A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce WASHINGTON, D.C.— Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce that Wil Evans, IOM, President & CEO, of the Maury County Chamber & Economic Alliance, has graduated from the program and has received the recognition of IOM. Awarded to …
Here’s What You Missed at July’s Local Business Collective Meeting
The Maury County Chamber & Economic Alliance hosted another energizing Local Business Collective meeting on July 2, bringing together local business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community champions to share updates, collaborate, and plan for the months ahead. If you couldn’t make it, here’s what you missed and why you won’t want to miss next month! What We Covered: Upcoming Events You …
2025 Economic Development KPI Report Now Available
Tracking Progress. Measuring Impact. Shaping the Future. Maury Alliance is proud to announce the release of the 2025 Economic Development Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Report, providing a comprehensive snapshot of Maury County’s economic health and momentum. Now in its third year, this annual report was created to move beyond traditional economic development metrics like job creation and capital investment announcements. …
Maury County Celebrated Work Ethic Distinction Students at Annual Career Fair and Awards Event
Columbia, TN – April 28, 2025 – Maury County Public Schools, Maury Alliance, and the Youth Education Foundation (YEF) came together on Monday, April 28, to host the annual Work Ethic Distinction Celebration & Career Fair at First Baptist Church in Columbia. The event recognized students who earned the Work Ethic Distinction and connected them with local employers through a …
ALIGN Maury Partner Highlight: Columbia State Community College
Columbia State, MTSU Awarded National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education Grant Columbia State Community College’s Engineering Systems Technology program has been awarded a three-year National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education grant. The grant project, “Certifying Future Robotics Technicians in Middle Tennessee,” will establish a one-year robotics certificate at Columbia State. Middle Tennessee State University is also partnering with Columbia State …
Small Business Week Is Coming!
Here’s How You Can Show Support Small Business Week is just around the corner! This annual celebration, happening May 4-10, is all about recognizing the hardworking entrepreneurs, local shops, and community staples that power our economy and give our towns their unique charm. At the Maury County Chamber & Economic Alliance, we’re proud to support the small business owners who …
Join the Search for Maury the Mule Across Maury County!
Maury the Mule is LOST in Maury County, and we need your help to find him! Find Maury the Mule hidden in businesses across Maury County for a chance to win $1,000 in the Golden Mule Jackpot, sponsored by Roto-Rooter, and other great prizes! Maury Alliance’s annual “Where’s Maury the Mule?” shop local passport adventure kicks off on Wednesday, March …
2025 Spring Hill Candidate Guide
As the leading voice for business and industry in Maury County, we are committed to keeping our community informed. Before each election, we create a nonpartisan candidate guide to provide voters with the information they need to make informed decisions on Election Day. All candidates were invited to participate, and their responses are published exactly as submitted, without edits or …
2025 Annual Meeting Recap
On Thursday, January 30th, the 2025 Maury Alliance Annual Meeting brought over 300 business and community leaders together at the Memorial Building in Columbia, TN. This event, presented by First Farmers & Merchants Bank, offered an opportunity to celebrate achievements, network, and transition our volunteer leadership. We are grateful for the support of our Silver Sponsors: Ascend Federal Credit Union, …
Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Petainer Manufacturing USA, Inc. to Expand Manufacturing Operations to Maury County
Global sustainable packaging company to invest $10 million in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Petainer Manufacturing USA, Inc. officials announced today the company will expand to a new location at 315 Joe Frank Porter Drive in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee. Petainer will invest $10 million …