Business Today (May 2023)

A M E SSAG E F R O M J. J. H O L L I E The Woodlands is widely recognized as one of the best places in the country to live and work. An integral part of that success is our thriving small business community.

Small businesses create jobs, drive economic growth and serve as the face of our community. Visitors to our area eat in locally owned restaurants, shop in our locally owned stores and take advantage of our endless local attractions and entertainment options.

As a Chamber of Commerce, it’s our job to be a pathway of opportunity for our small business owner members. We do that by advocating, educating and providing avenues to create meaningful connections that positively affect their business in a tangible way.

As we celebrate National Small Business Month in May, I encourage you to do your part to support our small business community. Supporting business drives sales tax which benefits The Woodlands Township and keeps property taxes lower. Check out page 24 for some ideas to get you started.

Remember, every little bit helps, and by supporting small businesses, you’re helping to build a stronger, more resilient Woodlands.

J.J. Hollie President & CEO

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Health, Wellness & Fitness Expo Promotes A Healthy Community T

he 2023 Health, Wellness & Fitness Expo had Market Street moving on a beautiful spring Saturday in April. The day kicked off with free Zumba classes and things never slowed down.

Guests were treated to free workouts, self-defense classes and electro-muscle stimulation suit demonstrations, giving attendees the chance to try out different exercises and discover new fitness routines.

A Kid Zone featured interactive toys that had kids of all ages running and playing and exercising their imaginations.

The HWFE brought together businesses and organizations dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the community. Forty-five booths showcased products, services, and resources from Chamber Member businesses that promote a healthy lifestyle for the mind, soul and body.

One of the more popular events on The Chamber calendar, the HWFE provides a platform for businesses in the health and wellness industry to showcase their products and services to The Woodlands community.

Thank you to Modern Heart and Vascular for being this year’s HWFE Presenting Sponsor! Sponsorships and vendor spots sell out fast for this event, so be ready to join us next year for HWFE 2024!

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TEAMS IN ACTION

C.A.R.E.S. Committee Holds Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

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he Chamber’s C.A.R.E.S. Committee has been planning for this year’s Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon since November 2022. The committee collaborates to come up with a theme that is fun, creative and celebrates the accomplishments of our nonprofit members. This year’s lunch, held on April 20, was themed “Thankful for Sweet Volunteers”.

The C.A.R.E.S. Committee breaks up into sub-committees and allows committee members the opportunity to choose a sub-committee that showcases their individual talents including theme décor, marketing, sponsorships and the community relations sub-committee that reaches out to our nonprofits.

Over 200 guests gathered at Sawyer Park for the luncheon where they enjoyed an inspiring presentation highlighting the success of our nonprofit members and showcasing the service projects completed by the C.A.R.E.S. Committee over the last year.

This year’s honored guest and keynote speaker was Dan Pastorini, former Houston Oilers quarterback and current Chairman of the nonprofit, Be an Angel.

Thank you to our nonprofit members who do so much for The Woodlands Community!

If you are looking for a way to learn about a variety of nonprofit organizations and are eager to serve others, we encourage you to check out the next C.A.R.E.S. Committee.

The Committee meets the first Wednesday of each month at 3:00 p.m. at The Chamber.

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BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

Thistle Draftshop and Thryv Co-Host | Meet the New Members

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n March The Chamber traveled to Thistle Draftshop in Spring.

The event was co-hosted by Thistle Draftshop and Thryv giving members the opportunity to connect with each other and learn more about the new businesses that joined The Chamber.

Thistle Draftshop opened in late 2017 to serve and support Spring, The Woodlands and the surrounding area. The craft beer industry has been a passion of Mary Thorn’s for many years, starting with working at Houston’s oldest craft brewery, Saint Arnold. A longtime fan turned employee gave Mary the expanded knowledge of the craft beer business and the influential attitude of the industry. Mary’s concept for Thistle Draftshop was created to deliver the best-in-class craft beer from independent local, national and international breweries. The “Shop” incorporates a large selection of bottled and draft beer as well as wine for on and off premise sales.

Pictured with our Meet the New Member Team Leads are our newest members that were introduced and gave their introductory commercials: Alex Noll, ABR Houston; Cassandra Mays, Salt Remedy; and Brett Rodriguez, Tiny Giant Marketing Agency.

Paul Mirand of Thryv has a passion of working with local businesses for over 25 years helping them make a difference in their community.

Through his partnership with Thryv, their objectives are to find ways to make a measurable impact on your business and help you achieve your goals. He looks for ways to impact areas like, revenue, expenses, image, productivity and efficiency.

Small businesses struggle with the demands of day-to-day tasks like marketing, scheduling, and communicating internally and externally with clients. Thryv will help streamline these tasks for you, saving you time and money to free you up to do what is most important, running your business and serving your customers.

J.J. Hollie, Chamber President & CEO and Meet the New Members Team Leads: Ashley Reina, Blue Skies Bookkeeping and Selina Garrett, Payroll Vault present certificates of appreciation to our hosts: Paul Miranda, Thryv and Mary Thorn, Thistle Draftshop.

To learn more about Thryv, visit their website at thryv.com or contact Paul Miranda directly at (832) 726-4227.

The Thistle Draft “Shop” was previously an auto repair shop which included four bay doors, a large floor plan and opportunities for patios. Today the “Shop” has a racetrack style bar with a white granite top, tables made from railroad boxcar floors, reclaimed pine from the Bastrop, Texas fires and used barrels with creative artwork. There is a coffee lounge area with a library of books where one can sit, sip and enjoy a seat away from the bustling bar area. And if that isn’t enough, check out the event room for private parties, beer dinners, corporate meetings and more.

Thistle Draftshop is located at 5210 FM2920, Spring, TX 77388.

Please stop in and check out the selection of beers or visit their website at thistledraftshop.com.

Come Make Connections |

Business After Hours

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usiness After Hours is a complimentary social providing members the opportunity to meet, mingle and build relationships with other area business professionals. The event is hosted by a different member each month and gives our host the chance to showcase their business. The event is held the first Tuesday of each month.

Business After Hours hosting opportunities are open twice a year. For more information contact Cyndi Alvarado, VP of Membership, at cyndi.alvarado@woodlandschamber.org.

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TEAMS IN ACTION

The Braves are named the March Diplomat Team

Diplomat of the Month Ashley Reina, Blue Skies Bookkeeping

he Braves were recognized as our March Diplomat Team of the Month.

The team is being led by Angela Schimmels, Image 360 Houston Signs & Graphics and consists of Margaret Robinson, Synergy Homecare; Arafath “Fez” Galindo; and Selina Garrett, Payroll Vault. Not pictured is David Dewhurst, Prosperity Living.

Our Diplomats provide a wealth of information for members from events to committees, they can assist you with finding the right niche keeping in mind what appeals to each member and how much time you can commit. If you are looking to get involved, please reach out to one of our Diplomat team members as they would be happy to help you make connections.

The next time you are at a Chamber event or meeting, please take a moment to visit with a member of the Diplomat Team and thank them for their service. If you are new to the Chamber and have not had the opportunity to connect with your assigned Diplomat, please reach out to Cyndi Alvarado in our Membership Department and she can help connect you, so you may start building relationships!

oin us in congratulating Ashley Reina of Blue Skies Bookkeeping on earning the honor of being named the Diplomat of the Month for March for the seventh consecutive month.

Since joining The Chamber, Ashley made a commitment to herself and her business to get involved and take advantage of all the benefits membership provided her. Within a year’s time, she was serving on the Diplomat Team and has been a valued team member for the last three years. She has been

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Brian Albert, Vice Chairman of the Board, The Strong Firm P.C. and J.J. Hollie, Chamber President & CEO awarded Ashley Reina with her Diplomat of the Month certificate.

a valued resource to our new members and motivates them to get involved. If you see Ashley at any upcoming Chamber Business Connection Events or team meetings, please be sure to congratulate her.

Congratulations, Ashley!

We are very fortunate to have you on our team!

county. Keough talked about the tremendous growth in Montgomery County and what’s behind it including our school systems, focus on business, low crime rate and low taxes.

Montgomery County Judge Mark J. Keough visited The Chamber for the April Business Advocacy Council Meeting. Judge Keough gave a thorough update on the state of the

The BAC also discussed The Chamber’s strategy for key legislative issues currently being considered including property taxes and economic development tools to promote economic growth. If you want to hear the latest on key issues facing the business community and have direct input on how the Chamber approaches them, join us for our next BAC meeting on Friday, May 19th at the Chamber office.

We Sincerely Appreciate LIFETIME Members

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Marilyn Abercrombie

Janis Cornmesser

Rob Eissler

Rui Martin

Doug Stuart

Brian Arceneaux

Linda Curington

Carol Gooch

Maxine Mueller

David Vogt

Wendy Bolz

Donna Daniels

Daryl W. Houck

Frank Robinson

Sandra Vogt

Congressman Kevin Brady

Beverly Denver

Karen L. Hoylman

Ray Sanders

Nancy Wallace

B. ‘Chic’ Chicoine

Loretta DuBose

Mike Karlins

Dr. Ann Snyder

Denise Wranischar

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PA R T N E R S P R O G R A M

The LMC Class of 2023 learned about economic development in the region at their Economic Development Session on April 6. The class heard a presentation on what economic development is

by Laura Lea Palmer, Deputy Director of Conroe Economic Development Council. They heard from both Palmer and The Woodlands Area Economic Development Partnership CEO Gil Staley on the history of economic development in Montgomery County. They then heard from an economic development panel that included Craig Rhodes of

the Greater Houston Partnership, Betty Russo with the Office of the Governor Economic Development & Tourism, Frank McCrady of East Montgomery County Improvement District, Staley, and Palmer.

The class traveled to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion for a presentation from Nick Wolda and Brad Bailey of Visit The Woodlands, along with a backstage tour and presentations by Cameron Klepac and Jeff Young of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. The class then traveled by bus for their afternoon portion of their session to 202 Main in Conroe for an economic development simulation exercise and presentations from Frank Robinson, as well as Curtis Lindsey and Noble Lindsey on downtown Conroe. The day concluded with a driving tour of the Conroe Park North and the Deison Technology Park.

Thank you to our Economic Development sponsor, The Woodlands Township!

Congratulations to the Next Generation Leadership Class of 2023!

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tudents from ten area high schools are completing the year-long Next Generation Leadership (NGL) program. NGL connects twelfth graders to community and industry leaders that shape their quality of life through education, government, healthcare, and more in Montgomery County. Students also work with leadership development professionals and Leadership Montgomery County mentors to cultivate their own skills. Congratulations and best wishes to the Class of 2023!

Payton Alberts Keller Bendele Rebekah Bush Kailey Cline Ariana Cormier

Diana Darvishi Temilolu Fabuyi Isabella Fiaschetti Sydney Grajek Dylan Harper

Aniyah Holiday Hope Howard Timmy Huang Dieter Kingwergs Morgan Ligon

Breniyah Maxey Abby Meador Arnav Nair Ivy Nguyen Kevin Pan

Adolfo Paredon Tessa Peterson Cline Piotrowski Corbin Poehl Brittany Ramirez

Gavin Seelbach Kyler Smith Steven Szladewski Jaime Tato David Trevino

Juan Vaquera Ada Wang Charley Wernli Kamryn Willey

Thanks to all of the program sponsors that have made the year possible including Woodforest National Bank, Better Bookkeepers, Inc., Tracey Casey-Arnold, LLC, Chick-fil-A Conroe-Lake Conroe Parkway, the Conroe Economic Development Council, DLR Group, Leadership Montgomery County, HCA Houston Healthcare - Conroe, Lone Star College - Montgomery, and Gigi Woodruff, LLC.

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.

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BREAKFAST CONNECTIONS

MEET THE NEW MEMBERS

CHAMBER CONNECTIONS

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CHAMBER EVENTS

Calendar of Events M AY 2 0 2 3

woodlandschamber.org/calendar

TUE, MAY 2 5:00PM-7:00PM

WED, MAY 17 7:01AM-9:00AM

Business After Hours

Breakfast Connections

LOCATION: Silver Rock Productions 701 Sawdust Road, Suite 2 The Woodlands, TX 77380

LOCATION: Crowne Plaza Hotel 19333 David Memorial Drive Shenandoah, TX 77385 Reservations Required.

Additional $5 for on-site registration.

Registration Required. No Walk-Ins.

TUE, MAY 23 5:00PM-7:00PM THU, MAY 25 6:30AM-8:00AM Meet The New Members

YPN Sip & Socialize

LOCATION: Black Walnut Cafe 9000 New Trails Drive The Woodlands, TX 77388

LOCATION: Black Rock Coffee Bar 3335 College Park Drive The Woodlands, TX 77334

Registration Required. No Walk-Ins.

Fees/Admission: Each participant is responsible for their own food & drinks.

CHAMBER TEAM MEETINGS Open to all members. Contact staff member to confirm meeting location.

MAY 3 3:00pm CHAMBER C.A.R.E.S. COMMITTEE MAY 8 4:00pm YPN PROM COMMITTEE MAY 11 10:00am CHAIRMAN’S BALL COMMITTEE

MAY 11 3:00pm BUSINESS SUMMIT COMMITTEE KICK-OFF MAY 17 1:00pm DIVERSITY & INCLUSION COUNCIL MAY 19 8:00am BUSINESS ADVOCACY COUNCIL

woodlandschamber.org/teams

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CHAMBER EVENTS

Calendar of Events JUNE 2023

woodlandschamber.org/calendar

TUE, JUN 6 5:00PM-7:00PM

WED, JUN 14 8:00AM-9:30AM

Business After Hours

Discovery Day

LOCATION: Conroe’s Incredible Pizza Company 230 S. Loop 336 West Conroe, TX 77304

LOCATION: The Chamber 9320 Lakeside Blvd., Suite 200 The Woodlands, TX 77381

Registration Required. No Walk-Ins.

Registration Required. No Walk-Ins. Sponsorship Opportunitiy Available.

WED, JUN 21 7:01AM-9:00AM

TUE, JUN 27 5:00PM-7:00PM

Breakfast Connections

Meet The New Members

LOCATION: Crowne Plaza Hotel 19333 David Memorial Drive Shenandoah, TX 77385 Reservations Required.

Additional $5 for on-site registration.

LOCATION: HomeWood Suites by Hilton — The Woodlands / Shenandoah 29813 Interstate 45 North The Woodlands, TX 77381 Registration Required. No Walk-Ins.

THU, JUN 29 5:00PM-7:00PM YPN Sip & Socialize LOCATION: Kirby Ice House 1700 Lake Robbins Dr. The Woodlands, TX 77380 Fees/Admission: Each participant is responsible for their own food & drinks.

CHAMBER TEAM MEETINGS Open to all members. Contact staff member to confirm meeting location.

JUN 7 3:00pm CHAMBER C.A.R.E.S. COMMITTEE JUN 8 10:30am CHAIRMAN’S BALL COMMITTEE JUN 8 3:00pm BUSINESS SUMMIT COMMITTEE JUN 12 4:00pm YPN PROM COMMITTEE JUN 16 8:00am BUSINESS ADVOCACY COUNCIL JUN 21 1:00pm DIVERSITY & INCLUSION COUNCIL woodlandschamber.org/teams

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RIBBON CUTTINGS & GRAND OPENINGS

ABR Houston

Always Best Care Senior Services The Woodlands

Alex Noll (832) 7797-9114 abrhouston.com 8498 Miller Road The Woodlands, TX 77354

Kelly Britton (281) 658-9837 abcthewoodlands.com 26029 Aldine Westfield Rd., Suite 206 Spring, TX 77373

Five Rings Financial

Home Instead

Restore Hyper Wellness + Cryotherapy The Woodlands

Rig Runner

Rudy Garcia (303) 349-6706 taxfree4me.com 25700 Interstate 45 Frontage Road, Suite 4030 The Woodlands, TX 77386

Jill Loya (832) 353-2226 restore.com/locations/tx-the-woodlands-tx020 4747 Research Forest Drive, Suite 415 The Woodlands, TX 77381

Urban Filly LLC

Connie Heinrich (936) 276-0953 urbanfilly.com 18640 FM 1488, Suite A-212 Magnolia, TX 77354

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Jacqueline Thomson (936) 246-9131 HomeInstead.com/607 32731 Egypt Lane. Suite 502 Magnolia, TX 77354

Datren Williams (832) 871-4900 rigrunnerinc.com 24955 Interstate 45 North, Suite 300 The Woodlands, TX 77380

VITAS Healthcare Annette Perez (713) 663-4900 vitas.com 10450 Gosling Road The Woodlands, TX 77381

RIBBON CUTTINGS & GRAND OPENINGS

Body Fit Training

Brightside Braces

Vanessa Walden (832) 523-0382 bodyfittraining.com/location/the-woodlands 1900 Lake Woodlands Dr., Suite 700 The Woodlands, TX 77380

Anthony Branch (832) 838-9467 brightsidebraces.com 3921 Woodson’s Reserve Pkwy, Suite 900 Spring, TX 77386

Memorial Hermann GoHealth Urgent Care – The Woodlands

Memorial Hermann Medical Group The Woodlands Primary Care & Endocrinology Linda Nelson (713) 897-2458 memorialhermann.org

Felicia Struve (713) 897-2458 GoHealthUC.com/MemorialHermann 10868 Kuykendahl Road The Woodlands, TX 77381

1890 Research Forest Drive

Shenandoah, TX 77381

RIBBON CUTTINGS Recently joined the Chamber and looking for added exposure and visibility?

Ribbon cuttings are normally scheduled on Fridays The Woodlands Business Coach

P. Natalia Turnquest (972) 503-6319 woodlandsbusinesscoach.com 350 Nursery Road, Suite 1101 The Woodlands, TX 77380

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

weMED Clinics Marie Fruchtnicht (713) 572-3888 wemedclinics.com 2400 FM 1488, Suite 300 The Woodlands, TX 77384

becky.rossi@woodlandschamber.org to coordinate your ribbon cutting, grand opening, or open house.

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EXECUTIVE FIDIUM Dr. Kevin Kastor 1-844-4FIDIUM FidiumFiber.com 350 South Loop 336 West Conroe, TX 77304 Fidium is built on a foundation of dependable service and support with no hidden fees or gimmicks. When you join our community, you get reliable high-speed fiber internet, customer-friendly prices and cutting-edge fiber technology direct to your home or small business. Fidium is a brand from Consolidated Communications. Learn more at FidiumFiber.com

PROFESSIONAL MEMORIAL HERMANN-GOHEALTH URGENT CARE BENDER’S LANDING

Ms. Felicia Struve (346) 296-8775 gohealthuc.com/memorialhermann/locations/benders-landing 9595 Six Pines Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380 We are an urgent care you can trust. We treat adults and children 6 months & older for conditions that are not life-threatening & offer pediatric urgent care (1 week to 18 years). We are open 365 days a year, including evenings, weekends & holidays. Save your spot online or just walk in.

We are in-network with many major insurance plans & have easy access in TX with Virtual Urgent Care Visits.

Sponsored by Linda Nelson; Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center

MEMORIAL HERMANN-GOHEALTH URGENT CARE THE WOODLANDS

Ms. Felicia Struve (346) 478-0831 gohealthuc.com/memorialhermann/locations/the-woodlands 10868 Kuykendahl Road Suite E The Woodlands, TX 77381 We are an urgent care you can trust. We treat adults and children 6 months & older for conditions that are not life-threatening & offer pediatric urgent care (1 week to 18 years). We are open 365 days a year, including evenings, weekends & holidays. Save your spot online or just walk in.

We are in-network with many major insurance plans & have easy access in TX with Virtual Urgent Care Visits.

Sponsored by Linda Nelson; Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center

MEMORIAL HERMANN-GOHEALTH URGENT CARE MARKET STREET

Ms. Felicia Struve (346) 296-8775 gohealthuc.com/memorialhermann/locations/market-street 9595 Six Pines Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380 Memorial Hermann-Go Health Urgent Care is urgent care you can trust. We treat adults and children 6 months and older for conditions that are not life-threatening. Open 365 days a year, including evenings, weekends & holidays. Save your spot online or just walk in. In-network with many major insurance plans. Easy access from anywhere in TX with Virtual Urgent Care Visits.

Sponsored by Linda Nelson; Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center

COMMUNITY CCRM HOUSTON

Ms. Jennifer Straub (713) 465-1211 ccrmivf.com/houston 1001 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 290 The Woodlands, TX 77380 As global pioneer in fertility science, research & treatment we offer patients best-in-class patient care and access to a network of award-winning physicians, a full suite of fertility services, innovative technology and cutting-edge labs. Founded in 1987 by Dr. William Schoolcraft, CCRM has achieved international recognition for clinical excellence and advanced research in reproductive medicine.

COMPARION INSURANCE AGENCY - THE WOODLANDS

Mr. Bryan Selby (281) 364-1090 comparioninsurance.com/insurance-agent/texas/the-woodlands 3000 Research Forest Drive, Suite 200 The Woodlands, TX 77380 We know you want affordable choices when it comes to insurance. Comparion agents can quote trusted national and regional insurance partners with products that cover your family, income and assets like a home, car, boat or jewelry. Our local agents are in your community and can guide you through the complex process of finding the right insurance coverage.

CONROE CITY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

Ms. Tonya Butler (832) 326-0473 citylifestyle.com/conroe Serving Conroe & Surrounding Areas We are a community-focused magazine for one of the fastest growing cities in the country: Conroe, TX. Our magazine celebrates the positive influences and partnerships that elevate living here. Our print and online publications feature everything from locally owned businesses and impactful events to inspirational people who define Conroe’s dynamically evolving lifestyle.

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JENN ASH AESTHETICS

Ms. Jennifer Salazar (281) 635-1759 jennashmedspa.com 26820 Kuykendahl Road, Suite 220 Tomball, TX 77375 We are a Luxury Medical Spa specializing in Anti-Aging Medical Aesthetic Treatments. Jennifer Salazar MPAS, PA-C is a NCCPA Board Certified Physician Associate & PDO Thread Expert who specializes in Aesthetic Medicine with a focus on Neurotoxins, Dermal Fillers & PDO Threads. We provide Medical Aesthetic Treatments to help our patients look & feel rejuvenated in a calming, safe & beautiful space.

REECE BATH AND KITCHEN

Ms. Kashay Mendes (281) 475-2088 reecebathandkitchen.com 26914 Interstate 45 North The Woodlands, TX 77386 From start to fabulous! Bring your vision to life. We understand that your bathroom or kitchen remodel or build is a big decision, and we’re here to help you feel comfortable about it. We create customers for life thanks in part to the Reece Guarantee. With every purchase, you’ll receive a 90-day satisfaction guarantee and trusted products with 4+ star ratings.

RICK LOWRY SEARCH

Mr. Rick Lowry (281) 367-3762 lowrysearch.com Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas Our mission is to become an extension of our clients when recruiting leaders who fit their organizations’ cultures, missions, objectives, and standards of professionalism. For more than 20 years, clients have retained Rick to recruit leaders to their organizations, from the C-Suite to critical contributors.

SIXTY VINES

Mr. Jose Perez (346) 478-5360 sixtyvines.com 9595 Six Pines Drive, Suite 900 The Woodlands, TX 77380 Great food and great wine go hand-in-hand, and at Sixty Vines, we believe it all tastes better together. Come as you are and enjoy a new attitude about wine culture. It’s time we focus on food first, with cuisine inspired by wine country and an open kitchen that delights every sense. It’s time to experience a better way to enjoy wine: on tap and perfectly selected to complement each dish.

ZERO LATENCY HOUSTON

Ms. Chalayne Ainley (281) 651-5019 zlhouston.com 27700 Interstate 45 North, Suite B Oak Ridge North, TX 77385 Put on the VR headset and pickup the controller. You and your friends are about to be transported into the virtual world! Once in, you’re free to move and explore as you please – comfortably and naturally, just like you do in the real world. You’re completely untethered. There aren’t any wires or walls to get in the way of your virtual reality adventures.

Sponsored by Jordan Buras; City of Oak Ridge North

BUSINESS BIKE THE WOODLANDS COALITION

Ms. Patricia Monticello Kievlan (415) 728-6985 bikethewoodlands.org Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas We are a group of residents who believe that The Woodlands area needs better and safer bicycling. We promote safety, advocate for improvements, and build community among all people who bike. As a non-profit organization, we are dedicated to building a community where bicycling is convenient and safe for riders of all ages and abilities.

Sponsored by Linda Nelson; Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center

COMMON DESK

Ms. Gabrielle Ebron (214) 216-6913 thecommondesk.com 1401 Lake Plaza Drive , Suite 200 Spring, TX 77389 We create experiential co-working and office spaces that boast flexible memberships for all types of professionals. Every Common Desk membership is what the best resorts like to call “all-inclusive,” meaning you don’t have to pay more for A-list amenities. Get conference room access, an open network of locations, fast and secure wifi, community events, hospitable staff and bottomless coffee.

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FIRSTKEY HOMES LLC

Ms. Nancy Cervantes (713) 904-1707 firstkeyhomes.com 25511 Budde Road, Suite 7101 The Woodlands, TX 77380 We are committed to helping renters find a single-family rental home that has the space they need, the privacy they want and the peace of mind they deserve. We offer value, service, support, and an unrivaled resident experience. From maintenance to communication to industry-leading resident programs (such as our loyalty program), we give our residents more so they can love where they live.

FUTURE HOME LOANS

Mr. Kevin Koth (386) 690-2169 future.loans/kevin-koth Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas We put your future first! Some mortgage lenders promise good service, others promise a good rate. At Future Home Loans our commitment is to provide you with the best of both! A fantastic loan rate & world-class customer service!

GREENAPPLE HEALTHCARE

Ms. Dorothy Ewusie (832) 499-3007 greenapplehc.com Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas Feel better in the comfort of your own home. We specialize in care & daily living assistance to an array of individuals. Whether you need daily or weekly assistance due to aging, illness, recovery or rehabilitation, our care givers will provide an individualized service that you can trust. Our high quality care services can include anything from meal preparation, hygiene & cleaning to supervision.

IDS ENGINEERING GROUP

Mr. Eric Johnson (713) 462-3178 idseg.com 13430 Northwest Freeway, Suite 700 Houston, TX 77040 IDS provides professional engineering and surveying services to a wide variety of public and private clients. Established in 1970, we are 100% employee-owned. IDS is registered to offer and perform civil engineering services in the State of Texas (F-002726). IDS professionals provide experience and in-depth knowledge of the markets we serve including the regulatory bodies that govern those markets.

Sponsored by Jim Carman; The Howard Hughes Corporation

IMMTECH360

Mr. Diego Gastaminza

(720) 375-5620

immtech360.com

ImmTech360 specializes in creating captivating Virtual Tours for diverse industries. We offer immersive solutions for real estate showcases, Google Street View integrations, and twin digital renderings. Our team is dedicated to elevating your business’s marketing efforts and driving success within the community.

LIFETIME GREEN COATINGS - THE WOODLANDS, TX

Ms. Alyssa Harrington (832) 225-2336 lifetimegreencoatings.com/franchise-locations/tx-woodlands Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas Frustrated by unsightly concrete garage floors and high-traffic areas outside your home? Floor coating services from Lifetime Green Coatings are your answer! You deserve a floor coating that can be applied swiftly in any weather that will stand up to our Texas weather conditions .We offer non-toxic, durable floor coating services for garage, driveways, steps, patios and other home surfaces.

PJS

Mr. Jose Menjivar (713) 850-0287 pjs.com 2303 Nance Street Houston, TX 77020 We offer specialized cleaning for every industry. Our Innovative Cleaning System is a comprehensive systemized approach to all aspects of the cleaning &operations process with the purpose of reducing costs while increasing efficiency, cleaning levels & worker morale. This results in a cleaner & healthier facility that meets and exceeds the industry standards.

Sponsored by Jim Carman; The Howard Hughes Corporation

SCALE OR EXIT PARTNERS

Mr. Gary Dennis (832) 745-2721 ccaleorexit.com Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas We help HVAC Contractors grow, scale and sell their businesses. Sell your HVAC Business now or scale it and sell it later. Our family company has been in the HVAC industry for generations. We’ve got the connections you need to either sell your business or take it to the next level, ramp up its value and sell it for a higher profit in the future.

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SELLERS ROUEGE CONSULTANTS, LLC DBA SOUTHERN LUXE TRANSPORTATION Ms. Shawn Sellers-Rouege (504) 701-8984 Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas

Freight Courier Service. Website coming soon!

Sponsored by Dennis Livesay; Mercedes Benz of The Woodlands

SLANE REALTY GROUP

Ms. Serina Lane (832) 229-0546 srglegacy.kw.com 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380 Serina’s passion for real estate comes from her love of people & the desire to see them build generational wealth, leaving lasting legacies. Her clients appreciate her ability to listen to their needs & find creative solutions that are tailored to their unique situations.

She has a reputation for going above & beyond to ensure that her clients have a smooth & successful real estate experience.

SMB INTEGRATIONS

Mr. Bobby Kann (832) 617-0033 smbintegrations.com 25700 Interstae 45 North, Suite 4035 The Woodlands, TX 77386 SMBi is headquartered in Houston, Texas, and we specialize in IT Services, Support and Cyber Security Solutions for small and mid-sized organizations. Wherever your business takes you, Cyber Security and Cloud-Based Technologies will be there to provide access to all your information. You can rely on us to make IT easy.

Sponsored by Maria Flores, WorkLodge

STI GLOBAL

Mr. Lak Singh

(713) 203-6154

Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas

stiglobal.COM

For over 25 years we have been providing IT services & business consulting solutions to improve business processes using statistical modeling techniques. Using analytical tools, we work with data associated with small/mid-size/large businesses providing powerful insights into a company’s business processes. With statistical modeling & forecasting we provide facts to drive sound business decisions.

TEXAS ADVANTAGE REALTY

Mr. Boris Ackerman (281) 651-5957 txarealty.com 21 Waterway Avenue, Suite 210 The Woodlands, TX 77380 As the Broker of Texas Advantage Realty, Boris Ackerman has been Represented Buyers and Sellers since 2004 and had over 1000 transactions both in commercial and residential in those years. With one of the best teams in The Woodlands Texas Advantage Realty will get things done efficiently and effectively to make the buying or selling process enjoyable.

Sponsored by Steve Berry; Waste Connections

TMF GROUP

Mr. Alcides Fuguet (786) 510-7352 tmf-group.com Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas Leading global provider of critical compliance and administrative services for corporations, fund managers, financial institutions and private clients. We help clients invest and operate safely, providing legal, financial and employee administration through TMF Group’s teams in 120 offices, in jurisdictions covering more than 92% of world GDP and 95% of FDI inflow.

URGENTCARE2GO

Mr. Esteban Hernandez

(432) 251-7027

Serving The Woodlands & Surrounding Areas

urgentcare2go.com

We offer Mobile Urgent Care. A healthcare service that brings urgent medical care to patients at their doorstep, workplace, or any location of their choice. Our team of qualified and experienced medical professionals provides prompt, personalized and high-quality medical care, right where you are. We provide 24/7 urgent care straight to your door through Membership, Self-Pay or Insurance.

VICTORIA PLASENCIA INTERIORS INC.

Ms. Maria Victoria Plasencia (346) 497-8600 victoriaplasencia.com 9595 Six Pines Dr. Bldg. 8 2nd Floor, Ste. 82 Spring, TX 77380 We are a firm specializing in interior design, characterized by creating decorative solutions of a unique nature, which comprehensively address the well-being and comfort needs of each person, through the spaces they inhabit. Our commitment is to exceed your expectations, optimizing your investment with innovative and timeless designs, accompanied by our experience, professionalism and ethics.

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S I G N AT U R E Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center Canopy Cancer Survivorship Center In the Pink of Health

Memorial Hermann | Rockets Sports Medicine Institute Memorial Hermann 24 HR Emergency Care TIRR Memorial Hermann The Woodlands

The Woodlands Township Woodhouse The Woodlands

EXECUTIVE 10-Needham, Inc Houston Galaxy Fireworks Houston Galaxy Halloween America’s ER Medical Centers

Lane Property Tax Advocates LGI Homes METRO Star Vanpool Modern Heart and Vascular

Bentley Houston at Post Oak Motors The Post Oak Collection

Occidental Petroleum Corporation

Bronco Power Boost

One Hour Air Conditioning and Heating

Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP Choice Forward LLC Community Impact Newspaper Consolidated Communications Fidium ExxonMobil Heightened Leaders Houston Business Journal Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital Houston Methodist Breast Care Center at The Woodlands Houston Methodist Cancer Center at The Woodlands Houston Methodist Emergency Care Center at The Woodlands Houston Methodist Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Houston Methodist Primary Care Group - Conroe Houston Methodist Primary Care Group – Montgomery Houston Methodist Primary Care Group – The Woodlands Houston Methodist Primary Care Group – The Woodlands Image 360 Houston Signs & Graphics Immediate Smiles Dentures & Dentistry

Richmond Realty Group Silver Rock Productions St. Luke’s Health – The Woodlands Hospital St. Luke’s Lakeside Hospital Steptoe & Johnson PLLC Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands Texas Children’s Pediatrics The Howard Hughes Corporation Creekside Park The Residences CubeSmart Self Storage – College Park CubeSmart Self Storage – FM 2978 One Lakes Edge • The Millennium One Waterway Ave. The Millennium Six Pines • Two Lakes Edge The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center – The Woodlands The US Oncology Network / McKesson McKesson The Woodlands Area Economic Development Partnership The Woodlands Christian Academy

The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton Back Table Kitchen & Bar Como Social Club Embassy Suites The Woodlands / Hughes Landing E’tiere Restaurant and Bar Sorriso Modern Italian Kitchen The Westin At The Woodlands Tough Law Firm, PLLC Waste Connections, Inc. Hardy Road Transfer Station – Waste Connections R360 Environmental Solutions Seabreeze Landfill – Waste Connections Waste Connections of Texas WeKinnect Global Branding Agency, LLC Wells Fargo Middle Market Banking Wells Fargo – Alden Bridge Wells Fargo – Kuykendahl and Woodlands Parkway Wells Fargo – Market Street Wells Fargo – The Private Bank Wells Fargo – Woodlands Branch Wells Fargo Business Banking Western Midstream

Woodforest National Bank – Town Center Two Woodforest National Bank – College Park Woodforest National Bank – Fish Creek Woodforest National Bank – Imperial Oaks Woodforest National Bank – Rayford Road Woodforest National Bank – Research Plaza Woodforest National Bank – Sterling Ridge Woodforest Wealth Strategies World Affairs Council of Greater Houston

PREMIER A Strong CPA, LLC Arnold Chiropractic Center, LLC Austin Bank

Avison Young – Texas, LLC Black Forest Ventures Black Walnut Café Galaxy FBO The Kitchen Tris

Excelerate Energy LP

The Abbey on Lake Wyndemere Mid-Rise & Townhomes The Abbey at Conroe The Abbey at Montgomery Park The Abbey at Northpoint The Abbey at Spring Town Center

Griffin Realty Group

The Broadmoor at Creekside Park Ashford Gardens Solera at West Houston The Bradford at Brookside

First Financial Bank – Conroe First Financial Bank – Creekside First Financial Bank – Grand Parkway Branch Harvey Builders

Bloofin Sushi

IMG Worldwide LLC

BMW of Houston North MINI of The Woodlands

Keating Imports Keating Honda Keating Nissan

Boardwalk at Town Center Buckalew Chevrolet, LP Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC (CRI) CHASE – Six Pines Branch CHASE – Alden Bridge CHASE – Panther Creek Comcast Comcast Business effectv Corporate Incentives, Inc. Dupuis Law Firm, PLLC

Edward Jones – Bill Gervasi, Financial Advisor Edward Jones – Richard L. Johnson, CFP(R), AAMS (R), Financial Advisor Edward Jones – Steve Eggert, Financial Advisor Edward Jones – Wade Hollis, Financial Advisor Edward Jones – Keaton McDaniel, Financial Advisor Tiny Paws Rescue

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Enterprise Holding Enterprise Car Sales Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Entergy Texas, Inc. Entergy Texas, Inc. – Lake Front North

Lone Star College System Office Lone Star College – Creekside Center Lone Star College – Montgomery Lone Star College University Center – The Woodlands Lone Star Corporate College Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe | Houston Landshark Bar & Grill at Margaritaville Lake Conroe Resort Market Street Naskila Gaming National Museum of Funeral History PlainsCapital Bank – The Woodlands PlainsCapital Bank Prolific Profiles Background Check Company Prosperity Bank – The Woodlands Prosperity Bank – Magnolia Parkway Prosperity Bank – Research Forest Prosperity Bank – Spring Sergio’s Landscaping Sunbelt Business Brokers

The Fitzpatrick Group The Johnson Development Corp.

The Johnson Development Corp. – Grand Central Park Woodforest by Johnson Development Corp.

The Koch Insurance Group The Strong Firm P.C. The Woodlands Mall The Woodlands Young Learners Academy Oak Ridge Young Learners Academy The Learning Lane – Grogans The Learning Lane – Richards Vernier & Associates, PLLC Vision Integrated Systems Houston LLC Visit The Woodlands Walke-Wilson Law WC Construction Will Carter Band Westwood Restoration Wiesner Buick-GMC-Hyundai Woodland Midstream Wright Business Technologies, Inc.

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AI

Artificial Intelligence A Small Business Playbook

One of today’s hottest topics is Artificial Intelligence and the way it is beginning to show up in more and more of our daily lives.

Healthcare, finance, art, business and the internet are just a few examples. In recognition of Small Business Month – and to have a little fun – we let a popular AI platform tell you how AI can benefit small business. Read on for the AI-generated result.

AI CAN PROVIDE SIGNIFICANT BENEFITS TO SMALL BUSINESSES, INCLUDING:

STREAMLINING OPERATIONS: AI can automate repetitive and time-consuming tasks such as data entry, invoicing, and inventory management, freeing up employees to focus on higher-value tasks.

PERSONALIZED CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE: AI can analyze customer data to provide personalized recommendations and tailored customer experiences, which can help small businesses build stronger customer relationships and increase customer loyalty.

MARKETING: AI can help small businesses create more effective marketing campaigns by analyzing customer data and identifying patterns in behavior and preferences.

IMPROVED DECISION MAKING: AI can provide small businesses with realtime data analysis and insights, allowing them to make better-informed decisions about their business operations, strategy, and investments.

COST SAVINGS: AI can help small businesses reduce their operational costs and increase their profitability by automating tasks and improving efficiency.

Overall, AI can help small businesses improve their productivity, customer experience, and bottom line, making it an increasingly valuable tool for small business owners.

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RENEWING COMMITMENTS EXECUTIVE INVESTORS Consolidated Communications Fidium Houston Business Journal

PREMIER INVESTORS

A Strong CPA, LLC Keating Honda

Keating Imports Keating Nissan

PROFESSIONAL INVESTORS Guy M. Lewis, DDS IRDB

Texas Center for Cosmetic Dentistry Weygant Law, PLLC

COMMUNITY INVESTORS Alspaugh’s Ace Hardware Insperity Amazing Spaces Storage Centers - The Insperity - Spring Woodlands ~ Shenandoah ~ Oak Ridge Killen’s Barbecue of The Woodlands Amazing Spaces Storage Centers Killen’s Steakhouse - The Woodlands ~ Magnolia KJ Marketing Group Diligent Delivery Systems La Hacienda Treatment Center Donna’s Home Furnishings Mezcal Cantina Mexican Kitchen Donna’s Home Furnishings RE/MAX The Woodlands & Spring - The Woodlands - Mike Seder dorothy may’s By: Alspaugh’s Sanderson & Associates, P.C. Fine Line Glass Tinting State Fare Kitchen and Bar Woodlands First Tech Federal Credit Union SVN | J. Beard Real Estate Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar Frost Bank - East Shore Financial Center VCA Woodlands Animal Hospital Frost Bank - Indian Springs ZAPVOR by Thai Spice Financial Center Home2 Suites Shenandoah - The Woodlands

BUSINESS INVESTORS A & H Electric Abundant Harvest Kitchen by St. Isidore Episcopal Church AEM The Woodlands Assessment Advisors Babin’s Seafood House Boone’s Restoration Cassidy Joined For Hope, Inc. Christ Church United Methodist Christian Brothers Automotive Clean Sweep Office Cleaning Conroe ISD Education Foundation, Inc. Cypressbrook Company David Allen Capital Dimensional Payments double-S-studios, llc Elite Roofers LLC FASTSIGNS First Community Credit Union Hagerman Corporation HOTWORX The Woodlands Huet Dental Hurricane Harbor Splashtown Iscential Montgomery County Community Foundation Offer Genius Operation: Achieve Independence (OAI)

Paddington British Private School Paragon Independent Insurance Agencies, Inc. Petsuites Spring Klein Piney Rose Flowers & Decor Plunk Productions Pond & Company Regions Bank Seiler Rapp & Guerra Silver Eagle Distributors Houston LLC Skin Retreat Southern Cross Communications SpeedPro Magnolia Spring Creek Barbeque Stage Right of Texas State Farm Insurance - Delon Fields StoneBridge Church Sts. Simon and Jude Catholic Parish Texas Professional Surveying The Beauty Lounge The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion The Woodlands Dental Group Veritex Community Bank Waste Management of Texas Wham & Rogers, PLLC Woodlands Church WorkSpace Resource MAY 2023

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BUSINESS BRIEFS ANNOUNCEMENTS

We have several venues for your engagement, wedding shower, rehearsal dinner, reception, baby showers, birthday party, homecoming to Campaigns at Citizens Grill! citizensgrill.com/private-events

If you haven’t been there yet, don’t miss out on Fresh Live Boiled Louisiana Crawfish in the house at Tailgators! Hot n’ spicy to melt your cravings away. Wednesdays Only $5.99/lb. inhouse. TailgatorsPub.com

COMMUNITY NEWS

Haynie & Company is proud to announce that we have been recognized by Accounting Today as a Top 100 Firm for the second consecutive year. This year we are ranked 84 in the nation, from 93, and the second-largest CPA firm in the Mountain Region.

The future is here, and it’s bright. Whether you are planning to purchase your first home, refinance your current mortgage, buy an investment property or a second vacation home, Future Home Loans is here and eager to assist you reach your financial goals. Learn more or apply at kevinkoth.com

SVN | J. Beard Real Estate – Greater Houston is proud to announce the commencement of construction and pre-leasing activities at Country Forest Plaza, a new retail and professional center in Magnolia at 11828 FM 1488. It will contain a total gross leasable area of 9,615 s.f. Contact Jackson Cain at (281) 367-2220, ext. 112. Jbeardcompany.com.

What are you doing this Sunday? We are here for you!

Join us at Lord of Life Lutheran Church for worship at 8:30 or 11am. 3801 S. Panther Creek Dr., across from McCullough Jr. High. All are welcome, and at Lord of Life, “All” means ALL. A life in Christ is a life of abundance, joy and forgiveness. Join us.

The Woodlands Arts Council is pleased to announce ceramicist Cathra-Anne Barker as this year’s featured artist at Fidelity Investments The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival, set for the weekend of April 14-16, 2023. thewoodlandsartscouncil.org/p/ festival Leasing is underway at Robinson Plaza located at the intersection of Robinson & Hanna Roads. MHW Real Estate is excited to welcome new tenants alongside national brand, Domino’s Pizza. Contact Ryan King @ 713-826-9055 or Brayden Czajkoski @ 254-744-7166 or MHW @ 281.651.4898 At SpeedPro we can customize and visual display, banners, wall graphics, and other marketing materials to your needs. Did you see our banners for Taste of the Town throughout the Woodlands? Check out of wall graphics for Magnolia Eats & Treats. Learn more at Speedpro. com/Magnolia

GIVING BACK

Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, TX hosted the annual Building Hope Gala, presented

by LGI Homes, at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel on Saturday, April 1st. The fundraiser successfully raised over $780,000 in support of Habitat Montgomery County’s mission of bringing people together to build homes, community and hope. HabitatMCTX.org

Meals on Wheels celebrated 50 years of serving seniors with nourishing food and transportation throughout the county. In 2022 MOWMC delivered 250,000 meals and provided 18,321 rides to homebound seniors! MOWMC.org The Harmonie Grace Foundation’s staple events are coming up and you don’t want to miss it! HGF annual 5K Walk/ Run and annual Black-Tie Gala fundraising events will be June 10. Contact Adriauna Davis for more information admin@harmoniegracefoundation. org. Visit harmoniegracefoundation.org for more information.

NEW TO THE TEAM & PROMOTIONS Jennifer Wertz, CPA, has recently been promoted to Partner at A Strong CPA. She has over 20 years of public accounting experience in tax consulting, tax planning, tax reporting and complex entity structure planning for both entities and individuals. Much of her career has encompassed complex entity structure planning. astrongcpa.com

As part of its commitment to social responsibility, the Sam Houston Corvette Club has recently donated $7,000 to Children’s Safe Harbor, which strives to achieve justice and healing for every abused child and engage the community in that mission.

At Lone Star Family Health Center’s March board of directors meeting, Bill Wilkins was presented with a plaque for his five years of service on the board. Wilkins was very active and supportive of the efforts of the health center’s mission to help the underserved.

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CHAMBER LEADERSHIP Officers, Priority Goals & Project Leaders

Directors: Terms Expire 2024

Chairman.................................................. Jim Carman, The Howard Hughes Corporation Vice Chairman............................................................ Brian Albert, The Strong Firm P.C. President & CEO............................................................................................J.J. Hollie VP Business Development...................................................................................... TBD Breakfast Connections................................................. Elaine Gonzalez / David Lee Business After Hours.........................................Amber Sickafoose / Nicholas Boone Diplomats.................................................................... Adam Koch / Kathy Rifaat Discovery Day............................................................................. Cyndi Alvarado Meet the New Members...............................................Ashley Reina / Selina Garrett Membership............................................................................... Cyndi Alvarado Sales..........................................................................Royce Brooks / Kelly Fuller VP Signature Events............................ Nicole Preston, Community Impact Newspaper Chairman’s Ball..................................................... Debbie Kaschik / Melissa Young Golf Championship........................................................Paul Miranda / Brian Week Health, Wellness & Fitness Expo................................. Christin Cherry / Natalie Wilie Taste of the Town............................................................. Paco Rivera / Bryan Hill VP Government & Economic Affairs......................................................................... ....................................Angela Storseth-Cooper, The US Oncology Network/McKesson Business Advocacy Council.................................... Courtney Galle / Heather Ramsey Economic Outlook Conference.......................................... Lisa Prado / Linda Nelson Governmental Affairs.................................................................Samantha Chapa Day at the Capitol................................................ Courtney Galle / Heather Ramsey VP Leadership and Development................................ Carolyn Gray, Zircon Consulting Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon.................................. Adam Koch / Kathy Rifaat Diversity and Inclusion Council................................ LaToya Collins / Elizabeth Logue Leadership Retreat......................................................................... Carolyn Gray Past Chairman............................................................................... Julie Ambler Young Professionals Network.................................David Deveau / Dr. Sydney Walker VP Marketing & Community Relations........................ Ann Wolford, The Wolford Group C.A.R.E.S Committee............................................. Corinne Coulter / Roxanne Davis Business Summit.............................. David Deveau / Stacey Falletti / Christin Cherry Marketing................................................................................... Brenna Hapes Vice President & Treasurer....................................... Angela Strong, A Strong CPA, LLC Vice President & Chairman’s Appointment...... Dr. Ann Snyder, The Woodlands Township Immediate Past Chairman.................. Julie Ambler, The Woodlands Christian Academy The Woodlands Area Economic Development Partnership..............................Gil Staley

Christin Allphin....................................................... Woodforest National Bank – Town Center Two Barry Blanton....................................................................................... Blanton Advisors, LLC Fred Domenick...................................The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center Carolyn Gray...............................................................................................Zircon Consulting Theodore (Ted) Harris................................................................................ The Woodlands Mall Rachel Richmond....................................................................... Richmond Business Consulting Angela Storseth-Cooper...................................................... The US Oncology Network / McKesson

Directors: Terms Expire 2023

Jennifer Bruse............................................................................................ Hello Woodlands Kristine Marlow........................................................................ Montgomery County Food Bank Nicole Preston.......................................................................... Community Impact Newspaper Rip Reynolds...............................................................................................Regency Centers Ann Wolford............................................................................................. The Wolford Group Stephen Wright..................................................................... Wright Business Techologies, Inc.

C H A M B E R S TA F F J.J. Hollie

President & CEO...........................................................................................jjhollie@woodlandschamber.org

Mary Coley Smith

Vice President Community Service.............................................mary.smith@woodlandschamber.org

Cyndi Alvarado

Vice President Membership.................................................... cyndi.alvarado@woodlandschamber.org

Gina Mitchell

Director of Finance & Operations............................................. gina.mitchell@woodlandschamber.org

Brenna Hapes

Director of Marketing & Communications............................brenna.hapes@woodlandschamber.org

Royce Brooks

Director of Sales..............................................................................royce.brooks@woodlandschamber.org

Samantha Chapa

Director of Government Affairs ........................................ samantha.chapa@woodlandschamber.org

Sasha Parsons Waters

Director of Signature Event........................................................ sasha.waters@woodlandschamber.org

Gracie Skiles

Directors: Terms Expire 2025 Stuart Barrett........................................................................................... Entergy Texas, Inc. Jocelyn Durfield.................................................................................. The Signorelli Company Justin Kendrick................................................ Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center Dr. Curtis Null.................................................................................................. Conroe I.S.D. Courtney Schweitzer..................................................................... The Kimball Group Insurance Kristen Shults.......................................................................................... Western Midstream Ketrese White...............................................................Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands

Ex–Officio Directors Brad Bailey / Nick Wolda.............................................................................Visit The Woodlands Matt Beasley.............................................................................. Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Mayor Paul Bond...................................................................................City of Oak Ridge North RW Bray.....................................................................................Office of U.S. Senator Ted Cruz James Brown.................................................................Conroe North Houston Regional Airport Chief Palmer Buck............................................................... Fire Chief – The Woodlands Township Melanie Bush............................................................................. Montgomery County Treasurer Kaaren Cambio................................................................... Office of Congressman Dan Crenshaw Sen. Brandon Creighton.................................................................Texas State Senate, District 4 Monica Bomkamp Enia.............................................................. Education for Tomorrow Alliance Mayor John Escoto ................................................................................... City of Shenandoah Constable Ryan Gable........................................................ Montgomery County Constable, Pct. 3 Debbie Glenn-Cross................................................... Montgomery County Restaurant Association John Hafley.................................................................................... Judge County Court Law 1 John Hall...................................................................................................................HARC Ted Harris............................................................................................... The Woodlands Mall Linda Head...............................................................................Lone Star College System Office Missy Herndon.............................................................................. Interfaith of The Woodlands Captain Tim Holifield....................................................Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department Jace Houston / Heather Ramsey.........................................................San Jacinto River Authority Randy Johnson.................................................................Montgomery County Hospital District Mark Keough ................................................................................. Montgomery County Judge Kristine Marlow.........................................................................Montgomery County Food Bank Jerry MacDonald / Cameron Klepac............................................... Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion John Mayner.............................................................. Shenandoah Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Tammy McRae............................................................................. County Tax Assessor Collector Commissioner James Noack ........................................... Montgomery County Commissioner, Pct. 3 Dr. Curtis Null.................................................................................................. Conroe I.S.D. Michelle O’Rourke................................................................................................ United Way Samantha Reiter...................................................... Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District Sarah Rhea..............................................................................Leadership Montgomery County Lesley Briones..................................................................... Harris County Commissioner, Pct. 4 Commissioner Charlie Riley............................................................... Montgomery County, Pct. 2 Dr. Rebecca Riley........................................................................Lone Star College Montgomery Betty Russo..........................................................................Office of The Governor Greg Abbott Dr. Ann Snyder/Monique Sharp............................................................. The Woodlands Township Gil Staley................................................ The Woodlands Area Economic Development Partnership Brandon Steinmann.......................................................................... Montgomery County Clerk James Stinson, P.E........................................................................The Woodlands Water Agency Jenny Taylor.................................................................................................... Market Street State Rep. Steve Toth ................................................. Texas House of Representatives, District 15 Charlie Vienne............................................................................Sam Houston State University

A B O U T B U S I N E S S T O D AY Business Today is a monthly magazine produced

by The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce featuring news, articles and events from The Chamber and our members. Business Today offers a variety of advertising options including editorial pieces. See the Business Today media kit and read the latest issue at woodlandschamber.org/business-today.

PUBLISHER........................................................... J.J. Hollie EDITOR.......................................................... Brenna Hapes SALES..............................................................Royce Brooks

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