Make Plans to Attend Collin County Days in Austin, February 9-10
Texas Governor Rick Perry to Provide Luncheon Keynote Address
As the Texas Legislature convenes for its 81st regular session, local business, government, education and civic organization leaders are making plans to attend the 2009 Collin County Days in Austin program, Feb. 9 through 10. Coordinated by the Collin County Chambers of Commerce, this biennial program offers community members a unique venue to learn more about critical issues impacting Collin County and gain a greater understanding of Texas government. In addition, attendees have the opportunity to network with local and state elected officials, as well as other members of the Collin County community.
Texas Governor Rick Perry will provide the keynote address for the opening luncheon session at the Austin Hilton, on Monday, Feb. 9, where community representatives from Denton and Grayson counties will also be in attendance. In addition, Collin County Days in Austin will include informational sessions on issues ranging from transportation, taxes and spending to healthcare and energy.
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North Texas Leadership Conference
Celebrate the Positives
When: Thursday, February 12, 2009
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Where: Garland ISD Special Events Center
4999 Naaman Forest Blvd
The current economic climate presents a long list of challenges to business, government and individuals. What are the best ways to face such challenges and succeed during tough times?
The Chambers of Commerce and Community Leadership Programs of Allen, Fort Worth, Frisco, Garland, Lewisville, McKinney, Plano, Rowlett and Southlake together present the 2009 North Texas Leadership Conference to help provide inspiration and information for managing through such challenges. This year's theme is "Celebrate What's Right with the World," based on the key concepts of DeWitt Jones. These concepts will be presented by nationally known speakers.
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Internet Marketing Secrets Revealed!
Women's Alliance of McKinney Lunch and Learn
Rene's Lagniappe Hair Design is sponsoring the lunch.
Make plans to attend the next Women's Alliance of McKinney Lunch and Learn on Thursday, February 12 at 11:30 a.m. where Kevin "Doc" Knott and Tonya Knott will discuss free Internet marketing tools, Websites, blogs, podcasts, search engine marketing, e-newsletter and Internet social networking.
The lunch and learn will be at the Chamber office. The lunch is complimentary for WAM members and $5 for non WAM members. To make a reservation, contact Kimberly Weeks at 972.542.0163 or kweeks@mckinneytx.org.
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Visibility, Promotion and Referrals...
Build recognition for your business!
Take advantage of the member benefits below to build recognition for your business!
As a Chamber member, you receive the following benefits:
-Brochure Display in Chamber Lobby: Brochure racks are located in the lobby of the Chamber and are for dissemination of members' promotional flyers, brochures and collateral materials. Tri-fold brochures are preferred.
-Business referral services for members: Each month, the Chamber of Commerce receives 1,000 phone calls and 300 visitors requesting information about area businesses. As a member-funded organization, our policy is to give out information only for businesses that are Chamber members.
-Chamber member logo for use in ads: Enhance the professional image of your ad by utilizing "Chamber member" logo in print/website advertising.
-Link to your company's Website from the Chamber's online business directory: A direct link from the Chamber's site with 73,000 hits per month from prospective clients/residents (January 2008 hits).
-LINKS networking meeting: This program is a weekly networking meeting designed to facilitate Chamber members in making new meaningful business contacts and offers a way for members to promote their business.
-Ribbon Cutting ceremony: A ribbon cutting celebration includes the presentation of your Chamber member plaque and business card wallet. A photo and write-up of your business will appear in the McKinney Courier Gazette and McKinney Business Focus, the Chamber's monthly e-newsletter.
For more information on the member benefits listed above, contact Kimberly Weeks at 972.542.0163 or kweeks@mckinneytx.org.
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You Must be Present to Win!
Nissan of McKinney Sponsors Chamber Contest
Thanks to Nissan of McKinney for sponsoring the 2009 You Must be Present to Win Contest! Here's how it works:
One business card will be drawn at each and every Chamber function. The name of each winner will be collected all year long. At the Chamber's Annual Business Meeting in January of 2010, all the names collected throughout the year will be placed in a drawing. If your name is drawn AND YOU ARE PRESENT at the Annual Business Meeting, you will win a vacation valued at $2,500, compliments of Nissan of McKinney.
Click on the link below to see who has won in January!
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Want Greater Exposure for Your Business?
Sponsor a Chamber Event in 2009
If you're looking to increase your company's visibility and showcase your products and services then sponsor a Chamber event in 2009. The Chamber recently announced the 2009 event schedule. Contact Sharon Montgomery, Events Director, to secure a sponsorship at 972.542.0163 or smontgomery@mckinneytx.org. Click on the link below to access the 2009 calendar of events.
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Don’t Just Survive – Thrive in 2009!
Author of “Survive or Thrive” to speak at Chamber Breakfast
Sponsored by Frost Insurance.
It seems like every time you turn on the news or pick up a newspaper or magazine, the economy is top of mind. With the economic slowdown it is imperative that businesses become more resourceful and innovative to not only survive, but to thrive!
Stepp Sydnor, author of the book, “Survive or Thrive: Creating the Life you Want out the Life you Have, will speak at the next McKinney Chamber of Commerce Good Morning McKinney Breakfast, February 20 at Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Drive. The breakfast begins at 7:30 a.m.
The program and breakfast is $15 for Chamber members and $25 for the general public. RSVP to Sharon Montgomery at 972.542.0163 or smontgomery@mckinneytx.org.
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Benefits & Breakfast
Learn How to Effectively Use Your Chamber Membership
Want to get the most out of your Chamber membership? Learn more about the programs, services and products available at the Chamber. The next Benefits and Breakfast is set for Thursday, February 19 from 8:15 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Chamber office, 1650 W. Virginia Street, #110. The breakfast is free. Please RSVP to Mary Mac Brock at 972.542.0163 or info@mckinneytx.org.
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Ever take a good picture?
You still have time to enter the 8th Annual McKinney Living photography contest. It is open to professional or amateur photographers. You do not have to live in McKinney and there are two divisions under 18 and over 18. The winning pictures will be revealed in the April issue of McKinney Living. For more information e-mail Andy Hardin at ahardin@mckinneytx.org.
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Are you a barbeque fanatic?
- Do you barbeque 365 days a year?
- Have you won a barbeque contest?
- Does everyone tell you your barbeque is the best?
In the April issue of McKinney Living we will feature cooks who are crazy about barbeque. If you are the poster child for barbeque or just have some great recipes, contact Andy Hardin at ahardin@mckinneytx.org by February 10th.
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Congratulations!
Congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Buchanan for being named Citizen of the Year, Jim Wilson Architects for being named Small Business of the Year and Independent Bank for being named Business of the Year. They were recently honored at the McKinney Chamber's 2009 Annual Community Awards Celebration on January 30.
In addition, the Chamber would like to sincerely thank the following sponsors. Without their generosity, this event would not have been as successful as it was.
-Valliance Bank
-Tenant Tracker
-Tate Financial Group
-Encore Wire, Ltd.
-Ebby Halliday, REALTORS
-The Body Shop
-Bob Tomes Ford Lincoln Mercury
-American National Bank of Texas
-IESI
-Ross, Kerby & Associates
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Managing Your E-mail
Stay on Top of Your Inbox
Ricardo Harvin
E-mail Questions for Tech Tools to techtools@uschamber.com.
Failure to manage your e-mail inbox properly can mean missing important information and falling behind on the things you need to do. Here are a few simple steps you can follow to stay on top of what can easily become an overwhelming task:
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Sustaining Members
Keller Williams Realty, McKinney
Sustaining Members include companies who make a $5,500 membership investment.
Keller Williams Realty, McKinney is a sustaining member, and their profile is below.
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New Members
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