2016 Grapevine Chamber of Commerce Program of Work

PROGRAM OF WORK

& MEMBERSHIP INVESTMENT

MONTHLY EVENTS & PROGRAMS

Membership Luncheon 3rd Thursday, 11:30 a.m. @ Grapevine Convention Center Each Membership Luncheon is designed to provide education, motivation and updates to Chamber members. Recent new members to the Chamber are introduced the first time they attend, and there is a “Must Be Present to Win” cash drawing at the end of each luncheon.

Economic Development Partnership Meeting 4th Wednesday, 8 a.m. @ Grapevine City Hall This monthly meeting is a partnership between Chamber member businesses and the City of Grapevine to promote the area for new business, business expansion and retention, as well as to address concerns of local businesses. At each meeting a different guest speaker shares about an upcoming project or a topic of community interest.

New Member Breakfast 1st Wednesday, Alternating Months, 8:15 a.m.

Each New Member Breakfast offers new members of the Chamber the opportunity to receive an overview of the mission and goals of the organization from current members, while also providing a time for one-on-one networking with fellow new members.

By Invitation Only

AMP’T - Advancing Modern Professionals for Tomorrow 3rd Monday, 11:30 a.m., Various Locations AMP’T is designed for Chamber members age 21-39 seeking to advance their career by learning from senior executives. More than just a meet and greet, attendees receive applicable advice from a senior executive willing to share their experience and answer questions.

Past Chairmen’s Council A meeting that connects the past Chairmen of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors with current issues and activities.

JOB FAIRS

Business Insight Series One Friday a Month, 8 a.m.

This series is designed for individual employees, managers or business owners who are interested in improving or developing their overall leadership skills.

Grapevine Job Fair Annually each April www.GrapevineJobFair.com NTX Regional Job Fair Annually each October www.NTXRegionalJobFair.com

CHAMBER COMMITTEES

The Grapevine Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with other local groups and organizations, hosts two job fairs each year to support the growing hiring needs of our local business community. With many of the Metroplex’s largest employers in Grapevine, these job fairs offer a great opportunity for Chamber members to find their next great employee and connect with the community.

Women’s Division of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce www.GrapevineChamber-WomensDiv.com

$40 Women’s Division Dues

The Women’s Division of the Grapevine Chamber was formed in 1965 with the purpose of fostering the spirit of cultural and commercial progress among the women of Grapevine, to encourage goodwill and fellowship and to enable them to cooperate with the Chamber in the advancement of the civic, industrial, commercial and educational interest of the City of Grapevine.

Ambassadors 3rd Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. (Monthly Meeting)

$10 fee for Ambassador Name Badge

The Chamber’s Ambassadors are the welcoming arm of the Chamber, with members promoting their business by participating in ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings and volunteering at various events.

Women’s Division Programs: • School Supplies - Collection and distribution of school supplies to GICSD families in need • Christmas Spirit - Program benefitting senior adults and the disabled in Grapevine Women’s Division Events: • Monthly Luncheon - 3rd Tuesday, 11:45 a.m.

• Great Taste of Grapevine, March 24 • NEW in 2016 - 5K Fun Run, December 3 • NEW in 2016 - Music Festival, August 19 * Volunteer Opportunity

Legislative Council The Chamber will review any policy or legislation considered by local, state or national governments impacting our business community and find ways to secure a positive business environment.

Senior Services Alliance 2nd Wednesday, 9 a.m. @ Chamber Office The Senior Services Alliance is a consortium of Chamber member businesses that provide products / services for senior adults, offering them the ability to develop a network of service providers for their clients and joint promotional opportunities.

ANNUAL EVENTS & PROGRAMS Grapevine Parade of Lights 1st Thursday in December, 7 p.m.

Historic Downtown Grapevine The Chamber hosts the Annual Grapevine Parade of Lights with Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, supporting the City of Grapevine’s Christmas Capital of Texas® campaign.

Grapevine Casino Night Annually each August The Grapevine Chamber’s Past Chairmen’s Council hosts this annual fundraising event, a casual evening of casino style games, food and fun.

Grapevine Chamber Golf Classic Annually each October In a fun and relaxed atmosphere, this annual tournament offers networking opportunities with members or clients. With morning and afternoon tee times, the tournament offers a number of sponsorship opportunities for business marketing. * Volunteer Opportunity Main Street Fest & GrapeFest The Chamber hosts a Concession Trailer and Beer Booth each year at these major City of Grapevine events, providing a means of networking and advertising for members, while raising funds for the Chamber’s initiatives. * Volunteer Opportunity

Community Awards Banquet Annually each January This annual event honors deserving businesses and individuals who have provided leadership and support for the Chamber, as well as the City of Grapevine. Awards include: Don Ramey Community Spirit, Ted Willhoite Legacy Award, D. E. Box Citizen of the Year, Business Hall of Fame, Member of the Year and Women’s Division Woman of the Year.

Leadership Grapevine August - May

$500 members/$600 non-members $25 application fee

An innovative leadership development program, by the Chamber and City of Grapevine, Leadership Grapevine offers citizens and community leaders the opportunity to learn about municipal government, economic development, cultural opportunities, transportation, health and safety, and much more.

For Leadership graduates, the Leadership Alumni program allows for the planning and directing of future Leadership Grapevine classes. * Volunteer Opportunity

ABOUT THE CHAMBER

Chamber Goals Stewardship - Prosperity To use visionary stewardship of the Grapevine Chamber’s assets, both financial and intellectual, to strengthen the economic prosperity of all stakeholders.

Board of Directors The Grapevine Chamber is currently operated by a Board of Directors made up of 22 member volunteers, who meet once a month.

Nine serve with three year terms in three member cycles. There is also a one year appointment and five ex-officio members. The Chairmanship rotation is a three year term, so that the individuals appointed to serve as Chair-Elect, Chair and Immediate Past Chair will be able to fulfill their obligation.

Bylaws & Policy Maintenance The Chamber’s Board of Directors maintains current and relevant bylaws and policies for the organization.

Best Practice Visits For mutual benefit, the Grapevine Chamber, a 5-Star Accredited Chamber from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, meets with other area or regional Chambers to learn and share best practices.

Organization Structure The Grapevine Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 non-profit corporation which was chartered in 1952. The Chamber’s operational budget comes from the business members’ yearly investments as well as projects and special events.

The mission, budget and program of work is designed by the volunteer Board of Directors made up of elected and appointed members. The board hires a CEO to maintain the day-to-day operations of the organization and staff, which is housed at the Chamber office.

In 2013, the Grapevine Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation, was established to assist with worthwhile, charitable activities.

Financial Review Committee The Chamber’s Board of Directors maintains the fiscal responsibility and analyzes the financial practices of the organization.

Technology & Marketing Having won numerous Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE) Media Awards for its Social Media, website and marketing materials, the Chamber tasks itself with upholding the highest standards in technology, marketing and design in its printed and online communications.

NETWORKING EVENTS

ONLINE CHAMBER BENEFITS Customize your business’ online directory listing: • Description of business • Keywords for search • Links to Social Media • Hours of operation • Driving directions • Enhanced Listing for $180 annually adds content/photos

Business After Hours Mixers Twice a Month, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

These relaxed, evening networking events introduce Chamber members to the host organization, while providing an opportunity to build a network of local contacts. Be sure to bring business cards!

Business Over Coffee 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 8 a.m.

This morning networking group is open to any Chamber member and meets twice a month. Each meeting has a time for spotlight speakers, as well as one-on-one networking. There is no cost to attend. Each attendee covers the cost of their meal.

Business Builders 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.

This lunch networking group is open to any Chamber member and meets twice a month. Each meeting has a time for spotlight speakers, as well as one-on-one networking. There is no cost to attend. Each attendee covers the cost of their meal.

With the My Chamber App, on iPhone, Blackberry and Android devices, your business listing is mobile with: • Contact information, location & map • Hot Deals • Community Events Login to the Chamber website to: • Register and pay for events • Post job openings to the Chamber’s online job board • Promote Hot Deals to boost your business’ promotions • Share community events on the Chamber’s online calendar • Pay invoices online, quickly and easily • Generate Grapevine Chamber Membership Badge • Share news from your company or organization Grapevine Commercial Property Index Through BrokerSavant and the Chamber website, commercial developers and brokers can add their property to the Chamber’s property index. Visit the Chamber’s Relocation/Economic Development page for more info.

Grapevine Chamber Legislative Resource www.GrapevineChamber.org click on“Government” A grassroots benefit of the Grapevine Chamber is the ability to let the business voice be heard by our elected officials. Through our Chamber website, we have developed a legislative resource where we will post business issues you can TAKE ACTION on.

Business Partnership To build strong partnerships through relevant, essential programs and opportunities.

Leadership To have strong and progressive leadership for the Grapevine Chamber, and for the organization to be a model and recognized leader of the business community.

Mission Promote business that adds value to our community

Vision A progressive business organization that brings relevant and essential opportunities for our investors and community to grow and prosper

Values Excellence, Innovation, Integrity & Community

Contact Us 200 Vine St. Grapevine, Texas 76051 Phone: (817) 481-1522 Fax: (817) 424-5208 info@GrapevineChamber.org www.GrapevineChamber.org

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CHAMBER STAFF

Chairman Steve Haley Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center (817) 481-8444

Chairman Elect Joe Szymaszek Grapevine Mills (972) 724-4910

Marti Pevehouse Director of Membership Development

Immediate Past Chairman Paul Slechta Panda Embroidery (817) 488-4151

Treasurer Theresa Mason MIG Real Estate (817) 719-0280

Natalie Thompson-Garner Manager of Membership Services

VC-Business Partnerships LeAnn Brown Silver Oak Commercial Realty, LLC (817) 849-8282

CEO RaDonna Hessel Grapevine Chamber of Commerce (817) 481-1522

Michael Miori Director of Business Development

Linda Broom Rovia/The Smart Employer’s Solution (469) 525-0681

Steve Brown Esparza’s Restaurante Mexicano (817) 481-4668

Bruce Dalton Groups360 (817) 421-2043

Darla Denton Devin Designs Florist (817) 481-7818

Mary Jo Tellin Director of Program Development

William Moore Director of Communication

George Grubbs III Grubbs Infiniti Grapevine (817) 359-4000

John Hood Manhattan Construction Company (214) 357-7400

Susie Howell Frost (817) 420-5200

Matt McPhail LegacyTexas (817) 287-5600

Nathaniel Neal NJ Graphic Design, Inc. (817) 329-9911

Glen Pirtle Classic Chevrolet/The Thompson Group (817) 410-1560

CONTACT US Grapevine Chamber of Commerce 200 Vine Street Grapevine, Texas 76051 Phone: (817) 481-1522 Fax: (817) 424-5208 Email: info@GrapevineChamber.org

Eric Wang Ming Wang (817) 251-7802

Bruno Rumbelow City of Grapevine City Manager (817) 410-3105

Website: www.GrapevineChamber.org

Ex-Officio

Dr. Robin Ryan Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Superintendent (817) 488-9588 Ex-Officio

Paul W. McCallum Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau Executive Director (817) 410-3186 Ex-Officio

Steve Newton Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine President (817) 488-4151 Ex-Officio

Amanda Calongne State Representative Giovanni Capriglione Chief of Staff (817) 431-5339 Ex-Officio

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