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PROGRAM OF WORK& MEMBERSHIP INVESTMENT
Community Awards Banquet Annually each JanuaryThis annual event honors deserving businesses and individuals who have provided leadership and support for the Chamber, as well as the City of Grapevine. Awards include: Don Ramey Community Spirit, Ted Willhoite Legacy Award, D. E. Box Citizen of the Year, Business Hall of Fame, Member of the Year and Women’s Division Woman of the Year.
Grapevine Casino NightThe Grapevine Chamber’s Past Chairmen’s Council hosts this annual fundraising event, a casual evening of casino style games, food and fun.
Grapevine Chamber Golf ClassicAnnually each OctoberIn a fun and relaxed atmosphere, this annual tournament offers networking opportunities with members or clients. With morning and afternoon tee times, the tournament offers a number of sponsorship opportunities for business marketing.
* Volunteer Opportunity
Grapevine Parade of Lights1st Thursday in December, 7 p.m.Historic Downtown GrapevineThe Chamber hosts the Annual Grapevine Parade of Lights with Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, supporting the City of Grapevine’s Christmas Capital of Texas® campaign.
Leadership GrapevineAugust - MayAn innovative leadership development program, by the Chamber and City of Grapevine, Leadership Grapevine offers citizens and community leaders the opportunity to learn about municipal government, economic development, cultural opportunities, transportation, health and safety, and much more.
For Leadership graduates, the Leadership Alumni program allows for the planning and directing of future Leadership Grapevine classes.
* Volunteer Opportunity
Main Street Fest & GrapeFestThe Chamber hosts a Concession Trailer and Beer Booth each year at these major City of Grapevine events, providing a means of networking and advertising for members, while raising funds for the Chamber’s initiatives.
* Volunteer Opportunity
Ambassadors 3rd Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. (Monthly Meeting)The Chamber’s Ambassadors are the welcoming arm of the Chamber, with members promoting their business by participating in ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings and volunteering at various events.
Legislative Councilwww.GrapevineLegislativeCouncil.orgThe Chamber will review any policy or legislation considered by local, state or national governments impacting our business community and find ways to secure a positive business environment.
Pediatric Care Alliance3rd Wednesday, 8 a.m. @ Chamber OfficeThe Pediatric Care Alliance is a consortium of Chamber member businesses that exists for those who offer pediatric services to develop their business network and joint promotional opportunities. The group is open to any Chamber member who offers services for children through age 18.
Senior Services Alliance 2nd Wednesday, 9 a.m. @ Chamber OfficeThe Senior Services Alliance is a consortium of Chamber member businesses that provide products / services for senior adults, offering them the ability to develop a network of service providers for their clients and joint promotional opportunities.
Women’s Division of the Grapevine Chamber of Commercewww.GrapevineChamber-WomensDiv.comThe Women’s Division of the Grapevine Chamber was formed in 1965 with the purpose of fostering the spirit of cultural and commercial progress among the women of Grapevine, to encourage goodwill and fellowship and to enable them to cooperate with the Chamber in the advancement of the civic, industrial, commercial and educational interest of the City of Grapevine.
Women’s Division Programs:• School Supplies - Collection and distribution of school
supplies to GICSD families in need• Christmas Spirit - Program benefitting senior adults and the
disabled in GrapevineWomen’s Division Events:• Great Taste of Grapevine - fundraising event offering
attendees food from local restaurants and entertainment• Holiday Hoedown Charity Event - Casual evening of fun,
food, dancing, auctions and raffles for fundraising• Women’s Division Monthly Luncheon - 3rd Tuesday,
11:45 a.m.* Volunteer Opportunity
AMP’T - Advancing Modern Professionals for TomorrowAlternating Months, 11:30 a.m.AMP’T is designed for Chamber members age 21-39 seeking to advance their career by learning from senior executives. More than just a meet and greet, attendees receive applicable advice from a senior executive willing to share their experience and answer questions.
Business Insight SeriesAlternating Months, 8 a.m.This series is designed for individual employees, managers or business owners who are interested in improving or developing their overall leadership skills.
Economic Development Partnership Meeting4th Wednesday, 8 a.m. @ Grapevine City HallThis monthly meeting is a partnership between Chamber member businesses and the City of Grapevine to promote the area for new business, business expansion and retention, as well as to address concerns of local businesses.
Membership Luncheon 2nd Thursday, 11:30 a.m. @ Grapevine Convention Center Each Membership Luncheon is designed to provide education, motivation and updates to Chamber members. Recent new members to the Chamber are introduced the first time they attend, and there is a “Must Be Present to Win” cash drawing at the end of each luncheon.
New Member Breakfast1st Wednesday, Alternating Months, 8:15 a.m.Each New Member Breakfast offers new members of the Chamber the opportunity to receive an overview of the mission and goals of the organization from current members, while also providing a time for one-on-one networking with fellow new members.
By Invitation Only
Past Chairmen’s CouncilA meeting that connects the past Chairmen of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors with current issues and activities.
Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA! Program)Mondays, September - MayThe YEA! Program is a partnership with Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, connecting students starting their own business with local business leaders to guide them. The 30-week program guides the students through the process of starting and running a legitimate business or social movement. Opportunities for business involvement:Instructors; Guest Speakers; Business Mentors; Investor Panel Judges; Advisory Board Members; and Sponsorship / Investors.
ANNUAL EVENTS & PROGRAMS
CHAMBER COMMITTEES
MONTHLY EVENTS & PROGRAMS
Chamber Goals
Stewardship - Prosperity
To use visionary stewardship of the Grapevine Chamber’s assets, both financial and intellectual, to strengthen the economic prosperity of all stakeholders.
Business Partnership
To build strong partnerships through relevant, essential programs and opportunities.
Leadership
To have strong and progressive leadership for the Grapevine Chamber, and for the organization to be a model and recognized leader of the business community.
Promote business that adds value to our community
Mission
Vision
Values
A progressive business organization that brings relevant and essential opportunities for our investors and community to grow and prosper
Excellence, Innovation, Integrity & Community
Contact Us
200 Vine St.Grapevine, Texas 76051Phone: (817) 481-1522Fax: (817) [email protected]
Business After Hours Mixers Twice Monthly, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. These relaxed, evening networking events introduce Chamber members to the host organization, while providing an opportunity to build a network of local contacts. Be sure to bring business cards!
Business Over Coffee1st & 3rd Tuesday, 8 a.m. This morning networking group is open to any Chamber member and meets twice a month. Each meeting has a time for spotlight speakers, as well as one-on-one networking. There is no cost to attend. Each attendee covers the cost of their meal.
Business Builders2nd & 4th Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. This lunch networking group is open to any Chamber member and meets twice a month. Each meeting has a time for spotlight speakers, as well as one-on-one networking. There is no cost to attend. Each attendee covers the cost of their meal.
Board of DirectorsThe Grapevine Chamber is currently operated by a Board of Directors made up of 18 member volunteers, who meet once a month. Nine serve with three year terms in three member cycles. There is also a one year appointment and four ex-officio members. The Chairmanship rotation is a three year term, so that the individuals appointed to serve as Chair-Elect, Chair and Immediate Past Chair will be able to fulfill their obligation.
By Laws & Policy MaintenanceThe Chamber’s Board of Directors maintains current and relevant by laws and policies for the organization.
Best Practice VisitsFor mutual benefit, the Grapevine Chamber, a 4-Star Accredited Chamber from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, meets with other area or regional Chambers to learn and share best practices.
Financial Review CommitteeThe Chamber’s Board of Directors maintains the fiscal responsibility and analyzes the financial practices of the organization.
Organization StructureThe Grapevine Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 non-profit corporation which was chartered in 1952. The Chamber’s operational budget comes from the business members’ yearly investments as well as projects and special events.
The mission, budget and program of work is designed by the volunteer Board of Directors made up of elected and appointed members. The board hires a CEO to maintain the day-to-day operations of the organization and staff, which is housed at the Chamber office.
In 2013, the Grapevine Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation, was established to assist with worthwhile charitable activities.
Technology & MarketingHaving won numerous Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE) Media Awards for its Social Media, website and marketing materials, the Chamber tasks itself with upholding the highest standards in technology, marketing and design in its printed and online communications.
ABOUT THE CHAMBER
NETWORKING EVENTS ONLINE CHAMBER BENEFITSLogin and customize your business’ online directory listing:• Description of business• Keywords for search• Links to Social Media • Hours of operation• Driving directions
With the My Chamber App, on iPhone, Blackberry and Android devices, your business listing is mobile with:• Contact information, location & map• Hot Deals• Community Events
Login to the Chamber website to:• Register and pay for events• Post job openings to the Chamber’s online job board• Promote Hot Deals to boost your business’ promotions • Share community events on the Chamber’s online calendar• Pay invoices online, quickly and easily• Generate Grapevine Chamber Membership Badge• Share news from your company or organization
Grapevine Commercial Property IndexThrough BrokerSavant and the Chamber website, commercial developers and brokers can add their property to the Chamber’s property index. Visit the Chamber’s Relocation/Economic Development page for more info.
Grapevine Chamber Legislative Resourcewww.GrapevineLegislativeCouncil.orgA new grassroots benefit of the Grapevine Chamber isthe ability to let the business voice be heard by our elected officials.ThroughourChamberwebsite,wehavedevelopeda legislative resource where we will post business issues you can TAKE ACTION on.
ChairmanPaul SlechtaPanda Embroidery(817) 488-4151
Immediate Past ChairmanC.W. HigginsClassic Chevrolet/The Thompson Group(817) 421-1200
TreasurerSteve BrownEsparza’s Restaurante Mexicano(817) 481-4668
CEO RaDonna HesselGrapevine Chamber of Commerce(817) 481-1522
VC-Business PartnershipsJoe SzymaszekGrapevine Mills(972) 724-4910
Cory HalliburtonWeycer, Kaplan, Pulaski & Zuber, P.C.(817) 795-5046
Nathaniel NealNJ Graphic Design, Inc.(817) 329-9911
Steve NewtonBaylor Regional Medical Center at GrapevinePresident(817) 488-4151
Hagen Cleek Cowboys Golf Club (817) 481-7277
Bruno RumbelowCity of GrapevineCity Manager(817) 410-3105
Dr. Robin RyanGrapevine-Colleyville ISDSuperintendent(817) 488-9588
Paul W. McCallumGrapevine Convention & Visitors BureauExecutive Director(817) 410-3186
Chairman ElectSteve HaleyHilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center(817) 481-8444
Toni BarronCommunity Impact Newspaper(214) 618-9001
LeAnn BrownSilver Oak Commercial Realty, LLC(817) 849-8282
Ex-Officio
Susie HowellFrost(817) 420-5200
Eric WangMing Wang(817) 251-7802
Darla Denton Devin Designs Florist(817) 481-7818
Ex-Officio
Ex-Officio
Ex-Officio
GRAPEVINE CHAMBER OF COMMERCEBOARD OF DIRECTORS
Marti PevehouseDirector of Membership Development
Natalie Thompson-GarnerManager of Membership Services
Mary Jo TellinDirector of Program Development
William MooreDirector of Communication
Michael MioriDirector of Business Development
CHAMBER STAFF
CONTACT US
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Grapevine Chamber of Commerce200 Vine StreetGrapevine, Texas 76051
Phone: (817) 481-1522
Fax: (817) 424-5208
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.GrapevineChamber.org
SOCIAL MEDIA
