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; Curves - Business Wrap Up Sponsor; and Community Credit Union - WISE Luncheon Sponsor.
Visit the Chamber's website www.allenchamber.com to view the latest member buy member participating membership listing.
Executive Committee
Patti McKee
Chair of the Board
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 Bodisch
Ex-Officio
Allen Economic Development Corporation
Chuck Hoey
Rapier, Wilson & Wendland, P.C.
Dr. Toni Jenkins
Ex-Officio
Collin County Community College
Lisa Johnson
State Farm Insurance
Sonia Malone
Allen Premium Outlets
Griff Moore
Atrium Financial
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
Patricia Watson, CPA
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
Emerson Partners
Experian
HIT Entetainment
Presbyterian Hospital of Allen
RCL Enterprises
Sunbelt Telecommunications, Inc.
Twin Creeks Master Planned Community
Gold Investors
The Belmont Restaurant
Carter & Burgess
Harvey & Tully, P.C.
Regions Bank
Remedies Wellness Spa
Sage Telecom, Inc.
Sanmina SCI
Strasburger & Price, LLP
TXU Electric Delivery
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Eggs & Issues
Law & Order in Collin County
Please join us this Friday morning, November 10th for an informative session on Crime in Collin County, featuring District Attorney John Roach and Allen Police Chief Bill Rushing. The Eggs & Issues breakfast meetings are presented by the Governmental Affairs Committee of the Allen Chamber of Commerce.
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Business Wrap-Up
November 17, 2005
November's Business Wrap-Up, the Chamber's monthly business after hours event, will be held on Thursday, November 17th from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. at Timberwolf Productions, located at 202 N. Allen Drive, Suite A. The event is co-sponsored by Michelle Miller of The Cancer Monument, Timberwolf Productions, and Wendy White of Arbonne International. We hope you will take advantage of this "strictly social" networking opportunity. Bring plenty of business cards for exchanging and to enter the drawing for door prizes. Reservations are not required and there is no charge to attend.
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Nothing But Networking
Interested in meeting prospective clients and making new friends? Then plan on attending the quarterly Nothing But Networking luncheon on November 14. This luncheon is strictly networking - providing those attending an opportunity to talk about their business, products and services. The luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. and conclude by 1:00 p.m. Come with plenty of business cards and other information about your business. Cost: $17 Chamber Members; $20 Non & Prospective Members. Location: Elkhorn Bar & Grill at Twin Creeks Golf Club, 501 Twin Creeks Drive Sponsored by:  Reservations: Required (reservations@allenchamber.com.) or call 972-727-5585
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Save the Date and Celebrate
Chamber & ACO Join Forces
Celebrate Allen, the Chamber's Annual Awards Banquet & Auction is a highlight of our annual program and provides us the opportunity to recognize those who have contributed so much to our community and our chamber. This year's event will be even more special as we partner with the Allen Community Outreach in an effort to assist them in recouping lost revenue when their annual Fall Gala was cancelled due to their involvement in the Hurricane Relief efforts. Celebrate Allen will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2006 at the Renaissance Hotel in Richardson.
Sponsorship and ticket information will be available in the upcoming weeks. Please mark your calendars now. You won’t want to miss it!
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Business Builders
Final Session of 10-Part Series
Thursday, December 1, 8:00 a.m.
Join us for the last session in the 10-part series that focuses on a different idea each month you can implement into your business with little or no cost involved.
Topic: Creating Business Alliances - With the right alliance partners you can expand your business, offer more services - even share marketing costs. But how do you select the right alliance partners? And what does it take to make an alliance really work?
Location: Allen Heritage Center (Train Depot), 100 E. Main Street
Cost: $10 (Members); $15 (Prospective Members)
Reservations: Requested (email reservations@allenchamber.com or call 972-727-5585)
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Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
Tuesday, December 13, 11:30 a.m.
Join us as we recognize those volunteers who have served on our committees and board of directors. Holiday music and entertainment will be provided by the Sixth Grade Choir of Norton Elementary.
Location: Hilton Garden Inn - 705 Central Expressway South
Cost: $20 per person (Members); $25 per person (Prospective Members)
Reservations: Required (email reservations@allenchamber.com or call 972-727-5585)
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Holiday Open House
You are invited to attend the Chamber's annual Holiday Open House on Thursday, December 15, 2005 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Chamber office, located at 210 W. McDermott. Please stop by to share some holiday cheer with the Chamber staff and fellow 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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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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Texas Hold 'Em or Go Fish!
Only a Few Cards are Remaining
We think we've found a really unique way to help our Chamber members promote their business through sponsorship of one or more cards in 3,000 decks featuring Allen amenities, landmarks, city facilities, recreational areas and families. The cards will end up in the hands of new residents, new teachers and visitors to our community through the Chamber's distribution efforts. Interested in learning more about this great opportunity? Sponsor and registration information is available on the Chamber's website at www.allenchamber.com. Questions or need additional information? Contact chamber staff at 972-727-5585 or go directly to the source - Tim Alder, RM Communications Group, 817-488-1669. Click here to see a sample card and registration form. http://www.allenchamber.com/pdffiles/AceDRegistrationform.pdf
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The County Line
by County Commissioner Joe Jaynes
In the 2003 county bond election, voters approved $11 million in bonds so Collin County could again partner with local cities and nonprofit organizations in the acquisition and development of more parks and open spaces. Last year, the Commissioners Court awarded over $1.7 million, which will assist in the creation/addition of over $17 million worth of parks projects countywide. Last month, the Commissioners Court awarded more than $2.1 million for the second round of open space grants from the 2003 bond. Next year, Collin County will sell another $2 million in bonds and will continue the grant process. Once the dates are available, the information will be posted on the county website at www.collincountytx.gov. I strongly encourage cities and nonprofit organizations to take advantage of this program. Whether it's parks, roads or health care, we can accomplish more through partnerships.
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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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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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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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Committee Meetings
The following committee meetings are scheduled:
November
Strategic Planning - Thursday, November 10 - 3:30 p.m.
Board of Directors Meeting - Thursday, November 17 - 8:00 a.m.
Ambassador Club - Monday, November 21 - 8:00 a.m. - Elke's Market Cafe
Chamber Office Closed November 24 - 27, 2005
December
No committee meetings scheduled.
Chamber Office Closed December 23 - 26, 2005
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