Arlington Chamber of Commerce Weekly Newsletter

Business Over Breakfast is a fast-paced networking event. Build relationships, present information on your business or service and exchange business cards with prospective clients and customers. Come prepared with your thirty-second "elevator pitch." Remember - every attendee may be a future customer!

This month's Business Over Breakfast is TOMORROW, December 9 at 8:00 a.m. Please click here to register for the BOB sponsored by Arlington Fit Body Boot Camp.

Women's Alliance Tiara Tuesday - TOMORROW at the Texas Christkindl Market

"Tiara Tuesday" provides a terrific opportunity for women and their friends to network and learn about the Arlington business community and the Women's Alliance. Wear a tiara - you just might win a prize!

Please register here for TOMORROW'S Women's Alliance "Tiara Tuesday" (December 9 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.). The event will be held in the Warming Haus in the center of the Texas Christkindl Market. "Tiara Tuesday" will offer unique holiday door prizes. REGISTER HERE.

Second Weekend of Record Crowds

Enjoy the Texas Christkindl Market

The 2014 Texas Christkindl Market had its second record weekend. On Saturday, our guests were treated to a "flash mob" holiday routine from the students of Arlington High School. To view the video, please click here. The German market features authentic German cuisine, beverages, entertainment, "North Pole Texas" marionette theatre, arts, crafts and holiday gifts. To learn more about the Market, please click here. The Market is open daily through Sunday, December 21 - parking and admission are free.

Department of Commerce Europe Regionalization Roadshow at Chamber

THIS THURSDAY

THIS THURSDAY, December 11, from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Arlington Chamber, the U.S. Commercial Service will host a European Road Show featuring commercial representatives based in various countries and covering a wide range of industries in the European Union. They will give brief overviews of opportunities and industries in the region. Registration is limited to the first 50 individuals. Please click here to download registration information.

ACYP to Hold Scavenger Hunt at the

Texas Christkindl Market on December 18

The Arlington Chamber Young Professionals will conduct an outrageously fun scavenger hunt at the 2014 Texas Christkindl Market. The "Hunt" is scheduled for Thursday, December 18 beginning at 5:30 p.m. All ACYP members and prospects will team up to compete for Market prizes while partaking in the food & beverages available at the Market. Please click here to let us know if you can bring your mind and sense of adventure to search for treasure amidst hidden clues.

Future Networking Events

New Member Orientation - Friday, December 19 @ 11:30 a.m.

New Member Chamber Orientation is December 19

Not sure if a Chamber membership is worth the investment? Want to learn how to get the most out of your new Chamber membership? Then attend a Chamber Orientation Luncheon and begin to maximize your membership investment. This session provides guidance in understanding the products, services and networking opportunities available through your Chamber.

Chamber Orientation is NEXT FRIDAY, December 19 at 11:30 a.m. at the Arlington Chamber of Commerce. This "new or prospective member" lunch is complimentary, but we ask you to register here so that we may plan for catering.

Small Business of the Year Nominations

Now Open

The Arlington Chamber of Commerce recognizes small businesses in the community (a for-profit, a non-profit and a Veteran-owned) for their business achievements, innovation, response to adversity and contributions to aid community-oriented projects.

To nominate a business, please download the form here. Nomination forms must be submitted by February 27, 2015.

$15,000 in Scholarship Money Available to

Arlington ISD Students

As part of the Champion Education Initiative, the Arlington Chamber Foundation is offering six $2,500 scholarships to 2014-2015 graduating Arlington ISD students who plan to attend either the University of Texas at Arlington or Tarrant County College. One $2,500 scholarship per high school is available. To download the application, please click here.

Arlington to Austin Coalition in January, 2015

"Arlington to Austin" is a Chamber led coalition of business, educational and government leaders, conducted biannually at the onset of the Texas State Legislative Session. Our primary purpose is to strengthen our relationships with state agencies and elected appointed officials. Click here to read more or register for the January 27-29 trip.

Welcome November New Members

CORPORATE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL INVESTORS

Caliber Home Loans

GENERAL MEMBERS

Accretive Solutions

American National Wayne Ogle General Agency

Arlington Elks Lodge

Bold Financial Partners, LLC

Hilton's Flooring

The Pillars

South Arlington Dental Care

2M Research Services, LLC