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July 17, 2018
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Contact Us: 972.424.7547 | planochamber.org | [email protected] | Like Us  |
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Don't Miss It
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In the Know
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Get Involved! Volunteer on a
City Board or Commission
Your City needs you to serve our community on City of Plano Boards and Commissions. The annual application process is underway. Find the application online HERE.
Explore the
Boards and Commissions Overview to find the service opportunity that fits you best, then attend the information session on Thursday, August 23, 6-7:30 p.m. at Haggard Library. Representatives will answer your questions about each board. Hurry, applications are due by Friday, August 24.
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Smart Business Tips
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The 5 Most Important Negotiation Skills You Must Master
Think of all the times in your business week you negotiate: with new hires and existing employees; with sales prospects and long-term clients; with vendors and suppliers. If you're a business owner or leader, you need to know how to negotiate. This is non-negotiable.
Here are the five most important negotiation skills you should focus on first.
Each of these skills has proved to be worth millions to my clients and to me over the past 25 years.
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Notes from the Chamber
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The Plano Chamber is accepting nominations for Best of Plano 2018! Submit
a brief online application
no later than Friday, July 20 for consideration. Awards recognize Community Partners, Small Business Persons, Corporate Citizens, Business Executives, and more!
CLICK HERE
to find the fillable forms.
Promote Your Company to New Residents & Business Professionals!
Plano is growing and there's no better way to reach the community's new employees and residents than by advertising in our 2019 Relocation & Community Guide! Advertising opportunities are now available for members to increase their visibility among newcomers and current residents and professionals. The online edition is available 24/7 with direct hyperlinks to advertiser websites and 10,000 printed copies are distributed to visitors, residents, businesses, and more! CLICK HERE for more information on how you can expand your reach!
August 15th Deadline for Board Nominations
Have you ever considered serving on the Plano Chamber Board? Now is your opportunity! We are seeking several new board members for terms starting in 2019. The deadline to submit nominations is August 15.
CLICK HERE to learn more and apply today!
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Benefits of Membership
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Who Doesn't Love to Save? Start Saving More For Your Business Now with Office Depot!
Is it time again to run out to the office supply store for another box of paper? Then consider participating in our Office Depot partnership program today! Plano Chamber members shopping at Office Depot can receive significant savings of up to 60% off a list of 400+ products for your business, including office supplies, break room supplies, green products, copy and print services, and more. CLICK HERE
to retrieve your store purchasing card now!
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Upcoming Events
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Weekly early-morning networking worth getting up for! Sponsored by FedEx Office.
Friday, July 20 | 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
Take the next steps to increase your community involvement at YPP's Nonprofit Board Fair. Learn what it takes to be an effective board member from Rebecca Egelston Caso and interact with local nonprofits who are ready to welcome young professionals to their boards of directors.
CLICK HERE to sign up today.
Tuesday, July 24 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Capital One Conference Center
Hear from certified LinkedIn expert Lucinda Ruch on LinkedIn best practices and how to sell yourself and your business using this simple online tool.
CLICK HERE
to register. Registration Deadline: Monday, July 23 at 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 25th | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
Weekly early-morning networking worth getting up for! Sponsored by FedEx Office.
Friday, July 27 | 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
Are you interested in public affairs and learning more about issues that affect your business? 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.
Wednesday, August 1 | 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
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Mark Your Calendar
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Add some flavor to your networking at Tacodeli's newest Plano location. Enjoy fresh, locally-sourced menu items while mixing and mingling with Plano professionals.
CLICK HERE to register today!
Thursday, August 2 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Tacodeli
Weekly early-morning networking worth getting up for! Sponsored by FedEx Office.
Friday, August 3 | 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
Are you looking for an opportunity for community involvement, to learn more about the Plano Chamber of Commerce, gain additional exposure for your business, and have a lot of fun? Become a Plano Chamber Ambassador! The first step is attending the Ambassador Focus Forum.
Friday, August 3 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
Pin this event to your calendar. Join fellow young professionals, ages 25-40, for YPP Live After 5 at Plano Super Bowl! Keep your network rolling with new and improved connections.
CLICK HERE to register and don't forget to bring business cards to spare!
Tuesday, August 7 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Plano Super Bowl
The quarterly Nothing But Networking luncheon includes fast and furious networking.
CLICK HERE to learn more about this powerful networking opportunity.
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 3 at 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 8 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Gleneagles Country Club
Weekly early-morning networking worth getting up for! Sponsored by FedEx Office.
Friday, August 10 | 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
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Ribbon Cutting
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Tuesday, July 17 | 10:00 a.m. | 2845 McDermott Rd.
| Plano, TX 75025
Thursday, July 19 | 10:00 a.m. |
8105 Rasor Blvd., Ste. 296
| Plano, TX 75024
Tuesday, July 24 | 10:00 a.m. |
601 W. Parker Rd., Ste. 113
| Plano, TX 75023
Thursday, July 26 | 10:00 a.m. | 2205 McDermott Rd. | Plano, TX 75023
Tuesday, July 31 | 4:00 p.m. | 515 W. Campbell Rd., Ste. 107
| Richardson, TX 75080
Thursday, August 2 | 10:00 a.m. |
8375 Dominion Pkwy. | Plano, TX 75024
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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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