December 20, 2016
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Become a Business Partner with Foundation for C.H.O.I.C.E.
Is your business looking for new and creative ways to gain publicity and build your customer base? Are you interested in passing down your business acumen to local high school students? Partner with Foundation For C.H.O.I.C.E. and engage in a meaningful business research project with at-risk high school students. CLICK HERE for more information. 
Smart Business Tips
Want to Be Extremely Persuasive?
9 Science-Backed Ways to Become
a Better Leader
A few people are naturally persuasive and influential. The rest of us have to work at it -- and science shows us how.

Think about all the extremely successful people you know. I guarantee they're incredibly good at selling themselves, selling their ideas -- in short, they're incredibly good at persuading other people.

 CLICK HERE to read more from Inc.com.
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Notes from the Chamber
Welcome to the 2017 Board of Directors!
The Plano Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the roster for the 2017 Board of Directors. These individuals were selected on an application basis or as an elected position associated with a Chamber program. The 2017 Board will be introduced at the Plano First Annual Meeting on Monday, January 23, 2017. CLICK HERE for the full list of our new and returning Board of Directors.

The Search for Ellie the #PlanoChamberElf Continues!
Have you seen Ellie the #PlanoChamberElf? She's been sneaking around town visiting some of our amazing Plano Chamber members and retailers. Make sure to like the  Plano Chamber Facebook page and check every Monday and Wednesday morning at 8 a.m. to see where she goes next! The first person to guess her location will receive a prize from the retailer and ANYONE who mentions Ellie the #PlanoChamberElf the rest of the day will receive special discounts. Don't forget to spread the word by sharing the posts using #PlanoChamberElf.   CLICK HERE to learn more! 
Benefits of Membership
Increase Your Bottom Line by Advertising in Ours!
It's time to start finalizing your 2017 advertising budget. Market your products and services to over 4,500 individuals who receive The Bottom Line e-newsletter each month or reach members, visitors, and newcomers by advertising on the Plano Chamber website! CLICK HERE for these member-only benefits. 

 

 

 

Upcoming Events
Please note that the Plano Chamber will be closed on Friday, December 23 and Monday, December 26. We will reopen on Tuesday, December 27 at 8:30 AM. We wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday season! Note: There will be no Business Interchange held on Friday, December 23 or Friday, December 30. The next Business Interchange will be held on Friday, January 6.
Friday, December 23 - Monday, December 26 | Plano Chamber of Commerce
 
The Plano Chamber of Commerce office will be closed on Friday, December 30. We will reopen on Monday, January 2, 2017 at 8:30 AM. Please note that there will be no Business Interchange held on this day. The next BI will be held on Friday, January 6. We wish you a safe and happy new year!
Friday, December 30 | Plano Chamber of Commerce
 
Are you interested in public affairs and learning more about issues that affect Plano and Collin County? Join the Public Policy Committee for our monthly meeting as we work with all levels of government, local businesses, and partner organizations to confront challenges and address leading issues.
January 4 | 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
 
Weekly early-morning networking worth getting up for! Sponsored by Changes Outpatient of Plano. Food provided by McAlister's. 
January 6 | 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
Mark Your Calendar
Join the Plano Chamber of Commerce as we commemorate another year of service to our members and the community. Come hear from some of our city's leading companies why they choose to call Plano home and learn about the Chamber's efforts to positively impact the local business community. Connect with business and community leaders and meet our 2017 Chamber leadership. Registration is required to attend and the deadline is Thursday, January 19.  CLICK HERE  for more information and to register.
January 23 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Plano Centre

Today's Inspiration

Ribbon Cuttings
Escape Hunt Dallas - Ribbon Cutting 
December 20 |  4:30 p.m. | 8232 Preston Rd., Ste. 100 |  Plano, TX 75024

Edward Jones - Jason A. Gilbert - Ribbon Cutting
January 19 | 4:30 p.m. | 5550 Granite Pkwy, Ste. 115 | Plano, TX 75024

The Plano Chamber of Commerce is committed to maximizing business development, and
economic growth of the community through advocacy, education, innovation, and collaboration.
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