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Weekly News &
Business Resource Update
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This week's email includes:
- 4 New Members to Welcome
- Photos and Full Video from Last Week's Coffee with the Chamber Event
- Photos from Last Week's Business After Hours at 1to1 Plans
- Photos from 2 Recent Ribbon Cuttings
- BusinessConnection Tradeshow is May 23rd -- Reserve a Booth Now to be Included in the Tradeshow Directory
- More Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings, Ground Breakings, Council Meetings & Events Happening Soon
- Text Message Reminders about Networking Events
- Additional Business Resources & Opportunities Including:
- Brickly Newsletter | May 7
- Visit Amarillo Newsletter | May 7
- Chamber Job Bank -- List Your Job Openings For Free
- Online Community Calendar - Promote Your Events
- A List of Chamber Events Happening in 2024
- SSBI Partners
- A Tip About Email Scammers
- CGI Digital Offers Video Content to Chamber Members
- 2023-24 Board of Directors
- and More
On behalf of our staff, Board of Directors, and the Amarillo business community, we want to thank you for your continued support of the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce. We look forward to serving you now and in the future. Please let us know what we can do to help your business.
Penni F. Bentley
VP of Communications & Marketing
Amarillo Chamber of Commerce
1000 S Polk
Amarillo, TX 79101
806.373.7800
806.342.2005 direct
806.674.7334 cell
penni@amarillo-chamber.org
www.amarillo-chamber.org
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Welcome to these New Chamber Members | |
If you know of a business that is not a member of the Chamber, we always appreciate referrals. For more information on joining the Chamber and the costs and benefits, click here, or give us a call at (806) 373-7800. |
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Chick-fil-A South Coulter Street
Allie Brinza
4510 S. Coulter Street
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 468-8885
https://www.chick-fil-a.com/locations/tx/south-coulter-street
Restaurant
Serving fresh, hot, and quick delicious meals one guest at a time.
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NRL Mortgage
Jared Zirkle
5456 East Village Square
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 803-9132
https://nrlmortgage.com/
Mortgage Services
National Residential Mortgage Company.
Panhandle Nutrition Therapy
Rachel Hutto
1901 Medi Park Suite 222
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 673-2833
https://www.panhandlenutritiontherapy.com
Nutrition
Registered Dietitians focused on pediatric, women's and family health.
The Wood Group of Fairway - Amarillo
Audrey Castillo
1906 S. Virginia St.
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 584-7777
LoansbyAudrey.com
Mortgage Services
We offer a wide range of financing products, including: Fixed and ARMS, FHA, VA and Conventional, First-time homebuyer, USDA, Jumbo, and Refinancing options.
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If You Missed Coffee with the Chamber,
Check Out the Video & Photos Below
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We had a great crowd for last week's Coffee with the Chamber event. Attendees enjoyed a light breakfast at Hodgetown before learning new trends from panelists including: Joseph Peterson, Edward Jones; Grant Smith, Insurica DFB; Wendi Swope, Double U Marketing; David Blankenship, Andrews & Associates; and Heath Acker, Amarillo National Bank. You can watch the recap video with the icon to the right, or click here to watch or share it on YouTube.
Click here or on an image below to view more photos in our online Flickr album.
This event was free to attend thanks to our generous SSBI Partners.
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Thank You 1to1 Plans & Snapology for Hosting Last Week's Business After Hours | |
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Click here or on an image above to view, print, download or share more photos from our online Flickr album.
Thank you to 1to1 Plans and Snapology for hosting a great, fun, networking event. Stay tuned for more details on our next After Hours on June 6th at Adobe Walls Stoneworks coming soon.
"Business After Hours" are FREE business networking events for current and future members of the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce that include free food, drinks, networking and door prizes. Click here for more information and photos of past events, and look for the event on Facebook and invite your friends!
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Recent Ribbon Cutting & Ground Breaking Events | |
Click here or the image above to view, print or share the ribbon cutting photo. | |
Click here or the image above to view, print or share the ribbon cutting photo. | |
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BusinessConnection Tradeshow is May 23rd
Reserve a Booth Now and Be Included in the Tradeshow Directory
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The 31st Annual BusinessConnection Tradeshow is happening on Thursday, May 23rd at the Amarillo Civic Center. You can reserve a booth online or contact Mary Garcia if you have questions at (806) 342-2009. The Deadline to be included in the Tradeshow Printed Directory is Friday, May 10th.
If you are new to the Chamber or this event, you don't want to miss out on the area's largest business-to-business tradeshow. This one-day event will feature nearly 300 businesses or booths and will have several thousand people attend the show. It's a great way to showcase your business or products and services alongside other Chamber members. Get more information on the show, our sponsors, and frequently asked questions on our website.
While you are at the show, be sure and make a day of it and plan on grabbing lunch in the Tradeshow Food Court. Food Court ticket holders can enjoy an all-you-can-eat lunch from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in the Civic Center Regency Room on Thursday, May 23rd. Tickets for lunch will be available to purchase and pick-up in May at the Chamber for just $10/person in advance, or $15/person at the show, or you can purchase them online with or without a tradeshow booth. Sample food from these amazing businesses listed below.
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FOOD COURT PARTICIPANTS:
Belmar Bakery
Calico County
Chick-fil-A
Chicken Salad Chick
Cocina on the Go
Crumbl Cookies
Domino's Pizza (Vigil Pizza)
Desperado's Catering
Hoffbrau
Joe Taco
La Fiesta Grande
Gatti's Pizza
Macaroni Joe's
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Outback Steakhouse
Sonic
Sweets and Meats
The Lost Cajun
Ye Olde Pancake Station
Yolo's
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Chamber Events Coming Up Soon | |
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 8
Council Meeting: Governmental Affairs Council**
11:45 a.m.
Chamber Board Room
Closed Meeting--Council Members Only
More Information: Jason, (806) 342-2018
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THURSDAY, MAY 23
Chamber Event: BusinessConnection Tradeshow
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Amarillo Civic Center Complex
Business-to-Business Tradeshow
Visit more than 250 businesses and booths or promote your business to more than 4000 show attendees. Reserve a booth or get more information here.
More Information: Mary, (806) 342-2009
Find this event on Facebook
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MONDAY, MAY 27
Holiday: Memorial Day
The Chamber is closed in observance of Memorial Day. Today may we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Have a safe and happy long weekend
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TUESDAY, MAY 28
Council Meeting: Business Council**
11:45 a.m.
Chamber Board Room
Closed Meeting--Council Members Only
More Information: Lindsey, (806) 342-2006
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 29
Board Meeting: Chamber Board of Directors**
12:00 p.m.
Chamber Board Room
Closed Meeting--Board Members Only
More Information: Lindsey, (806) 342-2006
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See more upcoming ribbon cutting & ground breaking events on our Week's Sneak Peek page or on our online calendar. If you would like more information on scheduling an event like this for your business, complete the online Ribbon Cutting Request Form.
**Meeting requires RSVP and is open to council/committee members only and is closed to the public. If you would like more information on the meeting or open council/committee seats, please contact the staff member listed.
* NOTE: We will help promote Ribbon Cutting or Ground Breaking events held outside of our normal business hours, however, Chamber Staff or RoundUp Club members will not be in attendance.
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Do you love networking at our After Hours Events but sometimes forget they are happening? Opt in to our text message reminders by texting the word CHAMBEREVENTS (without a space) to 40691. We send reminders of the date, time and location 2-3 hours before the event starts. It's free, but standard text message rates apply if you don't have unlimited texting. We also send out registration reminders about bigger events coming up through this special keyword. It's a great way to stay in the loop.
Please note, if you would like to opt in for reminders about ribbon cutting events, text the word REDCOAT to the same number. Note, ribbon cuttings are open to the public, but in order to be considered to serve on our Roundup Club as a Redcoat Representative, you must apply online.
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Sponsored Content. Click here or the ad above for more information.
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Additional Business Resources & Opportunities | | |
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BRICKLY NEWSLETTER FROM BRICK & ELM MAGAZINE | May 7
This week's newsletter includes information on:
- Remembering Paul Engler and Helen Piehl
- NEW: Obituary Listings in Brickly
- Local Focus
- Region 16 Job Fair
- Texas Tech $10K Degree Program
- Career Signing Day for CISD
- New Lighting at City Parks
- Keller Williams RED Day for First Responders
- In the Current Brick & Elm
- Chip Chandler’s “Can’t Miss”
- Eye on Amarillo
- The Founding Mothers
- Local Obituaries (late April-early May)
- and more
Click here to read the entire update.
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THE AMARILLO WEEKLY EDIT | May 7
The Amarillo Weekly Edit is produced and distributed by the Amarillo Convention & Visitor Bureau (CVB) that maintains the VisitAmarillo.com website. This weekly newsletter includes upcoming events and things to see and do in Amarillo.
- The Texas Route 66 Festival is Near!
- Happening this Week
- On-Going Exhibits / Shows / Workshops
- Texas Wildfire Relief
- Texas RT 66 Bus Tours
- Stay in the Know
- and More!
Click here to read the entire newsletter.
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CHAMBER JOB BANK -- LIST YOUR JOB OPENINGS FOR FREE
Is your company hiring? Did you know you can put job openings in our online Job Bank for FREE?
Check out our website and click the buttons for "Job Seeker" or "Employer" and you can either view job openings or post your own with an online form.
Have questions, contact Denise at (806) 373-7800.
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ONLINE COMMUNITY CALENDAR - PROMOTE YOUR EVENTS
Are you holding a fundraising event, open house, or other special events you want to share with the public? You can add events to our Online Community Calendar for FREE. Click here to complete the online form and submit it to the Chamber. Your event will not be visible until our staff approves the event, typically within 1-2 business days.
Please do not use this form to request or schedule a ribbon cutting or ground breaking event.
If you have questions about using the calendar, or what kinds of events are allowed, contact Denise at 806-373-7800.
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Chamber Events Planned for 2024
All events are tentative and subject to change.
Watch the online calendar for more details and updates.
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2024
5/23/24 - 31st Annual BusinessConnection Tradeshow
6/6/24 - Adobe Walls Stoneworks
7/11/24 - KT Black
7/25/24 - Chamber Open Golf Tournament
8/8/24 - Tri-State Exposition / Fairgrounds
8/22/24 - Business Excellence Awards Celebration
9/5/24 - Amarillo National Bank
9/19/24 - FirstBank Southwest
10/3/24 - 28th Annual Chamber Barbecue Cook-Off
10/17/24 - Reed Beverage
11/7/24 - Amarillo Sod Poodles
12/5/24 - Street Volkswagen
If you have questions about participating in or sponsoring any events, please call the Chamber at (806) 373-7800 or email chamber@amarillo-chamber.org.
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Thank You 2023-24 Supporting Small Business Initiative Partners | |
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The Chamber is thrilled to recognize our sponsors that stepped up to be part of the Supporting Small Business Initiative for 2023-24. This program is designed to support the Chamber's efforts to serve our small business community better by offering programs, seminars, virtual events, and more for little to no cost to our members throughout the year.
Please join us in thanking these generous underwriting partners that are serving the Chamber, our members, and the entire business community with their support. DIAMOND PARTNERS: Amarillo Economic Development Corporation, Amarillo National Bank, Atmos Energy, Happy State Bank, Northwest Texas Healthcare System, CNS Pantex, Reed Beverage, and Xcel Energy. RUBY PARTNERS: Amarillo College, Adobe Walls Stoneworks, Bank of America, Casey Carpet One, Prosperity Bank, Southwest Airlines, Street Volkswagen, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, and TEEMS Manufacturing. SAPPHIRE PARTNERS: Andrews & Associates, AT&T, AW Broadband, BSA Health System, Carson Wealth Management, Edward Jones, FirstBank Southwest, Insurica, and KT Black.
If you would like to know more about this program and the benefits of partnership, contact Jason Harrison at (806) 373-7800.
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A Reminder to Check the Address BEFORE You Click Links or Open Attachments | |
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WE HATE SPAMMERS! Here's a reminder to always check before you click on any attachments or links in emails that look like they are sent from the Amarillo Chamber. BEFORE you click on html links or attachments, hover over the name that sent the email so that you can see the actual address that sent the email. Just because the name says "Amarillo-chamber," the email address was not one of our staff members. And if the email shows our name but the email address is not one shown below, delete it and mark it as junk. Any other sender claiming to be the Chamber is fake or a scammer and you should never click links or provide personal information. Even if it looks like an invoice, those would only come from one of the email addresses below.
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Please add our emails to your address book and mark us as a safe sender. If you are unsure if an email you received that looks like it was from us is real or not, don't hesitate to give us a call at 806-373-7800. Be diligent and help us keep your information and computer networks safe.
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CGI Digital Offers Video Content to Chamber Members | |
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The Chamber is proud to continue our more than nine-year partnership with CGI Digital to offer video content to be featured on the Chamber's website to our members. CGI created a series of events for the Chamber to promote Amarillo as a great place to live, learn, work, and play to feature great parts of our community to visitors and those who may be considering relocating to the area. CGI representatives may reach out to you as a Chamber member to offer their products and services to you to be included in this program and to gain more exposure through our website. If you are considering video content for your business, we hope you schedule an appointment with a representative to learn more about the program and see if it is a good fit for your business.
For information on our partnership with CGI Communications for our Community Video Program, watch our 1-minute Press Release video from Chamber VP of Communications & Marketing, Penni Bentley. Learn more about our third-party advertising partners on our website.
View our Community Video Tour here to watch the Chamber's videos and see list of current video partners. We are thankful to these companies who have already partnered with CGI Digital and the Chamber:
- 7:12 Homes
- Accent Embroidery
- Amarillo Dental Associates
- Amarillo Snuff Co.
- Buxton Insurance
- Champion BBQ Supply
- Connie Taylor Group / Keller Williams
- Education Credit Union
- Experience Homes
- EXP Realty - Sabre Cofer
- Furman Land Surveyors, Inc.
- GDI - Geospatial Data, Inc.
- Gaut-Whittenburg-Emerson
- Gee Family Farms
- Grizzle Heating & Air
- Happy State Bank
- Highland Park ISD
- Price Roofing Co.
- Quality Assurance Roofing
- REV Realty Group of Fathom Realty - Frances Frost
- San Jacinto Christian Academy
- Triangle Realty
- West Texas A&M University
- West Texas Medicare Group
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Special thanks go out to local videographer, Lindsay Gomez with 41 Productions, for shooting most of the video content in the Chamber's Videos. We are also thrilled to have local chiropractor and voice-over actor, Dr. Jeff Williams of Creek Stone Integrated Medical narrating the Chamber's main videos in the program. You can check out more of his Voice-Over work here. | |
Chamber Partner CGI Communications Offers
Advertising Options to Members
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CGI Communications has been a partner of the Amarillo Chamber for a number of years. CGI handles several advertising products offered to our members including website banner ads, community videos, ReviewTube reviews, and now has a new Magellan tool for voice-activated website searching for text and videos.
Our representative and the team associate may be reaching out to some of our members to offer more information about these tools that may be beneficial for your business.
Should you want more information on any of their products, reach out to Rich Yohonn at the contact information below.
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We try to alert you anytime a third party may contact you so that you know they are a trusted and legitimate partner of the Amarillo Chamber. You may see our complete list of advertising options and partners on the Advertising Opportunities page of our website. We encourage you to always check this site or contact Penni Bentley at (806) 373-7800 to verify our official program partners before giving out personal or financial information.
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See our Staff Directory with photos, direct phone numbers and more
on our Contact Us page of the website.
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2023-24 Chamber Board of Directors | |
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Spanky Assiter
Chair
Assiter Auctioneers
Richard Constancio
Chair-Elect
Shiver-Megert & Associates
Julie Imke
Finance Chair
Harrington Academic Hall
WTAMU Amarillo Center
Dusty Doyle
Membership & Quality of Life Chair
Casey Carpet One
John Luciano
Past Chair
Street Volkswagen
Jason Harrison
President & CEO
Amarillo Chamber of Commerce
Wes Wright
Business Chair
Wright Law TX, PLLC
Ed Nichols
Governmental Affairs Council Chair
O'Brien-Marsh, LLC
Brice Sheets
Ag & Natural Resources Chair
Alpha Media
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DIRECTORS
Blaine Baker, Crown House Insurance
Patricia Bara, M&R Liquor
Brad Baldridge, Xcel Energy
Kevin Carter, Amarillo EDC
Sonja Clark, Bell
Julie Doty, Nothing Bundt Cakes
Tony Ensor, Amarillo Sod Poodles
Andrew Freeman, City of Amarillo
Skylar Gallop, Elevate Amarillo President
Michael Gonzales, Atmos Energy
Andrew Hall, Amarillo EDC
Jody Holland, Jody Holland Training & Speaking
Matt Irwin, Insurica DFB
Karen Isern, Amarillo National Bank
Wade King, AgTexas Farm Credit
Kevin Kuehler, FirstBank Southwest
Jack Light, Cumulus Media
Brent McClure, KFDA NewsChannel 10
Joby Mills, Happy State Bank
Lindsey Murphy, Agent Construction Services
Brady Ragland, Tri-State Expo
Chris Rhynehart, Rhynehart Roofing
Wendi Swope, Double U Marketing
Trevor Williams, Reed Beverage
Sean Wright, GVH Distribution
Colby Yeary, Pantex
Ryan Zimmer, A-1 Rocket Industries
Learn more about our Board of Directors
on our website.
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The Chamber cannot guarantee your success or your profitability,
but it can guarantee the right business climate for you to succeed.
– Author Unknown
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