(Plano) For the fourth consecutive year, the Plano Convention & Visitors Bureau has been named the Best Destination Marketing Organization by Texas Meetings + Events magazine. The award was presented during a recent reception hosted by the magazine at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio. Accepting the award was Mark Thompson, director […]
Is social media right for your small business? (Dallas) The Dallas Regional Chamber’s Communications Council will try and answer this question when the Small Business Initiative’s Seminar Series kicks off Thursday, Oct. 20. A panel of experts from DART, Children’s Medical Center, Southwest Airlines and Dell will follow a keynote presentation by Dr. […]
(Dallas) Join the Dallas Regional Chamber of Commerce for the 2011 Economic Outlook Summit – a candid discussion between three economic experts, focusing on the challenges our nation faces in uncertain economic times. Dr. Ray Perryman, CEO of the Perryman Group, will highlight the most pressing national and state economic issues, as well as present his projections on […]
The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept. 20 for Comfort Suites-Lake Ray Hubbard, situated on the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard at the Rowlett-Rockwall border, with easy access to Interstate 30. The hotel is only a minute away from The Harbor at Rockwall with gorgeous lake views, shopping, dining and entertainment. It is […]
The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce recognizes Firehouse Subs, located at 3701 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 101 in Rowlett, as its Business of the Month for September. Chamber Ambassador Chair Pam Minatrea presented Firehouse Subs owner Ken Lee and his wife, Terri, with a special plaque on Sept. 13. Stop by to get your fill of delicious […]
(Rowlett) Ace’s Gourmet Paninis, located at 5121 Rowlett Road, is where authentic Italian fare and a serenely inviting southern ambiance combine to create an oasis of fine Panini dining experiences. Enticing aromas provide an introduction to their array of familiar and deliciously satisfying sandwiches inspired by Southern cuisine. The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting […]
(Rowlett) Lake Pointe Medical Center was named one of the nation’s top performers on key quality measures by The Joint Commission, a leading accreditor of health care organizations in America. LPMC was recognized by The Joint Commission based on data reported about evidence-based clinical processes that are shown to improve care for certain conditions, […]
(Rowlett) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce hosts a ‘Make a Connection’ networking event from 8 to 9 a.m. every Thursday at Jason’s Deli, 5601 Liberty Grove Road, Suite 100. There is a $3 fee for coffee/juice and a morning snack. You do not need to be a Chamber member to attend. Bring plenty of business […]
(Dallas) The Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will host its third annual Technology Showcase, Moving Ahead/Connect & Recharge, from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13 at Dallas Info Mart, 1950 N. Stemmons Freeway in Dallas. More than 350 small business owners are expected to participate in this showcase which features two-hour breakout sessions on how to […]
(Plano) The City of Plano recently announced the hiring of Jim Parrish as Human Resources Director, effective Oct. 3. Parrish’s prior service includes Deputy City Manager for the City of McKinney; Human Resources Director and Assistant Human Resources Director for the City of Amarillo; and service in the finance area for the City of Amarillo. He […]