A Note From Our New Board Chair

This start-of-the-year brings more than the usual new opportunities for us, and I am so excited to be working with you all to bring them to fruition. The next eleven months promise to be filled with new opportunities, innovative initiatives, and, most importantly, continued collaboration among our diverse and dynamic membership. As we navigate an ever-changing business landscape, our collective strength lies in the relationships we build and the support we offer one another. Together, we will continue to grow, thrive, and make impactful connections.

This year, our theme is Making Impactful Connections (see graphic), and every activity and event will do just that. We remain committed to our vision to be a recognized world-class operation that drives prosperity for our members and community.  Our mission to develop and provide leadership through opportunities that enhance, educate, connect, inform, and advocate will stay top of mind with everything we do.  

Beginning in February, we will have a new CEO on board, and we'll start construction on an exciting renovation of our building. In addition, we just launched a brand new Small Business Community dedicated to supporting the growth and success of local small businesses.  

We encourage you to engage with your fellow members, attend our events, and take full advantage of the resources available through the Chamber. Our success is directly tied to the active participation of each member. Your involvement helps ensure we can continue to advocate for policies that benefit local businesses and the broader community.

On behalf of the board, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your support and commitment to the chamber. Together, we are poised to accomplish great things, and I look forward to all that we will achieve in the year ahead.

Sincerely,

Monica Scott, Logotology

Richardson Chamber Board Chair for 2025

A Note From Our Outgoing President

As we wrap up January, I will be closing the door on my time as president of the chamber. It has been such an incredible honor to serve in this capacity for the last three years, and I am so proud of the tremendous changes we’ve seen through together. 

These changes were made possible by you, the members, who were supportive and enthusiastic at every turn. From new committees, to a new brand, to new events and now to a new building, you willingly navigated the road and helped out along the way. I will be forever grateful for the friendships that have grown - and the new ones that have been made. The amount of grace that has been given won’t be forgotten. 

While the work stays behind, the people don’t. This isn’t goodbye. I’ll continue to serve as Executive Director of Leadership Richardson, which as many of you know was my first passion at the chamber.  

So, thank you from the bottom of my heart, and I hope our paths continue to cross.

Sincerely,

Kim Quirk

Richardson Chamber President & CEO

Leadership Richardson Executive Director

Staff - along with past board chairs Jan Arrant and Randy Ford - were happy to return to 411 Belle Grove for Demo Day! Stay tuned for construction updates as the chamber building undergoes a full renovation.

Richardson Delegation To Meet With Lawmakers In Austin

Join the Public Policy committee for the 2025 RCC Austin Legislative Fly-In. This important two-day event provides an opportunity to visit the state capitol and better understand the legislative process. Delegates engage directly with local legislators and key state officials, participate in policy briefings, attend committee hearings, and network.

Whether you are heavily involved in politics or just learning how to get involved, don’t miss this valuable chance to advocate for your business and community!

February 18-19, 2025

Individual Registration: $250 members | $350 non-members

Contact Johnette Alter to register. Limited availability.

Registration includes briefings, legislative visits, dinner/reception, breakfast and lunch. Attendees responsible for transportation and hotel. 

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, February 5: Business Network

Wednesday, February 5: RYP/Dialogue Institute of Dallas Unity Blend Series - Kitchen Dialogues

Thursday, February 6: Member Connections at Texas Counter Fitters

Save the Date

Wednesday, March 26: Annual Meeting

Recent Events

Ted Hill, Bear Benefits and Small Business Community committee tri-chair, speaks to guests at the group's kickoff event and happy hour on January 23 at Manny's Uptown Tex-Mex. For more information about the SBC's mission and how your business can get involved, visit our website.

New Members

Adam Forbes

African Leadership and Reconciliation Ministries Incorporated

All Moms

Altered States Wellness Richardson

The Angela Green Team, Keller Williams Central

Dallas Art Therapy

Deep Cuts Dallas

Express Employment Professionals

Griffith Media

Jacob Preble

Karen Foust

KRM Trade Corp.

Marta Gomez Frey

Navy Federal Credit Union

Ovation at Galatyn Park

XL Pro Consulting Group*

Renewing Members

50+ Years

Education Service Center Region 10

30+ Years

DART

Kimley-Horn and Associates

20+ Years

Inroads Property Management

JAH Realty LP

Lifesavers Foundation

Reliable Chevrolet*

10+ Years

Alliance Architects

Christ Community

Eisemann Investments

Evolution Academy Charter School

Leader Mutual Freight System

Leake CPA, PC

Methodist Richardson Medical Center*

Oncor*

Plano Super Bowl

5+ Years

BAL

Children’s Health

CityLine Property Management

Collin College

Dallas Nephrology Associates

Durkin Enterprises*

Durkin Properties

Five Star Ford

Herbert Law Group

Phase Dynamics

United Way of Metropolitan Dallas

1+ Years

Ability Connection

BFG Tax Help

Chamberlain Ballet

Cisco Systems*

Golf Ranch Richardson

Handy Dan Contracting

Hard Law PLLC

Kayvan Moghaddassi

Legacy Print Group

My Biz Bookkeeper

Noble Fine Jewelry*

Soccer Spectrum

Texas Entertainment Group

* Indicates President's Club Member

Spotlight on Oncor

When Oncor laid its first power lines at the beginning of the 20th century, who could have imagined the speed of change that would fuel the ongoing need for electricity? With more than 143,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines serving more than 400 communities and 98 counties, we do more than simply keep the lights on. Throughout the decades, the same determination that fired up the first incandescent bulbs across Texas hasn't faltered. At Oncor, the sparks of innovation are alive and well.

Each year, we invest billions in state-of-the-art infrastructure and advanced technologies to create a safer, smarter, more reliable power grid. Through our investment, we leverage the power of predictive analytics to monitor dangerous storms, identify problem areas before they happen, and restore service more quickly. We champion an electric superhighway that delivers wind and solar power. And most importantly, we partner with the people of Texas — working with communities, businesses, government representatives and non-profit organizations to nurture the quality of life and economic well-being that makes Texas an incredible place to live.

Spotlight on Patterson & Associates Insurance

Patterson and Associates has more than 40 years of history in Richardson with 45 employees and 250 years of combined insurance experience. The success of our agency has allowed us to grow to a regional presence, representing most insurance companies for all lines including Property & Casualty, Surety, Group Employer Benefits and Life Insurance. Our Risk Advisors are committed to professional development, enabling us to offer the best service possible. We understand the insurance challenges faced today and are committed to utilizing all our resources to help our clients protect what is most important.

Welcome To Our City!

• Al Ansar Society, 1059 S. Sherman St. #110
• Ashby Chiropractic Clinic, 1475 Richardson Drive #204
• Aveyro, 800 E. Campbell Road #260
• Azelis Americas, 740 E. Campbell Road #400
• Belle Femme Bridal, 1144 N. Plano Road #136
• CMS Strategic Partners, 1485 Richardson Drive #180
• High Tower Café, 2221 Lakeside Blvd. #180
• KR Dermatology, 702 W. Arapaho Road #104
• Legacy Army Financial Group, 1050 W. Campbell Road #100
• Metro Weather, 903 N. Bowser Road #300
• Mountain Of Fire & Miracle, 306 N. Greenville Ave.
• Promiseland TX PNC Agency, 420 N. Coit Road #2017
• Solid Foundations Concrete, 1761 International Parkway #105
• Temperature Pro Allen HVAC Equipment Storage / Operations, 605 S. Sherman St. #505f
• Texas Food Pack, 801 E. Campbell Road #152
• The Crown & Blade Salon, 4251 E Renner Road #110
• The Glimpse Group, 614 Business Parkway
• USL Dallas, 1011 Galatyn Parkway #120

(List of new businesses provided by the City of Richardson)

Headlines

Mayor Delivers State Of The City Address

TxDOT Updates Council On 75 HOV Lane Project

Silver Line Testing Moves West

Lunar New Year Festival Set February 8 In The CORE District

Micron Technology Picks Richardson IQ For $30 Million Research Hub

Advocare

Atmos Energy

BAL

Bell Nunnally

BRYJO Roofing & Remodeling

City of Richardson

Clay Cooley Volkswagen of Richardson

Dallas College, Richland Campus

Dallas Mavericks

DallasMMS

Digital Realty

Fujitsu Network Communications

Halff

Hill & Wilkinson General Contractors

KDC

Lennox International

Methodist Richardson Medical Center

National Write Your Congressman

Noble Fine Jewelry

Oncor

Patterson & Associates Insurance

Pavillion Bank

Prosperity Bank

Reliable Chevrolet

Ryan

UnitedHealthcare

University of Texas at Dallas

West Coast University

Submissions policy: If you feel you have a worthy submission for the Chamber newsletter (including member news), please email Kim Quirk at kim@richardsonchamber.com.