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Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce 600 E. Depot PO Box 880 Brownwood, TX 76804
April 13, 2012 Volume 7, Issue 4
Your April 2012 Monthly Chamber Newsletter
InsIde ThIs Issue Page 2 • Showcase Layout and Venders Page 3 • Business Showcase Sponsors Page 4 • Chamber Banquet • Leadership Page 5 • Brownwood on TV • New Members Page 6 • Brownwood Store Page 7 • Meet the “Candidates” Page 8 • Spring Business Showcase Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Phone: (325) 646-9535 Fax (325) 643-6686 membership @brownwoodchamber.org
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5th Annual Spring Business Showcase “Business is Blooming”
Spring is here and not only are the flowers blooming, but business in Brownwood is Blooming! Don’t miss the 5th Annual Spring Business Showcase – presented by Hoffpauir Outdoor Superstore, McCoy’s Building Supply, Staples and Big Country Staples Big Country Ford! The Brownwood Area The Brownwood Area Chamber of ComChamber of Commerce has merce has expanded the show show this year to offer the offer the best show yet! show yet! The doors will open at open at 10:00 AM on 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 14th at the Brownwood Coliseum with an expanded offering of vendors, exhibitors, demonstrations, and fun. In the past, the spring business show focused mostly on seasonal activities such as outdoor recreation, gardening, and home improvements. This year to allow better exposure for all participants, the show has been expanded to included businesses of any type. The theme for 2012 is “Business is Blooming” and will host several new components
in this year’s lineup. Due to the popularity of the “Taste of Brownwood” in the fall, the “Taste of Spring” component has been added this year where visitors can taste food samples from local restaurants, caterers and bakeries from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. As you plan your day at the Expo, don’t As you plan your day at the Expo, don’t miss out on the Fashion Shows and How-To miss out on the Fashion Shows and How-To Demonstration’s at the top of every hour startDemonstration’s at the top of every hour ing at 12:00 PM. See spring fashions from ing at 12:00 PM. See spring fashions Dazzling Diva’s and Dot’s Closet BouDazzling Diva’s and Dot’s Closet tique, learn information on tique, learn information the latest online greeting card sensation card sensation and get tips on home insulainsula tion from tion from the pros at Owens at Owens Corning! Door prizes will be given out each hour, compliments of participating vendors and at the end of the day; visitors who play Expo BINGO will be eligible to win the GRAND DOOR PRIZE! Don’t miss out on this fun filled day, for only $2 Adults can enjoy all of this and more, children 12 and under get in for FREE! Save Gas, Save Time and get ready for spring at the 5th Annual Spring Business Showcase and Taste of Spring on Saturday, April 14th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM! Don’t Miss it!
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COMMERCE
Brownwood Area of Commerce ANNUAL INDOOR/OUTDOOR 5TH Chamber
5th Annual EXPO indoor/outdoor Expo EXHIBIT AREA LAYOUT Exhibit Area Layout
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Aaron’s Sale & Lease Ownership ........ 32 Ace’s Full Signs & Wraps ....................45 Airtite Products ....................................23 Andy’s Pest Troopers ..........................47 Aquarium Innovations ..........................34 Big Brother Big Sisters ........................40 Big Country Ford .................................14 Black Plumbing ....................................44 Bob’s Fuels ..........................................2 Brownwood Bulletin .............................39 Brownwood Country Club .................... 21 Brownwood Reunion Celebration ........ 20
13
Bruner Auto Group...............................11
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Central Texas Communications ........... 12 Common Grounds Coffeehouse & Deli 4
Demo Stage
Donnie Stegemoller Realtors...............41
14
Dot’s Closet Boutique ..........................3
11
Dubco Solar .........................................7 Green Acres/I-Rent ..............................46
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Guardian EMS .....................................13
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Guardian Health Care..........................8
37 29
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16 28
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Holly’s Tees .........................................22
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Latchkey Program ...............................21 Leland’s Portable Buildings ................. 16
47 34
HOT Buckmasters Chapter ................17 Juice + .................................................26
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Hoffpauir Outdoor Superstore ............. 33
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Heartland Chiropractic ......................... 18
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Lone Star Contracting..........................10 McCoy’s Building Supply .....................25 Melwood Grill & Pub ...........................19 Overhead Door Company....................28 Roberson Rent-All ...............................37 Sam’s Club ..........................................5 Scentsy ................................................9
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Sendoutcards.com...............................27 Staples.................................................24 State Farm Insurance – Mike Hall ....... 29 Sue’s Backyard....................................42
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The Turtle Restaurant & Gelateria ....... 6 Tongate Services .................................35 TSTC ...................................................43 West Central Wireless .........................30 Workforce Solutions ............................31
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McCoy’s Building supply serving the Born-to-Build for 85 Years. McCoy’s is one of the largest family-owned suppliers of lumber, building supplies and farm and ranch equipment in America. Started in 1927 as a roofing company in Houston, McCoy’s has evolved from a small, onestore operation into a regional corporation with 83 stores located throughout five states. Hurricane Carla hit the Texas Gulf Coast in 1961, causing millions of dollars worth of damage. While many businesses engaged in opportunistic pricing in that period, Emmett McCoy refused to take advantage of his customers, establishing McCoy’s commitment to its communities, a standard to which the company still holds today.
For 85 years, McCoy’s has worked to deal fairly with all whose lives we touch. For McCoy’s ethical business practices are not an afterthought or a learned technique, but rather, the only way to do business. McCoy’s offers products that our customers need, at a price they can afford, while providing exceptional service by knowledgeable employees. McCoy’s customers have a passion for building. They aren’t just good with their hands. They’re good with their heads, too. And they know that McCoy’s understands their business, their hobbies and their lifestyles better than any other building supplier. McCoy’s. Go Build Something.
On May 1, 1986, Staples opened the world’s very first office supply superstore in the Brighton neighborhood of Boston. Before Staples, small businesses and consumers paid a premium for office supplies, while larger companies negotiated huge discounts with supply wholesalers. Staples was founded to Hoffpauir Outdoor Superstore has three location to serve their customers; San Saba, Hoffpauir Outdoor Superstore has three location to serve their make it easy for small–business owners Burnet, Goldthwaite. Customers will find quality new and used equipment from industry customers; San Saba, Burnet, Goldthwaite. Customers will find leaders like New Holland, Bush Hog, BigTex trailers, Cub Cadet. Take a drive and consumers. Stores feature convenient through the locations and hours, and a great selection scenic quality new and used equipment from industry leaders like New Hill Country from Austin, Dallas or Houston TX for the best New Holland service and Holland, Bush Hog, BigTex trailers, Cub Cadet. Take a drive of products and services at competitive selection in Texas. For more info go to their website at http://www.houtdoor.com/ through the scenic Hill Country from Austin, Dallas or Houston everyday prices. Today Staples is the TX for the best New Holland service and selection in Texas. For world’s premier office products company. more info go to their website at http://www.houtdoor.com/ They are committed to making it easy for our customers around the globe to buy a
wide range of office products, including supplies, technology, furniture, and business services. With $24 billion in sales, Staples serves businesses of all sizes and consumers in 25 countries throughout North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Look no further than Staples to save money, time and stress with programs and solutions such as the Staples EasyTech where certified PC pros can handle any technology issues at your location or inside the store. Staples Rewards, a full service copy center, as well as business delivery are just a few more of the solutions that are available to aid in the success of local businesses.
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2012 CoMMunitY AwArDs PrEsEntED At AnnuAL ChAMBEr BAnquEt
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held their annual awards banquet on Tuesday, April 10th at the Brownwood Coliseum. A crowd of 400 were on hand to see this year’s award recipients for man and woman of the year, the lifetime of service award as well as many other recognitions. Longtime resident and community volunteer Patti Jordan received the night’s highest honor, the Groner Pitts Lifetime of Service Award (see full award list at right). The banquet also showcased the “changing of the guard” for the Brownwood Chamber as Eric McNeese steps up as chairman of the board, taking over for Dr. Don Bostic. The 2012 class of Leadership Brownwood was also recognized for the completion of this year’s course. Sponsors for the 2012 Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet were Citizens National Bank and Landmark Life Insurance Company.
2012 AWARD RECIPIENTS INCLuDE: Man of the Year—Ken harriss sponsored by BrownwoodNews.com woman of the Year—Joyce Leidig sponsored by Auto Glass Magic
Large Business of the Year—superior Essex sponsored by TexasBank Med Business of the Year—Dr Pepper Bottling Company sponsored by Ag-Mart/Nelson Wholesale sm Business of the Year—insurance specialists sponsored by Jones Carpet Professional of the Year—Dr. Carol Boren sponsored by Dr Pepper Bottlers, Brownwood, Inc. Volunteer of the Year—Edda ratliff sponsored by Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Community Partner—Good samaritan sponsored by Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce
2012 Groner Pitts “Lifetime of service” Award Patti Jordan sponsored by Robert Goodwin, DDS (pictured above)
Leadership Brownwood Class of 2012 Graduates
Ambassador of the Year - Daniel hutson sponsored by Kyle Kirkland, DDS GOOD NEIGHBORS: · toni hill sponsored by Insurance Specialists · nelson turnbow sponsored by Brownwood Reunion Celebration · Buddy Preston sponsored by West Central Wireless · shannon stone sponsored by Jennifer Newton, Realtor Coldwell Banker
The Leadership Brownwood class of 2012 was recognized at the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet on Tuesday, April 10th for successfully completing the program.
Leadership Brownwood is dedicated to educating, developing, and empowering current and future leaders in the community and motivating them to serve civic, charitable, and business organizations. Spanning eight
months from September through April, Leadership Brownwood is designed to increase individual and community leadership skills. The 2012 leadership class included 19 participants who were recognized at the banquet.
Clint Broughton – Coldwell Banker and Associates Pedro Claudio – 3M Company Karina Daniel – Blaylock Funeral Home Maricia Dowden – Painter and Johnson Financial Sabrina Estades – Central Texas Rural Transit Dist. Andy Gill – Brownwood ISD Coby Kestner – Howard Payne University Heather Langley – Central Texas Rural Transit Dist. Vince Laquidara – 3M Company Becca Miles – Porter Insurance Stuart Porter – Porter Insurance Penny Riggs – Texas Youth Commission Angie Smith – Dept. of Veterans Affairs Stacee Smith – Painter and Johnson Financial Tina Tobien – Wendlee Broadcasting Charlotte Tongate – Texas State Technical College Dion White – Center for Life Resources Ruth Willey – City of Brownwood Etla VanHorne-Carquill – Ranger College
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Brownwood to be Featured on Austin Travel Show Brownwood will be featured in an upcoming television show in the Austin area called Road Trippin' which will air in April on KEyE, the Austin CBS affiliate. Camera crews were in Brownwood in March filming a variety of activities and attractions in the area. The local museums, Lake Brownwood, lodging, restaurants, and local parks are some of what will be featured in the broadcast. Brownwood will be highlighted in a five minute segment and will feature
interviews with Sunni Modawall, Tourism Manager for the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce; John Holland, Superintendent for the Lake Brownwood State Park; Debbie Morelock, owner of Star of Texas Bed and Breakfast; and Beverly Norris, President of the Brown County Museum of History. The show will air April 21 & 22 on KEyE in Austin. A portion of the show that features Brownwood will be available for viewing after the original air date at www.VisitBrownwood.com
Pictured is Lake Brownwood State Park Superintendent John Holland being interviewed at Lake Brownwood for the travel show.
Welcome New Members
ratliff steel Company – Ratliff Steel Company is a structural steel distributor, fabricator and manufacturer in Brownwood. Family-owned and operated for over 50 years, they service both local and state-wide steel markets. In early 2012, Shay Ratliff assumed the role of President and has the vision and goal of making the Ratliff name known nation-wide. Traditionally a structural steel distributor, under Shay’s leadership, the company has expanded to include custom fabrication services. For more information call (325) 646-8276 or visit www.ratliffsteel. com. Brown County Fair Association – The Brown County Fair Association was established in 1942 and supports the youth of Brown County through two major events each year; the Brown County youth Fair, held in January and the Brown County Rodeo and Dance held in June. For more information or to learn how to get involved, visit www.browncountyfairandrodeo.com.
cover over 50 acres. Hi Way offers high quality recycled auto parts to Insurance Companies, Collision Repair Shops, Mechanical Shops, and the Retail Public. For more information call (325) 646-8254 or visit www.hiwayauto.com rustics & rhinestones – Rustics & Rhinestones is a trendy new boutique offering fashionable clothing for women of all sizes, as well as jewelry and other accessories. Stop by today and shop for spring, 115 Early Blvd. next to Cullen’s Hometown Market! Mid tex Management – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome new member Mid Tex Management! Owner Jay McBride offers property management services to the Brownwood area. For more information contact Jay at (325) 642-0307.
the Lodge at Locking horns ranch – The Lodge at Locking Horns Ranch is a quiet, peaceful and secluded Texas Hill Country retreat located in San Saba County. It is the perfect place to have a family reunion, ingram Concrete – Ingram Enterprises host a small party or to just get away for began in 1963 as a single plant operation in a quiet weekend. There is plenty of space Stephenville, Texas. Since then, Ingram has for bird watching, hiking or biking. The expanded to 28 plants at 24 locations ranging lodge has sleeping accommodations for from Springtown (Northwest of Fort Worth) up to 18 overnight guests. The lodge is to Sonora (65 miles South of San Angelo) to located in northwest San Saba County near Midland/Odessa to Lubbock and numerous Richland Springs. Centrally located, it is cities in between, as well as, four sand and just a short drive from Brady, Brownwood gravel operations, concrete pumping service or San Saba. For more information, visit and a trucking department. utilizing over lockinghornsranchlodge.com. 189 mixer trucks to service 40 + counties in Central and West Texas, Ingram proves to be woodmen of the world – Established in the choice for the highest quality concrete 1890, Woodmen of the World offers quality and superior service in the area. For more financial services including, life insurance, information visit www.ingramconcrete.com annuities, retirement and other investments to people worldwide. For more information hi way Auto Parts, inc. – Hi-way Auto on how they can help you, contact local Inc is a dismantling and recycling facility representatives Blake Holleman (325) 998specializing in late model auto parts. They 1080 or Angel Walker (325) 642-6463 or are located on Hwy 279 in Brownwood and visit www.woodmen.org. have over 30,000 sq. ft of dismantled auto parts in our warehouses and our facilities Professional Polish – Professional Polish
was started 1981 as a franchise by Carren Cavanaugh doing janitorial maintenance. She was later joined in the business by Sid Cavanaugh, her husband. They have since developed the business in to a million dollar franchising operation with franchises in the South and Southeast. As a result of their success in the janitorial maintenance field, they decide to make this opportunity available on a franchise basis in 1983. Professional Polish Equipment Co. also sells and rents janitorial and maintenance equipment to the general
market. For more information contact Aaron Cavanaugh at (940) 327-7723 or visit http:// professionalpolish.com. Bling it, staging and Consultation services, inc. – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Bling It, Staging and Consultation Services as its newest member. Owner Cheri McClara specializes in interior design and is eager to help you with your next project. For more information contact Cheri at (325) 733-2022.
A Special THANK YOU to the following businesses that renewed their Membership in the month of March. We greatly appreciate your continued support of the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce and the Brownwood Community! 1 Source Technical Services Academy Lanes Ag-Mart/Nelson Wholesale Airtite Products Andy’s Pest Troopers Bangs Flower and Gifts Ben E. Keith Beverages BHCS – Brownwood Bostick’s Auto &Truck Sales Brownwood Bulletin Brownwood Glass and Mirror Brownwood Housing Authority Buddy and Donna Reynolds Cadenhead Veterinary Clinic Chance Barr Chili’s Grill and Bar Choice Medical Supply Coldwell Banker – Mark Campbell & Associates Comet 1 Hour Cleaners CT Ham Insurance Cullen’s Hometown Market Davis Floral Dr. Comolli & Etheridge Early Blooms & Things Family Medical Home General Power and Light Goodwill Brownwood Grimsley Electric HCD Graham Investments Heart of Texas Baptist Encampment Heart of Texas Buckmasters Heartland Chiropractic Howard Payne University Joe Sheppard Designs
Krischke CPA, PC Kwik Kar Oil and Lube Lamar Outdoor Advertising Landmark Life Insurance Leach Brothers Mfg. & U-Haul Little Dude Ranch Oakridge Manor Oakwood Apartments Pecan Valley Title Company Prudential Ross Real Estate Pruett Construction Ranger College Roberts & Petty Rufus F. Hardin Museum Smith & Sharpe Insurance Sonic Drive- In Southside Village Apartments Spring Crest Carpet and Drapery Stegemoller Realtors Taco Bell Texas 4-H Conference Center The Chatfield Assisted Living The Vicksburg Three Rivers Electric Toledo Finance Trees Forever Nursery Tri County Propane Triple T Grill Verizon Communications Weakley-Watson True Value Hardware Weldon Wilson Electric Wendlee Broadcasting West/Central Texas Valuation Services
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TEXAS books on history, Indians, travel, birding, trails, gardening, andDrComanche. cowboys, cookbooks, and children’s books. Dublin Pepper products, wild berry jellies, hot sauce, dips, candles, road kill candles, Texas wildflower books, soaps, lotions and crosses From 2:00 - 4:00, during the taste of Brownwood, HARVEY HOUSE and Fred Harvey books, t-shirts memorabilia we and will be sampling our NeW dips and roYito’s hot sAuCe!
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Spring Business Showcase Brownwood Coliseum 19 Business After Hours Davis Morris Funeral Home 19 Latch Key Hamburger Supper 2411 Coggin Ave. 20 Chamber Monthly Luncheon Brownwood Country Club 21 Keep Brownwood Beautiful Citywide cleanup Under Austin Ave. Overpass 21 Bunny Run 5K Gordon Wood Stadium 26 BALOS presents: Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver Victory Life Church 27 Economic Summit HPU Jackson Room 27-28 Heart of Texas Wildflower Show First Baptist Church Activity Center 28 Gordon Wood Hall of Champions Fun Run & Induction Banquet Coggin Ave. Baptist Church 28-29 Heart of Texas Quilt Show Brownwood Coliseum 28-29 Heart of Texas Wings Rally Riverside Park 14
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Chamber’s “Meet the Candidates” Luncheon The Chamber’s Monthly Luncheon will be Friday, April 20 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 the “Aces Wild” Cash Drawing—which currently stands at around $300. Primary elections will be held on May 29. Several local offices have opposing candidates, all of which will be on the Republican ballot. (The Democratic ballot will contain only unopposed can-
Sponsored by Home Depot
didates.) Chamber CEO Laura Terhune has been working with Republican Party Chairman Brad Locker to identify and invite the candidates for the various local offices, such as Sheriff, County Commissioners, Water Improvement District Board and more. According to Terhune, “We feel it is important for our members and guests to have an opportunity to meet the candidates for the local public offices which have an impact on our daily lives right here in Brown County.” She continued, “The Chamber occasionally takes official
positions on specific issues, but we will not endorse a party or individual candidates for office.” With approximately 20 candidates invited to the luncheon, depending on the number who actually attend, speaking times will be limited to 2-3 minutes per candidate. Terhune stated, “It’s not a lot of time, but each candidate should be able to briefly articulate their experience, qualifications for the position as well as their top priority should they be elected.” She concluded, “It is my hope that candidates and our attendees will
come early or stay late in order to speak with candidates more in-depth.” This month’s luncheon is sponsored by Home Depot. Door Prize Sponsor is Sue’s Backyard. The cost of the luncheon is $12 per person to be paid at the door. 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.
Welcome New Chamber Board Members David Robnett
Jill Evans
David was born and grew up in Dallas. Since his father grew up in Brownwood, many summers and weekends during David’s childhood were spent here with his grandparents, F.Y. and Elizabeth Robnett. His grandfather, F.Y. was a professor at Howard Payne University. David’s Great Great Grandfather was John David Robnett, founder of Howard Payne University. David graduated from SMU with a B.A. in Business in 1984. He began his career in Advertising but quickly moved into insurance. David has been an agent for the past 24 years, working in the Dallas area until 1995 when he and his wife Cindy moved to Brownwood to start an Allstate agency. During his time with Allstate, David earned several honors and awards from that organization. In January, 2012, David made a decision to become an Independent Agent. David is active in his church and community, serving on committees and boards for both. He has served on the board of the Boys and Girls Club. David is currently the treasurer for Boy Scout Troop 14 and a Trustee for Howard Payne University. David had been married for 22 years to Cindy Robnett. Cindy is a Independent Agency Territorial Sales Consultant with Allstate Insurance company. She has been with Allstate for 27 years. They have two children, Chandler (age 16) and Connor (age 11). David said, “Having spent many happy summers in Brownwood in my youth, I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to raise my family here and to build a successful business in Brownwood. I look forward to serving on the Brownwood Area Chamber Board. I want to give back to the community that has given me and my family so much.”
When she first moved to Brownwood, Jill Evans worked with the Infant and Toddler Head Start program helping to get it started, staffed and operational. Soon thereafter, she joined the Chamber as the director of events and member services at the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce. Jill left the Chamber seven years ago to work in the home-health field serving the rural areas of Central Texas. Just a few months ago, she was hired by the Family Services Center as the Volunteer/ Outreach Coordinator. She is married to Eric, and they have three grown children. They are very active in the Southside Church. In addition, Jill has served on the Boards of Good Samaritan Ministries, Brownwood Civic Improvement Foundation, Early Chamber of Commerce as well as Leadership Brownwood. Evans stated, “I am excited to be able to serve on the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. The BACC is an active and impactful organization and a driving force within the Brownwood/Early area. To help represent the non-profit organizations of Central Texas and their desire to meet the needs and grow the quality of life is one of my goals as a Board member.” She concluded, “Having served on various non-profit Boards as well as current position at Family Services Center I believe will help bring a positive, knowledgeable perspective in my role on the BACC Board of Directors. I look forward to the ride and will work hard to be up to the task.”
Chip Camp Chip Camp accepted the position of Chief Executive Officer with Brownwood Regional Medical Center in July, 2011. He was born Claude E. Camp, III in Auburn, Alabama shortly after Auburn University won their first national championship and has been a life-long fan. Chip began his healthcare career in 1977 as an aide in the radiology department of Selma Medical Center, where he met his future wife Barbara Leigh Howard. His career included numerous positions in several hospitals, eventually leading to management roles. In the 1990’s, he became Chief Operating Officer, ultimately working in that position in hospitals from Tennessee to New Mexico. Chip and Barbara have three children, Katie Lawhon, Beau Camp, and Jessica Camp. They also have four grandchildren and a fifth on the way, Kaylan and Mary Grace in Jonesboro Arkansas, and Tabri and Clae in Dothan Alabama. His grandchildren call him e-daddy, and they are a main focus of his life. Having served on Chamber boards in other communities, Camp stated, “I truly look forward to serving with other business leaders on the Chamber Board, helping to ensure business in our area have the resources and support they need makes us a stronger community.”
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 Blaylock Funeral Home 1914 Indian Creek Road Brownwood, TX 769801 (325) 203-4027 Brownwood Bulletin 700 Carnegie Brownwood (325) 646-2541
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Camelot Apartments 2001 Slayden Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 643-4591 Depot Liquor 1001 Vine Brownwood, TX 76801 646-3500 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 2012-2013 eric McNeese, Chairman Brown County Abstract Dr. Don Bostic, past Chairman Ranger College Chip Camp BRMC Aaron Diaz Staples Dr. Bill Ellis Howard Payne University Jill Evans Family Services Center Toni Hill McCoy’s Ray garza TexasBank Brian Kight TSTC Debbie Morelock Star of Texas Bed & Breakfast David Robnett Robnett Insurance Richard Russell Wal-mart Josh Stegemoller Stegemoller Realtors Sam Waldrop Waldrop Construction Steve Weckwerth Subway
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ChaMbER StaFF Laura terhune, Executive Director Sunni Modawell, 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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