[New] GRAPEVINE CHAMBER PROGRAMS & EVENTS

Membership Luncheons 3rd Thursday, 11:30 a.m.

Grapevine Convention Center Corner of Vine St. & Municipal Way

Each Membership Luncheon is designed to provide networking, 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” drawing at the end of each luncheon.

Economic Development Partnership Meetings 4th Wednesday, 8 a.m. Blankenship Business Center

This meeting is a Chamber-City partnership to promote the area for new business, business expansion and retention, as well address concerns of local businesses, with reports on Economic Development, Planning & Zoning, transportation and more.

Ambassadors Committee 3rd Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. Blankenship Business Center This group is the welcoming arm of the Chamber, participating in ribbon cuttings, ground breakings and volunteering at various events.

Leadership Grapevine

August - May, 2nd

Thursdays

An innovative leadership development program, by the Chamber and City of Grapevine, Leadership Grapevine offers citizens and community leaders the opportunity to learn about municipal government, economic development, cultural opportunities, health and safety, and much more.

Grapevine

Casino Night August 25, 2023

The biggest party of the year, raising funds for Chamber operations and programs, presented by the Past Chairman’s Advisory Council, featuring casino-style games, food and fun!

Business After Hours Mixers

Monthly, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Various locations

These casual, evening networking events introduce Chamber members to the host organization, while providing a great networking opportunity.

Grapevine Chamber Golf Tournament

First Monday in October

This annual tournament offers networking opportunities with members or clients. With morning and afternoon tee times, the tournament offers a number of sponsorship opportunities for business marketing.

Grapevine Young Professionals

Lunch- First Thursday, 11:45 a.m. Blankenship Business Center Mixers- Third Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. The Chamber’s Young Professionals group, is designed for Chamber members age 21-39 seeking to advance their career and professional development. They hold monthly luncheons and happy hours.

Grapevine Parade of Lights

First Thursday in December

Historic Grapevine Main St.

Beginning in 1979, the Parade of Lights is the largest lighted Christmas parade in North Texas. The Grapevine Chamber and the City of Grapevine, with the support of Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, work together to create the Annual Grapevine Parade of Lights.

Community Awards Banquet

January 26, 2023

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

New Member Orientations

Quarterly | 8:00 a.m. | Various Locations

New members receive an overview of the mission and goals of the organization from staff and current members.

Grapevine Job Fair

April | www.GrapevineJobFair.com

NTX Regional Job Fair October | www.NTXRegionalJobFair. com

The Grapevine Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with other local groups and organizations, hosts two job fairs each year to support the growing hiring needs of our local business community and Chamber members. With many of the Metroplex’s largest employers in Grapevine, these job fairs offer individuals in the community the opportunity to take the next step in their career.

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

Blankenship Business Center

These twice-monthly networking groups are open to any Chamber member. Each meeting has a time for spotlight speakers, as well as one-on-one networking.

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

Esparza’s Restaurante Mexicano

This monthly networking group allows attendees to connect directly with one another over a laid back lunch.

Senior Services Alliance

2nd Wednesday, 9 a.m.

Blankenship Business Center

A network of chamber businesses and organizations who provide products and services to seniors. The group gives members the opportunity to build their networks through referrals, education and support.

The Network

2nd Monday, 4 p.m.

Various Locations

The Network is a group focused on increasing skill sets necessary to compete in today’s business environment. The agenda is dynamic, the topics current, the content rewarding AND you must come prepared to participate! It’s fun, goes by quick and is a great way to get your week off to a great start!

Leadership Alumni Association

Leadership Graduates continue to network via quarterly events, and the opportunity to help plan and execute upcoming leadership days.

Legislative Council

The Grapevine Chamber of Commerce is not a PAC (Political Action Committee), but the organization uses its relationship with local, regional, state and national elected officials to inform the business investors on issues that impact their daily operations and bottom line. Working with other area leaders and organizations, the goal for the staff and Board of the Grapevine Chamber is to provide relevant updates and notifications on current legislation or actions of our elected officials so that our businesses can let their voices be heard as a part of the process, rather than mere observers.

To learn more, visit www. GrapevineChamber.org and click on “Government”