FEBRUARY 2024
Annual Membership Gala to take place March 1 T
he Chamber’s annual Membership Gala always is 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! The banquet will be held Friday, March 1 at the Doyle Convention Center in Texas City. The gala is a popular event with an average attendance of 400 or more guests. The attire is business formal/ cocktail/Resort Chic. 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 The Chamber Gala is a favorite event of the year, and seating is expected to sell out. Tickets can be purchased either in person at the Chamber at 9702 E.F. Lowry Expressway, Texas City, or online at www.TCLMchamber.com. Sponsorship opportunities are available. These include the Entertainment Sponsor for $4,000, Captain Sponsor for $3,000, Centerpiece Sponsor for $2,500, Island Breeze Sponsor for $1,500 and Tiki Sponsor for $750. Details about sponsorship benefits are
posted online, but call or email for more information. Individual tickets are available for $85 per ticket. 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 Save the date: State of the Cities luncheon ��� 2 New members/Member 101 ������������������������������� 3 Leadership Mainland ��������������������������������������������� 4 Young Professionals ����������������������������������������������� 5 Women in Business ������������������������������������������������� 6
Let’s get social! ��������������������������������������������������������� 7 Ribbon cuttings ������������������������������������������������������� 8 Business of the Month ������������������������������������������� 9 Membership renewals �����������������������������������������10 Board of Directors �������������������������������������������������11
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