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Sharon, Saundra and Pennie have plenty breaking news--including a relocation of VIBE beginning in February. Events: JAN 18 Tuesday, 9:00am Ribbon Cutting - Fatherhood Leadership Initiative   Please join us for a Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate a New Member, directly following the VIBE Networking meeting.   JAN 18 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.   JAN 19 Wednesday, 11:30am BOLD Women's Luncheon   This BOLD is special... it's BOLD for women! Speaker: Elizabeth Mahusay | Southwester

Pennie gives you some breaking news about VIBE. Sharon wraps up the year with Holiday Wishes.

Have you ever been interested in serving on The Board of Directors of The Chamber?  Sharon and Friedo give you some inside info on what responsibilities come with serving on The Board.  

When you tune into the Allen/Carroll playoff game this weekend, you may wonder about the business model of broadcasting HS Football. Chuck Kelly, a veteran of over 25 years in the DFW market, is the owner/GM of Metro Sports as well as its lead play-by-play voice. Kelly has served as the Voice of the Carroll Dragons for the past 18 seasons, called college baseball for the University of Oklahoma from 2005-2011 and covers the Dallas Cowboys and other Metroplex professional and college sports events for Fox Sports Radio.​

The fine folks at Allen Eyecare want to invite you to their Fall Festival...Saturday, November 20th from 12:30-2:30

Upcoming Events VIBE – Hat contest! OCT 27 Wednesday 11:30am - 1:00pm – Via Zoom DEI Speaker Series: Session #2 OCT 27 Wednesday 3:00pm - 3:00pm Ribbon Cutting - MUTTS Canine Cantina Allen 1070 Watters Creek Blvd, Allen, TX 75013 October 29th – Corporate Challenge 9:00Am – 2:00pm Adult Field Day Limited to 12 teams – 4 to a team Moderate games, nothing extreme   NOV 2 Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Accasia's Event Venue 351 Southwind Ln, Fairview, TX 75069   NOV 4 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Dallas Sidekicks 700 Central Expy. South #390 Allen, TX 75013   November 8th – Fall Golf Tournament at Heritage Ranch Registration begins at 6:45 AM - Breakfast 7:00 AM Luckiest Putt Contest 7:30 AM - Shotgun Start 8:00 AM Still lots of time to sponsor a team, register as an individual, provide items for drawing and goody bags, sponsor a contest or tee box (interactive and regular)  

On this edition of the Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce Business Spotlight, Kris Gross chats with Jesse Llamas (president) and Pablo Da Silva (head coach) of the Dallas Sidekicks. The guys discuss the Sidekicks' unique brand of soccer, what it means to be Allen's team, and much more.   dallassidekicks.com

Ribbon Cuttings: OCT 12 Tuesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Watters Creek Golf Course Please join us for a Ribbon Cutting to celebrate the remodeled golf lounge, funded by The Walker Group! 7201 Chase Oaks Boulevard, Plano, TX 75025   OCT 14 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Senior Shield Home Care Bar Louie, 190 E Stacy Road, Suite 1000, Allen, TX 75002   OCT 19 Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Toys for Tots/ Marine Corps League Collin Black Gold Harley-Davidson 1007 State Highway 121, Allen, TX 75013   OCT 22 Friday 8:30am - 9:30am – via Zoom Senior Service Alliance Speaker: Jeff Tesney, RN Topic: Primary Stroke certification and symptoms/treatment of strokes   New Members: Home Clean Heroes of McKinney and Northeast DFW/ - J&A Vision Custom Ink SignatureCare ER- PLANO The JunkLuggers of Collin County   Golf Tournament – November 8th  at Heritage Ranch Golf and Country Club Registration begins at 6:45 AM (yes, you read that right!)Breakfast 7:00 AMLuckiest Putt Contest 7:30 AMShot

Are you ready for some golfing?? Sharon Mayer, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross get you ready for the chamber golf tournament - and you need to register RIGHT NOW if you haven't already!! Plus, will Saundra Midkiff screech like a hawk?? Listen in to find out.   Ribbon Cuttings: SEP 29 Wednesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Pie 314 Everyday Eatery Fairview 148 Fountain Court, Fairview, TX 75069   SEP 30 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - TRU by Hilton Allen-Dallas TRU by Hilton Allen-Dallas, 1553 N Central Expwy, Allen, TX 75013   OCT 5 Tuesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Select Chef Inc. Profound Foods, 163 Fountain Court, Fairview, TX 75069   OCT 6 Wednesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Blackland Prairie Raptor Center Cafe Gecko, 239 Town Place, Fairview, TX 75069   OCT 7 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - West Allen Dental 880 W. Exchange Parkway, Building 1, Allen, TX 75013   New Members: West Allen Dental Accasia's Event Venue Blackland Prairie Raptor Center Kitchen Tu

Get to know one of your hometown, homegrown realtors in this edition of the Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce Business Spotlight with Angela Tucker. Angela talks with Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross about the challenges of being a realtor in this crazy housing market, and why helping people find their future homes is so rewarding.   You can reach Angela at (214) 549-1930

Sharon Mayer, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross discuss the success of the chamber gala and look ahead to the golf tournament that is right around the corner. Plus, Saundra joins the guys for a chat on upcoming events and new members.   Ribbon Cuttings: SEP 15 Wednesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - ProNail Roofing & Restoration Caddo Office Reimagined, 550 S. Watters, Allen, TX 75013   SEP 16 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Scarlett Communications Bar Louie, 190 E Stacy Road, Suite 1000, Allen, TX 75002   SEP 23 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - All Hands On Deck (AHOD) LLC - Construction Bar Louie, 190 E Stacy Road, Suite 1000     Did you know: Even if you don’t have walk in facility in Allen, can still host a Ribbon Cutting Thank you, Bar Louie for partnering with the Chamber for Ribbon Cuttings     Upcoming Events: SEP 14 Tuesday 4:00pm - 5:00pm Chamber 411: Maximize Your Membership Pie 314 Everyday Eatery Fairview, 148 Fountain Court, Fairview, TX 75069   SEP 24 Friday 8:30a

Do you have your tickets for the Chamber Gala?? Sharon Mayer, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross give one final report ahead of the gala on September 9th.   Check out the online auction before September 3rd!

Sharon Mayer, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross discuss one Allen-Fairview Chamber member who has all but written the blueprint on how to maximize your chamber membership - and what you need to learn from his example. Plus, Saundra Midkiff updates on all upcoming events.   AUG 17 Tuesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Young Chefs Academy of Allen/McKinney 939 W Stacy Road, Suite # 145, Allen, TX 75013   AUG 20 Friday 8:30am - 9:30am Senior Service Alliance Speaker: Jared Shelton, Texas Health Allen President Topic: Hospital Services Update   SEP 2 Thursday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Fatburger of Allen Texas 820 W Stacy Rd, Unit 0620 Allen, TX 75013   VIBE - Tuesday 7:30am - 9:00am   AUG 25 Wednesday 9:00am - 12:00pm Speed Job Interviews - Who is this for? Employers and Job Seekers Cost: $25 for employers, Free to Job Seekers (registration required) TRU by Hilton Allen-Dallas, 1553 N Central Expwy, Allen, TX 75013   SEP 1 Wednesday 8:30am - 10:00am START: Strong Topics & Relevant Themes Hil

Sharon Mayer joins Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross to give you the latest on the Chamber Gala which is right around the corner. But that is not all of the big events - September and October are JAM PACKED!   Plus Saundra Midkiff catches you up on the upcoming Chamber Events.   Bid NOW on the Mesquite Rodeo Suite.   AUG 3 Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - CodeRite Healthcare Consulting, Inc. 700 Central Expressway South, Ste 400, Allen, TX 75013   AUG 4 Wednesday 11:30am - 1:00pm Eggs & Issues Legislative Update with State Representative Candy Noble Hilton Garden Inn, 705 Central Expressway South   AUG 5 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Cuddly Smiles Pediatric Dentistry 600 E. Bethany Drive, Suite D, Allen, TX 75002   Annual Gala – September 7 at the Marriott – in-person! now accepting live and silent auctions items! Silent auction items minimum value is $100 – Item due before August 16 Silent Auction online only from August 23 – September 3     In the past we have asked fo

Allen Police Officers Justin Delacruz and Michael Carter of Patrol Stories join Friedo and Sharon to tell the story of the great non-profit organization designed to promote confidence in kids and teach that police officers are their friends. Plus Saundra Midkiff catches you up on the upcoming Chamber Events  JUL 20 Tuesday 7:30am - 9:00am VIBE! Sponsor & Spotlight Speaker: Kyle Harger / Frost - Banking, Investments, Insurance   JUL 27 Tuesday 7:30am - 9:00am VIBE! Sponsor & Spotlight Speaker: Samantha Morrow / Allen Dental Center   VIBE – Sponsorship Opportunity available   JUL 21 Wednesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Zach Hoefler Memorial Trust Bar Louie, 190 E Stacy Road, Suite 1000 Allen, TX 75002   JUL 22 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - North Texas Voice and Speech Bar Louie, 190 E Stacy Road, Suite 1000 Allen, TX 75002   JUL 23 Friday 8:30am - 9:30am Senior Service Alliance Speaker: Dr. Robert Schwab, Palliative Care Topic: “The Healing Power of Story”   JUL 27 Tuesday 8:00am - 11

Strangest tooth story? Dentures gone missing?? Dr. Jeff and Dr. Steve Williams from the Allen Dental Center join Kris Gross and Mark "Friedo" Friedman in this edition of The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce Business Spotlight.   Allen Dental Center: allendentist.com / 300 West Boyd Drive Allen, TX 75013 / 972-727-3941

Sharon Mayer, Saundra Midkiff, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross discuss the upcoming Chamber gala and the importance of gratitude. And it's a busy calendar of upcoming events that you DON'T want to miss!   JULY 7 - Wednesday 11:30 AM Ribbon Cutting: The Goddard School of Allen (West) 950 Stockton Drive / Allen TX 75013   JULY 9 - Friday 11:30 AM Ribbon Cutting: Joyful Assisted Living Home 713 Rolling Hills Drive / Allen TX 75002   JULY 13 - Tuesday 4:00 PM Chamber 411: Maximize Your Membership Ellen's Restaurant / 210 S. Central Expressway / Allen TX 75013   JULY 14 - Wednesday 8:30 AM START: Strong Topics and Relevant Themes Hilton Garden Inn / 705 Central Expressway S / Allen TX 75013 13 Steps to a Life Worth Living with Super Dave Quinn   JULY 15 - Thursday 11:30 AM Ribbon Cutting: Eric P Anderson, DDS 380 E. Bethany Drive, Ste 100 / Allen TX 75002   JULY 16 - Friday 11:30 AM Ribbon Cutting: InfusaLounge Wellness Spa 190 E Stacy Road, Ste 1720 / Allen TX 75002   Annual Gala - August 27 at the Marriott

Bruce Heller--who has been the key in many of the developments around town joins Sharon Mayer and Mark "Friedo" Friedman to discuss the future of The Allen Fairview Community. With nearly 41 years of design, construction and development experience, Bruce  understands and values  the need for a good team approach to every project. He and his wife Cindy formed JaRyCo Development in 2001 and continue to bring developments and jobs to the community. Currently JaRyCo Development is teaming up with the Johnson family to build the 135-acre urban-style project on Sam Rayburn Tollway and Alma Drive--The Farm Also Saundra Midkiff catches you up on the latest Chamber Events at about 24 minutes and 30 seconds into this episode.   Upcoming Events JUN 22 - Tuesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Just Tires Please join us for a Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate a New Member! 1208 W. McDermott Dr. Allen, TX 75013   JUN 24 - Thursday 5:05pm - 6:35pm 5:05 Networking - Credit Union of Texas 900 W. Bethany, Suite 100 Allen, TX 7501

Sharon Mayer, Karen Simpson, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross give you an early look at the upcoming Chamber gala - and how your business can benefit. Plus, big news on VIBE and how you can be part of the new leadership class. Registration Links: Leadership 101: https://www.allenfairviewchamber.com/event/462160/leadership-allen-fairview-101 Speed Job Interviews: https://www.allenfairviewchamber.com/event/461927/speed-job-interviews 5:05 Networking: https://www.allenfairviewchamber.com/event/462197/5:05-networking---credit-union-of-texas

Sharon Mayer, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross talk with David Ellis, Assistant Director with the Allen Economic Development Corporation. They discuss the importance of the EDC, upcoming projects, and the things you might not be aware at the EDC is doing. MAY 25 Tuesday 4:00pm - 7:00pm Spring Fling- Join us for our Spring Fling with an in person happy hour! This is a special opportunity to showcase and sell your products while building important business relationships. Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Allen 705 Central Expressway South, Allen, TX 75013 The cost for an exhibit table is $50.00 for chamber members; $70 for non-members. Each exhibitor will be provided a six-foot draped table along with two folding chairs. Please bring signage, table cover or other item to prominently show your business name. We suggest that you devise an attraction/game for your booth.  Bring a door prize. Give something away to each consumer; place a fishbowl for business cards for visitors to your booth   MAY 28- Friday 8:30am - 9