2019 Grapevine Chamber of Commerce Program of Work & Membership Investment

2019

Program of Work & Membership Investment

www.GrapevineChamber.org

ABOUT THE CHAMBER

AMPT - Young Professionals 1st Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.

AMP’T (Advancing Modern Professionals for Tomorrow) is the Grapevine Chamber’s Young Professionals group, designed for Chamber members age 21-39 seeking to advance their careers through networking and professional development. Additional social and volunteer opportunities scheduled throughout the year.

Economic Development Partnership Meeting

4th Wednesday, 8 a.m. @ Grapevine City Hall, Council Chambers This monthly meeting is a partnership between Chamber member businesses and the City of Grapevine to promote the area for new business, business expansion and retention, as well as to address concerns of local businesses. At each meeting a different guest speaker shares about an upcoming project or a topic of community interest.

Grapevine Family Alliance 4th Tuesday, 9 a.m. @ Chamber Office

Focusing on children’s health, education and welfare, this is a consortium of Chamber member businesses that provide products or services for children (through age 18). The purpose of the group is to develop a network of service providers and create joint promotion opportunities.

Senior Services Alliance 2nd Wednesday, 9 a.m. @ Chamber Office

The Senior Services Alliance is a consortium of Chamber member businesses that provide products / services for senior adults, offering them the ability to develop a network of service providers for their clients and joint promotional opportunities.

Women’s Division

www.GrapevineChamber-WomensDiv.com $40 Women’s Division Dues

Since 1965, the Women’s Division of the Grapevine Membership Luncheon Chamber has focused on fostering the spirit of 3rd Thursday, 11:30 a.m. charitable giving and economic development @ Grapevine Convention Center among the women of the Grapevine area. We aim to enable everyone to contribute to the advancement Each Membership Luncheon is designed of the civic, business, and educational interests in to provide education, motivation and upthe community. dates to Chamber members. Recent new Women’s Division Programs: members to the Chamber are introduced • School Supplies - Collection and distribution the first time they attend, and there is a “Must Be Present to Win” cash drawing at of school supplies to GCISD families in need the end of each luncheon.

• Christmas Spirit - Collection and distribution to senior adults and the disabled in Grapevine Women’s Division Events: • Monthly Luncheon - 2nd Tuesday, 11:45 a.m.

New Member Breakfast • Great Taste of Grapevine (Spring) st 1 Wednesday, Quarterly, 8 a.m.

• Elves on the Run 5K & Fun Run (Winter) Each New Member Breakfast offers new members * Volunteer Opportunity of the Chamber the opportunity to receive an overview of the mission and goals of the Legislative Advisory Council organization from current members, while also This Council will review legislation considered by providing a time for one-on-one networking with local, state, or national governments impacting our fellow new members. businesses and if deemed appropriate will ask the

By Invitation Only Board to be involved through resolutions, letters or action.

NETWORKING EVENTS

Community Awards Banquet January

This annual event honors deserving businesses and individuals who have provided leadership and support for the Chamber, as well as the City of Grapevine.

Grapevine Chamber Golf Classic October With morning and afternoon tee times, the annual tournament offers a number of sponsorship opportunities for business marketing, as well as networking opportunities for your business. * Volunteer Opportunity Grapevine Casino Night August

The Grapevine Chamber’s Past Chairmen’s Council hosts this annual fund raising event, a casual evening of casino style games, food and fun.

Leadership Grapevine August - May $600 members/$750 non-members

An innovative leadership development program that offers citizens and community leaders the opportunity to learn about municipal government, economic development, cultural opportunities, transportation, health and safety, and much more.

Grapevine United Charities Grapevine United Charities is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with the purpose of raising funds to the benefit of assisting with charitable, educational and other activities in our community. Current programs benefiting from this organization include Leadership Grapevine Alumni Association, KL Scholarship Fund for adult women, and Battered and Beautiful. Learn more at

www.GrapevineUnitedCharities.org

Business After Hours Mixers Various times Monthly, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

These networking events serve to introduce an opportunity to build a network of local contacts.

Business Over Coffee 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 8 a.m.

This morning networking group has a time for spotlight speakers, as well as one-on-one networking.

The Network 2nd Monday, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Business Builders 4th Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.

This lunch networking group has a time for spotlight speakers, as well as one-on-one networking.

Learn the best practices of how to network while networking.

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ABOUT THE CHAMBER

Chamber Goals Stewardship - Prosperity

JOB FAIRS

Grapevine Job Fair - April www.GrapevineJobFair.com

NTX Regional Job Fair- October www.NTXRegionalJobFair.com In partnership with local groups and organizations, the Grapevine Chamber hosts two job fairs each year to support the growing hiring needs of our local business community. With many of the Metroplex’s largest employers in Grapevine, these job fairs offer a great opportunity for Chamber members to find their next great employee and connect with the community.

DFW Procurement Fair and Veterans Summit The annual Procurement Fair connects large businesses and corporations in need of goods and services with a speed dating of sorts for small to medium sized businesses.

CHAMBER BENEFITS Login to the Chamber website to: • Register and pay for events • Post job openings to the Chamber’s online job board • Promote Hot Deals to boost your business’ promotions • Share community events on the Chamber’s online calendar • Pay invoices quickly and easily online • Chamber Board Room usage FREE Basic Listing in online directory: • Description of business • Keywords for search • Links to Social Media • Hours of operation • Driving directions $180 Enhanced Listing in online directory: • Business logo and photo slideshow • Embedded YouTube video player • Expanded business description • Additional keywords for search • Bulleted highlights content area • Logo, website link and short description in search results

Ambassadors 3rd Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.

The Chamber’s Ambassadors are the welcoming arm of the Chamber, with members promoting their business by participating in ribbon cuttings, grand openings, and volunteering at various events.

Main Street Fest & GrapeFest

The Chamber hosts a Concession Trailer and Beer Booth each year at these major City of Grapevine events, providing a means of networking and advertising for members, while raising funds for the Chamber’s initiatives. * Volunteer Opportunity

Grapevine Parade of Lights

1st Thursday in December, 7 p.m.

The Chamber hosts the Annual Grapevine Parade of Lights with Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, CVB, supporting the City of Grapevine’s Christmas Free with the the MemberPlus App, on iPhone, and Android devices, the Grapevine Chamber is Capital of Texas® campaign. mobile: • Business Directory • Hot Deals • Event Calendar • Event Registration

To use visionary stewardship of the Grapevine Chamber’s assets, both financial and intellectual, to strengthen the economic prosperity of all stakeholders.

Business Partnership To build strong partnerships through relevant, essential programs and opportunities.

Leadership To have strong and progressive leadership for the Grapevine Chamber, and for the organization to be a model and recognized leader of the business community.

Mission Promote business that adds value to our community

Vision A progressive business organization that brings relevant and essential opportunities for our investors and community to grow and prosper

Values Excellence, Innovation, Integrity & Community

Contact Us Address: 200 Vine St. Grapevine, Texas 76051 Phone: (817) 481-1522 info@GrapevineChamber.org www.GrapevineChamber.org

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CHAMBER STAFF

Chair Steve Brown Esparza’s Restaurante Mexicano

Chair - Elect LeAnn Brown Silver Oak Commercial Realty, LLC

Radonna Hessel CEO & Board of Directors Secretary

Immediate Past Chair Theresa Mason MIG Real Estate

Treasurer John Hood JLL

Michael Miori Vice President of Operations

VC-Business Partnerships Trudy Cresswell Grapevine Mills, A Simon Company

Jonathan Chance Foust & Son Funeral Home

Marti Pevehouse Director of Membership Development

Phil Cunningham Great Wolf Lodge

Bently Durant Classic Chevrolet

Natalie Thompson-Garner Manager of Membership Services

Thomas Egan Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center

Ana Erwin Community Impact Newspaper

Emily Nelson Communication & Marketing Coordinator

Chris Hamm Law Office of Christopher P. Hamm

Kosse Maykus Maykus Custom Homes

Robyn Mims Director of Programs & Events

Kevin McNamara Wise Guys Pizzeria

Travis Parker First Financial Bank, N.A.

David Sutton Kubota

CONTACT US

Bruce Whitlock Whitlock Building Services

Amanda Calongne State Representative Giovanni Capriglione Chief of Staff

Paul W. McCallum Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau Executive Director Ex-Officio

Ex-Officio

Sharon McCloskey Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, VP Customer Experience

Bruno Rumbelow City of Grapevine City Manager

Dr. Robin Ryan Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Superintendent

Chris York Baylor Regional Medical Center - Grapevine President

Ex-Officio

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Grapevine Chamber of Commerce 200 Vine Street, Grapevine, Texas 76051 Phone: (817) 481-1522 Email: info@GrapevineChamber.org Website: www.GrapevineChamber.org

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