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Are You a Frisco Entrepreneur?
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If you are, or are interested in learning more about entrepreneur activities through the Frisco Chamber, please let us know! Please notify Gina Cheek.
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Entrepreneur or Interested in Investing Local?
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Join us at the next "Invest Local" event to be held at the Frisco Chamber on Tuesday, January 31, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. If you have any questions on this, please don't hesitate to contact
Gina Cheek at the Frisco Chamber of Commerce.
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2017 Relocation and Referral Guide
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The
2017 Relocation and Referral Guide has been delivered! You will be receiving a personal copy via mail. We are already hard at work delivering the new guides to hotels, the CVB, and other area businesses so that businesses and residents can begin to see your ad and business listings!
If your business would like copies to give out, please stop by the Frisco Chamber of Commerce to pick some up. Here is a
sneak peek!
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Wednesdays
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
If you didn't catch our live radio show, you can listen to the replay:
Thursday 9:00 PM
Saturday 4:00 PM
Sunday 2:00 AM
Monday 11:00 PM
Tune in every Wednesday
at
KVGIradio.com or download the KVGI app.
We'll be talking about Frisco, the Frisco business community,
numbers in the news, and what's keeping you up at night as a business owner or leader in Frisco. Past shows can also be found on our website.
And since you will have the app, you can check out the other shows (many Frisco Chamber of Commerce members!) on KVGIradio.com!
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The Frisco Chamber of Commerce Newsletter is delivered to your inbox every other week! We will keep you informed (and hopefully entertained) daily on social media!
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Thanks for the calendars, Danny Pulaski! 2017 is off to a great start!
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| Municipal Candidates Forum |
January 24, 2017
6:30 to 8:30 PM,
hosted by Grace Church,
8440 Grace Street in Frisco Square
Each of the 10 candidates running for Frisco City Council Place 1 have been invited to participate in the Municipal Candidate Forum, which will be moderated by Tony Felker and Shona Huffman.
The Special Election called by the Frisco City Council will be held on February 18, 2017 and will fill the City Council Place 1 vacancy with a term expiration of May 2018. Early voting for the special election begins February 1, 2017. Read more...
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| Ripley's Believe It or Not! |
The Frisco Chamber of Commerce is attempting to break records during an upcoming ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, January 24 at the Frisco Heritage Center, 6321 Page Street, in Frisco TX at 9:30 AM.
This ribbon cutting will be in the 2017 edition of Ripley's Believe It or Not! for the largest ribbon cutting in Texas. The entire community is invited to this free event to participate in the making of history. Attendees should arrive at 8:45 AM to begin lining up around the buildings within the Frisco Heritage Center. Participants should bring a pair of scissors and will be able to take home a piece of history.
The Frisco Heritage Center is a living village comprised of buildings representing the area's rich history. Facilities include the original Lebanon Church, the restored Crozier/Sickles House, the Smith-Muse House and a replica of The Frisco Railway Depot.
We are also hoping to make world history and be placed in the Guinness World Records for the most scissors used simultaneously in a single ribbon cutting," said Kathy Erickson, Director of Partner Relations at the Frisco Chamber of Commerce. Read more..
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| FISD Students Can Earn Associates Degree |
An expanded partnership with Collin College will give Frisco ISD students the opportunity to earn an associate degree at the same time as their high school diploma.
FISD will add numerous dual credit course offerings over the next four years, providing students with even more options for academic success.
"This is a huge step forward for student opportunity in Frisco ISD," said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jeremy Lyon. "The District already offers many rigorous courses to prepare students for college and career. This growing partnership with Collin College enhances our current offerings and gives students even more ability to customize their schedules to meet their long-term goals."
Read more...
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The deadline nears! Register today! You can also market your business by donating an auction or raffle item. Find more information
HERE.
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Expanding Advocacy Efforts
The Frisco Chamber of Commerce has contracted the services of Angela Hale of Red Media Group to be our "boots on the ground" in Austin, attending hearings, providing research and communication efforts, and following legislation that will protect and promote commerce for the Frisco business community. Ms. Hale will work along side
Shona Huffman, Director of Governmental Affairs, to allow the Chamber to expand its advocacy efforts in working for our community.
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The Board of Directors for the Frisco Chamber of Commerce has approved the 2017 Legislative Agenda created by the Governmental Affairs Committee. View the 2017 Legislative Agenda
HERE
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SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship.
Because the work is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and thanks to our network of 11,000+ volunteers, SCORE is able to deliver our services at no charge or at very low cost.
SCORE provides:
- Volunteer MENTORS who share their expertise across 62 industries.
- Free, confidential business MENTORING in person or via email (on Wednesdays by appointment at the Frisco Chamber of Commerce.)
- Free business TOOLS, templates and tips online
- Inexpensive or free business WORKSHOPS (locally) and webinars (online 24/7).
- 320+ chapters hold events and workshops locally across the U.S. and its territories, and match up entrepreneurs with local, volunteer mentors.
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s your Business Ready for the NFL?
You don't want to miss this dynamic workshop to help your business achieve great results in 2017 and beyond! Mike Weddington was a force to be reckoned with on the football field and continues to be in the business arena.
- January 24, 2017
- Registration opens at 7:30 AM
- Light Breakfast and Coffee
- Program - 8:00 to 9:30 AM
- Networking to Follow
Free to Chamber members and only $15 to future Frisco Chamber of Commerce members. Please Register Here.
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Volunteers and mentors needed for YEA! Contact Keith Britton for more information.
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1/20 Senior Service Alliance Meeting
1/24 Is Your Business Ready for the NFL? Educational Workshop and Breakfast featuring former NFL Player Mike Weddington
1/24 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Frisco Heritage Center. Arrive at 8:45 AM
1/24 Frisco Young Professionals (Ages 21-40): Kickoff at Cantina Laredo
1/25 Ribbon Cutting - Fidelity Investments
1/25 New Resident Packet Stuffing
1/26 Get On Track @ 7:16. Presented by
SMD Consulting & Accounting, LLC. Breakfast sponsored by SWYPIT
2/2 Get On Track @ 7:16 AM.
Presented by SMD Consulting & Accounting, LLC. Breakfast sponsored by Frisco Women's League
2/2 Business After Hours at 5:30 PM. Sponsored by IKEA Frisco
2/3 Frisco Number Ones Gala
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Do YOU Belong In Our Newsletter?
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If you think your business deserves a mention in our "Members In The News" section above, let us know by sending
Karen Kim, our Director of Marketing and Communications, an
EMAIL.
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