Grapevine Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
Business Matters 02-03
Networking Opportunities Save the Date Membership Event
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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Chamber Sponsors Community Award Form
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New Members
08-09
Luncheon Introductions Women’s Division
December, 2016
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Renewing Members December Calendar
Rocky Gribble & “The Woods” to Perform Christmas Show, Dec. 15 - Donations Accepted for GRACE! The Grapevine Chamber is proud to have legendary Grapevine musician Rocky Gribble & “The Woods” perform at the December Membership Luncheon, sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Medial Center - Grapevine and catered by il Calabrese. The luncheon will be Thursday, December 15, at 11:30 a.m., at the Grapevine Convention Center. Donations of food, clothing and toys will be collected on behalf of GRACE. Visit www. GRACEgrapevine.org to find a list of food pantry needs! Also, officers from the Grapevine Police Department will be joining us at the luncheon as our way to thank them for their work
serving our community! The son of a West Texas cotton farmer, Rocky Gribble’s musical roots began when he first picked up his dad’s guitar at the age of thirteen. Before he turned fourteen, Rocky was making weekly television appearances on a country music show in Lubbock, Texas. His high school years in Post, Texas were dotted with awards recognizing his talents on the guitar. A Bachelor of Arts degree in music from Southern Nazarene University in 1974 would soon follow as Rocky embarked on a career in his first love. His abilities on the electric lead guitar, acoustic rhythm guitar, nylon string classical guitar, five string banjo and mandolin keep him
Reflecting on 2016
As 2016 winds down, it’s appropriate to reflect on this past year and give thanks for the many blessings we have received. To be associated with such a dynamic Chamber of Commerce and an equally dynamic business community is truly a blessing. Look no further than our recent Membership Event to see validation
of these blessings. Having not done such an event in nearly 20 years in Grapevine, no one was sure what kind of results to expect, but when it was all said and done, I can state unequivocally this membership drive exceeded all expectations! I am proud to say that nearly 250 business professionals from our community volunteered their time during this three-day drive, and
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busy contributing to the music of countless singers and songwriters. 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 $25 with a reservation by 5 p.m., Tuesday, December 13, or $40 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. Please note that the late registration and walk-in fee has been increased to $40, and please register early! 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.
your Grapevine Chamber added 326 new members! It is incredibly inspirational to see a business community support an event and the overwhelming response to their tremendous efforts! In addition, the Grapevine Chamber Women’s Division continues its charitable initiatives for our community with their Continued on page 2
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