Less waiting for emergency care (and a lot more care, if you need it).
In a medical emergency, every minute matters. So, at Longview Regional Medical Center, you’ll find faster care in the emergency room. We work diligently to have you initially seen by a medical professional* in 30 minutes – or less. And, with a team of dedicated medical specialists, we can provide a lot more care, if you need it.
The 30-Minutes-Or-Less E.R. Service Pledge – only at Longview Regional Medical Center.
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Building for the Future
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here is no doubt building an organization while executing its mission and vision in time of change can be challenging! Mission Statement: To engage in and promote projects that have a positive economic impact on the Longview Trade Area. Kelly Hall The last few months the President/CEO Longview Chamber of Commerce (LCC) has experienced considerable change with the loss of the Convention & Visitors Bureau and Main Street contracts. Four employees are no longer with our organization and their presence is missed! This season of change has exposed the realities of politics as well as revealed those individuals with great and extraordinary character. Trust during a challenging turn of events can be an issue but NOT in our case. The Chamber’s leadership team, led by Chairman Ken Cunningham, exemplifies the types of qualities an organization wants at its helm! Ken’s actions have revealed his “real” substance. His actions and intentions have showcased his gift of making wise choices. Ken’s ability to listen and understand the challenges which face the Chamber during a time of change has rallied board members, key stakeholders, staff and volunteers to work in alignment to ensure the Chamber remains healthy and strong to fulfill the mission and vision of the organization. Vision Statement: To be recognized as an effective resource, providing relevant, innovative, and impactful programming that ensures a healthy business climate and an enhanced quality of life for Longview and Gregg County. The LCC is committed to success and the leadership of the organization is committed to being The VOICE of Business! The strength of the Chamber comes from the members who invest their time, money, and resources to move Longview forward. The LCC membership is at an all-time high as is investment dollars. These elements combined provide the strength to elevate the status of the organization as we embark upon our Centennial Year Celebration in 2016! On behalf of our board and staff, I invite you to join us as we prepare for the next 100 years. With your continued support we know that together we can help create an economic environment that allows business to prosper. Leading Longview. People. Place. Prosperity. Our initiative is to achieve a stronger, more sustainable and prosperous local economy and improved quality of life in Longview. www.LongviewChamber.com
What’s Inside President’s Message................................ 3 Digital Marketing Tools Encourage Shop Local ............................. 4 Boat & RV Show 2016............................. 5 The Invisible Future................................. 6 Emerging Leaders Awards........................ 8 Amazing Success of TRC Sets a Strong Future................................ 9 Business Solutions Center Opens to Serve Chamber Members.................... 10 Senator Kevin Eltife Receives The Business Voice of Free Enterprise Award.. 10 Advocacy Digest.................................... 11 Ribbon Cuttings .................................... 12 New Members & Anniversaries................ 13 Calendar............................................... 14 Longview Progress Report is published bi-monthly by:
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“Leading Longview. People. Place. Prosperity. is the Chamber’s 2014 - 2016 strategic plan – to support existing businesses while creating jobs and the high quality opportunities Longview has to offer. By leveraging our many strengths, we believe we can improve the local economy and further enhance quality of life for Longview residents. Leading Longview gives our business leaders the framework for achieving these vital goals.” — Brad Tidwell, CEO, Citizens National Bank. For information on how to become more involved please reach out to me at 903.237.4004 or khall@longviewtx.com.
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SLN Digital Marketing Tools Encourage Shop Local
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he digital world is real and cannot be avoided. There are more cell phones in the world (4 million) than toothbrushes (3.5 million) which means more people use a cell phone than use a toothbrush. Not a pleasant thought but it is true.* Three out of four shoppers who find help on the internet are likely to visit the store.** Longview is being challenged because of lower sales tax revenues. This challenge means that it is important to get as many people as possible (both locals and visitors) to buy from businesses within Longview. As a small or large business owner, email marketing is 100% essential. Large businesses generally have this in hand but small businesses face a greater challenge to take this step. Wouldn’t it be great if there was an EASY and FREE email marketing platform? Well, thankfully, there is! Here are the top 6 reasons why your small business should be using Save Local Now’s email marketing. Email Marketing is Affordable With Save Local Now, it’s actually free if you are a member of the Longview Chamber of Commerce. We understand small business and we know that things are tight. One thing we often cut is our marketing budget; now, you won’t need to. Email Marketing is Easy You could get all fancy with email and make it into something complicated. With SLN, you don’t have to. Create a business promotion on your SLN platform and publish it. From there, it’s as simple as clicking on that little email icon and pushing it out to your personal distribution lists. Get creative and separate your lists; your messaging for new customers and repeat customers should be engaging and – most importantly – different. Email Marketing is Quick With SLN, you can share a published post to your email list in a matter of minutes. Our email platform does the work for you,
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bringing in your image and copy so you don’t have to. We’ve also integrated Google Maps into our responsive template (just to make it THAT much easier for consumers to find you). Email Marketing Delivers Retention You’re focused on improving customer experience and retention. Stats prove that email marketing is still the #1 way to do this. Make sure that when you’re sending out an email, you have something purposeful to say. Educate and reward the customers who open your emails every week. Customers Want Email Marketing Even in today’s fast paced world, email is still the preferred communication channel for consumers. With the hundreds of thousands of emails sent out every day, what will make yours different? Be creative, engaging, and honest. If they care about your brand (your product, your service, your staff) then they will open your email. Make sure they continue to. Email Marketing and ROI Email marketing delivers revenue. This revenue stems from sharing a message with your following and encouraging them to take action. Blindly sending emails to your distribution list won’t get you anywhere. Know your customers, watch their patterns, educate and reward them. Remember: you are a customer, as well. What email marketing messages stand out to you? What have you responded well to? Don’t be afraid to integrate what’s working for others into your marketing agenda. Every member of the Longview Chamber has access to a Shop Local Now account. If you are interested in more information or help on how to use SLN you will find tutorials on our website at: http://www.longviewchamber.com/ media/video-galleries/ or, call us at 903-237-4000.
*http://60secondmarketer.com/blog/2011/10/18/more-mobilephones-than-toothbrushes **https://www.thinkwithgoogle.com/articles/how-digital-connects-shoppers-to-local-stores.html
2015 Officers Ken Cunningham
Chairman of the Board Good Shepherd Health Systems
Brad Tidwell
Immediate Past Chairman of the Board Citizens National Bank
Wade Johnson
Chairman Elect Johnson & Pace, Inc.
Roy Eon
Chairman of Finance Texas Bank and Trust
Keith Honey
AEP Southwestern Electric Power Company
Ron Hutchison Network IP
Brett Lindig
SYSCO Food Services, LLC
Kelly Hall
Longview Chamber of Commerce
2015 Directors James Barron Barron’s
Kara Bolster STEMCO
Pat Britton
Eastman Chemical Company
David Hayes
Hayes RV Center
Sam Neale
AAON Coil Products Inc
Dana Parr
Copeland Insurance Group
John Ray
Lively Cadillac GMC
Tim Vaughn
TVaughn Builders LLC
2015 Appointed Directors Lester Lucy
Longview Economic Development Corporation
Judge Becky Simpson Dr. Ron Sones
LeTourneau University
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Staff Kelly Hall
President 903-237-4004 khall@longviewtx.com
Paul Anderson
Senior Vice President Director of Communications 903-237-4041 panderson@longviewtx.com
Leska Parker
Director of Development 903-918-1546 lparker@longviewtx.com
Suzanne Brown
Advocacy & Communications Director 903-237-4003 sbrown@longviewtx.com
Melissa Saunders
Business Development & Membership Director 903-237-4023 msaunders@longviewtx.com
Lisa Monsivais
Business/Office Manager 903-237-4013 lmonsivais@longviewtx.com
Courtney Gill
Young Entrepreneurs Academy Coordinator 903-452-7521 cgill@longviewtx.com
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he Boat & RV show is a great opportunity for boaters and the outdoor enthusiast to get special deals and incentives on new boats and RV’s as well as meet dealers and manufacturers. Not in the market for and RV or boat? This is a great place to get information on facilities and activities to enjoy the great outdoors. The Boat & RV Show will feature a great selection of campers, travel trailers, powerboats, luxury cruisers, fishing boats and accessories. The boat and RV dealers are offering special Pre-Season Savings and Show Specials in an indoor environment where you can see, touch and compare before you buy. The best part of the Boat & RV Show is having different Boat and RV dealers in one place for comparison shopping. All exhibits will be centrally located at Maude Cobb Activity Center. A great place to bring the kids to enjoy hands-on learning activities provided by the Gregg County 4-H Club in the Hayes RV Center Kids Adventure Camp. Chamber members can enjoy a sneak peak of the exhibitors at the Business after Hours on Thursday, January 28th —hosted by ABC Auto Parts
Boat & RV Show January 29, 30, & 31, 2016 Hours: Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am - 3:00pm
Admission: Adults $8.00 Adults 70 & Older $5.00 Kids 12 and Under FREE
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Gold Sponsors LONGVIEW
NISSAN
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Wristband Sponsor
Eastman Credit Union Kids Adventure Camp Sponsor
Hayes RV
Food Court Sponsor
R & H Machine
Amy Canton
Leadership Longview Coordinator 903-261-7125 acanton@longviewtx.com
Shalee Faircloth
Information Services Coordinator 903-237-4000 sfaircloth@longviewtx.com
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The Invisible Future
hat does 2016 represent? A new beginning – a fresh start! That’s right: the Longview Chamber of Commerce (LCC) is embarking into the invisible future preparing for the next 100 years while celebrating the many successes of 1916 – 2016. History has proven the LCC knows how to create success! As the leadership prepares for their year-long centennial celebration they are also identifying the pathway to the future. The planning for 2017 and beyond began with a very intentional discovery approach when the board and staff learned the City of Longview would not be renewing two contracts. As a result, three significant priorities emerged as focus areas;
Business Solutions Advocacy Solutions Education Solutions
Volunteers, board members, and staff have been vetting the proposed pillars with the membership since July. Significant time has been invested to ensure that the future preparation and planning for 2017 and beyond stays true to the core ideology and values of the organization. Our Core Ideology and Values CORE IDEOLOGY: We believe that together we can have a stronger voice and influence positive outcomes. We believe Longview is a great place to live and work. We believe that together we can develop leaders to shape Longview’s future. CORE VALUES Strengthen the local economy by researching and providing available resources to grow our local businesses. TACLA023812C
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Promote the community by marketing Longview as a destination for new businesses, tourists, active older adults, and potential employees. Provide networking opportunities by organizing and hosting a myriad of seminars, workshops, and other events for our Chamber members. Represent the interests of business with government by building relationships with governmental agencies and effectively voicing the needs of area businesses. Build community-wide leadership by encouraging and developing a shared vision for the future of Longview and collectively influencing stakeholders to make it happen. As the board and staff continue to evaluate the existing strategic business plan we will be asking YOU to help us. Why? It is critical we become more deliberate about using the feedback we receive from our investors to improve the organization and enhance the member experience. How? This will be accomplished in a variety of ways, including: • Hosting a series of round table meetings in 2016. • Continuing to survey and benchmark existing programs and services with industry peers. • Continuing to reach out to members individually to gain a clearer understanding of what challenges they are facing in the future; workforce, regulatory concerns, etc. The official kick-off for the Invisible Future begins at our annual board planning session. “This is an exciting time for the LCC,” explained president Kelly Hall. “Our leadership is extremely optimistic about the legacy they are preparing to leave behind as we move our community forward. The strength and resolve is at an all-time high. The phenomenal success of our 2015 Total Resource Campaign demonstrates the loyalty and buy-in of the organization’s vision. Members recognize the importance of having solution centers (business, education, and advocacy) within the chamber. Based on the investor buy-in for these three pillars members are determined to focus on solution center building blocks for the LCC to remain steady and sure.” Would you like to be become more engaged by participating in one of our solution centers? All you have to do is contact one of our team members to help plug you in! Missy Saunders – msaunders@longviewtx.com Suzanne Brown – sbrown@longviewtx.com Lisa Monsivais – lmonsvais@longviewtx.com Paul Anderson – panderson@lnogviewtx.com Kelly Hall – khall@longviewtx.com
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elebrate the future of Longview’s growth by honoring these three professionals at the Emerging Leaders Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, December 2, at Pinecrest Country Club Elizabeth Baumgardner is the Marketing & Community Relations Coordinator for Longview Regional Medical Center. Elizabeth has a Bachelor of Interior Design with a Minor in Architecture from Texas Tech University. She is a Leadership Longview Graduate and a member of the Leadership Longview Alumni Association. Elizabeth has served as a board officer for Healthy Community Advisory Board and Junior League of Longview. She is a board member of Longview Community Ministries, President’s Advisory Council, Boys and Girls Club and served on the Safety City Board. Elizabeth has volunteered for several non profits including: Alzheimer Walk, American Heart Association, Championship Heart’s, Great Texas Balloon Race, March of Dimes, Mayoral Race Campaign, Junior Achievement, The Longview Chamber of Commerce, United Way Loaned Executive Committee and United Way Pacesetter. Jon Cromer is the Vice President and Commercial Lending Officer for Texas Bank and Trust Co. Jon has a Master’s of Business Administration from LeTourneau University, a Bachelor of Science in Economics and a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Texas at Arlington. He is a Leadership Longview Graduate and a member of the Leadership Longview Alumni Association. Jon is President of the Longview Symphony League and Finance Chair for East Texas Area Council. He serves on several boards including: Boy and Girls Club of Gregg County, Longview Community Ministries, Main Street, Longview Symphony Foundation, Longview Rotary Club Foundation, LeTourneau University President’s Advisory Council, and The Longview I.S.D Foundation. Jon is an Eagle Scout and volunteers with several other organizations and nonprofits.
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Jessica LaRue is an Attorney with Harbour Smith Harris & Merritt PC. Jessica earned her Juris Doctor from Baylor University School of Law and has a Bachelor of Business Administration from Baylor University. Jessica is currently the Treasurer for Junior League of Longview where she has served in several council and committee roles. Jessica is a board officer for Longview Museum of Fine Arts, Gregg County Bar Association and Longview Tennis Association. She is a board member for Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumni Association. Jessica is a Group Leader and Mentor for Partners in Prevention’s Forever Friends and she volunteers for Oakland Heights Baptist Church and Junior Achievement of Longview. Congratulations to our award recipients! Register online at www.longviewchamber.com or by calling Melissa Saunders 903-237-4023
Emerging Leaders Awards Luncheon December 2, 2015 Pinecrest Country Club
611 S. Mobberly Avenue Longview, Texas 75602 903.758.1773 • 800.530.4888 www.hudsonprint.com www.LongviewChamber.com
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Amazing Success of TRC Sets a Strong Future
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he 5th Annual Total Resource Campaign exceeded all expectations! Over 50 hard-working volunteers came together to ensure the success of the Chamber as it moves into its 100th year of protecting the interest of business. These business leaders are increasing awareness of how the Chamber can help business grow by providing business, advocacy, education and organization solutions. In addition to the dollars secured to execute the Chamber’s strategic vision, the member engagement continues to grow. The Longview Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and Staff wish to thank members who have given their time to ensure a prosperous future by allowing their staff to volunteer in the TRC. Each star represents one TRC
campaign.
Texas Bank and Trust Good Shepherd Medical Center Citizens National Bank Longview Regional Medical Center Gans & Smith Insurance Agency BancorpSouth Candlewood Suites Network Communications AEP SWEPCO
East Texas Professional Credit Union Hugman Architecture & Construction Pine Tree Home Health • R. Wynco, Inc.
Oakland Heights Baptist Church • Travis Mortgage Longview Independent School District, Trinity Industries • Eastman Credit Union, RLM General Contractors • Community Healthcore Locals Love Us • Suzanne Cook & Company Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Allstate/Fullmann-Lawrence Insurance Baxter Sales • Ben Maines Air Conditioning, Inc. Brookshires Food Store • CenturyLink • City of Longview Curtis Blakely & Co PC • Daub Realty Diagnostic Clinic of Longview • East Texas Homes LLC Elwood Staffing • Encompass Home Health Holiday Inn Express North Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management • Oak Forest Montessori School • Prosperity Bank, • R Manley Enterprises R. Lacy Services, Ltd. • Ramsey Realty Group Regions Bank • Robert’s Coffee and Vending • Stebbins Five STEMCO • Suburban Extended Stay Hotel • Teletouch Texas Elite Track Club • The Crisman School • The Ward Agency Tomlinson Properties • Tommy Thomas & Associates Transet Company • TVaughn Builders LLC U. S. Steel Tubular Products • Wellness Pointe
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Sisk Buick Eastman Chemical Company-Texas Operations Southside Bank Guaranty Bank & Trust Spring Hill State Bank Fountainview Estates Texana Bank, N.A. First Bank & Trust East Texas Homewood Suites Hotel by Hilton Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices • Copeland Group Advocate Digital Media • Network IP • Staybridge Suites Austin Bank, D&H Insurance • Hampton Inn & Suites KLTV-Channel 7 • American HomePatient • Atmos Energy Career Personnel/The Home & Garden Center www.LongviewChamber.com
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Business Solutions Center Opens
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romote your company, events and news through the Chamber’s new Business Solutions Center. This new initiative is designed to help strengthen and promote the local economy by providing a venue which members can use to get the word out on what their company offers to the public. Available to all Chamber members, the Business Solutions Center is located inside the Chamber of Commerce offices at 410 N. Center Street. This is a central resource for information about Chamber members. Visitors to the center will be able to browse and find information on your company’s products and services as well as upcoming events and programs. There is no cost for printed material. Video infomercials and commercial spots are included in certain sponsorship packages made available during the annual Total Resources Campaign. Printed items to consider putting in the Business Solutions Center include business cards and informational brochures. Material should be printed on brochure stock that will stand up well in a display rack. If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Monsivais, Business/Office Manager for the Chamber at: 903-237-4013 or by email at lmonsivais@ longviewtx.com
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Eltife - Second Recipient of The Business Voice of Free Enterprise
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exas State Senator Kevin Eltife is the second recipient of the Longview Chamber of Commerce’s award, The Business Voice of Free Enterprise. The award was presented at the annual elected Officials Reception, Blues and Barbecue, held at Pinecrest Country Club. The annual event recognizes and honors officials for Longview, Gregg County and the State of Texas.
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Advocacy Digest S. 2006 / Regulatory Accountability Act of 2015
S. 280, / Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015
In partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, your Chamber supported the multi-industry letter applauding the introduction of S. 2006, the “Regulatory Accountability Act of 2015.” The multi-industry letter received enthusiastic support from a broad coalition of 387 co-signing groups from every state. This wide-ranging support is critical to impressing upon the Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Committee the business community’s dedication to improving and modernizing the regulatory process. The letter has already received attention, gaining media coverage, and will continue to be valuable as S. 2006 is further considered in the Senate.
In addition to the House’s passage of permit streamlining, the Senate permit streamlining legislation, S. 280, the “Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015,” from Senators Portman and McCaskill, has already passed the Senate as part of the highway bill. Now that permit streamlining legislation has passed both Houses of Congress a compromise may be achieved between the House and Senate with a final bill sent to the President for signature.
Transportation / Prop 7 The Longview Chamber of Commerce took the lead role in securing 100 Chambers of Commerce from across the state to officially endorse Prop 7 and pass resolutions! TAB presented several documents to the recent House Subcommittee on Long Term Infrastructure Planning. These include the report from TxDOT that updates future transportation funding needs based on recent legislative actions and information from the Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) regarding alternative transportation funding options and what other states are doing to address transportation funding needs. Please VOTE YES to support Prop 7 on the November constitutional amendment ballot.
H.R. 348 / Responsibly And Professionally Invigorating Development (RAPID) Act Passed! The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 348, the “Responsibly And Professionally Invigorating Development (RAPID) Act” by a bipartisan vote of 233-170. This legislation would bring much-needed reforms to streamline the federal permitting process for infrastructure and energy projects. For example, H.R. 348 would call for increased cooperation among federal agencies during the permitting process and it would set deadlines for the review of project permit applications. The Longview Chamber of Commerce, along with other chambers and associations from all 50 states, assisted with multi-industry letters demonstrating the compelling need for such legislation. Without this support we would not be in striking distance of enacting permit streamlining legislation.
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Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) On September 17, 2015, the Longview Chamber of Commerce issued a letter in support of ESEA Reauthorization. The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) is the primary federal K-12 education law, originally signed by President Johnson in 1965. Since then, Congress has periodically reauthorized ESEA, often with significant reworks. The most recent reauthorization was in 2002 when Congress passed the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). While it was slated for reauthorization 2007, ESEA has not been rewritten/ renewed since 2002. Reauthorization would allow the opportunity for critical updates to areas such as improved accountability, early childhood education, and a better integrated cradle-to career system. Both the U.S. Senate (S.1177 – “Every Child Achieves Act”) and House (H.R.5 - “Student Success Act”) recently passed new versions of the ESEA that will soon go to conference committee. Key education leaders from both sides have expressed confidence that they could bridge differences between and agree on a single bill that is acceptable to the House, Senate, and the White House. Chambers of commerce can influence this important piece of legislation.
RESOURCE PAGE ACCE created a new Chamberpedia webpage on K-12 Policy contains links and customizable sample ESEA reauthorization support letters authored by local/regional chambers. Link: http://www.acce.org/index. php?src=wiki&ref=K-12_Policy
Crude Oil Export The Chamber is in support of repealing the U.S. oil export ban. Recently, the US House of Representatives passed a bill to lift the US ban on exporting oil. The bill must also pass the US Senate Continued on Page 14 November-December 2015 | Longview Progress Report
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Ribbon Cuttings
Massage Envy 3088 N. Eastman Rd. Suite 100 Longview, TX
Allegiance Specialty Hospital of Kilgore 1612 S. Henderson Blvd. Kilgore, TX
Catfish King Catering 2338 Mobberly Ave. Longview, TX
NCIC Inmate Phone Services 607 E. Whaley St. Longview, TX
Varian TrueBeam STx at Texas Oncology Longview Cancer Center N. 4th St. Longview, TX
Chillum Grill & More
Sleep Inn & Suites
330 E Hawkins Pkwy. Longview, TX
615 City Center Way Longview, TX
Cigna-Health Spring
Smallcakes A Cupcakery
7372 Hill-n-Dale Rd. Tyler, TX
3407 N. 4th St. Suite 100 Longview TX
Fullman & Lawrence Insurance, LLC
The Landing at Joshua Farms
901 Gilmer Rd. Longview, TX
14278 SH 322 N. Kilgore, TX
Gaudy Me
Wallis Dermatology
305 West Loop 281 Suite 103 Longview TX
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1111 N. Sixth St. Longview, TX
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New Members Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
FKR Motorsports, LLC Nick Freeman 305 Wain Dr Longview, TX 75604 (432) 631-9149
Matt Moore 4013 Estes Pkwy Longview, TX 75603 (903) 544-6055
Applied Consultants, Inc.
FT Aerial Services, LLC Troy Moore PO Box 9868 Longview, TX 75608 (903) 746-1559
Muddy Pups Dog Wash
Libby Bunch 414 W Loop 281 Ste 10 Longview, TX 75605 (903) 212-4900
BOSS Crane & Rigging
Harbour Smith Harris & Merritt PC
Pat Lobb’s Toyota of Longview
Brookridge Internal Medicine Associates, PA
Horne & Miner Pediatric Dentistry
Pathway Church
Calie’s Acre, LLC
J. Brandt Thorson, PLLC J Brandt Thorson PO Box 3768 Longview, TX 75606 (903) 758-4878
Laura Haynes 4129 Colina Trail Tyler, TX 75707 (903) 617-8557
Chili’s Bar & Grill
JAJK, LLC
Starz Entertainment
Michael Kruger 101 W Loop 281 Longview, TX 75605 (903) 663-1267 Matt Cheney PO Box 8021 Longview, TX 75607 (903) 643-0956 David Cowley PO Box 7549 Longview, TX 75607 (855) 239-2505
Ed Merritt 404 N Green St Longview, TX 75601 (903) 757-4001
Kay Segovia 703 E Marshall Ave Ste 3007 Longview, TX 75601 (903) 315-2907
Harold Hurst 1400 W Loop 281 Longview, TX 75604-2817 (903) 295-9300
Lisa Hulen 3116 HG Mosley Pkwy Longview, TX 75605 (903) 544-6060
Calie Waller 10589 State Hwy 300 Gilmer, TX 75645 (903) 790-2297
Ben Shelton PO Box 9747 Longview, TX 75608 (903) 212-7770
Smallcakes
Chad Allison 2800 Judson Rd Longview, TX 75605-1802 (903) 663-2221
J Moore 1910 E Southeast Loop 323 Ste 111 Tyler, TX 75701 (903) 521-5676
Victor McGee PO Box 12880 Longview, TX 75607 (903) 758-6497
Chuck’s Travel Coaches
Kennith E Graves & Associates PC
Stonecreek Solutions, LLC
Clean Cut Roofing
Lakeport Economic Development Corporation
Storybook Parties
Dave Jochum Leadership Coaching & Training
James Bateman 1510 W Loop 281 Longview, TX 75604 (903) 931-2121
Donny Roach PO Box 6995 Tyler, TX 75711 (903) 597-4993
Philip Jordan 1412 E Hwy 80 White Oak, TX 75693 (903) 291-0848 Dave Jochum 303 W Loop 281 Ste 110-165 Longview, TX 75605 (903) 746-2497
Davis Insurance
Randy Graves 2826 Bill Owens Pkwy Longview, TX 75605-2102 (903) 297-8881
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The Kitchen and Bath Showroom by NWS Jennifer Bulloch 1227-B West Marshall Ave Longview, TX 75604 (903) 238-8262
Longview Christian School and Early Learning Center
Longview Drugs
Ben Cammack 1236 Pegues Place Longview, TX 75601 (903) 297-3501
Unnati Yadav 1751 W Loop 281 Longview, TX 75604 (903) 291-1730
Lowe’s of Longview Home Improvement Scott Gannon 3313 N 4th St Longview, TX 75605 (903) 663-5222
Scott Ray One Tiger Drive Marshall, TX 75670 (903) 923-2147
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Mallory Smith PO Box 458 Longview, TX 75651 (903) 578-0648
Lazarus Vintage
East Texas Baptist University School of Business
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Eric Stringer 2538 Mangum Commerce, TX 75428 (903) 886-7378
Kim Graham 207 Milam Rd Longview, TX 75603
Gaylon Davis 414 E Loop 281 Ste 15 Longview, TX 75605 (903) 232-1635
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Anniversaries - November & December Austin Bank Texas NA - Bar K Store Austin Bank Texas NA - Oak Forest Austin Bank Texas NA DFW Communications Humane Society of Northeast Texas Longview Fire Department Longview Police Department Mattress Firm Window World of NE TX Conaway & Son’s Ltd-dba Conaway Homes CW Resources Inc Regency Park Texas Lake Country Promotions
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Brookshires Food Store Fast Signs / Gregg Sign Company
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Dennis-Wade Associates Inc Guice Engineering Sciences Heart’sWay Hospice of Northeast Texas Central Title Company Cheyenne Electric Inc Gene Powell Investments Inc Great Texas Balloon Race Key Building Systems Inc Sisk Buick Inc Longview Alternator and Starter Company
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Good Shepherd Health System Inc
Contractors Building Supply Co., LLC. J B Baucum Jr A & L Fence Company Inc City of Longview The Made-Rite Company Bennett McCarley’s Jewelry Tatum Music Company Inc Thompson & Associates Inc
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Events are held at the Chamber offices unless otherwise noted.
Events are held at the Chamber offices unless otherwise noted.
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InterCity Visit 2015
Communicating Up, Down 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
TAB Workplace Law Seminar
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Pinecrest Country Club 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Ambassador Meeting
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Emerging Leaders Council 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Business After Hours
Stone Works - 4523 Judson Road 4:45 pm – 6:30 pm
Leadership Longview Committee
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Pinecrest Country Club 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
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Holiday Open House
and Across your Organization
Emerging Leaders Luncheon
Women’s Leadership
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
4:45 pm – 6:30 pm
Executive Committee Meeting
7:30 am – 8:30 am
Leadership Longview Committee 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Ambassador Meeting 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Emerging Leaders Council
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Advocacy Digest - Continued from Page 11 and, gain the approval of President Obama. In a letter to Congress, the White House expressed its opposition to the bill, but fell short of ruling it out if some sort of deal could be reached. For the first time in some 40 years, there is the real potential for the United States to re-enter the oil export market.
2016 Advocacy Summits The Chamber has secured all three summits for 2016: a Natural Resource Summit featuring representation from the
Army Corp of Engineers to address the implications of the EPA’s expansion of the Clean Water Act; a Health Care Summit with representation from Austin, that will be held prior to the Salute to HealthCare awards; and a Cyber Security Summit as a half-day hands on workshop prior to the Business Solutions Conference. For more information on the upcoming Advocacy Summits planned for 2016 contact Suzanne Brown at 903-2374003 or sbrown@longviewtx.com
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