Lubbock Business Network_April 2015 Newsletter

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In the News this Month:

Business Expo............................................................................................6 8 Ways To Get Noticed On Social Media Today..............................8 Community Prayer Luncheon..............................................................9 National Day of Transportation ..........................................................9 Cinco de Mayo Luncheon ....................................................................9 Chamber Advocacy at Work..... .........................................................11

A Message from the Chamber

S ince 1913, the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce’s mission of strengthening, promoting and serving its member businesses has positively benefitted the entire region and local quality of life.

As the largest business federation on the South Plains, the Chamber represents almost 2,200 members who employ approximately 73,000 workers, and account for around $900 million in economic impact in Lubbock and West Texas. This is accomplished without the use of tax dollars.

Each day, the Chamber strengthens, promotes and serves its member businesses through numerous programs and events.

The Chamber advocates on local, state and federal levels and offers diverse programs for both large and small as well as minority-owned businesses.

Share Your News!

To submit an article about your business, to purchase Lubbock Business Network sponsorships, contact the Chamber’s Communications and Marketing Division at (806) 761-7000.

Click here to visit the videos page on our website. This will keep you up to date with our latest ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings and testimonials.

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2015 Board of Directors Executive Committee Chairman

Jay Jacobus, Scarborough Specialties, Inc. Chairwoman-Elect

Beth Bridges, South Plains Mall Immediate Past Chairwoman

Alona Beesinger, Suddenlink Treasurer

Diannah Tatum, Sanford & Tatum Insurance Agency Secretary

Eddie McBride, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Vice Chairman, Business Development

Brice Foster, City Bank Vice Chairman, Communications & Marketing

Scott Fagin, First United Bank Vice Chairman, Government & Community Relations

David Park, Atmos Energy Vice Chairman, Leadership

Gabe Vitela, Twisted Root Burger Co. Vice Chairman, Membership & Investor Relations

Jessie Mendoza, FirstBank & Trust

Board of Directors Carmen Aguirre, Children’s Advocacy Center of the South Plains Sharon Hyde Bass, Volunteer Center Lubbock Ron Betenbough, Betenbough Homes Michael Calvillo, Michael Calvillo Bail Bonds Renee Gonzales Davis, Alderson Enterprises/Mercedes-Benz Linda Gaither, WestMark Realtors-Gaither/Ratcliff Jeff Horn, Benchmark Business Solutions Clayton Isom, The Isom Group Chris James, United Supermarkets Brent King, UMC Health System Chris Lonngren, Schlotzsky’s Dave Marcinkowski, Madera Companies Kathy Oaks, American Cancer Society Richard Parks, Covenant Health Bill Patton, Robinson, Johnston & Patton, CPAs Tony Pena, FirstCapital Bank L. Timothy Perrin, Lubbock Christian University Cathy Pope, StarCare Specialty Health System Cory Powell, TTU Mentor Tech Dr. Berhl Robertson, Lubbock Independent School District Frank Silvas, AFLAC-Frank Silvas Polly Vann, V-tech Environmental Services Dr. David Vroonland, Frenship Independent School District Chuck Walker, FirstCare Health Plans Connie Wharton, Consultant

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Upcoming Events April 7 Young Professionals of Lubbock First Tuesday Networking sponsored by First United Bank April 9 Business After Hours sponsored by Las Brisas Southwest Steakhouse Stand up for Transportation Day April 23 Business After Hours sponsored by Casey Carpet One April 29 Community Partnership Forum

For a complete list of Chamber and member events, visit our calendar online at lubbockchamber.com/events.

Business After Hours

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Apr i l 2 Ribbon Cutting: Voice of Hope (Lubbock Rape Crisis Center) – 2 p.m.

Lubbock Area United Way, 1655 Main St., Ste. 101 Ribbon Cutting: 73rd ABC Rodeo – 4:30 p.m.

City Bank Coliseum, 2720 Drive of Champions 6 Ribbon Cutting: LCU Centennial Celebration – 11:45 a.m.

Arnett House - 21st & Dover 7 Leadership Lubbock Committee Meeting – 10 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: Sondra’s Song - 3rd Annual Pinwheel for Prevention

10 a.m., Corner of Broadway & Ave Q Chamber University Committee Meeting – Noon

Italian Garden, 1636 13th St.

Young Professionals First Tuesday Networking – 5:30 p.m.

First United Bank, 9801 Indiana Ave. 8 Groundbreaking: Alliance Realty Services – 11 a.m. – 66th & Milwaukee New Century Leadership Committee Meeting – 1 p.m. – LCOC BBQ Committee Meeting – 4 p.m. – LEDA Conference Room

5th Floor Wells Fargo Center, 1500 Broadway 9 Ribbon Cutting: Texas Cotton Ginners Association – 9 a.m.

Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane

Stand Up For Transportation Day News Conference – 10:30 a.m.

Wells Fargo Center Lobby, 1500 Broadway Business After Hours sponsored by Las Brisas Southwest Steakhouse

5:30 p.m., 4701 112th St. 10 Government Relations Committee Meeting – 10:30 a.m. – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: Twist’d Texan – 11:15 a.m. – 1615 Texas Ave. 13

Ribbon Cutting: Rock Star Nails and Spa – 11:30 a.m. – 5217 98th St.

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Ribbon Cutting: South Plains Job Fair – 9:45 a.m.

Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane YPL Steering Committee Meeting – Noon – LCOC

15 New Century Leadership - Top Secret Day – ALL DAY

Ambassador Luncheon – Noon – 11010 Indiana Ave. 16

4701 112th St.

Thursday, April 9 | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Business After Hours

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Thursday, April 23 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

6000 Spur 327, Ste. 327

17 YPL Steering Committee Meeting – Noon – LCOC 20 Ribbon Cutting: Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers – 11:15 a.m.

6208 19th St

Golf Committee Meeting – 4 p.m. – LCOC 21 Leadership Lubbock: Ropes Course Day – ALL DAY

Spirit Ranch, 701 Regis St. 22

Ribbon Cutting: TTU Small Business Expo Kick-off – 8:45 a.m.

McKenzie-Merket Alumni Center, 17th and University Ave.

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Executive Committee Meeting – Noon – LCOC Ribbon Cutting: Lubbock Children’s Health Clinic – 3 p.m.

1801 East 14th St. Business After Hours sponsored by Casey Carpet One – 5:30 p.m.

6000 Spur 327, Ste. 327

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Ribbon Cutting: Razonia McClellan Public Relations – 2 p.m.

3409 19th St.

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New Century Leadership Graduation Banquet – 6 p.m.

Texas Tech Club - West Side

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Business Expo Committee Meeting – 4 p.m. – LCOC

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Community Partnership Forum – 8 a.m.

Overton Hotel & Conference Center, 2322 Mac Davis Lane Football Kickoff Breakfast Committee Meeting – 4 p.m. – LCOC

30 Board of Directors Meeting – 3:30 p.m.

Republic National Distributing Company, 507 Lubbock Business Park Blvd

TRC Victory Party and Reception – 5 p.m.

Republic National Distributing Company, 507 Lubbock Business Park Blvd

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Ribbon Cutting: We Logo You Up, LLC – 8:30 a.m. – 3300 82nd St., Ste A Ribbon Cutting: Nursefinders – 4:30 p.m. – 7202 Slide Road, Suite 300

*LCOC = Lubbock Chamber of Commerce

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Community Partnership Forum : red by sponso

Wednesday, April 29, 2015 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Breakfast buffet opens at 8:00 a.m.

Program begins at 8:30 a.m.

Keynote Speaker: Judge John Dietz Judge Dietz recently retired from the bench, but has presided over the last two school funding lawsuits in Texas.

Overton Hotel & Conference Center 2322 Mac Davis Lane

RSVP to Linsey Warshaw lwarshaw26@lubbockisd.org

First Tuesday Networking Tuesday, April 7 5:30 - 7:00 pm First United Bank 9801 Indiana Ave.

Chamber Staff President/CEO Eddie McBride, IOM Executive Vice President Government & Community Relations Norma Ritz Johnson, IOM, CCE CFO & Vice President Administration Sheri Nugent, IOM Vice President Business Development Christye Weld Vice President Communications & Marketing Tammi Boozer Vice President Membership & Investor Relations Colleen Evans, IOM Leadership Director Amy Marquez Education Director Allison Cottrell Marketing Specialist Haily Assiter Event Specialist Haley Howey Government & Community Relations Specialist Stevie Poole Administrative Assistant/Office Coordinator Patsy Moffett Customer Service Representative Patricia Picon Accounting Assistant Susan Bailey Interns Jenna Holt-Day Jessica Kessler

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Business Expo: “Collaborative Connectivity”

The 2015 Business Expo will be held May 14, from 10 a.m.-4 experts on a variety of topics pertinent to local businesses and p.m. at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. A private networking employees. Located in the meetings rooms on the South side of event for exhibitors only will be held from 9-10 a.m. and a ribbon the Pedestrian Mall in Room 104. cutting will be held at 9:45 a.m. to officially kickoff the event and The series schedule will be: open the doors to the public.

10:30 a.m. – “The History of Your Future: 3 Things to This year’s theme is “Collaborative Connectivity”, developed Guarantee Success in Your Business and Career”, by Larry Crosby

by RD Thomas, the official advertising agency for the 2015 of Larry Crosby and Associates Business Expo. This year’s event will focus on ways local 1:00 p.m. – “Generate Sales with Social Media: How to businesses and consumers connect and collaborate in order to Capture Customers and Boost Revenue” by Anna Woodlock, build a healthy business climate and support for one another.

Founder of SocialSite Media Hosted each year by the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, 2:30 p.m. – “Making the Connection: Tips for Multi-Platform the Business Expo showcases over 200 exhibitors and will Cohesion: The Importance of Having a Strong Online Presence” welcome between 6,000-7,000 attendees throughout the day. by Ashleigh Sawyer of RD Thomas Advertising Booths and sponsorship opportunities are still available through Admission to these seminars is free, but space is limited so the Total Resource Campaign (TRC). Please call the Chamber if please RSVP by calling Allison Cottrell at the Chamber, 806-761you would like to be contacted by a TRC volunteer to discuss 7000 or by email, Allison.Cottrell@lubbockbiz.org. If you do not sponsorship or reserve a space at the 2015 Business Expo. make your reservation ahead of time and space is available, you What’s New? will be asked to present a business card at the door in order to Expo Café – located on the South wall of the Pedestrian attend.

Mall, offering tastes and delicacies from local restaurants and Back by Popular Demand! caterers.

The Wellness Zone – located on the West wall of the Visit our first ever Headshot Lounge! Need a professional Pedestrian Mall, this area showcases products, services and head shot for your resume, “About Us” section on your web site, resources focused on health and wellness. or for online engagement through social media? Leslie Kitten Tickets to Business Expo are free prior to May 14 and will be of Savant Photography Artistry will be on hand to provide available by mid-April at the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce at professional headshots for business professionals or job seekers 1500 Broadway, Suite 101, Select-A-Seat outlets or tickets can for a discount, ONLY during Business Expo. If you’ve been be downloaded online at www.selectaseatlubbock.com. After needing an updated or new photograph for professional use, 5 p.m., May 13, tickets will only be available by purchase at the this will be your chance! Click here for more details! door.

First Ever – “Chamber University: Expo Series” offering For more information visit the Business Expo website. free seminars to educate, motivate and collaborate with local Thanks to our sponsors: Presenting: Platinum: Banner: Benchmark Business Solutions Choice Media Bodyworks Essential Home Health Caprock Home Health Services Larry Crosby and Associates Diamond: European Wax Center Racer Classic Car Wash Chick-fil-A FirstCare Health Plans SocialSite Media RD Thomas Advertising Lamar Outdoor Advertising South Plains Mall Suddenlink Workforce Solutions South Plains Gold Sponsors: Sharpie sponsor: Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas Geiger – Kathy Timms Media: Ramar Communications Lanyard sponsor: Golf Cart sponsor: Switch I.T. Support First United Bank

Costa del Sol with the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Departing October 20, 2015

For more information, please contact Christye Weld at 761-7009 or Christye.Weld@lubbockbiz.org.

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April Business of the Month: George McMahan Development, LLC Congratulations to the April Business of the Month, George McMahan Development, LLC! George McMahan Development has been an active member of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce since founding the company2004.

George McMahan, owner of George McMahan Development, LLC, considers participation in Chamber activities to be one of the keys to success in Lubbock, Texas.

“I’ve been a member of the Chamber since the late 60’s or early 70’s from my motorcycle dealer days, as either G & G Honda or Honda of Lubbock.

Business was tough during those early years and I couldn’t always renew my membership, but I learned that the dues were an investment in my business just like equipment or inventory, one that paid off every year. One of the first things I did after founding George McMahan Development, LLC was rejoining the Chamber,” McMahan said.

McMahan believes for a large city of almost 250,000, Lubbock is still small town America in terms of networking and

relationships. This is why he and his company are very involved in several aspects of the Chamber.

“I sponsor several events through the Total Resource Campaign (TRC), I serve on the Chamber PAC Board and attend selected groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings and Business After Hours events as well as many of the various Chamber banquets,” said McMahan.

McMahan stated that his company’s favorite Chamber event is the Hub City BBQ. “This event has grown and grown; it’s crowded, vendors run out of food early, walking traffic is elbow to elbow and no one minds! There is just such a sense of PRIDE in the air that says, hey, this is LUBBOCK, look at the huge turnout,” said McMahan.

Again, congratulations to the George McMahan Development, LLC for being selected as the April Business of the Month!

The Chamber is proud to congratulate George McMahan Development, LLC April Business of the Month achievement. George McMahan Development, LLC along with all of the other businesses of the month for 2015, will be considered for the Chamber’s Business of the Year award, in December 2015.

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8 Ways to Get Noticed on Social Media Today There's a lot of noise on the social media channels and getting noticed can seem a task akin to pushing a large bolder up an icy slope in gale-force winds blowing down off of the mountain. But it's not as hard as you think. Here are several tips to help you get your business noticed today.

Post the Easy Shares There are certain types of posts that a large number of people respond to. These include: • Funny posts • Statistic or data posts (if it's from your business, even better) • Inspirational quotes • Dramatic images These sorts of posts are easy because not only are they popular with most audiences, you're not creating them, merely curating them. A quick search will land you several. You can auto-schedule them for times throughout your week.

Use Images This is easy if your business is a restaurant but if it doesn't lend itself to images, you can still be creative. Use pictures of your community, the weather, your team, your pet… just give people something to look at.

Ask Questions Social media shouldn't be your business shouting into a bullhorn at other people. You want to create an environment in your social media profiles that is conducive to conversation.

To do this effectively, apply what you know about starting conversations in the non-virtual world? Begin by asking questions.

be about your audience 80% of the time. You can occasionally (20% of the time) mention something about your business directly.

Give Them Reason to Follow The key to getting more shares is getting more followers.

If they don't see your content, they can't share it. Most people follow brands and businesses for discounts or coupons. Keep this in mind and offer discounts to your followers or give them information before anyone else sees it, this could be a product preview or access to early buying opportunities.

Use Evocative Headlines and Teases Imagine you ran a pool company and you wanted people to click on your URL in your social media post. The best way to do this is to use a teaser or appeal to the audience’s natural curiosity. Like this: "Doctors say if you have this condition, swimming is the best form of exercise for you."

Your audience will wonder, What condition? Do I have it?

Maybe I need to swim more.

Click.

Present the reader with a problem, allude to the fact that the clicking on the URL will tell them how to solve it, and then sit back and watch the interest grow.

To improve your social media reach for your business, remember social media is no different than how you build a relationship offline. You want to be a good conversationalist.

Talk about something other than yourself; involve the person you're speaking with, have a dialogue, not a monologue; and don't dominate the conversation. Social media takes work, just like building an offline relationship, but a consistent presence and caring attitude will take you and your business far.

Use Hashtags Hashtags help people find conversations and topics they're interested in. Use hashtags for your industry, business, town or whatever applies to your posts.

If you notice a hashtag is trending on one of the social media platforms use it but be respectful of your audience. Make sure your share is related to the hashtag. People don't enjoy a hasthtag hijacker who uses a trending topic on a post that is completely unrelated.

Think Mobile If you're sharing something, make sure it can be viewed on a mobile phone. Mobile is becoming the way to access social media and the Internet. Don't tease your audience by sharing something they can't see.

Remember It's About Them, Not You A good conversationalist does not make it all about him/her but creates a dialogue instead. A great conversationalist learns quickly the interests of the person he/she is speaking and turns the conversation to those. A safe topic is the other person since most people find themselves incredibly interesting. The same is true of good social media practices. The conversation needs to

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Christina R. Green teaches small businesses, chambers and associations how to connect through content. Her articles have appeared in the Midwest Society of Association Executives’ Magazine, NTEN.org, AssociationTech, and Socialfish. She is a regular blogger at Frankjkenny.com and Memberclicks.

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Community Prayer Luncheon

In honor of the National Day of Prayer, the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce will host the Community Prayer Luncheon on May 7 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. Texas Tech head women’s soccer coach, Tom Stone, will be the keynote speaker. His speech will focus on “The common threads of elite athletes and those who pursue Jesus”. The featured musician will be 11-year-old Mackenzie “Kenzie” Walker, Christian recording artist, daughter of Kim and Chuck Walker.

Prayers will be offered throughout the program, including the National Prayer, Prayer for the Nation, Prayer for the State, and Tom Stone Prayer for Youth, Families, and Community.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Mackenzie “Kenzie” Walker

Platinum: Computer Transition Services, Inc. First United Bank MassMutual Southwest Suddenlink Communications WestMark Realtors

Presenting:

Diamond: 7B Building & Development

Sponsorships are still available, please contact Haley Howey at (806) 761-7000.

Tickets are $50. Chamber members will get a discounted price of $35. Click here to register or call (806) 761-7000.

Cinco de Mayo Luncheon

The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Cinco de Mayo Luncheon on Tues., May 5, at the 11:45 a.m. at MCM Eleganté Hotel & Suites.

The Cinco de Mayo Luncheon, presented by Suddenlink, has more than 300 people in attendance each year to celebrate the Hispanic heritage common to many of the Chamber’s members and fellow citizens. As the Hispanic population continues to grow, this a great time to bring together and connect Chamber member businesses to this important expanding market.

This year’s keynote speaker is Texas Supreme Court Justice, Eva Guzman. Justice Guzman has served at three levels of the Texas judiciary. In 2009, she was appointed to serve on the

Supreme Court of Texas by Governor Rick Perry. She was elected to a full term in November 2010, when she became the first Hispanic woman elected to state-wide office in Texas. Before her appointment, Justice Guzman served for almost a decade on the Houston-based Fourteenth Court of Appeals.

Tickets for the luncheon are $35. Chamber members get a discounted price of $25. Tables of eight may be purchased for $400 for a gold sponsorship and $300 for a silver sponsorship.

Click here to register or call (806) 761-7000.

For sponsorships or more information, please contact Allison Cottrell at (806) 761-7000.

Thank you to our Sponsors: Diamond: Raider Accessories Suddenlink

Platinum: American National Bank Texas Tech University System

National Day of Advocacy Focuses on Transportation Infrastructure Funding The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce has joined forces with Citibus, Ports-to-Plains, Lubbock Metropolitan Planning Organization, City of Lubbock, Lubbock County, Plains Cotton Growers, Lubbock Associations of Realtors, Lubbock Apartment Association and Corn Producers Association of Texas, as well as other community partners in support of Stand Up for Transportation Day and will hold a news conference on Thurs., April 9, at 10:30 a.m. in the lobby area of the Wells Fargo Center downtown.

Stand up for Transportation Day will be a local day for national education and outreach to the public and elected officials.

This is an opportunity to call attention to the importance of infrastructure investment and the need for a long-term

surface transportation bill. MAP-21, which is the federal surface transportation legislation, expires on May 31, 2015.

“Stand Up for Transportation Day is a single day when all transportation organization and their coalition partners unite in common purpose with a unified message,” said Jay Jacobus, Chairman of both the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and the Public Transit Advisory Board. “It’s time to set aside partisanship and once again act in the best interest of our country to repair, strengthen and build transportation infrastructure.”

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Board Member Spotlight: Cory Powell How did you get involved with the Chamber and what keeps you involved? I initially became involved with the Chamber when I was selected as one of the representatives of the Texas Tech University System to participate in the Leadership Lubbock Class of 2002. I had no idea what I was getting into and certainly questioned myself during “Ropes Day”. The entire experience was great and the leadership development opportunities that I was exposed to during that year changed my life. Later I served on the Steering ommittee of Focus Lubbock and was the Chairman of the committee 2006-2007. I also served on the Giant Side of Texas Committee several years ago. I remain involved because I believe in the Chamber’s mission and its efforts are essential to improving Lubbock and the South Plains for generations to come.

What is your favorite event or program of the Chamber?

I thoroughly enjoy all of the events and programs that the Chamber presents, but my favorite is Leadership Lubbock.

As a transplant from San Antonio, I found my participation in Leadership Lubbock to be both enlightening and empowering. I established life-long relationships that have been professionally and personally beneficial.

What are some of your other community leadership roles? I am also the founding Pastor of the New Dimensions Tabernacle Church. Additionally, I serve on the Board of Directors for

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the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, the American Diabetes Association’s Walk for Diabetes Committee and I serve as the Campus Advisor for the Visions of Light Gospel Choir, The Mentor Tech Student Organization and the United Way Student Organization.

Finish this sentence: Never again will I… allow the opinions of others to shape my opinion of myself.

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Advocacy at Work Chamber Advocates for Pro-Jobs Local Energy Policy The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce actively advocated for a pro-jobs, pro-growth, pro-business approach to recentlypassed changes to local oil & gas regulations.

The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce monitored the Oil & Gas Citizen Advisory Committee’s deliberations for a year and reviewed the Committee’s original recommended ordinance changes finding them to take a pro-jobs, pro-growth probusiness approach while effectively addressing safety and environmental concerns.

Prior to the February 26 City Council Meeting, the Chamber indicated it would be tracking affirmative votes in favor of the Committee’s recommended amendments to the ordinance on the February 26 City Council Agenda and recording those as a positive action on a key vote in the Chamber’s City Council Vote Record. However, the final motion to pass the ordinance included one amendment to extend setbacks from 300 feet as recommended in the Committee’s Majority Report to 600 feet. Because this amendment did not reflect the intent in the Committee’s Majority Report, votes in opposition to the ordinance containing the 600-ft amendment were tracked and scored positively on our City Council Vote Record.

During the March 12 City Council Meeting, Agenda Item 5.19, the Lubbock City Council passed the city’s oil and gas ordinance with a setback of 600-ft, which the Chamber opposed. The Chamber would like to thank Mayor Robertson, Councilwoman Karen Gibson, and Councilman Jeff Griffith for joining the Chamber in opposing the 600-ft setback and supporting regulations that promote economic growth and job creation, and understanding that energy, residential and commercial development can occur without one sacrificing the other. We need continued pro-business, pro-jobs, and progrowth votes from the Lubbock City Council.

The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce expressed its support of House Bill 40, authored by State Representative Drew Darby of San Angelo, Chairman of the House Energy Resources Committee. The bill clarifies and confirms the roles of state government and municipal government in commerciallyreasonable regulation of oil and gas drilling.

A copy of the letter can be found here.

Chamber Supports Craft Brewery Sales The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce supports Senate Bill 1386, which grants Texas craft brewery guests the ability to take home beer purchased at Texas craft breweries. Along with its accompanying bill (House Bill 3086) introduced in the Texas State House of Representatives by Rep. Jim Keffer (R-Eastland), this legislation is expected to further enhance the national recognition Texas craft beer brings to the state, encourage craft beer fans to travel to Texas, and support Texas’ reputation as a craft beer destination.

Both of these bills were brought to Chamber’s attention by Michael Adams, President and Co-Founder of Wicked Beaver Brewing Co., an active Chamber Member since 2014.

Adams said he reached out to the Chamber because he sees this as an economic development issue and he hoped the Chamber would help show their support.

According to the Houston Chronicle: “Building on legislation introduced by Senator Eltife in 2013 that allows breweries sell beer to guests for consumption in their tap rooms,

this legislation enables those same breweries to sell beer in cans, bottles or growlers for visitors to take home. As beer tourism grows, the ability for brewery visitors to purchase souvenir beers enhances the experience for these customers. This modernization of the Texas alcoholic beverage code is seen as a great step toward making Texas a leading craft beer state.

The bills allow breweries that produce less than 225,000 barrels of beer per year (a barrel is equivalent to two kegs of beer) to sell beer directly to the ultimate consumer. The consumer can purchase up to 576 fluid ounces, or the equivalent of two cases of beer, once a month from a Texas brewery.”

“If this is passed it will have a huge economic impact on us as well other Texas Craft breweries. It will make breweries more in line with what wineries can do,” Adams stated.

For more information visit Lubbock Business Votes and click on “issue watch.”

Interested in the Chamber’s Advocacy Efforts?

Visit:

LubbockBusinessVotes.com

Here you’ll find all the tools you’ll need to contact your members of Congress and keep them informed on issues relating to Lubbock business as well as to help you keep up-to-date with the political process, issues and candidates in order to make informed decisions.

Questions or Concerns? Contact Norma Ritz Johnson, Executive VP Government & Community Relations 11

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Chamber Leadership Division New Century Leadership: Higher Education Day

New Century Leadership students met on March 11 for Higher Education Day. The students visited South Plains College in Levelland and were welcomed by the Law Enforcement Division. They toured the shooting range and were given an overview of the programs offered in Criminal Justice as well as South Plains College’s Music Facilities. The students then visited Lubbock Christian University and were welcomed by Dr. Tim Perrin. They attended Chapel, where Dr. Perrin spoke on Leadership and the importance of being true to yourself as well as with others. After Chapel, steering committee member, Jody Reding, led the class members on a scavenger hunt. The students were asked to figure out the clues and then take a group picture in front of the item or person they were hunting for. The final stop of the day was Texas Tech University, which ended in a quick tour and presentation at the Rawls College of Business and a tour of the Talkington Housing. The next New Century Leadership Class, Top Secret Day, is scheduled for April 15.

New Century Leadership Student Spotlight: Nathan Caballero Get to know New Century Leadership student, Nathan Caballero. Caballero is a junior from Shallowater High School. He loves discovering new things about people and places and learning something new wherever he goes.

“I try to show kindness to everyone that I meet and I attempt to see their side of views on the subject, so that I may learn a new perspective,” Caballero said.

Caballero is very involved with his high school theater department and has performed in a variety of productions. He is also a part of the Gifted and Talented (GT) program. The GT program has allowed him to increase his knowledge on solar energy, wind turbines, and he even created his very own hovercraft.

“This program has pushed me to my physical edge and has kindled the flame of my competiveness,” Caballero said.

Leadership Lubbock Spotlight: Jaret Greaser Why did you choose to become part of the Leadership Lubbock Steering Committee? I wanted to be a part of a group that develops leaders in our community and help those leaders become more knowledgeable about Lubbock and all this area has to offer.

Who do you work for? Lubbock County District Attorney’s Office

How long have you been associated with Leadership Lubbock? I’ve been associated with the program for approximately three years.

What all does your position entail? I have the privilege of seeking justice for victims of crimes.

What are some of your favorite Leadership Lubbock events to attend? Some of my favorite events would be the annual trip to Austin to celebrate Lubbock Day at the Texas State Capital and I also enjoy hearing all the dynamic speakers over the course of program.

Why is the Leadership Lubbock program important to you?

This program is important to me because it has taught me many leadership principles. I have learned so much more about the Lubbock community and have met so many people who make this area great.

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What is your position? Assistant District Attorney, Chief of the 137th District Court

How long have you been with your current company? Over 10 years Share some info about your family. I am married to Adrienne Greaser and we have three children.

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Leadership Lubbock: Lubbock 101 Day Leadership Lubbock is off to a great start, the last class day, Lubbock 101 Day, was held on March 24. The day began with a Forensics Presentation on Lubbock’s history by Todd Smith.

The class then visited the Reagor Dykes Auto Group building, with a quick presentation by owner Bart Reagor on downtown revitalization, followed by a tour of the renovations that are being done to the Green Building. The next stop was at the National Ranching Heritage Center, where the class heard from Lubbock Economic Development Alliance CEO John Osborne on the economic growth in Lubbock. Matt Brockman of the National Ranching Heritage Center informed everyone about the upcoming technology additions that are coming to the museum. Next up was a stop at the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal,

with a presentation and tour of its facility and printing area. The day concluded with a trip to West Table where owner Cameron West talked about why he chose to have his restaurant in the down area. Leadership Lubbock’s next class day will be April 2, with the day being spent at Spirit Ranch for team and leadership building.

Young Professionals of Lubbock Spotlight: Jeanna Roach Why did you choose to be a member of Young Professionals of Lubbock? I seek to continually develop as a leader and as a sales and marketing professional, so my goal was to be aligned with like-minded individuals such as the membership of YPL. How long have you been a YP member?

I have been a member of YP since 2008.

What are some of your favorite YP events to attend? As a mother of young kiddos, I have really enjoyed participating in past Lunch & Learns and Coffee Connections. I have even served on a Lunch and Learn panel and was extremely honored to be named one of YPL’s Twenty Under 40 award winners in 2010.

What do you feel is the most rewarding part of being a YP member? Building relationships with high-performing professionals such as the members of the Young Professional group and serving alongside so many of them in the

community has helped steer me down a successful career path which has been one of the most rewarding parts of being a YP member.

Why is being a YP member important to you? Being a YP member is important to me because members of that group, including myself, are those that will continue to grow and improve our great city. I seek ways to serve and impact Lubbock and I know that my friends in YP have the same ambitions.

efforts on behalf of Betenbough Homes in Lubbock, Midland and Odessa.

How long have you been with your current company? I have been with Betenbough Homes since 2006 during which time I have served as the first-ever public relations professional, marketing manager and now chief marketing officer.

Where do you work? I currently work at Betenbough Homes, a local homebuilder focused on building, serving and impacting the Lubbock community in addition to surrounding areas in West Texas.

What is your position? I serve as Chief Marketing Officer for Betenbough Homes.

What all does your position entail? I am responsible for vision, strategy and daily oversight of all sales and marketing

Join Young Professionals of Lubbock!

Applications Available Today!

Contact Amy Marquez P: (806) 761-7002 | C: (806) 317-0122 Amy.Marquez@lubbockbiz.org

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Chamber Ambassador Program

Ambassador of the Month: Myndee Pool

Congratulations to Myndee Pool, February Ambassador of the Month. Pool has been a Chamber Ambassador for five years and since joining the program has won this award several times.

“The relationships created and the opportunity to serve the community,” Pool stated that is the most rewarding part of the Ambassador Program to her.

Pool works at Carpet Tech as its Marketing and Public Relations Representative and has been with her company for six years. Her job requires her to build relationships within the community and being an Ambassador helps her do that.

“I love giving back to Lubbock and being as active and involved in making it a better place as I can whether that be through volunteering or supporting other local businesses,” said Pool on why the Ambassador Program is important to her.

Pool is extremely involved in the community as well as the Chamber. She is also serves on the Expo Committee, Golf Committee as the Chairwoman, BBQ Team Lead and TRC Team Lead.

“I love all of the Chamber events, but I love the Hub City BBQ and I am excited about chairing the Golf Tournament this year,” Pool said.

Again, congratulations to Myndee Pool for Ambassador of the Month award! We appreciate her dedication to the Lubbock Chamber Ambassador program!

Myndee Pool (L) accepting her award from Jay Jacobus (R), 2015 Board Chairman.

Ambassador Team of the Month: Team Davis Congratulations, Team Davis, Ambassador Team of the Month! Team Davis finished February with 190 points and 67 percent team participation.

Team Davis, led by Kim Davis includes: Ashley Ammons, Bart Bartholomew, Tina Boneta, Gabe Butler, Scott Cain, Stacy Cain, Laquita Carthel, Mac Cooper, Larry Crosby, Lanette Cypert, Stevan Flores, Randy Gattis, Becky Gilbert, Debra Hedgcoth, Rusty Hendrick, Vanesa Hyde, Brianna Ingram, Tina Kostelich, Victor LeGloahec, Lesli Griffing, Mike Lambert, Debbie Mattson, Courtney McAlister, Jordan McKinney, Holly Mulloy, Richard Obi, Gloria Quinton, Edie Rische, Wendy Ruiz, Sarah Salazar, Miles Seybert, Mike Sparks, Nancy Walker, Barbara Webster, Princess Wheat, Spike Wideman, Valerie Zink and Janie Zuniga

Ribbon Cuttings & Groundbreakings Sponsored by:

Albarrans Mexican Bar & Grill 78th & Milwaukee

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Alliance Federal Credit Union South Branch 2404 82nd St.

American Cancer Society Colon Cancer Awareness 3513 10th St.

Lubbock Business Network

American National Bank 4206 19th Street, Space #700

Bella’s Nails and Spa 7320 Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 600

Child Abuse Awareness Month

Chop Chop Japanese Steakhouse 7320 Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 100

Cowboy Chicken 4415 S. Loop 289

Doodle Bug Square 43rd and Milwaukee

Healthy Meals To Go 5206 82nd St.

Lemonade Day Kick-off

Multiplex Motors / Swift Lube & Oil Change 4013 N. Frankford

Southwest Aqua Sports 3909 N. Frankford

Terracon 5827 50th St., Ste. 1

Tesori 4401 82nd St., Ste. 1500

Vision Employment Group 2026 82nd St Suite 101

Workforce Solutions South Plains Youth Job Fair

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Welcome New Chamber Members!

Please place this addition in your Chamber Business Directory & Resource Guide Sponsored by:

1st Alarm of Lubbock 7212 Joliet Ave., Ste. 3 Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 792-3510 Security Control Equipment, System & Monitoring Apache Transmission & Auto Repair 3903 I-27 Lubbock, TX 79404 (806) 747-3693 Auto Repair & Service Area Insurance Associates 4202 Ave. Q Lubbock, TX 79412 (806) 747-2400 Insurance Basket House 5604 Slide Rd., Ste. 800 Lubbock, TX 79414 (806) 795-1000 Balloons - Bouquets and/or Corporate Gift Baskets Bella’s Nails and Spa 7320 Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 600 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 701-5222 Day Spa BuildRite Construction 13209 Frankford Ave., Unit 8 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 928-6415 Construction Company General Contractor Cash Store 5707 4th St., Ste. 3 Lubbock, TX 79416 (806) 785-7888 Loans Cash Store 3211 50th St., Unit B Lubbock, TX 79413 (806) 780-2274 Loans Cash Store 6301 82nd St., Ste. 1001 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 698-1710 Loans

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Cash Store 7029 Quaker Ave., Lot 2-B Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 785-1712 Loans

Double T Fence Lubbock, TX (806) 786-7388 Fence - Construction, Supply, Sales and/or Manufacturing

PFG Advisors 6010 82nd St., Ste. 100 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 791-8504 Financial Services

Chop Chop Japanese Steakhouse 7320 Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 100 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 701-5400 Restaurants

Elite Nails and Spa 5604 Slide Rd., Ste. 500 Lubbock, TX 79414 Day Spa

Powerhouse Nutrition 5217 82nd St., Ste. 103 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 368-3725 Health Food & Wellness Products

Chopped & Sliced Custom Catering Lubbock, TX (806) 620-1750 Catering Cricket Wireless - 50th & Flint 3106 50th St., Ste. 130 Lubbock, TX 79413 (806) 701-5087 Cellular & Mobile Communications Cricket Wireless - South Plains Mall 6002 Slide Rd., Kiosk 108 Lubbock, TX 79414 Cellular & Mobile Communications Cricket Wireless - Tech 1209 University Ave. Lubbock, TX 79401 (806) 701-5101 Cellular & Mobile Communications

Griffin’s Roofing Lubbock, TX (806) 771-0274 Roofing Contractors High Plains Winegrowers Association Lubbock, TX Non Profit Organization Koko Inn 5201 Ave. Q Lubbock, TX 79412 (806) 787-2466 Hotels & Motels Lash Lounge 7320 Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 400 Lubbock, TX 79424 (807) 794-5274 Cosmetics & Skin Care Products

Pro Tech Audio Visual & Security 12111 Frankdord Ave., Ste. 102 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 863-2056 Home Automation Raider Accessories 1301 50th St., Ste. 7 Lubbock, TX 79412 (806) 744-1808 Cellular & Mobile Communications Refresh Carpet Cleaning 5214 Marsha Sharp Fwy. Lubbock, TX 79407 (806) 792-4643 Carpet Cleaning

Major Mortgage 4412 74th St., Ste. E101 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 370-8010 Mortgages

Rock Star Nails and Spa 5217 98th St., Ste. 800 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 771-3284 Day Spa

Cricket Wireless - University 7301 University Ave., Ste 700 Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 368-5094 Cellular & Mobile Communications

Marshalls / HomeGoods 3030 W. Loop 289, Ste. 100 & 200 Lubbock, TX 79407 (806) 780-6619 Retail Sales

Stellar Family of Companies 6502 Slide Rd., Ste. 403 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 771-2030 Apartments

Del Estrado Townhomes 6201 Indiana Ave. Lubbock, TX 79413 (806) 795-7142 Apartments

Martini Bar 3201 S. Loop 289 Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 787-2466 Night Clubs and/or Lounges

Diva’s Nails and Spa 1601 University Ave. Lubbock, TX 79413 (806) 744-3482 Day Spa

Mary Kay Cosmetics Margaret Wissler PO Box 64954 Lubbock, TX 79464 (806) 544-6660 Cosmetics & Skin Care Products

Dorothy J. Price Insurance 5101 80th St., Ste. 2 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 795-8191 Insurance

North Catering Company 11010 Indiana Ave. Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 702-4189 Catering

ThinkViral Shallowater, TX (806) 486-1495 Business Consulting & Services Txploration Capital, LLC 7021 Kewanee Ave., Ste. 4-101 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 500-2701 Oil & Gas Developers, Exploration and/or Producers Why Not Turf Lubbock, TX (806) 206-5174 Lawn & Garden Product Sales