Lubbock Business Network May 2015 Newsletter

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Seven of the Best TED Talks for Small Business

pg 8

Business Expo

pg 6

TRC Campaign was a Hit

pg 8

Vol 24 No 5 May 2015

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Thank you to our 5-Star Sponsors

Lubbock Business Network

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In the News this Month

A Message from the Chamber

Business Expo 6Seven of the Best TED Talks for Small Business 8TRC Campaign was a Hit 8Community Prayer Luncheon 9Cinco de Mayo Luncheon 9Atmos Energy Receives Water-Smart Business Award 10

Since 1913 the Lubbock Chamber of Commercersquos mission of strengthening promoting and serving its member businesses has positively benefitted the entire region and local quality of life

As the largest business federation on the South Plains the Chamber represents almost 2200 members who employ approximately 73000 workers and account for around $900 million in economic impact in Lubbock and West Texas This is accomplished without the use of tax dollars

Each day the Chamber strengthens promotes and serves its member businesses through numerous programs and events The Chamber advocates on local state and federal levels and offers diverse programs for both large and small as well as minority-owned businesses

Share Your NewsTo submit an article about your business to purchase Lubbock Business Network sponsorships contact the Chamberrsquos Communications and Marketing Division at (806) 761-7000

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Click here to visit the videos page on our website This will keep you up to date with our latest ribbon cuttings groundbreakings and testimonials

2015 Board of DirectorsExecutive CommitteeChairman Jay Jacobus Scarborough Specialties IncChairwoman-Elect Beth Bridges South Plains MallImmediate Past Chairwoman Alona Beesinger SuddenlinkTreasurer Diannah Tatum Sanford amp Tatum Insurance AgencySecretary Eddie McBride Lubbock Chamber of CommerceVice Chairman Business Development Brice Foster City Bank Vice Chairman Communications amp Marketing Scott Fagin First United Bank

Vice Chairman Government amp Community Relations David Park Atmos EnergyVice Chairman Leadership Gabe Vitela Twisted Root Burger Co Vice Chairman Membership amp Investor Relations Jessie Mendoza FirstBank amp Trust

Board of DirectorsCarmen Aguirre Childrenrsquos Advocacy Center of the South Plains

Sharon Hyde Bass Volunteer Center Lubbock

Ron Betenbough Betenbough Homes

Michael Calvillo Michael Calvillo Bail Bonds

Renee Gonzales Davis Alderson EnterprisesMercedes-Benz

Linda Gaither WestMark Realtors-GaitherRatcliff

Jeff Horn Benchmark Business Solutions

Clayton Isom The Isom Group

Chris James United Supermarkets

Brent King UMC Health System

Chris Lonngren Schlotzskyrsquos

Dave Marcinkowski Madera Companies

Kathy Oaks American Cancer Society

Richard Parks Covenant Health

Bill Patton Robinson Johnston amp Patton CPAs

Tony Pena FirstCapital Bank

L Timothy Perrin Lubbock Christian University

Cathy Pope StarCare Specialty Health System

Cory Powell TTU Mentor Tech

Dr Berhl Robertson Lubbock Independent School District

Frank Silvas AFLAC-Frank Silvas

Polly Vann V-tech Environmental Services

Dr David Vroonland Frenship Independent School District

Chuck Walker FirstCare Health Plans

Connie Wharton Consultant


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May 5 Cinco de Mayo Luncheon ndash 1130 am ndash MCM Elegante Hotel amp Suites 801 Ave Q Ribbon Cutting Dominorsquos ndash 430 pm 2510 Marsha Sharp Freeway Suite 300 Young Professionals First Tuesday Networking ndash 530 pm FirstCapital Bank 6811 Indiana Ave

6 Groundbreaking BuildRite Construction ndash 1130 am ndash 906 FM1585 7 Ag Committee Meeting ndash 8 am ndash LCOC Community Prayer Luncheon ndash 1130 am ndash Civic Center 1501 Mac Davis Lane Ribbon Cutting Republic National Distributing Company ndash 430 pm 507 Lubbock Business Park Blvd

8 Government Relations Committee Meeting ndash 1030 am ndash LCOC Leadership Lubbock - Leadercast ndash ALL DAY

11 Golf Committee Meeting ndash 4 pm ndash LCOC

12 YPGL Steering Committee Meeting ndash Noon ndash LCOC

14 Business Expo ndash ALL DAY ndash Civic Center 1501 Mac Davis Lane Business After Hours hosted by Lubbock Moonlight Musicalsndash 430 pm Civic Center 1501 Mac Davis Lane

19 YPL Lunch amp Learn ndash Noon ndash MCM Elegante Hotel amp Suites 801 Ave Q

20 Ambassador Luncheon sponsored by Buffalo Springs Lake ndash Noon 9999 High Meadow Rd BBQ Committee Meeting ndash 4 pm ndash Wells Fargo Center 1500 Broadway LEDA Board Room - 5th floor Ribbon Cutting Orangetheory Fitness ndash 430 pm 5214 98th St Ste 300

21 Executive Committee Meeting ndash Noon ndash LCOC

25 Memorial Day ndash Chamber Office Closed 27 New Century Leadership Committee Meeting ndash 1 pm ndash LCOC Football Kickoff Breakfast Committee Meeting ndash 4 pm ndash LCOC

28 Board of Directors Meeting ndash 10 am ndash Lubbock Electric Company 1108 34th St Business After Hours hosted by Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts (LHUCA) ndash 530 pm ndash 511 Ave K

LCOC = Lubbock Chamber of Commerce

Upcoming EventsMay 5Cinco de Mayo LuncheonYoung Professionals of Lubbock First Tuesday Networking sponsored by FirstCapital Bank

May 7Community Prayer Luncheon

May 14Business ExpoBusiness After Hours sponsored by Lubbock Moonlight Musicals

May 28Business After Hours sponsored by Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts(LHUCA)

Join Young Professionals of Lubbock

Contact Amy MarquezP (806) 761-7002 | C (806) 317-0122

AmyMarquezlubbockbizorg

Business After Hours sponsored by

For a complete list of Chamber and member events visit our calendar online at lubbockchambercomevents

Business After Hours

Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts (LHUCA)

May 28 | 530 - 7pm511 Ave K

Young Professionals First Tuesday Networking

May 5 | 530- 7pm


May 14 | 430 - 6pmCivic Center 1501 Mac Davis Ln


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Chamber StaffPresidentCEO Eddie McBride IOMExecutive Vice President Government amp Community Relations Norma Ritz Johnson IOM CCECFO amp Vice President Administration Sheri Nugent IOMVice President Business Development Christye WeldVice President Communications amp Marketing Tammi BoozerVice President Membership amp Investor Relations Colleen Evans IOMLeadership Director Amy MarquezEducation Director Allison CottrellMarketing Specialist Haily AssiterEvent Specialist Haley HoweyGovernment amp Community Relations Specialist Stevie PooleAdministrative AssistantOffice Coordinator Patsy MoffettCustomer Service Representative Patricia PiconAccounting Assistant Susan BaileyInterns Jenna Holt-Day Jessica Kessler

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Dear Chamber Member

We are preparing to publish our Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Business Directory Thanks to your support past directories are valuable resources We look forward to the 2016 publication being better than ever The Directory is an excellent

opportunity to highlight your business both locally and across the United States as directories are mailed to all current and prospective members and people inquiring about Lubbock

As a Chamber member your company is entitled to one listing in the alphabetical section by company and one in the classified section by type of business The company will be listed in the Buyerrsquos Guide section under its primary classified listing only However if you wish to be listed under more than one area this option will be made available for purchase Additionally your company is also listed on the Chamberrsquos website wwwlubbockchambercom and on the mobile website for smartphone users as an additional membership benefit

There is also an opportunity to purchase sponsorship space in the Directory The Chamberrsquos Marketing Specialist Haily Assiter will soon contact you about these opportunities Sponsorships purchased in the printed publication will also be featured in the online ldquoe-bookrdquo available on the Chamberrsquos website

We encourage you to take a few minutes to consider the promotional opportunity the Chamber Directory allows your business

To ensure you are contacted about sponsorship in the Directory please email Haily Assiter no later than Friday June 26

We appreciate your membership and look forward to working with you on the 2016 Directory If you have any questions please contact the Chamber at (806) 761-7000

Sincerely

Jay JacobusChairman

A Message f rom our Chairman


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Business Expo ldquoCollaborative ConnectivityrdquoThe 2015 Business Expo will be held May 14 from 10 am-4

pm at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center A private networking event for exhibitors only will be held from 9-10 am and a ribbon cutting will be held at 945 am to officially kickoff the event and open the doors to the public

This yearrsquos theme is ldquoCollaborative Connectivityrdquo developed by RD Thomas the official advertising agency for the 2015 Business Expo This yearrsquos event will focus on ways local businesses and consumers connect and collaborate in order to build a healthy business climate and support for one another

Hosted each year by the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce the Business Expo showcases over 200 exhibitors and will welcome between 6000-7000 attendees throughout the day We are pleased to announce that we are sold out for this yearrsquos event but we are starting a waiting list in case a company cancels If you are interested in being placed on our waiting list please contact Haley Howey at (806) 761-7000

Whatrsquos NewExpo Cafeacute ndash located on the South wall of the Pedestrian

Mall offering tastes and delicacies from local restaurants and caterers

Visit our first ever Headshot Lounge Need a professional head shot for your resume ldquoAbout Usrdquo section on your web site or for online engagement through social media Leslie Kitten of Savant Photography Artistry will be on hand to provide professional headshots for business professionals or job seekers for a discount ONLY during Business Expo If yoursquove been needing an updated or new photograph for professional use this will be your chance Click here for more details

First Ever ndash ldquoChamber University Expo Seriesrdquo offering free seminars to educate motivate and collaborate with local experts on a variety of topics pertinent to local businesses and

employees Located in the meetings rooms on the South side of the Pedestrian Mall in Room 104

The series schedule will be1030 am ndash ldquoThe History of Your Future 3 Things to

Guarantee Success in Your Business and Careerrdquo by Larry Crosby of Larry Crosby and Associates

100 pm ndash ldquoGenerate Sales with Social Media How to Capture Customers and Boost Revenuerdquo by Anna Woodlock Founder of SocialSite Media

230 pm ndash ldquoMaking the Connection Tips for Multi-Platform Cohesion The Importance of Having a Strong Online Presencerdquo by Ashleigh Sawyer of RD Thomas Advertising

Admission to these seminars is free but space is limited so please RSVP by calling Allison Cottrell at the Chamber (806) 761-7000 or by email AllisonCottrelllubbockbizorg If you do not make your reservation ahead of time and space is available you will be asked to present a business card at the door in order to attend

Back by Popular DemandThe Wellness Zone ndash located on the West wall of the

Pedestrian Mall this area showcases products services and resources focused on health and wellness

Tickets to Business Expo are free prior to May 14 and are available now at the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce at 1500 Broadway Suite 101 Select-A-Seat outlets or tickets can be downloaded online at wwwselectaseatlubbockcom After 5 pm May 13 tickets will only be available by purchase at the door

For more information visit the Business Expo website or contact Haley Howey at (806) 761-7000 to be placed on our waiting list

Presenting

Diamond Allstate Insurance ndash Recruiting Texas RegionChick-fil-ARD Thomas AdvertisingSuddenlinkWorkforce Solutions South Plains

MediaRamar Communications

PlatinumAdvanced GraphixBenchmark Business SolutionsBodyworksCaprock Home Health ServicesEuropean Wax CenterFirstCare Health PlansLamar Outdoor Advertising

Gold SponsorsGoodwill Industries of Northwest Texas

Lanyard sponsorSwitch IT Support

Banner Choice MediaCoca-Cola RefreshmentsCourtyard by Marriott - Lubbock Downtown

Essential Home HealthLarry Crosby and AssociatesRacer Classic Car WashSamrsquos ClubSimplexGrinnellSocialSite MediaSouth Plains Mall

Sharpie sponsorGeiger ndash Kathy Timms

Golf Cart sponsorFirst United Bank

Thanks to our sponsors

Costa del Solwith the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce

Departing October 20 2015For more information please contact Christye Weld at 761-7009 or ChristyeWeldlubbockbizorg


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The Chamber is proud to congratulate Bahama Buckrsquos on their May Business of the Month achievement Bahama Buckrsquos along with all of the other businesses of the month for 2015 will

be considered for the Chamberrsquos Business of the Year award in December 2015

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May Business of the Month Bahama BuckrsquosCongratulations to the May Business of the Month Bahama

Buckrsquos Bahama Buckrsquos has been an active member of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce since the summer of 2007

Blake Buchanan owner of Bahama Buckrsquos said they were looking at health care options for their team members and joined shortly after they heard about the Chamber Employer Health Plan offered through FirstCare Health Plans to all Chamber members

Buchanan said that one of the biggest benefits of being a Chamber member outside of the Chamber Employer Health Plan is the opportunity to build business relationships and the community involvement offered through the Chamber of Commerce

ldquoItrsquos a splendid way to network gain business insights and become more aware of opportunities in the community It has allowed Bahama Buckrsquos to partner with local businesses and non-profits that we may have otherwise overlooked Furthermore wersquore always looking to ldquoFlavor Your Liferdquo so it has allowed Bahama Buckrsquos several opportunities to do sordquo stated Buchanan

Bahama Buckrsquos takes part in several Chamber events including the Business Expo Hub City BBQ Cook-off as well as a variety of luncheon and networking events

ldquoMost recently I was invited to speak at the Young Professionals of Lubbock First Tuesday Networking - what a superb group of professionalsrdquo said Buchanan

The Chamber recently held a ribbon cutting for Bahama Buckrsquos new corporate location and Buchanan said he is a little bias but this is probably his favorite Chamber event thus far

ldquoWe celebrated with Chamber friends and had a wonderful day Chamber friends toured the Bahama Buckrsquos facilities sampled new island indulgences and met the Bahama Buckrsquos Team It was truly an outstanding and memorable eventrdquo Buchanan said

Bahama Buckrsquos currently has 57 locations in the United States and over 120 locations set to open soon The Lubbock community is honored to be the home site of Bahama Buckrsquos corporate headquarters

ldquoBahama Buckrsquos is super grateful for the Chamber and friends wersquove made through the events they host The Chamber does a remarkable job and Bahama Buckrsquos is truly honored to be part of such a professional group of peoplerdquo stated Buchanan

Again congratulations to the Bahama Buckrsquos team on their May Business of the Month award


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Seven of the Best TED Talks for Small BusinessOne of the hardest things about running a business is

finding the resources you need ndash be it human resources financial resources or educational resources Theres no question you know your product service or industry but what do you know about running a business or social media or marketing or sales And how has it changed since you last learned it all

Finding good quality (inexpensive) learning resources to keep you at the top of your industry can mean the difference between success and struggle A chamber membership is a great investment for your professional and business development as is some time spent absorbing the innovative ideas of others TED talks are an amazing opportunity to learn (on your schedule) from a few of the brightest minds in our world Best of all the talks are free

Here is a list of some of the best TED talks for small business owners

Got a Wicked Problem First Let Me Tell You How to Make Toast

This 10-minute video from Tom Wujec presents a basic activity with interesting insights into business teams and processes asking people to visually represent how they make toast He discusses how different teams approach the activity from their own center ndash people process or technology The video provides some nice insight into peoplersquos thinking and what they consider to be the most important part of the toast-making process

How Great Leaders Inspire ActionIf yoursquove never watched this powerful 20-minute video by

Simon Sinek turn off your email let your calls go to voicemail and watch Now In it he talks about how people donrsquot buy your product they buy the ldquowhyrdquo behind what you do Do you know your why Yoursquoll be thinking about it after watching this

How to Make a Splash in Social MediaIf you donrsquot have a lot of time herersquos a 4-minute gem from

Alexis Ohanian (Reddit) on becoming a hit in social media Even though itrsquos from 2009 itrsquos still a funny story

What Makes Us Feel Good About Our WorkThe 20-minute talk from Dan Ariely provides good insight

into what satisfies us and itrsquos not money Knowing the secret to inspiring work is something most small business owners understand but if you need an encouraging boost check this out

3 Ways to (Usefully) Lose Control of Your BrandIf you think you own your companyrsquos brand think again

With social media and public access to broad audiences itrsquos the customer who controls the brand now This six and a half minute video by Tim Leberecht reminds us of this and shows us how to gracefully accept it

Looking Past LimitationsThis video isnrsquot about business per se but Caroline Caseyrsquos

ability to get past her own limitations are sure to inspire you Itrsquos worth a watch just to hear about her interesting childhood

This is BrokenMarketing genius Seth Godin talks about what works in

business and whatrsquos broken in his unusual funny way His commentary will make you look at your business and customer experience from a different lens

Christina R Green teaches small businesses chambers and associations how to connect through content Her articles have appeared in the Midwest Society of Association Executivesrsquo Magazine NTENorg AssociationTech and Socialfish She is a regular blogger at Frankjkennycom and Memberclicks

2015 Total Resource Campaign was a HitThe Lubbock Chamber of Commerce staff along with

volunteers and sponsors celebrated the success of the 2015 Total Resource Campaign (TRC) on April 30 at Republic National Distributing Company Volunteers with the TRC reached more than 108 percent of the final goal of $500000 by April 30 with additional contributions to come Almost 360 member businesses took advantage of the sponsorship opportunities in the TRC and the Chamber could not have made this progress without the hard work and dedication of its volunteers The official number of contributions will be released in mid-May Volunteers who secured sponsorships in excess of $20000 for the 2015 TRC include Emie Young of Amerigroup Roger Karr of American National Bank Myndee Pool of Carpet Tech Phebe Ellis-Roach of PrimeWest Mortgage Freida Henderson of Suddenlink Grace Garza of FirstCare Health Plans and Amanda Kuhn of Benchmark

During the TRC members chose from a ldquomenurdquo of Chamber programs products and services in which to invest for the remainder of 2015 and through the first half of 2016 Once the member is contacted through the TRC the member will not be contacted for these programs again which streamlines the

process for both the business and the Chamber The company only has to commit once which is beneficial for budgetary planning

For more information about opportunities to promote your company please contact the Chamber at (806) 761-7000


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Community Prayer LuncheonIn honor of the National Day of Prayer the Lubbock Chamber

of Commerce will host the Community Prayer Luncheon on May 7 from 1130 am-1 pm at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Texas Tech head womenrsquos soccer coach Tom Stone will be the keynote speaker His speech will focus on ldquoThe common threads of elite athletes and those who pursue Jesusrdquo The featured musician will be 11-year-old Mackenzie ldquoKenzierdquo Walker Christian recording artist daughter of Kim and Chuck Walker Prayers will be offered throughout the program including the National Prayer Prayer for the Nation Prayer for the State and Prayer for Youth Families and Community

Thank you to our sponsors

Presenting

Diamond 7B Building amp Development

Sponsorships are still available please contact Haley Howey at (806) 761-7000 Tickets are $50 Chamber members will get a discounted price of $35 Click here to register or call (806) 761-7000

Platinum Computer Transition Services Inc FirstCare Health PlansFirst United BankMassMutual Southwest

PrimeWest Mortgage CorpSuddenlink CommunicationsWestMark Realtors

Mackenzie ldquoKenzierdquo Walker Tom Stone

Cinco de Mayo Luncheon

Diamond Raider AccessoriesGene Messer ToyotaSuddenlink

Platinum American National BankMesser Auto GroupMontelongorsquos Mexican RestaurantTexas Tech University System

The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Cinco de Mayo Luncheon on Tues May 5 at the 1130 am at MCM Eleganteacute Hotel amp Suites

The Cinco de Mayo Luncheon presented by Suddenlink has more than 300 people in attendance each year to celebrate the Hispanic heritage common to many of the Chamberrsquos members and fellow citizens As the Hispanic population continues to grow this a great time to bring together and connect Chamber member businesses to this important expanding market

This yearrsquos keynote speaker is Texas Supreme Court Justice Eva Guzman Justice Guzman has served at three levels of the Texas judiciary In 2009 she was appointed to serve on the

Supreme Court of Texas by Governor Rick Perry She was elected to a full term in November 2010 when she became the first Hispanic woman elected to state-wide office in Texas Before her appointment Justice Guzman served for almost a decade on the Houston-based Fourteenth Court of Appeals

For more information please contact Allison Cottrell at (806) 761-7000

Thank you to our Sponsors

In todayrsquos digital society possessing at least basic computer skills is necessary for securing employment In an effort to address this need GINWT has partnered with South Plains College to provide certificates of completion for a number of computer skills classes offered to the community Courses are provided according to individual needs

May 3rd through the 9th is Goodwill Week and in honor of this exciting occasion we are hosting FREE two-day courses to teach Pivot Tables and Flow Charts

Would you like to brush up on your skills Here is your chance Mini-courses are offered daily from May 4-7 during the

lunch hour Show up from noon to 100 PM for your free lesson Seating is limited so come early and ready to learn Certificates will not be provided for mini-courses

Participants should possess at least a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Seating for this two day mini-course is limited and any persons interested should reserve their spot in advance by calling (806) 6875046

Goodwill Week May 3-9


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The Lubbock Apartment Association extends a sincere thank you to all Chamber members who helped make the 2015 State of the City address a spectacular success

In 1982 LAA started this event as a membership luncheon which provided a platform for the Mayor to give a look back ndash and forward at the challenges and opportunities we face With help from our Board of Directors generous sponsors and volunteers the event has grown from a small association luncheon to a city wide gathering with more than 400 in attendance

Proceeds from the event are given to a local charity

as designated by the Mayor In recent years beneficiaries have included the Guadalupe Parkway Neighborhood

Centers Scottish Rite Learning Center South Plains Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Lubbock United Neighborhood Association and the LPampL Helping Hands fund This year the proceeds of a record $1000000 were donated to the South Plains Food Bank

The Lubbock Apartment Association thanks all who have kept this event an important relevant way to keep our community informed about the City while providing needed support for a local charity

AIM BankAmerican Bank of CommerceAmerican National BankAtmos EnergyBetenbough HomesBODYWORKSBrady amp Hamilton LLPCentennial BankFreese and Nichols IncGeorge McMahan Development LLCHappy State Bank

Henthorn ConstructionHigh Plains ResearchTony PrivettHugo Reed and AssociatesJack Thompson Investments IncLone Star BankLubbock Association of RealtorsLubbock Christian UniversityMadera ResidentialMcDougal CompaniesMinnix PropertiesMWM Architects

Pharr amp Company General ContractorProsperity BankReagor Dykes Auto GroupSentry Property ManagementSouth Plains CollegeSouth Plains Electric CoopStarCare Health SystemSuddenlink Business ServicesUMC Health SystemVista Bank

Thank You to our sponsors for this yearrsquos event

Lubbock Apartment Association Thanks State of the City Sponsors

The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce has announced that Atmos Energy has been awarded the Water-Smart Business Award for Spring Quarter 2015

Each quarter the Chamber recognizes members who have implemented water-saving measures The criteria to win can be anything from landscaping to rainfall capture systems to installing low-flow toilets and active promotion of water conservation

Atmos Energy has been honored because of its water conservation techniques According to Marinda Heinrich Manager of Public Affairs Atmos Energyrsquos conservation efforts include installing a cistern and xeriscape landscaping

Atmos Energy built a 24000-gallon cistern to catch and store rainwater The cistern also collects condensate from its buildingrsquos HVAC system which includes natural gas heat pumps The system collects 600 gallons per week just from condensate Atmos Energy uses this non-potable water to flush toilets and water landscaping The only city water used by Atmos Energy is for faucets drinking water and ice machines

Along with the cistern Atmos Energy drilled a well on its property to supplement the cistern only when needed Xeriscape landscaping also was installed which only requires watering once a month and mowed two to three times a year

ldquoAs a water conservation strategy xeriscaping has many benefits aside from the LEED compliancerdquo said Heinrich ldquoIt requires less maintenance eliminates the use of fertilizer and

pesticide can improve property values and uses less water Water Efficient Landscaping ndash 50 percent reduction mandates reducing the use of potable water for landscape irrigation Plantings becoming part of the solution along with high-efficiency irrigation or captured rainwater as size growth rate diversity and adaptability of the plants chosen help contribute to 50 percent reduction in water userdquo

Atmos Energy has been a Chamber member since 1981 If you are conserving water ndash inside or outside ndash at your

place of business or know someone who is the Water-Smart Task Force would like to know as you could be a candidate for this quarterly award Please email allisoncottrelllubbockbizorg or call (806) 761-7000 with your nomination

Atmos Energy Receives Water-Smart Business Award for the Spring Quarter


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Chamber Advocates for Pro-Jobs Local Energy PolicyAdvocacy on behalf of the Lubbock business community

remains one of the key responsibilities of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Tracking legislation from the federal to local level the Chamber aims to keep member businesses up to date on laws that could impact them These advocacy efforts are guided by a comprehensive set of priorities on issues ranging from agriculture to health care that can be easily accessed in the 2015 Public Policy Guide

Below are a few proposed state bills that the Chamber has specifically taken action on You can also view legislative correspondence on these and other issues by visiting the Advocacy at Work section of wwwLubbockBusinessVotescom

SUPPORT TX SB 5 Relating to the allocation to the state highway fund and the available school fund of certain motor vehicle sales use and rental tax revenue and to the uses of the revenue allocated to the state highway fund Read More

SUPPORT TX SB 6 Relating to public school performance ratings Read More

SUPPORT TX SB 7 Relating to the computation of and to decreasing the rates of the franchise tax Read More

SUPPORT TX SB 8 Relating to the total revenue exemption for the franchise tax Read More

SUPPORT TX SB 13 Relating to measures to support public school student academic achievement and career preparation including measures to improve and support dual credit courses and the development of public outreach materials Read More

SUPPORT TX SB 315 Relating to the issuance of tax-supported bonds by certain school districts and increasing the tax rate limitation on the issuance of those bonds Read More

SUPPORT TX SB 609 Relating to the regulation of package store permit holders Read More

SUPPORT TX SB 722 Relating to a disqualification for unemployment benefits for refusing to take or failing a preemployment drug test Read More

OPPOSE TX SB 931 Relating to the goal for renewable energy and competitive renewable energy zones Read More

SUPPORT TX SB 1386 Relating to the sale of beer and ale by certain manufacturers for off-premises consumption Read More

SUPPORT TX HB 40 Relating to the express preemption of regulation of oil and gas operations and the exclusive jurisdiction of those operations by the state Read More

SUPPORT TX HB 506 Relating to the issuance of tax-supported bonds by certain school districts and increasing the tax rate limitation on the issuance of those bonds Read More

OPPOSE TX HB 529 Relating to the composition of the Texas Transportation Commission and the selection of members of that commission Read More

SUPPORT TX HB 2136 Relating to the exemption of inventory of certain retail businesses from ad valorem taxation by a school district Read More

SUPPORT TX HB 2440 Relating to the regulation of transportation network companies imposing and authorizing fees requiring an occupational permit Read More

For more information on the Chamberrsquos Government and Community Relations Division please visit wwwLubbockBusinessVotescom or contact Norma Ritz Johnson

Advocacy at WorkSponsored by

Stand Up 4 Transportation News Conference RecapThe Lubbock Chamber of Commerce joined forces with

Citibus Ports-to-Plains Lubbock Metropolitan Planning Organization City of Lubbock Lubbock County Plains Cotton Growers Lubbock Associations of Realtors Lubbock Apartment Association and Corn Producers Association of Texas as well as other community partners at a news conference on Thurs April 9 in support of Stand Up for Transportation Day This local day was for all transportation organizations to unite on behalf of

national education outreach to the public and elected officialsThis was an opportunity to call attention to the importance

of infrastructure investment and the need for a long-term surface transportation bill MAP-21 which is the federal surface transportation legislation expiring on May 31 2015

In case you missed the news conference click here to watch it in its entirety

Save the Date Chamber 101Pizza with the PresidentTuesday June 16th | 1130am - 1pm


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Young Professionals of Lubbock Spotlight Miles Seybert

Chamber Leadership DivisionNew Century Leadership Focus Lubbock

New Century Leadership Graduation Banquet

NEW CENTURYLEADERSHIP

Why did you choose to be a member of Young Professionals of Lubbock To meet people who shared the same aspirations for living and growing professionally as I do I really wanted to become socially involved in any way I could

What are some of your favorite YP events to attend The First Tuesday Networkings are always fun The community service events are really starting to get fun with more and more participation

What do you feel is the most rewarding part of being a YP member Meeting people my age (millennials) who work in every industry It has become amazing to have the feeling of always ldquoknowing a guyrdquo who has some expertise in what yoursquore looking to do

Why is being a YP member important to you Being able to meet people who deal with the same challenges each day really reinforces why I chose Lubbock as the place to start my professional career Yoursquore never really alone in this city because of organizations like YP

How long have you been a YP member Since the end of 2011

Where do you workFirst United Bank

What is your position Banking Officer ndash Commercial Lending

What all does your position entailManaging business and personal banking relations via a variety of banking products mostly loans and deposit accounts I also work with others within the organization to orchestrate our community involvement

How long have you been with your current company Four years full time but I worked a few internships here while in college

The 2014-2015 New Century Leadership graduation banquet was held on April 27 at Texas Tech Stadium West Side at Jones ATampT Stadium Along with parents and guardians everyone celebrated the graduating New Century Leadership Class of 2015 Steve Gomez Lubbock Christian University Womenrsquos Basketball Head Coach spoke to the audience about leadership and why it is important to be true to yourself New Century Leadership also said goodbye to the 2014-2015 NCL Chairman Bradley Madison with Calvert Home Health Care Ltd and welcomed the 2015-2016 Chairwoman Jody Reding with Lubbock Christian University A big thank you to Bradley Jody and the NCL Steering Committee for their support and hard work to make this class year a huge success

New Century Leadership met on April 15 for its last class day together which ldquoFocused on Lubbockrdquo The day started at the Wells Fargo Center San Jacinto room with a Human Scavenger Hunt and breakfast From there the class went to Texas Tech University for a special tour of the Athletics Department A good part of the day was spent on a service project for the Lubbock Food Bank where they

planted vegetable plants and learned how the Food Bank helps Lubbock youth and how they feed people in need It was a great wrap up to the 2014-2015 New Century Leadership Class

Thank your 2014-2015 Steering Committee for all of your hard work


13

Leadership Lubbock Spotlight Meghan Gandy

Why did you choose to become part of the Leadership Lubbock Steering Committee I saw how the team from the previous year worked so well together and the awesome changes they made to the program at that time It was a unique opportunity to go through the program as a classmate but I wanted to see it from the other side while getting to experience it all again Also I felt like I could contribute ideas and thoughts and work well with the team in place In addition to just wanting to be a part of the leadership team I wanted to see how others got blessed by our speakers as I did

How long have you been associated with Leadership Lubbock Since August of 2013

What are some of your favorite Leadership Lubbock events to attend I love Ropes course day Although it is a crazy fun and playful day you really do

learn a lot about yourself and working as a team I looked forward to David Millerrsquos presentations every month I took a lot from that and implemented it in my own leadership position at work There has been something from every piece that has made an impact on my thought process in the business world and in my home

Why is the Leadership Lubbock program important to you I think the Leadership Lubbock Program is a great way to meet people I typically might not meet in my area of work I also love the bonds and friendships created through the years The program allowed me to see so many facets of Lubbock that I was not aware of at that time Most importantly going through last year really changed the way I led my team at work I really try to focus on us as a team each and every one of us at the same level working for a common goal

Who do you work for iaWellness a division of iaCONSULTING

What is your position Director of Wellness

What all does your position entail I manage a team of project managers registered nurses exercise sports science specialists and interns while coordinating with our employee benefits team design team and in-house compliance officer I along with my team work with various vendors and companies in the region

to provide corporate wellness solutions including health screenings assessments coaching on-line schedulers and portals team and individual challenges a variety of health educations on-line and on-site and extensive reporting of results and participation throughout the year Our goal is to slowly change the culture of the workplace to be more ldquowell-mindedrdquo and for employees to take responsibility for bettering their health We provide a custom program design for each of our clients including incentive plans that work best for each company Although I am typically involved in each area of iaWellness as the director my passion as a registered dietitian is coaching individuals and seeing lives change

How long have you been with your current company Six years

Share some info about your family I am married to ldquothe man of my dreamsrdquo as he calls himself Jason We have three children Corbin (11) our laid back video gaming sports loving book reading son Lynlee (5) our smart witted dance loving tumble bug daughter and Clay (2) our incredibly agile silly textbook definition of a farm boy son

The Leadership Lubbock class met on April 21 2015 at Spirit Ranch for Ropes Day The day consisted of team building exercises and leadership training

Board Member Spotlight Cathy PopeHow did you get involved with the Chamber and what keeps you involved StarCare Specailty Health System has long been a member of the Chamber Although we are a non-profit and a local governmental agency by the mid-1990s we had realized we are also a business There is no better organization to support businesses than the Chamber I trust in Eddie McBride and the staff and believe that we are aligned in our thinking about what is important for

Lubbock I admire their vision in stepping up to take the lead on planning for our future They go above and beyond to do things right and I am proud to be involved with them

What is your favorite event or program of the Chamber Imagine Lubbock Together but also Leadership Lubbock which a dozen of my managers have completed

What are some of your other community leadership roles I am a leader in the East Lubbock Community Alliance and the co-facilitator for TEDxLUBBOCKWOMEN I am a member of the United Way Board of Directors the YWCA Academy of the Women of Excellence the City Councilrsquos Community Development and Services Board and the Counselor Education Advisory Board for Texas Tech Department of Education Finish this sentence Never again will I discount the power of people who are committed to working together


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Chamber Ambassador ProgramAmbassadors of the Month Mike Laughlin amp Mario Ybarra

Ribbon Cuttings amp Groundbreakings

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Mario Ybarra (L) and Mike Laughlin (R) accepting their

awards from Jay Jacobus 2015 Board

Chairman

Alliance Realty Services amp CMS Properties

ABC Rodeo Cotton Ginners Association

Congratulations to Mike Laughlin and Mario Ybarra who tied as the March Ambassadors of the Month This is the first time wersquove had a tie for Ambassador of the Month However both Laughlin and Ybarra attended 100 percent of the Chamber Ambassador events in March each earning a total of 98 points

Laughlin has been a Chamber Ambassador for two years as well as a Team Captain and this is the first time he has won this award Laughlin started working at Llano Estacado Winery six years ago and in February of 2013 he became their Tasting Room Manager

ldquoWith my new position I immediately started going to ribbon cuttings and groundbreakings and decided the best way to network myself and my business would be as an ambassadorrdquo Laughlin said

As the Tasting Room Manager Laughlin manages all front house operations which include tour staff tastings direct to consumer shipping wine club and all of their festivals

Out of all of the events the Chamber Ambassadors attend Laughlin said his favorite is the Blue Ribbon Rally Car and Bike Show which supports the Family Guidance and Outreach Center of Lubbock

ldquoI love any reason to get out and support a great causerdquo Laughlin said about his favorite event the Chamber supports

When asked what the most rewarding part of being an ambassador is he replied that it would have to be the friendships and business contacts he has gained over the past two years

ldquoThe most important thing of being an ambassador in my opinion is reminding the local business community that the biggest and best Texas winery is here in their very own backyardrdquo Laughlin said

Within the Chamber Laughlin is also involved in Young Professionals of Lubbock as the very first chair of the newly formed Street Team and he is also a judge for the Hub City BBQ Cook-off

Outside of the Chamber Laughlin said he works closely with the other local wineries and he chairs their Parkinsonrsquos events for the winery each year

Ybarra has been a Chamber Ambassador for five years and he said he joined the program after he was told by his supervisor that it was part of his job and he is glad that it is

ldquoI enjoy the ribbon cuttings for new businesses and the

Business After Hoursrdquo Ybarra said about his favorite part of the Ambassador Program

Ybarra said the most rewarding part of being an Ambassador is the camaraderie created among other business professionals and the chance to network with one another

ldquoIt allows me the opportunity to get to know Business owners and their employees while letting them know that the Chamber supports themrdquo Ybarra said that is why being an Ambassador is so important to him

Ybarra works at Workforce Solutions South Plains as their Business Service Representative and has been with his company for five years

ldquoI go out and speak to HR representatives or business owners who are looking for employees and let them know about the different programs we have to offerrdquo said Ybarra abouthis position within Workforce

Outside of work and his Chamber involvement Ybarra is very involved in the Lubbock community

ldquoI am on the Parrish Council at St Josephrsquos Catholic Church Lubbock Lubbock Independent School District Trustee representing District 1 board member on the state Mexican American School Board Association (MASBA) Partners in Education 211 Advisory Committee North amp East Lubbock Community Development Corporation Guadalupe Parkway Neighborhood Career Advisory Council and the South Plains Association of Governments Board of Directorsrdquo Ybarra stated

Again congratulations to Mike Laughlin and Mario Ybarra for winning their Ambassador of the Month awards


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Dominorsquos4031 130th St

Covenant Medical Group NW Family Healthcare amp Urgent

Care Clinic

Freddyrsquos Frozen Custard amp Steakburgers

6208 19th St

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HomeGoods3030 W Loop 289 Ste 200

LCU Centennial Celebration and Grand Re-Opening

Arnett House - 21st amp Dover

Lubbock Childrenrsquos Health Clinic

1307 Martin Luther King Blvd

Marshalls3030 W Loop 289 Ste 100

Mistyk Tan and Design 305 Frankford Ave Ste 600

Razonia McClellan Public Relations

3409 19th St

NurseFinders7202 Slide Road Suite 300

Sondrarsquos SongPinwheels for Prevention

4402 88th Place

South Plains Mall Rennovation6002 Slide Rd Ste 68208

Storytellerrsquos Studio inside Covenant Womenrsquos amp

Childrenrsquos Hospital4000 24th St

South Plains Job Fair

The Stellar Family of Companies

Toes amp Ts 3301 98th St Ste 200

Twistrsquod TexanTTU Small Business Expo Voice of Hope We Logo You Up3300 82nd St Ste A


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Welcome New Chamber Members

A+ Remodeling amp Construction Inc(806) 438-4121Lubbock TXConstruction Remodeling

Apex Construction LLCPO Box 65222Lubbock TX 79464(806) 543-7949Home Builders

Aspen Dental5607 Slide Rd Ste 200Lubbock TX 79414(806) 792-1750Dentists

A-Steam Carpet CareLubbock TX(806) 632-8150Carpet Cleaning

Carinorsquos6821 Slide RdLubbock TX 79424(806) 798-0944Restaurants

Carpenterrsquos Church1918 13th StLubbock TX 79401(806) 687-6876Churches

Combest Family Funeral Homes2210 Broadway Lubbock TX 79401 (806) 749-4483 Funeral Directors

Copestone Inspecting Lubbock TX (806) 535-7999 Home Inspection Service Daley Dream Homes LLC 4920 S Loop 289 Ste 206 Lubbock TX 79414 (806) 777-8044 Home Builders

David Jordan Homes Lubbock TX (806) 789-4147 Home Builders

Dogs of Valor 4027 34th St Lubbock TX 79410 (806) 589-9451 Pet Services

Pepper Echols PC CPA 8302 Indiana Ave Ste 15 Lubbock TX 79423 (806) 687-4480 Accountants - Certified Public Edward Jones - Ron Allred 4930 S Loop 289 Ste 202 Lubbock TX 79414 (806) 791-7767 Investments

Firehouse Subs - Canyon West5027 Milwaukee Ave Ste 200 Lubbock TX 79407 (806) 799-1098 Restaurants

Gill Holdings 10107 Quaker Ave Ste 100Lubbock TX 79424 (806) 783-8242 Investments

Glo Hookah Lounge 1618 Buddy Holly AveLubbock TX 79401 (806) 747-8950 Entertainment

Healthy Glo2Go Lubbock TX (806) 535-7049 Tanning Salon Hill amp Wilkinson General Contractors PO Box 94764 Lubbock TX 79493 (214) 878-1239 Contractors - General Instantly Ageless Lubbock TX (806) 441-2776 Cosmetics amp Skin Care Products Joaniersquos Essential Oils Lubbock TX (806) 790-0825 Health Food amp Wellness Products K amp S Sports ConstructorsPO Box 53 White Deer TX 79097 (806) 681-1171 Lawn amp Garden Product Sales

Kingdom Come Ministries3142 34th St Lubbock TX 79410 (806) 441-7328 Non Profit Organization

La Super Economica 2131 Clovis Rd Lubbock TX 79415 (806) 747-6766 Meat MarketGrocery Store

Lakeridge Dental 4222 98th St Lubbock TX 79423 (806) 794-4180 Dentists

Lealrsquos Tamale Factory Inc 6205 19th St Lubbock TX 79407 (806) 780-5325 Restaurants - Fast Food amp Catering LeMond Law 1411 19th St Lubbock TX 79401 (806) 370-3750 Attorneys

Lubbock Business View 360 Trusted Google Agency 4211 34th St Lubbock TX 79410 (806) 370-0275 Advertising Lubbock Discount Realty 4413 82nd St Ste 125 Lubbock TX 79424 (806) 577-4677 Real Estate Lubbock Temporary Help Services Inc 2124 50th St Lubbock TX 79412 (806) 744-5600 Employment Agency - Permanent andor Temporary Lubbock Toastmasters Lubbock TX (806) 544-5931Non Profit Organization

Melody Pesina Music Lubbock TX (806) 392-4892 Entertainment Melrose5412 Slide Rd Ste 600 Lubbock TX 79414 (806) 687-8278 Clothing - Apparel - Retail

Mistyk Tan and Design305 Frankford Ave Ste 600 Lubbock TX 79416 (806) 771-1969 Tanning Salon

Orangetheory Fitness 5214 98th St Ste 300 Lubbock TX 79424 (806) 749-1200 Health Clubs Parks Coffee PO Box 110209 Carrollton TX 75011 (432) 530-7163 Coffee Service

The Rock Health and Wellness Centers 6535 82nd St Ste 200Lubbock TX 79424 (806) 794-0400 Chiropractors

Spanish Pepper3501 50th St Ste 110 Lubbock TX 79413 (806) 687-7550 Restaurants Tea2Go - The Hub 7320 Milwaukee Ave Ste 900 Lubbock TX 79424(806) 701-5264 Restaurants Tea2Go - Texas Tech 2400 Glenna Goodacre Blvd Lubbock TX 79401 (806) 368-5652 Restaurants

Toes amp Ts 3301 98th St Ste 200 Lubbock TX 79423 (806) 784-2488 Clothing - Apparel - Retail TTT Construction 12111 Frankford Ave Ste 106Lubbock TX 79424 (806) 698-6700 Cabinetry amp Millwork Venture Communications 8225 Ave F Lubbock TX 79404 (806) 745-5551 Telecommunications Venue on Broadway 2202 Broadway Lubbock TX 79401 (806) 241-9890 Banquets Parties Weddings Special Events Center

Wellness 117 Chiropractic6500 Indiana Ave Ste 100Lubbock TX 79413(806) 589-2111 Chiropractors

Woodshed Gifts 6405 Indiana Ave Lubbock TX 79413 (806) 241-6131 Trophies Plaques Awards Laser Engraving YP Marketing Solutions 4623 W Loop 289 Lubbock TX 79414 (806) 766-8115 Advertising

Please place this addition in your Chamber Business Directory amp Resource Guide

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Lubbock Business Network May 2015 Newsletter