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Reflection on 2021 & Looking to 2022 Temple Chamber Staff As we continue to persevere through one of the most challenging and unprecedented periods of our history, we have to recognize our community and its businesses have not been immune and continue to work hard to recover. Compounding the pandemic, 2021 presented challenges with Winter Storm Uri, labor force, and continued supply chain disruptions.
JANUARY 2022 SALUTE TO BUSINESS Tuesday, January 25, 2022 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Mayborn Convention Center 3303 N. 3rd St. Temple, TX 76501 Tickets: https://bit.ly/Salute22 Deadline to register 1/18/2022
Throughout all of this, like our members and business community, this required the Temple Chamber to adapt. From seeking solutions to our member’s problems to reimagining events with safety as a top priority, all to help our community succeed and see businesses grow and thrive. Early in the pandemic, when the first waves threatened the survival of so many businesses, the Temple Chamber recognized that we had a vital role in helping our community through the crisis. Our focus has been and remains on providing as many resources as possible to support our region’s business community. The Temple Chamber collaborated with other entities in the creation of small business grant programs utilizing COVID-19 Community Relief Funds to retain jobs and stabilize local businesses. Almost $900,000 was granted in the combined efforts. Most importantly, we helped Temple area businesses navigate the grant applications to secure support. To protect the safety of business owners, their employees, and consumers, the Temple Chamber engaged with a program through the Texas Department of Emergency Management to provide free COVID-19 Rapid Testing Kits to local businesses. Since February 2021, we have distributed more than 2,900 free rapid tests to Temple area businesses.
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With Winter Storm Uri, the Temple Chamber did not sit idle. We helped community partners share information about essential resources, and we used our strength as the voice of and for business to aid our members and community overcome obstacles presented by the storm.
The prime example of the Temple Chamber in service during the storm and the ripple effect caused is when roads were impassable and grocery store shelves empty, and hundreds of semi-trucks sat on Wendland Road waiting to deliver to our local distribution centers. A series of phone calls, in a 3-hour time frame, led to deploying TxDOT trucks and graders and the Temple Police Department to sand and grade the roads and control truck traffic.
The strength of the Temple Chamber is not any particular program or event, but rather comes from the network we have built over our 114-year history. We are the hub of a vast network that includes local businesses, all levels of government, state and national business associations, local organizations, schools, and more. This strength came to the forefront through the turmoil of both 2020 and 2021.
The Temple Chamber is a membership-driven organization where businesses pay dues to become members, and those members get plugged into the Chamber network. Despite the challenges in 2021, the Temple Chamber refused to be deterred by the setbacks. We safely held inperson events for members to make connections, hosted third house sessions to connect with our State Representative, held two job fairs with community partners, served over 3,000 hamburger meals to area first responders, active-duty military, veteran organizations, and the community for the 37th Annual Military & First Responder Salute, and ended the year over 1,000 members strong. The Temple Chamber of Commerce is filled with gratitude for our members and the community. Our efforts to support the business community would not be possible without the support of our members. 2021 has shown us that there is no better time to be a member of the Temple Chamber of Commerce. We have a vital role in our local community and are positioned to help preserve, protect, and promote a positive business environment in the greater Temple, TX area in 2022 and beyond. For those not already plugged into our network, we invite you to learn more about the Chamber on our website templechamber.com or by calling (254) 773-2105.
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Salute to Business 2022: We’re Stronger Together Let’s come together to reflect on one of the most challenging and unprecedented periods of our history, to recognize and celebrate our business community’s resiliency, innovation, and excellence, and focus on the opportunities that lie ahead in 2022 and beyond. We’re stronger together!
The Honorable Dade Phelan, 76th Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives
The keynote speaker this year is the 76th Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, Dade Phelan.
A native of Southeast Texas, Dade Phelan represents Texas House District 21 and serves as the 76th Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives. First elected to the Texas House in 2014, he is currently serving his fourth term as
State Representative for HD21, which covers Orange County, part of Jefferson County, and Jasper County. He was elected House Speaker in 2021. In his first term as Speaker, Phelan dealt with unprecedented events, including restoring economic stability after COVID-19 and Winter Storm Uri. In his first term as Speaker, the Legislature restored our state’s position as the best economic climate in America, while adding government spending limits and maintaining $12 billion in our state’s rainy-day fund. In addition to fully funding public education, Phelan created a framework to expand rural broadband and telehealth, overhauled the regulatory structure of the ERCOT grid, provided billions in tax relief to Texans, and expanded healthcare access for new moms. Masks are encouraged. For table/sponsorship details, contact Bobbie Jo King at (254) 773-2105. Individual tickets can be reserved online at https://bit.ly/ Salute22. The registration deadline is Tuesday, January 18, 2022.
When:
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 ‘Taste of Temple’ Social - 5:30 p.m. Dinner and a keynote speaker - 6:30 p.m.
Where:
Mayborn Convention Center 3303 N. 3rd Street Temple, TX 76501
Registration: https://bit.ly/Salute22 Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 18, 2022
First Friday is Tonight - January 7, 2022 City of Temple
Visit Downtown Temple for First Friday tonight, January 7, 2022. You won’t want to miss an evening of late-night shopping, fantastic food, cold drinks, and live music. Keep it local in Downtown Temple! For a full list of downtown specials visit downtowntemple.com/first-friday.
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December Renewing Chamber Members
Amy’s House BancorpSouth Central Texas Children’s Center Comet Cleaners & Laundry Cornerstone Automotive Days Inn First Community Mortgage Folkerson Communications, Ltd. Fortified Fabrication and Mechanic Services LLC Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Green’s Sausage House LLC Hawkeye Shooting Academy/ Czerka Armaments Research
H-E-B Temple #182 Jimmy’s Egg Johnnie’s Cleaning & Tailoring Johnson Brothers Ford Lincoln Jolly Trolley Sno-Cones Keeping It Realty La Luncheonette Lott, Vernon & Company, P.C. Lucky In Love Tattoo Mac Haik Dodge-Chrysler-Jeep McLane Group Mikie Cummings MooreCo., Inc. Morris & Pursley Financial Plan
December New Chamber Members
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Pizza PieRos Rancho Lago Development, Inc. Salon Karen Shipley Donuts-Temple Sparta Crane & Construction, LLC Two Maids & A Mop of Temple Validus Fitness & Training Gym, LLC V-Quest Office Machines & Supplies Workforce Solutions of Central Texas
buys, sells and delivers more than 50,000 consumer products to nearly 110,000 locations across the U.S.
Our mission is to improve the opportunity for veterans to learn, play and enjoy Pain Specialists of America the game of chess. We host tournaments, Loreal Fritz | (254) 732-6631 A&W Roofing is proud to serve the home- workshops and clubs. 10252 W. Adams Ave., Unit 104 owners in and around Central Texas. We Temple, TX 76502 are a family-owned and operated roofing www.psadocs.com company providing premium roof repairs, Legends Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Healthcare installations, and maintenance. Your home Travis Moore | (254) 371-6483 is the first line of defense when it comes 12 S. Fourth St. Through our network, you can find a Cento protecting what’s closest to you so let Temple, TX 76501 tral Texas Pain Clinic offering comprehenus help with your next roofing project and www.legendsbjj.com sive, interventional pain management for a we will work with you to provide ideas and Martial Arts variety of conditions. Our pain specialists give a solution that’s best for you. When develop personalized treatment plans from you choose A&W Roofing, you are choos- Legends Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, formally John’s a host of multidisciplinary approaches, taiing the best of the best. Gym Temple, is Temple and Belton Texas loring pain management strategies for each premier BJJ gym offering both Kids (age of our unique and valued patients. 4+) and Adults Classes. Legends BJJ is the The Buddy Schwab Group of only IBJJF certified academy with multiple All City Real Estate black belt instructors in the area. Progressive Technology Security Buddy Schwab | (254) 230-4949 Rodney Rudloff | (760) 803-6379 401 N. Main Temple, TX Salado, TX 76571 McLane Southwest www.protec-alarm.com www.buddyschwab.com Temple, TX Security Services Real Estate www.mclaneco.com Distributors Customer protection and satisfaction is Your Buddy In Real Estate! Dreaming about very important to us. We do not install mea big house with a beautiful backyard? McLane Company, Inc. is one of the larg- diocre Security Systems, our goal is to partOr maybe a modern apartment in a quiet est supply chain services leaders in the ner with each customer to gain an underneighborhood? Whatever your dream is, United States, providing grocery and food- standing of their specific security needs, we focus on the big picture to help you find service solutions for convenience stores, design a system directly around those the perfect place you’ve always desired. mass merchants, drug stores and chain needs, and establish a long-term relationrestaurants. Through McLane Grocery and ship. By using quality equipment, training McLane Foodservice, McLane operates our Installers and keeping to disciplined Chess Vets over 80 distribution centers and one of the guidelines, each system works reliably and Michael Lenox | (773) 606-8142 nation’s largest private fleets. The company for a long time.
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Total Elegance Creations Event & Rental Center Total Elegance Creations Event and Rental Center is a place for all of your party needs. We rent a venue that is a one stop shop. You can rent the space only or you can rent the space and also, rent everything you need to create your dream event. We offer rentals of tables, chairs, Throne Chairs, unique head tables, centerpieces, Backdrops, etc. If you need to rent these items and have them delivered to another location, we can do that also. We are a unique event center. We offer elegance and your vision of creativity so you can enjoy your day.
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Make Giving Part of Your New Year’s Resolutions Tanya Gray, Keep Temple Beautiful Ah, a new year and new resolutions. Every year, this day brings with it a sense of excitement, anticipation, and hope as we look forward to the upcoming year.
mentor. Give a child the gift of someone who loves, encourages, and supports them this year to have an impact on their life.
Suddenly, everything that happened the year before—the things we did or didn’t do, did or didn’t say—doesn’t seem to matter as much. Instead, we can look ahead and see the new year, 2022 laid out before us, untarnished and ready for our next adventures in life.
Pay it forward. For a simple way to have a huge effect this upcoming year, pay it forward. Commit to taking small acts of kindness whenever you possibly can. For example, pay for a person’s coffee, leave a caring note or donate used goods. However you pay it forward, keep the message of positivity moving in 2022.
Of course, with New Year’s Eve come New Year’s resolutions. These resolutions symbolize the things we care about most in life and reflect the areas of life we want to improve. Whether it be weight loss, reading more, or simply trying something new, resolutions often mark what matters most to us. This means, if you want to make a difference in 2022, make giving a part of your New Year’s resolutions. Here are some ideas for how you can create resolutions that give back: Get your family on board. One simple way to make giving a part of your New Year’s resolutions is to get your family on board. Altruism is an incredibly important value to instill in young children. As you make plans for 2022, consider how you and your family can serve the community together. Share on social media. With today’s technology, social media often plays a critical role in the success of various fundraising and awareness efforts. This year, see how you can support organizations simply by sharing their posts on social media.
Volunteer consistently. If you want something to commit to doing next year, then consider volunteering consistently. Local and national nonprofit organizations like Keep Temple Beautiful are constantly looking for new people to get involved with their cause. Become a regular reliable volunteer. Commit to donating. Finally, make a difference in 2022 by finding a cause you care about and committing to donating regularly. While one-time donations are celebrated, regular donations can have a huge impact all-year-round. Find a monthly amount you feel comfortable with and commit to giving. So, if you want to have an even-greater impact this upcoming year, make giving a part of your resolutions. There are several ways to give to Keep Temple Beautiful: Sign up through the City of Temple’s water bill, write a check, volunteer your time, go online at www.keeptemplebeautiful.org and donate. Try out some of these ideas, or come up with your own to give back and make a valuable contribution to organizations that help make the world better.
Mentor a child. Speaking of support, you can many times find children in need of support in the community. One way you can support a child in 2022 is by volunteering to be a
Whitney Theriot Selected for ACCE 40 Under 40 Temple Chamber of Commerce Staff
Whitney Theriot, Vice President and COO of the Temple Chamber, was recognized on the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives 40 Under 40 list!
According the the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives website, through 40 Under 40, they are dedicated to recognizing and supporting the most talented professionals in the chamber industry.
Nominated by Temple Chamber President and CEO, Rod Henry, the letter noted, “Whitney is a vital team member and a confidant who strives to always be one step ahead by taking on increased responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities, enabling the organization to strive for relevancy, to be a level above.”
The annual recognition program showcases 40 of the industry’s top emerging leaders who have demonstrated success in their careers and made significant contributions to the communities they serve.
The nomination continued, “she’s demonstrated strong leadership traits by taking on assignments including the successful submission of a workforce grant through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and being accepted into the Business Leads Fellowship program. She was also recently elected chair of P-20, a multi-county consortium of education and business leaders working on initiatives to enhance the workforce of tomorrow.”
The list includes CEOs and staff professionals from a wide variety of roles and chamber sizes. Their creativity, dedication and commitment to identifying innovative solutions will help shape the future of the chamber profession.” Read more here: https://bit.ly/40Under40WT
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January Marks the Celebration of National Mentoring Month Temple Chamber of Commerce Staff Launched in 2002 by MENTOR The National Mentoring Partnership (www. mentoring.org) and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, National Mentoring Month is about driving systemic change to make mentoring an integral component of youth and workforce development efforts. Becoming a mentor can lead to unlimited opportunities: mentees can find a source of support from someone invested in their success; mentorships create long-lasting relationships; mentors impart positive values and instill a commitment to learning and betterment. Having a good mentor while you are developing your professional skills is a priceless gift, and all it takes is a little of your time. It is no secret that time is a valuable thing, and just a little bit of time spent giving advice or spreading your expertise to someone who needs it can make a huge impact. The beginning of a new year is a great time to get involved in a mentoring program either by volunteering your skills to a community organization or taking on a mentee within your own business. Getting involved in mentoring within your business or organization has been proven to help increase business profitability and longevity. Employees are one of the business’ greatest assets. As a leader, making yourself available to mentor your team can be a worthwhile investment in your business. Here are a few of the benefits of employee mentorship: 1. Employee Loyalty and Retention: creating an employee-based mentoring program shows your employees that you are invested in their growth and success. A study from Kent State University shows that employees who have been mentored by organization leaders tend to stay at their companies longer.
2. Develop Stronger Leaders: spending time mentoring employees prepares them to be the future leaders of your company.
3. Create Organizational Balance: working one-on-one with your employees gives you time to realize their strengths. This can help you better delegate your day-to-day workload into their capable hands while also demonstrating trust.
Businesses that invest in mentorship programs for the community also provide an invaluable resource for future leaders. According to The National Mentoring Partnership, young adults who have been mentored showed increased motivation to participate in team sports and extracurriculars, held a leadership position in a club or at school, showed increased motivation to get a college degree, and volunteered in the community at higher rates.
The survey also identified that one in three young people are without a mentor. Businesses can fill this need by volunteering to join local community mentorship programs. Here are a few local mentorship programs through Temple Chamber Members that business leaders can connect with: 1) Temple ISD Wildcat Mentors: www.TISD.org/WildcatMentors 2) The 411 House: the411house.org/help/#mentor 3) The Un-Included Club: www.unincluded.org/get_involved
Mentoring someone within your business or in the community can have a longlasting impact. A powerful tool that takes only a little of your time to strengthen our community.
Temple Mobility Master Plan Public Meeting - January 19, 2022 City of Temple Do you wish there was less traffic congestion? Would you prefer to bike or walk to your destination, or even take public transit? We are asking these questions (and many more) as we create a Mobility Master Plan (MMP) that will shape the future of ALL transportation modes in Temple. Join us on January 19 from 5:30-7:30 pm for a public meeting, where we will provide more information about the MMP planning process and discuss Temple’s future transportation system. Participants can attend in-person at the Wilson Park Recreation Center, 2205 Curtis B. Elliot Drive, Temple, TX 76504, or join virtually. Visit templetx.gov/mobility for details.
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Healthcare: Facing Challenges & Collaborating for the Well-Being of the Community Alfonzo James, Walmart DC #6083; Nanette Pace, 4 Legs of Love; Brian Stokes, Woodward Creative; & David Shine, Shine Richardson Group - LT Class of 2022 It is hard to describe the city of Temple without mentioning one type of infrastructure that most heavily contributes to the well-being of its citizens and economy – healthcare. The focus of the Leadership Temple healthcare day was gaining insight into the inner workings of the largest employer, Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple. Community leaders need to understand the magnitude of resources available, the challenges they face, how they collaborate with regional providers, and learn about opportunities that contribute to the well-being of the community. The class met with the Baylor Scott & White Health – Central Texas Region Leadership team for an enlightening briefing about the healthcare system and the challenges faced during the pandemic. The healthcare system in Temple features the only Level 2 Children’s Hospital between Austin and Dallas and accounts for one of 18 Level 1 trauma centers in Texas. The Temple system offers a complete continuum of care and innovative industry-leading procedures and care in cardiology, transplants, robotic surgeries, and more, attracting people to Temple from near and far – not only for patients but medical professionals as well.
is a challenge that required creative solutions and is something the leadership continues to work through. It was very enlightening to learn what was happening with our largest hospital system in Bell County and how this all affected the level of care that was available to our community. After the meeting with the Baylor Scott & White Health – Central Texas Region Leadership team, the class traveled to Canyon Creek Behavioral Health, Temple’s brand-new, state-of-the-art mental health facility. Canyon Creek Behavioral Health, in partnership with Baylor Scott & White Health, provides inpatient and outpatient treatment options for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients facing issues with mental health. The hospital’s Director of Business Development gave the group a tour of the building highlighting its unique features while discussing the state of mental health in the community. The class ended the day learning from Central Counties Services and how they work in tandem with Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple and Canyon Creek Behavioral Health, to support individuals with mental illness or intellectual and developmental disabilities in their road to recovery and enhancement of their lives.
The pandemic presented unprecedented challenges for all, but arguably it impacted the healthcare industry most drastically. The Central Texas Region Leadership team had to change their entire operational model, essentially overnight, at the onset of the pandemic and is faced with keeping their practitioners and personnel healthy and safe, caring for the well-being of the community, all while managing variables such as supply chain, bed capacity, and workforce.
What struck many of the Leadership Temple class members was the prevalence of mental health challenges facing the community. Often, those with unaddressed mental health disorders struggle with poverty, addiction, or homelessness. Creating social and economic costs that impact healthcare, business, law enforcement, and the criminal justice system, and emergency and social services.
The class was given insight into the initial wave of COVID-19 cases in 2020, and the second large surge during summer 2021. Their nursing and medical personnel worked overtime, some clinics were closed and consolidated to bring practitioners to the hospital setting to care for patients, and contract personnel had to be brought in to give relief to the full-time staff. The overflow of patients being treated for this virus affected the entire hospital system, with the biggest impact hitting the ICUs and Emergency Departments. Bed capacity
Canyon Creek Behavioral Health and Central Counties Services are muchneeded and valuable resources for Temple in supporting our community’s wellbeing, yet there is an opportunity for more resources, public and private, to further address the growing need. The Leadership Temple class key takeaway from healthcare day was unmistakable: challenges and all, wellness is a top priority for the community of Temple.
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