DECEMBER 2023
Business and citizens to be honored at Chamber membership gala — March 1
T
he Chamber’s Annual Membership Gala is always a popular event to celebrate the business community and achievements of dedicated volunteers. This year the theme is “Escape to Margaritaville.” The evening will be filled with excitement, delicious treats, an exquisite dinner and captivating music that will transport the guest to a picturesque tropical oasis. Date change! Chamber banquet will be held March 1 at the Doyle Convention Center. The gala is a popular event with an average attendance of 400 or more guests. The attire is business formal/cock-
tail. This year’s festivities will mark 55 years of honoring and awarding local businesses in the community. Join in this festive evening as the following awards are presented: • 2023 Citizen of the Year • Jimmy Hayley Community Service Award • Small Business of the Year • Large Business of the Year Nominations for these distinguished awards currently are being accepted now through Jan. 15. Contact Stefanie Aldrich at stefanie@ TCLMchamber.com on how
you can nominate someone for these awards. The Chamber Gala is a favorite event of the year, and seating is expected to sell out. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities will be available soon to purchase! Keep an eye out online for when you can purchase these items. Once tickets are available, you can purchase online or in person at the TCLM Chamber of Commerce. Contact Angela Bernard, Chamber Director of Events & Operations, to learn more about this upcoming event at 409-935-1408 or angela@ TCLMchamber.com.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE Young Professionals ��������������������������������������������������������������� 2 New members/Retiring directors �������������������������������������� 3 Leadership Mainland ������������������������������������������������������������ 4 Women in Business ����������������������������������������������������������������� 5 Christmas Open House ��������������������������������������������������������� 6
Leadership Mainland graduation �������������������������������������� 7 Ribbon cuttings/New member celebrations ����������������� 8 Business of the Month ����������������������������������������������������������� 9 Membership renewals ���������������������������������������������������������10 Board of Directors �����������������������������������������������������������������11
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