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Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce 600 E. Depot PO Box 880 Brownwood, TX 76804
April 8, 2011 Volume 6, Issue 4
Your April 2011 Monthly Chamber Newsletter I NSIDE T HIS I SSUE PAGE 2 • Indoor/Outdoor Show Layout, Exhibitors PAGE 3 • Sponsors PAGE 4 • Campaign • Luncheon PAGE 5 • Ribbon Cuttings • New Members PAGE 6 • Chamber Banquet • New Board Members PAGE 7 • Chik-Fil-A Leadercast PAGE 8 • Indoor/Outdoor Flyer
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 4th Annual Indoor/Outdoor Expo presented by Home Depot on April 9th from 10am to 4pm at the Brownwood Coliseum with a great lineup of vendors, exhibitors, demonstrations, and just plain fun. The theme for 2011 is “Picnic in the Park” and the show will offer everything needed for springtime work and play. Vendors and exhibitors will offer a variety of products and services related to home improvement, gardening, recreation, home décor, and much more. New for 2011 is a lineup of “how-to” demonstrations including: 11:00 AM - “Spring Home Improvement Tips” Presented by Home Depot 12:30 PM - “Sneak Peak” Dazzling Divas! 1:00 PM - “Staging Your Home to Sell” Presented by Coldwell Banker & Associates 2:00 PM – “Going Green to Save Green” Presented by Home Depot
Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Phone: (325) 646-9535 Fax (325) 643-6686 membership @brownwoodchamber.org
Check out our up coming events on Page 6.
3:00 PM - “Top Ten Spring Gardening Tips” Presented by Weakley Watson True Value Hardware Archery Demonstrations Outside All Day Another featured attraction at this year’s show will be a charity dunking booth. Those in attendance will get a chance to dunk Mayor Stephen Haynes, City Manager Bobby Rountree, Brownwood Police Chief Mike Corley, Brownwood Finance Director Walter Middleton, and other local officials. All proceeds collected at the dunking booth will be donated to various local charitable organizations. Tickets to the show will cost $2 each at the door, but complementary tickets are now available at the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce office located at 600 E. Depot. Call 325-646-9535 for more information or visit BrownwoodChamber.org. This year’s show is presented by Home Depot and sponsored by Hoffpauir Outdoor Superstore, Oncor Electric Delivery, and Beds and More. See more information on pages 2, 3, and 8
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Vendor Brownwood Chamber /The Brownwood Store Beds & More Beds & More Beds & More Beds & More Beds & More Bob’s Fuels Bob’s Fuels Century Graphics & Signs, Inc. Fitness Fusion Victory Life Academy Big Country Ford – Lincoln – Mercury Big Country Ford – Lincoln – Mercury Central Texas Communications Demonstration Stage Mid-Tex Cellular Bruner Auto Group Bruner Auto Group City Officials Dunking Booth City Officials Dunking Booth Elliott Electric Elliott Electric RE/MAX GOLDSTAR Concho Valley Foundation Repair Pate’s Hardware Pate’s Hardware Airtite Products Leland’s Portable Buildings Hoffpauir Outdoor Superstore Dubco Solar Aces Full Signs & Wraps Open Hook & Anchor Marina Hook & Anchor Marina Open Heartland Chiropractic State Farm Insurance Nanny’s Best Home Depot Home Depot Sue’s Backyard Sue’s Backyard Oncor Oncor Oncor Oncor Hook & Anchor Marina Oncor Oncor Oncor Oncor Andy’s Pest Troopers Green Acres/I-Rent Green Acres/I-Rent Hook & Anchor Marina Heart of Texas Kubota Big Brothers Big Sisters Scentsy – Brandy Mills
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For most people, their home is the biggest financial and emotional investment they make. Through a variety of innovative merchandise and services, The Home Depot’s goal is to help consumers create the home of their dreams whether they want to do it themselves or have it done for them. In addition we offer specialized support and services for professional contractors and trades people to ensure they have the right tools and supplies for the job site. Our store inventory consists of up to 40,000 different kinds of building materials, home improvement supplies, appliances and lawn and garden products for all of your project needs. The Home Depot store is always stocked with merchandise that is localized to match this area's specific market needs. We even offer a low price guarantee to beat anyone's advertised specials. And if for some reason you can't find it in the stores, we offer 250,000 other products that we can special order for you. Home Services The Home Depot Home Services offers national installation services through pre-screened independent contractors for products ranging from floors to roofs, windows to water heaters, and kitchen cabinets to vinyl siding. Customers can call 325-643-1381 to schedule a free in-home consultation or learn more about the services offered. Free How-To Clinics Discover how you can get hands-on experience at the free How-To Clinics offered at The Home Depot store every Saturday and Sunday. Kids Workshops Check out Kids Workshops, our fun and free children's How-To Clinics held at The Home Depot store for kids and their parents. Come by and visit our booth at the 4th Annual Indoor Outdoor Expo on April 9th between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM at the Brownwood Coliseum. Let us help you make your home your paradise!
Hoffpauir Outdoor Superstore has three location to serve their customers; San Saba, Burnet, Goldthwaite. Customers will find quality new and used equipment from industry leaders like New Holland, Bush Hog, BigTex trailers, Cub Cadet. Take a drive through the scenic Hill Country from Austin, Dallas or Houston TX for the best New Holland service and selection in Texas. For more info go to their website at http://www.houtdoor.com/
Beds and More is owned and operated by Brad and Jennifer Boase and have been in business for nine years. We have a great selection of mattresses and furniture to meet everyone’s needs. From a modern living room set to a rustic dining room table and chairs, we can furnish your home. During these trying times we are committed to customer service and satisfaction. We continue to offer free delivery and set up for our customers. We have been proud members of the Brownwood Area Chamber since 2006. We would like to thank our loyal customers for their continued patronage over the last nine years. For all of you that haven’t visited Beds and More lately, we would like to take this opportunity to invite you to visit us soon. . Please stop by today at 805 N. Fisk in Brownwood and check out our great deals for your family.
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Oncor is inviting its Brownwood neighbors to the Indoor/Outdoor Expo on April 9th and encouraging customers to visit Ask Oncor. We Deliver. This open house-style exhibit features several interactive booths tailored to educating residents on smart meters, money saving tips and more. Added bonus? Attendees will receive free giveaways for their homes and have a chance to win prizes including a $200 American Express gift card! Oncor developed the Ask Oncor. We Deliver program as a way to connect with communities in its service territories across Texas. This event provides the opportunity for residents to ask questions and receive answers from Oncor representatives. Ask Oncor. is traveling throughout the state and will visit an estimated 75 cities in 2011. Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC (“Oncor”) is a regulated electric distribution and transmission business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor operates the largest distribution and transmission system in Texas, delivering power to more than 3 million homes and businesses and operating approximately 117,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas. www.oncorgroup.com
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Come see our selection of Texas Books on travel, wildflowers, history and humor. Sample our Texas treats! Booth #1 Indoor/Outdoor Expo
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Chamber Wraps-up First TRC Campaign The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce concluded its first ever Total Resource Campaign (TRC) on March 29th with a victory party sponsored by Painter & Johnson Financial. During the campaign, the Chamber brought collected $85,000 in sponsorship money with the help and hard
Robert Porter of Porter Insurance and Brian Wade each won an iPad in a drawing at the Victory Party.
work of local volunteers. During the TRC, volunteers sold sponsorship opportunities to local businesses for events and promotions offered through the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce. The TRC was designed to give Chamber members an array of opportunities to become more involved with the organization. Over a seven-week period which began February 8, dozens of volunteers worked in teams to help businesses design customized sponsorship plans for the entire year. The most successful volunteers won incentives, prizes and trips to Las Vegas. The top volunteer was Priscilla Monson of West/Central Valuation Service who brought in over $15,000. She was followed by Bryce Harris of WT Harris Company and Edda Ratliff who each sold more than $10,000 each in Chamber sponsorships.
Pictured are some of the top volunteers during the Chamber’s TRC. From left to right Robert Porter (Porter Insurance), Emily Crawford, Rick Newton (Bruner Auto Group), Edda Ratliff, Sam Stewardson (Bostick Auto Sales), and Bryce Harris (WT Harris Company).
Robert Porter of Porter Insurance and Brian Wade each won an iPad in a drawing at the Victory Party. The TRC Chairman Bert V. Massey, II was instrumental in helping move the campaign along and
Luncheon to Feature Workforce Solutions Sponsored by Verizon Communications The Chamber’s Monthly Luncheon will be Friday, April 15 at the Brownwood Country Club from 11:30 AM to 1 PM. The luncheon, which is open to members and guests, will feature an interesting program and will also include door prizes, introduction of new members and a cash drawing. Jerry Peters, Workforce Development Specialist, holds a Master’s Degree in Occupational Technical and Information Systems from the University of Houston, a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Studies from Abilene Christian University, an Associate’s Degree in Resource Management from Community College of The
Air Force, and an Associate’s Degree in Computer Network Technology from TSTC. Jerry served for 20 years in the United States Air Force and Retired in January 1991 as a Master Sergeant. He also served as a Personnel and Human Resources Superintendent and Instructor of Personnel while in the Air Force. Jerry
served for four years as a Trainer, Human Resource Specialist, and Commissioned Sales Associate at Sears in Abilene. He further served for 11 1/2 years as an Instructor of Networking Technology and Associate Vice President at Texas State Technical College West Texas Abilene. Jerry is a member of the Abilene Community Access Task Force and a member of the Education Workforce Solutions of Brown County. He is presently serving as a Workforce Development Specialist at Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas. This month’s SPONSOR is Verizon Communications. A representative of that
organization will address the attendees, introduce their guests and/or co-workers and provide an overview of services, including announcements of upcoming events. Door Prize will be provided courtesy of: Porter Insurance Agency and Top Cut Lawn Care. Luncheon will be approximately $11 per person to be paid at the door. Attendees may charge their meals to their personal country club account. Anyone interested in attending the luncheon is urged to RSVP to the Chamber by calling 325-646-9535. You can also register online on the Chamber’s website: www.brownwoodchamber. org
motivating the volunteers. With the help of Massey, volunteers, and staff; the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce had a successful Total Resource Campaign and are looking forward to next year.
Annual Open House Come celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week with us at our Annual Open House Thursday May 12th from 4pm-5:30pm in the Chamber board room. Each year we join the Travel Industry Association in a collective effort to promote the power of travel and enhance the country’s economy across the nation. For Brown County, travel and tourism has an estimated economic impact of $47 million annually and generates close to $900,000 in sales tax receipts. Roughly 610 jobs are supported directly through travel spending with residual affects in the larger job market. Tourism wouldn’t be possible without the support of our great community so please mark your calendar to be here May 12th. Refreshments will be served and our Hill Country designation will be our theme!
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RIBBON CUTTINGS
Brownwood Chamber Welcomes Tilt Shift Studios
CMS Healthcare Celebrates New Facility
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for Tilt Shift Studios on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 to welcome them as new members. Tilt Shift Studios specializes in wedding, portrait, fine art, and commercial photography. Owner Kim Hurt is a 3rd generation photographer and received her BFA from Abilene Christian University with a major in sculpture and a minor in photography. Kim started her photography business in Brownwood in 2007 and has been shooting full time ever since. Visit their website at http://www.tiltshiftstudios.com for more information about Tilt Shift Studios and samples of Kim’s work. Call 325-200-6404 for more information or to set an appointment.
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, March 17th to celebrate the new CMS Healthcare facility located at 1102 Early Blvd. Previously located on Austin Avenue, CMS Healthcare has been providing skilled and friendly home health care since 1988. Stop by and see the new and much larger facility today, visit their website www.cmshomehealthcare.com, or give them a call at 325-643-4900.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: Concho Valley Foundation Repair Concho Valley Foundation Repair is a local, family owned and operated business here to serve you. They are dedicated to offering uncompromising customer service based upon respect, honesty and integrity. Concho Valley Foundation Repair operates in both San Angelo and in Abilene and with 20 years experience they are dedicated to foundation repair. Concho Valley Foundation Repair offers peace of mind to our clients in the Big Country area, that their foundation problems will be solved for the life of their home. For more information contact them at 325-673-7899. KJD Enterprises – Since 1997, KJD Enterprises has specialized in the manufacture of loaders for farm equipment. Stop by their location, 2700 Virgil Gray, and visit with Kenneth Day for your large equipment needs. For more information call 325-6410420 or visit www.kdloaders.com. Cullen’s Hometown Market, LLC – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Cullen Sliger and Cullen’s Hometown Market as a new member. Cullen has revived the old Sliger’s Produce and is open and ready for business! He has a full market of beautiful spring plants and flowers, fresh produce and so much more! Stop by 113 Early Blvd.
and get ready for spring, Monday – Saturday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Sundays 12 Noon to 7:00 PM. Visit www.cullensmarket.com for more information on products available! Bostick’s Auto & Truck Sales – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Bostick’s Auto & Truck Sales as one of its newest members. Bostick’s is an established car dealership whose name and superior reputation is well-known in the Brownwood and Early communities. Bostick’s specializes in late model, low mileage used cars, trucks, and SUV’s to meet any person’s need and budget. Stop by 2210 Belle Plain or the newest location on Austin Avenue or give them a call at 325-641-1150 to see how they can get you on the move! Taylors Mini Mall – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Taylors Mini Mall to the chamber. Located at 308 Melwood, Taylors Mini Mall offers the Brownwood area quality truck and car accessories as well as window tinting. For more information on how they can help spruce your vehicle up, call 325643-9903. Triple T Grill – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to
welcome Triple T Grill to the Chamber. Triple T has been a Brownwood favorite for many years and in 1998 was purchased by Jerry Shepherd. Jerry has worked hard to maintain the great reputation of the restaurant by continuing to provide delicious hamburgers, Blue Bell Ice Cream and of course the yummy sodas! They offer dine in and carry out as well as delivery! Stop in for a bite to eat Monday through Saturday, 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM or call in your order to 325-646-8619. Airtite Products – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Bob Kirby and Airtite Products as a new member. Since 1984, Airtite has specialized in the manufacture of aluminum and vinyl windows as well as the replacement of windows, doors, and screens. For more information visit www.airtiteproducts.com or give them a call at 325-672-5774. Stop by the Indoor Outdoor Expo, on Saturday April 9th at the Brownwood Coliseum and check out the Airtite Display! Union Presbyterian Church – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome the Union Presbyterian Church. Union Presbyterian Church was established in 1967 when First Presbyterian Church, founded in 1876, and Austin Avenue Presbyterian Church, founded in 1875, joined together at the current location on Fisk Avenue. The Church
office is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Sunday service begins with 9:15 AM Education, 10:30 AM Worship and Evening Youth Meeting. For more information visit www.unionpresbrownwood.org or call 325-646-8569.
with his delicious food and catering services. He has recently opened CR Catering, located at 1906 Hwy 377 South, and offers cooking classes, kids birthday parties, Chef schooling as well as catering. For more information call Casey at (325) 647-2551 or visit www.crcateringbycasey.com.
T&S Petroleum – Established in December of 2004, T&S Petroleum is a local consulting office for the Petroleum Industry. Owners, Gayla and Donnie Tibbitts have over 29 years experience in this industry and specialize in sharing their knowledge to the customer’s best interest. Their goal is to become your engineer and consultant headquarters. They approach each project with the highest professional standards and view every project as their own. For more information visit www.t-sconsulting.com or call them at 325-646-3400.
KTXS/CW Abilene - The Brownwood Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome KTXS as one of its newest members. KTXS is one of this areas source for area news via television media. KTXS also includes KTES and CW Abilene that deliver various programs and popular television shows and dramas to the Brownwood area. For more information visit their website, www.ktxs.com.
Mr. Taxi – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Mr. Taxi to the chamber and the community! Jason Jones, owner of Mr. Taxi, strives to offer clean, fast and friendly taxi service in the Brownwood/Early area. For more information contact Jason at 325-6461111. CR Catering – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Casey Rowlett and CR Catering to the chamber! Casey has wowed this area for over 25 years
Dazzling Diva’s - Dazzling Diva’s is a fashion accessory boutique to fit anyone’s style, lifestyle, and taste. Whether it is stopping in to find a stylish outfit, fabulous purse, or stocking up on fashionable accessories, Dazzling Diva’s has it all. Dazzling Diva’s not only offers the newest trends in clothing, jewelry, purses, and accessories but is also affordable to fit anyone’s budget. Dazzling Diva’s helps shoppers pull together their look through the key finishing touches – earrings, necklaces, bracelets, handbags, scarves, belts ... in a fun, boutique environment. Stop by today and check out the unique boutique, located inside Heartland Mall!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Brownwood Chamber Annual Banquet Presented by Landmark Life Insurance Company
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet is only a few days away. There are still a few seats remaining, but the event is expected to be sold out—with approximately 400 attendees. This annual event will celebrate the accomplishments of the year and acknowledge the many volunteers who make Brownwood a terrific place to live and work. Outgoing Board Members will receive a plaque for serving on the Chamber’s Board of Directors. Gregg Rice, Chairman of the Board (2010-11) will make brief remarks before turning the gavel over to incoming Chairman Don Bostic. Emcee Rex Tackett will keep the evening’s festivities moving along with his wit and humor. Featuring the Presentation of Community Service Awards: * Outgoing Board Members and Chairman * Good Neighbors, sponsored by these business partners: Jennifer Newton, Realtor - Coldwell Banker Insurance Specialists Caring Family Network Mid-Tex Cellular
* Community Partner * Ambassador of the Year, sponsored by Kyle Kirkland, DDS * Small, Medium and Large Business of the Year, sponsored by these business partners: Jones Carpets Ag-Mart TexasBank * Professional of the Year, sponsored by Western Bank * Man of the Year, sponsored by BrownwoodNews.com * Woman of the Year, sponsored by Auto Glass Magic * Groner Pitts “Lifetime of Service” Award, sponsored by Dr. Robert Goodwin
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The evening will begin with a Reception at 6:30 PM that is sponsored by Armadillo Distributing. Dinner will be served at 7:00 and the awards presentation will begin at 7:20. For more information, contact the Chamber at 325-6469535, email us at director@brownwoodchamber.org or register on the Events Calendar on www.brownwoodchamber.org.
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NEW CHAMBER BOARD MEMBERS Josh Stegemoller Josh Stegemoller grew up in Brownwood and graduated Brownwood High School in 1997. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Avian Anatomy and Physiology from Texas A&M University in 2001. He is a real estate broker in the office of Donnie Stegemoller Realtors. Josh has over ten years of experience selling land, lake & residential real estate. Josh is married to Brownwood native, Hilary (Stewardson) and they have a one year old son named Gus. When Josh has time and opportunity, he enjoys fishing, hunting, and traveling. Every summer Josh grows a huge tomato garden and enjoys spending time at Lake Brownwood.
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Sam Waldrop Sam Waldrop is a Brownwood native, graduating Brownwood High School in 1992. After finishing an Architectural degree at Texas A&M, he moved to Austin, Texas to continue his design training for several years. About ten years ago, Sam returned home to Brownwood with his lovely wife Jenny. Today, he helps run the family business, Waldrop Construction Company, while raising three energetic boys. Sam is excited to serve on the chamber board, because he wants to give back to the community that has given so much to him.
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Brownwood Country Club A great place to golf, swim, relax and socialize. Whether it’s making new friends or maybe all you want is a great meal in a beautiful setting then come to the Brownwood Country Club and enjoy some of the finest food and fellowship that a private club has to offer. Call today for information on membership.
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HPU Fest Howard Payne University HPU Stinger Daze Howard Payne University Indoor/Outdoor Expo 2011 Brownwood Coliseum Bunco for Relay for Life Early High School Coffey Anderson in Concert Victory Life Auditorium Chamber Annual Banquet Brownwood Coliseum Chamber Monthly Luncheon Brownwood Country Club Run for Their Lives Riverside Park Bowl for Kids Sake Academy Lanes Keep Brownwood Beautiful Citywide Cleanup Austin Avenue Overpass Rainbow Room Event Heartland Mall WakeUp Wednesday Chamber Board Room BRMC Health Expo Brownwood Coliseum Life Guard Training & Instructor Course American Red Cross Brownwood High Class of 1961 50 Year Reunion Texas 4H Center Wildflower and Gardening Show FBC Activity Center Heart of Texas Invitational Track Meet Longhorn Stadium in Early Gordon Wood Hall of Champions 5K Fun Run Depot Civic and Cultural Center Heart of Texas Quilt Show Brownwood Coliseum
Chick-fil-A Leadercast Ranger College at Heartland Mall HPU Commencement Brownwood Coliseum Celebrate Jesus Parade and Festival Downtown Brownwood and Riverside Park Life Guard Training and Instructor Course American Red Cross BALOS presents Jim Witter – Piano Man Victory Life Auditorium Small Business Seminar HPU Mabee Center Dr Pepper Bottlers Business After Hours Dr Pepper Company – Milam Drive Chamber Monthly Luncheon Brownwood Country Club
First Saturday of Every Month is Family Day at the Lehnis Railroad Museum
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Chambers to Host Chick-Fil-A Leadercast 2011 The Brownwood and Early Chambers of Commerce are cohosting the Chick-Fil-A Leadercast 2011 on Friday, May 6, at Ranger College at Heartland Mall, 300 Early Blvd, Early, Texas from 8:30 A.M.–3:30 P.M. Leadercast is an opportunity for business leaders, coaches, educators and future leaders to listen and learn, via live satellite feed, from some of the most widely recognized and world-renowned leaders speaking about issues affecting businesses. Eleven presenters will speak about identifying and developing a personal leadership voice. Presenters include Robin Roberts, anchor of ABC’s “Good Morning America”; Mack Brown, head coach of the Texas Longhorns and 2009 Big 12 Coach of the Year; and Dave Ramsey, personal moneymanagement expert, national radio personality and best-selling author of The Total Money Makeover. Tickets are $69 in advance and $99 after April 23. For general information about the event, visit the Chick-Fil-A Leadercast 2011 website at www.chickfilaleader-
Building Partnerships for a better Community Aaron’s Sales & Lease Ownership 219 Early Blvd. Early, TX 76802 (325) 646-8023 Accu Screen 2201 Coggin Avenue Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 646-7828 www.accuscreen.net
cast.com. For registration information, please contact the Early Chamber of
Commerce at 325-649-9300 or the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce at 325-646-9535.
Blaylock Funeral Home 1914 Indian Creek Road Brownwood, TX 769801 (325) 203-4027
Dave Ramsey Personal money-management expert, national radio personality, and bestselling author of The Total Money Makeover
Brownwood Bulletin 700 Carnegie Brownwood (325) 646-2541
VOICES OF INNOVATION Frans Johansson Best-selling author of The Medici Effect
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Full lineup of presenters include: VOICES OF INFLUENCE Seth Godin Entrepreneur, Marketing Expert, & Best-Selling Author of 12 Books Including “Linchpin” John Maxwell Leadership Expert & Best-Selling Author of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership
VOICES OF PURPOSE Mack Brown Head Coach of the Texas Longhorns, 2009 Big 12 Coach of the Year Suzy Welch Best-selling author, television commentator, and noted business journalist
VOICES OF HOPE Erin Gruwell Founder & President of Freedom Writers Foundation Robin Roberts Anchor of ABC’s Emmy-Award Winning Show, “Good Morning America”
VOICES OF SERVICE Muhtar Kent Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of The Coca-Cola Company
Sir Ken Robinson Best-Selling Author & Leader in the Development of Creativity, Innovation & Human Resources
Dan Cathy President & COO of Chick-fil-A, Inc.
Camelot Apartments 2001 Slayden Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 643-4591 Depot Liquor 1001 Vine Brownwood, TX 76801 646-3500
Support these local Chamber Members. Davis-Morris Funeral Home PO Box 356 Brownwood, Texas 76804 325-646-5555
McCoys Building Supply Center Toni Hill 3605 Hwy 377 S Brownwood, Texas 76801 325-643-2658
Southside Village 2801 4th St. Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 646-1749 www.southsidevillage.net
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Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors 2011-2012 Dr. Don Bostic, Chairman Ranger College
Gregg Rice, Past Chairman 3M Company
Steve Weckwerth Subway
Dr. Bill Ellis Howard Payne University
Jan Cate Girl Scouts
Ray Garza TexasBank
Chance Barr Individual
Ken Harriss Oncor
Michael Richardson Farmers Insurance
Priscilla Monson West Central Texas Valuation Services
Eric McNeese Brown County Abstract
Toni Hill McCoy’s
Debbie Morelock Star of Texas Bed & Breakfast
John Stegemoller Stegemoller Realtors
Sam Waldrop Waldrop Construction
CHAMBER STAFF Laura Terhune, Executive Director Sunni Holloway, Tourism Manager Ray Tipton, Marketing Manager Missi Malone, Membership Director Martha Faetche, Receptionist; Visitor Center & Brownwood Store Manager Dawn Norway – Office Manager
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