October 2024

Shoals Manufacturers' Association Annual Dinner!

We had an incredible evening at the Shoals Manufacturers' Association Annual Dinner earlier this month! Hosted at the charming Up Late at The Vivian Theatre and catered by the fantastic Fourth Planet BBQ, it was a night of delicious food, networking, and celebrating the strength and innovation of our local manufacturing community. Here's to continued growth and collaboration in the Shoals!

For more information about SMA, including the cost to join, visit our website. To join or for any questions, contact Rob Jones at (256)349-5632 or rjones@shoalseda.com.

UNA Computing & Mathematics Building Ribbon Cutting!

This month, we proudly celebrated the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the University of North Alabama's state-of-the-art Computing and Mathematics Building!

This facility embodies UNA's commitment to academic excellence and reinforces its role as Alabama's Workforce Development University. Housing all Computing programs in the CSIS Department and the Department of Mathematics, this project is a result of funding from the State of Alabama, the Shoals Industrial Development Committee, and the City of Florence. With this expansion, UNA is set to double the size of its computing programs and the number of graduates, working closely with industry partners to meet the growing regional demand for technology professionals.

We're honored to support this transformative project and thrilled to see students already thriving in this innovative learning environment.

Automotive Scholarship Opportunity!!

One week remains to apply for the scholarship opportunity through the Alabama Community College System and the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association!

Individual scholarships, valued at $4,000 each, will be awarded to students who are enrolled in a program associated with automotive manufacturing careers at an Alabama community college.

Eligible programs include the following: Mechatronics; Advanced Manufacturing Technology; Automated Manufacturing Technology; Industrial Electronics Technology; Industrial Maintenance Technology; Manufacturing Technology; Machining/Machine Tool/CNC; Automotive Service Technology; and Engineering Technology.

The application is due Monday, Nov. 4 | Apply here!

Ryan Hall, our IT/Research Manager, won an award from GIS WebTech for Leadership in Advancing GIS Technology in Economic Development.

GIS WebTech is a provider & creator of technology for economic development and site selection. Ryan was recognized for his work using GIS WebTech services to showcase available buildings and sites. You can see his work via the Properties tab on our website, or by clicking this link: https://shoalseda.giswebtechguru.com/.

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Click on each company's name to see their job opportunities!

American Wholesale Book Company
Contellium (Muscle Shoals, AL location)
DAL-Tile
Essity (Cherokee, AL location)
Farris Wholesale
Filter Pro USA (Florence, AL location)
FLEXCO (Tuscumbia, AL location)
Jay Industrial Repair (Muscle Shoals Service Division)
Mohawk Industries
nSide
Tarkett (Florence, AL location)
TASUS (Florence, AL location)
Southwire (Florence, AL location)
United Treating & Distribution
Valmet

EMPLOYERS: The Shoals Chamber still has booths available for their upcoming Job Fair on November 13th. This event is open to the public from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM at the Florence Coliseum. It's a great opportunity to meet potential candidates and fill those open positions! (Click the picture above to sign up for a booth!)

JOB SEEKERS: Mark this date to attend a great opportunity to connect with employers!

For more information, please contact the Shoals Chamber.

SHOALS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY | www.shoalseda.com

(256)349-5632

info@shoalseda.com