THE LUBBOCK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWSLETTER
LUBBOCK BUSINESS NETWORK
2015 Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon Thurs., Dec. 3 at 11:30am Lubbock Memorial Civic Center
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Vol. 24 No. 11 November 2015 Register for Chamber University’s Leadership Seminar
Volunteers Needed for 2016 TRC
AimBank receives Fall Water-Smart Award
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In the News this Month:
Register for Chamber University’s Leadership Seminar.............6 2015 Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon....................................6 Volunteers Needed for 2016 Total Resource Campaign.............7 AimBank receives Fall Water-Smart Award.....................................7 Attend Chamber Basics..........................................................................7 New Joint Employer Standard Could Be Costly.......................... 12
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 Lubbock Chamber will continue to advocate on behalf of the over 2,000 job creators and their 79,000 employees that account for around $2 billion in economic impact in Lubbock and West Texas. This is accomplished without the use of 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.
Share Your News! To submit an article about your business, to purchase Lubbock Business Network sponsorships, contact the Chamber’s Communications and Marketing Division at (806) 761-7000.
Click here to visit the videos page on our website. This will keep you up to date with our latest ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings and testimonials.
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2015 Board of Directors Executive Committee Chairman Jay Jacobus, Scarborough Specialties, Inc. Chairwoman-Elect Beth Bridges, South Plains Mall Immediate Past Chairwoman Alona Beesinger, Suddenlink Treasurer Diannah Tatum, Sanford & Tatum Insurance Agency Secretary Eddie McBride, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Vice Chairman, Communications & Marketing Scott Fagin, First United Bank Vice Chairman, Government & Community Relations David Park, Atmos Energy Vice Chairman, Leadership & Membership Investor Relations Gabe Vitela, Twisted Root Burger Co.
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Carmen Aguirre, Children’s Advocacy Center of the South Plains Sharon Hyde Bass, Volunteer Center Lubbock Ron Betenbough, Betenbough Homes Keith Bryant, Lubbock-Cooper Independent School District Michael Calvillo, Michael Calvillo Bail Bonds and The Butler Abel Castro, FirstBank & Trust Renee Gonzales Davis, Alderson Enterprises/Mercedes-Benz Linda Gaither, WestMark Realtors-Gaither/Ratcliff Jeff Horn, Benchmark Business Solutions Clayton Isom, The Isom Group Chris James, United Supermarkets Brent King, UMC Health System Chris Lonngren, Schlotzsky’s Dave Marcinkowski, Madera Companies Kathy Oaks, American Cancer Society 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 Cory Powell, TTU Mentor Tech Dr. Berhl Robertson, Lubbock Independent School District Frank Silvas, AFLAC-Frank Silvas Polly Vann, V-tech Environmental Services Chuck Walker, FirstCare Health Plans Connie Wharton, Consultant
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Upcoming Events November 3 YPL First Tuesday Networking sponsored by Koetter Fire Protection November 5 Business After Hours sponsored by Stella’s Restaurant November 10 Chamber University: Leadership YPL Lunch & Learn November 12 YPL Twenty Under Forty Awards Banquet November 19 Business After Hours sponsored by McPherson Cellars
Young Professionals First Tuesday Networking sponsored by:
Koetter Fire Protection Nov. 3 | 5:30 - 7pm 510 13th St.
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Young Professionals of Lubbock: First Tuesday Networking sponsored by Koetter Fire Protection – 5:30 p.m. – 510 13th St.
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Ag Committee Meeting – 8 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: Texas Federation of Republican Women’s Biennial Convention – Noon – Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane Business After Hours sponsored by Stella’s Restaurant – 5:30 p.m. 4646 50th St.
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Transportation Committee Meeting – 10:30 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: Refresh Carpet Cleaning – 11:15 a.m. – 5214 Marsha Sharp Fwy. Ribbon Cutting: Hawk Portable Buildings – 11:45 a.m. – 12101 Hwy. 87
Ribbon Cutting: Great Clips – 11 a.m. – 1910 Quaker Ave., Ste. 102
10 Chamber University: Leadership – 11:45 a.m. – Margret Talkington School for Nusing Education at Lubbock Christian University, 5601 19th St. Young Professionals of Lubbock: Lunch & Learn – 11:30 a.m. MCM Eleganté Hotel & Suites, 801 Ave. Q 11 New Century Leadership Committee Meeting – 1 p.m. – LCOC 12
Ribbon Cutting: Hiring Red, White and You (Veterans Job Fair) – 9:45 a.m. Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane Government Relations Committee Meeting – 10:30 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: FirstBank & Trust’s Operations and Conference Center 4 p.m. – 9816 Slide Road YPL Twenty Under Forty Awards Banquet – 6:30 p.m. Lubbock Scottish Rite, 1101 70th St.
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Leadership Lubbock: Arts & Education Day – ALL DAY Groundbreaking: Carpenter’s Church Housing First Duplexes – 11:30 a.m. 1901 13th St.
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New Century Leadership: Ag & Energy Day – ALL DAY Ambassador Luncheon sponsored by Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas – Noon – Goodwill Admin Office, 715 28th St. Ribbon Cutting: Jr. League’s Holiday Happening Kick-Off – 4:30 p.m. Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane
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Ribbon Cutting: Be a Santa to a Senior – 11 a.m. – Home Instead Senior Care, 1010 Slide Rd. Ribbon Cutting: Vogue College of Cosmetology – 4 p.m. – 1712 34th St. Business After Hours sponsored by McPherson Cellars – 5:30 p.m. 1615 Texas Ave.
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Ribbon Cutting: Buffalo Wild Wings – 11:15 a.m. – 7638 82nd St.
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Ribbon Cutting: Graco’s West End Shopping Center – 10 a.m. – 34th & Loop 289
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Young Professionals of Lubbock Steering Committee Meeting – Noon – LCOC New Century Leadership Committee Meeting – 1 p.m. – LCOC
26-27 Office Closed for Thanksgiving
Nov. 6 | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 4646 50th St.
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*LCOC = Lubbock Chamber of Commerce
For a complete list of Chamber and member events, visit our calendar online at lubbockchamber.com/events.
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Small Business Saturday! Sat., Nov. 28th (ALL DAY)
Chamber Staff President/CEO Eddie McBride, IOM Executive Vice President Government & Community Relations Norma Ritz Johnson, IOM, CCE CFO & Vice President Administration Sheri Nugent, IOM Vice President Business Development Christye Weld Vice President Communications & Marketing Tammi Boozer Leadership Director Amy Marquez, IOM Education Director Allison Cottrell Member Relations Director Cathy Potter Marketing Specialist Haily Assiter Event Specialist Haley Howey Government & Community Relations Specialist Stevie Poole Administrative Assistant/Office Coordinator Patsy Moffett Accounting Assistant Patricia Picon Graduate Intern Peyton Waldrip Intern Maegan Hruby
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Register for Chamber University’s Leadership Seminar The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce will host a Chamber University seminar on Leadership, Tues., Nov. 10, from 8 a.m.11:30 a.m., at the Margaret Talkington School for Nursing Education at Lubbock Christian University. The seminar will feature speaker Dr. Kathryn Crockett. Dr. Crockett is an Associate Professor and Program Coordinator for the Master in Science in Leadership at LCU. She is also a certified facilitator for the Franklin Covey seminar entitled Great Leaders, Great Teams, Great Results. Chamber University is designed to address critical business topics and offer tools to navigate and thrive in the ever-changing demands of the 21st century workplace.
The cost of the seminar is $70. Chamber members get a discounted price of $60. Group pricing is also available by calling the Chamber. Breakfast will be provided. To register go to lubbockchamber.com or call 806-761-7000. The deadline to register is Friday, Nov. 6, at 5 p.m. Thank you to our sponsors: American National Bank Evensky and Katz Wealth Management Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas United Supermarkets Workforce Solutions South Plains
2015 Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce will host its Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon on Thurs., Dec. 3, at 11:30 a.m. at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. The 5-Star celebration will include recognizing annual award winners and celebrating the 5-Star Chamber and its member businesses. The luncheon’s featured speaker will be James Olson, former CIA Chief of Counterintelligence and author of Fair Play: The Moral Dilemmas of Spying. Olson will describe his undercover career in the CIA, including how he was recruited, the training he received, the risks he and his wife faced (she was also a CIA operative), and the effect of this undercover lifestyle on their marriage and children. Olson will also discuss the role of the CIA in the current Global War on Terrorism and other current issues affecting the safety and security of American citizens. He will conclude his presentation by taking the audience on an actual espionage operation he and his wife carried out in Moscow at the height of the Cold War. The cost of the luncheon is $50. Chamber members get a discounted price of $35. A table of eight may be purchased for $400 for a silver level sponsorship, $550 for gold level and $1,000 for platinum level. Deadline to purchase tickets is noon on Fri., Nov. 27. To purchase tickets, sponsor an award or for more information, visit lubbockchamber.com, call the Chamber at (806) 761-7000, or email sheri.nugent@lubbockbiz.org.
Thanks to our sponsors! Annual Report Presenting Sponsors:
Annual Report Diamond Sponsor: American National Bank, McDougal Companies Annual Report Platinum Sponsor: Sanford & Tatum Insurance Agency Annual Meeting Presenting Sponsor:
Annual Meeting Diamond Sponsors: George McMahan Development, LLC, Lubbock National Bank, Southwest Airlines, Suddenlink Annual Meeting Platinum Sponsors: 7B Building & Development, Atmos Energy, Covenant Health, FirstCapital Bank, Lubbock Independent School District
This year’s award honorees include: Ambassador of the Year: Mario Ybarra, Workforce Solutions South Plains Sponsored by Parkhill, Smith & Cooper Volunteer of the Year: Mike Lambert, Feed and Thangs Sponsored by Volunteer Center of Lubbock Business People of the Year: Robert L. Duncan, J.D., Texas Tech University System Chancellor; M. Duane Nellis, Ph.D, Texas Tech University President; and Tedd L. Mitchell, M.D., Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center President Business of the Year: George McMahan Development, LLC Entrepreneur/Small Business of the Year: Gabriel Vitela, Twisted Root Burger Co. Sponsored by Reagor Dykes Auto Group
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Attend Chamber Basics to Learn More about the Lubbock Chamber The next Chamber Basics - Pizza with the President is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., Tues., Dec. 8, in the Wells Fargo Center at 1500 Broadway, second floor, in the San Jacinto Room. Chamber Basics is for more than just new members. This event is a great way for not only new members to get involved, but also for those who are a new employee of a long-standing member company or for those who haven't been active in the Chamber. You'll learn about the Chamber and meet other members as well as volunteers and staff. Plus you will have the opportunity to promote your business!
For more information on this free event, please contact Haily Assiter, Marketing Specialist, by e-mail or by phone at (806) 761-7003. Thanks to our December Sponsors!
Volunteers Needed for the 2016 Total Resource Campaign The success of the 2015 Total Resource Campaign wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work and dedication of the volunteers. The planning for the 2016 Total resource Campaign, “Let’s Get Social”, has begun and we need your help! The eight-week revenue generating program will run from Feb. 25–April 28. If you would like to volunteer for this highly successful program, please contact Sheri Nugent at sheri.nugent@lubbockbiz.org or one of the leadership team members.
Let’s get LET’S GETsocial SOCIAL2016
Chairman Casey Doyle, Casey Carpet One Co-Chairman Marcus Young, United Supermarkets, LLC Vice Chairman Bobby McCloud, Wayland Baptist University Vice Chairman Keith Patrick, Frenship Independent School District Vice Chairwoman Myndee Pool, Carpet Tech Vice Chairman Nathan Scarborough, Scarborough Financial Group, LLC Vice Chairman Tyler Young, Texas Tech Federal Credit Union
AimBank Receives Water-Smart Award for Fall Quarter The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce has announced that AimBank, located at Slide Road and Marsha Sharp Freeway, has been awarded the Water-Smart Award for Fall Quarter 2015. Each quarter, the Chamber recognizes members who have implemented water-saving measures. The criteria to win can be anything from landscaping to rainfall capture systems to installing low-flow toilets and active promotion of water conservation. AimBank has been honored because of its water conservation techniques. According to Danny Johnston, Vice President of Business Development, AimBank’s conservation efforts include a water efficient landscape that is attractive and water resource responsible. When planning its new building in 2012, AimBank worked directly with the general contractor and the landscape contractor to development its water efficient landscape. “We use drip irrigation and drought resistant plants and trees,” said Johnston. “We felt a responsibility to the community we serve to take a leadership role in water saving landscape. This has been cost saving and an aesthetically attractive building in the Lubbock community.” AimBank has been a Chamber member since 2006.
If you are conserving water – inside or outside – at your place of business, or know someone who is, the Water-Smart Task Force would like to know, as you could be a candidate for this quarterly award! Please email allison.cottrell@lubbockbiz. org or call (806) 761-7000 with your nomination.
Jay Jacobus, 2015 Chairman (L), presenting AimBank’s Jonathan Hill, EVP/Lubbock Market President (M) and Danny Johnston, VP Business Development (R) with the award.
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2015 Twenty Under Forty Award Recipients
The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and the Young Professionals of Lubbock proudly announce the 2015 Twenty Under Forty award recipients. This initiative aims to recognize outstanding individuals under the age of 40 who exemplify leadership in their careers, while actively participating in the community. “We congratulate all of this year’s award winners,” said Chamber chairman Jay Jacobus. “These young professionals are making an impact on the Lubbock community today as well as our future.” Award winners will be honored at a banquet on Thurs., Nov. 12, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Lubbock Scottish Rite. For more information about table sponsorships contact Amy Marquez at
(806) 761-7002 or by email at amy.marquez@lubbockbiz.org. Individual tickets are available online at LubbockChamber.com For more information about the Young Professionals of Lubbock, visit www.yplubbock.org. Thanks to our Sponsors! Presenting Sponsor: Lubbock Economic Development Alliance Award Sponsor: Sanford & Tatum Insurance Agency Platinum Sponsors: Benchmark Business Solutions, Parkhill, Smith & Cooper, Inc.
Congratulations to the 2015 Twenty Under Forty award recipients! Ms. Chanda Allen Mr. Jeremy Barbee Ms. Constance Barbian Mr. Bryce Bowley Mr. Kyle Carruth Ms. Christi Chadwell Ms. Cindi Cobb Ms. Rachelle Collins Ms. Jennie Hill Ms. Brianna Ingram
Neugebauer Congressional Committee Roy W. Neal, Jr. Agency, Inc. Benchmark Business Solutions Robinson Burdette Martin & Seright, LLP WC Land Services Texas Tech University College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources Frenship Independent School District Studio West CASA of the South Plains Benchmark Business Solutions
Mr. Bradley Madison Calvert Home Health Care, Ltd. Mr. Bobby McCloud Wayland Baptist University – Lubbock Campus Ms. Sheri Mudd KLBK TV 13 Mr. Scott Peterson Sanford & Tatum Insurance Agency Ms. Myndee Pool Carpet Tech Ms. Heather Smith Covenant Health Mr. Ian Van Reenen First United Bank Ms. Misti Welch American Cancer Society Ms. Emily Wilkinson Texas Tech University System Mr. Marcus Young United Supermarkets, LLC
Business Mercado The 7th Annual Business Mercado was held on Wed., Oct. 14, at the Clarion Grand Park Hotel. Fifty-one exhibitors and more than 500 attendees enjoyed prizes, food and live entertainment. The event kicked off with ballet folkloric dancers and a mariachi band from Lubbock High School, providing a lively and fun environment. Free business education seminars were available to the vendors and public which featured topics such as Best Giveaway: Children’s Advocacy Center
Best First Time Exhibitor: Scrubs ‘n Style
People’s Choice: Accolade HomeCare
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online reputation management (Britta Tye with TTU Information Technology Division), and the HUB program (Bruce Clinard with Procurement Assistance Center). The event concluded with the first-ever Networking Reception so vendors and attendees could further connect. Congrats to all of our award winners below! For more photos of the event please visit our facebook page.
Most Innovative: Griffin Wink Advertising
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Board Member Spotlight: Chuck Walker How did you get involved with the Chamber and what keeps you involved? My initial involvement with the Chamber began back in 2008 as a member of FirstCare’s sales and marketing team that serviced and supported the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Employer Health Plan, and I remain the liaison between our two organizations today. More recently I was asked to serve on the Chamber Board of Directors, a position that I truly enjoy. Being on the board with such a diverse group of dynamic and energetic volunteer business and civic leaders, all with the same burning desire to see Lubbock and its business community grow and prosper, has been an incredible experience. Having the opportunity to promote, serve and support our great city and its business community as we all work together toward a bright future is what keeps me motivated and involved.
What is your favorite event or program of the Chamber? My favorite Chamber events are the Lubbock Business Expo and the Hub City BBQ. The reach these two events have across our city and the South Plains is simply amazing. I thoroughly enjoy the networking opportunities and business contacts made each year at the Business Expo, but the comradery, excitement and pure fun of serving great food to thousands of citizens at the Hub City BBQ is an awesome experience as well. Business to business, person to person, these are simply two great events the Lubbock Chamber brings to our city. What are some of your other community leadership roles? I have had the privilege of being a loaned executive and campaign co-chairman for the United Way of Lubbock and I currently serve on the Advisory Board of Kingdom Preparatory Academy, where our daughter attends school. Finish this sentence: Never again will I…take for granted the opportunities, privileges and blessings bestowed on me.
November Business of the Month: Camping World RV Sales Congratulations to the November Business of the Month, Camping World RV Sales! Camping World RV Sales has been a member of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce on and off since 2004 and they recently rejoined two years ago when they opened the Lubbock dealership. Thomas Lange, General Manager, said that Camping World RV Sales first joined the Lubbock Chamber after representatives attended the grand opening ceremony for the Lubbock dealership. “After we joined, I realized how much the Chamber of Commerce has to offer and how it could strengthen our involvement within the local community with the range of events offered. The local event (Hub City BBQ) that we have already participated in allowed us to network with other businesses in the area and we are looking forward to more events in the future,” Lange said. Camping World RV Sales’ favorite event is the Hub City BBQ, because they had the opportunity to learn about other businesses in the area.
“The Hub City BBQ gave us the opportunity to not only help with the event by providing a motor home for the judges, but to network with other local businesses,” stated Lange. Again, congratulations to Camping World RV Sales on the November Business of the Month award!
The Chamber is proud to congratulate Camping World RV Sales on the November Business of the Month achievement. Camping World RV Sales along with all the other businesses of the month for 2015, will be considered for the Chamber’s Business of the Year award, in December 2015.
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Chamber Leadership Division Leadership is about Emotion! By: Meghan M. Biro, Forbes Contributor Make a list of the 5 leaders you most admire. They can be from business, social media, politics, technology, the sciences, any field. Now ask yourself why you admire them. The chances are high that your admiration is based on more than their accomplishments, impressive as those may be. I’ll bet that everyone on your list reaches you on an emotional level. This ability to reach people in a way that transcends the intellectual and rational is the mark of a great leader. They all have it. They inspire us. It’s a simple as that. And when we’re inspired we tap into our best selves and deliver amazing work. So, can this ability to touch and inspire people be learned? No and yes. The truth is that not everyone can lead, and there is no substitute for natural talent. Honestly, I’m more convinced of this now – I’m in reality about the world of work and employee engagement. But for those who fall somewhat short of being a natural born star (which is pretty much MANY of us), leadership skills can be acquired, honed and perfected. And when this happens your chances of engaging your talent increases from the time they walk into your culture. Let’s Take A Look At Tools That Allow For Talent To Shine: Emotional intelligence. Great leaders understand empathy, and have the ability to read people’s (sometimes unconscious, often unstated) needs and desires. This allows them to speak to these needs and, when at all possible, to fulfill them. When people feel they are understood and empathized something, they respond PERIOD and a bond is formed. Continuous learning. Show me a know-it-all and I’ll show you someone who doesn’t have a clue about being human. Curiosity and an insatiable desire to always do better is the mark of a great leader. They are rarely satisfied with the status quo, and welcome new knowledge and fresh (even if challenging) input. It’s all about investing in yourself. Contextualize. Great leaders respond to each challenge with a fresh eye. They know that what worked in one situation may be useless in another. Before you act, make sure you understand the specifics of the situation and tailor your actions accordingly. Let Go. Too many people think leadership is about control. In fact, great leaders inspire and then get out of the way. They know that talented people don’t need or want hovering managers. Leadership is about influence, guidance, and support, not control. Look for ways to do your job and then get out of the way so that people can do theirs.
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Honesty. Not a week goes by that we don’t hear about a so-called leader losing credibility because he or she was dishonest. Often this is because of pressure to try and “measure up” and it’s not coming from a place of being real – often this relates to fear of not being accepted for your true self. We live in age of extraordinary transparency, which is reason enough to always be true to your core – your mission will be revealed, your motivations will show by your behaviors. But it goes way beyond this. It’s an issue that sets an example and elevates an organization. If you have a reputation for honesty, it will be a lot easier to deliver bad news and face tough challenges. Are you inspiring people from your heart? Kindness and respect. Nice leaders (people) don’t finish last. They finish first again and again. Ignorance and arrogance are leadership killers. They’re also a mark of insecurity. Treating everyone with a basic level respect is an absolute must trait of leadership. And kindness is the gift that keeps on giving back. Of course, there will be people who prove they don’t deserve respect and they must be dealt with. But that job will be made much easier, and will have far less impact on your organization, if you have a reputation for kindness, honesty and respect. Collaboration. People’s jobs and careers are integral to their lives. The more your organization can make them a partner, the more they will deliver amazing results. This means, to the greatest extent possible, communicating your organization’s strategies, goals and challenges. This builds buy-in, and again is a mark of respect. People won’t be blindsided (which is a workplace culture killer) by setbacks if they’re in the loop. Partner with your people. As I said above, people’s careers are a big part of their lives. That seems like a no-brainer, but leaders should have it front and center at all times. Find out what your employees’ career goals are and then do everything you can to help them reach them. Even if it means they will eventually leave your organization. You will gain happy, productive employees who will work with passion and commitment, and tout your company far and wide. This an opportunity to brand your greatness. Leadership is both an art and a science. These tools are guidelines, not rigid rules. Everyone has to develop his or her own individual leadership style. Make these tools a part of your arsenal and use them well as you strive to reach people on an emotional level. Be Human. This Matters.
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Nov. 17 - Arts & Education Day Dec. 15 - Class Graduation
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Leadership Lubbock Spotlight: Holly Kennedy
Why did you choose to become part of the Leadership Lubbock Steering Committee? I have had the great opportunity of participating in all three programs through the Chamber: New Century Leadership, Focus Lubbock and Leadership Lubbock. My participation in these programs has been lifechanging from creating long-lasting friendships to my current role at LEDA and Visit Lubbock. If there is ever an opportunity to share all the amazing things Lubbock has to offer, I want to be a part of it, and Leadership Lubbock does just that!
What do you feel is the most rewarding part of the Leadership Lubbock Steering Committee? I think the most rewarding part is the life-long friendships and connections I have made as a result of serving on this incredible committee.
How long have you been associated with Leadership Lubbock? I am going on three years, I think!
What all does your position entail? I develop and oversee the marketing plans for LEDA and Visit Lubbock, direct media plans, negotiate media buys and develop/execute marketing campaigns, etc.
What are some of your favorite Leadership Lubbock events to attend? I love Arts and Education Day! The Austin trip is always a wonderful time because we get to learn more about what is happening at the state level.
Why is the Leadership Lubbock program important to you? The program is important to me because it highlights all the factors that make Lubbock the most amazing community to work, live and play. I love hearing people say they had no idea about all the things Lubbock has to offer. It is a huge success when you witness someone’s perception being changed! Who do you work for? Lubbock Economic Development Alliance & Visit Lubbock What is your position? Director of Marketing and Communications
How long have you been with your current company? 3.5 years
Young Professionals of Lubbock Spotlight: Myndee Pool Why did you chose to be a member of the Young Professionals of Lubbock? I believe being an active part of a growing community is important to all aspects of our lives! I love the opportunity to network and become friends with other driven individuals who desire to be involved and make Lubbock a great place to be a Young Professional. How long have you been a YPL member? Four years What do you feel is the most rewarding part of being a YPL member? The relationships I have been able to build as well as the opportunities for self-development in a variety of business aspects have been very rewarding. I appreciate the emphasis on continued education and the consistent desire to help make each other better.
What all does your position entail? My position is based on building relationships. At Carpet Tech, we know that our growth in this community hinges on the great relationships we build with the business people and citizens of our great city. My position is to produce sales growth through our presence in the community as well as great business relationships. Lubbock has been so wonderful to our Carpet Tech family and I work to make sure that we are continuously supporting and investing in the organizations, businesses and people that make this community great. How long have you been with your current company? Six and a half years
Why is being a YP member important to you? This network of individuals is the future of this great city. I am proud to surround myself with the wonderful men and women of this organization because I am challenged to be a better version of myself with each encounter. YP’s growth is headed in an exciting direction and I am honored to be a member. Where do you work? Carpet Tech What is your position? Public Relations/Marketing
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Advocacy at Work
Legislative Benefactor:
New Joint Employer Standard Could Be Costly for Your Business Any contractual relationship your business may have with another company could mean more regulations for you, based on a new labor standard. In a recent decision, the National Labor Relations Board changed the legal standard to define a business as a “joint employer”—ultimately giving many job creators new obligations and liabilities for workers they don’t actually employ. According to the National Law Review, the Board may now find that two or more businesses are joint employers of the same employees if they “share or codetermine those matters governing the essential terms and conditions of employment.” Put simply, for the past 30 years two separate business entities have been considered “joint employers” if they shared the ability to hire, fire, discipline, supervise and direct the workers in question. The new test discards the well-established standard in favor of one in which almost any economic or contractual relationship could trigger a finding of joint employer status. The National Labor Relations Board’s decision to broaden its joint-employer standard has the potential to reduce the number
of small business expansions, cut jobs and possibly destabilize employment relationships in sectors all across the economy, according to a report by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The rewrite of the standard blurs the line between legally separate businesses to make them jointly liable for employment-related claims, including contractual relationships like contracting, subcontracting and franchising. The new standard has created an unprecedented amount of uncertainty for all types of businesses. Bill Cohen, for example, is the Owner and Operator for the local McDonald’s franchise. If his business becomes subject to the joint employer designation, Cohen questions whether he will become an employee of the McDonald’s Corporation rather than an entrepreneur, fearing that there will be a “tug-of-war” over control of the franchise restaurants. To learn more about how your business may be impacted, please refer to the U.S. Chamber’s Workforce Freedom Initiative analysis, Opportunity at Risk.
Congressman Mike Conaway Headlined the 2015 Harvest Luncheon The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Harvest Luncheon on Oct. 13, at the Bayer Museum of Agriculture to celebrate the area harvest. Congressman Mike Conaway was the featured speaker. Conaway currently serves as the 50th Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture. Serving his sixth term in the U.S. House of Representatives, Conaway represents 29 counties in Texas’ 11th congressional district, including the cities of Midland, Odessa and San Angelo. He is a deputy Republican whip, a position he has held since the 112th Congress.
At the 2015 Harvest Luncheon, pictured are program emcee Tom Sell with Combest, Sell & Associates along with U.S. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Mike Conaway and Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Chairman Jay Jacobus.
Chamber Hosted Town Hall Meeting with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce hosted Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar in a Town Hall Meeting on Oct. 15. Hegar is on a 27-city, two-month Good for Texas tour, meeting with local officials and citizens to talk about the future of the Texas economy. Hegar discussed the trends and issues affecting the state economy and our region.
State Representative John Frullo was on hand for the Chamber’s Town Hall Meeting with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar.
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Chamber Ambassador Program Ambassador of the Month: Kim Putman Congratulations to Kim Putman, September Ambassador of the Month. Putman joined the Ambassador Program in 2008 then took a five year break before rejoining this past June. Putman said she joined the program because she believes this is the best way to interact with other business owners and marketers in the Lubbock Community. “Ambassadors connect with each other and build relationships that support each other’s businesses as well as building friendships,” Putman said. Putman said her favorite Ambassador events are the ribbon cuttings for new businesses and the Business After Hours held twice a month. “The most rewarding part of being an Ambassador is being able to support new business owners at their ribbon cuttings or groundbreakings. The owners are so appreciative of our efforts to make them feel welcome in the business community and to the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce. It is so rewarding to have the opportunity to build a relationship with those business owners,” Putman stated. The Ambassador Program is important to Putman because of the friendships she and her husband, David, have gained through the Ambassador community. “It is an area where we feel we can serve and give back to the business community,” said Putman. Putman and her husband are independent LegalShield Agents specializing in Employee Benefits and Small Business Sales. She is the Senior Director of Sales and enjoys working alongside her husband, helping people together. “LegalShield offers a portfolio of cutting edge legal and identity theft services that protect the rights and identities of families, small business owners, their employees and commercial drivers. We specialize in the area of small business where we get to partner with owners and in a consultative way determine the best set of solutions to put in place to help them protect and grow their business,” stated Putman. Putman and her husband have been with the company since 2007, but she was able to join it full-time this past June.
“My favorite Chamber event is the Hub City BBQ. This year my husband and I were fortunate to serve on the Team Lead Committee as Volunteer Coordinators. The BBQ is a fantastic event that brings the business community and the public together. The event offers businesses to interact on a more personal basis with the public,” stated Putman. Putman is a huge supporter of the Chamber, serving on various committees including the Ambassadors, Hub City BBQ and the Business Expo. “Our two children are in college. Jordan is a senior BioChemistry major at LCU and Joshua is a freshmen Business Major at Texas Tech. We can be found at many different campus events with them throughout the year,” Putman stated when asked what she is involved in outside of the Chamber. Again, congratulations to Kim Putman for earning her first Ambassador of the Month award! We appreciate the time and commitment she puts into the Chamber and our Ambassador Program!
Jay Jacobus (L), 2015 Chairman, presenting Kim Putman (R) with her Ambassador of the Month award.
Ambassador Team of the Month: Team Laughlin Congratulations, Team Laughlin, Ambassador Team of the Month! Team Laughlin is led by Mike Laughlin of Llano Estacado Winery. Team Laughlin is made up of 41 ambassadors and they finished September with 303 points.
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Ribbon Cuttings & Groundbreakings Sponsored by:
AT&T Company Store 5016 Milwaukee Ave.
Bliss Dental 4819 Ave. Q
Boot Barn 6002 Slide Rd., Ste. D27
Cagle Steaks 8732 4th St.
CH Foundation & Community Foundation of West Texas 6102 82nd Street, Suite #8
Diamontrigue of Lubbock 2811 S. Loop 289, Ste. 3
Freese and Nichols, Inc. 2732 82nd St., Ste. A
Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas 1940 34th St.
Great Clips - Kingsgate North 4210 82nd St., Ste. 210
Identify Corporate Innovations www.identifyci.com
Lash Lounge 7320 Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 400
Llano Estacado Winery Event Center 3426 East FM 1585
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Lucky Ruckus Vape Shop 3705 19th St.
Raider Ranch - Villa Homes 6548 43rd Street
South Plains Career Expo
South Plains Job Fair
Texas Tech Club 2508 6th St., Ste. 417
The Plaza Restaurant
Don’t forget to visit our Facebook page for photos and our YouTube page for videos of all of our groundbreaking and ribbon cutting events! Wayland Baptist University Golf Scramble
Is your business moving locations, expanding or celebrating a company milestone? If so, we want to celebrate with you! Contact Haily Assiter to book your groundbreaking or ribbon cutting today! 806.761.7003 | haily.assiter@lubbockbiz.org. 15
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Welcome New Chamber Members! Please place this addition in your Chamber Business Directory & Resource Guide Sponsored by:
Drake Lawn Sprinkler & Artificial Grass (806) 792-3568 Lubbock, TX Landscaping Contractors Forza Safety (806) 543-7417 PO Box 460 Shallowater, TX 79363 Plumbing & Sewer Service
806 Desert Customs Line-X of Lubbock (806) 370-6295 8901 Hwy. 87, Bldg. 100 Lubbock, TX 79423 Auto & Truck Accessories AT&T Company Store - 82nd & Slide (806) 798-4300 5109 82nd St., Unit 4 Lubbock, TX 79424 Cellular & Mobile Communicaitons AT&T Company Store - 6th & University (806) 744-2016 601 University Ave. Lubbock, TX 79401 Cellular & Mobile Communicaitons AT&T Company Store - Canyon West (806) 792-1593 5016 Milwaukee Ave. Lubbock, TX 79407 Cellular & Mobile Communicaitons Birdsong Automotive (806) 722-2046 12108 CR 1800 Lubbock, TX 79424 Auto Repair & Service Bliss Baby (806) 702-8957 3806 50th St., Ste. 114 Lubbock, TX 79413 Clothing - Apparel - Children Circle B Communications (806) 796-3933 8212 Ithaca Ave., Ste. 5 Lubbock, TX 79423 Computer Community Options (806) 792-0573 4206 Boston Ave. Lubbock, TX 79413 Non Profit Organizations Darkhorse Events (432) 685-7041 PO Box 824 Lubbock, TX 79401 Convention, Conference & Meeting Planning
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Hamil Bros. Studios (432) 664-9421 5109 82nd St., Ste. 7-1211 Lubbock, TX 79424 Audio Video Production Services Hawk Portable Buildings (806) 687-2415 12101 Hwy. 87 Lubbock, TX 79423 Buildings - Pre Built and/or Metal IsoRx Texas, Ltd (806) 780-6611 5807 16th St Lubbock, TX 79416 Pharmaceutical Lakeside Rehabilitation (806) 793-2555 4306 24th St. Lubbock, TX 79410 Nursing and/or Rehab Center Lener Handyman Solutions (806) 928-8224 PO Box 16372 Lubbock, TX 79490 Construction Remodeling Lone Star Payment Systems (806) 370-3812 12214 University Ave. Lubbock, TX 79423 Credit Card Processing and/or Equipment Lonestar Bail Bond (806) 747-9855 820 Main St. Lubbock, TX 79401 Bail Bondsman Medical Management Solutions (806) 771-0033 2509 80th St. Lubbock, TX 79423 Billing Services Papa John’s Pizza – 4th & Slide (806) 797-7272 405 Slide Rd., #108 Lubbock, TX 79416 Restaurants
Papa John’s Pizza – 82nd & Frankford (806) 798-7272 5905 82nd St., #107 Lubbock, TX 79424 Restaurants Papa John’s Pizza - University (806) 749-7272 2420 9th St. Lubbock, TX 79401 Restaurants Red Label Realty (806) 300-0899 5101 80th St., Ste. 5 Lubbock, TX 79424 Real Estate R-Maxx Foam & Construction, LLC (806) 777-9972 6625 CR 6300 Lubbock, TX 79416 Insulation Companies - Contractors Spartan Plumbing, Heating & Air (806) 785-3000 8215 Ave. D Lubbock, TX 79404 Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning University Custom (806) 701-5368 1021 University Ave. Lubbock, TX 79401 Advertising Specialties Vision Computer Services (806) 665-4357 120 W. Kingsville Ave., Ste. 301-303 Pampa, TX 79065 Computer Vogue College of Cosmetology (806) 589-5150 1712 34th St. Lubbock, TX 79411 Cosmetology School Windstream (325) 212-5835 Lubbock, TX Telecommunications Wine Living with Cecilia (806) 790-9387 Lubbock, TX Wineries