• May 21, 2018 Newsletter

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    Weekly Edition No. 256 | May 21, 2018
    The mission of the Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote economic growth of the business community.
    From the Chamber
    The Chamber offices will be closed on Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day.
    Do you know anything about the history of Lewisville? We have a great luncheon planned for you tomorrow that you won’t want to miss as we uncover the “Lost Treasures of Lewisville.” Be sure and RSVP today!
     
    Exciting things are happening here at the Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce and you need to be a part of it all! Whether you’re a small business or a large corporation, our goal is to provide the networking opportunities and business tools you need to be successful. If you haven’t already, be sure and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LewisvilleChamber/.
     
    Hope to see you tomorrow,
     
    Lori Fickling
    President/CEO
    Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce
    Get Involved
    Monthly Partnership Luncheon
    Tuesday, May 22nd
    11:30 AM - 1 PM
    Monthly partnership luncheons are a great way to mingle with area businessmen and women. The event features a luncheon speaker and the presentations of Ambassador, Business, and School of the Month.
    Women Leading Business Conference & Expo
    Thursday, June 28th
    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
    The Women Leading Business Conference & Expo, like the Women’s Division, was created to meet the unique professional and personal educational needs of women in business and women-owned businesses. This day long conference features female speakers with inspiring messages of perseverance, leadership, and success. The conference will also feature mini breakout sessions that offer tangible resources to help attendees achieve success personally and professionally.
    Take part in the 33rd Class of Leadership Lewisville....the BEST Class!
     
    Leadership Lewisville, a program of the Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce, educates, inspires and provides opportunities to develop and polish your leadership skills. The nine-month intensive leadership development program features substantial community leaders to facilitate, provide information and stimulate discussion on how to strengthen and incorporate leadership each day.
     
    Are you or someone you know ready to take your leadership to the next level? Consider investing in Leadership Lewisville, one of the longest running leadership programs in North Texas. Invest in your future today.
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    Business Food For Thought...
    BrandYourself
    How To Grow Professionally
    Regardless of industry, level of experience, or professional objectives, we all share something in common when it comes to our careers. And that is, a desire to improve and grow professionally. While the specifics of that look different for everyone, that drive to get better is pretty common! We are all constantly looking for a great opportunity to grow professionally.
    Small Business Trends
    What Posters Are Required in the Workplace? Small Businesses MUST be Aware
    Many businesses are required by law to display health and safety and employment law information posters on the premises. Failing to display up-to-date employment law and health and safety information puts businesses at risk of non-compliance.
    Inc.com
    These Are the 5 Qualities Every Good Leader Shares
    I've had the privilege of working with many great leaders as an entrepreneur, and I get to meet incredible CEOs daily through angel investing and advising. All of that has made one thing super clear to me: Talented leaders share several key qualities.
    Upcoming Events
    LEADS Power Networking
    Every Friday from 7:45 - 9:00 AM
    Get to know more than 40 area businesses at our no cost LEADS meetings held on Friday mornings.
     
    May's meetings will be sponsored by Dumas Capital Partners and held at the Chamber offices, 551 N. Valley Parkway.
    LEADS Power Networking
    Ribbon Cutting- Music City Mall Playground
    Thursday, May 24th
    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Location:
    Music City Mall Playground
    2401 S Stemmons Freeway
    Lewisville, Texas 75067
    Ribbon Sponsor:
    Save The Date
    Women Leading Business lunch
    Friday, June 1, 2018
    11:30 AM
    Location:
    Verf's Grill & Tavern
    2221 Justin Rd., Ste 101
    Flower Mound, TX 75028
    Ribbon Cutting - Bill Collins Edward Jones
    Friday, June 1, 2018
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Join us in celebrating the new location of Certified Financial Advisor, Bill Collins Edward Jones
     
    Location:
    Forums at the River Walk
    3700 River Walk Drive, Suite 285
    Flower Mound, TX 75028
    Ribbon Sponsor:
    Hot Deals
    Receive a FREE Employment Compliance Audit & Consultation - Contact Us Today
    As a member of the Chamber, you have the opportunity to offer special discounts to other Chamber members. When you login to your profile in the Chamber's website, click the "Hot Deals" button on the left-side of the Welcome page and you'll be able to see all of the Hot Deals members have available.
     
    At the top of the Hot Deals list, click the "Add Hot Deal" button to create one, or the "Manage Hot Deals" button to update your existing deals.
     
    We will start listing various Hot Deals in our Monday Memo, so be sure to add yours today!
    Resources
    Building Business Success
    SCORE provides no cost confidential one-on-one business counseling to help individual business owners succeed.
    Schedule a Mentoring Session:
    (972) 436-9571
    Contact the North Texas SBDC at
    (940) 498-6470 for free Business Counseling in Denton County.
    Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce
    972-436-9571