November 3, 2020
NEWS & UPDATES
Last Day to V-O-T-E!
Today's the day! Election day, that is. Make sure your voice is heard and visit your nearest polling location before voting ends at 7 PM this evening. View poll locations and additional details HERE.
Increase Your Visibility and Support the Plano Chamber!
Expand your business reach and show your support for the community by sponsoring a Plano Chamber program or event. We have opportunities to reach every audience and fit every budget. Sponsorships start below $100. Lock in your 2021 plans or take advantage of immediate opportunities. Learn more HERE.
Plano Pulse: Heart Health with Emily Gerstner and Joanna May (American Heart Association)*
We sat down to learn more about heart health in this episode of Plano Pulse with our guests, Emily Gerstner and Joanna May from American Heart Association (AHA). Tune in to learn about health equity for women, the differences in symptoms of a heart event for men and women, and simple heart healthy behaviors that you can implement starting today. Learn more about Project Baseline at www.projectbaseline.com.

Now there's THREE ways to listen! CLICK HERE to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, CLICK HERE to listen on SoundCloud, or CLICK HERE to listen on Spotify.

*In case you missed it! Enjoy this Plano Pulse episode recorded in February 2020.
Business Center Now Open Mondays Through Thursdays By Appointment Only
The health and safety of our members, staff and visitors is the most important thing to the Plano Chamber of Commerce. Our office will remain closed until further notice, but appointments with staff members may be scheduled in advance by phone or email.

The Prosperity Bank Business Center is now open by appointment only. Business Center hours are currently set for Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM for individuals and groups with less than 9 attendees.

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 or details about safety protocols, please reach out to the Chamber staff.
CHAMBER EVENTS & PROGRAMS
Virtual Business Interchange

Friday Mornings | 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Zoom | FREE to attend

We may be social distancing, but we won't stop networking... virtually! Local professionals and small business owners are invited to join us for our weekly Business Interchange meetings, hosted on Zoom each Friday morning!
Young Professionals of Plano
Live Before 5

Tuesday, November 10 | 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Zoom | Members - Free | Prospective Members - $10 Registration is required.

Mix and mingle with the Young Professionals of Plano for our first virtual Live Before 5. Engage with local young professionals and hear from Communities Foundation of Texas on how to help nonprofits with their holiday needs.
Women’s Division Nothing But Networking

Wednesday, November 11 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Zoom | Members - $10 | Prospective Members - $15
Registration is required.

This virtual version of our quarterly Nothing But Networking will give you the opportunity to meet with business professionals and grow your reach in the community one connection at a time.
Women’s Division Morning Workshop

Tuesday, November 17 | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Zoom | Members - $10 | Prospective Members - $15
Registration is required.

In this interactive session, Jennifer Carter will explore how to avoid getting stuck in the “try trap” by identifying, articulating and focusing on how your work generates value for your business – and yourself!
Maximize Your Membership

Wednesday, November 18 | 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Zoom | Free to attend. Registration is required.

Are you ready to get THE MOST out of your Chamber membership? Are you  interested in finding out more about what happens at the Plano Chamber? Register today for this interactive and FREE program that will bring together new members and prospective members. Meet your Chamber staff and dive deeper into the benefits of membership.  
Plano First Executive Breakfast
Developing North Texas

Thursday, November 19 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Zoom | Registration is required.

Join us for an economic development panel discussion featuring local business leaders on Thursday, November 19. 
Virtual Power Networking

Thursday, November 19 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Zoom | Members: FREE | Prospective Members: $10 Registration is required.

Expand your network and build new business relationships at our Virtual Power Networking. This will be a twist on networking, with structured breakout rooms on Zoom will virtually put you face-to-face with dozens of local business professionals. Make connections and make them count!
COVID-19 RESOURCES
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 Chamber recently launched Plano Business Hub, a Facebook group that brings 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, innovative services, online shopping opportunities, and offers from local restaurants. CLICK HERE to join and invite your friends to help us spread the word!
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