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Dec 11Taste of the Town Returns to The Woodlands Waterway Marriott January 16, 2020
It’s the most delicious time of the year! On Thursday, January 16, 2020, from 4-9 p.m. at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott, The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce will host the 34th Annual Taste of the Town, a foodie’s paradise where guests can taste delectable menu items from establishments right here in town. “Being able to taste items you wouldn’t typically try on a menu is what it’s all about. People discover new things each time and come back into our restaurant for seconds!” Lazaro D. of Landry’s
Dec 10THE STRONG FIRM NAMES CODY SCHLEGEL AS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Bret L. Strong, founder and managing shareholder of The Strong Firm P.C., has recently announced Cody Schlegel has been named as an associate attorney with the business law firm. Schlegel has served clerkships with the firm in the summers of 2018 and 2019. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in Energy Management from The University of Oklahoma and attended graduate school at The University of Tulsa, where he earned his JD/MBA in just three years along with a Sustainable Energy and Resources Law Certificate.
Dec 10Holiday Gidts for Clients
Do you shop gifts for your clients at Christmas? It is important to put some thought into the right item that collaborates with your brand, ethics, and makes your client feel worthy of your attention. The right item can help them remember you and your business year-round, especially if it is functional. If the client has been with you for a period of time and makes a substantial investment in your business, a $50 value is recommended. Giving gifts to your clients shows them you value your relationship
Dec 01Haynie & Company December Acquisition Announcement
December 1, 2019 – Haynie & Company is excited to announce the acquisition of two exceptional CPA firms as of December 1, 2019. Haynie & Company Texas is growing! With offices already in San Antonio and The Woodlands, Texas we are excited to add two new Texas locations. Our vision is to Exceed Expectations by focusing on growth, trust and communication. These new firms fit seamlessly with our strategic values and vision. Welcome Austin and Brownsville! NOW JOINING HAYNIE & COMPANY: Hales-Bradford, LLP.,
Nov 19DRC-MC rated 2019 Top Rated Nonprofit by GreatNonprofits
Conroe, TX (November 19, 2019) – The Dispute Resolution Center of Montgomery County, Inc. (DRC-MC) is excited to share that they were named a “2019 Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, a leading provider of user reviews of charities and nonprofits, for the second year in a row. This is a huge honor among nonprofits and helps donors nationally identify worthy organizations. The DRC-MC serves the community as a resource for resolving disputes, improving communication, and restoring relationships.
Nov 17Award Winning Author to host Creative Writing Workshop
(Conroe, TX November 14, 2019)– Have you always wanted to write a book, send in a story idea, or write an article for a publication? Jim West, award winning author of young adult fiction, will share inside information on moving forward as an author in today’s world on Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 6:00pm-7:30pm at Office Evolution 525 Woodland Square Blvd, in Conroe off FM 1488 at Old Conroe Road in the Marcel Town Center, across from the Xscape Theatre. Jim West authored the Magicae Mathematica series after
Nov 01Haynie & Company Nov. 1 Acquisition Announcement
November 1, 2019 – Haynie & Company is excited to announce the acquisition of six exceptional CPA firms as of November 1, 2019. In recent years, Haynie & Company has focused on expansion. This is the largest set of acquisitions in company history. As a result, there are now over 250 Haynie & Company employees across five states. Haynie & Company Partner, Robert Jensen explains, “The firms of the future will be able to provide every possible accounting service. Not just audit or tax, but specialty services
Oct 01Learn How to Work Smarter, Not Harder at The Woodlands Area Chamber's Membership Luncheon October 23
The Woodlands, TX – Many of the most successful entrepreneurs and business leaders work longer hours and get less return on their investments of time and money. Are you a business owner or a senior-level executive and want to see your business consistently run better or grow faster? Join us for a luncheon with guest speaker Megan Alarid of Heightened Leaders on Wednesday, October 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Flemings’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, located at 1201 Lake Woodlands Drive, Suite 305, The
Sep 13It’s Tee Time with a Twist at The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce
The Woodlands, TX (September 13, 2019) – The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Putt, Pass and Chip Golf Tournament presented by Planet Lincoln is set for Monday, October 28 at 9 a.m. at The Golf Trails of The Woodlands. Tickets and sponsors opportunities are available at woodlandschambergolf.com. The annual event is the No. 1 networking golf tournament in The Woodlands. Players enjoy 18 holes in a shotgun-style format, lunch, awards and prizes. This tournament is a twist on the classic game
May 31The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce to Host “CRMs: The Exciting DNA of Your Business” Seminar
THE WOODLANDS, TX – The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a seminar for entrepreneurs discussing customer relationship management (CRM), the most vital element to the sustained growth of a business, with guest speaker Martin Obiozor of Empowered Pulse on Thursday, June 13 from 9 to 11 a.m. at The Chamber’s Lakeshore Conference Room, located at 9320 Lakeside Blvd., Suite 200, The Woodlands, TX 77381. Attendants will learn how to manage leads, prospects, customers and clients. The seminar will
May 21The Woodlands Area Chamber Recognizes George P. Mitchell's 100th Birthday
The Woodlands, TX – In recognition of what would have been The Woodlands founding developer George P. Mitchell's 100th birthday on May 21, 2019, The Woodlands Area Chamber shares an article from our 2018-19 Community Guide honoring Mitchell.Honoring a LegacyThe Past Lives On Live, work, play and learn is a concept heard everywhere these days, but this idea was unheard of before Texas oilman George P. Mitchell had a vision more than 40 years ago that made The Woodlands what it is today. “In my
May 15The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce Offers Seminars to Serve Local Businesses
The Woodlands, TX – Whether you are a well-established small business or someone considering opening a small business, The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce offers a series of seminars led by industry experts that will teach you how to make your business a success. Upcoming seminars this May include “Mock Department of Labor Audit for HR” presented by Cheryl House of Marsh & McLennan Agency on May 21 and “Avoiding Liability Through Entity Formation” presented by Clay McCollor of Knighton & Stone, PLLC
May 09Learn How to Structure Your Company to Avoid Personal Liability at Chamber Seminar May 23
Clay McCollor of Knighton & Stone, PLLC to present “Avoiding Liability Through Entity Formation” The Woodlands, TX – Deciding which business structure you will choose for your company is one of the most first crucial steps to launching a business. The form of business enterprise you choose will have important consequences in terms of how your business will be managed, the personal liability of the owners, how taxes are paid and how ownership is held. Learn from Clay McCollor of Knighton & Stone, PLLC
May 08The Woodlands Area Chamber to Hold Mock Department of Labor Audit May 21
The Woodlands, TX – The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a seminar conducting a mock Department of Labor (DOL) audit for small business owners with guest speaker Cheryl House of Marsh & McLennan Agency on Tuesday, May 21, from 9-11 a.m. at The Chamber’s Lakeshore Conference Room, located at 9320 Lakeside Blvd., Suite 200, The Woodlands, TX 77381. Keeping up with compliance regulations is a monumental task. With incessant regulatory changes and potential staffing transitions, something
May 01The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts Human Resources Seminar for Small Businesses on May 16
The Woodlands, TX – The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a seminar on human resources mastery for the small business owner with guest speaker Haley Paul of Stibbs & Co. on Thursday, May 16 from 9-11 a.m. at The Chamber’s Lakeshore Conference Room, located at 9320 Lakeside Blvd., Suite 200, The Woodlands, TX 77381. Human resource management is one of the most important aspects of successfully running any business, big or small. It is essential to be familiar with the ever-changing set of
Apr 15The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Margo McZeal as New Director of Government Affairs
The Woodlands, TX –The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Margo McZeal as its new director of government relations. McZeal will manage The Chamber’s Business Advocacy and Transportation Education Councils and serve as a liaison for governmental affairs with elected officials, county governments, the South Montgomery County delegation, the Texas State Legislature, and community groups. Additionally, she will lead The Chamber’s election year activities, Young Professionals Network and
Apr 09The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce to Host Seminar on Small Business Financials, Cash Management
The Woodlands, TX – The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a seminar on understanding financial statements, the report card of business, and the corporate process of collecting and managing cash, with guest speaker Lynne Abercrombie of Haynie & Company on Wednesday, April 24 from 9-11 a.m. at The Chamber’s Lakeshore Conference Room, located at 9320 Lakeside Blvd., Suite 200 in The Woodlands. The seminar, “Understanding Your Financials and Cash Management” is designed for small or potential
Apr 04Community Leader LaToya Carter to Deliver Keynote Address at 2019 Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
The Woodlands, Texas –The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that community leader, LaToya Carter, will deliver a keynote address at the 2019 Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, April 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sts. Simon & Jude Catholic Parish Event Center. Carter has strong ties to the nonprofit community in The Woodlands area. She started out as a client of Family Promise of Montgomery County, a homeless shelter for families with children, and went on to serve as the
Mar 27U.S. Chamber of Commerce and The Woodlands Area Chamber Partner to Present Cybersecurity Forum
The Woodlands, Texas – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The Woodlands Area Chamber will host the Cybersecurity Series: Greater Houston on Wednesday, May 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Woodlands Waterway Marriot Hotel, located at 1601 Lake Robbins Drive in The Woodlands. The rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape has been marked by more sophisticated attacks aimed at compromising and acquiring sensitive data as well as the disruption of organizational operations. Facing these growing
Mar 27The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce is Now Accepting Vendors for Annual Community Job Fair
The Woodlands, TX – Hiring the right employee takes time and is not easy. Posting jobs online, collecting resumes and then calling potential candidates takes hours. The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce can save employers time and money by attending the 2019 Community Job Fair on Tuesday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lone Star College, located off Highway 242 at 3200 College Drive. The Chamber’s Community Job Fair allows recruiters access to around 175 job seekers in one central location. It’s an
Mar 07Community Job Fair Announced for April 30 at Lonestar College-Montgomery Campus
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce to host job fair, skills workshop The Woodlands, TX (March 7, 2019) – Looking for a job? Looking for a better job? Not sure where to start in the process? The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce may be able to help. More than 40 employers specializing in fields like education providers, resource agencies, and banking will take part in The Woodlands Area Chamber’s annual Community Job Fair on Tuesday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lonestar College –
Mar 06Pond names new Vice President for Energy Services
Pond, an industry leader in engineering, construction, planning and architecture services, is pleased to announce the promotion of Brannen Butts to Vice President of our Oil & Gas programs and leader of our office in The Woodlands, Texas. “Brannen’s hard work and commitment to the firm has earned him this recognition which is so very well deserved. We are proud of his success and excited for the future of these programs,” said President Lorraine Green. Brannen has over 14 years of experience in
Mar 05Chamber Announces Circus-Themed Ball to Honor Chamber’s Chairman and Leadership
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce’s 41st Annual Chairman’s Ball is set for August 17, 2019 The Woodlands, TX (March 4, 2019) – The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce will host the 41st Annual Chairman's Ball Under the Big Top on Saturday, August 17, 2019, at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center. The circus-themed black-tie affair will honor outgoing 2018-2019 Chairman of the Board, Stuart Lapp of Stibbs & Co. “The Chairman’s Ball, filled with spectacular decorations, food,
Feb 27Business Community Advocates for Montgomery County at Texas Capitol
The Woodlands, TX (February 27, 2019) – With the Texas General Assembly now in session, The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce, along with our Montgomery County Council of Chambers partners, visited Austin February 25-26 to ensure lawmakers understand the unique needs of our member businesses and the area economy. As the leading voice of business in Montgomery County, The Chamber opened the door for more than 150 business leaders to explain their needs to legislators directly. Topics included
Feb 22The Woodlands Area Chamber Board of Directors Passes Resolution to Support 2019 CISD Bond Referendum
The Woodlands, Texas – The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted Friday, February 22 to support a resolution of Conroe ISD’s $807 million bond referendum on the May 2019 election ballot. Voters will see the bond proposal on the May 4 general ballot election. In a presentation to The Chamber’s Business Advocacy Council, Superintendent Curtis Null explained the bond proposal addresses CISD’s growing student population and districtwide needs. According to data from a 2018 Population
Feb 15Conroe ISD Superintendent Explains $807 Million Bond Package to Chamber’s Business Advocacy Council
The Woodlands, Texas – The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business Advocacy Council received an update on Conroe Independent School District’s $807 million bond referendum election set for May 4 at a council meeting on Friday, February 15 at The Chamber office. In a presentation to the council, Superintendent Curtis Null explained the bond proposal addresses CISD’s growing student population and districtwide needs. According to data from a 2018 Population and Survey Analysts demographics study,
Feb 12Advocate for Your Business at Montgomery County Day at the Capitol February 25-26, 2019
The Woodlands, Texas (February 12, 2019) – The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce invites business leaders to join The Montgomery County Council of Chambers in Austin February 25-26, 2019, for Montgomery County Day at the Capitol presented by Entergy Texas Inc. “The Montgomery County Day at the Capitol brings together business leaders and government officials to talk face-to-face and participate in a variety of educational and networking events,” J.J. Hollie, president of The Woodlands Area Chamber of
Oct 04HONORS, KEY TO THE CITY, PROCLAMATIONS GIVEN AT MEADOR STAFFING 50TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT
HONORS, KEY TO THE CITY, PROCLAMATIONS GIVEN AT MEADOR STAFFING 50TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT Economic Alliance Houston Port Region and Pasadena Chamber of Commerce join Meador Staffing 50th anniversary event honoring five men who contributed to Pasadena, TX history. Pasadena, TX— 10/11/18— Ben Meador, CEO/Chairman and Melinda Torrison, President/COO of Meador Staffing host 50th anniversary event at Pasadena Convention Center on October 4th, 2018. The event featured the accomplishments of five men who were
May 01The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce Announces New Marketing and Communications Director
The Woodlands, Texas (May 1, 2018) – The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Lauren Joerg as its new director of marketing and communications. “The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce combines the power of people, with its 40-year legacy of leadership and business advocacy, to drive a dynamic economy in South Montgomery County,” Joerg said. “I’m excited to elevate the stories of The Woodlands area community as a whole and the business members who contribute to its success.” As
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