Vol. 20 No. 8
August 2012
‘Imagine Lubbock Together’ Unveiled to Community Lubbock leaders unveiled Imagine Lubbock Together, a community-wide effort to define the city’s future, during a news conference at the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce on Friday, July 27. “This effort is one that will involve every single member of our community,” said David Seim, Lubbock chairman of Happy State Bank and co-chairman of the Imagine Lubbock Together steering committee. “While we have been planning for this day for quite some time, it is only in its infancy. Today, we turn it over to our community – for it is only with their input that we can truly define our future.” The community planning effort began in September 2011 when Lubbock business leaders expressed a desire for a community-wide strategic plan to be put in place as Lubbock continues to grow. In late spring, the Chamber – in conjunction with a steering committee focused solely on the effort – selected ACP Visioning+Planning from 18 firms from across the nation who applied to consult on the plan. “And now the work begins,” said Connie Wharton, partner of Mulcahy Wharton Business Consulting, LLC and co-chairwoman of the Imagine Lubbock Together steering committee. “And that involves our community at large. We ask each of our citizens to communicate their desires for what Lubbock can be – through our interactive website at imaginelubbocktogether.com and through
Connie Wharton, Co-Chairwoman and David Seim, Co-Chairman Imagine Lubbock Together.
multiple public gathering workshops slated for the Fall.” Public workshops are slated for September 10-12 at Irons Middle School, Coronado
High School and Cavazos Middle School in efforts to allow input from all segments of the Lubbock community. The workshops, which are open to the public, will provide opportunity for community input and interaction in not only expressing hopes for Lubbock’s future but also for information gathering by ACP Visioning+Planning. Specific times and locations of each workshop date will be communicated through multiple avenues in the weeks to come, Wharton said. “In addition to September’s public gatherings, the community will have opportunity for involvement through social media, direct emails, our website, and an ultimate visioning summit slated for late November,” Wharton added. The final step of this project – Defining Our Future – will be the gathering of all community input and the full development (See Imagine Lubbock, Page 3)
Governor’s Small Business Forum – Limited Space Available The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and Fox 34 will present the 2012 Governor’s Small Business Forum on August 7, 2012, at the Overton Hotel & Conference Center. Seats are filling fast and registration for the event closes on August 2nd! The Office of the Governor is hosting Small Business Forums across the state to
provide Texas small business owners access to valuable information about workforce development, training grants, expanding markets, and other business growth opportunities. Through regional collaboration with hundreds of community, business and educational organizations throughout Texas, (See Governor's Forum, Page 3)
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August
2 Ribbon Cutting for Vision Central 4:30 p.m. – 411 University, #110
7 Governor’s Small Business Forum 8 a.m. – Overton Hotel, 2322 Mac Davis Lane Leadership Lubbock Committee Meeting 11 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting for Innovative Design 4:30 p.m. – 13209 CR 1800, #60 8 Ambassador Monthly Luncheon Noon – Harrigan’s, 3801 50th, #1 Ribbon Cutting for Harrigan’s 4:30 p.m – 3801 50th St., Suite #1 9 Business After Hours hosted by Caprock Home Health 5:30 p.m. - 8806 University 10 Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting 10:30 a.m. – LCOC Transportation Committee Meeting 1:30 p.m. - LCOC 14 Ribbon Cutting for Lubbock Trade Exchange-ITEX 4:30 p.m. – 4630 50th St., #618 Transportation Reception with Texas Good Roads Association 5 p.m – TBD 15 New Century Leadership Committee Meeting 11 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting for Zookini’s 4:30 p.m. – 8217 University Ave. 16 Agriculture Committee Meeting 7:30 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting for Elm Creek Apartments 11 a.m. – 2610 Milwaukee Ave. Executive Committee Meeting Noon – LCOC Community Prayer Breakfast Committee Meeting 4 p.m. – LCOC Hub City BBQ Committee Meeting 4 p.m. – TBD Ribbon Cutting for The Matador 4:30 p.m. – 2424 Broadway Ave. 1 Leadership Lubbock Orientation 2 TBD 23-24 Board of Directors Retreat Grapevine, TX – Gaylord Texan 28 Café y Pan Dulce hosted by Caprock Home Health 7:30 a.m. – 8806 University Ave. 30 Kickoff Breakfast with Coach Tommy Tuberville 7:30 a.m. – McKenzie-Merket Alumni Center, 17th & University Ave. Business After Hours hosted by American State Bank 5:30 p.m. – 1401 Ave. Q
Imagine Lubbock Together (From Page 1) of a tangible, transparent strategic plan. The plan will include actionable items that will identify those accountable for carrying out specified actions. The last community-wide effort was completed in 1995. “On our end, we’re working to offer multiple avenues for your input – including public forums and other regular communication opportunities throughout the process so that every citizen is able to participate in this effort,” said Gianni Longo, principal of ACP Visioning+Planning. “Lubbock is special because of its people, and we’re excited to see
what Lubbock’s people imagine so that we can work together to define the best future for what this community not only deserves; but should also demand.” Seim and Wharton said all funding for the effort is being raised by steering committee members, and local businesses have already shown tremendous support. “It’s so often said the best part of Lubbock is our people,” Seim said. “That’s why we’ve developed this project entirely around the full involvement of our people – for the sake of our children and our children’s children. “After all, that’s what our future is truly about.”
Governor's Small Business Forum (From Page 1) the occurrence of Governor’s Small Business Forums are one more reason Texas is “Wide Open for Business.” Recipients of the State of Texas Small Business Awards were selected based on exemplary business practices such as community leadership, workforce, strategic plan, or have accessed local, state and federal resources to leverage development opportunities. The winners include: Advanced Graphix, CEV Multimedia, J & B Industrial Service, WesTex Document and X8 Environmental. These companies will be presented with their awards at the forum. The Forum is designed to give small business owners essential tools to help their businesses succeed, provide jobs for Texans, and strengthen the South Plains economy. The Texas Workforce Commission will present information on the many services available for small business owners, including the $2 million dollar Skills for Small Business Fund, which provides grants to community colleges where small businesses may access for employee training needs. Frank J. Kenny, author of “The 7 Secret Laws of Society: Social Media Essentials and Strategies for Small Businesses and Associations,” will present “Right Content, Right Time, Right Place. Implement Successful Content Strategies.” Participants will learn: -Keys to creating valuable and sharable content -Timing and location strategies that are tested and proven -Tips on providing value while making sure businesses are presented in the best light – and common mistakes to avoid
-Ideas for creating a plan for consistent and effective content. Participants will have the opportunity to meet subject matter experts from the Texas Workforce Commission, Small Business Development Center, Lubbock Economic Development Alliance, Workforce Solution South Plains, U.S. Small Business Administration, Texas Tech University Office of Purchasing and Contracting, Texas Tech University Center for Entrepreneurship and Family Business and South Plains College. Members of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce may register for a discounted fee of $20 per person. Non-members may register for $25 per person. The registration fee includes all presentations and a luncheon. Click here to register online or call the Chamber at (806) 761-7000. For additional information, contact Robin Raney at robin.raney@ lubbockbiz.org.
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Ambassador of the Month – Danny Soliz Congratulations to our Ambassador of the Month for August, Danny Soliz, the Director of Business Development at Workforce Solutions South Plains! Soliz said he began his Chamber affiliation in 2001 as a Business Development committee member. To become more involved, he quickly joined the Ambassador group. Since then, he has been a part of and chaired numerous Chamber committees. Through all of his years of being a volunteer, Soliz said his time has been well spent. “Being actively involved in Chamber committees and events through networking has been a tremendous help in opening doors of opportunities that I believe would not have been possible
if not for my involvement in the Chamber,” Soliz said. “Active Chamber involvement and participation has allowed me access to a large network of business representatives in and around Lubbock.” As a result of his hard work, Soliz was recognized as the Volunteer of the Year in 2004, as well as Ambassador of the Year in 2010. Soliz said he does his best to give 100 percent of his effort at all times. He said he
enjoys helping within the community and currently serves on three boards in addition to his Chamber work: the local chapter of Society of Human Resource Management, the Children’s Home of Lubbock and Lubbock Girls Basketball, Inc. “Both Workforce Solutions and the Chamber give me the opportunity to do what I enjoy best – working with people,” Soliz said. “All my energy and strength is God given. I thank Him daily because there is no way I could do what I do without the strength He provides for me.” Soliz said he values his experiences from the Chamber and recommends that all Ambassadors and volunteers take advantage of the many opportunities available to them. “The rewards of being an Ambassador and opportunities it presents are countless,” Soliz said. “Be actively involved and be prepared to be involved. You cannot attend or participate in everything the Chamber has to offer, but do the best you can to plan accordingly and you will be glad you did.” Sponsored by
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Mark Your Calendars for the September 20th Hub City BBQ Is your BBQ the best in West Texas? Compete and find out at the 11th Annual Hub City BBQ Cook-off, presented by Suddenlink to be held Thursday, September 20, in downtown Lubbock. Companies may choose which division they wish to participate – Corporate, Professional or Amateur/Student. We are returning to the cobblestones and will be running down Broadway in historic downtown Lubbock. Space is at a premium, so send in your entry form and get your cooker ready! Team entry fee will be $100 per 10’ x 20’ space, and electricity is available on a limited basis for $100 per team. A map of the event, registration form and frequently asked questions are available online. Check out pictures from the 2011 Hub City BBQ and follow us on Facebook! The event will be open to the public from 5-8 p.m. Thursday evening with entertainment by native Texan Granger Smith, presented by WesTex Document! Bodyworks and Chick-fil-A are sponsors of the family friendly area of the Hub City BBQ this year. Presenting: Suddenlink Diamond & Media: Arctic Glacier, KCBD, Double T 104.3, Fox Talk 950, Magic 93.7, 107.7 The Eagle, 97.3 Yes! FM, Red Dirt Rebel 105.3, 98.5 Classic Country Band Sponsor: WestTex Document Emerald: City of Lubbock, Griffin Wink
Advertising, Republic National Distributing Company, United Supermarkets Platinum: Acme Electric Co., Atmos Energy, B & J Welding Supply, Chick-fil-A, Coors Light, Lamar Outdoor Advertising, Lubbock Power & Light, Midtown Printing & Graphics, Miller Light, Raider Red Meats, Scarborough Specialties Inc., X8Environmental Inc. Gold: American State Bank/Prosperity Bank, Benchmark Business Solutions, Bodyworks, Carpet Tech, Choice Media, Collins Stone, Custom Electronics, First Bank &
Trust Co., First United Bank, Hugo Reed & Associates, Llano Estacado Winery, Park Inn by Radisson, Westech Electric Silver: ADC, Inc., Alderson Enterprises, AMA TechTel Communications, Angela Hightower Income Tax Service, B & S Woodworking, Inc., Brink Suzuki LTD, Caraway, McMahon & Co. LLP, Citizens Bank, Document Shredding & Storage, Extreme Packets Inc, Family Power Sports, Ferguson Enterprises, FirstCare Health Plans, Hillcrest Country Club, Hurst Farm Supply, Kimbell Gin Machinery Co., Lakeridge Estates, Montelongo’s Mexican Restaurant, Morrison Supply Company, Oberkampf Supply of Lubbock, Inc., Ollie’s Liquor, Overhead Door Company of Lubbock, Inc., Southwest Bank, Stars & Stripes Drive-In Theatre, Tejas Motors, Wells Fargo, West Texas Gas, Inc., Yates Flooring Center To inquire about teams or to get more information about the BBQ, go to hubcitybbq. com, contact Robin Raney at robin.raney@ lubbockbiz.org or call (806) 761-7009.
China to Keep Building Cotton Reserves By: Seshadri Ramkumar, Texas Tech University China will keep building its cotton reserves and advise its farmers to produce more food. Speaking July 11, in Lubbock, to a full audience at the board of directors meeting of the Plains Cotton Growers, Inc., Wallace Darneille, President and CEO of Lubbock based Plains Cotton Cooperative Association (PCCA) explained reasons behind the cotton price volatility and the need for the Chinese to stock cotton.
Unstable export policy of India, European financial situation, battles by international commodity firms for dominance are some factors that influence cotton volatility. Opening his presentation with a slide showing a Chinese man feeding his baby, this July squeeze is hurting mills and affects cotton consumption, said PCCA President Darneille. Commenting on cotton supply, world’s cotton carryover is largest ever and will grow. China is holding about 1/3rd of
carryover said, Wallace Darneille. According to him, China’s long-term problem is food and they will not dump cotton. Wallace said Chinese government plans ahead for five years and will instruct farmers to grow food crops to feed its huge population; this Chinese situation will make the High Plains of Texas to be the center of cotton universe. Commenting on current cotton price situ(See Cotton Reserves, Page 6)
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New Community Public Art Project to Kick-Off with Installation of Two Sculptures Information provided by Visit Lubbock The masterpieces of local and regional artists will soon dot the Lubbock skyline as a result of a new public art project called Art on the Llano. The first sculpture was installed on Thursday, July 19 at 9 a.m. at Quaker Avenue and South Loop 289 (southeast corner median). The piece titled, Texas Landscape, was created by Eric McGehearty, an artist whose work has been displayed in venues such as the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and The Museum of Fine Art at Florida State University. The second instillation titled Moon River, by Michelle O’Michael, was July 23 at South Loop 289 (eastbound) and the I-27 flyover. A total of seven sculptures will be installed around Lubbock over the next year. Motorists will be able to view the larger-than-life pieces, ranging between seven to 15 feet in height, while traveling along Lubbock’s major roadways. The Art on the Llano public art project came about when the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) donated seven concrete pads to display the public art. From there, a group of local artists and community members formed the Art on the Llano Committee with the united goal of highlighting Lubbock’s thriving art scene to the general public. “It’s been a pleasure working with the Art on the Llano Committee. The group has a real passion for bringing art to Lubbock and has worked tirelessly during the past year to develop this program and secure commitments from the artists,” said Dianah Ascencio, public information officer for TxDot. “This exciting endeavor will showcase large sculptures by selected artists around the state. We hope the citizens of Lubbock and those traveling our
highways will enjoy these wonderful works of art for many years.” Each featured sculpture, on loan from the artist, will be on display for a two-year period. The Art on the Llano Committee will then choose new sculptures to be installed and displayed at the original sites and possibly new sites as the project evolves. Artists will have an opportunity to submit a proposal to display their work through the Art on the Llano public art project at the end of 2012. Three artists will be selected in early spring 2013 and their sculptures will be installed later that summer. The public art project is currently being funded through a two-year grant and transportation costs have been underwritten by the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts (LHUCA) and Studio West. Businesses or individuals wanting to make donations to ensure the projects continued success should call 806.762.8606.
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2012 Chamber Golf Classic Tournament a HUGE Success This year’s sold-out Golf Classic was held at the Hillcrest Country Club on Monday, July 23. The AM Flight had 31 teams and the PM Flight had 36 teams. AM Flight Winners:
1st Place: AimBank- Tyler Chadwick, Kolby Kimbrough, Tyler Ortega, Dan Williams 2nd Place: Alderson Enterprises- Mark Dyer, Chad Grant, Jeff Ward, Travis Ward 3rd Place: Law Offices of David MartinezSam Garcia, David Martinez, Edna Martinez, Bart O’Connor Closest to the Pin: Mariah Montoya, Calvillo Bail Bonds Longest Drive: Kyle Shuman, BBVA Compass Bank
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PM Flight Winners:
1st Place: Audio Video 1- Jeris McNamara, Brent Murray, Chad Williams, Josh Wright 2nd Place: Carizma Motors- BJ Lewis, Skip Martin, Trent Phillips, Darin Yates 3rd Place: Bayer CropScience (FiberMax)Gene Bennett, Chip Hughes, Darryl Stotts, Mike Whitworth Closest to the Pin: Mark Keator, Citizens Bank Longest Drive: Jon Stephens, SouthWest Bank On behalf of the Chamber, we would like to thank everyone who made the Golf Classic possible. We are looking forward to next year’s tournament and be sure to make your reservations early! Thank you to our 2012 Golf Committee! Chairman Kevin Watson, Watson State Farm Rex Andrews, Shaded Acres Tree and Boulder Farm Wil Carter, West Texas Independent Financial Services Russell Donaway, Allstate Insurance Kay Fowler, WestMark REALTORS Wes Garner, Heart & Soul Grooming Salon, Alex Guerrero, Texas Army National Guard Peter Hur, RFS Financial Services
Cotton Reserves
(From Page 5) ation, he said, U.S. cotton producers cannot make money at December cotton trading at 70 cents. They have to produce at least 3 bales cotton per irrigated acre and keep cost low to make it through this year. The reaction on this year’s cotton among the farmers who attended today’s meeting was mixed and almost everyone needed rain.
Roger Karr, StarCare Specialty Health System Jennifer Moritz, Buffalo Springs Lake Josh Mowdy, Carino’s Italian Grill Frank Silvas, AFLAC Danny Soliz, Workforce Solutions South Plains Thank you to our Volunteers! Chase Campbell, Lubbock National Bank Lori Daniel, Exit Realty of Lubbock Tony Garcia, Suddenlink Donna Garner, Heart & Soul Grooming Salon Vanesa Hyde, Chaparral Jet Center Jay Ibarra, U. S. Rep. Randy Neugebauer Brandi Ivey, StarCare Specialty Health System Jacoby Madewell, J Ferg Roofing & Foam Kalea McFadden, Texas Army National Guard Fonda Moneymaker, Sweet & Sassy Diane Osborne, Carillon, Inc. Nick Riddle, Lubbock Web Guy Russell Spicher, Edward Jones Kathy Timms, Bates-Wells Mary Whistler, U. S. Rep. Randy Neugebauer Thank you to our 2012 Sponsors!
DIAMOND SPONSOR: Lamar Outdoor Advertising
ACE SPONSORS: Atmos Energy Bayer CropScience (FiberMax) Suddenlink UMC Physician Network Services X-Fab Texas, Inc. EAGLE SPONSORS: Carino’s Italian Grill Llano Estacado Winery Office Depot Walgreens Watson State Farm LUNCH SPONSOR: Advanced Graphix SHIRT SPONSOR: Morrison Supply Company DRINK CART SPONSOR: First Bank & Trust Co. DRIVING RANGE SPONSOR: J Ferg Roofing & Foam TOWEL SPONSOR: Teinert Commercial Building Services, In. BREAKFAST SPONSOR: Chick-fil-A at South Plains Crossing (See Golf Sponsors, Page 9)
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GOVERNOR’S SMALL BUSINESS FORUM Presented by the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and Fox 34
August 7, 2012 8:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Overton Hotel & Conference Center
Schedule of Events 8:00 Registration
"It is simple. The pace of change is accelerating. Small businesses that adapt first, by integrating social media for instance, gain a competitive advantage."
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8:30 Welcome and Announcements Tim Collins, Chairman, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Mayor Glen Robertson Larry Ruggiano, Office of the Governor
8:45 Texas Workforce Commission: “Providing Business Solutions- Employer Programs & Services”
9:45 Social Media Presentation: Frank J. Kenny “Right Content, Right Time, Right Place”
10:45 Break 11:00 TTU Small Business Development Center: James Wilhelm, Director “Managing Your Business: Trend Analysis”
11:30 South Plains Bankers Association: “Access to Capital”
11:50 Break 12:00 U.S. Small Business Administration: Yolanda Olivarez, SBA Regional Administrator “SBA: Empowering America’s and West Texas Entrepreneurs through Capital Access, Contracting, Counseling and Disaster Assistance”
12:30 Luncheon with Frank J. Kenny: “Social Media - It’s all About Relationships”
State of Texas Small Business Awards:
Advanced Graphix CEV Multimedia J & B Industrial Services WesTex Document X8 Environmental
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2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIRMAN Tim Collins Collins Tile, LLP CHAIRMAN ELECT Carlos Morales Caprock Home Health Services, Inc. IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRWOMAN Irasema Velasquez Velasquez Insurance & Worksite Benefits TREASURER Alona Beesinger Suddenlink West Texas SECRETARY Eddie McBride Lubbock Chamber of Commerce VICE CHAIRMAN, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIVISION Beth Bridges South Plains Mall VICE CHAIRMAN, COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION Dan Jackson KCBD TV-NewsChannel 11 VICE CHAIRMAN, GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS DIVISION Jay Jacobus Scarborough Specialties, Inc. VICE CHAIRMAN, HISPANIC BUSINESS DIVISION Rudy Rosales Montelongo’s Mexican Restaurant VICE CHAIRMAN, LEADERSHIP DIVISION Peter Hur RFS Financial Services VICE CHAIRWOMAN, MEMBERSHIP DIVISION Polly Vann V-tech Environmental Services HISPANIC BUSINESS DIVISION REPRESENTATIVE Yolanda Gonzaga TTUHSC BOARD ADMINISTRATION Martin Aguirre Workforce Solutions South Plains Cathy Allen The Gibraltar Group Larry Allen People’s Bank Stephen Beasley Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Ron Betenbough Betenbough Homes John D. Brock NorthStar Surgical Center Jeff Dane UMC Health System Renee Davis Alderson Enterprises Linda Gaither WestMark REALTORS Karen Garza Lubbock Independent School District Gary Gregory Atmos Energy Grace Hernandez Texas Tech University Sidney Hopper United Supermarkets Clayton Isom TAO Development Group Robert Lacy PYCO Industries Gabe Martinez Telemundo KXTQ-TV 46, Ramar Comm. Stephanie Massengale Advanced Graphix Brandon Mulkey Chick-fil-A at South Plains Crossing Richard Parks Covenant Health System Keith Patrick American Cancer Society Bill Patton Robison, Johnston & Patton, CPAs Joe Phea African American Chamber of Commerce - Lubbock Norval Pollard City Bank Shirley Schleuse Lamar Outdoor Advertising David Seim Happy State Bank Frank Silvas AFLAC Gabe Vitela National Teachers Life Insurance Company Mitch Watson First Bank & Trust Co. Gary Zheng Lubbock Power & Light
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Peoples Bank Peoples Bank is all about people. Our employees, officers, and Board of Directors are local people with a common goal of providing the absolute best financial service possible to the people in the various communities we serve. We are people that you know. We serve Lubbock with two convenient locations. Our headquarters located at 5820 82nd street is currently undergoing construction. We are doubling the size of this facility to allow for the continued growth of our bank and serve our six banking locations across the South Plains in the years to come. Our Central Lubbock location at 34th & Memphis Avenue serves the Lubbock medical district and the merchants and families who work and reside in the center of our city. We’re proud to be the only bank on 34th Street. Exciting things are happening with the reconstruction work now underway along historic 34th Street. Additional Peoples Bank Branches are located in Nazareth, Lorenzo, Shallowater and Slaton. We know agriculture is the backbone of our local economy. We are proud to serve the farmers and ranchers of this region
with quality Ag Lending and experienced, professional Ag Lenders who know Agriculture and appreciate the deep roots we have in this area. The continued growth of Peoples Bank reflects the loyalty of our customers. Total assets are currently at more than $285 million. As a true community bank, we remain optimistic for the future. Our newest branch in Slaton opened in June and is doing well. Our Home Loan Center is helping families in our region with their mortgage loan needs. Business loans and individual loans are an important part of our services and are handled with confidentiality and professionalism at all banking locations. Peoples Bank has an exciting future. You can learn more about locally owned Peoples Bank and the state-of-the-art banking services we offer by visiting our website.
Chamber Golf Sponsors (From Page 5) SIGN SPONSOR: FastSigns AWARD SPONSOR: Chili’s BIRDIE SPONSORS: AMD Engineering, Caprock Home Health Services, Coca-Cola Refreshments, Dan Wilson Homes, George McMahan Development, J Bailey Wireless & The Dish Store, Lubbock Economic Development Alliance, Stephen Hamilton PC, Valentine’s Building Services GOLF BALL SPONSOR: FirstCare Health Plans HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSORS: Gene Messer Auto Group, Gibson Plumbing Heating and Air
PAR SPONSORS: BAE Technology Inc., Caprock Café, Dorsey Construction, Ferguson Enterprises, Larry Driskill Homes, Orlando’s, Peoples Bank, Strong Custom Homes DOOR PRIZES & GIVEAWAYS: AFLAC-Frank Silvas, Aire Serv, Arctic Glacier, Audio Video 1, Coca-Cola Refreshments, Golf USA, Great Plains Distributors, Heart & Soul Grooming Salon, Hillcrest Country Club, Llano Estacado Winery, Overton Hotel & Conference Center, Raising Cane’s, Shaded Acres Tree and Boulder Farm, Texas Army National Guard, Texas Boys Ranch, Visit Lubbock, Watson State Farm
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Phyllis Jones Earns IOM Degree Phyllis Jones, vice president of leadership at the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, graduated from the Midwest Institute for Organization Management (Institute), a four-year nonprofit management training program at Villanova University in Villanova, Wisconsin. “The Chamber’s participation in Institute is essential for our success and for our members,” said President and CEO Eddie McBride, a 2012 graduate of the program. “Graduates are known nationwide as leaders with the knowledge, skills and desire to achieve success in all facets of their professional careers.” Since 1921, Institute has attracted association and chamber professionals from across the country to its five university sites. During the four years, most Institute participants attend one-week sessions at the same site, therefore, building valuable relationships with others in the industry. Through a combination of required courses and electives, Institute
participants are able to enhance their own organizational management skills and add new fuel to their organizations. Institute is a 501(c) (3) affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and is the premier nonprofit professional development program for nonprofit professionals, fostering individual growth through interactive learning and networking opportunities. Nearly 1,000 individuals attend Institute annually. Graduates of Institute receive the IOM recognition, signifying completion of 96 hours of course instruction in nonprofit management. So far, eight staff members of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce have attended Institute at four separate university facilities across the nation, and seven have received the IOM designation. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing more than 3 million businesses and organizations of every size, sector, and region.
Members of the 2012-13 Leadership Lubbock Class Nick Atwood – Mass Mutual Oscar Barrera – Atmos Energy Corporation Jennifer Bledsoe – First United Bank Celia Boone – Wells Fargo Bank Bryce Bowley – Robinson Burdette Martin & Seright Michalea Calmes – Betenbough Homes James Capps – City of Lubbock Jessica Carrillo – Texas Tech University Trevor Cates – Covenant Health System David Crews – United Supermarket Wade Crowson – University Medical Center Kelly Davila – South Plains Assn. of Gov. J.D. Dennis – Affordable Self Storage Aimee Doane – Suddenlink Shannon Elrod – United Supermarkets
Marcy Erwin – Craig, Terrill, Hale & Grantham Jerome Flores – StarCare Ronn Garcia – Underwood Law Firm Matt Graves – First Bank & Trust Nicole Griffin – Lubbock County DA’s office Kristin Hagins – Lubbock Christian School Tyler Haynes – PlainsCapital Bank Amanda Kuhn – Benchmark Business Solutions Kim Lehman – Workforce Solutions South Plains Jacob Lopez – Suddenlink Jake Mahan – Peoples Bank Amy Marquez – Lubbock Chamber of Commerce
Linsey McCutchin – Lubbock Independent School District Linda McMurry – TTUHSC, School of Nursing Trey Miller – American State Bank Cassie Morgan – Wells Fargo Bank Paul Norman – Lubbock Christian University Traci Ann Odom – TTU University Libraries Keith Patrick – American Cancer Society David Rogers – David Rogers Homes, Odyssey Homes Heather Smith – Covenant Health System Peter Smith – Happy State Bank Shannon Spencer – Girl Scouts of TX, OK Plains Suzie Stafford – Lubbock National Bank Lauren Sullivan-Dawson – TTU HSC, School of Nursing Carl Tepper – McDougal Land Co. Gregg Turner – Ferguson Enterprises Wilson Wicks – City Bank Brad Wilson – SouthWest Bank Allan Wolf – Parkhill, Smith & Cooper,Inc Tyler Young – Young Professionals of Greater Lubbock
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Fiestas Patrias Luncheon – September 14 Hub City BBQ – September 20 Harvest Breakfast – October 2 Chamber University Human Resources – October 9 Business Mercado – October 11 Chamber University Accounting & Taxes – November 7 Tuscany Trip – November 8 - 16 Annual Meeting – November 29
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Collins Tile Completes Prestigious Project After completing several projects for mosaic artist Mike Mandel since 2003, including the tile murals on the west side of the Jones AT&T Stadium, Collins Tile was selected to install four mosaic tile murals in the Cultural District of Fort Worth. Tim Collins, owner of Collins Tile, said the tile mosaics are proudly displayed on the Western Heritage Parking Garage in the infamous Cowtown, across from the Will Rogers Memorial Coliseum. “Being a horse enthusiast, this was a very exciting project to work
on, to have a chance to work on something that entails western art in Texas,” said Collins, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce chairman. “Mandel is such a phenomenal artist.” Collins said the murals are 25 feet above the ground and are 33 feet tall. The murals consist of a mosaic of one-inch by one-inch square glass tiles. Collins tile received the tiles in sheets in which they could then install. “We had to keep all of the sheets in order,” Collins said. “It was exciting getting to see the
murals develop as we worked.” The vertical murals showcase a rodeo bull rider, a Hispanic singer, a cowgirl and a cowboy. The horizontal murals portray African-American heritage in rodeo history. Collins said every one of the murals was inspired by people Mandel actually knew. He said Mandel puts a lot of background work into the mural before it becomes a piece of art. Collins said this project was special because they do not get to do a lot of art-based work. “I have built countless schools
and restaurants, and various different projects. While each one is different with their own challenges, they’re much the same,” Collins said. “It is a lot of fun to get the opportunity to get out and do something totally different.” Since the project is so unique, Collins said it draws attention to his company’s capacities and abilities and to the quality of people they have working for them. “It’s very exciting when our workers get to see their pictures and work in a national magazine,” Collins said. “Countless numbers of visitors will get to see the work we have done. We expect it to last a long time I hope it has had an impact on the visitors to that area.” After receiving much praise since the completion of the murals, Collins said they have begun installing seven additional murals on the new Equestrian MultiPurpose Facility at the Will Rogers Memorial Center.
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Visit Lubbock Director of Sales Recognized as one of Nation’s Leading Tourism Professionals
Amy Zientek, director of sales for Visit Lubbock, is being honored by the Southeast Tourism Society (STS) for her outstanding contributions to the travel and tourism industry. With more than 10 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry, Zientek was the only nominee from Texas to be recognized as part of the first-ever “Forty for the Future; Travel’s Leading Talent.” STS, an Atlanta-based professional as-
sociation in the tourism industry, organized the recognition to showcase the careers of 40 travel and tourism industry professionals all under the age of 40. Those chosen, most of whom were nominated by their employers or professional mentors, feature young professionals representing businesses and organizations from 14 different states. “All of them have demonstrated leadership in their careers and communities and are beacons for others,” Bill Hardman, president and CEO of STS, said. “Our objectives with “Forty for the Future” are to recognize leadership, demonstrate how varied tourism jobs are and inspire even younger people to consider
tourism as a career.” “It means a lot to be recognized for doing the work I love to do each and every day,” Zientek said. “It’s truly an honor, but I couldn’t have done it without the members of my team.” A panel of tenured professionals representing numerous components of the tourism industry evaluated the nominees. STS will recognize the 2012 “Forty for the Future; Travel’s Leading Talent” honorees during a special presentation at the STS Fall Forum in Virginia Beach, Va., Wednesday, Oct. 31Friday, Nov. 2. For more information, please contact Tom Adkinson at tadkinson@bohanideas.com.
A Tribute to Rufus William Grisham Rufus William Grisham – Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Chairman in 1985-86 and a true representation of community service. Grisham’s selflessness is evidenced by his many years of service, dedication and outstanding leadership, as well as his devotion to Lubbock’s quality of life, community development and economic growth. Grisham contributed to the Lubbock community unselfishly for more than 57 years. A few of his many contributions to the community include: Chairman of the Board of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, Charter President of the Southwest Lubbock Rotary Club, Chairman of the Board of Methodist Hospital, President of the Texas Cottonseed Crushers Association, board member of the National Cottonseed Products Association, Administrative Board of the First United Methodist Church of Lubbock, South Plains Food Bank, First National Bank of Vicksburg Mississippi, First Federal Savings Bank of Lubbock, Life Board Member of the First United Methodist Church and President of the YMCA of Lubbock. He was employed by Anderson Clayton
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and Company for 44 years, and retired as the President of the Texas Oilseed Processing Division. Loyalty embodied everything that he did. Due to his leadership, loyalty and dedication, Grisham was inducted into the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Business Person Hall of Fame in 2006. “Rufus was a man who gave his life to this community. Everything Rufus did was to better Lubbock. We will always remember him as a kind and gentle man, as well as a superior business leader of our community. On behalf of the Chamber staff, Rufus, it was an honor to have had you as a part of our team. You will be missed.” – Lubbock Chamber of Commerce
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Kick-off Breakfast Scheduled for August 30 The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce will host the 3rd annual Kick-off Breakfast featuring Texas Tech’s head football coach, Tommy Tuberville, on Thursday, August 30, at the McKenzie-Merket Alumni Center. The serving line will be open by 7:15 a.m., and the program will begin promptly at 7:30 a.m. “This breakfast is a great opportunity to support the Texas Tech community,” said Tim Collins, chairman of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce. “Not to mention you will get a preview of the 2012 football season from the coach himself.” Sponsorships for the event are still available! To secure your sponsorship, contact Audrey DeLeon at audrey.deleon@lubbockbiz.org. For more information or to register for tickets visit our website!
Welcome to the New Chamber Members
Please place this addition in your Chamber Business Directory and Resource Guide! Academic Year in America (806) 548-3838 Non-Profit Organizations Cash America Pawn #581 (806) 762-0584 (806) 741-0177 Lubbock, TX 79415 Loans Cash America Pawn #582 (806) 741-0177 1626 50th Street Lubbock, TX 79412 Loans Cash America Pawn # 583 (806) 791-1104 5730 50th Street Lubbock, TX 79414 Loans Cash for Gold Jewelers (806) 791-4653 4011 34th Street Lubbock, TX 79410 Gold Exchange Chick-fil-A at Raider Park (806) 744-1564 312 University Ave Lubbock, TX 79415 Restaurants
Elite Investigations, LLC (806) 744-8009 12402 Slide Road, Suite #204 Lubbock, TX 79424 Private Investigators Jerry’s Truck Repair, Inc. (806) 745-3455 5214 Southeast Drive Lubbock, TX 79404 Truck Fleet Maintenance Lawler’s WoodCraft, LLC Cabinetry Lubbock Trade Exchange - ITEX (806) 799-9600 4630 50th Street, Suite #618 Lubbock, TX 79414 Barter / Trade Services Lubbock Web Guy (806) 831-5033 4630 50th Street, Suite #612 Lubbock, TX 79414 Computer - Web Page Design Mike’s Gold Buyers (806) 745-1155 2811 S. Loop 289, Suite #5 Lubbock, TX 79423 Gold Exchange MLK 1 Bingo (806) 741-1477 1701 D Parkway Drive Lubbock, TX 79403 Non Profit Organizations
MLK 2 Bingo (806) 741-1477 1701 A Parkway Drive Lubbock, TX 79403 Non Profit Organizations Network & Security Solutions, LLC (806) 771-7771 12402 Slide Road, Suite #204 Lubbock, TX 79424 Computer - Networking One Stop (806) 747-1541 301 N. University Lubbock, TX 79415 Convenience Stores R H Strategies, LLC (202) 423-4375 4515 9th Street Lubbock, TX 79416 Consultants South Plains SPCA (806) 241-5071 5724 40th Street Lubbock, TX 79407 Non Profit Organizations Texas Custom Wine Works Wineries
Please note – current membership information can be found on the Chamber’s online Business Directory. Members can be searched by category or keyword. Membership information can be verified online through the Members Only section. 6/16/2011 – 7/15/2012