Coppell Chamber Update
WINTER 2017
IN THIS ISSUE Message from the President.. ................Page 1 Dr. Mike Waldrip, Bennett Ratliff to speak at Forum..........................Page 1 Community Health & Wellness Expo...........Page 1 Mega Market.............Page 1 Ribbon Cuttings...........Page 2 Upcoming Chamber Events.....................Page 2 Coppell Gala................Page 4 Leadership Executive Advancement Program.......................Page 4 New Chamber Members.....................Page 4 The Coppell Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c) 6 non-profit organization, and its mission is to promote and enhance the business environment and quality of life in our community.
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New Year, New Changes at the Coppell Chamber
Tara Storch to speak at Chamber Monthly Luncheon
By Gayle Westapher President The new year has started off with a bang at the Coppell Chamber of Commerce, with new staff, new events, and a new focus on our members. December 2016 saw the retirement of CEO/ President, Kristi Valentine, a move that touched the hearts of many Chamber staff and members as Kristi left to assist with her family’s business. New Staff In a bold move, the Chamber board voted to divide the CEO/ President position between two current Chamber employees, Christine Douglass and Gayle Westapher. Christine, our former events and sponsorship director assumed the role of CEO, and as the former membership director, I assumed the role of President. “The roles are divided perfectly to fit our inherent strengths,” notes Christine, who is responsible for the vision and strategy of the Chamber. I, on the other hand, am responsible for membership services, including acquisition and retention, and representation of the Chamber at a majority of our events. Ponce Duran, as the vice president, maintains the public image of our Chamber and assists with events. Karen Cook, our director of operations, oversees the daily activities and financial aspects of our Chamber and also assists with events. The board, while very happy See CHANGES, page 3
Tara Storch
Tara Storch is first and foremost a wife and mom. Including Taylor, she is mother to son Ryan and daughter Peyton. As co-founder of Taylor’s Gift Foundation, award-winning author, and community leader she strives to share her story at every possible opportunity to help make an impact in the world around her. Opening up about her
journey of finding hope and purpose after the loss of her daughter Taylor, she and her husband Todd speak publicly about the importance of organ donation across the nation. She has been featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Ellen Show, People Magazine and other national and international media, bringing a message of inspiration that is touch-
ing lives around the world. She will speak at the Coppell Chamber Monthly Luncheon on February 24th from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm at the Coppell Senior & Community Center (345 Bethel Road, Coppell, Texas 75019). Tickets are $25 for early bird and $30 at the door. Please visit www.coppellchamber.com or call the Chamber office at 972-3932829 to purchase tickets.
Waldrip, Ratliff to Speak at Government Forum By Ponce Duran
The Coppell Chamber’s Governmental Affairs Committee will host the Coppell ISD Superintendent Dr. Mike Waldrip and former State Rep.
Bennett Ratliff. All are welcome to join us at 12 pm on Tuesday, Feb 28, 2017 at the Chamber office in Old Town Coppell. The office is located at 708 Main St, Coppell, TX 75019.
Dr. Waldrip and Bennett Ratliff will be speaking about CISD’s legislative agenda, their opposition to school choice vouchers, the flawed A-F Dr. Mike Waldrip school grading system, and our School Bus arrangement with Dallas Co. Schools. The Coppell Chamber’s Governmental Affairs Committee exists to educate local Bennett Ratliff businesses and residents in the area of politics by providing free monthly speakers & roundtable discussions on issues of importance to the business community. In addition to the monthly gatherings, the Committee also hosts the Chamber’s Annual State of the City Address in October, local Candidate Forums, an organized trip to our state Capitol in Austin to meet with state legislators, etc. For more information on this event and the Coppell Chamber’s Governmental Affairs Committee, please go to www.coppellchamber.org or call the Chamber office at 972-393-2829.
Coppell Chamber Update WINTER 2017
BUSINESS ON THE RISE:
RIBBON CUTTINGS ERB WELLNESS
SENIOR CARE AUTHORITY
TEX SEN SENIOR CARE HOMES
events MI COCINA
UPCOMING COPPELL CHAMBER THURS., FEB 23, 2017
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CYP Happy Hour and Program Kickoff
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Chamber Monthly Luncheon
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Community Health and Wellness Expo
TUES., FEB. 28, 2017 n
Chamber Connections @ Hard Eight BBQ
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Mega Market 2017
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Connections Luncheon @ Four Points by Sheraton
TUES., MAR. 21, 2017 n
Gov’t Affairs Speaker Forum
FRI., MAR. 24, 2017 n
Chamber Monthly Luncheon
TUES., MAR. 28, 2017 n
Gov’t Affairs Speaker Forum
Chamber Connections @ Hard Eight BBQ
Home Expo
TUES., APRIL 11, 2017
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Connections Luncheon @ Four Points by Sheraton
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Membership Orientation
TUES., APRIL 18, 2017 n
Gov’t Affairs Speaker Forum
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WiB Quarterly Luncheon
THURS., MAR. 2, 2017
WED., MAR. 29, 2017
FRI., APRIL 21, 2017
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Coppell Day in Austin
Biz U - Facebook
Chamber Monthly Luncheon - TLC Graduation
For more information visit us online at www.coppellchamber.org
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with the growth of our Chamber’s membership, requested an increased focus on retention of our current members. Our goal is to continue to foster and promote the growth of business in our community, while simultaneously creating a welcoming and supportive environment for our members. New Events In an effort to show our members how much we care and appreciate them, several new programs have been implemented this year. Morning Mingle Coffee Chat will provide our members with a great way to start their day. From 7:30 to 9 am, at various times throughout the year, Chamber members are invited to stop by our office in Old Town, 708 Main Street, and enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea before starting their day. This come-and-go event will give our Chamber staff and members the opportunity to socialize in a fun and relaxed environment. Another new event that our Chamber will be hosing is the Homeowners Expo on April 8th from 10 am to 1 pm. The expo will bring together all things dealing with home ownership from buying, selling, repairing, remodeling, and much more. The Homeowners Expo will bring local businesses together with residents and potential residents. Breakout sessions will also be included, allowing participants the opportunity to learn about certain topics on a more in depth level. Our staff are excited and honored to have the opportunity to help our Chamber businesses grow. Our door is open and whether you are a member, or a potential member, we would love for you to stop in and visit us!
Our Ambassadors
The Coppell Chamber ambassadors are from the member businesses of the chamber. Each represents the business community and provides a guiding hand to new members. They are a key piece of the chamber outreach to our member businesses. Our 2017 Ambassadors are • Gloria Greene - Elite Care • Michele McClew - Spencer Heating and Air • Pamela Takesh - Marni G Designs, LLC • Cindy Meyers - Four Points by Sheraton • Ricardo Roberto - RA Financial • Bill Mayrath - Mayrath Video Solutions LLC • Tony Dominiec - J&T Travel • Harold Copher Jr. - New American Funding • Kelley Gallagher - Sales RX Business Performace Coaching • JJ Lypout - Modern Woodmen Financial • Gary Mayes - Coldwell Banker Apex Realtors • William Webb - Furniture by William Webb • Gayle Westapher - Coppell Chamber of Commerce • Toni Bouchard - Team Bouchard – Keller Williams DFW Preferred • Jake Lowe - Aflac • Mark Rebro - Protection 1 Security Solutions • Marsha Blevins - SendoutCards
Coppell Chamber Update WINTER 2017
Welcome New Chamber Members
HOTELS & MOTELS
CAMBRiA hotel & suites
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Gateway Mortgage
5800 Granite Pkwy., Ste. 470 Plano, TX 75019 www.GatewayLoan.com/ courtney-jarmon (469) 850-1990 PEST CONTROL SERVICES
Certified Termite & Pest Control 11227 N. Stemmons Frwy. Dallas, TX 75229 www.Certifiedtpc.com (972) 852-2847 EVENT PLANNING
PSAV
925 Freeport Parkway, Ste. 100 Coppell, TX 75019 www.psav.com (214) 306-9331 WINDOWS & SCREENS
Fish Window Cleaning of NW Dallas
11500 N. Stemmons Frwy, Ste. 109 Dallas, TX 75229 www.fishwindowcleaning. com/1330 (972) 243-4338 ASSISTED LIVING
Texas Senior Housing Opportunities
4304 Williamson Ln Carrollton, TX 75010 www.TexasSeniorHouse Opportunities.com (469) 400-7650 DENTISTRY - GENERAL
Coppell Heritage Dentistry
301 S. Denton Tap Rd., Ste.110 Coppell, TX 75019 http://coppelldentist.com (972) 304-0891 RESTAURANTS / BAR
Breakers Korean BBQ
3044 Old Denton Rd., Ste. 131 Carrollton, TX 75007 http://breakersbbq.com/ (469) 994-8008 EDUCATION & TUTORING
Stress Ebook LLC.
2983 Sicily Way Lewisville, TX 75067 www.stressebook.com (719) 684-6876 HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANTS
Alpha/Omega Systems, Inc. Coppell, TX 75019 http://aos-systemsinc.com (972) 877-8226
TITLE COMPANIES
Post Oak Title
537 Houston Street, 2nd Floor Coppell, TX 75019 http://postoaktitle.com (972) 483-5220 INSURANCE AGENCIES AND/ OR FINANCIAL SERVICES
Farmers Insurance, Darrin Hendley Insurance Agency
722 S. Denton Tap Rd., Ste. 150 Coppell, TX 75019 http://agents.farmers.com/ dhendley (972) 462-7589 RESTAURANTS
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries, & Shakes
104 S. Denton Tap Rd., #102 Coppell, TX 75019 www.mooyah.com/ locations/coppell-tx-171/ (972) 745-9099 EDUCATION & TUTORING
British Swim School
1721 E Belt Line Rd., Apt. 322 Coppell, TX 75019 www.britishswimschool.com (469) 648-0116 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
Evolutyz Corp
5605 N. MacArthur Blvd., Ste. 1014 Irving, Texas 75038 www.evolutyz.com (469) 704-4642 BARBER SHOPS
Coppell Barber Shop
448 W. Bethel Rd. Coppell, Texas 75019 www.coppellbarbershop.com (972) 304-4545 INTERNET BUSINESS SERVICES / TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES
Smart Office DFW
13601 Preston Rd., Ste. E-250 Dallas, TX 75240 http://smartofficedfw.com (214) 272-0931 COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, SERVICES & IT CONSULTING
Moore Software Services, LLC
201 River Road Coppell, TX 75019 www.mooresoftware services.com (972) 652-0254 ASSISTED LIVING / MEMORY CARE / RETIREMENT LIVING
Senior Care Authority
106 N. Denton Tap Rd., Ste. 210-153 Coppell, TX 75019 http://seniorcareauthority. com/dfw (469) 333-8833
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
Wilbins Group, Inc.
746 Hammond Street Coppell, TX 75019 www.wilbinsgroup.com (469) 401-5909 COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, SERVICES & IT CONSULTING
AccuBuild IT, LLC
1208 South Main Street Georgetown, TX 78626 www.accubuild.com (214) 288-1763 GRANITE & COUNTERTOPS KITCHEN & BATH REMODEL
D Granite Countertops and Custom Remodeling 615 Duncan Dr. Coppell, TX 75019 www.dgranite.net (469) 360-5811
BANKS & FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
Southwest Bank
2050 Hall Johnson Rd. #100 Grapevine, TX 75051 http://southwestbank.com (817) 916-6211 ENTERTAINMENT
Music Masti Magic, Inc
1019 Saddle Tree Trl Irving, TX 75063 www.MusicMastiMagic.com (972) 836-6972 BUSINESS TRAINING, DEVELOPMENT & COACHING
Crazy Ventures
758 Windsor Rd. Coppell, TX 75019 www.crazyventures.com (484) 707-5175 SPORTS TEAMS
Coppell Lacrosse Association
901 Brentwood Dr. Coppell, Texas 75019 www.coppell-lacrosse.com (817) 366-6750 SHREDDING SERVICES
Shred-N-Go
2305 S. Hwy 121 Business, Ste. 185 Lewisville, TX 75067 www.shred-n-go.com (214) 683-8327 MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
B2B CFO - John Lentini 507 Wade Ct. Euless, TX 76039 www.johnlentinicfo.com (214) 914-8696
BAR / CATERING RESTAURANTS
Senor Locos Tex Mex
HEALTH, WELLNESS & NUTRITION
Modoma Medmassage
110 W. Sand Lake Rd., Ste. 150 Coppell, TX 75019 http://senorlocostexmex.com (469) 771-3515
897 N. MacArthur Blvd., Ste. 110 Coppell, Texas 75019 www.modoma.com (469) 304-3443
GUTTERS / WINDOWS & SCREENS
EDUCATION & TUTORING
MD & S Window Cleaning Coppell, TX 75019 (469) 993-6473
Wize Academy
Coppell, TX 75019 http:/wizeacademy.com (214) 226-4595
FITNESS & HEALTH
The Kickboxing Circuit
106 N. Denton Tap Rd., Ste. 200 Coppell, TX 75019 www.thekickboxingcircuit.com (972) 469-4006
barre3 Coppell
120 South Denton Tap Rd., Ste. 480 Coppell, TX 75019 www.barre3.com/coppell (972) 393-7300