July 6, 2021
NEWS & UPDATES
Plano Pulse: Meet Russel Dubree (Lifeblue)
We're back with another episode of the Plano Pulse podcast, featuring our guest Russel Dubree - Chief Operating Officer of digital agency Lifeblue. Our hosts, Kelle Marsalis (President & CEO) and Steve McSwain (2021 Chair of the Board), sat down with Russel to learn more about what it means to be a certified B Corporation, how Lifeblue creates inclusive and accessible websites, and how his team has created a culture that earned their business a spot on the coveted Best Places to Work list.

Now there are THREE ways to listen! CLICK HERE to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, CLICK HERE to listen on SoundCloud, or CLICK HERE to listen on Spotify.
Introducing Our Newest Blog Series - Summer Grind: Interning at the Chamber 
Want to see the Plano Chamber through the eyes of our summer interns? CLICK HERE to read a blog entry by Avni Vallab and Venessa Odera, detailing a day in the life of a Special Projects intern at the Plano Chamber. Want more? Stay tuned for future posts in our intern blog series!
Show Your Support For Our Incoming 2021 Plano ISD Teachers! 
Did you know that we have 600 new teachers joining Plano ISD this year? Help us welcome these newest teachers to our community by participating in the New Teacher Welcome Bag! Show your support while promoting your business by providing branded goodies to put in the bag or by displaying your logo on the outside of the bag. For more information, reach out to Ryan Minter.
Now Accepting Board Applications! 
Plano Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the Board of Directors. This amazing group of business and community leaders is composed of directors and advisory directors that serve to provide leadership and guidance for the organization. Board terms begin in January 2022. CLICK HERE for the application. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, August 9. 
You're Invited! Show Support at an Upcoming Ribbon Cutting
Join us in welcoming and celebrating local businesses by attending an upcoming ribbon cutting!

Interested in scheduling your own ribbon cutting? Please contact Kathy Marcum for more information.
 
Thursday, July 8 | 4:30 p.m. | 6101 Windhaven Pkwy., #145 | Plano, Texas 75093
 
Friday, July 9 | 12:00 p.m. | 7140 Bishop Rd., #F4 | Plano, Texas 75024

Thursday, July 15 | 4:30 p.m. | 3640 Mapleshade Ln. | Plano, Texas 75075
 
Tuesday, July 20 | 4:30 p.m. | 2415 W. Park Blvd. | Plano, Texas 75075
CHAMBER EVENTS & PROGRAMS
Friday Morning at the Chamber

Friday, July 9 | 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Plano Chamber of Commerce | Members: FREE | Prospective Members: $10

Weekly early morning networking event worth getting up for! Bring your 30 second commercial, plenty of business cards, and a smile to this event. Registration is required and opens the Monday before, so don’t forget to check our events calendar! 
Women's Division Luncheon
Back to Business

Wednesday, July 14 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Zoom Members: $30 | Prospective Members: $40 
Registration is required.

Catch up with Women’s Division, reconnect, and learn more about the great work of the Hendrick Scholarship Foundation from board member Shelley Strickland.
Friday Morning at the Chamber

Friday, July 16 | 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Plano Chamber of Commerce | Members: FREE | Prospective Members: $10

Weekly early morning networking event worth getting up for! Bring your 30 second commercial, plenty of business cards, and a smile to this event. Registration is required and opens the Monday before, so don’t forget to check our events calendar! 
Public Policy Committee

Wednesday, July 21 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Zoom
FREE to attend. Registration is required. 

Join our Public Policy Committee in their tireless work to identify the issues of highest priority to our business community and to act on their behalf. As the voice of the Plano business community, legislation that affects regional business is our top concern. Chamber advocacy programs and events provide unique opportunities to network with local, state, and national elected officials.
Friday Morning at the Chamber

Friday, July 23 | 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Plano Chamber of Commerce | Members: FREE | Prospective Members: $10

Weekly early morning networking event worth getting up for! Bring your 30 second commercial, plenty of business cards, and a smile to this event. Registration is required and opens the Monday before, so don’t forget to check our events calendar! 
COVID-19 RESOURCES & UPDATES
Prosperity Bank Business Center Hours
The health and safety of our members, staff and visitors is the most important thing to the Plano Chamber of Commerce. The Prosperity Bank Business Center is open by appointment only. Appointments with staff are also available by appointment and must be made in advance.

Business Center hours are currently Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. COVID protocols will remain in place until further notice, however we are pleased to announce that the Large Conference Room can accommodate up to 26 attendees plus two speakers with three-foot social distancing in a classroom setting.

Members may request an appointment by filling out the forms on our website. We ask that you do not arrive prior to your scheduled appointment to allow for sanitizing.

For additional questions, please reach out to the Chamber staff.
COVID-19 Business Resources
As our business community responds to the spread of COVID-19, the Plano Chamber of Commerce has pulled together a list of resources to provide support to organizational leaders and small business owners. CLICK HERE to read more.
Plano Business Hub
The Plano Business Hub is a public Facebook group designed to bring together the community in support of local businesses. In addition to sharing pertinent business resources, group members can plug in to the local business community and be the first to hear about special deals, community events, and offers from local restaurants, retailers, and other businesses. CLICK HERE to join and be sure to invite your friends!
PLANO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE www.planochamber.org