GRAPEVINE CHAMBER PROGRAMS & EVENTS Membership Luncheons 3rd Thursday, 11:30 a.m. Grapevine Convention Center Corner of Vine St. & Municipal Way Each Membership Luncheon is designed to provide networking, 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” drawing at the end of each luncheon.
Business After Hours Mixers Monthly, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Various locations These casual, evening networking events introduce Chamber members to the host organization, while providing a great networking opportunity.
Grapevine Chamber Golf Tournament First Monday in October
Economic Development Partnership Meetings 4th Wednesday, 8 a.m. Gary & Cynthia Blankenship Business Center
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.
This meeting is a Chamber-City partnership to promote the area for new business, business expansion and retention, as well address concerns of local businesses, with reports on Economic Development, Planning & Zoning, transportation and more.
AMP’T - Advancing Modern Professionals for Tomorrow First Thursday, 11:30 a.m. Gary & Cynthia Blankenship Business Center
Ambassadors Committee 3rd Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. Gary & Cynthia Blankenship Business Center
The Chamber’s Young Professionals group, AMP’T, is designed for Chamber members age 21-39 seeking to advance their career and professional development. They hold monthly luncheons and happy hours.
This group is the welcoming arm of the Chamber, participating in ribbon cuttings, ground breakings and volunteering at various events.
Leadership Grapevine August - May, 2nd Thursdays 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, health and safety, and much more.
Grapevine Casino Night August The biggest party of the year, raising funds for Chamber operations and programs, presented by the Past Chairman’s Advisory Council, featuring casino-style games, food and fun! 30 | Grapevine Chamber of Commerce
Grapevine Parade of Lights First Thursday in December Historic Grapevine Main St. Beginning in 1979, the Parade of Lights is the largest lighted Christmas parade in North Texas. The Grapevine Chamber and the City of Grapevine, with the support of Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, work together to create the Annual Grapevine Parade of Lights.
Community Awards Banquet Annually each January or February This annual event honors deserving businesses and individuals who have provided leadership and support for the Chamber, as well as the City of Grapevine.
New Member Breakfasts Quarterly | 8:00 a.m. | Various Locations New members receive an overview of the mission and goals of the organization from staff and current members.
Grapevine Job Fair April | www.GrapevineJobFair.com NTX Regional Job Fair October | www.NTXRegionalJobFair.com 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 and Chamber members. With many of the Metroplex’s largest employers in Grapevine, these job fairs offer individuals in the community the opportunity to take the next step in their career.
Business Over Coffee 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 8 a.m. Gary & Cynthia Blankenship Business Center Business Builders Lunch 4th Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. Esparza’s Restaurante Mexicano These twice-monthly networking groups are open to any Chamber member. Each meeting has a time for spotlight speakers, as well as one-on-one networking.
Senior Services Alliance 2nd Wednesday, 9 a.m. Gary & Cynthia Blankenship Business Center This is a consortium of Chamber member businesses who provide products or services for senior adults, offering them the ability to develop a network of service providers for their clients, as well as joint promotional opportunities.
