Our vision: To be the indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses.
Our mission: To support our members through programs that promote business development and encourage economic growth, educational excellence and legislative advocacy.
The Chamber would like to thank the following members for their generosity in sponsoring an event or by donating items or services: Mimi's Cafe - Tuesday Morning Live Sponsor; and Coffee Dreams - SOHO Cafe.
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Executive Committee
Sheila McKinney, Chair
Presbyterian Hospital of Allen
Patti McKee, Chair-Elect
Community Credit Union
Bob Rothe, Immediate Past-Chair
Fortune Financial Services
Maxine Sweet, Treasurer
Experian
Sonia Malone, At-Large
Allen Premium Outlets
Worley Stein, At-Large
American National Bank
Sharon Mayer, President/CEO
Allen Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
Bruce Heller
JaRyCo Development
Al Holmes
Optymize
Christi Jefferson
Christi Taylor Jefferson, CPA
Dr. Toni Jenkins
Collin County Community College
Rudy Mann
Sunbelt Telecommunications
James Montgomery
Hilton Garden Inn
Dr. Jenny Preston
Allen Independent School District
Charisse Reaume
Allen Economic Development Corporation
Chris Ryan
Xtera Communications
T. Randall (Randy) Sandifer
Attorney at Law
Andy Stewart
Compliments, LLC
Peter Vargas
City of Allen
Jim Waldbauer
BW2 Engineers
Staff
Pam Fechter
Membership
Carol Rodgers
Operations
The Chamber would like to acknowledge and thank the following major investors
Platinum Investors
Experian
HIT Entetainment
Presbyterian Hospital of Allen
RCL Enterprises
Strasburger & Price, LLP
Sunbelt Telecommunications, Inc.
Gold Investors
Carter & Burgess
Community Credit Union
Frullati Cafe and Bakery
FSI International
Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse
Oncor Group
Regions Bank
Sage Telecom, Inc.
Sam's Club #4743 Plano/East
Sanmina SCI
Twin Creeks Master Planned Community
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Chairman's Message
by Sheila McKinney, Presbyterian Hospital of Allen
The end of every year is a time for reflection and an opportunity to turn the page…to begin anew. The business community and the Allen Chamber of Commerce enjoyed a successful 2003. I am enthusiastic about serving as the Chairman of the
Chamber Board in 2004. One of the more critical objectives at the Chamber in 2004 is the completion of the strategic plan.
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Eggs & Issues Breakfast
The first Eggs & Issues Breakfast of 2004 will feature a legislative update by State Representative Ken Paxton on Friday, January 23, 2004 at the Hilton Garden Inn beginning at 8:00 a.m. For reservations, call 972-727-5585 or email reservations@allenchamber.com.
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Celebrate Allen 2004
An Affair to Remember
Scott Sams of WFAA Channel 8 will emcee Celebrate Allen: An Affair to Remember on Saturday, January 24, 2004. Mr. Sams co-anchors News 8 Daybreak and News8 at 9/Good Morning Texas. The event will benefit the programs of the Allen Chamber of Commerce, the Allen Philharmonic Symphony and the Foundation for Allen Schools.
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Business After Hours
Presbyterian Hospital of Allen will host the Business After Hours on Thursday, January 15, 2004 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. The hospital is located at 1105 Central Expressway North (Exchange Parkway). Bring lots of business cards for an evening of networking.
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W.I.S.E.
Women In Support of Enterprise
The next WISE luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, January 29, 2004 at 11:30 a.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn. Sharon Redd, M.Ed., LPC, will present information on Totally Alive: A Simple Program to TAP Into Living Healthy Longer. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for prospective members. Reservations can be made by calling 972-727-5585.
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New Location for Tuesday Morning Live
The Tuesday Morning Live! networking group has changed locations. It now meets each Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at Bennigan's, located at 305 N. Central Expressway. Start the new year off by taking advantage of this excellent networking opportunity. The cost is $1 for Chamber members and $2 for prospective members. No reservation necessary - just come ready to network!
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Capitol Steps
by State Rep. Ken Paxton
Ken Paxton has provided information on three issues recently discussed in the Texas Legislature: interim charges for committees of the Texas House of Representatives, immunizations and identity theft.
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Collin County Economic Summit
Business and community leaders interested in the future of local economy will get a preview at the 2004 Collin County Economic Summit scheduled for March 30. This year, the event will run from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with a luncheon keynote address by Dr. Steve H. Murdock followed by two rounds of breakouts and a wrap up session. The Economic Summit will take place at Collin County Community College District’s Spring Creek Campus, 2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway in Plano.
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The County Line
by Joe Jaynes, County Commissioner
Collin County Commissioner Joe Jaynes has provided information on MUD hearings and current demographics for Collin County.
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Sponsorship Opportunities for 2004
If you are interested in promoting your business to other Chamber members, why not sponsor one of our luncheons, seminars or business after hours? Many sponsorships are available for 2004 so call the Chamber office at 972-727-5585 today to secure your spot. Don't delay!
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Chamber's Position on Local Option Election
In September the Board of Directors of the Allen Chamber unanimously passed Resolution 02-03 in support of the effort to place on the ballot proposals to allow beer and wine sales in local grocery stores and to eliminate the private club requirements for Allen restaurants.
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Local Option Election Remarks
by Kurt Kizer, Allen Citizens for Economic Growth
As you may be aware, there is currently an effort underway to include on the May 15 local election ballot two propositions that would allow for the legal sale of beer and wine in the City of Allen. One proposition would allow for the sale of alcohol in restaurants thereby eliminating the existing "club" requirements. The other proposition would allow for the sale of beer and wine in grocery and convenience stores.
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SCORE Counseling at Chamber
Are you starting a new small business? Do you need help with your existing small business? SCORE will provide you valuable business counseling, mentoring and ideas, and it's...FREE. A SCORE representative will begin taking appointments to meet with clients in the Chamber office on January 15th and will be at the Chamber weekly by appointment only.
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Awards Presented at Luncheon
The Chamber hosted its Annual Awards Luncheon on December 16, 2003 at the Hilton Garden Inn and recognized volunteers who contributed to the the success of the Chamber during 2003. The Allen High School Show Choir provided the entertainment.
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Leadership Allen Happenings
by Brian Bristow, Class Secretary
Leadership Allen Class XV got an early start on Friday, December 19th chugging coffee at 7:30 a.m., chasing away red-eyes and getting psyched up for a full day of learning about local government. Before the day was through, the Class had seen government in action on both the municipal and county levels.
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Membership Events
The Chamber closed out the year by sponsoring luncheons, after hours and ribbon cuttings in December.
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Calendar of Events
http://www.allenchamber.com/Applications...
Use the link to access the Chamber calendar and click on event for additional information.
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Congratulations!
Christi Jefferson, CPA was recently named as a Rising Star by the Dallas CPA Society.
In addition, Christi just opened a new office in The Atrium, 1333 W. McDermott, and will host an Open House on Thursday, January 22 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Please RSVP to Christi at 214-509-9424 if you plan to attend.
Curves for Women has recently moved into their expanded facility at 107-B N. Greenville (next to Cindy's School of Dance). They will celebrate with a ribbon cutting and re-opening on Monday, January 12, 2004 at 5:15 p.m. They are offering Chamber members a sign up fee of $29 (regular price is $149).
Barb Granados of Lattes on Location recently opened Coffee Dreams, located at 1314 W. McDermott #140.
Mike Mason, DDS is beginning his 26th year in business in Allen.
Strasburger & Price, LLP will open its Collin County office during the first quarter of 2004 in Frisco. One of the largest firms in Texas, Strasburger will be the first major law firm in the country to have a presence in Collin County's rapidly developing business community.
Heard Museum has announced its 25th Annual Nature Photography Contest and Annual Volunteer Guild Game Day Celebration. For information on these and other events, visit www.heardmuseum.org or call 972-562-5566.
We would like to recognize your accomplishments. Please notify us at crodgers@allenchamber.com if your company has a special announcement or has received an award.
Special Thanks to our Sustaining Members
1 Year
Birkhoff, Hendricks & Conway, LLP
Myer Multi-Family Development Co.
Patricia A. Watson, CPA
2 Years
Humana, Inc.
LandAmerica Commonwealth Title
Scent-uous Candles
3 Years
Men's Wearhouse
4 Years
Allen Jewelers
Alliance Bank Mortgage Center
Edward Jones - Charles Wartsbaugh
Feather Touch Dentistry
Housewarmers of Allen
Lawrence S. Pierce, M.D.
Standard Pacific Homes - Summerfield
6 Years
Chiropractic Connection
Rogers Signs & Lighting
Waterfalls Carwash
7 Years
Brazos Cattle Company
The Flower Cottage
TCB Landscaping
Trammell Crow Company
8 Years
America's Daily Grind
9 Years
Darling Homes
Triangle P Enterprises
10+ Years
All Systems Air Conditioning & Heating
Allen Family Drug
Allen Flower & Gift Shop
Allen ISD
Allen Veterinary Hospital
American National Bank
Animal Hospital of Collin County
Susan Bartlemay
Brookshire's
Business Management Systems
Caplinger Heating & Cooling
Ebby Halliday Real Estate - Plano
Gordon Publications
HIT Entertainment
KHYI 95.3 FM/KXEZ 92.1 FM
Michael Mason, DDS
RCS Enterprises
Rexall Showcase IBO
Safeco Land Title
Suncreek United Methodist Church
Terrell's Dry Cleaning
Timberbend Academy
Veterans of Foreign Wars
December 2003
December 1, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 15
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November 2003
November 1, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 14
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October 2003
October 1, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 13
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September 2003
September 1, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 12
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August, 2003
August 1, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 11
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July 1, 2003
July 1, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 10
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June 2003
May 29, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 9
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May 2003
May 1, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 8
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April 2003
April 1, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 7
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March 2003
March 1, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 6
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February 2003
February 1, 2003
Vol. 1
Issue 5
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January 2003
January 2, 2003
Vol. 2
Issue 1
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December 2002
December 1, 2002
Vol. 1
Issue 3
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November 2002
November 1, 2002
Vol. 1
Issue 2
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OCTOBER
September 30, 2002
Vol. 5
Issue 10
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