Mission Statement “It is the mission of the Rowlett Chamber of Commerce to represent the business community, promote economic well-being and quality of life.”

Chamber Board of Directors

Greg Mitchell, Chairman The Mitchell Law Firm. LP Barry Young - Past Chair Oncor Staci Thomas, EA Chair Elect Lakeside Tax & Bookkeeping Becky Encinia Chick-fil-A of Rowlett Dr. James Fowler, DC First Step Chiropractic Larry Glick Individual Sheila Hair My Computer Guy Cliff Hand Marketing Specific, Inc. Drew Howard H & S Manufacturing Company Eva Hummel Baylor Medical Center at Garland Nelda Lavender Community Bank - Rowlett Owen Lokken The Law Office of Owen Lokken, LLC Kenneth McKelroy Edward Jones Investments Pam Minatrea Texas Family Ins. Agency / Farmers Ins. Robert Montgomery, Treasurer LPMC / Lake Pointe Health Network Kim Nguyen Dry Clean USA Robbie Ryan The Ryan Insurance Agency Robbert van Bloemendaal Travel Leaders James Williams, Secretary Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Vernon Schrade - Chairman Emeritus Schrade Properties

Chamber Staff

Diane Lemmons, President Carol Prano, Membership Services

Louise Brown, Communications

Rowlett Chamber of Commerce

Office Address 3910 Main Street Rowlett, TX 75088

Mailing Address 3910 Main Street Rowlett , TX 75088-5075 Ph. 972/ 475-3200 FAX 972/ 463-1699

email: info@rowlettchamber.com

Web Site: www.rowlettchamber.com

To The Membership. . . .

The Correspondent Monthly Newsletter ~ August 2012

It’s hard to believe it’s almost August. Soon, school will start back up; high school and college football will kick in gear, and before we know it, another year will have passed. Personally, it’s also hard to believe that I’m already into the 3rd month of my tenure as Chair. As I reflect on the goals that we have as a Chamber Board, and as I have personally as Chair, I can’t help but turn my focus to finances. Like a lot of individuals and small businesses, chambers across the

country have struggled financially over the last few years. Small businesses, which are often the heart and soul of local chambers, have been some of the hardest hit. Those that have survived have often been forced to cut back on a variety of things. And while I’m a strong proponent of the value of chamber membership, funds for chamber memberships are often an easy expense to cut. As a result, the Chamber is not different than the rest of us, and the last few years have been difficult. As we have hopefully turned the corner on the worst of the economic downturn, one of my biggest goals is to get the Rowlett Chamber on firm financial footing for years to come. Our initial goal has been set to have six months of expenses in the bank. I think that the programs and initiatives that Diane Lemmons has put in place are well on their way to providing that foundation that we need financially. However, we are not looking to stop there. We have a goal of establishing a more significant “rainy day fund” or even setting up a sort of endowment like colleges have. While we are realistic that we can’t reach a billion dollar endowment like the Harvards and Stanfords of the world, we strongly believe that a $1 million fund is not unrealistic for a town of our size with the growth prospects that we believe we have. We also recognize that, because we lease space in downtown Rowlett, future development may cause us to look for a new home. We want to be proactive in preparing for these events. Without a doubt, our ambitious goal requires your help. I want to challenge each and every one of you to consider how you can assist the Chamber in this long-term goal. It may be that, as a small business, you are only able to give $50 or $100 towards the goal. However, there may also be businesses for which $10,000 or $25,000 would be the equivalent to a $50 or $100 contribution as a percentage of their budget. Please consider this over the next several months, as you will hear more in the very near future as we move aggressively to achieve this ambitious goal over the next several years. Membership in the Rowlett chamber has its many privileges, but I firmly believe that it carries with it obligations to assist when you can. Like many endeavors, what you get out of the Chamber is a direct result of what you put in. I encourage all of you to help in what way you can. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and I look forward to seeing each of you at our next luncheon as we look towards the new school year to come. Sincerely, Greg Mitchell, Chairman (972)463-8417 greg@mitchellps.com

Member Services • Membership Directory • Monthly Newsletter Electronically • Monthly Membership Luncheons • Members’ Memo Board • Member Only Referrals • Internet Exposure & Links • Newcomer Packet Participation • Ambassador Program • Business of the Month Recognition • Make a Connection • Friday Night Live Networking • Seminars New Member Services • Ribbon Cuttings & Ground Breakings • Special Recognition in Chamber Publications • Includes First Membership Luncheon • Membership Plaque • Opportunity for Discount Sponsorships in Chamber Publications Special Events • Annual Casino Night • Annual Awards Banquet • Annual Golf Tournament • Taste & Trade of Rowlett • Shop Rowlett Now Campaign • Health Fair • Job Fair Local Involvement • Leadership Rowlett • Teacher & Principal of the Month Program Information Source • Promotion of Rowlett • Member Only Referrals • City Maps & Directories • Demographics & Community Profiles

Applebee’s 4616 Lakeview Parkway Rowlett, TX 75088 972-412-2630 www.applebees.com Contacts: Toni Warner, General Manager Restaurant & Eateries Certa Pro Painters 709 W. Rusk St., Ste. 530 Rockwall, TX 75087 972-722-0062 www.certapro.com Contacts: Tammy Mancuso, Co-Owner Paint & Paint Contractors CIRRO Energy - Butch Eskridge Rowlett, TX 75088 214-607-0930 Contacts: Butch Eskridge, Authorized Agent Utilities Eagle Tire & Wheel 5120 Grisham Drive Rowlett, TX 75088 972-463-0992 Contacts: John Zanawer, Owner Tire Dealers

New Members Continue

Welcome

New Members 06/26/12 - 07/24/12

Add these new members to your Business Directory.

Thank You for your investment in Rowlett & the Chamber of Commerce.

AUGUST MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON August program will be a Networking Lunch… Where Everyone Speaks!

Every person at the luncheon will be given the opportunity to introduce yourself and a 30 second commercial on the microphone.

This is the format currently used at our Make a Connection program on Thursday mornings. We look forward to seeing you there and hearing about your business.

Host: Lake Pointe Medical Center 6300 Scenic Drive, Rowlett, TX 75088 972-412-2273 ~ www.lakepointemedical.com

Join us on August 8th at the Rowlett Community Centre - 5300 Main Street, Rowlett, TX 75088

Food Service begins at 11:30am Come early and network Guests are always welcome Bring brochures & promotional items for the Information Table.

Reservations should be made before 5:00pm Monday, August 6th

Please be aware that if you make a reservation and do not attend you must cancel by Noon on Tuesday before the luncheon or you will be invoiced.

Cost is $15.00 for Chamber Members and $20.00 for Non-Members. Remember when you make a reservation food is purchased. When you don’t show up, it costs the Chamber.

To RSVP Call 972-475-3200 or email Carol Prano at carolprano@rowlettchamber.com or go online at www.rowlettchamber.com. Or CLICK HERE and RSVP online.

RSVP & PAY ONLINE AT THE SAME! (MasterCard, Visa, & Discover)

Integrity Air Conditioning, LLC 4111 Highway 80-E, Ste 401 Mesquite, TX 75150 972-270-1244 www.integac.com Contacts: Sheila Green Heating & Air Conditioning Services / Insulating Materials Lake Pointe Painting Rowlett, TX 214-862-3662 Contacts: Tammi Black, Co-Owner Paint & Paint Contractors / Construction - Builders / General Contractors / Roofing Paychex 8605 Freeport Parkway, Ste. 100 Irving, TX 75063 214-679-1517 www.paychex.com Contacts: Mallory Dodson, Sales Representative Payroll & Human Resource Services / Employee Benefits & Consultants

RCW Productions Rowlett, TX 75088 214-536-7321 www.rockincw.com Contacts: Douglas G. Phillips, Owner Sound / Lighting Equipment Rental / Recording Studio State Senator John Carona 8080 N. Central Expressway, #1440, LB44 Dallas, TX 75206 214-378-5751 www.carona.senate.state.tx.us Contacts: Annette Ratliff, District Legis-lative Aide Government / Public Officials

Ginger Stephens, CPA PC 305 East Main Street Royse City, TX 75189 972-636-7005 www.gstephenscpa.com Contacts: Chirley Stephens, Manager Accountants - Certified Public / Accounting & Tax Service / Bookkeeping Service Green’s Automotive 5100 Grisham, Ste. 103 Rowlett, TX 75088 972-965-6572 www.greensautomotive.webs.com Contacts: Daniel Green, Owner Automobile - Repairs / Service / Parts / Body Ideal Balance 6800 Heritage Parkway, Ste 200 Rockwall, TX 75087 972-463-9100 www.ibcwc.com Contacts: Jenna Webster, Owner Chiropractors

Host :

2012-13 ROWLETT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRINTED & ONLINE DIRECTORY!

Please take a moment to review your Membership Listing on the Chamber’s website www.rowlettchamber.com

If any of that information is incorrect then we need to update our files!

Please send corrections to the Chamber staff by emailing Carol at carolprano@rowlettchamber.com or

Louise at louisebrown@rowlettchamber.com or Fax: 972-463-1699

34,000+ Copies MAILED to EVERY HOME & BUSINESS in Rowlett, including the Zip Codes of 75030, 75087, 75088 & 75089 ... DISTRIBUTED for One Year minimum at the chamber, city, events, via Ambassadors, publisher, etc. See FLYER in newsletter for more detail.

Please Mark Your Calendar For The Following Events.

BUSINESS BITES

When: Friday, August 24th at 12:00 noon

Where: 3910 Main Street (Chamber Conference Room)

Cost: $10.00 for Chamber Members & $15.00 for Potential Members (Program cost to attend includes a boxed lunch.)

Speaker: Andrea Chandler with Elite Print Management, LLC

Topic: Office Printer eating your lunch?? Menu of simple tasks to control your office printing budget.

Simple quick changes add up to instant savings To save the most you must know the most regarding your office printing

How to translate those instant savings and budget into long term efficiency for your office.

Bring a sample of your typical office print page to have it analyzed to find out what it is costing your office.

Sign up today at the chamber of commerce.

Space is Limited so Make Your Reservation: RSVP Required by 3:00pm on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 (972) 475-3200 or email: carolprano@rowlettchamber.com or RSVP online CLICK HERE

MAKE A CONNECTION

August Sponsor

RE/MAX HINET / Lucila Massey

(469) 556-6364 www.housesbylucy.com

Networking event held every Thursday, 8:00 - 9:00am at Jason’s Deli, 5601 George Bush Highway, Ste. 100. $3.00 fee for light breakfast and coffee.

Bring Plenty of Business Cards!

AUGUST BUSINESS

OF THE MONTH

6303 Dalrock Road Rowlett, TX 75088

972-412-1188

www.mycnsit.com

Presentation will be

Tuesday, August 14th 11:30 am

Join us for the plaque presentation in recognition of this outstanding Business.

JULY’S FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE

FNL treasure hunt yields door prizes & networking opportunities.

Edward Jones Investments / Kenneth McKelroy 8405 Lakeview Pkwy., Ste. 216, Rowlett, TX 75088

(972) 412-9757 - www.edwardjones.com

Four Paws Animal Hospital 5620 Rowlett Road, Rowlett, TX 75089

(972) 475-7696 - www.fourpawsinfo.com

MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING

AUGUST FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE

Friday, August 17th - 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Hosted by:

FNL will be held at Four Paws Animal Hospital

FNL networking event is a fun way to meet some great contacts for your business and have a blast doing it.

Grab your Business Cards & Let's Have SomeFun!

This is a Chamber sponsored networking event.

August Wed. Aug. 1 8:00 am Ambassadors Meet at the Chamber Office Thurs. Aug. 2 8:00 am - 9:00 am “Make A Connection” Networking Event ~ Next events: 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th Wed. Aug. 8 11:30 am Monthly Membership Luncheon @ Community Centre - 5300 Main St. Thurs. Aug. 9 11:30 am Ribbon Cutting - Paychex @ Chamber Office - 3910 Main Street Fri. Aug. 10 NOON Small Business Network Luncheon at Kyoto’s Tues. Aug. 14 11:30 am Business of the Month - Computer Network Services @ 6303 Dalrock Rd. Thurs. Aug 16 11:30 am Ribbon Cutting - Ideal Balance @ 6800 Heritage Pkwy., Ste 200, Rockwall Fri. Aug. 17 5:00 pm - 7:00pm Friday Night Live - Edward Jones Investments & Four Paws Animal Hospital @ 5620 Rowlett Road Tues. Aug. 21 8:00 am Board of Directors Meeting Thurs. Aug 23 11:30 am Ribbon Cutting - The Council law Firm, PLLC @ 701 Justin Rd., Rockwall Fri. Aug. 24 NOON Business Bites @ Chamber Conference Room Wed. Aug 29 10:00 am Ribbon Cutting - Waste Management @ City Hall, 4000 Main Street

September

Wed. Sept. 5 8:00 am Ambassadors Meet at the Chamber Office Thurs. Sept. 6 8:00 am - 9:00 am “Make A Connection” Networking Event ~ Next events: 13th,20th, 27th Wed. Sept. 12 11:30 am Monthly Membership Luncheon @ Community Centre - 5300 Main St. Tues. Sept. 18 8:00 am Board of Directors Meeting Thurs. Sept. 20 NOON 22nd Annual Golf Classic @ Waterview Golf Club - Shotgun Start Scramble Fri. Sept. 21 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Friday Night Live Fri. Sept. 28 NOON Business Bites @ Chamber Conference Room

Chamber Ambassadors

Chair James Williams - Raymond James Fin. Services Vice Chair Kim Nguyen - Dry Clean USA, Co-Chair

Tammy Alexander - Proforma Printmotions Mary Bell - Community Bank - Rowlett Mitch Brown - PayChoice Jamie Ceniceros - Anytime Fitness Doug Chandler - Elite Print Management Sandy Chase - Chase Home Physical Therapy Services Lisa Frazier - My Computer Guy Suzan Fulton - ACTOR Alisha Harrington - Jason’s Deli Cliff Hand - Recherché Furnishings Jan Hand - Recherché Furnishings. Mindy Harris - American National Bank Kevin Lawson - Lawson & Co. CPA’s Lucy Massey - Re/MAX HINET Kenneth McKelroy - Edward Jones Investments Jason Michaels - Massage Envy Pam Minatrea - Texas Family Ins. Agency Felipe Resendiz - Williams Funeral Directors Robbie Ryan - The Ryan Insurance Agency Becky Sebastian - ACTOR Tammie Slater - Bowl-a-Rama Curtis Starnes - Rest Haven Funeral Home Staci Thomas - Lakeside Tax & Bookkeeping Robbert van Bloemendaal - Travel Leaders Teresa Wallack - BIS - Health Insurance Amy Wiggins - Business Directories of Texas Chris Wilson - Lake Pointe Health Network Angela Womersley - The Home Depot Bari Woolley - First Step Chiropractic

City Council meetings are held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday - 7:30 pm

P & Z meetings are held on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday - 7:00 pm

City of Rowlett Television Network RTN 16 Video on Demand

Work Sessions are telecast at 7:00 pm on Wed. & Fri./ Sat. 12:30 pm

Your Business Ad Needs to be here!

DO NOT MISS OUT!

Phone: 972-475-3200 Fax: 972-463-1699

Business Ad runs for 3 months or longer.

Call or go online to see Ad Agreements. www.rowlettchamber.com - Under Membership

Info 3 Month Rate $120.00

(Subject to change without notice)

www.rowlettdryclean.com www.resthavenfuneral.com

www.mycomputerguy.com

BUSINESS OF THE MONTH for JULY The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce was pleased to honor Walmart as Business of the Month for July 2012. Manager, LaGrante Birth accepted the plaque. Walmart serves customers and members in the ways they want to be served. Saving people money to help them live better was the goal that Sam Walton envisioned when he opened the doors to the first Walmart more than 40 years ago. Today, this mission is more important than ever to their customers and

members. Walmart works hard every day deliver on this promise. Walmart operates with the same level of integrity and respect that Mr. Sam put in place. It is because of these values and culture that Walmart continues to make a difference in the lives of their customers, members and associates. Remember with Walmart you “Save Money . Live Better.”

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. 2501 Lakeview Parkway, Rowlett, TX 75088

214-607-9839 - www.walmart.com

Ambassador of the Month for May - Jason Michaels Massage Envy makes enjoying the therapeutic benefits of massage easy. With professional therapists, convenient hours, and affordable rates, they help busy people fit massage into their wellness program. Open late, nights and weekends. Hours may vary by clinic.

Jason Michales Massage Envy Rowlett, 4301 Lakeview Parkway, Ste. 600, Rowlett, TX 75088

972-463-0101 ~ www.massageenvy.com

Ambassador of the Month for June - Bari Woolley Eliminate Neck, Back, and Joint Pain Naturally!

First Step Chiropractic patients choose them because of their state of the art facility, their friendly staff, their over-the-top service. First Step Chiropractic is able to get great results with so many different types of patients because they utilize many different Chiropractic techniques.

Bari Woolley First Step Chiropractic, 3538 Lakeview Parkway, Ste. 100, Rowlett, TX 75088

972-412-4442 ~ www.ChiropractorRowlett.com

2012 June 27 ~ July 27

972-412-2273 www.lakepointemedical.com

972-463-8300 www.communitybank-tx.com

Thank You to our Ribbon Cutting Sponsors:

LEADERSHIP CLASS XXII APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED

Meet New People and Make New Friends Learn Your Strengths and Weaknesses Improve Your Leadership Skills Learn about Rowlett Meet Local Civic and Business Leaders

Want to Learn More? Call the Chamber at 972-475-3200 or go to website www.rowlettchamber.com

Download and Print the Sign-up form: Leadership Brochure for 2012-2013.pdf

CLICK HERE for the 2012-2013 Tentative Schedule

Hurry! This class will begin in September!

RAISING CANE'S CHICKEN FINGERS GARY FONTENOT, MANAGER

4508 Lakeview Parkway, Rowlett, TX 75088 (972) 412-7300

www.raisingcanes.com

Jul 26, 2012

CONGRATULATIONS TO BAYLOR MEDICAL CENTER AT GARLAND

U.S. News Ranks Baylor Medical Center at Garland #10 in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metro Area, Recognized in Orthopedics and Urology (Read more ... CLICK HERE)

Click here for sponsorship forms & Info

Click here for sponsorship forms & Info

Click here for sponsorship forms & Info

Business Spotlight for August

Massage Envy Spa of Rowlett has been in Rowlett for over 5 years now & provides therapeutic massage and healthy skin facials. We strive to provide everyone with a $100 experience at a price that fits everyone's budget. We have over 30 licensed massage therapists on staff and we are open 90 hours a week. Even the busiest schedule has time for stress relief! Massage Envy Spa offers 60, 90, and 120 minute customized massage sessions and 60 minute customized facial sessions. Clients can also take advantage of a free skin analysis and personal consultation with a licensed esthetician during their healthy skin facial. Our clinic is honored to have the last 3 DFW Regional Therapist of the Year; 2011 Alisyn Schreiber, 2010 Nina Almandarez, & 2009 Jason Michaels. We are very humbled to have such an excellent staff. Massage Envy Spa of Rowlett also participates in non profit community drives throughout the year such as The National Arthritis Foundation, Toy for Tots, Rowlett Animal Shelter, The Bone Marrow Foundation, & Local Food Pantries. We encourage our employees and clients alike to participate and help with the community everyone calls home. Massage Envy offers an introductory offer for first time guests of only $49.00 for an hour customized session. Monthly massage memberships are also available for $59.00 a month and that includes an hour customized session. Massage Envy Spa of Rowlett is located at 4301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 600, in the shopping center with McAlister's & Raising Canes.

Hours of Operation are: Mon-Fri 8am-10pm

Sat 8am-8pm Sun 10am-6 pm 972-463-0101

Massage Envy Spa Rowlett is owned & operated by Rowlett residents Dr. Richard & April Klics.

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