstone Alliance investor - municipal government partner
• Spire Alabama Inc.minorOthersCornerstone Alliance investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative - utility company
• Warren Averett LLCminorOthersCornerstone Alliance investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative - professional services firm
• Brasfield & Gorrie LLCminorOthersGrowth Partner investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative - construction firm
• UABminorOthersCommunity Colleague investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative - healthcare system
• Children's of AlabamaminorOthersCommunity Colleague investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative - pediatric healthcare provider
• AT&T AlabamaminorOthersCommunity Colleague investor in 2030 Shelby Works initiative - telecommunications provider
• Birmingham Legion FCminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSports partnership hosting VIP experience events at Protective Stadium for Chamber investors

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce: Long-standing Alabama regional chamber running tiered memberships, economic development, and convention/tourism services. Comparable operating model at larger scale on the Gulf Coast.
• Tuscaloosa Chamber of Commerce: Statewide Alabama regional chamber operating tiered memberships, economic development, and events similar to Shelby County Chamber, but in West Alabama. Same operating model, different geography.
• Greater Montgomery Chamber: Capital-city Alabama chamber with tiered memberships, advocacy, and workforce development programming. Comparable in scope and model, serving a different Alabama region.

Others

• 58 INC | Shelby County Economic Development Corporation: Closely affiliated economic development partner of the Shelby County Chamber — they co-host events and initiatives like 2030 Shelby Works. Distinct organization (economic development vs. chamber) but operationally intertwined.

Direct peers

• Birmingham Business Alliance: Regional chamber of commerce serving the Birmingham metro area immediately adjacent to Shelby County. Operates the same membership-and-events model and overlaps in geographic catchment, making it the most directly comparable peer.
• Huntsville/Madison County Chamber: Major Alabama regional chamber serving Madison County with tiered memberships, advocacy, and economic development programming. Comparable in operating model and target SMB base, though serving a different (larger) Alabama metro.
• Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce: Small affluent suburb chamber of commerce within the Birmingham metro. Highly comparable in structure (tiered memberships, networking events, directory) and target small-business base.
• Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce: Birmingham-adjacent suburban chamber of commerce operating the same tiered membership, networking events, and directory model directly competing for Shelby County spillover members.

Broad incumbents

• Business Council of Alabama: Statewide business association providing advocacy, policy, and member services across Alabama. Operates at the broader state level rather than serving Shelby County directly.
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce: National federation supporting local chambers like Shelby County. Provides accreditation, policy advocacy, and programming that smaller chambers leverage; not a direct competitor but the broad incumbent in the same industry.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/shelbychamber
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/greater-shelby-county-chamber-of-commerce

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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