April 15, 2019
MONDAY MEMO
Our Mission: Promote economic growth of the business community.
President's Message
I hope you can join us next Tuesday, April 23, for our monthly partnership luncheon. The new Chief of Police for the City of Lewisville, Kevin Deaver, is our speaker, plus we'l be recognizing our monthly award winners. (Who knows, it might be you!) Click to reserve your free spot today!

Check out the rest of this email for details on all our networking opportunities. And keep up with us on  Facebook  for up-to-the-minute information so you won't miss a thing!!
 
I hope to see you often! We are, as always, better (and stronger) together !! 
 
Lori Fickling , IOM
President/CEO
Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce
Get Involved
Monthly Partnership Luncheon
Tuesday, April 23
11:30 AM - 1 PM
Join us this month as we hear from Kevin Deaver, Chief of Police for the City of Lewisville.

Monthly partnership luncheons are a great way to network with area business professionals and feature a luncheon speaker and presentations of Ambassador, Business, First Responder, School, Teacher and Student of the Month.

Location:
Courtyard by Marriott
4330 Courtyard Way
Flower Mound, Texas
Sponsored By:
Chamber Night Out
Thursday, April 25
4 - 6 PM
Chamber Night Out is the Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce's business after hours mixer. This is a great way to build relationships with other business professionals in the community in a relaxed setting.

Location:
Main Event Entertainment
2070 S. Stemmons Fwy
Lewisville, Texas
LEADs Power Networking
Friday, April 26
7:45 - 9 AM
PointBank Lewisville
Are you looking for a no-cost, welcoming, dynamic networking group? Join us every Friday morning for LEADS Power Networking. LEADS features a business spotlight, a chance to give your commercial, fun door prizes, and, of course, high-quality networking!

Location:
PointBank Lewisville
915 W. Main Street
Lewisville, Texas
April Sponsored By:
Healthcare Alliance Meeting
Wednesday, May 1
9 - 10 AM
The Healthcare Alliance is a new networking and information sharing group of the Lewisville Area Chamber. This is a program was derived from the chamber’s longstanding Senior Services Alliance, which has served the Lewisville community for many years. Our purpose for this group is to create more lasting partnerships, share best practices, and elevate the overall health and vitality of our community.
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
Chante Mexican Grill & Cantina
Tuesday, April 16
4 -5 PM
Prairie Creek Dental
Thursday, April 18
3 -4 PM
Ribbon Sponsor:
Our Sponsors
Get your business, event, product or program in front of thousands of people by sponsoring one of these spots. Only 2 spots are available each week.
Contact us today to reserve yours!
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First Responder of the Month
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New Member Mentions
The Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce would like to wish a warm welcome to our wonderful new members. We will be formally welcoming our new members into the Chamber during our Monthly Partnership Luncheons.

Member News
Lewisville ISD Summer Intern Program
Could you use an extra set of hands this summer? Consider being part of the LISD Summer Internship Program!

As part of the program, you agree to the following:
  • Provide 15-20 hours of work per week for an LISD student (will be a graduating senior or upcoming senior)
  • Pay a minimum of $10/hour
  • Aim to provide 6-8 weeks of work this summer
  • Fill out this Google form with details, including the job description, by April 17th
  • Provide specifics on the interview process in the Google form
  • The dates/times of the internships will vary according to business needs and student availability - please discuss those details directly with the student

If you are looking for some extra help around your office, our students are fantastic! You don't have to believe me, though - check out this video to hear how a LISD high school student helped a local business.
Communities In Schools 25th Stay In School Gala
Southern Denton County Job Fair Hosted By NCTC
United Way of Denton County To Pour $2.4M Into Denton County Community
The United Way of Denton County (UWDC) Board of Directors approved the organization’s 2019-2020 operating budget at their March meeting with over $2.4 million allocated to continuing the dual strategy of leading Collective Impact Initiatives and supporting Partner Agencies to serve vulnerable populations in a growing Denton County. 

“The investment from individuals and businesses drives the United Way engine creating transformative change in Denton County,” stated Lyle Dresher, out-going UWDC Board Chair. “But, the demand for philanthropic giving in this county has never been greater.”
Lewisville ISD Community Connections
Lewisville ISD values its partners in the business community and is excited to offer a unique opportunity for you to connect with our 350+ new staff members at the first-ever Community Connections event. Community Connections is  only available  to local chamber members and nonprofit organizations. To learn more about participation levels and the application process, please visit:  lisd.net/communityconnections .  Get involved, make connections and join us as we welcome our new staff members to the Lewisville ISD community.
LISD Back to School Fair
The LISD Back-to-School Fair serves more than 4,000 students in our community with school supplies, vision exams, sports physicals, and much more!

Every penny of your donation goes to helping students; making a powerful and direct impact. Your donation is also tax-deductible.

In addition to sponsorships, we will be taking backpack donations with two drop-off locations from May through June.
Resources
Building Business Success
SCORE provides no-cost confidential one-on-one business counseling to help individual business owners succeed.
Schedule a Mentoring Session:
972-436-9571
Contact the North Texas SBDC at
940-498-6470 for free Business Counseling in Denton County.
Quick Links
Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce
972-436-9571