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Chamber's Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner
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The Arlington Chamber celebrates the end of the fiscal year and the beginning of the new year at the Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner. The September 30 event at the Convention Center will feature a "sports impact on Arlington economy" panel discussion with Mark Followill (voice of the Mavericks), and Thomas Bain (AT&T Cotton Bowl Board). The following will be recognized:
2014 STAR Award Recipient
The Honorable Toby Goodman
Business Hall of Fame Inductions
Al Clark
Charlie Merrill
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8th Annual "State of the City"
Address is NEXT THURSDAY
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The Chamber is pleased to announce the 8th Annual State of the City Address on Thursday, October 9 from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Please join us as Mayor Robert Cluck, M.D. updates us on new developments and opportunities in our community. This annual event brings together the who's who of the Arlington business community. Please sponsor or register here.
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Platinum Sponsors
Texas Health Resources
Texas Rangers
University of Texas at Arlington
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Job Fair THIS WEDNESDAY, October 1
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Workforce Solutions of Tarrant County, in partnership with the City of Arlington Office of Economic Development, are hosting a job fair on Wednesday, October 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Further information for employers and those seeking employment may be viewed by clicking here.
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Young Professionals to Hold General Meeting THIS THURSDAY, October 2
| The Arlington Chamber Young Professionals (ACYP) are holding a complimentary morning "coffee" at the Arlington Chamber THIS THURSDAY, October 2 from 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. This is an opportunity to sign up to be part of this growing segment of the Chamber, preview upcoming activities and learn about various committees. Committee chairs will be present to answer questions. Please click here to register. |
Women's Alliance to Hold Third Annual Speed Networking Event on October 7.
| The Women's Alliance is holding its Third Annual Speed Networking event on Tuesday, October 7. The fast-paced event will be held at the International Bowling campus from 8:30 - 10:00 am. Attendees will exchange business information in a pre-set period of time. All participants are guaranteed to broaden their connections and increase business exposure. It's a fun, exciting and effective way to make initial business contacts and gain referrals. To sponsor or to register to attend, please click here. |
4th Annual Women Alliance Inspired Women Luncheon - October 24
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The Women's Alliance of the Arlington Chamber is proud to announce the 4th Annual Inspired Women Luncheon. The October 24 event will feature the following:
- Samantha Davies (NBC 5 Today Meteorologist, Traffic) as emcee
- Panel discussion with Lisa Copeland (author and entrepreneur) and Melinda Garvey (publisher and philanthropist)
- Recognition of Dr. Judith J. Carrier Scholarship recipients
- 2014 Hero & Rising Star Awards
- Silent auction, cork pull and more!
Click here to sponsor or register.
Presenting Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Bag Sponsor
The Arlington Highlands
Speaker Sponsor
Texas Health Arlington Memorial
Centerpiece Sponsor
Sugar Bee Sweets Bakery
Silver Sponsors
Affiliated Bank
Frost Bank
Kleiman Evangelista Eye Center
PSK, LLP
Southwest Bank
Sutton Frost Cary LLP
Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC
Design Sponsor Printing Sponsor
Art by Ellie Digital Corporate Companies
Magazine Sponsor Photography Sponsor
Arlington Today Alexander Portrait Designers
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Governor's Small Business Forum in Arlington on October 29
| The Governor's Small Business Forum (GSBF) will be held in Arlington at the Convention Center on Wednesday October 29, 2014. GSBF, sponsored by the Texas Governor's Office, the Texas Workforce Commission, the Arlington Chamber and local partners, are designed to give entrepreneurs and small businesses valuable tools, skills, and knowledge needed to thrive in today's fast-paced economy. Featuring a wide range of instructive seminars and expert speakers offering vital information on both public and private resources, the forum provides a great opportunity to network and connect with industry specialists, government officials, service providers, and other regional businesses. Click here to sponsor or register. |
Chamber Board of Directors Vote to Support City's Bond Proposal
| The Arlington Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors last Wednesday unanimously approved a resolution supporting the City of Arlington's $236 million bond proposal, on the ballot November 4, 2014. The resolution can be viewed by clicking here. To view a complete list of projects in the bond proposal, please click here. |
District Export Council
International Executive Forum October 21
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The Arlington Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the North Texas District Export Council to provide members discounted registration fees for the International Executive Forum on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 from 7:30 - 11:00 a.m. The Forum will be three part program including a Panel on "Middle East/Ukraine & Russian Conflict" - "Impact/Opportunities for Texas Businesses", a Speaker on "Recent Amendments to Mexican Customs Legislation and NAFTA Rules" and a third part, "Interface with the Experts - one-on-one discussions with Panelists/Speakers/North Texas District Export Council Members & Members of the U.S. Commercial Service, International Trade Administration and the U.S. Department of Commerce. To register, please click here.
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Texas Arlington Christkindl Market to Run from November 28 through December 21 |
The 2014 Texas Christkindl Market runs from November 28 - December 21. The partnership event between the Arlington Chamber Foundation, the City of Arlington, the Convention and Visitors Bureau, Six Flags Over Texas and the Texas Rangers, will once again offer FREE admission and FREE parking. The Texas German holiday market features authentic German cuisine, beverages, entertainment, children's lantern parades, Bavarian petting zoo, marionette theatre, arts, crafts and holiday gifts. To sponsor or learn more about the Market, please click here.
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Welcome August New Members
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Sincerely,
Henry Lewczyk Arlington Chamber of Commerce |
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