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Weekly News &
Business Resource Update
| | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 | | |
This week's email includes:
- A Video Invitation for the Business After Hours at FirstBank Southwest Happening Thursday
- Info and a New Video on the Chamber BBQ Cook-Off Happening in 2 Weeks on October 2nd
- 2 New Members to Welcome
- More Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings, Ground Breakings, Council Meetings & Events Happening Soon
- A Recap from Last Week's Ag & Natural Resources Council Meeting
- A Recap from Last Week's Governmental Affairs Council Meeting
- A Taking Flight Survey -- Private Air Charter Demand for Amarillo and the Panhandle Region
- Photos from 3 Recent Ribbon Cutting Events
- Additional Business Resources & Opportunities Including:
- Brickly Newsletter | September 16
- Visit Amarillo Newsletter | September 16
- Chamber Job Bank -- List Your Job Openings For Free
- Online Community Calendar - Promote Your Events
- A List of Chamber Events Happening in 2025
- A Tip About Email Scammers
- A Reminder About Third-Party Chamber Advertising Partners
- 2024-25 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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Join Us Thursday for Business After Hours
at FirstBank Southwest Downtown Tower
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Matt Mathias and the whole FirstBank Southwest family is hosting our Business After Hours on Thursday. Join us from 5-7pm at the downtown Amarillo branch at 600 S Tyler on the 1st Floor and mix and mingle over food and drinks. You might even win some awesome FirstBank Southwest swag or door prizes. Check out the video on YouTube or Facebook for all the details on this event and several other things happening in the community.
"Business After Hours" are FREE business networking events for current and future members of the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce. They include food, drinks, door prizes, and networking with other business professionals! Look for the event on Facebook and invite your friends!
| | Chamber BBQ Cook-Off is 2 Weeks Away on October 2nd | | |
The Amarillo Chamber of Commerce is holding the 29th Annual Good Times Celebration Barbecue Cook-Off from 5pm-8pm on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at the Tri-State Fairgrounds. The parking lot south of the Amarillo National Center Arena at the Fairgrounds will showcase 100 cooking teams and sponsors serving up mouthwatering barbecue with all the trimmings and ice-cold beverages. The event will also feature live music from “Next to Kin” and awards for the top 3 places in corporate, amateur, and professional divisions cooking ribs, brisket, and other meat.
Tickets for this event are $35 in advance or will be $45 at the gate and include all you can eat, drink, and network with live music. Tickets are on sale now at the Tri-State Fairgrounds Office at 3301 SE 10th or online at TriStateFair.com.
Special thanks to our presenting sponsors Reed Beverage, Tyson Foods, and United Supermarket/Market Street/Amigos, and nearly 100 other sponsoring teams.
Get more information on this event at https://www.amarillo-chamber.org/barbecue-cook-off.html or by calling the Chamber at (806) 373-7800 or searching Amarillo Chamber on social media.
| | Check Out this New BBQ Teaser Video from Andrews & Associates | | Our friends at Andrews & Associates not only handle our cyber and IT issues for the Chamber, they also sometimes show up at our events with cameras and drones and get cool footage and make us awesome teaser videos. So check out this 30-second highlight reel from last year's event and make plans to join us at the Fairgrounds on Thursday, October 2nd from 5-8pm. Get tickets in advance for just $35 each or they will be $45 at the gate. Watch or share the video from YouTube or Facebook. | | We have limited space available for 1 Silver Sponsor and 2 Bronze Sponsors. Click the button for more information and to sign up. | | | Welcome 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 of different membership levels, click here, or give us a call at (806) 373-7800. | | |
Sweep & Scrub Cleaning Services LLC
Jose Bustos
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 282-0826
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580661458840
Janitorial Service
Cactus Containers
Clay Stark
3175 W Loop 335 N
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 557-3508
https://cactuscontainerstx.com/
Equipment Sales and Support
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Chamber Events Coming Up Soon | | |
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
Chamber Event: Head Cook's Meeting**
5:00 p.m.
Chamber Grounds at 10th & Polk
Closed Meeting for the Head Cook's of the 2025 BBQ Cook-Off
More Information: Lindsey, (806) 342-2006
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Ground Breaking: Western Bank
11:00 a.m.
8611 Patriot Dr. (Corner of Patriot & Soncy)
Major Expansion / New Branch Location
More Information: Sydney, (806) 346-8323
Find this event on Facebook
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
Council Meeting: Business Council**
11:45 a.m.
Chamber Board Room
Closed meeting for Council Members only.
More Information: Lindsey, (806) 342-2006
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
Board Meeting: Chamber Board of Directors**
12:00 p.m.
Reed Beverage
Closed meeting for Council Members only.
More Information: Lindsey, (806) 342-2006
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2
Chamber Event: 29th Annual Good Times Celebration Barbecue Cook-Off
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tri-State Fairgrounds - 3301 SE 10th
Join us for an evening of food, drinks, fun, live music, and lots of networking. All-Inclusive Tickets are $35/person in advance or will be $45 the day of the event and at the gate. Advanced Tickets are sold ONLY through the Tri-State Fairgrounds office or their website. Tickets are NOT sold at the Chamber or any other ticketing outlet as in the past.
More information: (806) 373-7800
Find this event on Facebook
NOTE: The Chamber staff will be working off-site most of the week for this event. Office hours will be limited and we will not schedule any ribbon cuttings or other events the week of 9/29 - 10/3.
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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.
| | Sponsored Content: Click here or the image above for more information on the Don Harrington Discovery Center or click here to email a representative directly. | | Ag & Natural Resources Council Meeting Recap | | |
The Chamber's Ag & Natural Resources Council held their monthly meeting at the Chamber last week. The Council is working on plans for the Annual Ag Appreciation Lunch that is held in conjunction with the Amarillo Farm & Ranch Show in early December. The group discussed speaker candidates and topics for the agenda. The group is also making plans for an outreach trip to an area community later this Fall.
Council Members Present: Brent Auvermann, Brice Sheets, Connie Brown, Jacob Cates, Joel Riedel, Josh Winegarner, Kimberly Clark, Kristi Morrow, Luke Jones, Shannon Parker, Trent Tyson, Wes Reeves, and Jason Harrison.
For more information on the Ag & Natural Resources Council, contact Jason at (806) 342-2018.
| | Governmental Affairs Council Meeting Recap | | |
The Chamber's Governmental Affairs Council held their monthly meeting at the Chamber last week with a program from Luke Jones with the City of Amarillo. Jones discussed his role with the city and the Intelligence Liaison Office and his departments efforts to work with other security groups such as local police, the FBI, to better secure the city and the panhandle. He highlighted security efforts dealing with crimes such as drug trafficking, agriterrorism, supply chain issues, cyber security, as it relates to important industries in Amarillo and the Panhandle including the Pantex and Bell facilities.
Governmental Affairs Council Members Present: Adriana Stowers, Andrew Freeman, Bob Austin, Brice Sheets, Chad Huseman, David Hemphill, Debbie Walker, Doug Nelson, Jacob Cates, Joel Riedel, Josh Winegarner, Kashion Smith, Kristi Morrow, Luke Jones, Marvin Franz, Megan Reed, Ronnie Walker, Shannon Parker, Tamme Aureli, Trystan Franks, and Jason Harrison.
For more information on the Governmental Affairs Council, contact Jason at (806) 342-2018.
| | Taking Flight -- Private Air Charter Demand Survey for Amarillo and the Panhandle Region | | As part of our continuing efforts at Taking Flight to continue to explore ways of adding beneficial and convenient air travel options at the Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, we’re gathering insights from individuals and organizations in the Panhandle region to better understand interest, trends, and needs related to private air charter services. This short survey takes 3–5 minutes. All responses are confidential and used only for market research. | | | Recent Ribbon Cutting Events | | Sponsored Content: Click here or the image above to read the latest News from the Amarillo Tribune and click here to email a representative directly. | |
Sponsored Content. Click here or the ad above for more information.
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Additional Business Resources & Opportunities | | | | |
BRICKLY NEWSLETTER FROM BRICK & ELM MAGAZINE | September 16
- Tri-State Fair is Underway
- Local Focus
- 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
- AC/WTAMU Enrollment Up
- Bizarre Bazaar Spooky Market
- AISD National Merit Scholars
- Neonatal ICU Reunion at Northwest
- Chip Chandler’s “Can’t Miss”
- Local Job Listings
- Eye on Amarillo
- Sandcastle Days at Shark Beach
- Local Obituaries (2nd WSeptember)
- and More
Click here to read the entire update.
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THE AMARILLO WEEKLY EDIT | September 16
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.
- Shark Beach is Bringing the Beach to Amarillo September 18-21, 2025
- Events this Week
- Exhibits | On-going Events | Workshops
- Last Call: Win a $1000 Gift Card
- 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 Chamber Members 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 2025
All events are tentative and subject to change.
Watch the online calendar for more details and updates.
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Events in Bold have a fee to participate. Other events listed are the hosts for Business After Hours which are free to attend.
2025
9/18/25 - FirstBank Southwest
10/2/25 - 29th Annual Chamber Barbecue Cook-Off
10/16/25 - Casey Carpet One
11/6/25 - WTAMU Amarillo Center with co-hosts NWTHS & Brandability
11/20 - Coffee with the Chamber for Global Entrepreneurship Week at the WT Enterprise Center
12/3/25 - Ag Appreciation Luncheon
12/4/25 - 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.
| | Thank You 2024-25 Supporting Small Business Initiative Partners | | |
The Chamber is thrilled to recognize our sponsors that stepped up to be part of the Supporting Small Business Initiative for 2024-25. 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: City of Amarillo, Amarillo Economic Development Corporation, Amarillo National Bank, Atmos Energy, FirstBank Southwest, Happy State Bank, Northwest Texas Healthcare System, Pantex, Reed Beverage, and Xcel Energy. RUBY PARTNERS: Amarillo College, Casey Carpet One, Double U Marketing, Insurica, Prosperity Bank, Southwest Airlines, Street Volkswagen, and TEEMS Manufacturing. SAPPHIRE PARTNERS: Adobe Walls Stoneworks, Albers Aerospace, Andrews & Associates,Bank of America, BSA Health System, Carson Wealth Management, Caviness Beef Packers, Fuller & Sons Construction, KT Black, and Off the Court Property Maintenance.
If you would like to know more about this program and the benefits of partnership, contact Jason Harrison at (806) 373-7800.
| | A Reminder to Check the Address BEFORE You Click Links or Open Attachments | | |
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.
| | Authorized Chamber Advertising Partners | | 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. | | |
See our Staff Directory with photos, direct phone numbers and more
on our Contact Us page of the website.
| | 2024-25 Chamber Board of Directors | | |
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Richard Constancio
Chair
Shiver-Megert & Associates
Julie Imke
Chair-Elect
Harrington Academic Hall
WTAMU Amarillo Center
Michael Gonzales
Finance Chair
Atmos Energy
Spanky Assiter
Past Chair
Assiter Auctioneers
Dusty Doyle
Membership & Quality of Life Chair
Casey Carpet One
Jason Harrison
President & CEO
Amarillo Chamber of Commerce
Wes Wright
Business Chair
Wright Law TX, PLLC
Ed Nichols
Governmental Affairs Council Chair
Brown, Graham & Company
Brice Sheets
Ag & Natural Resources Chair
Alpha Media
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DIRECTORS
Heath Acker, Amarillo National Bank
Brad Baldridge, Xcel Energy
Patricia Bara, M&R Liquor
Travis Chaney, United Supermarkets
Sonja Clark, Bell
Julie Doty, Nothing Bundt Cakes
Tony Ensor, Amarillo Sod Poodles
Jake Foust, Whitney Russell
Joey Graham, Graham Brothers Jewelers
Jack Light, Cumulus Media
Matt Mathias, Firstbank Southwest
Brent McClure, KFDA NewsChannel 10
David Meraz, Street Volkswagen
Joby Mills, Happy State Bank
Lindsey Murphy, Education Credit Union
Mike Ohm, Lemert, Holder, Ohm
Grayson Path, Amarillo City Representative
Brady Ragland, Tri-State Fair & Rodeo
Wendi Swope, Double U Marketing
John David Terry, Elevate Amarillo Representative
Debbie Walker, Moreland Real Estate Group
Tawanna Walker, Toot'n Totum
Trevor Williams, Reed Beverage
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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