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Weekly News &
Business Resource Update
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This week's email includes:
- The Chamber on The Chat at 7:15am Tomorrow
- A Video & Reminder of Thursday's Business After Hours at Adobe Walls
- 1 New Member to Welcome
- 3 Recent Ribbon Cutting Photos and Videos
- More Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings, Ground Breakings, Council Meetings & Events Happening Soon
- Text Message Reminders about Networking Events
- Additional Business Resources & Opportunities Including:
- Main Point Monday eNewsletter | June 19
- Brickly eNewsletter | June 20
- Chamber Job Bank -- List Your Job Openings For Free
- Online Community Calendar - Promote Your Events
- A List of Chamber Events Happening in 2023
- 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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The Chamber on The Chat - Wednesday, June 21st | |
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Tune into The Chat on KGNC News Talk 710 AM or 97.5 FM or NewsChannel 10 Too tomorrow morning (Wednesday, June 21) at 7:15am to get the latest information on our next Business After Hours and other upcoming events. Penni Bentley will join David and Chuck on air to share what's going on with the Chamber.
The Chat runs Monday - Friday from 7am - 9am. Thanks to the KGNC and KFDA for sharing our Chamber news with your listeners and viewers!
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Join us Thursday for Business After Hours
at Adobe Walls StoneWorks
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"Business After Hours" are FREE business networking events for current and future members of the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce. They include free food, drinks, door prizes, and lots of networking. Click here for more information on these events on our website, or click here to find the event on Facebook and invite your friends and colleagues.
Check out the video we shot at Adobe Walls with Sarah Young for more information onThursday's After Hours. Watch or share it on YouTube or Facebook.
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Welcome to this New Chamber Member | |
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 (806) 373-7800. | |
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VIP IT Pros LLC
Craig Thompson
2607 Wolflin Ave #242
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 576-7901
www.vipitpros.com
VIP IT Pros was derived to fill a void in the marketplace. Sure, a lot of companies provide managed IT services or outsourced IT. What makes us so unique? We hire motivated professionals who live to make your life easier. They understand the frustrations you face as a busy professional or a business owner. They will listen and not waste your time. Most importantly we solve the technology issues that are keeping you up at night.
We have proven ourselves serving busy professionals just like you. Our customers include Small and medium sized businesses, Financial Advisors, CPAs, Attorneys, Doctors and more! We are based out of Amarillo, Texas but we serve Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Louisiana.
We are able to resolve most issues over the phone in just a few minutes but when it is a real problem that can’t be resolved over the phone, via remote access. We are committed to providing the best service available period.
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Click here or the image above to view or share this photo on Facebook,
or click here to watch the ribbon cutting video.
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Click here or the image above to view or share this photo on Facebook,
or click here to watch the ribbon cutting video.
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Click here or the image above to view or share this photo on Facebook,
or click here to watch the ribbon cutting video.
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Chamber Events Coming Up Soon | |
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NOW THROUGH FRIDAY, JULY 7
Chamber Building Closed to Public
The Chamber, CVB, and Center City are working remotely as our building at 1000 S Polk undergoes some renovation. Please reach out to each organization via phone or email to reach staff or make arrangements to meet with them offsite. We apologize for any inconvenience.
More Information: Denise, (806) 373-7800
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TUESDAY, JUNE 27
Council Meeting: Business Council**
11:45am
Amarillo National Bank Skyline Conference Room
More Information: Mary, (806) 342-2009
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THURSDAY, JUNE 29
Club Meeting: Round-Up Luncheon**
11:45am
Public House at 3333 S Coulter
More Information: Ashley, (806) 342-2015
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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.
* NOTE: We will help promote Ribbon Cutting or Ground Breaking events held outside of our normal business hours, however, we cannot guarantee the Chamber Staff or RoundUp Club members will be in attendance.
**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.
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Sponsored Content: Click here or the graphic to learn more about this special discount
or click here to email representative Wendy Cox directly.
For more information on promoting your business with Sponsored Content, click here.
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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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MAIN POINT MONDAY FROM AMARILLO MATTERS | June 19
This week's newsletter includes information on:
- The Lead: The 2023 Legislative Session
- State News
- Local News
- Out and About
- and more
Click here to read the entire update.
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BRICKLY NEWSLETTER FROM BRICK & ELM MAGAZINE | June 20
This week's newsletter includes information on:
- Tornado Destruction in Perryton
- Local Focus
- Early voting ends today
- Bivins Mansion closed for renovations
- Innovation Outpost plans AI summit
- TXDOT starts next Loop 335 work phase
- Gov. Abbott vetoes Amarillo-inspired bill
- Chip Chandler’s “Can’t Miss”
- Eye on Amarillo
- Spaces: Sprucing Up a Guest Room
- and more
Click here to read the entire update.
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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 2023
All events are tentative and subject to change.
Watch the online calendar for more details and updates.
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6/22/23 Business After Hours at Adobe Walls Stoneworks
7/13/23 Business After Hours at Amarillo National Bank Skyline Conf. Room
7/20/23 Chamber Open Golf Tournament
8/10/23 Business After Hours at the Tri-State Exposition / Fairgrounds
8/24/23 Business Excellence Awards Celebration
9/7/23 Business After Hours at Casey Carpet One
9/21/23 Business After Hours at FirstBank Southwest Downtown Tower
10/5/23 27th Annual Chamber Barbecue Cook-Off
10/19/23 Business After Hours at Rockwood Furniture
11/9/23 Business After Hours at Four Points Sheraton (Hosted by RAM Hotels)
12/7/23 Business After Hours at 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 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 2022-2023. 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, FirstCapital Bank of Texas, Southwest Airlines, and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. SAPPHIRE PARTNERS: Andrews & Associates / cat.man.du, AT&T, Avant Garden, 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 or Ashley Gutierrez at (806) 373-7800.
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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 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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2022-23 Chamber Board of Directors | |
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
John Luciano
Chair
Street Volkswagen
Spanky Assiter
Chair-Elect
Assiter Auctioneers
Richard Constancio
Finance Chair
Shiver-Megert & Associates
Chris Reed
Past Chair
Reed Beverage
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
Alpha Media
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DIRECTORS
Tyler Andrews, Andrews & Assoc. / cat.man.du
Blaine Baker, Crown House Insurance
Brad Baldridge, Xcel Energy
Kevin Carter, Amarillo EDC
Sonja Clark, Bell
Tony Ensor, Amarillo Sod Poodles
Michael Gonzales, Atmos Energy
Andrew Hall, Amarillo EDC
Mark Hodges, FirstCapital Bank of Texas
Jody Holland, Jody Holland Training & Speaking
Matt Irwin, Insurica DFB
Karen Isern, Amarillo National Bank
Wade King, AgTexas Farm Credit
Charles Leard, M&R Liquor
Brent McClure, KFDA NewsChannel 10
Jared Miller, Amarillo City Representative
Joby Mills, Happy State Bank
Trent Morris, Workforce Solutions Panhandle
Lindsey Murphy, Education Credit Union
Joseph Peterson, Edward Jones
Brady Ragland, Tri-State Expo
Lindsay Reynolds, Elevate Amarillo President
Chris Rhynehart, Rhynehart Roofing
Doug Street, Affiliated Foods
Wendi Swope, Double U Marketing
Sean Wright, GVH Distribution
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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