Mission
The South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce is committed to advancing the economic growth, welfare, and success of the businesses in and around the South Belt-Ellington area.
Vision
To ensure South Belt-Ellington is a great place to live, work, and do business
Core Values
Collaboration, Empathy, Advocacy, Diversity and Passion
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Over the past few months, we’ve been bustling with activity.
We hosted two engaging chamber chats, participated in several ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and now have our dedicated team for 2024 in place. We also welcomed a new director to our ranks. We’ve been actively championing our community with our elected officials. Last year’s achievements were celebrated in style at the Let’s Tickle the Ivories gala, and we represented our members at various community-wide events.
Join us as we recap these exciting happenings and stay informed about what’s unfolding at your chamber!
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South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors Installed
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The Honorable JoAnn Delgado, Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 1, conducted the 2024 South Belt-Ellington Board of Directors installation ceremony on Friday, March 8th, before the Let's Tickle the Ivories gala.
Pictured left to right, front row: Judge Delgado, Alyta Harrell, Kristi Koncaba (Chair-Elect), Denise Burleigh (Secretary), and Rebecca Lilley (Secretary).
Back row: J. Aaron Knight, Noble J. Alix, Jr. (Chair), Chris Clark, Emory Gadd, Ezreal Garcia (Past Chair), and Tristan Williams (Treasurer).
Not present: Kenny Fernandez, Roseann Kerr, and Reyna Lara.
Marie Flickinger was coordinating the mayor's arrival and was unavailable for the photo.
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South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce
Welcomes Newest Board Member
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John Herman is an Operations Manager at AMOCO Federal Credit Union, where he brings his expertise to enhance financial services for the community. But his impact extends beyond the office walls. Let’s get to know him better:
John is passionate about giving back. He actively supports the Galveston County Food Bank, ensuring needy families receive essential nourishment.
As a Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce leadership planning committee member in 2023, John contributed valuable insights to drive community growth.
John’s hobbies include golfing, cooking, and reading. He’s also technically proficient in Excel, IT, and financial literacy.
By joining the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, John is eager to collaborate with professionals across various sectors. His goal? To further advance the success of local businesses in the community, John has worked in the nearby South Belt-Ellington area for 5 years. His educational journey began at San Jacinto College and continued at the University of Houston-Clear Lake.
John hopes to diversify his professional network and gain fresh insights and knowledge. He also aims to extend his community outreach and contribute his financial expertise to benefit the area.
John excels in project planning, problem-solving, and communicating financial literacy.
Welcome John Herman to the South Belt Ellington Chamber of Commerce family!
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Welcome to our Newest Members! |
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We are thrilled to announce that Kolache Factory and Sandra's Carolina Kitchen are our newest chamber members.
Kolache Factory is located at 1439 E. Broadway in Pearland.
Sandra's Carolina Kitchen is a food truck service specializing in soul food but offers various menu options. The location changes based on daily service.
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February
AMOCO Federal Credit Union
Cornerstone Learning Academy & Childcare LLC
Meador Staffing Services
Norton Rose Fulbright US, LLP
Sagemont Church
State Farm Insurance - Ann Brannen
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March
Garner Vision Center
HEB Blackhawk
One Stop Tents and Events
Palace Inn
Sagemeadow Utility District
South Belt Leader
Winning Way Services
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April
Terry Bryant PLLC
Community Health Network
ExxonMobil Pipeline Company
Gulf States Plumbing & Mechanical, Inc.
Houston Federal Credit Union
Memorial Credit Union
The Sold Team, Sandra & Laura Yandell, LLC
South Belt Graphics & Printing
TexPC Solutions, LLC
Texas Pride Disposal
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Community Health Network Celebrates Grand Opening
of Its 14th Location in Pasadena
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On January 25th, the South Belt—Ellington Chamber of Commerce and Pasadena Chamber of Commerce jointly hosted a ribbon-cutting event for Community Health Network's latest location, 6243 Fairmont Parkway.
Many familiar and new faces attended the event, which celebrated the company's focus on providing quality care that uplifts, supports, and shapes healthy communities.
The company is committed to addressing financial and social barriers and has fourteen locations in Brazoria, Galveston, and Harris Counties. These locations are equally dedicated to supporting the communities in which they reside.
Congratulations, Community Health Network, a Gold Level Investor, on your 14th location!
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Kolache Factory is Welcomed to the
South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce
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On Thursday, February 9th, representatives from the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce welcomed Kolache Factory, a new member at 1439 E. Broadway in Pearland.
In addition to the traditional ribbon cutting, we also spent time with proprietor Tony Palomin, who shared very interesting facts about the business.
Here's what we learned:
The recipe for the dough is proprietary and because of that, makes its taste unique.
The kolaches are prepared fresh each day. The shop opens at 5:30 a.m., and the preparation begins.
What kolaches are offered depends on the day of the week trends.
The busiest times are between 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., however, the store is open until 2:00 p.m.
There is always a special flavor for the month.
Tony's location offers drive-through service and is strategically close to a Starbucks.
Tony values the community and routinely supports nonprofits in the area.
Stop by and visit Tony and his staff, and enjoy a great product sprinkled with ample hospitality!
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MOTU Stop Hosted Five-Chamber Ribbon Cutting |
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MOTU Stop, the newest Gold Level Investor of the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce, hosted a five-chamber ribbon-cutting event on Friday, February 16, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
What an inspiring display of hard work and perseverance!
The grand opening was a huge success. Attendees were treated to various sweet and savory delights, exciting giveaways, and background music that perfectly matched the lively atmosphere. The event drew a large crowd, with cars lining up as far as the eye could see for the chance to purchase unleaded gasoline at just $1.00 per gallon.
The chamber and four others participated in a ceremonial ribbon-cutting to mark the opening of the latest convenience store in a line of services that includes sports bars, restaurants, and car washes.
The family behind Motu Stop named their establishment in honor of their late pet, Motu, known for his playful energy and unwavering devotion. Their respect for the community and commitment to quality were displayed throughout the event.
Welcome to the South Belt-Ellington area!
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Sageglen Community Association
Joins the Chamber Family
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Join us in welcoming the Sageglen Community Association to our chamber.
We enjoyed a delightful facility tour and refreshments and celebrated their membership with a ribbon cutting.
Thank you for becoming a part of our chamber family!
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Sunbeam Diagnostics & Wellness -
Welcome to the South Belt-Ellington Chamber!
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We are super excited to welcome Sunbeam Diagnostics & Wellness to our chamber, and we celebrated with a ribbon cutting at their facility on Tuesday afternoon, February 20th.
What a warm welcome we received! We toured the facility, conversed with the staff and the property managers, and ate delicious (and healthy) snacks!
They offer a wide range of services, including medical weight loss medication, men's and women's health specializing in gender-specific challenges, hormone replacement therapy, individualized diet and exercise plans, and same-day prescription refills. Telemedicine visits are available, with no insurance required, serving the entire Texas area.
Visit them at 13630 Beamer Road in Houston.
Join us in welcoming them to our chamber family!
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D.K. Smith Photography Schedules Official Chamber Ribbon Cutting |
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Don has been a member for a while, but he is so busy that we have not had a chance to schedule a ribbon cutting until late February.
Thank you, Don, for supporting our chamber!
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South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce and
Let's Tickle the Ivories Grand Sponsor, Motu Stop,
Guested on the Kelly Williams Show
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Executive Director Lisa Holbrook and Motu Stop owner Atul Jain had the incredible opportunity to be guests on the Thursday, February 22nd edition of The Kelly Williams TV Show!
They were able to share about our soon-to-be 40th anniversary as a chamber, the upcoming gala, Let's Tickle the Ivories, on Friday, March 8th, and highlight aspects of the chamber that make them unique.
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Government Affairs
Monthly Committee Meetings and A Trip to Austin
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The Southbelt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce continues to offer monthly Government Affairs Committee meetings on the first Thursday.
Local, state, and federal elected officials or their representatives, community advocates, the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce, and the Clear Brook City MUD board and staff attend the meetings.
We are thrilled with the engagement of our legislative bodies and remain committed to enhancing our community.
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Topics discussed included Economic Development, the Coastal Spine, Insurance, Mental Health, Public Education, Transportation, and Travel and Tourism.
Additionally, the two teams meet with House Appropriations and Senate Finance Committee members to discuss funding for each area.
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Congressman Brian Babin's District Offered Mobile Office Hours |
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Will Carter, Congressman Brian Babin's chief of staff, was at the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, March 27th, for three hours to promote the mobile office hours program.
Shown, left to right, are (front row) Sonja Kelley (constituent affairs manager of Lumberton), Brittany Dennis (constituent affairs manager of Deer Park), Carter (back row), and Lisa Holbrook (chamber director).
Photo by Marie Flickinger.
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February Chamber Chat Features Memorial Hermann's
Dr. Nadish Garg
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As February, the month emphasizing heart health came to a close, Dr. Nadish Garg, a Cardiovascular Disease Specialist at Memorial Hermann, offered a Q&A session on different aspects of heart health.
He discussed the ideal components of a balanced diet, the importance of daily physical exercise, an awareness of concerning symptoms and trends of the disease, including its prevention based on cultures, geographic regions, and genetics.
The key takeaway from the session was that decisions made early in life can significantly impact one's future heart health.
To give our hearts a head start, we should avoid saturated fats and processed foods and establish a daily exercise regimen that we enjoy.
We thank b1bank for sponsoring this morning's event and D.K. Smith Photography for their photography services.
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March Chamber Chat Speaker Steve Sipes Shares Winning Retirement Strategies |
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On Wednesday, March 20th, Steve Sipes, State Farm Insurance Agent, presented an intriguing topic at the South Belt—Ellington Chamber of Commerce's Chamber Chat: Securing Your Retirement.
What did attendees learn? Social Security isn’t just a safety net; it’s a winning strategy! Steve discussed transforming those social security benefits into a golden nest egg.
Audience members were impressed and felt like they had cracked the retirement code!
Thank you, Steve, for speaking and sponsoring the event!
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South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce Benefit
M&D Ace Hardware Offers 10% Member Discount
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To show their appreciation, M&D Ace Hardware offers a 10% discount to all South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce members at this location - 11676 Beamer Road.
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South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce and
South Belt-Ellington Community Foundation
Hosts Scholarship Awards & Reception
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The South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce
and the South Belt-Ellington Community Foundation
invite you to the
Scholarship Awards & Reception
Thursday, May 16, 2024
6:30 p.m.
San Jacinto College South Campus
Marie Flickinger Fine Arts Center
13735 Beamer Road
Houston
77089
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Sponsors
Reception
San Jacinto College
Table
b1Bank
Community Health Network
Frost Bank
Island Breeze Car Wash and Auto Services
Pasadena Independent School District
State Representative Dennis Paul
Photo Booth
Shell Federal Credit Union
Student
Burleigh Chiropractic
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South Belt Community Partnership Begins Formation |
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The South Belt Community Partnership organizational meetings, held at the Gardens in February and April, are in their infancy planning stages.
The Partnership has defined its mission and vision, elected officers, and appointed board members representing eight HOAs.
The organization aims to create a stronger foundation for addressing community concerns beyond individual neighborhoods' jurisdiction.
For the foreseeable future, meetings will be held monthly, usually Tuesdays, during the fourth week of each month.
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Lisa Holbrook, South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, represented the chamber at the Clear Creek Education Foundation's annual partnership luncheon on February 7, 2024.
Campuses in Clear Creek ISD served by our chamber are Weber Elementary, Westbrook Intermediate, Clear Brook High School, and Clear Horizons Early College High School.
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Participating in the Memorial Hermann Southeast campus's annual Chili Cook-Off Contest is a culinary pleasure. It was deliciousness from nine competitors who provided us with unique chili and many enhancements to influence our decision-making! Hosted on Go Texan Day on Friday, February 23rd, it was a festive affair with cleverly-themed booths and enthusiastic contestants.
The hospital is one of our chamber's founding members and Silver Level investors and has always been a great supporter!
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Precinct 2 residents now have a completed Phase 1 Trail Improvement Project at Juneteenth Park, which was celebrated by South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce members on February 29th.
Grab your sneakers and come out to enjoy the new trail!
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Close to 300 attendees came together to raise funds to allow CIS to fulfill its mission of empowering students and building a brighter future for our community.
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It was a delectable evening of deliciousness as Lisa Holbrook attended the Soroptimist of Alvin's annual Men Who Cook as an AMOCO Federal Credit Union guest.
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We appreciate AMOCO Federal Credit Union, and specifically Kevin Venable, for inviting our office to the AMOCO Partner Mixer during the Galveston County Fair & Rodeo Sneak Peek on Thursday, April 11th.
AMOCO is deeply committed to supporting chambers of commerce, as they are members of twelve!
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Lisa Holbrook attended the Bay Area Transporation Partnerships's 2nd Annual Infrastructure Summit on Friday, April 19th at the Johnnie Arolfo Civic Center in League City. The theme was partnerships and funding opportunities for municipalities.
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Lisa Holbrook attended the Pasadena ISD CTE's Annual Rise and Shine Partnership Breakfast on Thursday, April 24th.
What a series of accomplishments and accolades this program provides.
Not every student sees a four-year collegiate institution as the next step in their professional journey. Public schools offer options to all students, recognizing the goal is to help them achieve these milestones so they can join the workforce and contribute to their community's economic vitality.
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The chamber appreciates the opportunity to attend and celebrate with fellow chamber colleague Paula Moorhaj and her staff.
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