Chamber breakfast to focus on new media
Learn how to incorporate social networking sites in your traditional marketing plan
Do you twitter? Updated your facebook profile? Are you LinkedIn? Technology continues to advance and your customers are somewhere out there in the Web 2.0 world. The question is how do you reach those potential clients and communicate your message using new forms of networking?
Find out from the experts at the next Good Morning McKinney, Friday, March 20th. Dennis O'Hagan, a featured speaker on social networking seminars, Justine Sweeney, president of Sweeney Media Group and Jackie Bese, Partner in Atomic Design and Consulting will not only explain what social networking sites are out there, but how you can use them to drive people to your website and gain new clients.
The breakfast will be held at Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Drive and is from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. It is $15 for Chamber Members and $25 for non-Members. To make a reservation contact Sharon Montgomery at 972-542-0163 or smontgomery@mckinneytx.org. You can also make a reservation online at www.mckinneytx.org.
Sponsored by Medical Center of McKinney.
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Save The Date!
Successful and Stylish Fashion Show Luncheon
Wondering what's appropriate and not appropriate working attire? Wondering how this year's hottest fashion trends for the workplace are shaping up? Mark your calendars for the next Successful and Stylish Fashion Show luncheon that will feature the latest fashion styles aimed at helping professionals look good and feel confident in the work place. The luncheon will be Friday, March 27 at 11:30 a.m. at Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Drive.
Tickets are $25 for Chamber members and $35 for the general public. To make a reservation, go to www.mckinneytx.org and click on Upcoming Events then Chamber calendar. For additional assistance, contact Sharon Montgomery at 972.542.0163 or smontgomery@mckinneytx.org.
Sponsorship opportunites are available. Click on the link below to see the sponsorship opportunities that are currently available. For more information or to secure your sponsorship, contact Sharon Montgomery at 972.542.0163 or smontgomery@mckinneytx.org.
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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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Networking and relationship building...
People do business with those they know and trust!
Take advantage of the following networking opportunities.
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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.
Breakfasts and Luncheons
These monthly events feature speakers and presentations to inform and educate our membership about issues that impact the community and our businesses.
Ambassador Program
These Chamber members serve as individual representatives of the Chamber throughout the community, at ribbon cutting celebrations, Chamber events, new member telephone calls and customer service visits.
Publications
Use our monthly e-newsletter, McKinney Business Focus and our annual Relocation & Business Resource Guide as a tool to build relationships. You may call or write new members or use specific category listings to target potential customers.
Women's Alliance of McKinney
This organization fosters leadership by offering programs and opportunities to empower, promote and support women in business. Membership events are every other month. To join WAM, there is an additional $30 fee.
McKinney Young Professionals
As one of the developing Chamber programs, this committee meets monthly for a business after hours to network and build positive business relationships. This group focuses on supporting the young professionals in McKinney. This year, they will focus on various professional development training and events.
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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 February!
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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, March 19 from 8:15 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Chamber office, 1650 W. Virginia Street, #110. The breakfast is free. To register, go to www.mckinneytx.org. Click on Upcoming Events then Chamber calendar. For additional assistance, contact Mary Mac Brock at 972.542.0163 or info@mckinneytx.org.
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12th Annual Chamber Golf Classic
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 12th Annual Chamber Golf Classic that will be Monday, May 4 at Stonebridge Ranch Country Club, The Dye Course.
Click on the link below to see the sponsorship opportunities that are currently available. For more information or to secure your sponsorship, contact Sharon Montgomery at 972.542.0163 or smontgomery@mckinneytx.org.
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Export-Import Bank of the United States
Keynote Luncheon
The Export-Import Bank of the United States will be having a luncheon on Friday, March 13 with John Richter, Senior Vice President, Small Business of the Export-Import Bank of the United States. Mr. Richter will address the United States' global competitiveness and the role of small business exporters in the future for the U.S. economy.
The luncheon will be from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. at the Dallas Regional Chamber's Center for Civic Leadership, Plaza of the Americas, 650 North Pearl Street, Garage Tower Suite 1200, Dallas. To register, go to www.dallaschamber.org, and click on Calendar. For more information, please contact Katie Ryan at kryan@dallaschamber.org or 214.712.1930.
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We Need Your Input!
Chamber Exploring Wellness Programs and Wants Your Feedback
Healthcare is a major concern for businesses across the country and McKinney is no different. As the cost of providing healthcare to employees continues to rise the popularity of wellness programs has also increased. The Chamber is exploring ways to help companies combat healthcare costs through programs, services and information. Please take this brief survey. The feedback is vital as we develop a wellness program. Click on the link below to take the survey.
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=FXUFNKEk7Z9XO32rp74sDw_3d_3d
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Sustaining Members
The Body Shop
Sustaining Members include companies who make a $5,500 membership investment.
The Body Shop is a sustaining member, and their profile is below.
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Celebration of Business
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Ambassador News
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McKinney Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events
For more information on these and other upcoming events, please click here.
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New Members
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