Lubbock Business Network - August 2016 Newsletter by Lubbock Chamber of Commerce

THE LUBBOCK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWSLETTER

LUBBOCK BUSINESS NETWORK

Learn more about YEA! and the upcoming luncheon on pg. 6

Vol. 25 No. 8 August 2016 Texas Tech Football Kickoff Breakfast Tickets on Sale Now!

Zane Williams Performing at the 15th Annual Hub City BBQ!

Now Accepting Applications for the 2017 Leadership Lubbock Class!

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Thank you to our 5-Star Sponsors!

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In the News this Month:

Learn More About YEA! During Lunch on Aug. 16.......................6 Texas Tech Football Kickoff Breakfast Tickets on Sale Now.......6 Zane Williams Performing at the Hub City BBQ............................8 2016 Chamber Golf Classic Winners..................................................9 Now Accepting Applications for Leadership Lubbock............ 11 Chamber Victory as Intervenor in Litigation Against EPA....... 13

A Message from the Chamber

S ince 1913, the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce’s mission of strengthening, promoting and serving its member businesses has positively benefitted the entire region and local quality of life. As the largest business federation on the South Plains, the Chamber represents over 2,000 members who employ over 79,000 workers, and account for over $2 billion in annual household earnings in Lubbock and West Texas, all without tax dollars. Each day, the Chamber strengthens, promotes and serves its member businesses through numerous programs and events. The Chamber advocates on local, state and federal levels and offers diverse programs for both large and small as well as minority-owned businesses.

2016 Board of Directors Executive Committee Chairwoman Beth Bridges, South Plains Mall Immediate Past Chairman Jay Jacobus, Scarborough Specialities, Inc. Chairwoman Elect Diannah Tatum, Sanford & Tatum Insurance Agency Treasurer David Park, Atmos Energy Secretary Eddie McBride, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Vice Chairman - Chamber Services and Member Engagement Abel Castro, FirstBank & Trust Co. Vice Chairwoman - Communications and Public Relations Kathy Oaks, American Cancer Society Vice Chairman - Community Development Cory Powell, TTU Mentor Tech - Institutional Diversity, Equity and Community Engagement Vice Chairman - Programs, Services and Events Scott Fagin, First United Bank

Board of Directors

Share Your News! To submit an article about your business or to purchase Lubbock Business Network sponsorships, contact the Chamber at (806) 761-7000. Click here to visit our new website, log into the members only portal, submit events/job openings and much more!

Byrnie Bass, R. Byrn Bass, Jr., Attorney at Law Sharon Hyde Bass, Volunteer Center Lubbock Alona Beesinger, Suddenlink Ron Betenbough, Betenbough Homes Kevin Bryan, Digital Base Productions Keith Bryant, Lubbock-Cooper Independent School District Renee Gonzales Davis, Alderson Enterprises/Mercedes-Benz Linda Gaither, WestMark Realtors-Gaither/Ratcliff Jeff Horn, Benchmark Business Solutions Chris James, United Supermarkets Brent King, UMC Health System Chris Lonngren, Schlotzsky’s Dave Marcinkowski, Madera Companies Richard Parks, Covenant Health Bill Patton, Robinson, Johnston & Patton, CPAs Tony Pena, FirstCapital Bank L. Timothy Perrin, Lubbock Christian University Cathy Pope, StarCare Specialty Health System Vanessa Reasoner, Grace Health Systems Dr. Berhl Robertson, Lubbock Independent School District Shannon Spencer, Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains, Inc. Marcie Truby, Hyatt Place Lubbock Polly Vann, V-tech Environmental Services Chuck Walker, FirstCare Health Plans Connie Wharton, Consultant Tyler Young, Texas Tech Federal Credit Union

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Young Professionals of Lubbock First Tuesday Networking sponsored by:

August 2, 2016 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. 4701 112th St.

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Business Mercado Committee – 4 p.m. – LCOC Young Professionals First Tuesday Networking sponsored by Las Brisas Southwest Steakhouse – 5:30 p.m. – 4701 112th St.

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Ag Committee – 8 a.m. – LCOC Business After Hours sponsored by Caprock Home Health 5:30 p.m. – 8806 University Ave.

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Groundbreaking: Adventure Park – 11 a.m. – 5110 29th Dr.

Transportation Committee – 10:30 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: ILT Bike Fix It Station – 10 a.m. – Dunbar Historical Lake, Canyon Lake Dr & MLK Jr. Blvd. Ribbon Cutting: City of Lubbock Activities Center – 11 a.m. 2001 19th St. Leadership Lubbock Steering Comittee – 3:30 p.m. – LCOC

Ag Committee – 8 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: Lubbock Eye Clinic– 1:30 p.m. – 3702 34th St. Ribbon Cutting - Hospitality Nursing and Rehab - Memory Support Unit – 4 p.m. – 4710 Slide Rd

12 Government Relations Committee – 10:30 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: Ya’ Making Me Hungry – 11 a.m. – 1602 Main St. 16 Leadership Lubbock: Arts & Education Day – ALL DAY Education Luncheon, YEA! – 11:30 a.m. – Merket Alumni Center Ribbon Cutting: Sanford & Tatum Insurance – 4 p.m. – 5241 98th St. 17 Ambassador Luncheon – Noon – Aspen Creek Grill, 3012 W. Loop 289 Ribbon Cutting: Upbring’s New Foster Care Office – 4 p.m. 7412 S. University 18

August 4, 2016 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. 8806 University Ave.

Introducing the Chamber’s new show:

Member Focus

“Working for Business, Believing in Lubbock.”

Executive Committee – 1:30 p.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: Avalon Apartments – 4 p.m. 3420 Milwaukee Ave. Business After Hours sponsored by FirstBank & Trust – 5:30 p.m. Abuelos, 4401 82nd St.

19 Ribbon Cutting: 806 Concepts (The Library Bar) – 4 p.m. 1701 Texas Ave. 22 Hub City BBQ Committee – 4 p.m. – Great Plains Distribution 5701 East Hwy. 84 23 Young Professionals of Lubbock Steering Comittee – Noon – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: DEFINE Body & Mind – 4 p.m. – 4413 82nd St. STE 130 25 Board of Directors Meeting sponsored by Moonlight Musicals 10 a.m. – Mackenzie Park Amphitheater, 413 E. Broadway 30 Business Mercado Committee – 4 p.m. – LCOC 31 Texas Tech Football Kickoff Breakfast – 6:30 a.m. – Lubbock Memorial Civic Center

*LCOC = Lubbock Chamber of Commerce

Highlighting a variety of businesses each month.

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For a complete list of Chamber and member events, visit our calendar online at lubbockchamber.com/events.

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Promote Your Business with the Chamber in 2017! Sponsorship sales have begun for the 2017 Business Directory & Resource Guide. Members wishing to promote their business in the directory will get a five percent discount if paid in full by August 14. Members wanting to promote their business in the directory and on our website, LubbockChamber.com, will receive 20 percent off the total price for both. For more information on sponsoring the directory and on the website, please contact Brenda Richardson at (806) 761-7003 or brenda.richardson@lubbockbiz.org. Verification Forms Be on the lookout for your verification form. The Chamber has mailed out verification forms for each location of your business. Please update this form and return to us by the deadline. If you do not receive a form, please contact our office at (806) 761-7000 and we will send you the verification form.

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Business After Hours sponsored by:

Chamber Staff President/CEO Eddie McBride, IOM Executive Vice President Norma Ritz Johnson, CCE, IOM CFO/COO Sheri Nugent, IOM Vice President - Communications & Public Relations Tammi Boozer Vice President - Programs, Services & Events Christye Weld Community Development Director Amy Marquez, IOM Member Relations Director Cathy Potter Business Development Coordinator Brenda Richardson Communications Specialist Haily Assiter Event Specialist Allison Cottrell Government Relations Specialist Stevie Poole Event/Government Relations Specialist Kyle Jacobson Administrative Assistant/Office Coordinator Patsy Moffett Accounting Assistant Patricia Picon Intern Mallory Barnett

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Learn More About YEA! During Lunch on August 16th! The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce will host an Education Luncheon on Tues., Aug. 16, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the McKenzie-Merket Alumni Center. The luncheon will focus on the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) which is presented by the Liggett Law Group, LLC. The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!), is a groundbreaking program that takes students through the process of starting and running real businesses over the course of a full academic year. YEA! students, as a class, visit area businesses, meet successful entrepreneurs, meet with professionals (attorneys, accountants, bankers, graphic designers, web developers, insurance providers, etc.), develop a business or social movement idea and plan, and work with mentors. Students then pitch their ideas “live” to a panel of investors made up of local business and community leaders with real dollars at stake to obtain funding – think Shark Tank meets The Apprentice and American Idol –, and take all of the steps necessary to, and then actually do, launch their venture.

This year’s guest speaker will be former YEA! participant, Regan Heath, 2016 semifinalist of the Angleton, Texas, YEA! Chapter, and CEO of Sugar^3 (Sugar Cubed). Sugar Cubed Bakery was conceived and begun by 15-year-old Heath. At the age of six, Heath's love of baking began when her aunt Sarah let her help make cookies. Heath has now turned her passion into a business and opened an inhome bakery under Texas Cottage Food Law. Her ultimate goal is to open her own storefront in the Brazoria area. The cost of the luncheon is $40. Chamber members get a discounted price of $35. Those wishing to attend the luncheon can do so by registering at LubbockChamber.com or by calling (806) 761-7000. Deadline to register is 5 p.m. on Fri., Aug. 12. For more information or sponsorships, please contact Allison Cottrell at allison.cottrell@lubbockbiz.org or by calling the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce. Diamond Sponsor: Michael Berg Insurance Agency, Inc.

Get Your Ticket for the 2016 Texas Tech Football Kickoff Breakfast! Join us on Wed., Aug. 31, at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center for the Texas Tech Football Kickoff Breakfast! The event begins with the serving lines opening at 6:45 a.m. and the program beginning at 7 a.m. Texas Tech Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury will be in attendance. Join us as we celebrate the upcoming Texas Tech football season, with the Chamber, member businesses and the community. Tables of eight may be purchased for $400 and $550 (this price includes sponsor recognition and benefits). Tables and sponsorships are still available. Ticket registration will open on July 20. Please call the Chamber at (806) 761-7000 for more information. Registration will close on Fri., Aug. 26, at 5 p.m. Click here to register.

Thanks to our 2016 Sponsors!

Diamond: American National Bank, Teinert Metals, Inc. Platinum: Designscapes, Everyman Media Works, Gandy’s Dairies, Happy State Bank, Kindred at Home, PrimeLending, The Matador, StarCare Specialty Health System, Texas Tech Athletics, Texas Tech University System

Click here to view photos from the 2015 event!

Introducing Our New Staff Member, Kyle Jacobson The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce has announced the hiring of Kyle Jacobson as Event/ Government Relations Specialist, who began his duties at the Chamber on August 1. A native of Austin, Texas, Jacobson is a 2014 graduate of Texas Tech University where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in political science. He is currently working on his Master’s degree in public administration.

Jacobson served as a graduate intern with the Chamber this summer. Prior to his internship with the Chamber, Jacobson worked the campaigns for State Representative John Frullo and Republican nominee for Congressional District 19 Jodey Arrington. After graduating from Tech, he went to work for Chamber member, The Matador. As the Event/Government Relations Specialist, Jacobson will assist in all aspects of event planning while working with the Government Relations staff in all of the Chamber’s advocacy efforts.

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Introducing our August Business of the Month, Dunkin Dounts/ Baskin Robbins Congratulations to our August Business of the Month, Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins, a member of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce since opening its doors in 2014! This company does a lot more for the community than just serve delicious donuts, coffee and ice cream. Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins jumped right into serving our community through various events and sponsorships and they haven’t slowed down! Brandt Stravlo, COO, at Step Values, LLC and franchisee of Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins in Lubbock, said being a member of the Chamber gives him a feeling of belonging in the community. “[I love] the feeling of belonging and being part of something larger,” Stravlo said. “Being able to give back to those that have given so much to us over our lives here in Lubbock is so important to me.” Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins has participated in a number of events during its membership with the Chamber. These include Ribbon Cuttings, Business Expo and sponsoring several Chamber events. Stravlo said that the company’s favorite Chamber event is the Business Expo. “We thoroughly enjoy the Business Expo for a couple of reasons. It allows us to reconnect with all the businesses that supported us in the beginning and continue to support us, and

it allows us to be able to introduce our brands to the community and educate the public on who we really are and how they (the public) can benefit from us being here,” stated Stravlo. Stravlo said being a member of the Chamber has been a very rewarding experience that has helped increase his business relationships in the community and his overall community involvement. “Being a member of the Chamber has been extremely rewarding in many aspects,” said Stravlo. “It has increased our business relationships by the show of support the members have provided us from our Ribbon Cuttings to just getting the word out through different mediums. In return, it has allowed us to support those businesses that are just starting out and letting them know that we are here for them as well.” Again congratultions to Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins on its August Business of the Month award. We appreciate all that they have done and continue to do in our community.

The Chamber is proud to congratulate Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins on its August Business of the Month achievement. Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins along with all the other businesses of the month for 2016, will be considered for the Chamber’s Business of the Year award, in December 2016.

Timms Recognized for Excellence in Sales and Service Geiger is pleased to announce Kathy Timms as this year’s corecipient of Geiger’s Endeavor Award. Each year, this award is presented to a new Geiger Sales Partner who excels in sales and service to their clients as well as to others in the industry and community. Timms joined Geiger in October 2014 and has served in the promotional products industry for over 12 years. She is a member of Geiger’s Mid-South division, which was named this year’s Division of the Year. Timms’ goal is to help her clients succeed with their promotional, branding, employee motivation and marketing needs.

Among some of her other passions are volunteering and serving in her community. She is a long time member of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce where she has served as the Ambassador Chairperson in 2008, Ambassador of the Year in 2009 and is still active in the Ambassador program. Headquartered in Lewiston, Maine, Geiger is the largest privately held promotional products distributor in the nation. Geiger operates 15 divisional offices across the US and is affiliated with over 550 independent sales representatives. The company is the sole publisher of the world-famous Farmers’ Almanac™. Geiger is a safety and socially conscientious company. You deserve a company that does the best job of providing proactive, comprehensive compliance solutions. Geiger has a full-time Product Safety department committed to protecting you and your brand.

ATTENTION NEW MEMBERS! MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Chamber Basics : Pizza with the President Wednesday, Sept. 7 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Wells Fargo Center, 1500 Broadway, 2nd Floor, San Jacinto Room 7

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Zane Willliams Performing at the 15th Annual Hub City BBQ! Mark your calendars and plan to attend this popular and unique event, presented by Suddenlink on Thurs., Sept. 22! Grab your friends and taste the best BBQ on the South Plains, listen to some rockin’ Texas country music and enjoy a beautiful evening downtown. Zane Williams is sure to draw a crowd. A true singersongwriter who brings stories and poetry to life through his songs, Williams’ charismatic presence on stage promises a fun evening with a rising star that is sure to knock your socks off! With hits like “Texas Like That” and stirring ballads like “Jayton and Jill”, it will surely be a great night to enjoy good BBQ, great friends and fantastic music. The opening band is School of Rock, which is made up of young local musicians. We are excited to bring their budding talents to the stage to kick the night off! Tickets are available at the Chamber office, 1500 Broadway, Suite 101, or via Select-A-Seat. Ticket prices for adults are $25 in advance or $30 at the gate. Children between six and 10 years old get in for $15 while those five and under are free. There is still time to enter your cooking team if you’d like to test your cooking skills and see if you can win braggin’ rights for your culinary skills! The good news is, you don’t have to be an experienced team to compete! We have a category for everyone – Professional, Corporate and Amateur/Student – so get that registration in and plan to join in the fun. The team entry fee is $150 for the first 10’x 20’ space and $100 for each additional space. The registration form can be found on the Hub City BBQ Cook-Off website or you can click here to download the registration form now. Don’t forget to like us on Facebook to get updates about the event, teams and sponsors, as well as check out photos of the 2015 winners! For more information or to become a sponsor, please contact Christye Weld at Christye.Weld@lubbockbiz.org or by calling the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce at (806) 761-7000. A BIG thanks to all of our 2016 sponsors! Presenting:

Competition Meat: Diamond and Media: Arctic Glacier USA Inc., KCBD News Channel 11, KING FM, Red Dirt Rebel 105.3 Band: Allstate Insurance – Recruiting Texas Region Emerald: Acme Electric Co., City of Lubbock, Griffin Wink Advertising Platinum: Action Printing, American National Bank, Atmos Energy, Coca-Cola Refreshments, Lamar Outdoor Advertising, Lubbock National Bank, Lubbock Power & Light, Republic National Distributing, Scarborough Specialties

Copper: Choice Media, Taco Bell/Pizza Hut – Border Management Group Gold: ABF Commercial Roofing & Foam, B&J Welding Supply, Blue Sky Texas, Centennial Bank, Custom Electronics, Domino’s TTU, First United Bank, Lubbock Welding Supply, Overton Hotel & Conference Center, Pavecon, Ltd., Prosperity Bank, Robinson Burdette Martin & Seright, L.L.P., Safelite AutoGlass, Southwest Bank, United Supermarkets, WesTech Plumbing Bronze: AMA TechTel Communications, Designscapes, Grace Clinic, Tigris Real Estate Signage: Sign Pro of Lubbock Golf Cart/ATV: AMA TechTel Communications, Family Power Sports, Hillcrest Golf & Country Club, Hurst Farm Supply Silver: Alderson Enterprises, Brookdale Shadow Hills, Buildrite Construction, Carizma Motors, Collins Stone, Courtyard by Marriott - Lubbock Downtown, Ferguson Enterprises, FirstCare Health Plans, Forrest Tire Co., Happy State Bank, Overhead Door Company of Lubbock, South Plains Mall, West Texas Gas, WestMark REALTORS, Yates Flooring Center VIP Gift: Llano Estacado Winery, Texas Tech Club

Learn more about Zane Williams and listen to his music here.

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Get to Know Board Member, Kevin Bryan How did you get involved with the Chamber and what keeps you involved? I was first involved with the Chamber when the Business Expo first got under way. I was lucky enough to be teamed up with some great people. I will always remember Jay Dycus, Norma Ritz Johnson, Jay Jacobus and Sally Best, and of course Eddie McBride. What is your favorite event or program of the Chamber? I think that they are all great, but I really like the Business Expo.

Finish this sentence: Never again will Iâ&#x20AC;Śtry a flip off the diving board to impress my kids.

Kevin Bryan

Vice President Sales and Marketing Digital Base Productions

What are some of your other community leadership roles? I currently serve on the CAPROCK AMBUCS/MOB basketball board and I was recently elected to the Lubbock-Cooper ISD Board of Trustees.

2016 Chamber Golf Classic Winners This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s golf committee would like to thank everyone who participated in the annual golf tournament on Mon., July 18. A total of 68 teams competed in the two flights. Thanks to all of our sponsors for making this event happen! A full list can be found on our website and photos from the event can be found on our Facebook page.

Presented by:

B&J Welding Supply 1st Place, AM Flight

UMC Physician Network Services

Alderson Auto Group

Brooks Law, LLP

Isaac McDonald

AquaSmart Enterprises 1st Place, PM Flight

Bobby Stuart

3rd Place, AM Flight

Closest to the Pin, AM Flight

Straightest Drive, AM Flight

Benchmark Business Solutions

Alfred Mata

Straightest Drive, PM Flight

2nd Place, AM Flight

2nd Place, PM Flight

Closest to the Pin, PM Flight

3rd Place, PM Flight

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Growing Community Leaders Meet Leadership Lubbock Class Member Spenser Piercy Why did you choose to become part of the Leadership Lubbock? I have many friends and family members who all had great experiences in Leadership Lubbock. It seemed like a great way to get out and meet new people, and learn more about the great things happening in our community.

How long have you been associated with Leadership Lubbock? I am a part of the Class of 2016, so this is my first year to be involved with Leadership Lubbock. What are some of your favorite Leadership Lubbock events to attend? I’m a big Texas Tech fan, so the Sports and Rec day was one of my favorites. I enjoyed touring Tech’s facilities and hearing directly from the people most involved in the bright future of Tech sports. The Austin trip was also incredible. It was a great opportunity to get to know everyone in the class, and the tour of the State Capitol was awesome. What do you feel is the most rewarding part of being part the Leadership Lubbock Class? Networking with other professionals in the program and learning about their businesses has been very rewarding. I have also learned a lot about myself and have been able to improve myself through the leadership seminars.

Why is the Leadership Lubbock program important to you? I think having an in-depth knowledge of our community and the way it’s growing and prospering is important in so many parts of my life, both professionally and personally. I have been able to network with other professionals who are a part of that growth, and it makes me excited about and proud of the future of our community. It has also been a great way to make new friends that I might not otherwise have met. The leadership training seminars have also helped me in so many ways. Who do you work for? Crenshaw, Dupree & Milam, LLP What is your position? Associate Attorney What all does your position entail? I work primarily with people from Lubbock and the surrounding communities in estate planning, probate, business formations and oil and gas. I also represent and advise companies in business collections and contract and lease review. How long have you been with your current company? August marks a year and a half with CD&M. Share some info about your family. My mom (a Leadership Lubbock alumna) and dad are both active members of the Lubbock community. I also have a younger sister who unfortunately decided to move to Washington, D.C., but I know she misses Lubbock quite a bit. I would be remiss in not mentioning my golden lab, Colbie, who welcomes me home with a goofy smile every day.

Nominate a Young Professional for the Lubbock Chamber 20 Under 40 Award Today! The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce will begin accepting nominations for its 2016 Twenty Under Forty Award on Mon., Aug. 8. The nominated individuals should demonstrate leadership in their careers and actively participate in the community. Winners will be determined by an independent panel of judges. The 2016 recipients will be honored at a banquet on Nov. 10, 2016. • Nominations must be received no later than Aug. 25, 2016 by 5pm. • Nominees will be contacted by the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce regarding eligibility requirements as nominations are received. • You may nominate more than one person. Self-nominations are not permitted.

• Nominees must be between 22 and 40 years of age on or before Oct. 7, 2016. To complete nomination(s), please submit the nomination form by one of the following: • Complete the form online • Email: amy.marquez@lubbockbiz.org • Fax: (806) 761-7013 • Mail: 1500 Broadway, Suite 101, Lubbock, TX 79401, ATTN: Amy Marquez

To obtain a nomination form, please visit our website, and click on the Twenty Under Forty banner on the homepage or contact Amy Marquez or (806) 761-7002.

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Meet Young Professionals of Lubbock Member, Rance Loafman Why did you chose to be a member of the Young Professionals of Lubbock? After moving back to this area from being gone for several years, I was looking for an avenue through which to connect with other people my age that held similar mindsets and passions about business and about the South Plains. It was obvious in attending my first "First Tuesday" that YPL was exactly what it billed itself off as and have been attending ever since.

How long have you been a YPL member? I have been a member since 2014. What do you feel is the most rewarding part of being a YPL member? I firmly believe that YPL is an integral cog in the future of Lubbock. It is populated with some of the best and brightest minds the Lubbock community has to offer and simply being around these individuals challenges me personally. The leadership acumen, heart for service and desire to see Lubbock succeed, seen in so many of the members, pushes me to be a more passionate advocate for my community, in both my business and personal life.

Why is being a YP member important to you? I desire to see Lubbock as a place that my children and grandchildren can call home for generations. In order for this to occur we need great, local leadership. YPL, in conjunction with the Chamber, plays a significant role in equipping the future leaders of Lubbock and I feel that it is essential to surround myself with people who make me and my community a better place. YPL provides an environment to learn from others, while building a network with future leaders. Where do you work? Sweep and Stripe Asphalt Solutions What is your position? Director of Business Operations What all does your position entail? I bring affordable asphalt paving, sealing and repair to the South Plains through a great team of problem solvers and detail oriented members. How long have you been with your current company? 5 years Share some info about your family. I am married to an absolutely beautiful and talented woman, Rachel, and we have an eight-month-old baby girl who has the best mom anyone could dream of.

CHAMBER UNIVERSITY: MILLENNIAL RETENTION September 15, 2016 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Thank you to our sponsors: American National Bank Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas United Supermarkets Workforce Solutions South Plains

Contact Allison Cottrell for more information at 806.761.7000!

Now Accepting Applications for the 2017 Leadership Lubbock Class

The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce MISSION: To develop individuals of has begun accepting applications for the diverse backgrounds and strengths into 2017 Leadership Lubbock Class. a cohesive group of leaders committed Since its inception in 1976, Leadership to servant leadership and service to the Lubbock has continued to provide an community in order to positively shape LUBBOCK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE outstanding leadership and community the future of Lubbock. orientation program for selected Chamber To obtain an application, please business leaders. This program provides a source of leaders for visit our website and click on the Leadership Lubbock banner the Lubbock Community by ensuring that Leadership Lubbock on the homepage or contact Amy Marquez at amy.marquez@ participants receive necessary community information/ lubbockbiz.org or (806) 761-7002. All applications must be orientation and leadership skills. Leadership Lubbock is open to submitted by 5 p.m. on Fri., Aug. 26. members of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, and they are selected through an application process.

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Lubbock Business Network Legislative Benefactor:

Voice of Business Learn More About DOL’s Fiduciary Rule As today’s workforce looks toward retirement, the once shining golden age is tarnished by looming uncertainty. Between the ambiguity of the Social Security Trust Fund and now the anxiety of financial planning without guaranteed access to an experienced financial advisor, it has never been more difficult to prepare for retirement. Just a few months ago, the U.S. Department of Labor finalized a new version of the “fiduciary rule” that will likely make it harder and more costly for Americans to get the advice and choices needed to reach retirement goals. While at first glance the intent of the rule is commendable, a more in depth examination reveals that the unintended consequences will cost the very consumers the rule is designed to protect. The 1,023 page agency regulation shackles financial professionals with a byzantine compliance scheme and increased legal liability by moving regulatory and enforcement power to the courts. This has already led to inconsistent interpretations of the rule. For instance, some in the industry mistakenly think the DOL fiduciary rule levels the playing field for everyone by placing all financial advisors working with IRAs or any retirement plan under an ERISA fiduciary standard when in fact, it puts everyone in a much higher standard that is more cumbersome, more costly and places them at greater risk of frivolous litigation. Simply put, the goal of the regulation is to ensure financial advisors put the clients’ interests ahead of their own. However, this new provision also erodes customers’ choice while simultaneously overreaching DOL authority by sidestepping the independent expertise of the Securities and Exchange Commission. This new rule’s requirement drive advisors towards a one-size-fits-all approach to retirement planning, despite the fact that a fee-based account model is not always in the best interest of all financial clients—specifically small businesses. For example, both the SEC and FINRA place an enforcement priority on so-called reverse-churning, or when a person who would be better served by lower, transaction-based pricing in a brokerage account is instead put into a higher-cost, fee-based account. Recent studies predict that working families will be hit the hardest as the redefined fiduciary rule disproportionately affects small business’ access to affordable retirement products. Today, 96 percent of the Lubbock Chamber’s members have 50 or fewer employees and 86 percent have 20 or less. An advisor to a small plan would likely be forced to pass the high cost of compliance and liability to small business clients. ERISA fiduciary liability is personal liability, requiring advisors to get new professional insurance policies, even as the rule creates a new cause of action, increasing lawsuits.

Under this new rule, it is very likely that many financial advisors will no longer find it profitable to serve small plans and individuals with small account balances. Small businesses across the South Plains – including many members of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce – will now be hindered by new restrictions and legal risk with the threat of trial lawyers challenging their every move. Raising cost and reducing access to quality, affordable investment advice at a time when engineering firms and high-tech companies are already being pushed to outspend companies across the state in benefits to attract talent, we must ask the question: how much more can local small businesses take? On behalf of the more than 2,000 member businesses and their more than 79,000 employees we represent, the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce is saying enough is enough. We firmly believe that this over-reaching regulation – despite its good intentions – will disrupt the marketplace, add additional burdens to small businesses and ultimately harm the consumers it is meant to protect. In an attempt to protect our members, the Lubbock Chamber has taken its advocacy efforts to the courts. Currently involved in four lawsuits including one challenging the legality of the fiduciary rule, the Chamber is committed to ensuring there is a pro-business, pro-growth environment for its members to operate in. A Chamber’s most fundamental responsibility is to advocate on behalf of the business community, and the Lubbock Chamber will continue to fight for job creators and protect the Lubbock economy from costly regulations in both the legislature and the courts.

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Lubbock Chamber Cheers Victory as Intervenor in Litigation Against EPA Lubbock Chamber of Commerce officials cheered another victory in its “Full Court Press” against regulatory overreach as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit late last week stayed implementation of the EPA’s federal takeover of the regional haze air permitting process in Texas and Oklahoma. In April, the U.S. Chamber, the Texas Association of Business (TAB), Lubbock Chamber and 22 other local Texas chambers of commerce as well as industry groups intervened in support of a lawsuit brought by the State of Texas challenging EPA on the matter. “EPA has admitted the rule would cost at least $2 billion for companies in Texas to implement in the next few years. As a result, the rule could force some power plants to go offline, and drive up electricity costs for all businesses in Texas. What’s more, the “regional haze rule” would have little to no benefits for Texas: EPA admits that the new regulation’s “visibility” improvements are virtually imperceptible to the human eye,” said Beth Bridges, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Chairwoman. The Clean Air Act's (CAA) "regional haze" program seeks to limit or prevent "visibility" impairment in certain areas. Although

state air quality regulators usually have the primary authority to implement CAA standards, in this instance, the EPA disapproved of Texas’ own proposed regulations to limit regional haze and instead took over Texas’s regulatory authority by imposing a draconian “federal implementation plan” (or “FIP”). This new “FIP” imposes stringent new limitations on certain air emissions. “The Chamber’s most fundamental responsibility is to advocate on behalf of the business community,” said Bridges. “We will continue to fight for job creators and protect the Lubbock economy from costly regulations.” The victory in federal court is the second in less than a month for the Lubbock Chamber’s litigation efforts to fight overregulation. In late June, Senior U.S. District Judge Sam Cummings stayed the U.S. Department of Labor’s “Persuader Rule,” in a lawsuit led by the National Federation of Independent Business and joined by other plaintiffs including the Lubbock Chamber and TAB.

State Legislative Forum and State of the Texas Tech System Luncheon held on Sept. 29

In a half-day session on September 29, the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce State Legislative Forum, presented by the Lubbock Association of REALTORS®, connects local business leaders to top state lawmakers to discuss key West Texas issues. Texas enjoys a healthy economic environment, especially after the last Texas State Legislative Session. To ensure that remains the case, solid business influence and advocacy must take place even between sessions. Seize this opportunity to join in on the discussions and support the Lubbock Chamber’s advocacy efforts. The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce State Legislative Forum will feature elected officials from across Texas, as well as Lubbock's very own Senator Charles Perry, Representative John Frullo and Representative Dustin Burrows. State Legislative Forum individual ticket pricing is available below or click here to register: • $100 to attend both the State Legislative Forum AND the State of the Texas Tech System Luncheon • $75 to attend ONLY the State Legislative Forum *Chamber Member Rate: $50 Presenting:

The State of the Texas Tech System Luncheon presented by AimBank will follow the State Legislative Forum. Individual ticket pricing is available below or click here to register: • $45 to attend ONLY the State of the Texas System Luncheon *Chamber Member Rate: $35 • $100 to attend both the State Legislative Forum AND the State of the Texas Tech System Luncheon *Chamber Member Rate: $75 Sponsorships are still available for both events. Please contact Stevie Poole at (806) 761-7000 or Stevie.Poole@ lubbockbiz.org for more information. Presenting:

Diamond: Texas Tech University - Office of the President Platinum: Atmos Energy, Happy State Bank Out-of-town attendees can receive a special block rate of $250 at the Overton Hotel and Conference Center by clicking here. The deadline for hotel reservations is September 15.

Platinum: Atmos Energy

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Chamber Ambassador Program

Congrats to, Kim Davis, June Ambassador of the Month!

Kim Davis, a Community Relations Davis recently volunteered at Lubbock Manager at Mosaic and four-year Ambassador Uncorked, the Chamber’s newest event. She for the Lubbock Chamber, has been named said the concept of highlighting West Texas June’s Ambassador of the Month. Davis Wine and those who make it was the perfect has received this award once before, and idea, considering West Texas is heavily said she made the decision to become an involved in grape-growing and wine making. Ambassador in order to expand her network “I volunteered with Lubbock Uncorked in her business and the community. this year. What a great idea to bring a wine “[I became an Ambassador] to meet festival to this prominent grape-growing new people and become more involved in region,” Davis said. the community,” Davis said. “It allows me to When Davis is not volunteering her time get to know new people and businesses and to the Chamber, she enjoys spending time helps in my position at work.” with family and friends, as well as serving in Davis has been the Community Relations other areas of the community, which include; Kim Davis (M) with David and Kim Putman, Manager at Mosaic for more than four years, Lubbock Monterey Ambucs, Toastmasters LegalShield, presenting her a giftcard for and said that while she and her fellow staff earning and the American Business Women's the Ambassador of the Month award. feel that they are one of Lubbock’s best-kept Association. Again, congratulations to Kim secrets, they wish to make their company Davis on earning her second Ambassador more well-known in the Lubbock community. of the Month award! We appreciate all that she does for the “At Mosaic, we feel like we are one of Lubbock's best Chamber and the time and commitment she pours into our kept secrets - but we really don't want to be,” Davis said. “My business community. primary responsibility is to introduce more people to Mosaic and our mission. I am also responsible for recruiting volunteers, cultivating donors, general fundraising and public relations.” Davis said she feels the most rewarding part about being an Davis is also an Ambassador Team Captain and her team Ambassador for the Lubbock Chamber is the friendships she has won the Ambassador Team of the Month award for June too! made with the people she has met over the years. Congratulations to everyone on Team Davis! “I really enjoy Ribbon Cuttings because I like to learn about new and existing businesses in Lubbock,” stated Davis, when asked what her favorite Ambassador event to attend was. When asked about her favorite Chamber event, Davis said the decision is a difficult one to make, considering that each event is so unique. However, Davis managed to pick one event out of the crowd. “That is a tough question because I have been part of many of the Chamber events and I think they all have their unique traits and benefits,” she said. “I do love the networking opportunities with all events, but especially the Business Expo.”

Join the Ambassador Program!

Sponsor the Ambassador or Team of the Month award! Sponsor and/or Host one of the monthly luncheons! Contact Cathy Potter, Member Relations Director, for more information.

(806) 761-7000 | cathy.potter@lubbockbiz.org

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Ribbon Cuttings & Groundbreakings – July

18Nineteen Apartments 1819 Glenna Goodacre

CycleBar 7604 Milwaukee Ave.

Fairfield Inn & Suites 5435 50th St.

Horseshoe Knot Event Center 5618 CR 1240

LHUCA Stage 511 Ave. K

Lubbock Ideal Wellness 3415 23rd St.

Pittman’s Academy of Martial Arts 2233 34th St.

Shrinking Deb Eat Healthy with Deb

Southwest Aqua Sports 3909 North Frankford