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No one understands the local market better than the professionals that do business in Amarillo every day. Whether you’re new to town, or you simply find yourself in need of a new product or service, who should you call?

Flip through our Faces of Amarillo profiles, and meet the individuals behind the companies that make Amarillo a great place to live. From pet and medical care to financial and mortgage advice, these are the folks you can turn to when you need help.

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BANKING

Amarillo National Bank Years in business: 126 Company size: 670 employees What is ANB’s background? Amarillo National Bank has been meeting the financial needs of Amarillo residents since 1892. Other banks have closed, moved away or sold. We’re here to stay.

What services or products does Amarillo National Bank offer? Commercial and personal banking, loans, wealth management, locally serviced credit/debit cards and more.

To what do you attribute Amarillo National Bank’s success?

Our employees! We have the best people representing and working for us. Our family-owned bank doesn’t answer to outside shareholders. This frees us to make decisions that put our customers and community first.

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378.8000 | anb.com local nonprofits and organizations. Every week, you’ll find ANB employees volunteering across the city. Amarillo will always come before Bank.

What is unique about Amarillo National Bank? As the largest family-owned bank in the United States, we can focus on the long term rather than the next quarter.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

Our employees. They make the difference every day. They provide unparalleled customer service and we are really proud of that. Our customers know our commitment to Amarillo.

What are Amarillo National Bank’s plans for the future? As Amarillo grows, we are investing in our employees, customers and city.

Why Amarillo? There is no other place we would rather be – we love this city!

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MORTGAGE LOANS

Amarillo National Bank

378.8000 | anb.com

Years in business: 39 Company size: 56 employees What is Amarillo National Bank’s background? ANB is still local, family-owned, and the largest mortgage provider in the Panhandle. We are proud of having been voted Amarillo’s Best Mortgage Company annually since 2005.

What services or products does Amarillo National Bank offer?

We offer a variety of home loan options to help borrowers find success as homeowners, including first-time homeowners, and fast closing options.

To what do you attribute Amarillo National Bank’s success?

Online lenders simply can’t compete with our customer service, fast closings, and local ownership.

How does Amarillo National Bank give back to the community? ANB gives more than $2 million a year to loacal

nonprofits and organizations. Our employees volunteer across the city.

What is unique about Amarillo National Bank? We service our conventional mortgage loans here. With questions, mortgage customers can always contact someone local. That is important to us.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

They know and trust us because many bank with us already.

Our team provides quick loan approvals without the headaches customers may have experienced elsewhere.

What are Amarillo National Bank’s plans for the future?

Currently, we’re testing a new online mortgage application to streamline the process for our borrowers. We are growing as Amarillo grows!

Why Amarillo? Amarillo is our home and we’re here to stay.

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NEW HOMES

Betenbough Homes

8780 Heritage Hills Parkway | 806.513.3541 betenbough.com

Years in business: 27 years in total, four in Amarillo Company size: Locally, 11 employees What is Betenbough Homes’ background? Twenty-seven years ago, Ron and Rick Betenbough realized there was a need to build homes for the first-time home buyer market, so they began serving that need. Betenbough Homes has been building affordable, quality homes for people all over West Texas ever since.

What services or products does Betenbough Homes offer? We are a company that builds affordable new homes for first-time and move-up home buyers. Our homes include luxury brands such as Moen and Samsung products.

To what do you attribute Betenbough’s success? We owe all our success to the home buyers who trust us to build their dream home. We try to honor God and His kingdom in all we do, and we always strive to provide more home for less money.

How does Betenbough Homes give back to the community?

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$16,730 to local organizations this year.

What is unique about Betenbough Homes? Our culture of serving people first makes us unique. We believe when you put your people first, they will go above and beyond to serve others, allowing our homebuyers to benefit.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

We offer a top-notch combination of luxury, affordability and customer service. We are constantly working to grow and improve to build the best home. We are passionate about a people-first culture and strive to serve anyone we come in contact with to the best of our ability.

What are Betenbough Homes’ plans for the future? We will continue to offer first-time home buyers the opportunity to invest in more home for less money in Amarillo.

Why Amarillo? There was a need for a home builder whose focus was on first-time home buyers. Betenbough Homes went where we felt called to serve.

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VETERINARY CARE Hope Veterinary Clinic, PA Years in business: 39 Company size: Two veterinarians and 15 support staff What is your background? I was raised in Groom and played high school sports. Hope previously had a mixed practice, but now we specialize in small animal care.

What services or products does Hope Vet offer? Small animal medical care and surgery.

To what do you attribute Hope Vet’s success? Hard work, long hours, and an amazing staff.

How does Hope Vet give back to the community? We donate money to local charities and fundraisers, and provide veterinary support for Gracie’s Project and the Amarillo-Panhandle Humane Society. We enjoying supporting the arts.

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10850 I-40 West | 353.5566 | hopevetclinic.org

What is unique about Hope Vet? Extravagant charges at every vet visit wear people down. We try to keep a lid on annual costs and maintenance meds. If you have to admit your pet into our hospital, one big vet bill isn’t so bad.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

We work outside normal business hours, we take walk-ins, we try to help everyone in some way, and we never turn a sick animal away.

What are your plans for the future? With the long-awaited arrival of Dr. McKnight, the extreme workload has been alleviated. We will now find a third associate and expand the building. After that, more grandkids, golf and Texas Hold ‘Em. Why Amarillo? We never wanted to leave God’s country!

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PEDIATRIC DENTAL CARE

Amarillo Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

2300 Wolflin Ave., 381.3113 | 3501 Soncy Road, Suite 129, 381.3171 | amarillopediatricdentistry.com Years in business: 20-plus Company size: We have close to 60 employees.

What is APDO’s background? We initially started as a pediatric dental group about 20 years ago, with the philosophy to help children get through their dental needs as easily as possible.

We have recently added orthodontics to our service in order to continue helping as many people as possible.

What services or products does APDO offer? Pediatric and adolescent dental services and orthodontics, as well as taking care of older special needs and medically compromised patients in the community.

To what do you attribute APDO’s success? We focus on communication with everyone involved in a child’s care. We have a fantastic patient/parent-centered philosophy that keeps everyone involved throughout our care.

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Foundation. We love Amarillo and want to help the city and Amarillo children as much as we can.

What is unique about APDO? So many health care providers only focus on the health care aspect, which is important.

At APDO we realize that everyone is different and we like to maintain care that is fully centered on your children and concerns.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

At APDO we have always strived to help children in very childcentered care. This means not only do we solve any dental health issues (both disease and orthodontic issues), but we also want to make it as simple as possible for children and parents.

Communication is important to keep dental care as stress free as possible.

What are APDO’s plans for the future? To continue to serve and help the Amarillo community Why Amarillo? Everyone at APDO is here because we enjoy living in a small, family-centered community.

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Amarillo Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics 2300 Wolflin Ave., 381.3113 | 3501 Soncy Road, Suite 129, 381.3171 | amarillopediatricdentistry.com Years in business: 20 Company size: We have close to 60 employees.

What is your background? Texas has been my home for the past 20 years. I attended Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry for both a doctorate of dental surgery (DDS) and a post-doctoral program specializing in orthodontics, leading to a master of science (MS) and a certificate in orthodontics.

What services or products does APDO offer? Comprehensive orthodontics, including braces, Invisalign, and clear aligners for children, teens and adults To what do you attribute APDO’s success? At APDO we focus on the patient experience and giving high-quality care. Our focus in the orthodontics department is providing a fun and uplifting atmosphere for our patients while providing the best possible service.

How does APDO give back to the community? We help promote many charities and businesses. I’m currently a clinic director for the Special Smiles Division of the Special Olympics, and we also have two staff members that are clinic directors for Special Smiles.

We have a three-year commitment to travel throughout the

U.S. and internationally to help screen and perform dental services for those with special needs.

What is unique about APDO? Patient experience. My goal as your orthodontist is not only to give you an amazing smile to last a lifetime, but also to open doors socially and professionally to provide a more fulfilling life. Orthodontics is about more than just straightening teeth, aligning jaws, and correcting bites. We are actively building selfconfidence that will change your outlook on life.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

We make orthodontics fun and exciting! We provide exceptional customer service and care. I am honored daily to have the opportunity to make such a huge impact on the lives of children, teens and adults.

What are APDO’s plans for the future? To continue to serve and help the Amarillo community. We plan to continually learn, grow, adapt and improve our patient experience.

Why Amarillo? The doctors at APDO are amazing to work with; we hold each other to the highest standards of care and customer service. We enjoy living in a family-centered community that values good care.

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BUSINESS SUPPLIES AND COMMERCIAL INTERIORS Officewise

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1200 S. Taylor St. | 372.2236 | officewiseco.com

Years in business: 41 Company size: 85 employees What is your company’s background? We were founded in 1978.

We have been in business in Amarillo for 41 years. Our heritage goes back to 1908 with Russell Stationary.

What services or products does Officewise offer? Business supplies, office furniture, design, project management and installation services.

To what do you attribute Officewise’s success? Our clients!

They trust Officewise to get the job done right and on time. Also, our clients continue to shop local and keep their money in the local economy.

How does Officewise give back to the community? Officewise supports local charities, churches, schools, universities and civic organizations. Most recently, we participated in a Mural Grant Program by the City of Amarillo’s Beautification and Public Arts program. The mural is on our downtown office building. Our hope was to create something beautiful and exciting for our great city.

What is unique about Officewise? Officewise is one of the largest independent dealers in our industry nationwide. We are locally owned and operated. Officewise also has locations in Lubbock and Midland/Odessa. We have a “Local Champion Campaign” built to support other local businesses by promoting these businesses to our employees and the community.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

Our people are the best in the business, from our delivery and installation teams to our sales staff, interior designers, and accounting department. We strive to be our best at every level, and our clients have come to expect nothing but the best.

What are Officewise’s plans for the future? We will continue to add more product lines for our customers with the same level of service they expect from us. We want to grow our business and develop future leaders for Officewise and our community.

Why Amarillo? Amarillo is truly unique in understanding the importance of supporting local businesses. The quality of people here makes Amarillo an ideal city in which to do business.

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AUTO BODY REPAIR Drury Body Shop 3220 Commerce St., 358.8134 drurybodyshop.com

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Moss Body Shop 3000 SW 26th Ave., 355.9208

Years in business: Moss, 45; Drury, 20 Company size: 48 employees between two locations What is your background? I have 31 years in the body shop business, with 20 as a shop owner and operator.

What services or products do you offer? Complete collision repair, glass, and refinishing for all makes and models of passenger cars To what do you attribute your business’ success? Having a team of dedicated professionals and technicians that are passionate about repairing cars properly and taking excellent care of our customers.

How does your company give back to the community? We sponsor local teams and events that are in our community.

What is unique about your business? The people that work

here are the most passionate about delivering quality and great service in Amarillo.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors? We have a great reputation for being excellent at what we do and that reputation has been around for many years.

What are your plans for the future? To keep growing and keeping up with the OEM manufacturers certifications and recommendations for properly producing safe and correct repairs to vehicles that are becoming more technical to fix with new electronic crash avoidance systems and metals used to manufacture cars.

Why Amarillo? I have lived here my entire life and love our community.

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CREDIT UNION BANKING

Scott L. Rose, CCUE, CFSP, CCE, DE | President and CEO, Amarillo Community Federal Credit Union Years in business: More than 33 Company size: Amarillo Community Federal Credit Union has $240 million in assets, serving 38,000 members from seven branches in the West Texas area. We have approximately 80 employees.

What is your background? I am the author of “Ruddered: To Make a Difference.” I am an award-winning marketer that speaks at state and national conferences. I earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Amberton University, and graduated from Texas Tech University Rawls School of Banking. I am a certified Credit Union Executive, Certified Financial Services Professional, Credit Union Development Educator, Certified Chief Executive, and manager on the Boards for CU Alliance, LLC., and Member Home Loan, LLC. in Houston.

What services or products does ACFCU offer? Amarillo Community FCU is a full-service financial institution offering a wide range of low-to-no cost services – checking, investments, cards, consumer and mortgage loans.

To what do you attribute your success? I attribute my success to my relationship with my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Also, my wonderful wife of more than 30 years and our grown sons. Then there is my large work family of more than 250 past and present teammates that have made me look good throughout my career.

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806.358.7561 acfcu.org

How does ACFCU give back to the community? Our team routinely offers time to High Plains Food Bank, Children’s Miracle Network, Snack Pak 4 Kids, Scholar Dollars, and other local charities.

What is unique about ACFCU? ACFCU has a low income designation that allows us to serve the underserved in our community. We are also relevant to members that need jumbo mortgages and investment advice.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

ACFCU delivers products and services for a great price. We have six Amarillo branches and one in Pampa. Safe and secure mobile and internet banking make ACFCU reachable from anywhere.

What are ACFCU’s plans for the future? We are in the middle of building our new team for future success. We plan to remodel our main facility and select branches as needed. We are retooling our technology delivery for greater accessibility. We strive to excel in all that we do to remain a longterm financial solution for another 75 years.

Why Amarillo? I am glad that the ACFCU Board of Directors chose me to come to Amarillo and be their CEO. I am originally from Tyler, Texas. I left the beautiful trees of East Texas for the flat plains of West Texas and wonderful people of Amarillo. ACFCU has 38,000 members in a population of almost 200,000, making it a big fish in a small pond.

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CARPET CLEANING AND RESTORATION Amarillo Steamway

2700 Amarillo Blvd. West | 373.4592 | amarillosteamway.com

Years in Business: 51 What is Amarillo Steamway’s background? As a family-owned business we have more than 100 years of combined experience.

What services or products does Amarillo Steamway offer?

We have always been a leader in our industry offering a Premiere Cleaning and Restoration service. Carpet, upholstery, tile and grout, and area cleaning (oriental, specialty and skins). We also offer water damage service.

To what do you attribute Amarillo Steamway’s success?

Our customers are our priority. They are the most important thing. We have some families that are beginning their fourth generation. We have always treated customers the way we want to be treated and cleaned every job the way we would want

ours cleaned.

How does Amarillo Steamway give back to the community?

We support areas of true need. We have always based our business on Biblical principles.

What is unique about Amarillo Steamway? We are Better

by Design: customer experience, higher standards, superior certifications, and cutting-edge technology.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

Our service is second to none. Customers are not just a job.

Our goal is to provide the best possible experience and build a lasting relationship.

Why Amarillo? In a way Amarillo chose us. Howard Richey was the first to open a cleaning and restoration business in Amarillo.

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COLLEGE PREP EDUCATION Ascension Academy

9301 Ascension Parkway 342.0515 | ascensionacademy.com

Years in business: We are beginning our 20th academic year in August.

Company size: 50 employees What is your organization’s background? College Preparatory Education What services does Ascension offer? Private college preparatory education for students in grades 6 to 12; customized tuition plans; award-winning fine arts opportunities in orchestra, band, choir, theater and studio art; automatic admission possible for all seniors to WTAMU; Diplomas & Degrees partner with Amarillo College, earning seniors an associate degree in science or humanities upon graduation; individual and team athletics; academic competition and merit award scholarships To what do you attribute your organization’s success?

Ascension Academy provides its students with an exemplary college preparatory education in a faith-affirming environment.

The school helps develop in its students those qualities that support a life of intellectual growth, civic leadership, and community service. Developing the minds, spirits and bodies of students in grades 6 to 12, Ascension Academy inspires young people to embrace the school’s motto, Veritas et Virtus, as they prepare for lives that are both successful and significant.

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in our community, as well as the state and national level. Many of them participate in mission work overseas each year with international organizations and local church groups. We also donate our facility to host Special Olympic events during the year.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

Families choose Ascension to give their highly-motivated students the opportunity to reach their utmost potential, making their dreams beyond high school become a reality.

What is unique about Ascension Academy? Each year, our students have the highest average SAT and AP Scholar scores in the Panhandle. All of our juniors and seniors are enrolled in AP classes. All of our seniors are accepted to their top colleges of choice, and are offered scholarships. Recent graduating classes averaged 23 students with $2.3 million in scholarships. Our small class sizes, dynamic learning environment, experienced faculty, and individualized student support create the formula that prepares our students for success in both college and career.

What are Ascension’s plans for the future? Future plans for campus development will include continued program growth, fine arts center, tennis center, and a natatorium.

Why Amarillo? Ascension was the dream of a small group of parents, teachers and community leaders in the 1990s for an exemplary college preparatory school in Amarillo. That dream became a reality with the opening of Ascension Academy in fall 2000.

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JEWELRY

Barnes Jewelry

100 Westgate Parkway West | 355.9874 | barnesjewelry.com

Years in business: 63 Company size: 12 people What is your background? Don Adams, owner, started with Zales Corp. in 1978, which put him through WTSU. He studied three years of pre-med at OU, then worked for Helzberg Diamonds for 20 years as a regional manager, moving around the U.S. He joined the Barnes team in 2014, and purchased the store in 2018.

What services or products does Barnes Jewelry offer? We are a full-service jewelry store. We do true custom work and all work is done on premises. We have talented artists, two cad systems, waxing machines, casting equipment, laser welders and much more. We have an extensive bridal selection, great fashion brands such as Forevermark, John Hardy, Konstantino, Krypell, Samuel B., TAG Heuer, and more.

To what do you attribute Barnes Jewelry’s success? A great community. It’s always a pleasure to help good people. We have fun getting to know our clients and helping them find the right gift.

How does Barnes Jewelry give back to the community? We try to support many organizations through charitable giving,

donated items for silent and live auctions, and most recently, a place for local artists displaced from Sunset Center to showcase their items.

What is unique about Barnes Jewelry? Being a part of the American Gem Society, we felt it important to operate with a high degree of ethics and integrity. AGS is about consumer confidence, education, ethics and professionalism.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

We don’t just look at someone as making a sale. We view each customer as building a relationship for long term. No pressure, no pricing games, just honest, ethical and fair.

What are Barnes Jewelry’s plans for the future? We have been a part of the Tri-State area for more than 63 years, and would love to be a part of it for 63 more. We want to give the community what they want in a local jeweler.

Why Amarillo? This is where Don grew up. There are truly no better people than the people of the Panhandle. We find honesty, friendliness and loyalty everywhere we look. Another added benefit is that Don’s grandkids and in-laws live here as well.

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EYE CARE Broome Optical

3408 Olsen Blvd. | 355.5633 | eyecareamarillo.com

Years in business: Established in 1929; 90 years in business Company size: Eight optometrists and a staff of 50 What is Broome Optical’s background? Doctors of Optometry/ Retail Optical Sales What services or products does Broome Optical offer? Vision evaluations, ocular health assessments, contact lens fitting, refractive surgery consultations, routine eye care for all ages, and a large selection of eyewear for all ages and all budgets To what do you attribute Broome Optical’s success? We are a local business with a history of personal care and expertise in diagnosing ocular problems.

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numerous nonprofits. As an office we make contributions that benefit several local community groups.

What is unique about Broome Optical? Our combined eyecare experience and product knowledge allows us to customize our services to each patient’s needs.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors? Our personal family-like approach to customer service.

What are Broome Optical’s plans for the future? To constantly be on the cutting edge of eye care and lens products that improve the vision of Amarillo and the surrounding community Why Amarillo? Ninety years ago, we established our roots in Amarillo, and we are proud to be a leading vision center of the region.

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MERCANTILE GOODS Bushland Mercantile

1900 S. FM 2381, Bushland | 358.2411 Find us on Facebook @BushlandMercantile

Years in business: 16 Company size: The mercantile employs seven full-time employees with two part-time and a few seasonal employees.

The parent company, Ag Producers Co-op, employs approximately 230 full-time employees with 15 part-time and approximately 100 seasonal employees during grain harvest and cotton ginning seasons.

What is Bushland Mercantile’s background? The mercantile was originally a hardware and feed store. Over the years, customer’s needs have changed. Today, we are primarily a feed store and a ladies’ clothing boutique with home decor. We also provide equipment rental.

What services or products does Bushland Mercantile offer?

Feed, lawn and garden, animal health, ladies’ clothing and home decor To what do you attribute Bushland Mercantile’s success?

Focusing on the customer’s ever-changing needs and desires.

If you aren’t willing to adapt to change, then you are going to ultimately close shop.

How does Bushland Mercantile give back to the community?

The mercantile works closely with the Bushland community.

The parent company strives to help local communities through donating to the ag programs, Snack Pak 4 Kids, local volunteer fire departments and other community organizations.

What is unique about Bushland Mercantile? We want to avoid being a “cookie-cutter” store. We want to provide products and services that are unique to the Amarillo area. Our goal is not to have the same products that other stores like us have – we want to provide different things.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

We strive to have unique things that our customers won’t find anywhere else. We also want to provide a customer experience that makes each customer feel wanted and appreciated.

What are Bushland Mercantile’s plans for the future? Listen to our customers, and provide them the products and services they desire. We are constantly searching for new products so that customers want to come in and see what’s new and not expect the same old thing every time.

Why Amarillo? We all live here. We have other lines of business in the Amarillo area, and we believe we provide a unique line of products and services. In Amarillo, a customer is not just a customer – they are part of our business family.

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TEXAS BARBECUE

Crazy Larry’s Fine Texas BBQ Years in business: 20 Company size: Small; we have hardworking, excellent employees.

What is your company’s background? Our background comes from family recipes dating back to 1958.

What services or products does Crazy Larry’s offer? We offer a full line of Fine Texas BBQ for any palate or any size appetite.

To what do you attribute your business’ success? We attribute our success to being original and sticking to that originality, but most of all we owe our success to being blessed by our wonderful customers and community.

How does Crazy Larry’s give back to the community? We support locally owned businesses. This is very important to us and to the Amarillo community.

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4315 Teckla Blvd. | 359.3176 crazylarrysbbq.com

What is unique about Crazy Larry’s? We are unique because we are well known for our famous Frito pies. Nobody can copy the outstanding taste you get from our Frito pies.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

We provide fast, quality service with low prices. We get to know our customers on a first-name basis and this is very important to us. We feel like a great big family having lunch together.

What are your business’ plans for the future? Our plan for the future is to continue giving all thanks to God and to offer Amarillo and our surrounding communities outstanding quality food for several more years.

Why Amarillo? Amarillo continues to be the best place to live. We will always be here for you. Thank you for your support.

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AFFORDABLE FASHION Dotsy’s Boutique

2493 I-40 West | 418.6195 | shopdotsys.com

Years in business: 11 years total; 5 years as a storefront Company size: 10 to 12 employees on average What is Dotsy’s Boutique’s background? In 2008, Dotsy’s started in my living room as a way to help my family earn extra income by creating and selling handmade jewelry. It also served as a creative outlet for me as a stay-at-home mom. Eventually, in 2014, with a lot of prayer and guidance from the Lord, we opened our own brick-and-mortar store.

What services or products does Dotsy’s Boutique offer?

Women’s clothing sizes XS to 3X, shoes, jewelry, accessories and gift items. We also offer personal styling services and private shopping events.

To what do you attribute Dotsy’s success? Allowing the Lord to guide me, great employees and faithful customers.

How does Dotsy’s give back to the community? We like to bring awareness to different charities in town by doing

different fundraisers in the store as well as donating clothing to various nonprofits.

What is unique about Dotsy’s Boutique? I think that a shopping trip to Dotsy’s is unique in and of itself. You can walk into a welcoming environment, let your kids play in our playroom, and receive wonderful customer service. We believe that every woman that walks in our doors is fearfully and wonderfully made and should be made to feel that way!

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

Great prices, amazing customer care, fabulous selection of clothing in many sizes, and a very welcoming environment!

What are Dotsy’s plans for the future? The possibilities are endless! We are dreaming big and trusting that whatever happens next will be in line with what the Lord wants. As for now, expect more events, shopping experiences and fun fashion!

Why Amarillo? It’s simple; it’s home.

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MARKETING

Double U Marketing

1608 S. Washington St. | 353.2911 | doubleumarketing.com

Years in business: 10 Company size: Nine employees What is your background? My advertising career dates back to high school when I landed my first job at a local agency.

Years later, I transitioned into television news working as an editor, producer, reporter and anchor for 11 years. I then served as district director for State Representative John Smithee before being named marketing and communications manager for Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Amarillo. I was able to combine my passion for media, politics and marketing with the creation of Double U in 2009.

What services or products does Double U offer? Digital advertising, media planning and buying, television and radio advertising, print advertising, outdoor advertising, website design and management, social media management, corporate branding, media and public relations, commercial and long-form video production, event marketing and political marketing.

To what do you attribute Double U’s success? We all know that Texas Panhandle residents support each other and I have been blessed to be on the receiving end of that. I also attribute my success to my amazing team and wonderful clients who 66

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trust me to help their business grow.

How does Double U give back to the community? Members of our staff have served or currently serve on the Heal The City Board of Directors, AC Foundation Board of Directors, Panhandle Regional Law Enforcement Academy Advisory Board, Randall County Sheriff’s Office Academy Advisory Board, Ronald McDonald House Red Shoe Crew, Texans Caring for Texas Task Force, Amarillo Crime Stoppers Board of Directors, Don Harrington Discovery Center Board of Directors, Panhandle-Plains Historical Society Board of Trustees and the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce Governmental Affairs Council.

What is unique about Double U? We’re not a turn-and-burn agency. We like to partner with our clients to help them meet their short- and long-term goals.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

We offer our clients a full, in-house team of marketers who are fully focused on their success.

What are Double U’s plans for the future? To continue building the most talented team in the region, while providing top-notch service to our clients.

Why Amarillo? My roots run deep in Amarillo. I have always wanted to stay close to family.

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INSURANCE

Farmers Insurance

2700 S. Western St., Suite 700 | 352.7388 | agents.farmers.com

Years in business: 10 Company size: Six employees What is your background? I earned a BBA in Marketing from WTAMU, then spent eight years with the Amarillo Globe-News in online advertising, with a short stent at Pfizer.

What services or products do you offer? Auto, Home, Life and Business Insurance and Financial Services To what do you attribute your success? Hard work.

How does your company give back to the community? Each of my team members give their time and energy to different local nonprofits. My passion is supporting the Amarillo College Advocacy and Resource Center in its efforts to reduce roadblocks for students.

Helping more students complete their education will better our community.

What is unique about your business? We are the first

Farmers Agency selected from our district as a member of the Presidents Council.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors? I have an amazing group of smart, caring women that love on our customers every day. We strive to make a positive impact on each person we come in contact with.

What are your plans for the future? Our agency will maintain the highest level of service for our customers. My dream would be to pass the agency to my son, Tripp, but we will see what his plans are in 25 years!

Why Amarillo? I love living in Amarillo. I grew up in Canyon and moved to Amarillo when I graduated from WTAMU in 2001. I have learned so much about the heart of our city by going through Leadership Amarillo and Canyon and Amarillo 101. There is so much good happening in Amarillo. I can’t imagine living anywhere else.

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LAND DEVELOPMENT Estancia

3131 Bell St., Suite 203 | 467.9600 | estancia-amarillo.com

Years in business: Commercial Real Estate, 32 years; oil and gas development, 37 years What services or products does Estancia offer? The Estancia Development is located along the west side of Tascosa Road, which is inside the loop and in the city limits. The residential lot prices start from $70,000 to $375,000, with most lots ranging from $125,000 to $175,000. This unique development includes a park area with a stocked pond, abundant wildlife, and a Home Owners Association.

To what do you attribute Estancia’s success? Growth. We’re always searching for a way to expand our business contacts and relationships. This is why we’re so excited about the new Estancia Development. It’s a tremendous opportunity to service the growth of Amarillo.

How does Estancia give back to the community? I have been on the board for 20-plus years and board president in 2017 and 2018 for Downtown Women’s Center. It is very rewarding to dedicate a great deal of time to this cause. I have also served on the 68

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Catholic Family Services Board and other boards throughout my career. Helping those that are interested in helping themselves is very easy for me to do.

What is unique about Estancia? This unique 154-acre property has been in a family estate for decades. Estancia is Amarillo’s newest and most unique master planned community on the northwest side of Amarillo with beautiful views that give you the feel of country living within the city limits.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

Accommodating our customers is our main goal. This unique development will only have a limited amount of residential lots.

Therefore, we offer an exclusive opportunity for homes that have beautiful views with close proximity to the medical district.

What are Estancia’s plans for the future? Construction has begun and started in May of 2019. The development consists of five phases. The initial development will begin with Phases I and II, consisting of 74 residential lots and three commercial tracts along Tascosa Road.

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DOG GROOMING Need Us Bark Us

3269 Commerce St. | 356.0579 | needusbarkus.net

Years in business: I’ve been in the grooming industry for 34 years and still going strong!

Company size: We have 15 people, including myself.

What is your background? I first started working with dogs in Midland, Texas, as an Animal Control Officer, then moved to Detroit, Michigan, where I managed a dog food store. After I trained at a non-credited dog grooming school, I knew this was going to be my career. I moved back to Amarillo and opened my business inside Sunset Pets, which ultimately gave me a lot of exposure and experience. I am proud to say I still have clients that I have groomed for over the last 30 years.

What services or products does Need Us Bark Us offer? We offer full-service grooming: bathing, brush-outs, de-sheds, all breed standard trims, hand-scissoring, spa treatments (mud baths, sugar scrubs, deep conditioning, blueberry facials), nail trimming and filing.

We have a pet boutique where we offer raw diet meals, treats, collars and dog tags. We carry CBD oils and treats for your anxious pets.

To what do you attribute Need Us Bark Us’ success? I would not be successful without all my wonderful clientele, word of mouth, and my awesome employees. I have worked hard to learn excellent grooming

by continuing my education/certification.

How does Need Us Bark Us give back to the community? We donate merchandise, services and gift bags to various organizations for fundraising events.

What is unique about Need Us Bark Us? We strive to do better than the day before. We are bringing a higher level of professionalism to the dog grooming industry by having one of the cleanest and friendliest shops in Texas. It’s not about the quantity of dogs we have; it’s the quality of grooming we do on our dogs.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

Because of the excellent care we give to all the dogs that come through our doors. We are always honest and compassionate; we do what we do because it’s our passion, not just a job.

What are Need Us Bark Us’ plans for the future? I still want to open a dog photography studio!

Why Amarillo? I have lived here since 1969 so my roots are strong in the community. The people of this town are the friendliest, and I have gotten to know many of them because of Need Us Bark Us. Amarillo is home!

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FREE STUFF Trade ’Em

600 S. Tyler St., Suite 2004 | 640.3289 | tradeem.co

Years in business: Two, and boy has it gone fast!

Company size: 10 employees What is your company’s background? We’ve worked on multiple patented products over our careers, ranging from banking to automotive. Most recently, we have ventured into the “fintech” space with our patented product, Trade ’Em. What services or products does Trade ’Em offer? Our app gives any business the ability to offer gift cards, promotion offers, and loyalty cards. The days of a business paying for plastic gift cards and paper punch cards are over. We help businesses save money and drive traffic to their establishment.

To what do you attribute your business’ success? We are fun!

The only way for a merchant to promote their business to users on their newsfeed is to post cool free stuff. And who doesn’t like cool free stuff? We also won a Top 25 Tech Startup seat from the NRF (National Retail Federation) in NYC and later won the Attendee Choice Award at Shop.Org in Las Vegas because we solved issues in the Gift Card and Loyalty industry.

How does Trade ’Em give back to the community? Amarillo has an astonishing 15% homeless rate and we are passionate about getting involved, not just financially but with our time and labor as well. We are also involved in Roby Mitchell M.D.’s Veteran Improvement Project.

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What is unique about Trade ’Em? We are the fastest gift card purchase on the planet! We let you send personalized video messages with your gift cards. We are the only company that allows you to trade any of your inventory items. Our merchants give away cool free stuff! We are eco-friendly.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

Users choose Trade ’Em because nobody wants to lug around a bunch of gift and punch cards ... and they like the free stuff on the feed! You can jump on the Trade ’Em app and get jewelry cleaning from Graham Brothers Jewelers, food from Cafe Blvd. & Bar, professional headshots from Y Marketing, coffee from S&J Coffee House, dessert from Fire Slice… it’s really cool! Merchants choose Trade ’Em because we help them save money, make money, and drive customer traffic!

What are your plans for the future? We’re looking to scale, first throughout the rest of Texas and the U.S., and later outside the country. Our research shows that the third-world market is in desperate need of our technology.

Why Amarillo? Amarillo is where we call home. We love the people, our community, the sunsets, the canyon, and our culture. Who would have thought that this little tiny town in the Panhandle of Texas would have birthed some of the most innovate technology in all the world?

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Underwood Law Firm

500 S. Taylor St. | 876.5613 | uwlaw.com

Years in Business: 107; We were founded in 1912.

Company Size: 41 lawyers and 80 total employees What is Underwood Law’s background? The experience of our lawyers ranges from one year to more than 40 years.

What services or products does Underwood Law offer?

Underwood Law Firm provides legal services to individuals and corporations in multiple areas, such as Agriculture, Banking, Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights, Business & Corporate, Construction, Employment, Estate Planning & Probate, Family Matters, Health Care, Immigration, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Municipal, Oil Gas & Mineral, Public Education, Public Finance, Real Estate, Renewable Energy and Tax. To what do you attribute Underwood Law’s success? One of the benefits of being in business for more than 100 years is the wealth of experience that is available. We have, as a firm, gone through so many changes and with the help of that experience, have come out stronger on the other side.

How does Underwood Law give back to the community?

Underwood understands the importance of supporting local organizations and nonprofits, and we encourage our employees to participate in these endeavors. As a firm, Underwood annually spends in the region of $100,000 supporting these organizations and charities.

What is unique about Underwood Law? Underwood has maintained its deep-rooted Panhandle values and standards while expanding to a state-wide presence. Our success is measured by integrity in all things, service to our state and local communities, and a keen responsibility to our clients and colleagues.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors?

Relationships matter and we know that.

What are Underwood Law’s plans for the future? Another 100 years.

Why Amarillo? While Texas is our community, Amarillo is our home.

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HOME DECOR The Urban Giraffe

4000 SW 51st Ave. | 418.8962 | theurbangiraffe.com

Years in business: Six Company size: We currently have six employees.

What is your background? I was in banking for seven years and have been a business owner for the past 11 years.

What services or products does Urban Giraffe offer? We provide top-notch customer service! The kind you don’t get while shopping online. Assisting our clients to create the perfect space based on their tastes and style is our passion.

We offer bridal registry, home decor and accessories, sheets and so much more for your home or office.

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surrounding areas. And always putting the customer first.

What is unique about Urban Giraffe? We have more than 9,000 square feet of home decor with a style and price range for everyone.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors? We love to provide a relaxing atmosphere for our customers to enjoy their journey through the store.

Whether it be a welcoming face, an inviting smell, or hot wassail in the fall.

What are Urban Giraffe’s plans for the future? To continue providing current decor trends, which attracts local, rural and metroplex clients. We strive to provide a one-stop shopping experience for all your needs.

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PERSONAL INJURY LAW Wood Law Firm

610 SW 11th Ave. | 372.9663 | woodlawfirm-tx.com

Years in business: 25 Company size: Two lawyers and four staff members What is your background? Texas Tech University School of Law, J.D.; Texas Tech University, B.S. What services or products does Wood Law offer? We represent people who have been seriously hurt. Areas of personal injury include motor vehicle accidents, work place injuries, bodily injuries, dangerous drugs, defective products, and wrongful death.

To what do you attribute Wood Law Firm’s success? The support of my family, humility, and extending grace, dignity and respect to my clients as well as my adversaries.

How does Wood Law give back to the community? We are a longtime supporter of the High Plains Children’s Home. We also sponsor charitable organizations such as Will Rogers Range Riders, Amarillo Junior League, Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch, Amarillo College educational

summer programs, and youth sporting activities.

What is unique about Wood Law? We work for people who can’t afford to hire a lawyer. We only get paid if we can attain a successful resolution of our client’s legal issue. That is our guarantee to our clients.

Why do your customers select you over your competitors? We are local, hometown lawyers helping local people. We care about our clients; they become a part of our family.

What are Wood Law’s plans for the future? We hope to continue to build upon the foundation of our past successes and relationships by adhering to the principals of honesty, integrity and perseverance.

Why Amarillo? Channy is a sixth generation Texan, born and raised on his family’s Texas Panhandle farm. He lives by values learned early: honesty, fairness, responsibility, and hard work. Those qualities and values remain important in this area.

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