Allen In Action

RIBBON CUTTINGS: SEP 27 Tuesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Cano Molina Insurance Broker 550 S. Watters Rd, Suite 279, Allen, TX 75013   SEP 29 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Heart and Soul Health and Wellness Please join us for a 5-year anniversary Ribbon Cutting! Pie 314 Everyday Eatery Fairview 148 Fountain Court, Fairview, TX 75069   Membership Benefit: New The Guide magazines are out – want them at your location?  Just contact Saundra Midkiff

RIBBON CUTTINGS: AUG 31 Wednesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Blue Jug Alkaline Water & Health Market 2035 W McDermott Dr Suite 410, Allen, TX 75013   Coffee & Connections is moving! Starting Sept 13th we will meet at The Dinosaur Company (Billings Productions, Inc.) 420 Century Parkway, Allen TX We meet every Tuesday and start at 7:30AM, you will have the opportunity to give a 30-second commercial to talk about your business! This is a great networking opportunity for you to meet our chamber and let us learn about you.   Thank you!

In the Spotlight Today: CEO & Founder of the International Institute of Aesthetic Arts and Beauty Ashley Bonds. Ashley is a 14-year veteran in the beauty Industry. She started out as a licensed Esthetician and later become a lash specialist, Licensed Manicurist and Instructor. She has been teaching for over 8 years now and has seen a real need for education and guidance in the beauty school system. Ashley is expanding her esthetician school to reach more students!  And she is offering an opportunity for you to invest. The International Institute of Aesthetic Arts & Beauty is a privately-owned beauty school specializing in esthetic, lash, and nail licenses in the state of Texas. The school’s mission is to educate passionate students in an opportunity-driven career that leads to lifelong achievements both professionally and personally. The school’s student body is comprised of anyone who is interested in a holistic approach to beauty, skin cleansing, and moisturizing the body and face. The International

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings AUG 2 Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Destination GASP & Better Bodies Gym - 40 Year Anniversary 1300 N. Central Expressway, Suite 300, Allen, TX 75013   AUG 5 Friday 4:00pm - 5:00pm Ribbon Cutting - Vinum 55 Allen, 13 Prestige Circle, Suite 140, Allen, TX 75002   AUG 10 Wednesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting -The Benefits Partners - Christy Smitherman 313 S Jupiter Road, Suite 110, Allen, TX 75002   AUG 11 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Premier Martial Arts Allen 1210 E Main Street Ste 190, Allen, TX 75002

Over the past few years Tonya Walker has been of The Walker Group at Coldwell Banker Apex Realtors has been an active member and supporter of The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce. She was recently nominated and selected as a Board Member of The Chamber.  

Angi Burns of Allen City Lifestyle Magazine is in The Allen Fairview Business Spotlight today. Angi has been going to Chamber events for quite awhile now and is on her way to becoming an ambassador. Angi  was born and raised in the North Dallas area. She served as a local educator for thirteen years and is highly involved in the Arts and Non-profit sectors of our community. Angi has three amazing children who have greatly benefited from the family-centric culture in Allen and surrounding areas. Angi's love of people and servant leadership has led her to her role as Publisher for Allen City Lifestyle. She feels blessed to connect members of the community and highlight local businesses and events in her publication. She has started a brand new high end publication -- Allen City Lifestyle -- If you'd like to become a partner with the publication contact Angi at: angi.burns@citylifestyle.com Or just give her a call at 972.948.5859  

Cynthia and Brian Thompson from Advocare are in this spotlight. They've just celebrated their 32nd Wedding Anniversary and have declared that it takes 2 in 2022.    

RIBBON CUTTINGS: JUN 21 Tuesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Melissa Miller Agency - Farmers Insurance 1546 E. Stacy Road, Suite 160, Allen, TX 75002   JUN 23 Thursday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Towneplace Suites 1832 Marketplace Drive, Mckinney, TX 75069   JUN 28 Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Aven Willow Portraits 407 E. Louisiana St., Suite #105, McKinney, TX 75069   JUN 29 Wednesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Talia's Cafe 1255 W Exchange Pkwy, Ste. 160, Allen, TX 75013   Benefits:  Board Room

Dr. Troy Sebo of Whole Body Chiropractic has been a member of The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce for just over a year now.  He volunteers often and serves as a Business Success Advocate for The Chamber. Chiropractic care is the practice of using spinal alignment to alleviate a wide variety of physical ailments, including muscle strain, neck pain, chronic back pain, and more. This is accomplished by adjusting the position of the spinal column to its proper shap, providing a non-invasive solution for pain relief. LOCATION 1201 E. Main Street, STE 240 Allen, TX 75002 EMAIL & PHONE # p: 214-528-1900 f:  214-785-7593 wholebodyallen@gmail.com

This is a very important spotlight on Mental Health conducted at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital and moderated by Monica Steiner. Participants include: Officer Felix Cauhape & Deputy Chief Ken Myers from The Allen Police Department Tammy Mahan from LifePath Systems Cheryl Evans Allen ISD Director of School Counseling Dan Boggs & Ashley Gilmore from Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital

Jake Hansen discusses insurance with his Father/Boss--Dean Hansen. The Dean Hansen Insurance Agency has been a family-owned and operated agency here in Allen, TX since 2008. Our family has been in Allen since 1994 and is deeply rooted in this community. We help families and businesses like yours identify the solutions that best fit your needs. Give us a call and we can discuss all your options for home, life, business insurance, and more. We are also available to help with financial services products.

  Over the past few decades local news coverage has had to adapt to the changing world and advancements in technology. InJanuary of 2022 Rick & Elizabeth Rogers, residents of Frisco since 2011 purchased Star Local Media.  The new owners are reshaping the hyperlocal media landscape. In this episode Rick is joined by Rodney Blaukat the VP of Sales and Marketing to discuss their vision of the future of local news coverage.

RIBBON CUTTINGS: MAY 12 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Family Care and Wellness 915 W. Exchange Pkwy. Suite 210, Allen, TX 75013   MAY 18 Wednesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Prime My Body Pie 314 Everyday Eatery Fairview 148 Fountain Court, Fairview, TX 75069   MAY 19 Thursday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - One You Love Homecare 825 Watters Creek Blvd Ste. 250, Allen, TX 75013   CHAMBER 411: MAY 17 Tuesday 4:00pm - 5:00pm Chamber 411: Maximize Your Membership Interested in learning how a membership with the Allen Fairview Chamber can help you reach your business goals? Join us for the Chamber 411 Orientation meeting to learn about the benefits of membership. Held every other month, this orientation is designed to help new, prospective, and existing members learn how to utilize their memberships for maximum effectiveness. This event is a perfect introduction to the Allen Fairview Chamber, as well as a good starting place for new members looking to get involved. Pie 314 Everyday Eatery Fai

Former Allen Fairview Chamber Board Chair -- Paul Hernandez joins Dean & Friedo to talk all things Chamber.

Kim McCarty of The McCarty Group Realtors joins Dean Hansen to discuss: --Marketing Strategies --Client Appreciation --Giving Back to The Community And all things "House".

Justin Foltz of FH Networking is in the spotlight today. FH Networking provides Technology Management and Consulting Services for Small to Medium Businesses and Residential Customers in Dallas Fort Worth. 877-343-4638

Podcast  4.1.22    Ribbon Cuttings:  APR 5 Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Sheri Wilson Agency - Farmers Insurance Pie 314 Everyday Eatery Fairview, 148 Fountain Court, Fairview, TX 75069   APR 7 Thursday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Haute Beauty Aesthetics 241 Town Place, Spa 1(in BlueLion Salon), Fairview, TX 75069   APR 12 Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Inspired Interiors Profound Foods, 163 Fountain Court, Fairview, TX 75069   APR 13 Wednesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Aven Willow Portraits 101 W. Main Street, Suite 110, Allen, TX 75013   New Members: Bio-Ag Solutions Larkspur at Twin Creeks S3Consulting LLC Razzle & Dazzle 'em with Candy Bark Legacy Orthopedics Towneplace Suites BeautiBars

Friedo has chosen 3.14.23 (that's right 1 year from the date of this recording session) to hold a pie eating contest. But before that, we have some events to tell you about: 4pm--3.15.2022 -- Chamber 411 at Pie 3.14 11:30am -- 3.16.2022 -- BOLD Luncheon Featuring Robert Medigovich from CWD 4:30pm -- 3.16.2022 -- Ribbon Cutting -- Brenda Huerta of AFLAC 4:30pm -- 3.17.2022 --  Ribbon Cutting -- Farmers Insurance -- Mary Ann Olson 4:30pm -- 3.22.2022 -- Ribbon Cutting -- Cindy Coggins Realty Group For more details just log on to  www.allenfairviewchamber.com 

Brenda Huerta from AFLAC joins Dean Hansen in this Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce Business Spotlight. Brenda is a very active member of The Chamber.  As a Business Success Advocate she can help you get the most out of your membership. You can contact her by phone or email. Phone:  661.309.5897 Email:brenda_huerta@us.aflac.com   The Dean Hansen Insurance Agency has been a family-owned and operated agency here in Allen, TX since 2008. Our family has been in Allen since 1994 and is deeply rooted in this community. We help families and businesses like yours identify the solutions that best fit your needs. Give us a call at 972.727.9705 and we can discuss all your options for home, life, business insurance, and more. We are also available to help with financial services products.  

Upcoming Events FEB 1 Tuesday 7:30am - 9:00am Coffee & Connections! Sponsor & Spotlight Speaker: Mark Friedman / FriedoNation Productions All are welcome to the morning business building session where you will have the opportunity to give your 30-second “elevator speech” promoting your business. Coffee will be provided. Time: Arrive by 7:15 am for check-in. The meeting will begin at 7:30 am. Email Pennie@allenfairviewchamber.com for more information. Shakertins in Allen 190 E Stacy Road # 1734 Allen, TX 75002 =========================== FEB 2 Wednesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Carson's Crusaders Foundation Please join us for a Ribbon Cutting! Bar Louie 190 E Stacy Road, Suite 1000 Allen, TX 75002   ================= FEB 3 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - CarePatrol, Senior Care Solutions Please join us for a Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate a New Member! Pie 314 Everyday Eatery Fairview 148 Fountain Court Fairview, TX 75069   FEB 10 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - CLEAR Titl