News Updates
JR Atkins speaks at January Lunch and Learn
J.R. Atkins, Social Media Speaker, spoke today at our new monthly networking event known as Lunch and Learn. As a speaker, J.R. is noted for “taking the mystery out of Social Media” and speaking in terms that even a CEO can understand. He is best known for working with company leaders, sales professionals, and marketing managers on how social media networks can make a positive impact on their organization. As a Sales 2.0 consultant, J.R. works with business leaders to understand the shift in selling that is occurring as more consumers and business turn to the internet for information before engaging in the sales process. Click the link below to see his presentation and Click here to see pictures from the event.
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President’s Report
With Thanksgiving just concluded and the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays ahead, I want to thank each of you for your support of the Chamber during the past year. On behalf of the staff, we very much appreciate both your involvement with, and investment in the Chamber; particularly at a time when everyone is looking at their expenses carefully.
Your faith in us means a lot to us. We want you to know that we will work hard this year to fulfill your trust, to help you and our community.
We trust you will stay in touch, and take advantage of the resources the Chamber and our staff provide. These challenging economic times are also times when we can be unusually valuable to one another, and I trust that by working together, we will become stronger than ever. As members of our board of directors, and valued investors, we wish you our best during this holiday season.
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Legislative Luncheon-Rep. Joe C. Pickett
House Transportation Committee Chairman Joe Pickett was invited to speak at our Legislative Luncheon, Thursday, November 12. This popular luncheon series attracted approximately 120 business, community and civic leaders. Special thanks to our luncheon series sponsor Southwest Securities.
Arlington Chamber Board of Directors supports school district bond election
The Board of Directors of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce has enthusiastically endorsed the first bond proposal in 10 years from the Arlington Independent School District.
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Legislative Luncheon-Representative Chris Turner
Representative Chris Turner spoke at the Legislative Luncheon hosted at the Hilton Arlington, Thursday, June 25. The Legislative Luncheon Series was launched in 2004. This popular event attracts more than 100 business leaders and elected officials, providing a forum for state and federal elected and appointed officials to address the Chamber, affording business leaders access and the opportunity to discuss issues of importance to the business community.
5th Annual Golf Tournament
The Arlington Chamber of Commerce kicked off its 5th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament, Friday, June 5 at Waterchase Golf Club. 36 teams enjoyed a good game of golf and walked away with some great prizes. Special thanks to all our sponsors: Co-Sponsor Fly Roswell, Silver Sponsors JPS Diagnostic and Surgery Hospital of Arlington - Partners Together for Health and Southwest Securities, FSB; Ben E. Keith Beers; Coca-Cola Company; Medical Center of Arlington; McAlister’s Deli; RMC Photography, and Walmart Stores, Inc.
Small Business: The Spirit of America
The Arlington Chamber of Commerce, The North Texas Small Business Development Center Network, and the Governor’s office hosted the Small Business: The Spirit of America 2009 Salute to Small Business Awards Luncheon Thursday, May, 7 at The Sheraton Arlington Hotel. Since 1963, the President of the United States has designated a week during the spring as National Small Business Week. This year’s national celebration will occur May 17-22, 2009. Both public and private small business supporters honored businesses, large and small, at the event.
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Center of Innovation Dedication
The Arlington Chamber of Commerce and the University of Texas at Arlington are pleased to announce the formal dedication of the Center for Innovation at Arlington.
The Center for Innovation is jointly managed by the Arlington Chamber of Commerce and UT Arlington, creating a collaborative framework to commercialize innovative research discoveries, provide access to venture capital, and attract the talent and know how- including research scientists and serial entrepreneurs – to North Texas.
