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January 14, 2026 | CONNECT AND GROW WITH THE CHAMBER

Ten days...20 restaurants...daily winners!

Starting on Friday, Jan. 23, through Sunday, Feb. 1, dine at local eateries, snap & post a pic, and be entered in daily $100 gift card drawings! #SavorSanMarcos

Five AI Leverage Points Business Leaders Will Use to Win in 2026

Join this highly informative session to get clarity on how to use AI as a leadership advantage, not just a tech tool. Understand how winning companies are using AI without adding complexity.

Watch for the keynote speaker announcement tomorrow on Chamber social media and under "Latest News" on www.SanMarcosTexas.com.

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be! The San Marcos YP Network is hosting a FREE Lunch & Learn to help young professionals understand the real steps to homeownership.

Monica Katz, McNabb & Co. Real Estate - Speaking on Thursday, January 15 at 12PM

Derrik Hammer, The Hammer Real Estate Company - Speaking on Wednesday, January 28 at 5:30 PM

The City of San Marcos is now accepting applications for the 2026 UniverCity cohort, beginning on March 10. "UniverCity" offers residents a behind-the-scenes look at City Hall and the opportunity to learn how local government works and how to get involved.

This free, 8-week program features weekly evening sessions highlighting City departments and the services they provide. Dinner is included, and there is no cost to participate.

Apply by March 2, 2026. Accepted applicants will be notified by email on March 3, with classes starting March 10.

These upcoming Chamber Events are linked to more details online.

You are invited!

January 15 - Membership Essentials, 4 PM

January 16 - Membership Essentials, 9 AM

January 22 - Ribbon Cutting: Moore Manor, 10 AM

January 22 - Leadership Lab: 5 AI Leverage Points Business Leaders Will Use to Win in 2026

January 30 - Coffee & Commerce at First Lockhart National Bank, 8:30 AM

February 12 - Coffee Time with the Corridor Women's Network, 8:30 AM

March 4 - Infrastructure Summit, 11 AM

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