THE RELEVANT RECAP
Dear Chamber & Community Friends,
Over the course of 2018, the Chamber leadership conducted a deep dive exploration into what members want, what they found of value, what makes our Chamber and in fact, most Chambers obsolete and what directions we could and should take to best meet the needs of our community and our businesses.
What resulted is a Strategic Plan that should serve you better. Dr. Rodney Watson, the superintendent of Spring schools, serves as the 2019 Chamber chairman of the Board. He will deliver a video message at the Diamonds & Ice Gala and at the February 14th Luncheon that will articulate our direction. I invite you to come aboard! See the 2019 Strategic Plan below and take a look at the new Membership Paths!
Sincerely,
Barbara Thomason
President
Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce
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KEY DATES FOR THE 86th LEGISLATIVE SESSION
Legislative Session Opening Day - Tuesday, January 8, 2019
Advocacy Trip to Austin - Monday, February 25 - Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Join other Chamber members from area Chambers for a private dinner with legislators and their staffs at Austin's Chez Zee on Monday evening. Breakfast on Tuesday will be at the new Texas Association of Business offices with guest speakers and then we are off to meet with legislators in Advocacy Teams. Transportation and Hotel is coordinated with the Chamber and the Advocacy Team Package (includes dinner, breakfast, group photo & legislative packet) will be $85.
Download
Information Flyer
and/or Register Here:
bit.ly/Austin2019
Be watching for regular legislative updates from the Chamber!
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GROWING WEALTH | GROWING LIVES
with Bobby Lieb
Check out the Grow Northwest blog!
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
We are delighted to continue adding to our growing Chamber membership. If you haven't met these new and returning members yet at a Chamber networking event, we encourage you to click on their names below and welcome them to the community!
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NEW MEMBERSHIP PATHS & INVESTMENT OPTIONS ARE HERE!
CLICK TO VIEW
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2019-2024 Chamber Strategic Plan
The
VISION
of the Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce is to serve as the voice of the business, municipal, government and philanthropic entities of our community, fostering unity, growth & success for generations.
Our
MISSION
remains To Develop Successful Businesses and a Thriving Community.
For 2019, our Strategic Goals are:
1) To develop and maintain the highest caliber of Chamber leadership.
[This means leadership in staff, volunteer, Board and in the community!]
2) To grow Chamber membership through recruitment and retention successes.
[We must rebuild after Harvey hurt so many member businesses. Additionally, we are introducing NEW MEMBERSHIP PATHS to make membership bring you more value!]
3)
Assess the Chamber’s marketing, technology and program offerings, both current and potential, and their level of support to businesses and the local economy.
4) Advance Public Policy Advocacy at the local, state and federal levels.
[ View the Chamber's Public Policy Positions below.]
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Chamber's 2019 Public Policy
The Public Policy Council is a Board-appointed body, chaired by Mr. David Riddle, that reviews issues and makes recommendations to the Board for advocacy positions. In preparation for the 86th Legislation Session, the following Position Statements were approved by the Board and will be communicated to our Legislators.
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SIGN UP TODAY!
*You do not need to be a FORMATION member to attend this event but we do request that attendees be age 39 and under.
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Keep an eye out for this logo and look for details on how you can participate in these special community events!
Your voice matters.
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FINAL COUNTY JUDGE REPORT FROM JUDGE ED EMMETT
Since March 2007, I have had the privilege of serving as Harris County Judge. At no time during my tenure did I ever regret leaving the private sector to serve the residents of Harris County. As I will leave office on Jan. 1, it is appropriate for me to share some thoughts.
While I and other Harris County elected officials are in the news for better or worse, the employees of Harris County are remarkably dedicated servants of the residents of Harris County. I will always be proud to have worked among them...
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The Chamber's annual Member Appreciation Luncheon in 6 days (Jan. 10) will celebrate the special 5, 10, and 15+ year anniversaries of our members! Come celebrate with your Chamber community and meet your Board as Judge Lincoln Goodwin inducts them!
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Your Ad Here!
Want to share your news or more information about your business with ~4500 business owners, community members, and public servants?
Contact us at (281) 440-4160
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IN THIS ISSUE
Welcome New Members!
NEW Chamber Membership Paths
6 DAYS til Board of Directors Induction
22 DAYS til the Diamonds & Ice Gala
Chamber Member News & Events
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Brenda Velazquez
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My name is Brenda Velazquez, and I am Co-Founder and Co-CEO of this family owned and operated electrical sign company. Our business was started years ago by our mother, Elvia Medina, a neon glass fabricator in the 80s for one of the oldest sign companies in Houston. During the 90s, neon glass blowers became rare in Houston helping one of our owners, Luis Velazquez, stand out. In 2001, Luiz with his experience and I with my passion for business economics and visual communications, teamed up. Our company has the capability to design, fabricate, permit, install, and provide service for any type of electrical signs- including LED boards. We also provide retrofit service, rigging, and lighting service on light poles and warehouse lighting. Some of the types of signs we love to work with are: Monument Signs, Pylon / Multi Tenant Signs, Architecture Signs, Channel Letters, Routed Iron, and just about anything the eye can see. Each client’s budget is different and we work especially hard to assist small business / start ups because we know the impact that business brings to our community and signs bring to business. Contact us today!
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CHAMBER MEMBER NEWS & EVENTS
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NEWS:
Local nonprofit seeks to raise funds to maintain historical marker through Souvenir Book ad sales.
Many thanks to all of our sponsors and exhibitors at last month's showcase and to NAM for hosting. We heard from some delightful young carolers and enjoyed a delicious buffet from Lasagna House. Til December 2019!
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EVENTS:
Jan. 10
Jan. 10
Jan. 24
Jan. 24-25
Jan. 26
Tickets are $150. After Party only entry may be purchased for $50. Learn more & register today!
Jan. 31
Jan. 31-Feb.1
Feb. 8
If you volunteer with or serve as a committee leader for the Chamber this is a fantastic event!
Feb. 14
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Harvey Funds Still Available For Businesses and Families
The Houston Northwest Chamber Of Commerce and NAM invite you to apply for Disaster Assistance Grants. Download the document below. There are still funds!
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RIBBON CUTTINGS
& GRAND OPENINGS!
We love celebrating our members and their amazing accomplishments from ground breakings and new businesses to new ownership and everything in between:
12.4 | Champions Sunrise Rotary Club
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NEW MEMBER BUSINESS BUILDER BREAKFAST
Each month we hold a breakfast to welcome our new members and provide details on Chamber membership benefits and how to utilize them, from your online profile and directory listing to sponsorship opportunities and ribbon cuttings! We'd like to thank our December Breakfast Host:
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES
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SPECIAL SPONSOR OPPORTUNITY!
The monthly
Apartment Managers Luncheons
(a Special Interest Group of the Chamber) is in need of a SPONSOR for next Wednesday's Jan. 9th event.
Please contact
Barbara Thomason
if you are interested in sponsoring and connecting with the apartment management community!
(281) 440-4160
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We are looking forward to our next breakfast in January at Molen & Associates!
RSVP here!
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DISCOVER NW HOUSTON APP
The only app for BOTH visitors and community members.
DOWNLOAD IT TODAY!
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To learn more, contact Bar-Z Mobile's:
Peter Coulter
(281) 782-5262
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