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: Bennigan's - Tuesday Morning Live Sponsor; Wings to Go - Business Wrap Up Sponsor; Comerica Bank - Business Builders sponsor; Community Credit Union - WISE Sponsor; Coffee Dreams - VIP Coffee; and Costco - breakfast sponsor for Business Builders.
Visit the Chamber's website www.allenchamber.com to view the latest member buy member participating membership listing.
Executive Committee
Patti McKee, Chair
Community Credit Union
Sheila McKinney, Immediate Past Chair
Presbyterian Hospital of Allen
Maxine Sweet, Chair-Elect
Experian
Bruce Heller, Treasurer
JaRyCo Development
Christi Jefferson, At Large
Christi Taylor Jefferson, CPA
Frank O'Reilly, At Large
Sanmina-SCI
Sharon Mayer, President/CEO
Allen Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
Tom Apligian
REMAX - Apligian
Charisse Canfield, Ex-Officio
Allen Economic Development Corporation
Al Holmes
Optymize
Dr. Toni Jenkins - Ex-Officio
Collin County Community College
Lisa Johnson
State Farm Insurance
Sonia Malone
Allen Premium Outlets
Griff Moore
Atrium Financial
Shannan Peacock
Staples #1085
Dr. Jenny Preston, Ex-Officio
Allen Independent School District
Bob Rothe
Fortune Financial Services
T. Randall (Randy) Sandifer
Attorney at Law
Worley Stein
American National Bank
Peter Vargas, Ex-Officio
City of Allen
Jim Waldbauer
BW2 Engineers
Staff
Julie Hynes
Director of Member Services
Carol Rodgers
Vice President, Operations
Josie Zendejas
Information Specialist
The Chamber would like to acknowledge and thank the following major investors
Platinum Investors
Atmos Energy
Comerica Bank
Experian
HIT Entetainment
Presbyterian Hospital of Allen
RCL Enterprises
Sunbelt Telecommunications, Inc.
Twin Creeks Master Planned Community
Gold Investors
The Belmont Restaurant
Carter & Burgess
North Central Medical Center
Regions Bank
Remedies Wellness Spa
Sage Telecom, Inc.
Sanmina SCI
Solutions Automotive
Strasburger & Price, LLP
TXU Electric Delivery
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W.I.S.E. Luncheon
Need more organization in your work station?
Tuesday, April 19, 11:30 a.m.
Ladies, join us at our quarterly W.I.S.E. Luncheon. Tonia Tomlin is featured in "Mission Organization" showing off her skills in an Allen area home. Her presentation to the W.I.S.E. audience will be about work-related organizing tips. Series Sponsor:  Location: Hilton Garden Inn, 705 Central Expressway South. Cost: $20 Chamber members and their guests; $25 prospective members Reservations: Required. Email reservations@allenchamber.com or call 972-727-5585.
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Business Wrap Up
Great Networking After Hours
Please join us for the Business Wrap Up on Thursday, April 21, 2005 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. at Rapier & Wilson, PC, located at 103 W. McDermott.
Remedies Wellness Spa will host the May 19, 2005 Business Wrap Up from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. at 404 N. Allen Drive.
Bring lots of business cards and come ready to network!
Cost: No Charge.
Reservations: Requested but not required.
If you would be interested in hosting a Business Wrap Up, contact Julie Hynes at 972-727-5585.
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Nothing but Networking
Tuesday, April 17, 11:30 a.m.
Networking at its finest! Please join us for our quarterly networking luncheon where you will get to know your fellow chamber members and meet prospecitve clients. Bring your business cards, flyers, giveaways, etc.
Location: Brazos Cattle Co., 401 Central Expressway South
Cost: $17 for Chamber members; $20 for prospective members.
Reservations: Required. Email reservations@allenchamber.com or call 972-727-5585.
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Breakfast with the Superintendent
Eggs & Issues
Friday, May 27, 8:00 a.m.
Dr. Jenny Preston, AISD Superintendent, will present information on the state of the Allen Indendepent School District. Please join us for this informative session to learn about the latest information on school finance and future plans for the district.
Location: Hilton Garden Inn, Allen Heritage Center (Train Depot), 705 Central Expressway South
Cost: $15 for Chamber members; $20 for prospective members.
Reservations: Required. Email reservations@allenchamber.com or call 972-727-5585.
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Business Builders Series
10 Big Ideas for Your Small Business
Thursday, May 5, 8:00 a.m.
Business Builders, a 10-part series "10 Big Ideas for Your Small Business", features a different way each month that you can improve your business with little or no implementation costs. Each session is separate, so you can attend one session or the entire series.
The May Session, entitled Employee #2 and Beyond! The New Art of Hiring Smart will feature Pieter van Meeteren, of Performance Dynamics, Consulting & Interim Mgmt Services.
The higher the turnover – the deeper the cut into your profits! Retain A level performers and see the impact of inappropriate and appropriate leadership behaviors on employee retention.
Series Sponsor: Comerica Bank - Allen
Location: Allen Heritage Center (Train Depot), 100 E. Main Street
Cost: $10 per session for Chamber members; $15 per session for prospective members. A notebook can be purchased for an additional $5.00.
Reservations: Required. Email reservations@allenchamber.com or call 972-727-5585.
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Tuesday Morning Live
EVERY TUESDAY, 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
Location: Bennigan’s, 305 N. Central Expressway
Cost: $1 for members; $3 for prospective members*
Reservations: Not required.
*Prospective members may attend a total of 3 meetings.
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Chairman's Coffee
New and Prospective Member Orientation
Friday, April 22, 8:00 a.m.
Are you a new or prospective member or would just like to know more about the benefits of Chamber membership? Then join us for a membership orientation session. You will have the opportunity to visit with the Chairman of the Board and the Chamber staff and ask questions in an informal setting.
Sponsor:
 Location: Jason's Deli, 906 W. McDermott Dr., Suite 100 Cost: None Reservations: Requested. Please call 972-727-5585 or email reservations@allenchamber.com
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Chamber Hosts Job Bank
Does your company have a job opening or do you know of someone looking for a job? Then, refer to the Chamber's new job bank. Simply go to the chamber's website at www.allenchamber.com and click on "job bank". You can submit a job opening online or browse the job listings.
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Ambassador of the Month
Gina Keown of Anything's Printable was named Ambassador of the Month for March. Gina was recognized for her participation in the Chamber's membership recruitment/retention efforts and her attendance at various Chamber events. Congratulations and keep up the good work 
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New Members
The following members recently joined the Chamber. Please print this list and add it to your membership directory. Remember to support your fellow Chamber members!
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Member Anniversaries
The Chamber would like to recognize and thank these members who have recently renewed their investment in the Chamber. With the support of our members, we can continue to offer programs and services to help your business.
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Leadership Allen Builds Community Teamwork
Leadership Allen is a nine month human development program that was designed to train and encourage Allen business people and residents to take an active role in determining the future of Allen. Founded in 1989, the objective of the program is to develop a heightened sense of community awareness, involvement and leadership. Applications are now being taken for Leadership Allen Class XVII. For more information contact the chamber, 972-727-5585 or visit www.allenchamber.com.
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Chamber Hosts Blood Drive
Tuesday, May 24, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
The Chamber will sponsor a Carter BloodCare blood drive. Appointments will be taken from 2:00 to 4:45 p.m. Won't you take a moment of your time to help someone in need? Your donation could help save a life.
Location: Allen Chamber of Commerce, 210 W. McDermott Dr.
Appointments: Call 972-727-5585 or email crodgers@allenchamber.com
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SCORE Counseling at Chamber
Appointments available each Thursday afternoon!
Need help with your existing small business or thinking of starting a new one? SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) can provide you valuable business counseling, mentoring and ideas, and it's...FREE.
Mel Biggs, a SCORE representative, will be in the Chamber office each Thursday from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. to meet with clients. To schedule an appointment, please contact the Chamber office at 972-727-5585.
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Capitol Steps
by State Rep. Ken Paxton
House members continue to debate legislation on the floor of the House. No bill can become a law until it has been through the legislative process in both the House and Senate and is signed by the Governor. This month Rep. Paxton discusses changes to Concealed Handgun Licenses, recent resolutions that have been heard in the House that put into perspective what it really means to sacrifice oneself for the benefit of others and the extremely difficult task of finding a school finance system that will provide property tax relief while allocating more money for education.
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The County Line
by County Commissioner Joe Jaynes
Even though it is south of the county line, the Dallas High Five is a project that affects almost everyone in Collin County. Construction of this project is managed by the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) which has contracted Zachry Construction Corporation to build a $261 million, 5-level, interchange at US 75 and LBJ Freeway.
This project began in January, 2002 and is scheduled to be completed in January, 2007. The good news is that the project is one year ahead of schedule and is 85 percent complete. This means that by December, 2005 the High Five will be up with all lanes and ramps open to traffic. When completed, the High Five will allow for a total of 8 lanes of travel for US 75. It will also have 10 lanes of travel with 4 HOV lanes for LBJ.
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Committee Meetings
The following committee meetings are scheduled:
April
Small Business Task Force - Monday, April 11 - 8:00 a.m. - Chamber Office
Citizens Postal Advisory Council - Thursday, April 14 - 8:00 a.m. - Chamber Office
Ambassador Club - Monday, April 18 - 8:00 a.m.- Johnny B's - 121 N. Greenville Ave.
Emergency Preparedness - Tuesday, April 26 - 11:30 a.m.
Board of Directors - Thursday, April 28 - 8:00 a.m. - Chamber Office
May
Citizens Postal Advisory Council - Thursday, May 5 - 8:00 a.m. - Chamber Office
Leadership Allen Steering Committee - Friday, May 6 - 8:30 a.m. - Chamber Office
Ambassador Club - Monday, May 9 - 8:00 a.m.- Johnny B's - 121 N. Greenville Ave.
Human Resources Committee - Tuesday, May 10
Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday, May 12 - 4:00 p.m. - Chamber Office
Board of Directors - Thursday, May 26 - 8:00 a.m. - Chamber Office
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