February 16, 2015
Chamber Weekly
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2015 Major Events

March 5

State of the County Luncheon

 

April 11

AISD Entrepreneurship Day

 

April 24

11th Annual Golf Tournament

 

May 14

Small Business Awards Luncheon

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Events This Week 

Ribbon Cutting, The Pak & Ship Office, Thursday, February 19 @ 4:00 p.m. 

 

New Member Orientation, Friday, February, 20 @ 11:30 a.m.  

Chamber New Member Orientation is THIS FRIDAY 
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 THIS FRIDAY, February 20 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.

State of the County Luncheon Address is March 5
Come hear Judge B. Glen Whitley speak about the highlights of the past year and the forecast for 2015, while having an opportunity to showcase to city/county businesses, civic and city leaders.

 

The 2015 State of the County Luncheon Address will be Thursday, March 5 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Sheraton Arlington. Click here to sponsor or register.

 

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BRONZE SPONSORS

      Frost Bank

      JPS Diagnostic and Surgery Hospital of Arlington

      LBL Architects

      Southwest Bank

      Tarrant County Commissioner, Pct. 2

      Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County 

11th Annual Golf Tournament is
April 24
Be part of the Chamber's 11th Annual Golf Tournament on April 24 at Shady Valley Country Club. Since inception, the tournament has "sold out" - please register early. The premier tournament serves as a great opportunity for executive level networking and a chance to win some valuable prizes. Click here to read more and register. 
Golf Cart Sponsor
 
Beer Sponsor
 
 
 
 
 
Hole Sponsors
    Affiliated Bank
    Galactic Performance Solutions
Meal Sponsor
    LBL Architects
    Southwest Bank
    Texas Rangers
Firemen Sponsor
    Medical Center Arlington
Future Networking Events

Chamber After Hours - Shady Valley Country Club - Tuesday, February 24 @ 5:30 p.m.

 

Ribbon Cutting - Kleiman Evangelista Eye Center Grand Opening - Thursday, February 26 @ 6:00 p.m. 

 

Networking Lead's Group Open House - Friday, February 27 @ 8:00 a.m. 

Small Business of the Year Nominations
Close in 11 Days
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.
Shady Valley Country Club to Host Chamber After Hours on February 24
Chamber After Hours is a come-and-go event providing the opportunity for networking, building relationships and exchanging business cards with prospective clients and customers. It is also a terrific way to "bring a friend" and introduce a new member to the Chamber.

 

Join our Ambassadors, Arlington Chamber Young Professionals and a host of members to expand your networking contacts.

 

Chamber After Hours will be Tuesday, February 24 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Shady Valley Country Club. Please register here for networking, fun and door prizes.

AISD to Hold College Prep Event

THIS SATURDAY 

Join inspirED and the Arlington ISD for a half-day of FREE college planning presentations, events and activities. Destination Success 2015 is open to all high school students and their parents. and includes college prep presentations, scholarship information and much more! Visit Sam Houston High School from 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. this Saturday, February 21, 2015, for the FREE college and community resources fair. Click here to learn more or register.


$15,000 in Scholarships Available to Arlington ISD Students -
Applications Due in 11 Days 
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.
Networking Lead's Group Open House on Friday, February 27  
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Open House
The Arlington Chamber is holding a Networking Lead's Group Open House at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, February 27.  Please register to learn about the value of Networking Groups, meet representatives of the Chamber's four groups and begin to engage with potential new ambassadors to promote your business. Our valued member, Costco, will sponsor the breakfast.
 
Please register to join the more than 60 businesses already benefiting from Networking Lead's Group referrals. See you on the 27th!     
Job Fair for Youth & Young Adults March 13
Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County is holding a job Fair for youth and young adults. Workshops and career exploration opportunities will be open for ages 16-24. Sign up to be part of this Friday, March 13 event being held at First United Methodist Church in Arlington. Click here to download the flyer. If interested in registering for this job fair, please click here.
Welcome January New Members

Sincerely,

 

Henry Lewczyk
Arlington Chamber of Commerce

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