Positive Planning in a Down Economy
Keynote Speaker to Discuss Current Condition of our State at Quarterly Membership Lunch
How can Texas rise in a down economy? What is the economic outlook for the McKinney and the State of Texas?
Carlton Schwab, president/CEO of the Texas Economic Development Council, will talk about these topics and more at the Chamber’s Quarterly Membership Lunch May 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Drive. The lunch is sponsored by Medical Center of McKinney.
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Make Your Reservations Now!
May Women's Alliance Breakfast Meeting Featuring Dottie Gandy, "Up to Something"
Make your reservations now for the next Women's Alliance of McKinney breakfast meeting featuring Dottie Gandy, "Up to Something." Given the times in which we live, and the changes impacting every aspect of our lives, economically, spiritually, morally and relationally, we have the opportunity to determine future choices by design rather than default. Now more than ever, we can be intentional about what we're up to. We are extending an open and standing invitation to you to elevate your response to "what's up?" from not much to an opportunity to share with others a convincing and exciting answer.
The breakfast will be Friday, May 8 at 7:30 a.m. at Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Drive. Tickets are $15 for Chamber members and $25 for the general public. To make a reservation online go to www.mckinneychamber.com. Click Upcoming Events then Chamber Calendar. Credit card payments are taken online. For additional assistance, contact Sharon Montgomery at 972.542.0163 or smontgomery@mckinneychamber.com. Cancellations must be made in advance or will otherwise be invoiced.
Sponsored by Independent Bank.
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Visibility, Promotion & Referrals...
Chamber Publications
The McKinney Chamber of Commerce offers its members many opportunities to promote themselves through various publication and advertising opportunities. For more information about Publications, contact Andy Hardin, Vice President of Publications at 972.542.0165 or ahardin@mckinneychamber.com.
-McKinney Living: Our community magazine is printed ten times per year and has a total circulation of over 60,000. It exposes your company to over 150,000 readers and business owners in McKinney, Allen, Anna, Celina, Fairview, Melissa and Prosper. Discounted ad rates are offered to Chamber members.
-Annual Referral and Relocation Guide: Members receive a complimentary listing by business category. Over 50,000 of these glossy publications are printed then mailed to every residence and business in McKinney. They are also distributed to prospective new residents who request relocation information from the Chamber and included in the new resident welcome bags. Discounted ad rates are available for members.
-McKinney Area Maps: This annual publication is printed every July and has the same distribution as the annual referral and relocation guide. In addition, these are distributed to hotels, attractions and visitors throughout the year.
-Website Banner Ads: The Chamber of Commerce’s website is the first place that thousands of people use to find referrals for almost every type of business or service. Placing a banner ad with a link to your company’s website is both inexpensive and effective.
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Caution: Better Roads Ahead!
If the current construction is having an impact on your business, please join other businesses at the Chamber on Friday, May 22, 2009 from 8:00-9:00 a.m. for a brainstorming session. We’ll be looking at ways to keep traffic moving…into your parking lots!
For regular updates on construction projects in McKinney and how they could impact traffic, visit www.mckinneytexas.org.
Please RSVP to Susan Collins at 972.542.0163 or scollins@mckinneychamber.com.
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McKinney Chamber Hands Off BREP Program to MEDC
Program to Expand Under MEDC
The McKinney Chamber of Commerce has incubated another successful program that will now be under the umbrella of the McKinney Economic Development Corporation where it will continue to thrive.
The award-winning Business Retention and Expansion Program will now be housed at the McKinney EDC where that program will take on new initiatives while maintaining the original core functions that has added value to the McKinney business community. BREP, a 6-year-old program, was a partnership between the McKinney EDC and the McKinney Chamber that focused on supporting existing businesses in McKinney by building relationships and providing resources. The goal is to retain businesses and aid in their expansion which in turn creates jobs and a large commercial tax base for the City.
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Board Hires Search Firm
Waverly Partners to Begin Search for New Chamber President
The McKinney Chamber of Commerce is on a hunt – a hunt for the next Chamber President.
The Chamber’s Board of Directors began the process in January with a 16 member search committee representing a wide cross section of the Chamber Membership and the business community. Since then the Executive Committee have hired a national search firm, Waverly Partners, to begin compiling information about the Chamber, the community and what attributes are needed to lead the organization forward.
“We want the process to be thorough,” said Board Chairman Keith Clifton. “It is important that we find the right and best person. Every Chamber and every community is unique which means we need to find the best fit for our organization. I have every confidence that this search firm will do a comprehensive job of understanding our needs and locating exceptional candidates.”
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Save Money with Electricity Purchasing Solutions
In these difficult economic times, your Chamber continues to provide tools which will help your business succeed.
If you have not already done so, now is the time to check into your Chamber Electric Coalition. Now, more than ever, it is important to watch your bottom line. If you haven't shopped the competitive electricity market, you are paying too much! There is no cost, or obligation, to get a savings comparison to your current electricity rate.
For more information, contact our electricity broker, Jason O'Krent at 888.822.9090 x104 or okrent@foxsmolen.com.
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VOTE!
McKinney City Council and Mayoral Election May 9th
Make your voice heard! Vote in the May 9th city elections. Early voting continues through May 5th. For a list of early voting locations, dates and times as well as election day locations and times, click on the following link: http://www.mckinneytexas.org/frameset.asp?aid=144&id=2468&did=1119
To view the Candidates' completed questionnaire regarding issues affecting the McKinney Business Community please click on the following link: http://www.mckinneychamber.com/cwt/external/wcpages/advocacy/
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Young Professionals Leadership Lunch Series
Learn How to be a 21st Leader at YP Lunch May 14
What does it take to lead in the 21st Century? What type of skills are necessary to push your organization forward in the coming years? How can you position yourself to be a leader?
Learn more at the next McKinney YP Leadership Lunch, May 14, 2009, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at McKinney Chamber of Commerce, 1650 W. Virginia Street, #110. Carolyn Corbin, president of the Center for the 21st Century, will be the speaker.
The lunch is $10 for McKinney YP Members and $20 for non-members. To make a reservation contact Sharon Montgomery at 972-542-0163 or smontgomery@mckinneychamber.com. For more information about McKinney Young Professionals contact Lisa Ferrell at 972-542-0163 or lferrell@mckinneychamber.com.
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Buy Local!
Think McKinney First When Making Local Purchasing Decisions
Keep your neighbors working!
The McKinney Chamber of Commerce is kicking off a community-wide "Buy Local" Campaigned aimed at increasing consumer awareness of the benefits of making local purchases.
Why Shop Local?
- It keeps sales tax dollars in our city which in turn fund essential services like police and fire.
- It creates more jobs
- Less fuel consumption and less traffic which leads to cleaner air
- Ensures good and services you want will remain here
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Young Professionals Golf Outing
Golf, Networking and Have Fun at YP Golf Event at Stonebridge Ranch
Calling all Young Professionals ~ Want to golf, network and have a fun day at Stonebridge Ranch Country Club? Then join us for a golf outing on their Hills course Sunday, May 31st at 1 p.m. The event is free for Young Professional Members or $35 for non-members and includes golf as well as mix and mingling at the Country Club after play. If you are not a golfer, please join us for the Mixer at 3:30 p.m. Enjoy complimentary food, beer, and wine while meeting with other young professionals in McKinney and learn more about the recently announced Young Executive Golf Membership at Stonebridge Ranch for those under age 40. Sign up today as space is limited to the first 45 players!
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McKinney Living
For eight years McKinney Living has asked its readers to show us their best photos. This year they stepped up their games as we had over two hundred entries in two different divisions. We congratulate each person that entered and invite you to view the "best of the best" at the contest sponsor; First United Bank located at 1700 Redbud Blvd.
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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, May 21 from 8:15 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Chamber office, 1650 W. Virginia Street, #110. The breakfast is free. To register, contact Mary Mac Brock at 972.542.0163 or info@mckinneychamber.com.
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Sustaining Members
Craig International
Sustaining Members include companies who make a $5,500 membership investment.
Craig International is a sustaining member, and their profile is below.
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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 April!
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Celebration of Business
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Ambassador News
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New Members
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McKinney Chamber of Commerce
Calendar of Events
For more information on upcoming events, click here.
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