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Weekly News &
Business Resource Update
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Tuesday, October 19, 2021 |
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This week's email includes photos from our recent Chamber BBQ Cook-Off and the Business After Hours last week. We are also excited to invite you to a free business leader panel discussion and seminar coming up next week on October 28th. We are happy to welcome 3 new members and share photos from 3 recent ribbon cutting events. We have lots of events coming up in the next couple of weeks and don't forget to get out and exercise your right to vote on November 2nd or take advantage of early voting that is open now through October 29th. Other upcoming events you should mark your calendar now for include Business After Hours on November 4th, Global Entrepreneurship Week starting November 8th, and Mega Market on November 18th. We are pleased to announce that AT&T is our newest SSBI partner. Get information on all of this and more below.
We will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation and add new information and resources to our COVID Resource Page on our website that may be important to our members.
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
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It took a little while, but we finally uploaded all of the photos from our 25th Annual Good Times Celebration Barbecue Cook-Off on October 7th at the Fairgrounds. Click here to view the online photo album and feel free to download, print, or share anything you like.
Congratulations to all our winners, and thank you, EVERYONE, for supporting this fun networking event! See the full list of winners here.
Save the Date for our 26th Annual Cook-Off that will be held on Thursday, October 6, 2022! If your business would like to be on the list of participants, email Lindsey. |
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Thanks Casey Carpet for Hosting Business After Hours Last Week |
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We had a great turnout for our Business After Hours at Casey Carpet One last week. Check out more photos in our online album and don't miss the next event at The Nesting Place in Bushland on November 4th. |
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FREE In-Person Leadership Seminar
Thursday, October 28th | 8am - 1030am
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The Chamber and our Supporting Small Business Initiative Partners together with Jody Holland are thrilled to bring you our Business Leader Panel Discussion and Leader-Shift Seminar on Thursday, October 28th from 8am-1030am at the Sharpened Iron Studios. The in-person event will kick off at 8am with a light breakfast and recognition of our partners before a panelist discussion with community leaders on topics such as insurance, healthcare, retail, banking, economic development, and more. The event will conclude with an educational seminar from Jody Holland on dealing with employment and leadership when millions do not want to work called Leader-Shift.
Take advantage of this free event for our members and guests. Please RSVP to this event by emailing denise@amarillo-chamber.org with your business name and the names of those who will be attending by 10/26. |
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Welcome to these New Members |
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Atrea Inn Amarillo
Al Patel
2035 Paramount Blvd
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 803-2590
One-of-a-kind roadtrip hotel with an upscale feel and a fun outdoor courtyard, perfect for leisure or business travel.
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Superior Roofing & Construction LLC
Frank Frausto
9282 Clinton Glenn
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 570-7704
Local owned company based in Amarillo Tx. We are here to serve Amarillo and the local surrounding areas with any residential, commercial roofing, and construction needs. We are here to provide excellent customer service and a stress-free experience for our customers.
TeaN'ergy
Amanda Garten
5703 Gem Lake Rd
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 803-0211
Our mission is to help people build a healthy lifestyle through the benefits of loose leaf tea while improving the communities we are a part of Healthy Tea 4 Healthy Living.
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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 our Membership Director Ashley a call at 373-7800.
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Recent Ribbon Cutting & Ground Breaking Events
View more past event photos in our Facebook Album or on Instagram
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Is your organization a new member of the Chamber? Is your business celebrating a milestone anniversary (10, 25, or 50 years) in business? Have you recently moved to a new location or undergone a major renovation? Will you be building a new location for your business? We can help you celebrate with a Ribbon Cutting or Ground Breaking event. Contact Christy Bigler at (806) 342-2004 for more information, and request your free Ribbon Cutting or Ground Breaking through the event request form online here. |
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Upcoming Events Within Next Two Weeks |
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21
4:00pm
1600 S. Coulter, Ste. 100
More Information: Misty, 731-4000
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22
1:00pm
2439 I-40 West
More Information: Christa, 300-0155
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27
10:30am
2300 N. Western Street, Ste. 115C (WT Enterprise Center)
More Information: Tam/Joseph: (832) 560-8450
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28
8:00am - 10:30am
1314 S Polk - Sharpened Iron Studio
This event brought to members free of charge thanks to our generous Supporting Small Business Initiative Partners. More details coming soon!
More Information: Jason, 342-2018
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28
11:00am
2615 Wolflin Village
More Information: Cade, 414-1201
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29
12:00pm
8723 Plum Creek Drive
More Information: Josey, 641-1930
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29
12:15pm
8723 Plum Creek Drive
More Information: Josey, 641-1930
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1
12:00pm
1619 Kentucky Street, Suite F640
More Information: Billy, 420-3771
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Sponsored Content: Click here or the ad above for more information,
or click here to email a Vivint representative directly.
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Business After Hours at the Nesting Place
Thursday, November 4th | 5-7pm
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Chamber to Participate in Global Entrepreneurship Week
November 8-12, 2021
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The Chamber will host Coffee with the Chamber on Monday, November 8th from 830am-1030pm at Revolution at 800. More details coming soon! |
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Registration Now Open for Fall Mega Market |
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Click here to get more information on this fun networking event and reserve your seat today. Space is limited, so don't miss out! Contact Denise at 373-7800 if you have questions. |
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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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MAIN POINT MONDAY FROM AMARILLO MATTERS | October 18
This week's newsletter contains information on:
- The Lead: Early Voting Begins Today
- State News
- Local News
- Sports Wrap - Marusak Makes History as AHS Clinches Playoff Spot
- Out & About
- and more
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BRICKLY NEWSLETTER FROM BRICK & ELM MAGAZINE | October 19
This week's newsletter includes information on:
- Allegiant Launches New Las Vegas Nonstop
- Local Focus
- AC Student Media Wins National Collegiate Awards
- Early Voting Underway for November Municipal Election
- Big Brothers Big Sisters Hosts Clays for Kids' Sake Saturday
- One Last Market This Weekend
- Chip Chandler's "Can't Miss"
- Eye on the Area
- Chose to Reuse...Photographers
- and more
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GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP WEEK | November 8 - 12
Global Entrepreneurship Week is the world’s largest celebration of innovators and job creators who launch startups that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth, and expand human welfare. During one week each November, GEW inspires people everywhere through local, national, and global activities designed to help them take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey. These activities, from large-scale competitions and events to intimate networking gatherings, connect participants to potential collaborators, mentors, and even investors — introducing them to new possibilities and exciting opportunities.
Stay tuned for an exciting announcement about GEW in Amarillo, coming in November!
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SMALL BUSINESS CREDIT SURVEY - PLEASE RESPOND BY NOVEMBER 19
Small businesses are critical to the US economy. But data on small businesses is limited—especially data on how and why small businesses seek financing.
By taking the survey, small-business owners contribute to data that directly informs the Fed, federal government agencies, service providers, and others—ultimately benefitting their business and other businesses like theirs.
The survey takes 10 minutes to complete and is open to for-profit businesses with fewer than 500 employees. Responses are confidential, and small-business owners do not need to provide any personal information. Take the survey today—it closes on Friday, November 19. CLICK HERE to take the short survey.
Click here to email the Federal Reserve for questions.
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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.
If you have questions about using the calendar, or what kinds of events are allowed, contact Denise at 373-7800. |
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Thank you to our newest SSBI Partner, AT&T. We appreciate your support of the Chamber and our entire business community! |
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The Chamber is thrilled to announce and recognize our new sponsors that are stepping up to be part of the Supporting Small Business Initiative for 2021-2022. This new 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.
If you would like to know more about this program and the benefits of partnership, contact Jason Harrison at (806) 373-7800 or jason@amarillo-chamber.org. |
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Chamber Events Planned for 2021
All events are tentative and subject to change.
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10/28 - Business Leader Panel Discussion In-Person Seminar
11/4 - Business After Hours at The Nesting Place - Bushland
11/18 - Fall Mega Market
11/18 - Business After Hours at Fairfield/Four Points Downtown Amarillo
12/1 - Ag Appreciation Luncheon at the Amarillo Civic Center
12/2 - Business After Hours at Street Toyota
12/9 - Annual Banquet & Business Excellence Awards
12/16 - Business After Hours at Rt. 66 Auto Haus
If you have questions about participating in or sponsoring any events, please call the Chamber at 373-7800.
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COVID 19 Vaccine Offered Through City of Amarillo |
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The City of Amarillo Public Health Department is currently administering COVID-19 vaccines. Be sure to check the clinic hours, vaccine availability, or the Mobile Clinic location ONLINE before going. |
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Chamber Partner Cramer Marketing Offers
Advertising Options to Members
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The Chamber has had a partnership with Cramer Marketing (formerly Data Flow) for more than 15 years. Cramer is great at helping us promote our Members in our Printed Directory and our community through our Relocation Guides and City Maps. We are proud to offer these high-quality publications to our members and people looking to call Amarillo home at no cost thanks to our generous supporters and advertisers. Sold, produced, and printed locally! If you would like to showcase your business in these great publications, give us or the Cramer Marketing team a call at (806) 371-7310.
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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, Al Forys, and his team will 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 Al Forys at the contact information below.
Senior Sales Executive
CGI Communications, Inc.
(585) 576-0947
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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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President & CEO
VP of Membership & Business Development
VP of Communications & Marketing
Membership Director
Business Development Director
Database Administrator
Director of First Impressions
Communication & Marketing Assistant
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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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2021-22 Chamber Board of Directors |
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Chris Reed
Chair
Reed Beverage
John Luciano
Chair-Elect
Street Volkswagen
Spanky Assiter
Finance Chair
Assiter Auctioneers
Dusty Doyle
Past Chair
Casey Carpet One Floor & Home
Jason Harrison
President & CEO
Amarillo Chamber of Commerce
Wes Wright
Business Chair
Wright Law TX, PLLC
Julie Imke
Membership & Quality of Life Chair
Harrington Academic Hall
WTAMU Amarillo Center
Ed Nichols
Governmental Affairs Council Chair
Brown Graham & Company, P.C.
Brice Sheets
Ag & Natural Resources Chair
Texas Farm Bureau Insurance
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DIRECTORS
Tyler Andrews, Andrews & Associates / cat.man.du
Blaine Baker, Crown House Insurance
Scott Bentley, Amarillo EDC
David Bishop, Amarillo ISD
Kevin Carter, Amarillo EDC
Sonja Clark, Bell
Richard Constancio, Shiver-Megert & Associates
Michael Gonzales, Atmos Energy
Joe Graham, Graham Brothers Jewelers
Mark Hodges, FirstCapital Bank of Texas
Matt Irwin, Insurica DFB
Karen Isern, Amarillo National Bank
Wade King, Underwood Law Firm
Charles Leard, M&R Liquor
Sabrina Meck-Perez, Elevate Amarillo President
Jared Miller, Amarillo City Representative
Trent Morris, Workforce Solutions Panhandle
Lindsey Murphy, Education Credit Union
Darrin Murphy, Cal Farley's Boys Ranch
Joseph Peterson, Edward Jones
Brady Ragland, Tri-State Expo
Chris Rhynehart, Rhynehart Roofing
Brandy Sanchez, KAMR/KCIT/KCPN - TV
Doug Street, Affiliated Foods
Wendi Swope, Double U Marketing
Ronnie Walker, Xcel Energy
Mikel Williamson, Happy State Bank
Sean Wright, GVH Distribution
Learn more about our Board of Directors
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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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