Hi IHCC Familia and Supporters,
Please note there are two webinars taking place tomorrow, Wednesday, October 13th with SBA and Dallas College Construction Trade Partners. We are also hands down planning for this year's Gala. Irving Goes Hollywood!! As you may know, our signature events aren't possible without the help of our incredible ambassadors and volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering, we have information below to participate.
Also don't forget to register for the upcoming events! We have a lot planned for our business community. We look forward to seeing you in-person or on zoom!
As always, stay safe and protect yourself and those around you.
Warm regards,
IHCC Team
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Be part of our annual Noche de Gala where Irving Goes Hollywood! Dust off your favorite glam attire and join us for a night to remember to celebrate our Irving superstars. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Gloria Rodriguez at 469-212-8345 or email her at gloria.rodriguez@irvinghcc.com
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Join us Tuesday, October 19th from 11:30 AM- 1 PM at the Study USA at 801 W. Irving Blvd., for a great Power Hour conversation on business, tax, and financial planning for small businesses.
Come learn about unlocking the value of your business. Adam will discuss the important components of business, tax and financial success, and share opportunities available both for you and your business.
Must register for the event as food will be provided.
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Save the date: Join us Tuesday, October 26th in-person from 5-8 PM CT at Toyota of Irving at 1999 W Airport Fwy, Irving, TX 75062 for our annual MEGA mixer with the Greater Irving Irving Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce. Many restaurants will provide samples from their great menus including The Reservoir Bar & Kitchen, Green Gator, Nothing Bundt Cakes and more. Nosh & Bottle will also serve some excellent wine. Come network with Chamber members, local city officials and community leaders as we celebrate the amazing diversity of Irving.
Must register for the event as food will be provided.
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We also understand that the pandemic has shifted how we interact on a daily basis. We'd love to get your feedback on topics for webinars and training. Feel free to submit topics of interest to IHCC@irvinghcc.com
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Ribbon Cutting for Savorista took place on Thursday, October 7th. The IHCC had the pleasure of welcoming and congratulating Savorista Kitchen & Catering on their grand opening! We’re excited for Chef Lydia's additional location in Irving. Check out Savorista Kitchen & Catering Irving location menu! Text order to 214-241-4400.
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Chef Lydia is ready to cut the ribbon and officially open her doors to the Irving community! |
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Visit Savorista Kitchen & Catering for breakfast (8:30 am- 10:30 am) and Lunch (11am-2:30 PM). |
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We had our first in-person Cafe Con Nosotros this morning at 8:30 AM at Glory House Catering and Bistro. It was a success!
The presentation by Robyn Lacasse, Special Events Manager, and Emma Dugas, Program Specialist & Law Enforcement Liaison, at Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) shared ways to increaseTexas community education, victim support services, and youth programs in Irving.
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IHCC staff, ambassadors, Board of Directors and MADD speakers. |
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Cafe con Nosotros first in-person group picture since the onset of the pandemic. |
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Local, State and National News |
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U.S. Small Business Administration COVID-19 Relief Options: Learn more here
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Find Dallas County’s COVID-19 updates Click here
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Stay up-to-date with public health guidelines from CDC
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Local Resources and Events |
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The SBA and Public Private Strategies Institute have teamed up for a series of webinars that will help your business get back on track. Join the next session on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. ET: Resources and Relief for Your Small Business - Supporting Women Business Owners and Women’s Programs.
During this webinar, you will:
- Learn more about COVID EIDL and how you can take advantage before December 31, 2021
- Discover tools and resources you can use to start and grow your business
- Have your questions answered by SBA leadership and small business experts
- Learn how you can become a vaccine leader in your community
- Get an update regarding programs and recent policy announcements made by the Biden-Harris Administration
Note: These sessions will take place every two weeks and will run through December 2021.
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Dallas College Construction Trade Partners Supplier Event: Please join the Core/ACARI Team to learn about the upcoming Dallas College Eastfield Campus Project on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Student Success Center & Academic Building, Dallas College Eastfield Campus, 3737 Motley Dr., Mesquite, TX 75150.
• Team Introductions!
• Detailed project scope & available bid packages!
• Pre-qualification process and contracting requirements!
• Lunch will be provided!
For Questions please contact: Courtney Wisdom
courtneywisdom@coreconstruction.com
940-268-7046
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Join the SBA for an online event to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on October 14, 2021. The event will feature a fireside chat with SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman and SBA Associate Administrators Bibi Hidalgo and Mark Madrid for a candid discussion about the SBA’s efforts to foster Hispanic entrepreneurship. The online event also includes a panel discussion about how Hispanic business owners have successfully pivoted throughout the pandemic to adapt to a rapidly shifting environment. Hear about their truths, how they overcome challenges, and how they face this adversity with “grit and ganas (a drive to succeed)”.
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Bring the family to Irving Mall’s annual Boo & Brew event on Saturday, October 16th from 4pm -7pm to Irving Mall and enjoy treats for children and adults! An evening filled with beer sampling for the adults, live DJ, pumpkin painting, delicious treats, and so much more!
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Residents are invited to honor and remember domestic violence survivors and victims during the city’s annual Illuminate Irving — a night of remembrance and hope on Oct. 19 at Millennium Park, 201 Sowers Road.
Starting at 6:30 p.m., guests can personalize a lantern that will be included in a lantern release later in the evening. The event will also include a ceremony provided by the Irving Police Department (IPD) and the Family Advocacy Center (FAC), as well as community resources from local organizations.
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The LATINA Style Business Series (LSBS) is the most prestigious and successful national business development conference for Latina entrepreneurs in our country. The award winning conference focuses on an array of issues affecting the Latina entrepreneur and the Latina professional workingwoman. This year they are addressing the incredible strain placed on our businesses by the COVID-19 pandemic. Over 40,000 Latina entrepreneurs and professionals have attended and benefited from participating in this exciting and informative business program. The Southwest Region LSBS will be the 152 conference produced by LATINA Style since it was launched in Los Angeles 23 years ago in 1998.
There are two components to our LSBS series. The conference takes place virtually on October 21st from 9am – 1:15pm/PST (11am – 3pm CST) and our Virtual Happy Hour on October 20th 4pm-5pm/PST (5p-7p CST). Because they've gone virtual, they are doing various regions for the conferences. The upcoming Southwest Region will include Arizona, California, New Mexico, Colorado and Texas.
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Hispanic and women-owned small businesses are underrepresented among firms with substantial external financing, limiting opportunities to scale their business. In this virtual session on November 9th from noon to 1 PM, learn about the current entrepreneurial landscape and the access to capital for historically underserved entrepreneurs, and what the future looks like ahead for women and Hispanic business owners as we look forward to 2022.
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Grow your skillset and make connections with other business owners and community organizations.
LiftFund’s events offer you a chance to learn new skills, navigate the complexities of business ownership, and meet other members of LiftFund’s community. We do our best to accommodate your schedule with a mix of in-person and online events. Visit the resources to learn more
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Small Business Help From SCORE
SCORE has the largest network of free volunteer small business mentors in the nation. No matter what stage your business is at SCORE has a mentor for you. Easily request a mentor to help you start, grow, or transition your business today! Click here to learn more
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We have a new, easy way to learn English.
Contact us to get started!
Irving ISD Adult Education
(972) 600-6130
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The Chamber provides opportunities to engage you with the Dallas County/City of Irving business community, including exclusive bidding, referral, and advertising opportunities.
Click here to get connected with our current Chamber partners with their associated Bid/Procurement Opportunity Website Links.
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We're here to help.
You can count on us to do everything to help you find your next great position.
Check out who's hiring below.
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DFW Airport is currently seeking an executive at a high-level management role for the EVP, Administration, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
Under nominal direction, this executive manages and directs through department vice presidents the following functions of the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Board: Human Resources, Procurement, Business Diversity & Development, Communications & Marketing and Risk Management.
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We are currently seeking a full-time, self-motivated, experienced and confident Outside Sales Representative to generate new sales.
Primary duties will include prospecting through networking, lead generation, cold calling, and marketing efforts to local businesses.
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City of Irving
The city is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. Browse through the following to learn about available opportunities.
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The Dallas County Juvenile Department strives to put “youth first” in each decision that it makes. We believe that:
- All youth should be treated with dignity and respect.
- Staff must maintain healthy boundaries with engaged supervision.
- Youth must feel safe in their environment.
- Order and consistency must be firmly established throughout the program.
- Therapy and programs must be in place to provide the youth and family insight to behaviors in order to adopt change.
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Join us at our Table! This is more than a job.
At Roots, we create opportunity. You will join a dynamic team to help deliver a great experience for our guests. Positions available for waitstaff, bartender, cooks, host, and more.
- HEALTH BENEFITS AVAILABLE
- CLOSED MONDAYS
- FLEXIBLE HOURS
- WORK DIRECTLY WITH A TOP CHEF
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