Chamber of Commerce Report

Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce

2012-2013 Annual Report

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Bryan–College Station Chamber of Commerce: 2012-2013 Annual Report

From the Boardroom Things have gone well at the chamber these past couple of years. We’ve exceeded our budget, we’ve grown the membership, we’ve expanded our outreach to the business community and we’ve never lost sight of why we’re here. We are the only organization whose only purpose is to improve the environment for businesses and help them grow.

In my two years, as Chairman, I had areas of particular focus I wanted to develop: One, I wanted to explain to the young people around us the role of profits in serving a business; how profits provide jobs, spur investment and growth and helps support the non-profit sector .

We’ve been in front of Junior Leadership Brazos with this message a lot and I’m happy to watch these young people begin to understand that capitalism, tempered with morality, can be the source of much good in a community.

There are many other groups that are working to encourage young people to answer the call of entrepreneurship: Junior Achievement, Lemonade Day, and the University students who are taking advantage of start-up Aggieland.

There are 32 student owned startups being shepherded there. They completed their first elevator pitch competition and chose the top 8 for lunch with Dr. Loftin. These students are learning what it takes to put it all on the line.)

I also wanted to work to part the Maroon Curtain and get the business community and A&M to have a relationship so our businesses would know what the driver of our economy is doing. President Dr. Bowen Loftin has been the biggest proponent of this; and with the help of A&M staff serving on our board like Bobby Bisor and Dr. Lea Ann Ray; we have presented programs that were directly tied to what TAMU is doing that will affect business. Our business community will miss Dr. Loftin’s leadership as much as his next community will benefit from it..

Our reputation is growing statewide. We’ve had visiting chambers from different parts of Texas come here to visit. The Chamber of Grapevine flew a delegation of 10 down here to watch how we do things.

An annual review wouldn’t be complete without some thank you notes: Royce Hickman and the Chamber Staff have kept my schedule carefully planned and prepared.

Thanks to the Bryan Broadcasting staff for picking up the extra work when I found myself out of the office more than I would like.

And of course to my wife of 37 years, Lillie. Lil was there before every speech and appearance helping me prepare and helping me focus on the important points. You cannot make the commitment this chamber requires of its Chairman without support at home. Lillie provided that and found a way to be at almost all our special events.

The B/CS Chamber of Commerce is the only organization whose only job is to help businesses in our cities to grow. Whether through networking events, training at our Lunch and Learn programs, education, or effectively communicating the priorities of business in DC and Austin, I think we’re making that happen.

Ben Downs

Chairman, 2011-2013

Chamber Staff Royce Hickman President/CEO

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Tracy Bates

Executive Assistant

Burl Haigwood

Director of Operations & Public Affairs

Priscilla Miller

Manager of Member Services

Lori Farrell

Director of Finance

Lucia Cropper

Manager of Business Programs

Anna Erskine Communications Coordinator

Linda Espirequeta Receptionist

Melissa Crabtree

Membership Investment Representative

Sarah Jenkins

Business Programs Coordinator

Executive Committee

Glen Brewer

Ben Downs

Chair-Elect American Momentum Bank 979-846-2265

Chairman Bryan Broadcasting 979-695-9595

Brian Bowers Vice-Chair Leadership The Bank & Trust 979-260-2112

Robert “Bobby” Bisor

Vice-Chair Community Enhancement TAMU Office of the Provost 979-845-4016

Tap Bentz

Past Chair Outback Steakhouse 979-764-4329

Woody Thompson Vice-Chair Finance & Physical Resources 979-260-9696

Melba Tucker-Arden

Paul Atkinson Atkinson Toyota 979-776-0404

Jacque’s Toys & Books 979-846-7703

Jacque Flagg

Vicki Flenniken

Randy French

Charlotte Green

Barron Hobbs

Kathleen “Kathy” Krusie

Charlie Lima

David O’Neil

Joanne Patranella

Ted Raspiller

Lee Ann Ray

Clayton Rhoades

Brandi Ring-Cooper

Debbie MontalbanoRodriguez

Downtown Uncorked 823-4837

Stylecraft Builders 979-690-1222

BoomFit 979-693-3103

Jarrod Hix

Vice-Chair Membership Enhancement Wells Fargo Advisors 979-846-7703

Angelique Gammon Vice-Chair Communications The Insite Group

CHROME: A Salon Experience 979-268-1398

Wells Fargo 979-776-3483

The Hilton 979-693-7500

The Eagle 979-776-4444

Macy’s 979-764-3271

St. Joseph Regional Health Center 979-776-2446

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Blinn College 979-209-7210

Rich White

Vice-Chair Business Enhancement HEB 979-779-8905

2013-2014 Board of Directors Executive Committee Glen Brewer Chairman

Rich White

Chair Elect/Administration

Ben Downs

Immediate Past Chairman

Robert “Bobby” Bisor

Community Enhancement

Brian Bowers Leadership

Joanne R. Patranella Communication

Jarrod Hix

Membership Enhancement

Woody Thompson

Finance & Physical Resources

David O’Neil

Business Enhancement

Paul Atkinson Mary Beckman Arty Brieden Lori Bruffett Sharon Burt Vicki Flenniken Randy French David Gardner Uri Geva Barron Hobbs Kathleen “Kathy” Krusie Charlie Lima Casey Oldham Lee Ann Ray Clayton Rhoades Brandi Ring-Cooper Jody Rodriguez Debbie Rodriguez-Montalbano

Texas A&M Health Science Center 979-458-7236

Chicken Express 979-764-7781

Clayton Rhoades Chicken Express 979-764-7781

Caldwell Companies 979-260-7000

Casa Rodriguez 979-779-0916

Bradley Sharpe The Ellison Firm 979-696-9889

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Bryan–College Station Chamber of Commerce: 2012-2013 Annual Report

A word from our Pre{ident

It is a pleasure to present the fifteenth consecutive Annual Report of the Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce.

While there are some concern about what may happen nationally, our local economy has continued to fare well overall and certainly better than most other communities. This has been a year filled with excitement and accomplishments for your Chamber. We are pleased to report another successful year in terms of our programs and our finances.

We continue to focus on providing opportunities for our members to both promote their businesses and network. The year began with a successful and informative Annual Banquet, featuring a presentation by Dr. Brett Giroir, who discussed the future of our community. That was followed by two popular events that set attendance records: our Annual Ag Breakfast with over 350 attendees and our Annual Economic Outlook Conference with over 460 attendees. We hosted several other successful and popular events including A Taste of Aggieland: an Epicurean Extravaganza, Job Fair, Ladies Nite and our Annual LobsterFest & Golf Classic. This year, the focus of our Community Softball Classic (formerly our Celebrity Softball Classic) was to honor those who protect us each and every day. For the first time the game was held at Olsen Field and matched our police officers against our fire fighters, with bragging rights on the line. Part of the proceeds went to the 100 Club, an organization that has put a substantial amount of financial resources into our community supporting the families of those impacted by tragic events.

Our Economic Outlook Briefing Luncheon was an interesting and informative report on the Texas Legislative Session by State Senator Charles Schwertner, State Representative John Raney and State Representative Kyle Kacal, and our “Lunch & Learn” educational efforts have grown in popularity with our members.

Royce Hickman President and CEO

Once again we held over one hundred Ribbon Cuttings this year, including numerous Deluxe Ribbon Cuttings which remain popular with our members. Our Economic Development agreement with Brazos County was renewed, and for the second year in a row, they sponsored our annual “Chamber Day” in April. The event attracted over 130 volunteers who visited approximately 670 businesses. For the third year in a row, a short survey was part of the visit. This survey provided Brazos County and your Chamber with very valuable information. We found that 57% of our businesses experienced a sales growth over last year, 69% expected our local economy to improve and 40% expected their number of employees to increase.

We remain committed to having a major focus on legislative affairs; national, state and local. Our trip to Washington D.C. in May was possibly the best ever. Thanks to the efforts of Congressman Bill Flores and his staff, our delegation had an opportunity to spend 30 minutes with officials who would make an impressive list of “who’s who” in Washington circles and included; Senator John Cornyn (Senate Minority Whip), Senator Ted Cruz, Congressman Eric Cantor of Virginia (House Majority Leader), Congressman Paul Ryan of Wisconsin (Chairman, House Budget Committee), Congressman Kevin McCarthy of California (House Majority Whip), Congressman Sam Graves of Missouri (Chairman, House Small Business Committee), Congressman Frank Lucus of Oklahoma (Chairman, House Agriculture Committee) and Congressman Jeff Miller of Florida (Chairman, House Committee on Veterans Affairs). In addition to our two senators, we also heard from Congressman Bill Flores, Congressman Gene Green, Congressman Henry Cuellar and Congressman Louie Gohmert, all of Texas. It is hard to believe how anyone visiting Washington would be able to top this day! We also had a very successful trip to Austin in February, and we continue to host our Local Candidates Forums on a regular basis. Our Legislative Affairs Committee is already working hard on the upcoming trip to Washington D.C., currently scheduled for May 5th through 8th. It continues to be a source of great pride that a senior executive with the Texas Association of Business called our Chamber one of the top three chambers in the State of Texas from a legislative standpoint.

Financially, your Chamber finished the year with a bottom line that exceeded our budget for the thirteenth consecutive year and we continue to maintain a healthy cash position. This success is the result of the efforts of so many. I want to thank the hundreds of volunteers who have, by their commitment, established this Chamber as one of the busiest and most outstanding Chambers in the State. I particularly appreciate the commitment and dedication of our Board of Directors, under the leadership of Board Chair, Ben Downs of Bryan Broadcasting, our Ambassadors, under the leadership of Teresa Benden with College Station ISD Foundation, our Leadership Brazos Alumni Association, under the leadership of Brian Bowers of The Bank & Trust and our extremely dedicated and committed staff, who, in spite of being shorthanded at times this year, still accomplish so much.

We look forward to another strong year of accomplishments under the leadership of our Board of Directors, chaired by Glen Brewer of American Momentum Bank. If you are one of our many outstanding Chamber members, thank you for your commitment to our community and to your Chamber.

If you are not a member, we invite you to call 260-5200 and join us today as we continue our efforts to provide an environment that gives every business in our community the best chance for SUCCESS!

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The Ambassador program is a group of 42 Chamber member volunteers that graciously give their time to support the Chamber in so many ways. Some of the goals of the Ambassadors group are to strengthen the Chamber by recruiting new members, fostering healthy relationships with new members by attending ribbon cuttings and Chamber events, as well as supporting the Chamber by volunteering on committees and assisting with events. It is estimated that over the past year, the Ambassador group donated over 2,000 volunteer hours the Chamber of Commerce and their community. If you would like to learn more about the Ambassador program, visit us online at www. bcschamber.org or contact the Chamber office at (979) 260-5200.

2012-2013 Ambassadors Ambassadors of the Month October Mike Conner November Don Barber January Hans Hammond February Barbie Springer March Peggi Goss April Barbie Springer

& Paul Teel May Barbie Springer June Barbie Springer July Zach Etheridge August Paul Teel September Bill Thompson

Salesman of the Quarter 1st Quarter Gary Flenniken 2nd Quarter Scott Rolfsmeyer 3rd Quarter Scott Rolfsmeyer 4th Quarter Bill Thompson & Lindsey Dawson

Bryan–College Station Chamber of Commerce: 2012-2013 Annual Report

Amba{{ador Program

Teresa Benden, Chairman; Amy Supak, Past Chairman; Becky Chumley, Captain; Jason Cornelius, Captain; Hans Hammond, Captain; Scott Rolfsmeyer, Captain; Don Barber, Areal Schulen, Shawn Clark, John Seigler, Sheree Boegner, Abbie Cooper-Krolczyk, Andrew Robison, Mike Conner, Bill Thompson, Gary Flenniken, Agustin Trevino, Kerry Beck, Lindsay Dawson, Ashley Merryman, Debbie Holladay, Brooke Mason, Will Cropper, Melissa Tumlinson, Don Dickenson, Markie Grisham, Travis Rollins, Ann Hix, Jill Becka, Carrie Owen, Zach Etheridge, Barbie Springer, Tim Ameser, Joe Foster, Peggi Goss, Dave Ruesink

For more than 100 years, H-E-B’s commitment and

Locally H-E-B is proud to have 4 stores which are very

involvement in the community has been an important involved in the community. Over the past several years part of the way we do business. We are proud to support our community partners have been involved in Texas Reds, initiatives like the H-E-B Food Bank Assistance Program, our Epicurean Extravaganza, Worldfest, American Heart Walk, annual Feast of Sharing holiday dinners, and the Spirit of United Way, Habitat for Humanity, Buddy Walk, Lobster H-E-B trailer that provides on-site relief in areas devastated Fest, Fiestas Patrias, BCS Christmas Parade, Armadillo by natural disasters.

Dash, Junior League Stuff the Bus, Food for Families Food

It's our way of saying thank you for allowing us to be your Drive, Brazos Valley Food Bank, Children's Museum as well neighbor. We call it H-E-B's Spirit of Giving. In this spirit, we as several other events. have contributed five percent of pre-tax earnings to public and charitable programs since the 1930s.

Your local

We look forward to working and participating in these and more events in 2014.

stores are proud to be community partners in Bryan and College Station.

1609 North Texas Avenue

725 East Villa Maria

1900 South Texas Avenue

949 William D. Fitch Parkway

Bryan, TX 77803

College Station, TX 77840

Bryan, TX 77802

College Station, TX 77845

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Admini{tration

Vice Chair Tap Bentz

Annual Banquet:

Community Impact Awards

The Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet is held every fall and is a time to reflect on the past year and recognize outstanding Chamber volunteers.

Dr. Brett P. Giroir, Interim Executive Vice President and CEO , College of Medicine at Texas A&M Health Science Center was the keynote speaker.

The 2012 Award Recipients were Marty Cangelose for Volunteer of the Year, Tim Bryan as Citizen of the Year, and Scott Rolfsmeyer as Ambassador of the Year.

The Community Impact Award program was started in 2003 to recognize Hispanic, African-American, Asian, American-Indian and women business owners who have demonstrated a significant impact on our community.

The 2012-2013 recipiants are Debbie Bearden of American Lube Centers & Bottom Line Bookkeeping, Rudy Grimaldo of RDM Audio and Robert Orzabal of Avinext. The honorees were recognized at the Community Impact Award luncheon sponsored by The Texas A&M Historically Underutilized Business Program and held at Pebble Creek Country Club on Tuesday, July 30, 2013.

Special Recognition

Pictured from left: Royce Hickman, President, Chamber of Commerce ; Ben Downs, Chairman of the Board; Robert Orzabal, Avinext; Debbie Bearden, American Lube Centers & Bottom Line Bookkeeping; Rudy Grimaldo, RDM Audio; Rex Janne, Executive Director of Procurement Services, TAMU

Oscar & Sons’ Body Shop Serving the entire Brazos Valley Family owned and operate for over 40 years.

Make your accident our problem,

Supporting the Chamber’s efforts to enhance the economic well being of Br yan & College Station

we will handle everything for you from the accident scene to completed repairs.

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1646 Earl Rudder Fwy, Bryan, TX 77808 Hours: Tuesday 8:00 am – 5:30 pm Mobile Estimation Station Call 979-778-6736

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An Employee Owned Company Corner S. College & Koenig Bryan • 775-1697

Vice Chair Jarrod Hix

2011-2012 Membership New Members: 165 Upgrades to Inner Circle: 6 Total Members: 1388

Business After Hours

Every month the Chamber of Commerce and a hosting Chamber Member welcome more than 250 attendees to Business After Hours. While there, Chamber members and prospective members enjoy an evening of fun, food, drinks, and networking opportunities. Business After Hours is a wonderful opportunity for Chamber members to showcase their businesses and develop relationships with customers that may not otherwise have a chance to visit their establishments.

Thanks to the 2012-2013 Business After Hours Sponsors CHROME: A Salon Experience Messina Hof Winery & Resort Easterwood Airport Briarcrest Country Club Ashley Furniture Allen Honda

M e m b e r s h i p Lu n c h e o n s

Membership luncheons are hosted by the Chamber throughout the year to perform a variety of functions, such as networking or updates on community issues. The following were luncheons or speakers featured by the Chamber: • LBAA Awards (Sponsor: Leadership Brazos Alumni Association) • Health & Wellness Luncheons -- Understanding The Afordable Care Act ◦◦ Sponsored by Scott & White Health Plan -- I Wish I’d Known - Plan now for Financial, Legal and Physical Health ◦◦ Sponsored by Anco Insurance, Brown & Company Insurance Services and HBi Office Solutions • Economic Outlook Briefing Luncheon (Sponsor: Caldwell Companies) • Lunch & Learns • •

McLane Intelligent Solutions Beck Construction

The Chamber hosts a few events throughout the year exclusively for our highest level of members, the Inner Circle Members. The Chamber has 396 Inner Circle Members, including 23 that were added this past year.

Events included: • Inner Circle Event with Texas A&M Athletic Director, Eric Hyman, sponsored by TexAgs & The Oldham Goodwin Group.

Ribbon Cuttings & Ground Breakings

1000 GEORGE BUSH DRIVE WEST, COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77845

Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors and Board Members participated in 91 Ribbon Cuttings/Ground Breakings and 9 DELUXE Ribbon Cuttings between October 1, 2012 -September 30, 2013

979.691.4000 bushlibrary.tamu.edu

Deluxe Ribbon Sponsors February 2013:

November 2012:

April 2013:

Dahill, A Xerox Company

Maroon U

Post Oak Mall

Lupe Tortilla

December 2012:

June 2013:

Law Office of Andrea James

Messina Hof Winery & Resort Amico Nave Restorante

Constant Contact City of Bryan Toastmasters

Inner Circle

Vineyard Court Designer Suites Wells Fargo Brenham National Bank Pebble Creek Country Club Atkinson Toyota Sterling Auto Group

October 2012:

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July 2013: TexAgs

August 2013: University Inn

INNER CIRCLE MEMBER B/CS Chamber of Commerce

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HWY 6 at Briarcrest Drive• Bryan (979) 776-7600•www.garlynsheltonbryan.com

Vice Chair Jarrod Hix

Chamber Day

Ce l e b r i t y S o f t b a l l

More than 700 businesses were visited during the Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce’s annual Chamber Day on March 21,2013 marking another successful year for the program. Approximately 150 volunteers hit the B-CS streets in small groups. During “Chamber Day” visits, the Chamber and its volunteers took the opportunity to thank local businesses for doing business in Bryan and College Station as well as to inquire about how the economy has affected them and how overall business is going. They also gave the businesses the opportunity to discuss any problems or concerns they have and any other issues affecting them. An unofficial survey was conducted, which showed businesses indicated sales are up, new employees are being hired, and credit is available despite many local businesses feeling the nation isn’t out of the recession yet.

The Chamber’s Celebrity Softball Classic grew by leaps and bounds in its third year, welcoming more than 900 people through the gates at the Blue Bell Park at Texas A& M University. The event serves as a fundraiser for the non-profit B/CS Chamber of Commerce and also raised money for the 100 Club which supports the families of fallen firefighters and police officers. The event created a family-friendly and fun environment for businesses to take their employees or clients.

Partial Survey Results: 1. Are sales better this year than last?

2. Are you planning on hiring this year?

3. What do you expect our local economy to do?

“Yes” = 57% “Yes” = 40% ”Increase”=69%

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Date: June 14, 2013 Location: Olsen Field at Blue Bell Ball Park Title Sponsor: St. Joseph Health System Additional Sponsors: Atkinson Toyota, McDonald’s, City of Bryan and City of College Station, Branding Iron Management, Spring Insurance.

Attendance: 900+ Players: Lt. Billy Couch, James Woodward, Kevin Harris, Kary Shaffer, Todd Van Dresar, Scott Jackson, Jeremy Nelson, Jeff Reeves, Justin Stoler, Walt Melnyk, Jason James, Kenny Gaston,Chris Roroaback, Charles Akmanza, Thomas Ferguson, Leone Mooer, Patrick Dugan, Leon Kimich, Clint Eastepp, Jason Nored, Bryce Campbell, Matthew Deemer, Jacob Dye, Travis Fisher

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3000 West Villa Maria Road · Bryan, TX 77807 · (979) 823.1000 www.bcseagles.org Now accepting applications for the 2014-2015 school year.

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Inner Circle Member{ Platinum Members ANCO Insurance Atmos Energy The Bank & Trust Bryan Broadcasting BTU C.C. Creations Cetera Investment Services Children’s Miracle Network Citibank, N.A. City of Bryan City of College Station College Station Medical Center Commerce National Bank

Compass Bank The Eagle HEB The Hilton Knowledge Based Systems, Inc. Phillips 66 Prosperity Bank Scott & White Health Plan Scott & White Healthcare St. Joseph Express St. Joseph Health System St. Joseph Manor St. Joseph Physicians & Clinics

St. Joseph Regional Health Center TAMU Marketing & Communications TAMU Office of the President TAMU Procurement Services TAMU Provost/Exec. VP TAMU Vice President for Administration Texas A&M Health Science Center Texas A&M Health Science CenterCollege of Medicine Texas A&M Health Science CenterCollege of Nursing

Texas A&M Health Science CenterFamily Medicine Residency

Texas A&M Health Science CenterSchool of Rural Public Health

Texas A&M Physicians The Texas A&M University System Travis B. Bryan Municipal Golf Course University Pediatrics Assoc Walmart Supercenter - Bryan Wells Fargo Bank

Gold Members AeroFit Health & Fitness Allen Honda American Lube Centers, LLC American Momentum Bank

Best Western Premier Bottom Line Bookkeeping Brazos County Garlyn Shelton Imports

H&R Block Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Hyatt Place College Station The Oldham Goodwin Group,

Sherwood Health Care, Inc. Spirit of Texas Bank Suddenlink Communications Texas Commercial Waste

University Title Company Vaughn Construction

Global Event Group Godfrey Residential Group, Ltd Gooseneck Trailer Manufacturing Grub Burger Bar Hampton Inn & Suites Haute Couture Boutique Hillier Funeral, Cremation and Bereavement Specialists Hilton Garden Inn Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Aggieland Hollywood Cafe Bistro Hungry Howie’s Pizza Infinity Pro Sports Ihop - Bryan Ihop - College Station Ingram, Wallis & Company, P.C. Inn At Quarry Ridge Insite Printing Inspirations Isle at Watercrest KBTX-TV3 Kent Moore Cabinets, Ltd. KFC King Oaks Knife River Kolache Rolf’s Kyle Office Products/XEROX La Bodega/Eccell Group Lampstand Health & Rehab of Bryan, LLC Lawyers Title Co/Brazos County Liberty Dialysis - College Station Liere Insurance Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Livewire Productions Lone Star Trust & Investment Services Lowe’s of Bryan Lowe’s of College Station MacResource Computers MacResource Computers & Svc Macy’s Magnified Health & Rehab of Anderson, LLC Marr Eye Center maurices McLane Intelligent Solutions Medi-Care Equipment Specialties, Inc

Merrill Lynch Messina Hof Winery and Resort MHMR Authority Of Brazos Valley Mid South Baking Mid Towne Apartments MidSouth Bank Mid-South Synergy Midtown Towers Apartments Must Be Heaven Napa Flats Neutral Posture, Inc. New York Life North Hair Design Studio & Spa Northstar Interactive Media, Ltd. O.I. Corp/XYLEM, Inc. Oakwood Custom Homes Group On The Border Oscar & Sons Body Shop Outback Steakhouse Paychex Inc Pebble Creek Country Club Penncro Associates, Inc Peterson Law Group Pine Boutique Pitcock & Croix, Inc. Plygem Windows and Extrusion Polo Club Apartments Post Oak Mall Pratt & Andrews Orthodontics Producers Cooperative Association Pure Carwash Inc. Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers Ramada Regency Properties Reynolds and Reynolds Company Sam’s Club Sanderson Farms, Inc. Schaefer Custom Homes Shipwreck Grill LP SOS Staffing Specialties Photography, Inc. Spherion Standards Home Health StataCorp LP Sterling Auto Group Sterling Kia Subway Suites at Galleria Village Supermedia, LLC Swearingen Law Firm

Sylvan Learning Center Taco Cabana TAMU College of Architecture TAMU University Club TAMU Catering Taylor Made Gluten Free Bakery Teen Survival Driving Academy Terrace Pines Apartments TexAgs.com Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) Texas Brain & Spine Institute Texas Mutual Insurance Co Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) Texas World Speedway The Association of Former Students The Corner Bar & Grill The Kyle House The Physicians Centre Hospital The Research Valley Partnership The Sleep Station The Tap The Tool Guys Thompson Hospitality Thompson, Derrig & Craig, P.C. Traditions Club Traditions Real Estate Co Trevino-Smith Funeral Home Twin City Properties Mgmt. Inc. United Companies Varsity Ford Lincoln, Inc. Village Foods W. E. Gibson Insurance Waldenbrooke Estates Walmart Neighborhood Market Walmart Supercenter - College Station Watercrest at Bryan Watson Orthodontic Specialist of the Brazos Valley We Rent Storage Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC West, Webb, Allbritton & Gentry P.C. Whiskey Charlie’s Liquor #3 Wings ‘n More Woodbolt International

Silver Members 21 Gramercy Park ABC Home & Commercial Services AbouTown Press Acme Glass Company, Inc. Aggieland Business Park Aggieland Credit Union Aggieland Outfitters Aggieland RV Park, LLC Aggieland Spectacles Aggieland Title Company AgniTEK American Overhead Door CO. Amico Nave Ristorante Audio Video Audio Video Security Avinext B/CS Chamber of Commerce B/CS Convention & Visitors Bureau BCS Bars Beck Construction Best Buy Birdwell-Wright, DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse Blinn College Blinn College Foundation, Inc. Blue Baker Boomfit Brazos Cotton Exchange Brazos County Medicine Chest Brazos Janitorial Brazos Valley Affordable Housing Corp Brazos Valley Area-Wide Phone Book Brazos Valley Bombers Brazos Valley Floor and Design Brenham National Bank Briarcrest Country Club Britt Rice Electric L.P. Brown & Company Insurance Services Bruchez, Goss, Thornton, Meronoff, Hawthorne, P.C. Bryan Construction Company Bryan ISD Bryan Medicine Chest #119 Bryan Premiere Cinema Burger King BVSWMA, Inc - Compost Facility

BVSWMA, Inc - Landfill C&J Bar-B-Que Cafe Eccell/Eccell Group Caldwell Companies Caldwell Country Capital Farm Credit, ACA Capsher Technology, Inc. Carino’s Italian Casa Rod Express Casa Rodriguez CatWalk Hair Studio Cheddar’s College Station Chicken Express Chicken Express Bryan Chicken Oil Company Chick-Fil-A South College Station Chili’s Restaurant Chrome: A Salon Experience Chuy’s Mexican Restaurant Citizens Bank City Bank Mortgage City Bank Texas Cognizant Technology Solutions College Station ISD Computershare Concierge Conlee-Garrett Moving & Storage Copy Corner Cotton Patch Cafe Covenant Family Church Cracker Barrel / Old Country Store Crestview Retirement Community Crestview Home Health David Gardner’s Jewelers Dealers Electrical Supply Dealers Lighting Decker Financial Group DoubleDave’s Pizzaworks Dudley Construction, Ltd. Extraco Banks EZ Travel Inn FedEx First Security Building Maintenance Fish Daddy’s Grill House Fortress Health & Rehab of Rock Prairie Fries Financial Services G-Con Manufacturing George Bush Presidential Library and Museum

Vice Chair Jarrod Hix

LobsterFest/Golf Classic LobsterFest/Golf Classic Chair Rich White LobsterFest Auction Co-Chairs Amy Simoneaux and Dave Ruesink

Golf Classic Chair Scott Rolfsmeyer

LobsterFest Committee: Amy Simoneaux, Dave Ruesink, Brad Gause, Don Barber, Jill Becka, Bill Thompson, Melissa Tumlinson and Chamber Staff.

Golf Committee: Don Barber, Kerry Beck, Will Cropper, Debbie Holladay, Ashley Merryman, Barbie Springer, Bill Thompson, Brooke Mason, Carole Crutchfield, Debbie Holladay, Don Barber, Peggi Goss, Stacey Rowse, Stephen Beck, Joe Miller, Amy Simoneaux, Lindsay Dawson, and Will Cropper The Chamber’s LobsterFest and Golf Classic serve as one of the largest annual fundraisers for the non-profit organization.

The event begins on Sunday night with a lobster and steak dinner complete with auction, and ends on Monday with a golf tournament.

• LobsterFest; September 22, 2013 ◦ Over 450 Attendees ◦ Over 100 auction items, 5 major live auction items • 23rd Annual Golf Classic: September 23 ◦ 30 Teams • Title Sponsor: The Bank and Trust • Platinum Sponsors: C. C. Creations • Gold Sponsor: Awards & More • Silver Sponsor: Brazos Area-Wide Phone Book, Spirit of Texas Bank and Prosperity Bank • Over 80 volunteers helped across both events

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Tentative dates for the next LobsterFest and Golf Classic will be September 21st, 22nd 2014

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Bu{ine{{ Development Vice Chair Rich White

A Ta s e o f Ag g i e l a n d

E c o n o m i c O u t l o o k Co n fe r e n c e

Committee Chairman

What has evolved into the premier economic conference in the Brazos Valley, the Economic Outlook Conference gives attendees insight to topics that are or will be impacting the area. The conference has grown to welcoming attendees from other communities, including many elected officials from the seven county region that comprises the Brazos Valley.

Clayton Rhoades

Committee Members

Tap Bentz, Kim Fox, Abbie Krolczyk, Jo Manning, Kim Rank, Brian Light Mark Scarmardo, Nancy Dee Walker, Rich White • • • •

Date: March 5, 2013 Location: Brazos County Expo Center Title Sponsor: H.E.B. Silver Sponsors: Atmos Energy, Bryan ISD Education Foundation and Neutral Posture 32 Booths 985 Attendees

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The 2014 Epicurean Extravaganza will be Tuesday, April 29

Committee Co-Chairs

John Happ and Rayne Knight

Committee Members

John Bush, Mike Connor, Russell Dempsey, Angelique Gammon, Chuck Martinez, Jim Pillians, Al Scott, and , Shannon Waddell, Russell Dempsey • • • • • • • • •

Date: January 23, 2013 Location: Hilton College Station Title Sponsor: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A Coffee and Break Sponsor: Texas Commercial Waste Session Sponsors: BTU, St. Joseph, and College Station Utilities Notebook Sponsors: American Momentum Bank, Atmos Energy, Copy Corner, and Kyle Office Products Media Sponsors: Bryan Broadcasting (WTAW), The Eagle and Insite Printing and Graphics 464 Attendees Speakers: Tim Ottinger, Joey Dunn, Bob Cowell, Todd McDaniel, Tom Jackson, Odette Bolano, Dr. William L. Rayburn, Dr. Sam Shoemaker, Dr. James Gaines and Thomas R. Kowalski

The 2014 Economic Outlook Conference will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2014 at the College Station Hilton

E c o n o m i c O u t l o o k B r i e f i n g Lu n c h e o n

The B/CS Chamber of Commerce’s Legislative Affairs Committed hosted the 2013 Economic Outlook Briefing Luncheon The Impact of the 83rd Session of the Texas Legislature • • • •

Sponsored By: Caldwell Companies Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2013 from 11:30am to 1:00pm at The Hilton in College Station Speakers: Senator Charles Schwertner, Representative Kyle Kacal and Representative John Raney Moderator: Scott DeLucia, Bryan Broadcasting WTAW.

The 2013-2014 Economic Outlook Briefing has not been scheduled.

Please visit www.bcschamber.org for more info.

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Jana Bowers, Jennifer Cabezas, James Carroll, Stacy Overby, LaToya Rainwater, Rich White, Sarah Neely, Andrea Payton, Vonda Morrison • 42 Booths Job Fair Date: April 16, 2013 • 500 Attendees Location: The Hilton College Station Title Sponsor: Reynolds & Reynolds

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The 2014 Job Fair will be held on Wednesday, April 16

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Dinner Sponsors: Johnson Performance & Wellness Center Dance Sponsors: Outback Steakhouse and Kelly Services Captain’s Table Sponsor: Allen Honda Monte Carlo Sponsors: Urban Optics and Spring Insurance Invitation & Billboard Sponsor: North Hair Design Studio & Spa Table Decoration and Tote Sponsor: Merge and Pine Hair and Make-up Fashion Show Sponsor: Chrome Entertainment Sponsor: Painting with a Twist Strike-A-Pose Package: RDM Pros Media Sponsors: KBTX, The Eagle, Bryan Broadcasting, KAGS, Clear Channel, Lamar Outdoor Advertising and KORA/KTAM/KJXJ/KBXT/ KAPN Fashion Show Participants: Pine and Merge Boutiques, Macys, Brazos Running Company, Aggieland Outfitters, Sabi Boutique, Joseph A. Banks, Douglas Jewelers, Chrome, Fig-Ment Photography Entertainers: Pine & Merge Boutiques, Macy’s Brazos Running Company, Aggieland Outfitters, Sabi Boutique, Joseph A Bank, Douglas Jewelers, Chrome, Fig-Mint Photography.

366 Attendees

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Committee Members

Allison Meserole, Amy Reed, Amy Supak, Angeletta Brown, Britni Yancey, Charlotte Green, Dara Nugent, Glenda Russell, Jarrod Hix, Jennifer Burnett, John Seigler, Josh Smith, Kim Jones, Lacy Loeffler, Lauren Alexander, Leslie Donaway, Mary Beckman, Shane McAuliffe, Memorie Word, Jordan Meserole, Scott Rolfsmeyer, Sharon Brown, Shasta Horn, Shelly Humphrey, Steve Fullhart, Tangelia McBrewer, Tracy Bates, Travis Rollins, Trisha Raynbird, Zack Morgan, Tap Bentz, Eric Wylie, Irma Galvan

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Bryan–College Station Chamber of Commerce: 2012-2013 Annual Report

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Committees; Bill Flores (TX-D-17) Budget, Natural Resources, Veterans Affairs Committees; Eric Cantor (VA-D-7) House Majority Leader; Kevin McCarthy (CAD-22) House Majority Whip; Jeff Miller (FL-D-1) Committee on Veterans Affairs (Speaker Pro Tempore); Paul Ryan (WI-R-8) Chairman, Budget Committee; Frank Lucus (OK-D-3) Chairman Agriculture Committee; Sam Graves (MO-D-6) Chairman Small Business Committee; Michael McCaul (TX-D-10) Chairman Homeland Security, Ethics, Foreign Affairs, Science, Space & Technology; Gene Green (TX-D-29) Energy & Commerce Committee; Henry Cuellar (TX-D-28) Appropriations Committee; Louie Gohmert (TX-D-1) Judiciary, Natural Resources Committees; Steve Scalise (LA-D-1) Energy and Commerce Committee

Le g i s l a t i ve A f f a i r s Co m m i t t e e Committee Co-Chairs

Mary Lynne Stratta and Marty Cangelose

Committee Members:

Andrew Robinson, Ann Horton, Barry Nelson, Ben Downs, Bill Thompson, Bob Malaise, Bob Yancy, Bobby Bisor, Brad McCaleb, Brian Thigpin, Burl Haigwood, Byon Williams, Celia Hernandez, Chace Murphy, Chris Jarmon, Chris Scotti, Christina Shumaker, Claudia Smith, Daniel Hernandez, Dave Ruesink, David O’Neil, David Werley, Deborah Cowman, Debra Capps, Dena Gaskin, Don Fazzino, Doug Thornton, Eddie Coulson, Eric ProvoltEric Wylie, Gary Flenniken, Gentry Woodard, Glen Brewer, Glen Davis, Glenda Hoon, Hayden Paul, Irma Cauley, Jack Buckley, Jacque Flagg, James Edge, Jan Lee, Jason Bienski, Jason Ogle, Jason Reynolds, Jay Meador, Jerry Fox, Joel Mitchell, John Allen, John Anderson, John Happ, John Raney, Judy LeUnes, Julie Porter, Julie Schultz, Kathy Hubbard, Kathy Krusie, Kathy Merrill, Kean Register, Kelly Templin, Kenny Mallard, Kim Casey, Kristen Luera, Lee Kavanagh, Lee Kavanagh DDS, Linda Ravey, Lisa Aldrich, Liz Dickey, Manuel Gonzalez, Martha Tyroch, Marty Cangelose, Mary Lynne Stratta, Michael Oder, Michael O’Quinn, Michael Parks, Michael Schaefer, Mike Connor, Mike George, Mike Wright, Nancy Berry, Tami Overby, Patricia Gerling, Phil Shackelford, Priscilla Miller, Randall Pitcock, Robert Swearingen, Ron Gay, Ron Schmidt, Royce Hickman, Sally Jurica, Scott Pool, Scott Simpson, Shannon Overby, Sharon Brown, Shawn Rhodes, Sherry Mashburn, Steve Aldrich, Susan Vestal, Tap Bentz, Tedi Ellison, Teresa Benden, Terra Willett, Tim Ottinger, Todd McDaniel, Tracy Bates, Tracy Holland, Will Cropper

Wa s h i n g t o n D. C . Le g i s l a t i ve Tr i p • • •

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Dates: May 6-9, 2013 Federal Legislative Action Plan Sponsor: College Station Medical Center Delegation included: John Anderson, Merrill Lynch; Robert Bisor, Texas A&M University; Glen Brewer, American Momentum Bank; Irma Cauley, Brazos County; Ben Downs, Bryan Broadcasting; Daniel Hernandez, Hernandez Law Firm; Alex Lotz, KBTX Media; Bob Malaise, The Research Valley Partnership; Joel Mitchell, Mitchell & Morgan, Jason Ogle, Knowledge Based Systems; Chace Murphy, Atmos Energy, John Nichols, City of College Station; Shannon Overby, B/CS Convention & Visitors Bureau; Kean Register, City of Bryan; John Happ, Texas A&M; Daniel Hernandez, Hernandez Law Firm; Royce Hickman, B/CS Chamber of Commerce; Burl Haigwood, B/CS Chamber of Commerce; Kathrine Hubbard, Douglas Jewelers, Jim Lewis, Research Valley Partnership; Linda Ravey, Texas A&M University System; Michael Schaefer, Blinn College; Scott Simpson, citizen; Mary Lynne Stratta, City of Bryan; Paul Turney, BV Affordable Housing The Delegation was provided with a special briefing by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, met all 32 Texas Representatives and/or their staff plus and key committee representatives. And worked with Congressman Bill Flores’ office to coordinate a Congressional Leadership briefing by the following officials: Senator John Cornyn (TX) Minority Whip, Finance, Judiciary; Senator Ted Cruz (TX) Armed Services, Commerce, S&T, Judiciary, Rules & Admin. Special Aging

Au s t i n Le g i s l a t i ve Tr i p • • • • • •

Dates: February 5 - 6, 2013 Visited:181 offices in the Texas House and Senate on February 6, 2013.

Reception Sponsor: Cityof Bryan, City of College Station, Research Valley Partnership, Texas A&M University, Texas Commercial Waste, and Verizon.

Breakfast Sponsor: Atmos Energy and Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU).

The delegation was recognized with on the House and Senator Floors with resolutions in both houses by our elected officials Senator Schwertner, and Representatives Raney and Kacal.

Delegation Included: Steve Aldrich, Lisa Aldrich, John Anderson, Nancy Berry, Jason Bienski, Bobby Bisor, Blanche Brick, Sharon Brown, Jack Buckley, Marty Cangelose, Irma Cauley, Deborah Cowman, Ben Downs, Burl Haigwood, John Happ, Royce Hickman, Kathy Krusie, Jim Lewis, Bob Malaise, Kenny Mallard, Sherry Mashburn, Todd McDaniel, Gary Miller, Priscilla Miller, Chace Murphy, John Nichols, Jason Ogle, Ivan Olsen, David O’Neil, Shannon Overby, Ted Raspiller, Kean Register, Ron Schmidt, Julie Schultz, Frank Simpson, Mary Lynn Strata, Jason Stuebe, Susan Vestal, Martha Tyroch, David Werley and Eric Wylie.

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Lo c a l C a n d i d a t e s Fo r u m s • • • •

Date: October 15, 2012 Location: Hilton College Station Candidates for Texas House of Representative Districts 12 & 14 Broadcast live on WTAW & KBTX.com

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Date: October 22, 2012 Location: Briarcrest Country Club Candidates for: -- City of Bryan Council ◦◦ Single Member District 3 ◦◦ Single Member District 5 ◦◦ At Large -- Bryan ISD Scholl Board ◦◦ Place 7 Broadcast live on WTAW & KBTX.com

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Committee Members:

David Elbel, Elmer Schneider, Jay Wilder, Jim McCord, Jerry Manry, Lonnie Cammack, Patricia Gerling, Randel Whittlesey, Charles Mancusco, John Geisenschlag Tom Quarles, Bill Thompson, Barron Hobbs, David Ohnedalski, James Deatherage and Jesse Wright

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Bryan–College Station Chamber of Commerce: 2012-2013 Annual Report

Community Enhancement Vice Chair Robert “Bobby” Bisor

Ag B r e a k f a s t Co m m i t t e e • • • • • • • •

Date: November 20, 2012 Location: Brazos Valley Expo Complex 375 Attendees Title Sponsors: Capital Farm Credit & Producers Cooperative Association Sponsor Level II: George Bush Presidential Library and Museum Media Sponsor: The Eagle/Land &Livestock Post Local Agribusiness Sponsors: ABC Equipment, Brazos Bottom Crop Care, Brazos Valley Livestock Commission, Casa Rodriguez Feather Crest Farms, Inc, H-E-B, Monsanto, Ruffino Meats, Sam’s Club, Scarmardo Distribution/The Farm Patch, Slovacek Sausage, Co, What’s the Buzz Coffee Co.

Join us on Tuesday, November 24 for the 2014 Annual Ag Breakfast.

The 2013-2014 Ag Breakfast was Tuesday, November 26.

Committee Chairman Anthonette Ruffino

Committee Members:

Elaine Abshire, Luann Argersinger, Don Barber, Gayla Briles, Sharon Brown, Jarrek Hartsell, Kelly Lowes, Judy McLeod, Vonda Morrision, Christina Seidel, Shanda Swallers

Yo u t h t o C a r e e r Fa i r • • • •

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Date: March 21, 2013 Location: Brazos Valley Expo Complex Title Sponsor: College Station Utilities Food Sponsor: Global Event Group Facility Sponsor: Producers Cooperative Association Contributing Sponsor: AgniTek, Bailey Catering & Concessions, Bryan Coca-Cola, H-E-B, The Eagle,/Land & Livestock Post, College Station Hilton, The Insite Group, Pepsi Beverages Company, Sam’s Club, Kristen Distributing, Producers Cooperative Shipwreck Grill, The Farm Patch, InSite Group, and Slovacek Sausage An estimated $11,934 was taken to Brazos County Youth Livestock Show from the Crawfish Boil’s ticket sales.

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Date: October 24, 2012 Location: Brazos Valley Expo Complex Title Sponsor: Sylvan Learning Center Additional Sponsors: City of Bryan, City of College Station, College Station ISD, Bryan ISD, Atmos Energy, Texas A&M Health Science Center, Blinn College, George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, Pepsi Co, HEB, Jason’s Deli, What’s the Buzz Coffee, Sam’s Club, McDonalds, KTEX 2600 Students Attended 81 Booths

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Le a d e r s h i p B r a z o s Co-Chairman Jason Cornelius, Gary Flenniken and Andrew Kilzer Coordinators: • • • • • • •

Local Economy: Dale Browne, Kim Jones, Marissa Liles, Shane McAuliffe, Melissa McIlhaney State and Local Government: Mary Beckman, Bobby Gutierrez, Kathryn Knotts, Doug Lyles, Frank Simpson Arts & Culture: Lisa Burton, Kim Fox, Candace Neal, Eva Read-Warden Health & Wellness: Shawn Clark, Rudy Grimaldo, Andy O’Bannon, Cathy Phillips, Sally Stroech Education: John Agnew, Jason Hawkins, Scott McCollum, Jennifer Price Higher Education: Donnie Fowler,Tracy Kyle, Melissa McIlhaney, Brandon Webb Criminal Justice: Courtney Malek, Allison Meserole, Alison Prince, Casey Wright, Stephanie Coomes CJ Consultants: Jon Agnew,Scott McCollum

2012-2013 Program Sponsors:

AgniTEK, Wells Fargo Bank, B/CS Apartment Association, Blinn College, Fuego Tortilla Grill, The Bank & Trust, C.C. Creations, Chick-fil-A, What’s the Buzz Coffee, Brazos Valley Bank, Prosperity Bank, Sam’s Club, Pepsi, Village Foods, City Bank Texas, RDM Audio Video, Allen Honda, Aggieland Title Company, City of Bryan, City of College Station, and Outback Steakhouse, Global Event Group

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2012-2013 Graduates:

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Applications deadline for the 2014-2015 Leadership Brazos program will be July 31, 2014.

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Bryan–College Station Chamber of Commerce: 2012-2013 Annual Report

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J u n i o r Le a d e r s h i p B r a z o s Co-Chairman

Cal McNeill and Chrissy Hester •

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Sponsors: Aggieland Credit Union, American Momentum Bank, ANCO Insurance, Atmos Energy, Blinn College, Brazos Valley Bank, Bryan Construction, Bryan Texas Utilities, C.R. Goodman Companies, Candy 95.1, Capital Farm Credit, Chrome: A Salon Experience, CitiBank, City of Bryan, City of Bryan Youth Services, City of College Station, Commerce National Bank, Compass Bank, Copy Corner, Doggett Auto Parts, First Victoria Bank, Glen & Beckie Davis, Kelly Burt Dozer, Inc., Leadership Brazos Alumni Association, Cal & Beth McNeill, Oldham Goodwin Group, Producers Cooperative, Prosperity Bank, Royce & Mary Hickman, Schaefer Custom Homes, Scott & White, Sterling Auto Group, Texas Commercial Waste, The Bank & Trust, The Eagle, The Ellison Firm, Thompson, Derrig & Craig, P.C., Tom Light Chevrolet, University Title Company, Wells Fargo Bank, Brad & Wilma Wolters, Holiday Inn and Suites

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Leadership: Hugh Walker, Sally Jurica & Ronnie Jackson Criminal Justice: Wayne Dickey & Rhonda Seaton Banking & Finance: Eric Wylie & Arty Brieden Local Economy: Charlotte Green, Ben Downs, Matt Bobbitt Local Government: City of College Station Medical Services: Beth McNeill & Chrissy Hester Arts & Communications: Chrissy Hester & Randi Mays-Knapp

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2013 Meal Sponsors: McDonald’s, Shipley’s Donuts, McAlister’s Deli, Brazos County, DoubleDave’s Pizzaworks, Chicken Express, Cheddar’s, Shipwreck Grill and Newk’s, Buppy’s Catering, Blue Baker

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2012-2013 Graduates: Jacob Altendorf, James Amdor, Kimberly Bosquez, Jose Chavez, Taylor Cornett, Kinsey Craig, Preston Cunha, Coulter DeWitt, Montana Hammock, Amy Heijl, Sanathan Iyer, Dalton Jones, Cassidy Lovett, Kalen Martin, Carlos Martinez-Gloria, Shawna Parks, Justin Sanders, Blake Steines, Ryan Wagner, Emma Wertz, Brooke Wolters, Chunyun Yu

Applications for the 2015 Junior Leadership Brazos program will be available in October 2014.

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Junior Leadership Brazos gives high school Juniors an inside look at how our community works and provides them with opportunities ad skills to become future community leaders.

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Officers: ◦◦ Chairman – Brian Bowers ◦◦ Chair-Elect – Scott Simpson ◦◦ Treasurer – John Flynn ◦◦ Secretary – Betty Conlee Richter Coordinators: ◦◦ Activities: Sally Jurica, Erin Gage ◦◦ Leadership Brazos: Jason Cornelius, Gary Flenniken, Andrew Kilzer ◦◦ Junior Leadership Brazos: Cal McNeill, Chrissy Hester ◦◦ Community Leadership Briefing: Rhonda Seaton

John Happ received the Outstanding Alumni Award from the 2012-2013 Leadership Brazos Alumni Association at a Membership luncheon sponsored by LBAA. The Luncheon took place on Thursday, June 6, 2013 at Briarcrest Country Club.

The luncheon featured keynote speaker Brigadier General Joe E. Ramirez, Jr. Commandant, Texas A&M Corps of Cadets

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Debbie Eller, Betty Richter and Rhonda Seaton • • • • •

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Date: September 26, 2013 Location: Hosted by the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum Sponsored by American Lube Centers & Texas Commercial Waste Working Lunch Sponsored by Sully’s Sports Grill & Bar Attendees: 31Attendees, 27 speakers

2013 Speakers: Royce Hickman, President & CEO, (B/CS Chamber of Commerce); Warren Finch, George Bush Presidential Library and Museum; College Station Mayor Nancy Berry; Bryan Mayor Jason Bienski; Ben Downs, Bryan Broadcasting; Dr. Tommy Wallis, Bryan ISD; Eddie Coulson, College Station ISD; Joey Dunn, City of Bryan; Randall Heye, City of College Station; Kenny Mallard, Brazos County; Jason Jennings, Scott & White - College Station Region; Odette Bolano, St. Joseph Health System; Tom Jackson, College Station Medical Center; Representative John Raney, Texas House of Representatives; James Edge, Office of Congressman Bill Flores; Hayden Paul, Office of Senator Charles Schwertner; Jason Reynolds, Office of Representative Kyle Kacal; James Stewart, Brazos County; Curtis Darby, City of Bryan; Jeff Capps, City of College Station Chief of Police; Mike Ragan, Interim Texas A&M University Chief of Police; Lori Bruffett, KBTX; Crystal Dupre, The Eagle; Matt Fry J.D., Office of the President, Texas A&M University; Dr. Kathleen Anzivino, Blinn College’s Brazos County Campuses

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Bryan–College Station Chamber of Commerce: 2012-2013 Annual Report

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Vice Chair Angelique Gammon The Communication division launched several strategic projects during 2012-2013. With support from the media committee the Chamber website www.bcschamber.org was redesigned and updated. New features were added such as an online RSVP, an improved calendar and more information about advertising/ sponsorship opportunities and new member orientation. The new website was launched in April of 2013.

The Chamber also finished the production and launch of the Mobile Chamber Membership Directory. This new website feature allows smart-phones and other mobile devices (e.g., I-Pad and tablets) to search for Chamber Members either alphabetically or by their business category. The new website feature will give shoppers on the go access to business addresses, phone number and website.

In some cases this feature will also have direct links to maps, phone call buttons, and the member website.

The Communications division is also responsible for the publication of the monthly Connections magazine, the weekly InSider Report, this Annual Report, the Chamber’s Facebook page, Twitter account, sales and marketing collateral and much more.

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The Chamber’s annual “Membership Directory” will be published in January of 2014, and is distributed to all Chamber members.

The directory is published ever year and includes alphabetical and categorical listings of all the current Chamber of Commerce members. Also included in the directory are overviews of the Chamber, as well as community and county information. Directories are available to the public for $20

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