Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce
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October 20, 2014

Austin Is Keeping The Chamber Busy!  

Jim Rich attended the board of directors meeting for the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives, then presented to their volunteer leadership conference on the subject of government affairs. There were 120 chamber executives and board members in attendance.

Taste of the Chamber  111th Annual Meeting Tomorrow! 

Have you purchased Taste of the Chamber Annual Meeting tickets?There's still time! Tuesday, October 21, 2014 we will honor Ritter Lumber Company with the Spindletop Award.We are pleased to welcome special guest, Speaker of the House, Joe Straus. With everything from cultural culinary stations, to live entertainment by  Blue Broussard, a cash bar and live cigar roller, this Annual Meeting is going to be one to remember. Honoring the Past and Embracing the Future - Don't Miss Out!  

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40 Under 40 Reveal Coming Soon 

"Give it Up for Chuck" Event Was A Huge Success!
There was a tremendous outpouring of support for the Kalkbrenner family at Saturday night's "Give It Up for Chuck" event at the former Triangle Motor Sports. The live and silent auctions and raffle raised over $95, 000. Tickets sales have yet to be totaled but hundreds were in attendance. The committee made up of many of the organizations and friendships touched by Chuck pulled off a great evening and eased the financial burdens facing the family. On behalf of the Kalkbrenner family, a sincere thank you for the outstanding support.   
Voting Day Will Be Here Soon, We Support Prop. 1
We must continue to find new revenue sources for infrastructure investments. We encourage voters to approve on the November 4th ballot. If you are wondering why you should vote for State Proposition 1, read the news release attached for more information.
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Judge Jeff Branick Addresses the Ebola Situation  

Own behalf of Judge Branick, we are sending out a letter previously sent to the media from Judge Branick, Mayor Prince, Commissioner Sinegal and Rep. Joe Deshotel. There is a lot of misinformation and unknowns out there about the current Ebola situation.   

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Merrill Lynch Centennial Celebration

.Recognizing 100 years of serving our clients and their communities is an auspicious occasion and notably significant for the Greater Beaumont Area as our firm has been in continuous operation here for 87 years!

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Lamar SBDC Recently Launches Newsletter 

Golden Triangle Days in Austin - SAVE THE DATE
It is more important than ever to have a strong presence in Austin for Golden Triangle Days planned for March 1-3, 2015. We are looking forward to highlighting the needs of our region and to focus on the key issues for the future. Visit the GTDA website at www.gtdatx.com
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Mission Statement:  The Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce serves its members and community as a catalyst to have a positive impact on the economic well being of Beaumont and the surrounding region.

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In This Issue
Busy in Austin
Annual Meeting
40 Under 40 Reveal
"Give It Up for Chuck"
Vote Prop. 1
Judge Addresses Ebola
Merill Lynch Celebration
Lamar SBDC
GTDA - Save the Date
November Legislative Lunch
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