2020
Program of Work & Membership Investment
www.GrapevineChamber.org
ABOUT THE CHAMBER
AMPT - Young Professionals 1st Thursdays, 11:45 a.m. Gary & Cynthia Blankenship Business Center AMPT: 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.
Senior Services Alliance
2nd Wednesday, 9 a.m. Gary & Cynthia Blankenship Business Center
This annual event honors deserving businesses The Senior Services Alliance is a consortium of and individuals who have provided leadership and Chamber member businesses that provide prod- support for the Chamber, as well as the City of ucts / services for senior adults, offering them the Grapevine. ability to develop a network of service providers for their clients and joint promotional opportunities. Grapevine Chamber Golf Classic
Women’s Division
Economic Development Partnership Meeting www.GrapevineChamber-WomensDiv.com 4th Wednesday, 8 a.m. Gary & Cynthia Blankenship Business Center 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.
Membership Luncheon
3rd Thursday, 11:30 a.m. @ Grapevine Convention Center Each Membership Luncheon is designed to provide education, motivation and updates to Chamber members. Recent new members to the Chamber are introduced the first time they attend, and there is a “Must Be Present to Win” cash drawing at the end of each luncheon.
Community Awards Banquet January
$40 Women’s Division Dues
Since 1965, the Women’s Division of the Grapevine Chamber has focused on fostering the spirit of charitable giving and economic development among the women of the Grapevine area. We aim to enable everyone to contribute to the advancement of the civic, business, and educational interests in the community. Women’s Division Programs: • School Supplies - Collection and distribution of school supplies to GCISD families in need • 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. • Great Taste of Grapevine (Spring) • Elves on the Run 5K & Fun Run (Winter) * Volunteer Opportunity
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.
Legislative Advisory Council This Council will review legislation considered by local, state, or national governments impacting our businesses and if deemed appropriate will ask the Grapevine United Charities New Member Breakfast Board to be involved through resolutions, letters Grapevine United Charities is a 501(c)3 non-profit 1st Wednesday, Quarterly, 8 a.m. or action. organization with the purpose of raising funds to Each New Member Breakfast offers new members the benefit of assisting with charitable, educational of the Chamber the opportunity to receive and other activities in our community. Current an overview of the mission and goals of the programs benefiting from this organization include organization from current members, while also Leadership Grapevine Alumni Association, KL providing a time for one-on-one networking with Scholarship Fund for adult women, and Battered fellow new members. and Beautiful. Learn more at By Invitation Only
www.GrapevineUnitedCharities.org
NETWORKING EVENTS
Business After Hours Mixers The Network Various times Monthly, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. 2nd Monday, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. These networking events serve to introduce Bob’s Steak & Chop House an opportunity to build a network of local Learn the best practices of how to networking. contacts. Business Over Coffee 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 8 a.m. Gary & Cynthia Blankenship Business Center This morning networking group has a time for spotlight speakers, as well as one-on-one networking.
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Business Builders Mesa Mexican Cuisine 4th Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. This lunch networking group has a time for spotlight speakers, as well as one-on-one networking.
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.
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
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. Gary & Cynthia Blankenship Business Center 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. Free with the the MemberPlus App, on iPhone, and Android devices, the Grapevine Chamber is mobile: • Business Directory • Hot Deals • Event Calendar • Event Registration
1st Thursday in December, 7 p.m. The Chamber hosts the Annual Grapevine Parade of Lights with Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, CVB, Gary & Cynthia Blankenship supporting the City of Grapevine’s Christmas Business Center Capital of Texas® campaign. Designed around the needs
of our Members and Committees. You can host your own workshops, meetings, network opportunities and more. To book your event, contact Robyn@grapevinechamber.org or 817-481-1522.
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
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CHAMBER STAFF
Chair LeAnn Brown Silver Oak Commercial Realty, LLC
Chair - Elect Phil Cunningham WhataShine Enterprises
Radonna Hessel CEO & Board of Directors Secretary
Immediate Past Chair Steve Brown Esparza’s Restaurante Mexicano
Treasurer Trudy Cresswell Grapevine Mills, A Simon Company
Michael Miori Vice President of Operations
VC-Business Partnerships Kevin McNamara Wise Guys Pizzeria
Jonathan Chance Foust & Son Funeral Home
Robyn Mims Director of Programs & Events
Thomas Egan Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
Ana Erwin Community Impact Newspaper
Natalie Thompson-Garner Manager of Membership Services
Dana Gibson Holiday Inn Express
Klint Guerry Sewell BMW of Grapevine
Emily Nelson Communication & Marketing Coordinator
Kosse Maykus Maykus Homes
Patrick McCoy Village Professional Painters
Emily McLendon Vari
Kelly Schwartz Legoland / SEAlife
Mike Ward Classic Chevrolet
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
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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
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CONTACT US 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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