Lubbock Business Network - September 2017 Newsletter by Lubbock Chamber of Commerce

LUBBOCK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWSLETTER

LUBBOCK BUSINESS NETWORK

Vol. 26 No. 9 September 2017 Hub City BBQ Cook-off

Business of the Month Geiger - Kathy Timms

Hispanic Heritage Luncheon

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Thank you to our 5-Star Investors!

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In the News this Month: September Calendar of Events.............................................................. .4 Hub City BBQ Cook-off.............................................................................. 6 Meet the September Business of the Month, Geiger - Kathy Timms... .7 Hispanic Heritage Luncheon................................................................... 7 Get to Know Board Member, Fernando Bustos..................................9 New Chamber Members.........................................................................16

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 benefited the entire region and local quality of life. As the largest business federation on the South Plains, the Chamber represents nearly 2,000 members who employ ove.r 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.

2017 Board of Directors Executive Committee Chairwoman Diannah Tatum, Sanford & Tatum Insurance Agency Chairman Elect Cory Powell, TTU Mentor Tech - Institutional Diversity, Equity and Community Engagement Immediate Past Chairwoman Beth Bridges, South Plains Mall Treasurer Abel Castro, FirstBank & Trust Co. Secretary Eddie McBride, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Vice Chairman - Business Advocacy Scott Fagin, First United Bank Vice Chairman - Chamber Services and Member Engagement Chuck Walker, FirstCare Health Plans Vice Chairwoman - Communications and Public Relations Sharon Hyde Bass, Volunteer Center of Lubbock Vice Chairman - Community Development Gabe Vitela, One Guy from Italy - 50t Street Vice Chairwoman - Programs, Services and Events Kathy Oaks, American Cancer Society

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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 Steve Beck, Covenant Health Alona Beesinger, Suddenlink Ron Betenbough, Betenbough Homes Kevin Bryan, Digital Base Productions Keith Bryant, Lubbock-Cooper Independent School District Fernando Bustos, Bustos Law Firm, PC Christi Chadwell, Texas Tech University/Young Professionals of Lubbock Renee Gonzales Davis, 4ORE! Golf Casey Doyle, Casey Carpet One Linda Gaither, WestMark Realtors-Gaither/Ratcliff Jeff Horn, Benchmark Business Solutions Chris James, United Supermarkets Brent King, UMC Health System Chris Lonngren, Schlotzsky’s Dana Madison, Calvert Home Health Care Dave Marcinkowski, Madera Companies Becky Palmer, Atmos Energy 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 System Dr. Berhl Robertson, Lubbock Independent School District Shannon Spencer, Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains, Inc. Marcie Truby, Director’s Choice

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Upcoming Events September 5 Young Professionals of Lubbock: First Tuesday Networking – Staybridge Suites September 12 Chamber Basics: Pizza with the President September 13 Ambassador Monthly Luncheon September 14 Business After Hours: Hyatt Place September 15 Young Professionals of Lubbock: Happy Hour and Learn September 21 Hub City BBQ Cook-off September 28 Business After Hours: Premiere Cinema

Mayor Dan Pope will kick-off the Mayor’s Fitness Council initiative during a news conference on Wed. Sept. 6. The event will take place at Roscoe Wilson Elementary School, 2807 25th Street, and it will start at 8:30 a.m. The Mayor’s Fitness Council aims to bring together key community stakeholders and city leaders, as well as local individuals and youth, organizations, agencies, churches, and businesses that share the vision of a healthier community. The group will focus on two primary goals: endorsement of local fitness and wellness events that support the Fitness Council’s mission and establishment of a signature event to promote and unify Lubbock’s health and wellness organizations. The Fitness Council initiative is a collaborative effort between the City of Lubbock and Healthy Lubbock, a program of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Garrison Institute on Aging. It includes members from Texas Tech University, local hospitals, schools, health organizations and registered dietitians. The Mayor’s Fitness Council was developed from Imagine Lubbock Together’s (ILT) health initiative. ILT teamed with Healthy Lubbock to improve the overall health of the community and the quality of life of individuals.

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Ribbon Cutting: Foresight Eye Care – 2 p.m. – 6020 34th St. Young Professionals of Lubbock: First Tuesday Networking sponsored by Taj Hospitality – 5:30 p.m. – at Staybridge Suites – 4801 S. Loop 289

Ribbon Cutting: Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market – 7 a.m. 9809 University Ave.

Groundbreaking: Stellar Family of Companies - The Providence 11 a.m. – 5814 98th St. Leadership Lubbock Steering Committee – 3:30 p.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: Viva Kids Lubbock – 4:30 p.m. – 5139 69th St.

Government Relations Committee – 10:30 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: Frenship High School 9th Grade Center – 2 p.m. 407 N. Dowden Rd., Wolfforth

Hub City BBQ Cook-off Team Placement – 1 p.m. – LCOC Hub City BBQ Cook-off Team Leads – 4 p.m. – LCOC

Chamber Basics: Pizza with the President – 11:30 a.m. Wells Fargo Center – 1500 Broadway – Second Floor – San Jacinto Room Ribbon Cutting: Ports-to-Plains Alliance 20th Annual Conference and Anniversary Reunion – 5 p.m. – Overton Hotel & Conference Center 2322 Mac Davis Ln. Hub City BBQ Cook-off First Time Head Cooks – 5:30 p.m. – LCOC

Leadeship Lubbock Class Day – All Day Ambassador Monthly Luncheon sponsored by Mullin Hoard & Brown, LLP – 12 p.m. – Wells Fargo Center – 1500 Broadway – Second Floor – San Jacinto Room Ribbon Cutting: McGavock - Infiniti of Lubbock – 4:30 p.m. 6225 Spur 327

Ribbon Cutting: State Farm Insurance - Christie Brown-Hernandez – 10 a.m. – 3302 64th St., Ste. C Business After Hours: Hyatt Place – 5:30 p.m. – 2309 Mac Davis Ln.

15 Ribbon Cutting: The Rack House – 12 p.m. – 7604 Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 500 Young Professionals of Lubbock: Happy Hour and Learn – 4 p.m. Main Event – 6010 Marsha Sharp Fwy. Ribbon Cutting: Signature Stag Fine Menswear – 4:30 p.m. – 7320 Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 700 18

Hub City BBQ Cook-off Returning Head Cooks – 5:30 p.m. – First United Methodist Church Gym – 1411 Broadway

Groundbreaking: Talkington Branch Lubbock Boys and Girls Club 10 a.m. – Duran Park – 26th St. and Kewanee Ave. Ribbon Cutting: 4ORE! Golf – 4 p.m. – 6909 Marsha Sharp Fwy.

Ribbon Cutting: Omni Pilates – 1 p.m. – 4414 82nd St., Ste. 210

Hub City BBQ Cook-off – 5 p.m. – Ave. N and Main St.

Executive Committee – 12 p.m. – LCOC

Ribbon Cutting: Microtel Inn & Suites – 11:30 a.m. – 4620 Interstate 27

Business Expo Team Leads Meeting – 4 p.m. – Farmers Insurance - Tommy Potts – 13041 Quaker Ave. Young Professionals of Lubbock Committee – 4 p.m. – LCOC

Board of Directors – 10 a.m. – MCM Elegante Hotel & Suites – 801 Ave. Q Business After Hours: Premiere Cinema – 5:30 p.m. – 6002 Slide Rd.

Ribbon Cutting: Firestone Complete Auto – 11 a.m. – 6507 82nd St.

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

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Young Professionals of Lubbock

First Tuesday Networking

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, IOM 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 Kyle Jacobson Accounting Specialist Shelby Deluna Administrative Assistant/Office Coordinator Patsy Moffett Customer Service Representative KC Torres

September 28, 2017 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. 6002 Slide Road (South Plains Mall) 5

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17th Annual Hub City BBQ Cook-off on September 21 with Headliner Micky & the Motorcars! On September 21, from 5-8 p.m., the biggest BBQ event on the South Plains will happen at Main & Avenue O in downtown Lubbock! Experience all you can eat BBQ with fantastic entertainment from headliner Micky & the Motorcars and opening by Lubbock’s own School of Rock. The Chamber still has a few sponsorships available and there is still room for a few more cooking teams. Call Christye Weld soon at (806) 761-7009 if you would like more information. Whether you are a professional a beginner, there is a place for you to compete and take home braggin’ rights for the best BBQ in the Hub City! Teams can choose which division they want to compete, Corporate, Professional or Amateur/Student with with brisket, ribs, “other” meat or dessert categories. Participate in all food categories, if you like - more chances to win, more chances to get your company recognized if you win first, second or third place!

Tickets are available NOW at the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, 1500 Broadway, Suite 101, or at www. Prekindle.com. Check the Hub City BBQ website at www.hubcitybbq.com for more details. Ticket prices for adults are $25 in advance and $30 at the gate. Children between 6-10 years of age get in for $15 while those 5 and under are free. Visit the Chamber website to download learn more about this very popular event! Check out photos of the winners of the 2016 Hub City BBQ and follow us on Facebook to get updates and see news from teams and sponsors!

Thank you to our sponsors! Presented By: Micky & the Motorcars Diamond Sponsors: Arctic Glacier, United Supermarkets Media Sponsors: KCBD News Channel 11, KING FM, Red Dirt Rebel 105.3 Emerald Sponsors: Acme Electric Co., Caprock Waste, City of Lubbock, Griffin Wink, Jack Daniels Band Sponsors: Bushland Springs, Marsh & McLennan Agency – SW Region Team Gifts: Scarborough Specialties Platinum Sponsors: Action Printing, American National Bank, Atmos Energy, Bud Lite, Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages, Coors Light, Lamar Outdoor Advertising, Lubbock National Bank, Lubbock Power & Light, Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, Republic National Distributing Shirt Sponsor: Wayland Baptist University – Lubbock Campus Copper Sponsors: Caprock Behavioral Solutions (Lubbock Autism Academy), Choice Media, Taco Bell/Pizza Hut – Border Management Corp.

Gold Sponsors: ABF Commercial Roofing & Foam, Inc., B & J Welding Supply, Centennial Bank, Custom Electronics, Domino’s Pizza – TTU, First United Bank, FirstBank & Trust, Hugo Reed & Associates, Inc., Lubbock Welding Supply, Pavecon. Ltd., Prosperity Bank, Robinson Burdette Martin & Seright, L.L.P., South Plains Electric Cooperative, Inc., Southwest Bank, Texas Mutual Insurance Company, United Supermarkets, WesTech Plumbing, LLC Sign Sponsor: Advanced Graphix Bronze Sponsors: AMA TechTel Communications, Capital Farm Credit, Designscapes LLC, G. Boren Services, Inc., Hyatt Place Lubbock, Tigris Real Estate LLC Golf Cart/ATV Sponsors: AMA TechTel Communications, Family Power Sports, Hurst Farm Supply Silver Sponsors: 3W Property Tax Services, Alderson Auto Group, BritKare Home Medical, Courtyard by Marriott Lubbock Downtown, Craig Ray Custom Homes, Ferguson Enterprises, FirstCare Health Plans, Forrest Tire Co., Happy State Bank, Impact Fire Services, New Amsterdam Vodka, Overhead Door Company of Lubbock, Inc., Raider Ranch, Stella Rosa, Sweep & Stripe, Tailgate Express, WestMark Realtors, West Texas Gas, Yates Flooring Center

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Introducing our September Business of the Month, Geiger – Kathy Timms How has being a member of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce helped to increase your business, relationships in the business community and/ or community involvement? I became involved in the Chamber soon after I started my career in the promotional/marketing industry. The Chamber and the many events and programs they have offer business people the opportunity to meet and work with each other. I have literally grown my business from the contacts I’ve made as a Chamber member. When did Geiger join the Chamber? I’ve been doing this for about 13 years. I officially joined in November 2014 as Geiger. What is your favorite part of being a member of the Chamber? Building friendships with local business people. In what ways is Geiger involved with the Chamber? In 2008 I served as the Ambassador Chairperson, Ambassador of the Year in 2009 and am still active in the Ambassador program. I also served as Chairperson of the EXPO Committee in 2012 and most recently served as Chairperson of the Golf Committee. I am also the Volunteer Chairperson for Lubbock Uncorked. Some of the functions I participate in are the Business Expo, Business After Hours and any Networking opportunities.

Does Geiger have a favorite Chamber event? That’s easy!!! The Chambers newest event – Lubbock Uncorked!! This event has been around only two years. I have been involved since its inception. I feel that this event will one day grow into a community event that people will travel to Lubbock, TX to participate in!! It’s so much fun to watch it grow. A little bit more about Geiger...Geiger is the largest family owned promotional products company in the country, established in 1878 by three brothers in Lewiston, Maine. Geiger got its start by publishing the Farmers’ Almanac, which is still in print today. Geiger supports a sales force of more than 450 promotional consultants in nearly every state servicing more than 50,000 customers. We are customer focused – providing Brandspiration® through creative promotional solutions. When a promotion is executed with just the right product and a creative flair, it’s called Brandspiration. No firm has won more industry awards than ours. Let us use the power of Brandspiration to help you dazzle and inspire.

LCU’s Steve Gomez Highlights Hispanic Heritage Luncheon Make plans now to attend the 2017 Hispanic Heritage Luncheon, on Wed., Oct. 11, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the LCU Baker Conference Center (5601 19th Street). The featured speaker of the luncheon will be Steve Gomez, head women’s basketball coach at Lubbock Christian University, the 2016 NCAA Divsion II National Champions. Gomez has been at the helm of the women’s basketball program Steve Gomez at LCU for 10 seasons, and has Head Women’s Basketball Coach Lubbock Christian University changed the foundation of the program during his tenure there. Along with winning the national championship in 2016, Gomez claimed WBCA NCAA Div. II National Coach of the Year honors. Gomez also spent a portion of the offseason as a court coach at the 2016 USA Basketball Women’s U17 World Championship Team Trials in Colorado Springs, Colo.

Learn what is takes to motivate a team to achieve this kind of success while keeping its core values that help shape a culture of inclusion and diversity. Gomez will share a little bit about his background and how it shaped him while he delivers a message emphasizing what unifies us more than what sets us apart. Tickets for the luncheon are $40. Chamber members get a discounted price of $30. Registration will be open on Tues., Sept. 5, at LubbockChamber.com or by calling the Chamber office at (806) 761-7000. Deadline to register is 5 p.m. on Wed., Oct. 4. Lmited number of sponsorships are available! Tables of eight can be purchased for $300 or $400. The $400 table includes sponsor recognition. Contact Allison Cottrell at allison.cottrell@ lubbockbiz.org or call (806) 761-7000 for more information. Thank you to our sponsors! Presenting Sponsor:

Media Sponsors: Magic 106.5, Telemundo Lubbock Platinum Sponsors: FirstCapital Bank, Wayland Baptist University - Lubbock Campus

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Thanks for Making Our Texas Tech Football Kickoff Breakfast a Success! The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Texas Tech Football Kickoff Breakfast on Wed., Aug. 30, and it was once again a big success. Texas Tech Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury gave the audience an update on his team and what to expect in 2017. We are excited for the season and wish the Red Raiders the best of luck! Remember to wear red and black on Fridays.

Texas Tech Spirit Squads Texas Tech head football coach Kliff Kingsbury

Emcees John Zwiacher and Brynie Bass Representative John Frullo, Coach Kingsbury and Mayor Dan Pope photo courtesy of Sara Escobedo-Campbell

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Get to Know Board Member, Fernando Bustos Where do you work and what does your job entail? I am president of the Bustos Law Firm, P.C. We are a full service law firm, primarily doing business and employment litigation, plus contract drafting, estate, probate and immigration law. How did you get involved with the Chamber and what keeps you involved? Fernando Bustos Our firm has been a Lubbock Chamber President Bustos Law Firm, P.C. member from inception. I was privileged to recently represent the Chamber where we obtained a nationwide permanent injunction in Lubbock federal court against the Obama-era Department of Labor Persuader Rule, that would have stripped small businesses of their right to receive confidential attorneyclient advice. I am grateful for the opportunity to continue serving Lubbock businesses as a member of the Chamber’s Board of Directors.

What is your favorite event or program of the Chamber? Leadership Lubbock is a great program that allows young professionals to meet each other and learn about the different sectors of the local economy and government that make Lubbock such a great place to live. What are some of your other community leadership roles? It has been a privilege to serve as a past director of the Lubbock County Bar Association, and as Chairman of the Court Advisory Committee for the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas. I have also enjoyed serving as a Scoutmaster in my sons’ Boy Scout troop over the years. Finish this sentence: Never again will I…celebrate New Year’s Eve in Times Square! Coldest night of my life, and being up close and personal with half a million revelers was quite an experience.

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Growing Community Leaders Meet Leadership Lubbock Class Member, Yvonne Limon Why did you choose to become part of the Leadership Lubbock Class? I chose to be a part of the Leadership Lubbock class because I knew that through this program, I would have an indepth look at all of the wonderful companies, nonprofit organizations and community programs that make our city such a wonderful place to live in! I have been fortunate enough to be surrounded by amazing co-workers, colleagues and friends, and 99% of them are Leadership Lubbock graduates. Leadership Lubbock provides an outlet for networking, building relationships and serving our community, all of which are things that I strive to do professionally and personally. When I expressed an interest to my employer, Lee Lewis Construction, my supervisor was 100% supportive—I am blessed to work for a company built upon relationships and community! What have been some of your favorite Leadership Lubbock class days this far? My classmates and I joke that we say “This is the best one yet!” after every class day! From the very beginning, the days have been so well-organized and full of great information. Two days that are forever engrained in my mind are Sports & Recreational Day and Health & Medical Day. During Sports & Recreational day, Jeffery Earls, Associate Director of Football Strength and Conditioning for Texas Tech University spoke to us about the importance of identifying culture within your environment and it was so invigorating! Culture is something that is overlooked in organizations and in life, and realizing that we are ALL responsible in defining and developing our cultures reiterated that we are all in this together and should empower one another. The second day that I’ll never forget is Health & Medical Day. Overall, the entire day was enlightening and really made me thankful for the community we live in! Lubbock is not only full of the most elite doctors and nurses, but we have an educational facility that trains the best healthcare professionals in the nation! Part of our day was a tour of the Children’s Hospital at Covenant and we learned about Lindsey’s Park, a playroom in Covenant donated by Lindsey Callaway Memorial Toy Drive, an organization started by the family of Lindsay Callaway, a young girl who stayed at Covenant while battling cancer. Hearing Lindsey’s story was a true testament to the amazing work and kind people at Covenant — I was so touched by how many wonderful people we have in Lubbock and how our healthcare system can provide comfort to those in times of tragedy. What do you feel is the most rewarding part of being part of this year’s class? The most rewarding part of this year’s class would have to be the relationships with my classmates and the committee. I am amazed at the bond formed amongst 45 strangers in less than a year! Our class is very diverse yet the common bond of love of our community is what allowed us to connect so quickly. I truly believe that the friendships built in Leadership Lubbock will continue way beyond graduation — I am forever grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the 2017 Leadership Lubbock class!

Why is the Leadership Lubbock program important to you? Initially, Leadership Lubbock was important to me because it offered a unique perspective to the key places in Lubbock. I wanted to grow professionally and knew that Leadership Lubbock would allow me to network and tell our company’s story. Now that I am immersed in the program, in addition to the professional growth, what is now important to me are the relationships that I have formed with my classmates. The ability to pick up the phone at any time and know that a classmate will be there to help me with whatever I need, no questions asked is something that I definitely did not expect! These relationships go beyond acquaintances, they are genuine friends who has shared the same experiences with you for a year. Leadership Lubbock has surpassed all of my expectations and is truly a once in a lifetime experience that all Lubbockites need to be a part of! Who do you work for? I work for Lee Lewis Construction, Inc., a local construction firm formed in 1976 with aspirations of becoming one of best firms in the nation. Lee Lewis built this company on the philosophy that everyone within our organization works for the project Owner, and their needs are of the utmost importance. This philosophy is our foundation and has proven to be the key for steady growth and development. We are currently one of the largest construction firms in Engineering News Record’s Top 400 Contractors and have two satellite offices in Dallas and Austin. What is your position? What all does your position entail? I am the Marketing Coordinator for the Lubbock Office. I work directly with the Pre-Construction Team in composing responses to proposals, as well as handle our social media pages, advertisements and community relations. My job is different from day-to-day and is fast-paced; but, I wouldn’t have it any other way! I meet and collaborate with different people on a daily basis and for me, there is no greater joy than knowing I had a small part in something so much larger than myself! How long have you been with your current company? I have been with Lee Lewis Construction, Inc. for 18 months. Share some info about your family...The majority of my immediate family is here in Lubbock. Two of the most important people in my life, my mom and my aunt, both work for local non-profit organizations here in Lubbock. My mother is the Chief Operations Officer for Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Southwest and my aunt is the Director for United Future Leaders at Texas Tech University’s Center for Adolescent Resiliency. Both of these women have been influential in shaping me into the woman I am today. They have instilled in me the importance of hard work, relationships, and community service.

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Voice of Business A Dialogue with the Dallas Fed The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce hosted a luncheon, “A Dialogue with the Dallas Fed” on Thurs., Aug. 17, at the Overton Hotel and Conference Center. Today’s economic climate and how the Federal Reserve is using this information to develop sound monetary policies to grow economic opportunity for job creators were discussed by Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas President and CEO Robert Kaplan. The luncheon featured remarks by Congressman Jodey Arrington followed by a moderated question and answer session with Kaplan, led by Jeff Mercer, the Senior Associate Dean for the Texas Tech School of Finance. Following the luncheon, leaders from various industries across the Lubbock business community joined Kaplan for a roundtable discussion. Workplace issues such as growth, workforce development, and some of the Federal Reserve’s economic data were discussed during the meeting.

Lubbock Chamber staff and representatives met with Senator John Cornyn’s Legislative Director Stephen Tausend and other staff members. Federal issues such as agriculture, healthcare, regulation, and infrastructure were discussed, as well as how the Lubbock business community could benefit from certain legislative action.

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Business Leaders Learn What it Takes for Be a Public Official The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce hosted a Civic and Public Leadership Academy on Tues., Aug. 29, at the Wells Fargo Center. The workshop emphasized public service and candidacy process. Facilitators and guest speakers included Mike Stevens, co-owner of Action Printing; Kim Davis, owner of Nomiss Communications, City Secretary Becky Garza and various panelists.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 2017 Harvest Luncheon October 18 Interested in the Chamber’s Advocacy Efforts? www.LubbockBusinessVotes.com Visit our Advocacy page:

Here you’ll find all the tools you’ll need to contact your members of Congress and keep them informed on issues relating to Lubbock business as well as to help you keep up-to-date with the political process, issues and candidates in order to make informed decisions.

Questions or Concerns? Contact Norma Ritz Johnson, Executive Vice President 13

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Chamber Ambassador Program Meet Marie Evans, July Ambassador of the Month! Congratulations to Marie Evans for being named the July Ambassador of the Month. Evans is no stranger to winning Ambassador awards as she has been the Ambassador of the Month before as well as being the Ambassador of the Year in 2005. “When I moved to Lubbock almost 14 years ago, I knew I would be joining the Chamber as I had belonged to the Sunnyvale, California, Chamber and was active in the Ambassadors group so it was a natural for me to do so here,” said Evans. The Ambassador group has been an important asset for Evans as it has helped her get to know more about the community and what all is happening around the city. “I have learned about a number of great non-profit organizations and what they do as many of those people are Ambassadors,” Evans stated. Evans was an independent sales representative for Geiger for 28 years before retiring from selling promotional items. “When I retired, I was presented, by Eddie McBride, a lifetime honorary membership in the Chamber so I wouldn’t quit doing what I was doing. So I guess I am still doing it since I won this award this month,” Evans said. For Evans, it is important to be a member of the Chamber and to be an active Ambassador.

Marie Evans (middle) was recognized at the monthly Ambassador Luncheon for winning the July Ambassador of the Month award.

“You don’t stop doing when you get old, you get old when you stop doing,” said Evans. Again, congratulations to Evans for earning the Ambassador of the Month award! We appreciate the time and commitment she has dedicated to the Chamber and our Ambassador Program.

Ribbon Cuttings & Groundbreakings – August Sponsored

by:

American Red Cross 100th Birthday Celebration

Casey Carpet One 70th Anniversary 6000 Spur 327

Comfort Keepers “Feed Seniors Now” 2517 74th St.

Complete Streets Project

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lubbock Southwest 6435 50th St.

Kona Ice of South Lubbock

Let There Be Light Assisted Living 3201 E. 10th St.

Lubbock Habitat for Humanity ReStore 8004 Indiana Ave., Ste. B-8

Mae Simmons Community & Adult Center 2004 Oak Ave.

National Community Health Center Week Celebration

Paceline Collision 806 50th St.

Peoples Bank 11011 Quaker Ave.

Salted Oats 10502 Fremont Ave.

Sharp Academy 8315 Indiana Ave.

SuperGeeks 5920 66th St., Ste. 5

Tea2Go 105th St. & Quaker Ave.

TechTown Realty 6102 Chicago Ave., Ste. 600

Texas Tech Health Sciences Center CMHC Montford Art Exhibit 3601 4th St.

The Funky Door 6801 Milwaukee Ave.

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Welcome New Chamber Members! Adooring Designs West Texas (806) 773-8052 8222 Valencia Ave. Lubbock, TX 79424 Iron - Ornamental

Good Grip TX (806) 577-2209 2609 76th St. Lubbock, TX 79423 Flooring

Proforma LaDuke (806) 285-2247 2911 US Hwy 70 Olton, TX 79064 Marketing Firms & Services

Signature Stag Fine Menswear (806) 993-0084 7320 Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 700 Lubbock, TX 79424 Clothing - Apparel - Men

American Family Homes Real Estate Team (806) 701-4546 PO Box 64143 Lubbock, TX 79464 Real Estate

Katy & Co. (512) 705-5255 6616 Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 700 Lubbock, TX 79424 Gift Shops

Rebus Capital, LLC (806) 781-9492 3806 50th St., Ste. 200 Lubbock, TX 79413 Apartments - Corporate

State Farm Insurance - Christie Brown-Hernandez (806) 799-8891 3302 64th St., Ste. C Lubbock, TX 79413 Insurance

Kona-Ice of South Lubbock (806) 638-5662 151 State Rd. 2130 Lubbock, TX 79407 Food Services

Red Lobster (806) 792-4805 5034 50th St. Lubbock, TX 79414 Restaurants

Mary Kay Cosmetics - Helen Fellows (806) 698-1818 7601 Trenton Ave. Lubbock, TX 79424 Cosmetics & Skin Care Products

Roark Christian Counseling (806) 438-4510 2807 74th St., Ste. 3B Lubbock, TX 79423 Counselor - Individual and/or Family

Andrea M. Gray, Elder Law Attorney (716) 465-2448 4716 4th St., Ste. 200 Attorneys Brax Iron Doors (806) 773-8052 8222 Valencia Ave. Lubbock, TX 79424 Iron - Ornamental C. Brian Herring, DDS (806) 792-6323 3315 6th St. Lubbock, TX 79413 Dentists CrossFit Lubbock (806) 620-0436 6035 4th St., Ste. B Lubbock, TX 79407 Health Clubs Farm To Fork Gastro Truck (806) 466-4937 7001 Marsha Sharp Fwy. Lubbock, TX 79407 Restaurants Galatia Insurance Partners (806) 771-9692 7021 Kewanee Ave., Ste. 2-102 Lubbock, TX 79424 Insurance

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham (806) 701-4180 4620 I-27 Lubbock, TX 79404 Hotels & Motels Mid Cities Trucking, Inc. (806) 872-2099 902 S. Dallas Ave. Lamesa, TX 79331 Oil Field Equipment Pinoy Sweets (806) 790-3322 9804 Clinton Ave. Lubbock, TX 79424 Bakeries Pirkle-Weir Insurance Agency (806) 368-7340 10210 Frankford Ave., Ste. 130 Lubbock, TX 79424 Insurance

Total Oilfield Services (806) 863-4493 17721 PR 2375 Lubbock, TX 79423 Oil & Gas Services Zachry Group (806) 798-5990 616 Davis Dr. Lubbock, TX 79416 Electrical Contractors

Shears to You (806) 368-2744 7020 Quaker Ave. Lubbock, TX 79424 Beauty Salons and/or Barbers

Visit our Facebook Page for photos and videos of all of our groundbreaking and ribbon cutting events!