November, 2014
Grapevine Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
Business Matters 02-03
Networking Opportunities Ambassador of the Month Business Insight
04-05
Chamber Sponsors Award Nomination Form
Mission: The mission of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce is to promote business that adds value to our community.
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Vision: The vision of the Grapevine Chamber is a progressive business organization that brings relevant and essential opportunities for our investors and community to grow and prosper.
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Values: Excellence Innovation Integrity & Community
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Award Nomination Form New Members, September
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Ribbon Cuttings Luncheon Introductions Women’s Division
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Renewing Members November Calendar
Learn a Revolutionary Approach to Customer Service at the Chamber Luncheon, Nov. 13 T h e Grapevine Chamber of Commerce is proud to have global leader, facilitator and trainer, Kent Hutchison speak at the upcoming Membership Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Nov. 13, on the topic of Creating Raving Fans, A Revolutionary Approach to Customer Service. The luncheon is sponsored by Wells Fargo and catered by Brio Tuscan Grille.
Successful organizations have one common central focus: customers. It does not matter if it is a restaurant, accounting firm, or tire store, success comes to those, only those, who are obsessed with looking after customers. This wisdom is not a secret. Mission statements, annual reports, posters on the wall, seminars, and even television programs all proclaim the supremacy of customers. Join us to look at this important, complex subject, peeled back
to set of fundamental truths in a simple, understandable, and enjoyable form. Kent has more than 22 years of experience working in employee development and training. He is a senior consultant with C.J. Baxter Group, an employee development firm based in Nacogdoches. He has worked as cluster facilitator at the nationally recognized LeaderShape Institute, and he regularly Continued on page 3
Transitioning to a New Year Wow. Can you believe it is November? This has been an interesting year for me, and still I am surprised that I only have two months remaining to serve as your Chairman! As your Board of Directors continues to work on several of their goals for our organization, we are also looking toward 2015. Your new members of the Board of Directors have
been approved, a Strategic Planning meeting for the Board is being scheduled and events for next year are being added to the calendar. As we all begin to transition into a new year, I encourage you to do the following: • In this newsletter, the Chamber has started to solicit nominations for the Annual Grapevine Community Awards. Take some time and think about those in our community
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who deserve recognition. Many people are behind the scenes doing great things, but we can’t recognize them if you don’t nominate them! • Take a look at your budget and consider several of the sponsorships that are a part of the marketing opportunities provided by our Chamber. Taking an ad out in the newsletter or directory, sponsoring our newest event – the Continued on page 2
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Grapevine Chamber of Commerce 2014 Board of Directors Lavon Bolech
Bolech Home Selling Team/Keller Williams
Steve Brown
Esparza’s Restaurante Mexicano
Hagen Cleek
Cowboys Golf Club
Cory Haliburton
Weycer, Kaplan, Pulaski & Zuber, P.C.
Theresa Mason
Mason Investment Group, LLC
Nathaniel Neal
NJ Graphic Design, Inc.
Steve Newton
Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine
Joe Szymaszek
Transitioning to a New Year Continued from page 1 Grapevine Casino night, sponsoring a luncheon or even the concession trailer at a festival is a great way to get your business name out in front of residents and businesses alike. • While the Chamber investment markets your company in the directory and on the website, there are so many ways for you to shake hands and not just meet people, but make friends in the Grapevine Chamber. Make a commitment to attend at least one Chamber function a month. It could be the luncheon, a mixer, a ribbon cutting, committee or networking group. It’s not always what you know, but who
you know – and who knows you!!! November is a great time to give thanks, and I want to thank you and the Grapevine Chamber for allowing me to serve as the 2014 Chairman of the Board. I have been blessed to be a part of such a wonderful organization and community while representing Classic Chevrolet / The Thompson Group. Serving Together, C.W. Higgins Chairman of the Board The Thompson Group, Classic Chevrolet
Grapevine Mills
Executive Board C.W. Higgins
Classic Chevrolet / The Thompson Group Chairman of the Board
Paul Slechta
Panda Embroidery Chairman Elect
Perry Leonard
Blagg Tire & Service Immediate Past Chair
Scott Summers Club Car, LLC Treasurer
Steve Haley
Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center VC-Business Partnerships
RaDonna Hessel
Grapevine Chamber of Commerce CEO
Ex-Officio P.W. McCallum
Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau
Bruno Rumbelow City of Grapevine
Dr. Robin Ryan
Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District
Carolyn Sims
County Commissioner, Tarrant County Precinct 3
GRAPEVINE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 817-481-1522 email: info@GrapevineChamber.org
Ambassador of the Month – Carlos Merla Carlos Merla is the Managing Partner of the Merla Leadership Group and the Center for Professional Advancement. His companies offer group Leadership and Professional Development Training, along with individual Executive Coaching. Carlos is also a published author of The Core Events of Leadership and has a second book due in March titled, Level 300 Executive Coaching. In his workshops, he shares two decades of senior leadership roles in Information Technology and his extensive international business experience from Latin America, Asia, UAE and Europe. Carlos is a Certified Executive Coach, Professional Speaker and Master Certified Coach Trainer who works with a variety of business sectors at every level of the organization to include CEO’s, CIO’s and CMO’s. He can be contacted at (682) 551-4020 or Carlos@Merlaleadership.com.
Networking Opportunities Business Over Coffee Morning Networking Group 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month, 8 a.m.
The Original Pancake House 1505 William D. Tate Ave. Grapevine, TX 76051
Business Builders Lunch Networking Group
2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month, 11:30 a.m.
22nd Annual Classic Chili Cook Off Tuesday, Nov. 11, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
The Olive Garden
Classic Chevrolet
301 Hwy. 114 W. Grapevine, TX 76051
Near Classic Pre-Owned 2501 William D. Tate Ave. Grapevine, TX 76051
There will not a meeting Nov. 26!
Live Music, Chili Tasting, People’s Choice Award & T-Shirt Sales Benefiting Local Veterans!
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Make Your Business Simply Irresistible Nov. 7 The Chamber’s Business Insight Series continues November 7, with Andrew Szabo, The Marketing Chef™, speaking on the topic of Simply Irresistible!!! … Positioning Yourself with Purpose and Profitability. The Business Insight Series is designed for individual employees, managers or business owners who are interested in improving or developing their business skills. Each day you and your target audience are bombarded with an estimated 5,000 messages. How many do you remember from yesterday? How do you cut through the noise with your product or service offering? In this session, Andrew will give you a marketing recipe that is proven, actionable and implementable. You’ll walk away with the necessary steps to: • Carve out a positioning that’s both differentiated and profitable • Create a value proposition that communicates value • Capitalize on the most overlooked key to creating “simply irresistible®” demand The Business Insight Series will be at Cowboys Golf Club in Grapevine, with check-in and registration from 7:30 – 8 a.m. and the program from 8 – 9:30 a.m. Registration is required, and the cost is $15 for Grapevine Chamber members and $20 for non-members. Register online on the Chamber’s Events Calendar or call (817) 481-1522. Questions? Contact Director of Business Development, Michael Miori, at (817) 481-1522 or michael@grapevinechamber.org.
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facilitates leadership and team retreats for businesses and community organizations. Kent is also a frequent seminar leader and keynote speaker for professional conferences, and banquets and dinners. Make plans to attend the luncheon at the Grapevine Convention Center, located at 1209 S. Main St. (at the corner of Vine St. & Municipal Way). The cost is $20 with a reservation by 5 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 11, or $25 after that date. There is a $5 fee for invoicing, and all reservations not canceled by 1 p.m. the Wednesday of the luncheon will be billed. Reservations can be made by contacting the Grapevine Chamber at (817) 481-1522, emailing info@grapevinechamber.org or visiting the Chamber website’s Events Page.
You Can’t Complain if You Don’t Vote! The November 4th election is very soon, and if recent elections are any indication, voter apathy threatens to put local initiatives and campaigns in the hands of very few voters, some of which are uninformed on the critical issues facing Grapevine. Due to the excessively low turnout in the 2014 spring elections, the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce is embarking on a voter engagement campaign along with other Chambers throughout the State of Texas. Our goal is to encourage local employers to help inform and educate employees on issues important to their business interests and motivate them to vote. Some of the motivational tools could be giving employees an extra hour at lunch or letting them off work an hour early for early voting. Your Grapevine Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has moved to support Proposition 1 on the ballot. To learn more about this proposition, visit www. MoveTexasForward.com. Please help us better engage voters in the future of this region and state by sharing this information with your friends, family, employees and co-workers. Remind everyone that you can’t complain if you don’t vote!
WIN MONEY for Attending the Luncheon!
Those in attendance at the October Membership Luncheon saw the “Must Be Present to Win” Drawing continue its climb to $1,850. Each month at the Chamber’s Membership Luncheon, the drawing grows as long as the person whose name is called is not in attendance. All you have to do is show up! How easy is that? All Chamber members’ names are in the drawing, sponsored by the First Financial Bank, NA. Cash in on your membership investment by attending the monthly luncheon for your chance to win! www.grapevinechamber.org N O V E M B E R 2014 l 3
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If you are looking to permanently move your business or office to Grapevine or you need assistance in helping to relocate your business, Dan Truex, Grapevine Economic Development Specialist, can help you find the perfect office, building or site to suit your needs. You can reach Dan by calling 817-410-3153 or email: Dant@grapevinetexas.gov. 4 l N O V E M B E R 20 1 4 www.grapevinechamber.org
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NOMINATION FORM
Grapevine Chamber Community Awards Hosted by the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce
Celebrating the Community Spirit of Grapevine by Recognizing Outstanding Contributions from its Citizens and Businesses Categories: (Criteria listed on back of this form along with previous recipients. Use separate form for each nomination and attach any additional pages needed for nomination.) NOMINATIONS MUST BE TURNED INTO THE CHAMBER BY DECEMBER
Don Ramey Community Spirit Ted Willhoite Legacy Award D. E. Box Citizen of the Year
12, 2014– 200 Vine St., Grapevine, TX 76051
**Business Hall of Fame **Member of the Year
**Nominee must be a Grapevine Chamber member investor. Nominees for the Don Ramey Community Spirit, Ted Willhoite Legacy Award and D.E. Box Citizen of the Year are sought from the entire community. All award winners are selected via secret ballot by the Grapevine Chamber’s Board of Directors, as well as past award winners.
Nominee: ________________________________________________________________ Nominee’s Business: _______________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________ State: ________________ Zip: ____________ Nominee’s Phone Number: (_____) ___________________ Nominated by: ____________________________________________________________ Nominator’s Phone Number: (_____) __________________ Nominee’s Qualifications: ______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ www.grapevinechamber.org N O V E M B E R 2014 l 5
D. E. Box Citizen of the Year: A Grapevine resident for five years prior to nomination, or a member of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce for five years prior to nomination. An individual who has voluntarily and sincerely given of their time and leadership through an overall community development program—working together to improve the economic, civic, and cultural well-being of the Grapevine area. Time devoted must be given of a person’s own free will. The CHAIRMAN of the Chamber of Commerce and the PRESIDENT of the Women’s Division of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce shall not be eligible for selection. 2013 – Gary & Cynthia Blankenship, 2012 – Rocky Gribble, 2011 – Neva Frymire, 2010 – Burl Gilliam, 2009-Duff O’Dell, 2008/09-Sandra Kay Tate, 2008Joe & Balla Wright, 2007-Rodney & Peggy Smith, 2006-Dennis Roberts, 2005-Mark Stanfield, 2004-P. W. McCallum, 2003-Melva Stanfield, 2002-Jerry Pittman, 2001-Ted Ware, 2000-Cecelia Cunningham Box, 1999-Ken Johnson, 1998-Bernice Hatcher, 1997-Gary Blagg, 1996-Kathee Livengood, 1995Phil Parker, 1994-Ted Willhoite, 1993-Drs. Ed & Minnie Lee Lancaster, 1992-Bob Burrus, 1991-Clydene Johnson, 1990-Jack Dortch, 1989-Roy Stewart, 1988-Don Armstrong, 1987-Marion Brekken, 1986-Jim Hancock, 1985-Sharon Taylor, 1984-Lynn Eggers, 1983-Riney Jordan, 1982-Sue Franks, 1981Mike Davis, 1980-Aulton Mullendore, 1979-Doil Dalton, 1978-Jake Greener, 1977-E. A. Preacher Florence, 1976-William D. Tate, 1975-Mr. And Mrs. Bill Yancey, 1974-Pat Stinson, 1973-Dr. Don Gershick, 1972-Madeline Hemley, 1971-Bill Powers, 1970-Mrs. Tip Johnson, 1969-Bill Reed, 1968-Dr. O. C. “Mike” Taylor, 1967-J. R. “Jim” Armstrong, 1964-Dr. Ira E. Woods, 1958-Joe Clark, 1957-D. E. Box Business Hall of Fame: A Grapevine Chamber of Commerce member and long time area business that has made outstanding contributions not only to the Grapevine Chamber but to the community as well. The business should have been organized as a business (sole proprietor, partnership or corporation) for not less than five years and be easily accessible to area residents. No distinction shall be made between locally owned or outside owned businesses as long as all other criteria are met. The business need not be physically in the city limits of Grapevine as long as it is a member in good standing of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce and serves the Grapevine trade area. The business must subscribe to fair and honest business practices and strive to promote Grapevine to the surrounding Grapevine trade area. This business should be managed and operated in such a manner as to make the maximum contribution it is capable of to this area tax base, including property tax, school tax, and sales tax, both city and state where applicable. The owner/manager must have shown co-operation toward Grapevine Chamber projects and activities, as well as being supportive of city programs and civic group activities. The owner/manager will have also encouraged employees to be active in Grapevine Chamber programs and civic activities that resulted in visible benefits to the city. 2013 – NJ Graphic Design, Inc., 2012 – Panda Embroidery, 2011 – Esparza’s Resaurante Mexicano, 2010 – Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, 2009-Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine, 2008/09-Fox Rental, 2008-Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center, 2007-Bank of the West, 2006-Stacy Furniture, 2005-Structures and Interiors, Inc., 2004-Jon Michael Franks, Attorney, 2003-Wright Development Co., Inc., 2002-Lifetime Benefits Insurance, 2001-Southern Refractories, Inc., 2000-Box Insurance Agency, 1999-Dennis Electric, 1998-Mike Davis Insurance Agency, 1997Payton-Wright Ford, 1996-Roy Stewart Properties, 1995-Classic Chevrolet, 1994-Grapevine Truck Leasing, 1993-Super Shuttle DFW, 1992-Blagg Tire & Service, 1991-Guest Furniture, 1990-The Grapevine Sun, 1989-Willhoite’s Restaurant, 1988-Burrus Supermarket, 1987-Mesco Metal Buildings, 1986American Bank of Commerce, 1985-Off Main Street Gallery, 1984-Jack Dortch Insurance, 1983-First National Bank of Grapevine Member of the Year: A Grapevine Chamber of Commerce member and has exhibited outstanding contributions to the Grapevine Chamber, City of Grapevine and Civic organizations during the past year. The business should have been organized as a business (sole proprietor, partnership or corporation) for at least one year and be easily accessible to area residents. No distinction shall be made between locally owned or outside owned businesses as long as other criteria are met. The business need not be physically in the city limits of Grapevine as long as it is in good standing of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce and serves the Grapevine trade area. The business must subscribe to fair and honest business practices and strive to promote Grapevine to the surrounding Grapevine trade area. This business should be managed and operated in such a manner as to make the maximum contribution it is capable of to this area tax base, including property tax, school tax, and sales tax, both city and state where applicable. The owner/manager must have shown co-operation toward Grapevine Chamber projects and activities, as well as being supportive of the city programs and civic group activities that resulted in visible benefits to the city of Grapevine. 2013 – Panda Embroidery, 2012- Allied Waste / Republic Waste Services, 2011 – Blagg Tire & Service, 2010 – Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, 2009-Classic Chevrolet/The Thompson Group, 2008/09-Verizon, 2008-Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, 2007-Classic Chevrolet Hummer, 2006-Bank of the West, 2005-Paradise Cove at Lake Grapevine, Inc., 2004-Integrated Digital Solutions, 2003-Structures and Interiors, Inc., 2002-Stacy Furniture and Berkey’s Heating Plumbing and Air Conditioning Don Ramey Community Spirit Award: Individual/individuals that over a period of time have contributed outstanding leadership and devotion to the community. Recipients must be a resident of Grapevine or own or manage a business in Grapevine. The individual/individuals should strive to promote the community as a wonderful place to live and work. They should exhibit fair and honest business practices and should be a respected leader/leaders in the community. They should be recognized as an outstanding ambassador for Grapevine. 2013 – Theresa Mason, 2012 – Chris Reyher, 2011 – Shelley Ruddick, 2010 – Rocky Gribble, 2009-Dennis Slechta, 2008/09-Pam & Lee Roy McCain, 2008-Edith Pewitt, 2007-Gayle Hall, 2006-Kathee Livengood, 2005-Izak Gregory, 2004-Don Bigbie, 2003-Martin Thompson, 2002-P. W. McCallum, 2001Bill and Kathrine Brink, 2000-Bill Powers Ted Willhoite Legacy Award: Recognizes an individual/individuals for their lasting personal contribution resulting in the culmination of an enduring legacy that has made the community of Grapevine a better place to live. This award recognizes distinguished individuals who are champions of responsible change, who posses a pioneering spirit, or demonstrates inventiveness to inspire and educate others. 2013 – Shane Wilbanks, 2012 – Tricia Wood, 2011 – Janice Kane, 2010 – Phil Parker, 2009-Roy Stewart, 2008/09-Clydene Johnson, 2008-Ted and Gloria Ware, 2007-Harland and Inez Jewett, 2006-Mary Virginia Simmons, 2005-Dr. Ed Lancaster, 2004-Ted Willhoite (posthumous)
****************************************************** Please return nomination form by December 12, 2014 to: 200 Vine St., Grapevine, TX 76051 or fax to (817) 424-5208 These awards will be presented at the Grapevine Chamber Annual Awards Event For any questions call the Grapevine Chamber office at (817) 481-1522
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New Members: September Chipotle
Fork That Foods Inc.
(469) 444-6318 2225 E. Grapevine Mills Cir. Grapevine, TX 76051 Restaurants
(954) 856-7335 38 Sonora Dr Trophy Club, TX 76262 Food Services
Shelly Martinez
Choice Homecare
Holden Plumbing
(817) 310-0056 4501 Merlot Avenue, Ste. 200 Grapevine, TX 76051 Home Health Services
(972) 247-6468 P.O. Box 1428 Coppell, TX 75019 Plumbing Services
Katrina Lanier
MassMutual North Texas Financial Group
Sherry White
(972) 345-6600 550 Bailey Avenue, Ste. 750 Fort Worth, TX 76107 Financial Advisors & Related Services
Amanda Holden
Memories Made Events, LLC Lisa Robinson
Le Spa Fit
(817) 946-7249 3010 Old Mill Run Grapevine, TX 76051 Consulting Services
(682) 710-3063 1920 Wood Crest Dr Grapevine, TX 76051 Health, Wellness & Nutrition
Daizha Petersma
Lending Edge Mortgage
(972) 539-1600 4931 Long Prairie Road, Ste. 100 Flower Mound, TX 75028 Physicians & Surgeons
(817) 485-4155 500 Grapevine Hwy., Ste. 402 Hurst, TX 76054 Mortgage Companies
Brad Scott
(888) 479-4745 PMB 214 2225 W. Southlake Blvd. Ste. 423 Southlake, TX 76092 Event and Entertainment Productions
Smart Start, Inc. Jim Ballard
FamCare Clinic of North Texas Saira Jamal
Jazmin Velazquez
Cindy Knight
Executive Exit Solutions Jack Beam
The Grapevine Dentist
(817) 251-9777 1600 W. Northwest Hwy., Ste. 300 Grapevine, TX 76051 Dentists
The Kirksey Group
Benny Kirksey
(817) 637-1508 2400 Houston Oaks Ct. Grapevine, TX 76051 Business Broker
Yuliya Bakalo, Realtor Yuliya Bakalo
(817) 908-3717 1529 Sugar Creek Dr. Carrollton, TX 75007 Real Estate Agents & Brokers
(800) 880-3394 500 E. Dallas Rd Grapevine, TX 76051 Breath Alcohol Analyzer
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Ribbon Cuttings ANGELS’ ATTIC Sara VeDepo
1635 W. Northwest Hwy. Grapevine, TX 76051 (817) 251-9451
GLOBALEYES
Brooke Gummow 1000 Texan Trail, #155 Grapevine, TX 76051 (817) 372-2614
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SHERWIN-WILLIAMS Calvin Sumner
1303 West Northwest Hwy., Ste. A Grapevine, TX 76051 (817) 481-5494
SMART START, INC. Jim Ballard
500 E. Dallas Rd Grapevine, TX 76051 (972) 621-0252
CHIPOTLE
Shelly Martinez 2225 E. Grapevine Mills Cir. Grapevine, TX 76051 (469) 444-6318
THE GRAPEVINE DENTIST Jazmin Velazquez
1600 W. Northwest Hwy., Ste. 300 Grapevine, TX 76051 (817) 251-9777
The FIRST Holiday Party of the Season is the Holiday Hoedown, Nov. 14! Chamber Members - Are you ready for the 2014 Holiday Hoedown? We have moved the date up so we are the FIRST Holiday Party of the season! Make plans to join us Friday, November 14, at Austin Ranch at Hilton DFW Lakes. The evening will start at 6:30 p.m. with registration. There will be lots of different ways to have fun and contribute to our cause! I have a free ticket to attend the Holiday Hoedown - valued at $60 - to the FIRST person that emails me at casey@boxinsurance.com and correctly describes one of the programs for which all of the Women’s Division fundraising efforts go toward. Women’s Division Executive committee -you are ineligible! Now, if you win and you were already planning on going, please pass on to another person. We need as many people as we can to come so we can raise the much needed funds! You can also buy tickets online at www.grapevinechamber-womensdiv.com.
AT THE EVENT, WE WILL HAVE:
• Cornhole Tournament - $10 per entry • Beer Slide Competition - $10 per entry • Chowdown Showdown Restaurant Gift Card Pull - $25 per pull • Old Timey Photos (With Props!) • Artwork painted live at the event to be auctioned off live, with many other great packages on both the live and big board auctions • Yummy Food Stations, including a gourmet macaroni and cheese bar!
And before I go, I must thank our sponsors, without which, we could not make this event happen! If you are in the market for any of the services these wonderful businesses are in, please consider using them first! These are the businesses that make it happen in Grapevine! PRESENTING SPONSOR Box Insurance Agency
52 CARD GAME SPONSOR Frost Bank
LIVE ART/AUCTION SPONSOR Bank of the West
VENUE SPONSOR Austin Ranch at DFW Lakes
ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR GCISD Education Foundation/Janice & John Kane
BEER SLIDE SPONSOR 91 Design
BOOT SCOOTIN’ SPONSORS Community Impact News; CW Higgins; Wright Development Co, Inc.; LegacyTexas Bank; Grapevine CVB; RANCH HAND SPONSORS GCISD Education Foundation/Janice & John Kane; Terry Bouton, CPA; Panda Embroidery; Jan & Dennis Luers; Wayne Paul Frank, Attorneys at Law; Clydene & Ken Johnson; Tracy Southers/WordPlay Public Relations & Marketing; Rapid Refill Ink; Shane & Paula Wilbanks; Premier Bank Texas; Blagg Tire & Service; Southwest Bank; Anonyomous; Interiors by Marci; MIG Real Estate; Dr. Jason Moore Chiropractic; Northstar Bank of Texas; Traci Hutton, Attorney at Law; Nexus Advisors-Judy Sherman; In Kind Sponsors: Our Great City, and Impact Signs & Graphics
Woman of the Year Nominations Now Being Accepted! Nominations are now being accepted for the Women’s Division 2014 Woman of the Year. This prestigious honor recognizes a woman who has distinguished herself through her time and efforts and outstanding involvement benefiting the Grapevine community. The nominee must live or work in Grapevine or be a member of the Women’s Division of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce. The current Chair and the immediate past Chair of the Women’s Division are not eligible. The 2014 Woman of the Year will be presented at the Annual Grapevine Chamber of Commerce Community Awards Banquet in January. To nominate a deserving woman for this honor, complete the 2014 Woman of the Year Nomination Form that is posted on the Women’s Division of the Grapevine Chamber website at www.grapevinechamber-womensdiv.com. Nominations must be in writing, may be emailed or mailed, and must be received by Friday, December 12, 2014. For more information, contact Idell Bowker at (817) 320-9358. Casey Hege
2014 Chair of the Women’s Division of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce
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To Our Renewing Members Adam Smith’s Texas Harley
Devin Designs Florist
MIG Real Estate Services
Tastefully Yours Catering
(817) 267-2646 1839 Airport Fwy. Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 421-2043 457 E. Northwest Hwy. Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 719-0280 2150 W. Northwest Hwy., #114-1175 Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 488-0896 1959 W. Southlake Blvd. Southlake, TX 76092
Terry Purdom
Adams Consulting Engineers, Inc. Rob Adams
(817) 328-3200 910 S. Kimball Southlake, TX 76092
Adolfson & Peterson Construction Jody Lee
(972) 387-1700 1900 Firman Dr., #700 Richardson, TX 75081
Alpha Wellness Center Janelle Perkins, D.C.
(817) 251-9828 1340 S. Main Street, Suite 305 Grapevine, TX 76051
Branding Resources, Inc. Matt Carnes
(817) 722-8811 661 Industrial Blvd. Grapevine, TX 76051
Brink, Bill & Kathrine Bill Brink
(817) 488-0407 3023 Columbine Grapevine, TX 76051
Buchanan Technologies, Inc. Robert Venable
(972) 869-3966 1026 Texan Trail Grapevine, TX 76051
Cantey Hanger LLP Caroline Harrison
(817) 878-6000 600 W. 6th Street, Suite 300 Fort Worth, TX 76102
Carolyn Pollack Sterling Jewelry Deborah Ebeling
(817) 778-1380 Inside Gaylord Texan Resort & Conv. Ctr. 1501 Gaylord Trail, #1191 Grapevine, TX 76051
Comfort Inn Peggy Chavez
(817) 329-9300 301 Capitol St. Grapevine, TX 76051
Darla Denton
Justin Mason
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
Mustang Elite Carwash & Lube Center
(817) 778-1000 1501 Gaylord Tr. Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 421-6088 2125 Ira E. Woods Ave. Grapevine, TX 76051
Vicki Angell
Eric Warden
Grapevine Craft Brewery
Northwest Crossing Center
(817) 823-7225 2150 W. Northwest Hwy., #114-1094 Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 481-8843 431 E. Northwest Hwy. Grapevine, TX 76051
Gary Humble
Marcus Wayland
Lisa Huszar
Terrawood
Casey Kelley
(972) 355-0336 3225 N. Grapevine Mills Blvd. Grapevine, TX 76051
Texas Toyota of Grapevine Bill Adkins
(817) 329-5949 701 State Hwy. 114 E. Grapevine, TX 76051
Grapevine Wine Tours, LLC
Paradise 4 Paws
The George & Noonan Real Estate Group
(817) 259-9463 14755 Preston Rd. Suite 823 Dallas, TX 75254
(972) 456-0010 3010 N Airfield Dr. DFW Airport, TX 75261
(817) 410-8769 221 E. Southlake Blvd. Southlake, TX 76092
Kelli Sattler
Johanna Newcomb
Troy George
HBank Texas
Primerica Financial Services
The Vine Family Chiropractic
(817) 421-1212 4501 William D. Tate Ave. Grapevine, TX 76051
(254) 423-6920 2701 Brown Trail, #303 Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 421-0800 230 N. Park Blvd., #104 Grapevine, TX 76051
Paula V. Turner
Carolyn Ezell
Kelsey Brown
Kiss It Good Buy
Priority Signs and Graphics
TLC Realty, Inc.
(817) 481-9754 150 N. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 260-0700 2838 Market Loop, #104 Southlake, TX 76092
(817) 358-8600 4100 Heritage Ave., Suite 105 Grapevine, TX 76051
Lisa Crafton
Curt Horak
Becky Fitzek
Land Air Express (Kafco), Inc.
Rising Point Solutions, LLC
Tom Thumb
(817) 481-5858 1061 E. Northwest Hwy., #100 Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 510-9800 4851 Merlot Ave., #540 Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 481-5669 302 S. Park Blvd. Grapevine, TX 76051
James Burleson
Natalie Nicholson
Steve Smith
Lipscomb, Davis & Company
SALTGRASS STEAK HOUSE
Wm Stukey & Associates, LLC
(817) 481-9572 210 W. College St., #100 Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 329-1900 102 Hwy. 114 E. Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 481-3265 1705 W. Northwest Hwy., #220 Grapevine, TX 76051
Gus Linthicum
Joey Batey
Lucas Funeral Home
Spencer, Sharron
(817) 488-7567 700 West Wall Street Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 488-6168 3214 Wintergreen Ct. Grapevine, TX 76051
Jim Lucas
Sharron Spencer
Mi Dia From Scratch
Strait Financial Corporation
(817) 421-4747 1295 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 481-7046 410 E. Northwest Hwy. Grapevine, TX 76051
Gabriel DeLeon
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Lester J. Strait
William Stukey
November, 2014
Grapevine Chamber of Commerce
November Activities MONDAY
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Ribbon Cutting for Heartland Title
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11:30 a.m.
5:30 p.m.
The Original Pancake House
11:30 a.m.
AMP’T (Advancing Modern Professionals for Tomorrow) - Ron Holifield, CEO of Strategic Government Resources @ Location TBA
11:30 a.m.
Women’s Division Luncheon @ Stacy Furniture & Design
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Ribbon Cutting & Open House for Wells Fargo
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4 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Open House for Signarama Grapevine
Board of Directors Meeting @ Chamber
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Women’s Division Holiday Hoedown @ Austin Ranch at Hilton DFW Lakes
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Pediatric Care Alliance @ Chamber Economic Development Partnership Meeting @ City Hall
Ribbon Cutting for Family Wellness Chiropractic
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5:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Ambassadors Meeting @ Love and War in Texas
a.m. 18Business8Over Coffee @
11:30 a.m.
Membership Luncheon @ Grapevine Convention Center Program: Kent Hutchison Sponsor: Wells Fargo Caterer: Brio Tuscan Grille
Business Builders @ The Olive Garden
22nd Annual Classic Chili Cook-Off @ Classic Chevrolet (Near Classic Pre-Owned)
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Senior Services Alliance @ Chamber
Women’s Division Board Meeting @ Chamber
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Business Insight Series @ Cowboys Golf Club Andrew Szabo, The Marketing Chef™ - Simply Irresistible!!! Positioning Yourself with Purpose and Profitability
5:30 p.m.
Business Over Coffee @ The Original Pancake House
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Leadership Grapevine
5:30 p.m.
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Chamber Closed for Thanksgiving
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Grapevine Chamber of Commerce 200 Vine Street Grapevine, TX 76051
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