June 15, 2016                                                                
A chat with the Mayor

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Mayor's Roundtable is a
new quarterly series from the Chamber and your chance to talk with various elected officials in a relaxed, small-group setting. Our guest this quarter is Hurst Mayor Richard Ward. The Mayor will make a few remarks and then open the floor to your questions and comments. In coming weeks, we'll host the mayor of Euless as well as our Tarrant County Commissioner. Join us!
 
TOMORROW,Thursday, June 16, 9 to 10 a.m.
Chamber office, 2901 Martin Drive, Bedford
                                           
Series sponsored by:

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Business After Hours

For our next BAH, we'll raise the bar -- by stepping up to it. Join us tonight, June 15, at Bar Louie, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., North East Mall, 1101 Melbourne Road, Hurst. $5 members, $10 future members. Register
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Lines for Leaders
  • You probably weren't thinking about taking your small business global one day -- but you probably should. Learn why from FreeEnterprise.com.  
  • For small businesses, it's critical to ensure customers have a positive experience. The Dallas Business Journal identifies three simple steps you can do to make improvements.
     
  • Inc. magazine recommends asking every job candidate these two questions -- the second of which you've probably never considered before. 
     
  • Did you know that LinkedIn has great potential as a marketing tool? The Dallas Business Journal explains how you can easily use it to sell your business -- and yourself.
     
  • From our last issue: The U.S. Chamber regularly posts brief, timely podcasts exploring critical issues that will directly impact your business. See the most current offerings.  
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In a manner of speaking
 

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The July luncheon is special for two reasons: First, it will be a combined luncheon with the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce. Second, our speaker will be
Julie Wakefield, owner of JW EtiquetteA recognized expert on business protocol and etiquette, Julie helps business executives identify and avoid potential image pitfalls and networking mishaps. She also helps athletes at major universities improve their public demeanor and prepare for interviews. Don't miss this informative and useful presentation!

Thursday, July 14, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hurst Conference Center, 1601 Campus Drive, Hurst
Buffet opens at 11:30, program at noon.
$25, no-shows will be billed. Register.
 
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Strength in numbers -- and in luncheons
 
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WILD
is "Women Inspiring Leadership Development," our new group just for women. This month, Ann Anderson, chair of the Frisco Chamber's of Commerce Women Enhancing Business group, will be speaking on "Benefits of a Chamber's Women's Group." The Spotlight Speaker will be Susan Shaw of Shaw Insurance. Join this exciting opportunity for women!
 
Thursday, June 23, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Holiday Inn Bedford DFW West, 3005 Airport Freeway
$15, advance registration required, contact the Chamber to learn more.
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Coming Chamber Events

Ribbon cutting: Camp Bedford Pet Resort
Thursday, June 16, 11:30 a.m., 1953 Bedford Road, Bedford, 76021

Ribbon cutting: Total Care
Thursday, June 16, 6 p.m., 400 Mid Cities Boulevard, Hurst
Thursday, June 23, 11:30 a.m., 6148 Precinct Line Road, Hurst

WILD Luncheon -- Speaker: Ann Anderson, Women Enhancing Business
Thursday, June 23, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holiday Inn Bedford DFW West, 3005 Airport Freeway, Bedford. Lunch: $15. Advance registration required.
 
Governmental Affairs Committee meeting 
Friday June 24, 10 a.m., Chamber office, Bedford
 
Ribbon cutting: Parker Law Firm
Tuesday, June 28, 11:30 a.m., 2317 Plaza Parkway, Bedford
 
Thursday, June 30, 11:30 a.m., Chamber office, Bedford
 
Ambassadors Meeting: Witten's Grill & Sports Pub 
Thursday, July 7, 11:30 a.m., 1121  W. Pipeline Road, Hurst
 
Ribbon cutting: Hughes Road Montessori
Tuesday, July 12, 11:30 a.m., 1650 Hughes Road, Grapevine

July Monthly Membership Luncheon -- Speaker: Julie Wakefield, JW Etiquette
Thursday, July 14, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hurst Conference Center, 1601 Campus Drive, Hurst
Buffet opens at 11:30, program at noon. $25, no-shows will be billed. Register.
          
 
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And in the community ...
 
Leadership HEB applications are now being accepted. Contact the Chamber to learn more, 817-283-1521.
 
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is now accepting applications. Contact Linda Dibley at the Chamber to learn more, 817-283-1521. 
 
The HEB ISD Hall of Fame is accepting nominations through June 24.
 
Euless' Movies in the Park series begins with a showing of the family film Max, Saturday, June 18,  8:45 p.m., at the Leon Hogg Amphitheater.

6 Stones Mission Network is sponsoring a Family Fun Event, Saturday, June 18, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 209 N. Industrial Blvd., Bedford. Farmers markets, food trucks and more.

The Midtown Express Business Owner Task Force meeting will be Wednesday, June 22, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., at the SouthGate Field Office, 2220 Chemsearch Blvd., Suite 100, Irving.
 
United Way's Day of Action is Thursday, June 23, and includes a variety of activities throughout the area, including one in Hurst.

Get full details on the Independence Day celebrations planned for Hurst and Bedford.

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Parting Thought
 
"The very essence of leadership is [that] you have a vision. It's got to be a vision you
articulate clearly and forcefully on every occasion. You can't blow an uncertain trumpet."

-- The Rev. Theodore Hesburgh, former president, Notre Dame University

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