The mission of the Allen Chamber is to support our members through programs that promote business development and encourage economic growth, educational excellence and legislative advocacy.
Executive Committee
Izzie Waller, Chair
RCL Enterprises
Bob Rothe, Chair-Elect
Fortune Financial Services
Steve Matthews Past Chair
Oncor Energy
Sheila McKinney, Treasurer
Presbyterian Hospital of Allen
Rudy Mann
Sunbelt Telecommunications
T. Randall (Randy) Sandifer
Attorney at Law
Sharon Mayer, President/CEO
Allen Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
Barry Fritzer
Photronics
Dr. Toni Jenkins
Collin County Community College
Kathy Litinas
An Ideal Arrangement
Sonia Malone
Allen Premium Outlets
Patti McKee
Community Credit Union
Danny McLarty
MBA Architects, Inc.
Griff Moore
Atrium Financial Services
Bill Nethery
American National Bank
Jenny Preston
Allen Independent School District
Charisse Reaume
Allen Economic Development Corporation
Will Richardson
RE/MAX Town and Country
Chris Ryan
Xtera Communications
Maxine Sweet
Experian
Peter Vargas
City of Allen
Staff
Pam Fechter
Membership
Carol Rodgers
Operations
Stacy Rodgers
Student Assistant
Use following link to view the latest Member Buy Member participant list:
www.allenchamber.com
The Chamber welcomes the following new members who joined during the month of October and encourages you to remember them when looking for services or products for your business or personal use.
Executive Press
Tom Sadler
2046 Forest Lane #100
Garland, TX 75042
972 864-9030 TEL
www.executivepress.comCommercial Printer & Publisher
Generations Hair Salon & Tanning
Tim & Natalie Smith
717 S. Greenville Avenue #120
Allen, TX 75002
972 727-9037 TEL
Hair Care
Tanning Salon
Keller Willaims
Michael S. McGrann
P. O. Box 1922
Allen, TX 75013
972 588-8683 TEL
www.mikerealty.com
Real Estate Consulting
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Eggs & Issues Breakfast
Topic: Allen/Lovejoy ISD Consolidation
The Eggs and Issues Breakfast on November 8, 2002 will address the consolidation debate between the Allen and Lovejoy Independent School Districts. A presentation will be made regarding the impact that a possible consolidation may have on both districts.
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Board Nominations
See full story for list of nominees
In accordance with the by-laws of the Allen Chamber of Commerce, a Nominating Committee, chaired by Bob Rothe and consisting of Izzie Waller, Danny McLarty, Josie Zendejas and Sharon Mayer, has nominated a slate of five (5) individuals to serve as Directors of the Allen Chamber of Commerce beginning in January 2003 and continuing until their terms expire in 2005 or until a replacement is named.
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Strategies On Survival (S.O.S.)
Business for Breakfast Seminar
Do you ever feel like you are sinking in your business and need an S.O.S.? Then, the November Strategies On Survival (S.O.S.) breakfast seminar is just for you.
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Chairman's Letter
by Izzie Waller
What a busy Fall we are all having! The Chamber continues to provide many opportunities for getting involved and meeting new people/customers/clients. Continue to check the Chamber web site for more opportunities for your business.
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Nothing But Networking
The next Nothing But Networking luncheon is scheduled for Tuesday, November 19, 2002 at Brazos Cattle Company. The buffet luncheon will begin promptly at 11:30 so networking can begin by 12:00 noon. |
Chamber Website Update
Improvements on the way!
The Chamber's web site (www.allenchamber.com) will soon have a new look. We are in the process of improving our web site to provide more up-to-date information. Links are provided on our current site for Member Buy Member participants, Service and Retail Award winners, ribbon cutting photos and archived newsletter editions. The new site will contain these links and more.
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Save The Date
Celebrate Allen is scheduled for Saturday, January 18, 2003 at the Renaissance Hotel in Richardson. Save the date now for this spectacular event! |
SOHO Cafe
Open for Home-based Business
Are you a home-based business? Then join the SOHO Cafe networking group on Thursday, November 7 at 8:30 a.m. at Allen Premium Outlets. |
Business After Hours
The November Business After Hours will be hosted by Texans Credit Union at 325 Central Expressway South (next to Albertson's) on November 21st from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Come meet others in the Chamber and the Allen community. It's a great way to end your day!
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Leadership Allen XIV
Another year of leadership training got underway as LA Class XIV participated in an orientation session that featured a ropes course last month. |
Home for the Holidays
It's hard to believe that the holiday shopping season is so quickly approaching. The Chamber would like to remind you that Allen retailers have much to offer and that shopping in Allen helps promote and maintain a healthy economy. Home for the Holidays, in its eighth year, is a program designed to encourage shopping locally.
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More HFTH Activities
http://parade.vpnsys.com/
A weekend filled with holiday activities is scheduled for December 6 - 8, 2002. Activities are planned in Allen to attract kids of all ages.
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October Service/Retail Awards
The Ambassadors recognized the following members during the month of October for their continued support of the Chamber and the community. |
Where Will You Be in 2003?
The Chamber is in the process of forming committees and task force groups for 2003 and needs volunteers to fill open positions. If you are interested in serving on a committee or task force, please call the Chamber office at 972-727-5585. |
Ribbon Cuttings and More
The Allen Chamber of Commerce held several ribbon cutting ceremonies to welcome new businesses and celebrate with others on renovations and relocations. |
Calendar of Events
www.allenchamber.com/calendardb.asp
Click on the above link to access the Chamber's calendar of events.
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Is it News or is it an Ad?
The Chamber staff receives questions on how to get news about a business published in the newspaper. The DFW Community Newspapers has provided information on how to obtain news coverage without purchasing an ad. |
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www.allenchamber.com had 3,000 visitors in October. 742 were to Chamber members. Top 10 visited member sites:
Allen Premium Outlets
Paul Taylor Homes
Terrell's Dry Cleaning
A/C Tan
Allen Heights Mobil/Long John Silvers
The Scrap Pile
Presbyterian Hospital of Allen
Shimer & Shimer OB/GYN
Lady of America Fitness Center
Crest Place Apartments
To find out how your website can be linked to the Chamber's site, contact the Chamber office at 972-727-5585
Special Thanks to our Sustaining Members
One Year
Bethel Pentecostal Church (UPC)
Creekview Orthodontics
Edward Jones – Maurice White
Engle Homes
First Assets
Jupiter Office Park
Pro-Team Building Maintenance
Two Years
Feather Touch Dentistry
Keller Williams – The Pescatore Team
Maryam Mojdehi-Barnes, DDS
Mercedes Homes
Mimi’s Café
State Farm Insurance – Lisa Pratt
Three Years
Albertson’s
All Metals Fabricating
Benton Pointe
C-C Trophy & Engraving, Inc.
Celebrations in the Country
Cottonwood Creek Baptist Church
Kenneth Fulk
Master’s Hand Dental
Money Mailer of Greater Dallas
Nichols, Jackson, Dillard, Hager & Smith
Val-Pak of Dallas
Four Years
Allen Chiropractic Center
Allen Police Department
Ball Semiconductor
The Fairview Group
Five Years
Carter-Burgess
Kelly Insurance Agency
Mary Kay – Lorraine Roulston
Six Years
America’s Daily Grind
Seven Years
Allen Economic Development Corporation
Coit Hedgcoxe Animal Hospital
David Weekley Homes
Stinger Wellhead Protection
Eight Years
Tammy Gough, DDS, MS
Nine Years
Country Day School
Frank Brown Investments
Quest Medical
Ten Years and More
Allen Child Care Association
Allen Image Magazine
Emergency Animal Clinic of Collin County
RCS Enterprises
Suncreek United Methodist Church
The Attic
The Chamber would like to thank the following members for their generosity in sponsoring an event or by donating items or services: Community Credit Union - Business After Hours Sponsor; Mimi's Cafe - Tuesday Morning Live Sponsor; and Dennis Borgne - collected donations and shopped for food bank.
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OCTOBER
September 30, 2002
Vol. 5
Issue 10
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