Imagination Meets Design Through Community Investment

With the support of businesses, community volunteers, and area schools, EfTA engaged more than 4,500 K-12 students through the 13 science, technology, engineering, and mathematics events of the 33rd Annual SCI://TECH Exposition. Thanks to the following partners who made the 2023 SCI://TECH possible:

ANNUAL & EVENT SPONSORS: Huntsman, 5Point Credit Union, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company Co., Consolidated Communications, Inc., Entergy, ExxonMobil, Fidium Fiber Internet, the Harry S. and Isabel C. Cameron Foundation, H-E-B, the IRONMAN Foundation, The John Cooper School, Lone Star College – Montgomery, The Lone Star Convention & Expo Center, MilliporeSigma, Ovintiv, PBK, Peirce Capital Management, LLC, Repsol, GJ Snyder, The Strong Firm, The Young Learners, Wellbore Integrity Solutions, and Wright’s Printing.

IN-KIND SPONSORS: Another Broken Egg Café, Chick-fil-A The Woodlands at College Park, Conroe’s Incredible Pizza, Jason’s Deli, Russo’s New York Pizzeria, and Starbucks.

EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS: Conroe Independent School District, All Nations Community School, The John Cooper

School, Legacy Preparatory Christian Academy, Rubicon Academy, Sacred Heart Catholic School, St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School, The Woodlands Christian Academy, and The Woodlands United Methodist School.

This year EfTA honored four long-term SCI://TECH supporters including Congressman Kevin Brady, Sheryl Hime, Dr. Ron Laugen, and Dr. David Norton, who have each been involved in SCI://TECH for more than 30 years. Thanks to the hundreds of volunteers who gave their time to support local students! Congratulations to the student participants, especially those who advanced to the Science and Engineering Fair of Houston. Check out a list of student science fair awards at efta-us.org/scitech.

Founded in partnership with The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce, EDUCATION FOR TOMORROW ALLIANCE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating education and community partnerships that advance student success. With innovative programs focused on science, technology and career preparation, EfTA is the portal through which business leaders can access and strengthen local education.

I’m an entrepreneur.

By: Clay Vaughan CEO & Founder of Good Agency

of developers, designers, and marketers to meet their specific needs. My vision of becoming a full-service marketing and media agency with a national footprint was finally in view.

Now, only a few years later, we have been blessed to work with some of the finest companies in the country, and it has changed us. So when we revisited our vision and mission this year, we realized that we had evolved from an agency focused only on making good stuff into an agency focused on impacting the world for good, all for God’s glory.

Our new mission is: “To guide every values-driven business leader to healthy growth through quality content marketing so they can fulfill their mission and impact the world for good.”

Our emphasis on impacting the world for good was so dominant a theme for us that we realized it would require a fresh brand update.

With this in mind, I am very excited to share the big news that on January 2, 2023 our company changed its name from Reverent Media to Good Agency.

When I started Reverent Media nearly 15 years ago, I had one mission: to create God-honoring video content. But my vision for the company was so much greater.

Over the years, as God blessed my company, we expanded in both size and scope. In less than a decade, Reverent Media had made a national name for itself in the wedding industry, and I knew then that our success would open doors for new opportunities.

Optimistically, I partnered with StoryBrand’s founder, Donald Miller, and trained my entire team as StoryBrand Guides. We applied StoryBrand to our work and became content marketing experts with skills that transferred across all industries. As our reputation grew, our mission started to expand.

Suddenly, business leaders from all over the country were coming to us to help them grow, and I was able to hire a team

This name change included a new company logo and a complete brand redesign, which is now reflected on our website and on all of our promotional and marketing materials. Our move came after months of praying and planning, and we are all so optimistic about the change.

Although everything about our agency feels fresh and new, I want to assure you that our team still operates by the same 4 core values of Excellence, Integrity, Entrepreneurship and Communication, and that our commitment to our customers has not changed.

Curious about how our new company vision and mission can benefit your business? Now is the perfect time for you to find out! Schedule a call with us to learn about how our new “Annual Marketing Strategy” initiative will give you a crystal clear plan for how you can impact your world for good.

‘Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who trusts in Him!’ Psalm 34:8

MARCH 2023

WED, MAR 15 7:01 AM-9:30 AM

Breakfast Connections

LOCATION: Crowne Plaza Hotel: 19333 David Memorial Drive

Shenandoah, TX 77385 woodlandschamber.org/calendar

Registration Required. No Walk-Ins.

TUE, MAR 21 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Meet The New Members

LOCATION: Thistle Draftshop

5210 FM 2920, #100 Spring, TX 77380

Registration Required. No Walk-Ins.

CHAMBER TEAM MEETINGS

Open to all members. Contact staff member to confirm meeting location.

MAR 1 3:00pm CHAMBER C.A.R.E.S. COMMITTEE

MAR 9 10:30am CHAIRMAN’S BALL COMMITTEE

MAR 15 1:00pm

& INCLUSION COUNCIL

SAT, APR 1 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

Health, Wellness & Fitness Expo

LOCATION: Market Street PRESENTING SPONSOR: 9595 Six Pines Drive

The Woodlands, TX 77380

FREE and open to the public. Will take place rain or shine.

WED, APR 12 8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Discovery Day

LOCATION: The Chamber

Lakeshore Boardroom

9320, Lakeside Blvd., Suite 200

The Woodlands, TX 77381

Registration Required. No Walk-Ins.

THU, APR 20 11:00 AM-1:00 PM

Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

LOCATION: Sawyer Park Icehouse

314 Pruitt Road Spring, TX 77380

Registration Required. No Walk-Ins.

TUE, APR 4 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Business After Hours

LOCATION: Richmond Realty Group

10077 Grogan’s Mill Road, Suite 150

The Woodlands, TX 77380

Registration Required. No Walk-Ins.

WED, APR 19 7:01 AM-9:30 AM

Breakfast Connections

LOCATION: Crowne Plaza Hotel

19333 David Memorial Drive

Shenandoah, TX 77385

Reservations Required. Additional $5 for on-site registration.

TUE, APR 25 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Meet The New Members

LOCATION: Amazing Spaces Storage Centers —

The Woodlands / Magnolia

32620 FM 2978, Magnolia, TX 77354

Registration Required. No Walk-Ins.

Chamber Team Meetings

313-0110 kendrascott.com

26435 Kuykendahl Road, Suite 200 The Woodlands, TX 77375 (281) 982-1640 rumbleboxinggym.com

Woodlands Parkway, Suite 130 The Woodlands, TX 77382 (281) 697-5480 totalmens.com

RIBBON CUTTINGS Recently joined the Chamber and looking for added exposure and visibility? Ribbon cuttings are normally scheduled on Fridays between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Based on your level of membership, we can schedule a ribbon cutting at your place of business within a 12-mile radius or at The Chamber office. A photo of the event will be posted across Chamber’s social media sites as well as published in our Business Today monthly magazine. Email Becky Rossi, Membership Assistant, at becky.rossi@woodlandschamber.org to coordinate your ribbon cutting, grand opening, or open house.

EXECUTIVE IMMEDIATE SMILES DENTURES & DENTISTRY

Dr. Rahul Mehta (281) 203-0373 immediatesmilesspring.com

20057 Interstate 45 Spring, TX 77388

Welcome to Immediate Smiles Dentures & Dentistry, the premier provider for your dental needs in Spring and the surrounding communities!! We thrive on providing a consistently comfortable, excellent experience to all guests. We aim to ensure you receive the best possible care in a friendly, honest environment while spending time with our family! We look forward to meeting you!

METRO STAR VANPOOL

Mr. Dezra Nauls (713) 739-6801 ridemetro.org/riding-metro/transit-services/star-vanpool

1900 Main Street, 3rd Floor Houston, TX 77002

METRO STAR is a safe, efficient rideshare service that saves you money, reduces stress, and helps you relax to and from work. STAR offers hundreds of scheduled routes in Harris, Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Liberty, Montgomery and Waller county. Drive less and save more. Park your car and hop in a METRO STAR van or SUV and commute in style in the fast lane.

Sponsored by Jim Crowder; Enterprise Holdings

Premier

EDWARD JONES - WADE HOLLIS, FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Mr. Wade Hollis (936) 539-9099 edwardjones.com/wade-hollis

1190 W. Dallas Street, Suite B Conroe, TX 77301

We value personal relationships based on a deep understanding of your unique financial needs. We use a solutions - based approach tailored to your individual goals. we work closely with you and your CPA, attorney, and other professionals to determine the most appropriate financial strategy for your family. Please contact me to get started.

Sponsored by Danny Schroder; Plains Capital Bank - The Woodlands

Community

BODY20

Mr. Antwain McGlothin (832) 797-9114 body20.com/woodlands-north/ 4747 Research Forest Drive, Suite 165 The Woodlands, TX 77381

We offer a personalized, technology-based workout experience that achieves results in jus minutes per week. Our electro-muscle stimulation (EMS) technology creates up to 150 times more muscle contractions versus conventional training. Combined with our proprietary, personalized workout experience you can achieve results in 20 minutes that would require hours in a traditional gym.

DAILEY COMPANY, INC.

Mr. Chance Bloodworth (346) 336-2020 goDAILEY.com

32926 Tamina Road Magnolia, TX 77354

We offer the best electrical, plumbing, & HVAC services in the area. You can count on our family-owned and operated business that screens, tests and trains all of our technicians. Our emphasis is on quality. Our team also receives ongoing training to keep them up-todate on all the latest industry advancements, and with various specials and financing options, it’s hard to get a bad deal!

Heroes Lawn Care

Mr. Ron Gruizenga (832) 220-8100 heroeslawncare.com/the-woodlands-texas

5523 FM 1488 Road, Suite D Magnolia, TX 77354

Heroes Lawn Care is the premier commercial and residential lawn services company for The Woodlands and surrounding areas. Heroes provides top-notch lawn services: Fertilization, Overseeding, Aeration, Soil Amendment, Irrigation Repair, System and Controller Upgrades and Seasonal Turn On/Off, as well as Pet Waste Removal.

SALT REMEDY

Ms. Cassandra Mays (936) 271-7258 saltremedy.net

2330 Farm to Market Road 1488, Suite 200 The Woodlands, TX 77384

Whether you’re looking for an all-natural, pill-free remedy for itchy eyes, packed sinuses & clogged ears or simply want to see how much better you can breathe and sleep, Salt Remedy has you covered. Sit and relax in a zero-gravity, reclining chair while calming music & pharmaceutical-grade, all-natural dry salts circulate to open your lungs, clear your sinuses and improve skin, sleep & anxiety.

TAX ASSIST ADVISORS SPRING

Ms. Asma Ali (281) 721-9781 taxassist.com/spring

141 Cypresswood Drive Spring, TX 77388

We are focused on providing a personal & professional service. We are a year-round tax & advisory service & typically help start-ups, sole proprietors, partnerships, Limited Liability Companies, corporations, and individual taxpayers. We provide all the services you would expect, including bookkeeping, tax, payroll, business advice & more.

Tax Assist Advisors Tomball East

Ms. Asma Ali (281) 721-9781 taxassist.com/tomball-east

23211 Kuykendahl Road, Suite C Spring, TX 77375

We are focused on providing a personal & professional service. We are a year-round tax & advisory service & typically help start-ups, sole proprietors, partnerships, Limited Liability Companies, corporations, and individual taxpayers. We provide all the services you would expect, including bookkeeping, tax, payroll, business advice & more.

THE CANOPY AT SPRINGWOODS VILLAGE

Ms. Roxanne Martinez (281) 369-8300 thecanopyatspringwoodsvillage.com

1800 Spring Stuebner Road Spring, TX 77389

Our new two and three story, garden-style luxury apartments are situated at the confluence of I-45, the Hardy Toll Road and the Grand Parkway. The Canopy features 332 units and upscale amenities including a spacious club area, Canopy bike trail, reflections garden, resort-style pool and more, all overlooking a central 1.5 acre lake surrounded by a walking/jogging trail.

TRANSFORMATION PSYCHOTHERAPY

Mr. Michael Keith Henson (832) 207-6064 transformationpsychotherapy.com

33300 Egypt Lane, Suite B900 Magnolia, TX 77354

Remember that your present situation is not your final destination. The best is yet to come. Ready for transformation - look no further. My focus in treatment is the interpersonal relationship that creates a safe, trusting and non-judgmental space. We aim to help individuals and families utilize their strengths to cope with life’s challenges.

Business

ARGYLE PR

Mr. Jeremy Dese (281) 384-8187 argylepr.com

1401 Lake Plaza Drive , Suite 200 Spring, TX 77389

Argyle is an international team of communication and reputation advisors. Our counsel helps clients communicate with confidence — particularly when the stakes are high. From our offices across North America, we build stronger reputations, brands and businesses.

BEST BUY

Mr. Joe Vasquez (281) 292-1355 bestbuy.com

1550 Lake Woodlands Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380

At Best Buy, our purpose is to enrich lives through technology. We do that by leveraging our unique combination of tech expertise and human touch to meet our customers’ everyday needs, whether they come to us online, visit our stores or invite us into their homes. We have more than 1,000 stores and about 100,000 employees in the United States and Canada.

BLINGLE! THE WOODLANDS

Ms. Amanda Santos (281) 789-0939 blingle.com/spring-texas

22820 Interstate 45 Bldg 3, Suite F Spring, TX 77373

We are a locally owned & operated, nationally- backed premier lighting service provider that specializes in landscape, patio, holiday, event, permanent home exterior & commercial lighting services. It’s our mission to turn your next get-together, holiday party, or home into the ideal venue to light up unforgettable memories. We strive for nothing less than excellence from call to clean up.

Sponsored by Kristine Marlow; Montgomery County Food Bank

CAPITAL RETAIL PROPERTIES

Mr. Eric Walker (281) 816-6549 capitalretailproperties.com

170 Westcott Houston, TX 77007

Capital Retail Properties is a full service brokerage firm specializing in the development, marketing, and disposition anchored and shadow anchored retail shopping centers; tenant representation and retail land sales. The Capital Retail team has over 20 years of collective experience and is regarded as the top landlord and tenant representation team in the Houston region.

Sponsored by Jim Carman; The Howard Hughes Corporation

CENTRE TECHNOLOGIES

Mr. Alex Hale (281) 741-6392 centretechnologies.com

16801 Greenspoint Park Drive, Suite 200 Houston, TX 77060

We are a full-service IT consulting and managed services provider with a focus on mid-sized businesses. As a trusted IT partner for well over a decade, Centre is recognized for its local experience and enterprise-grade cloud & cybersecurity solutions. Centre is committed to helping organizations harness the power of technology to maximize their operational efficiency & exceed their business goals.

Sponsored by Keaton McDaniel; Edward Jones - Keaton McDaniel, Financial Advisor

COMFORT KEEPERS OF THE WOODLANDS

Mr. Mark Miller (281) 205-0706 comfortkeepers.com/offices/texas/woodlands

4840 W. Panther Creek Drive, Suite 203 The Woodlands, TX 77381

We are proud to offer industry leading in-home care services and around-the-clock care to seniors and older adults. Our services include companion care, home making services, 24 hour care, respite care, and private duty nursing. We provide quality, professional, and compassionate short or long-term care that aims to preserve independence and contribute to a better life.

Compassion United

Mr. Luke Redus (936) 718-3011 compassionunited.us

350 Foster Drive Conroe, TX 77304

What started as a simple, God-given vision to feed the homeless, Compassion United, has grown into the most comprehensive support ministry in Montgomery County. Now, over a decade later, serving people is still at the heart of all we do yet with a more defined, dynamic purpose to provide outreach, relief and empowerment to those on the fringes of society.

Condition 1 Combat Center

Mr. Joe Morris (346) 831-1051 condition1combat.com

606 Rayford Road, Suite A Spring, TX 77386

We are multi-discipline martial arts school centered on real-world scenarios. We teach and train a fight-centric form of Krav Maga to prepare our students for real-world combat and be ‘’Condition 1 ready’’ when necessary. We teach Krav Maga, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, self-defense, weapon training and LEO technical training. We offer group classes for all ages and Military & 1st Responder discounts.

Sponsored by Amanda Wood; Avail Marketing

EMVAL AMERICA LLC

Mr. Jorge Molina Martinez (346) 386-7926 Emval.us

1790 Hughes Landing Blvd., Suites 400 The Woodlands, TX 77375

We are a fully factored chemical service company. Our focus is on solving our clients’ business challenges with the aim of adding value through groundbreaking solutions through our chemical ingredients. We serve industries such as: home care, personal care, cement factories, food, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, textile and paint. We have close trade relations with the US, Mexico and Latin America.

HUMAN INTEREST

Ms. Meredith Meyer (936) 718-3011 Humaninterest.com

Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas

We make it easy and affordable to help your employees save for retirement. Human Interest takes the hassle out of managing your company’s 401(k). We sync to your payroll, process contributions, and handle all of your compliance testing and IRS paperwork. With us, you get affordable plans, low-cost funds, and absolutely no transaction fees.

LIGHTHOUSE STAGING SOLUTIONS

Ms. Frances Schultz (936) 324-9434 lighthousestagingsolutions.com

Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas

Lighthouse Staging Solutions offers real estate enhancement solutions that will make your house a beacon to buyers! You may be a homeowner (or investor) who recognizes the value of staging a home prior to listing it but feel like you’d rather do it yourself to save on costs. Schedule a consultation and we will draft a plan of action you can implement in order to maximize the sale of your home.

MILLICARE BY THRESHING FLOOR ENTERPRISES

Mr. Adam Wright (832) 302-5163 millicare.com

27351 Blueberry Hill, Suite 51 Conroe, TX 77385

We are your floor and surface care experts. We’ve earned clients’ trust every day since 1984, supporting businesses with the reliable and consistent care of our global franchise network. In every environment we clean, we promote productivity, human well-being, and increased longevity of interior surfaces. Contact us to find out how MilliCare can be part of your business solution.

MURPHY BUSINESS SALES - THE WOODLANDS

Mr. Patrick Johnston (832) 482-4608 murphybusiness.com/thewoodlands

1095 Evergreen Circle, Suite 238 The Woodlands, TX 77380

We are one of the largest & most successful business brokerage firms in the country with business brokers conveniently located throughout the United States & Canada. Choosing to partner with a national business broker provides an advantageous reach of over one hundred offices that have affiliations with National & International Business Brokerage and Merger & Acquisition associations.

OLATEE AFRICAN CAFE

Mr. Ola Thanni-Wright (32) 850-3552 olateeafricancafe.com

409 Sawdust Road Spring, TX 77380

OlaTee African Cafe & Lounge is unique to The Woodlands area. The Cafe features 3 venues in one (a concept called ‘Multi-Branding’): A Victoria Island Lounge, Cosmopolitan Bar, and Full-Service Dining. We offer multiple dining and entertainment options within a single establishment. The spatial and menu divisions will broaden our appeal, providing customers with a different experience each visit.

P.F. CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO

Ms. Robin Ramos (281) 203-6351 pfchangs.com

1201 Lake Woodlands Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380

Created in 1993 by Philip Chiang and Paul Fleming, P.F. Chang’s is the first multi-unit restaurant concept in the U.S. to honor and celebrate the 2,000-year-old tradition of wok cooking as the center of the guest experience. Since inception, P.F. Chang’s chefs have been hand-rolling dim sum, hand chopping and slicing all vegetables and meats, scratch cooking every sauce and wok-cooking each dish.

Real Results Fitness Llc

Ms. Alison Lackey (713) 202-5473 Myfavoritetrainer.net

Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas

Our trainers take your fitness goals seriously. We understand that losing weight and gaining muscle can be challenging, and our goal is to help you overcome hurdles and reach your goals. We analyze your body type, BMI, and metabolism, to create your individualized fitness plan. Most plans include healthy eating and exercise, to ensure the best results for our patients.

Sponsored by Angela Caveney; The Trybe Social Club

SIMONA’S BISTRO

Ms. Ivette Larralde (346) 351-7094 simonasbistro.com

207 East Shore Drive, Suite 170 The Woodlands, TX 77380

Simona’s Bistro is an intimate and special space to enjoy the best food and cocktails East Shore has to offer. A cafe’ in the day and a casual dinner & cocktails Bistro by night with a NY-inspired vibe. Our food menu includes bagels, paninis, tapas, gourmet entrees and specials. We also offer catering, trays and boards. Come by for a visit and enjoy our cozy, eclectic space & pet friendly patio.

Simple Green Cleaning Services

Ms. Karla Hernandez (832) 613-1512 simplegreencs.com

Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas

At Simple Green Cleaning services we offer a variety of services to residential, commercial, and Airbnb properties. We are focused on using the best eco friendly products. We have been professionally cleaning for over twelve years and our teams have an average tenure of over 10 years. We are an insured and bonded company with flexible scheduling options. Simple Green, Simply Better!

SPARTAN ROOF CO.

Ms. Ashley Smith (281) 782-9422 spartanroof.net

2261 Northpark Drive, Suite 565 Kingwood, TX 77339

Spartan Roof Construction is a woman-owned storm restoration company. We offer Professional Roof Repairs, Roof Replacement, Storm Damage Repairs & Roof Restoration Services, HAAG Storm Inspectors, Insurance Claim assistance with Xactimate and Eagleview systems and 24/7 emergency services. Customer satisfaction is important to us, and we stand strongly by our 7-year workmanship warranty.

TEMI SCHOLARS

Ms. Temidayo Olanipekun (720) 998-6726 temischolars.org

Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas

Temi Scholars is an academic empowerment non-profit organization with a mission to improve access to career opportunities for college graduates. Through Temi Scholars, students can apply to receive sponsorship for standardized tests for graduate school, application fees, as well as sponsorship to conferences.

URBAN FILLY LLC

Ms. Connie Heinrich (936) 276-0953 urbanfilly.com

18640 FM 1488 Road, Suite A-212 Magnolia, TX 77354

Urban Filly seeks to address the limited fashion options available for women over 30 with timeless, classic clothing geared to a variety of figure types & lifestyles. Our updated versions of classic gaucho pants provide new ways to showcase your favorite boots & clothes, without compromising comfort or style. These wrinkle resistant garments lend themselves to business or casual occasions.

VEDA HEALTH

Mr. Bhavna Reddy (281) 815-0374 vedadpc.com

9006 Forest Crossing Drive, Suite B The Woodlands, TX 77381

We are a new Direct Primary Care practice in The Woodlands specializing in Family Medicine. Dr. Bhavna Reddy treats patients from pediatric to geriatric. No more worrying about high deductibles. We offer an affordable monthly membership! We always welcome new patients of all ages, including international visitors. We provide everything from preventative health care to Eastern Medicine.

Sponsored by Dr. Dawn Schwab; Spinal Care Chiropractic Center

WOMEN INSPIRING SUPPORTING ENTREPRENEURS, LLC - WISE CONFERENCE

Ms. Kiki Koymarianos (281) 310-3052 thewiseconference.com

6700 Woodlands Pkwy., Suite 230-191 The Woodlands, TX 77382

WISE conference is a cooperative effort between WOAMTEC, MCABW & Business Women’s Forum. It is designed to Inspire, Support, and Empower in a fun, upbeat networking environment. It caters to professionals with a desire to learn more about work-life balance through motivational speakers and educational demonstrations.

WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS

Mr. Fabian Robertson (832) 857-0862 wrksolutions.com

6509 West Little York Road Houston, TX 77040

We help employers meet their human resource needs & individuals build careers, so both can compete in the global economy. We partner with the Texas Workforce Commission in the largest job-matching database in the state - WorkInTexas.com. Our Employer Service team provides individualized service to help employers find qualified applicants for specific jobs & strengthen their current workforce.