July 2005 • Volume 2, Issue 7

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Mike Moses To Keynote Chamber's 47th Annual New Teachers Luncheon

Deadline For Sponsorships Set July 26

Dr. Mike Moses, CEO of WestMark Systems, will be the keynote speaker at the Chamber's 47th Annual New Teachers Luncheon on Thursday, Aug. 4, at 11:30 a.m. Dr. Moses served as the Texas Commissioner of Education under Gov. George W. Bush and was previously superintendent of the Dallas Independent School District. He will discuss “The Challenge of 2085.”

More than 450 teachers are expected to attend this year's event. The New Teachers Luncheon is the longest-running event of the Richardson Chamber of Commerce and is the business community's opportunity to recognize the importance of education and show its support for Richardson ISD educators.

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New Marketing Brochure Speaks To City's Synergy

Earlier this year, the Richardson Economic Development Partnership (REDP) began work on a new marketing brochure which would highlight the strengths of Richardson as a site for business relocations, expansions and formation. The finished product was recently delivered and is now being distributed.

"This is the finest marketing tool Richardson has had in years," said John Jacobs, senior vice president, REDP. "We are so pleased with the results and have been receiving extremely positive feedback. It is really going to be a significant tool for us as we work to recruit companies to Richardson."

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Chamber Members Showcase Businesses, Network At Annual Expo

2005-2006 Business Directory Makes Its Debut

More than 280 attended the Chamber's Prime Time Business Expo on June 22 at the Richardson Civic Center.

 

More than 100 exhibiting businesses and 280 attendees participated in the Chamber's Prime Time Business Expo on June 22 at the Richardson Civic Center. It was the biggest showcase of member companies in recent years, said Ellie Jackson, director of membership for the Chamber.

Exhibitors included existing members as well as new members who joined during the May membership drive.

"This was our first time at the Prime Time Business Expo and actually our first event with the Chamber and it has been great. It was nicely arranged and a good opportunity to make business contacts and learn more about other businesses in the Chamber," said new member Adrienne Linch, Linch Computer/Network Services.

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•  Mike Moses To Keynote Chamber's 47th Annual New Teachers Luncheon
•  New Marketing Brochure Speaks To City's Synergy
•  Chamber Members Showcase Businesses, Network At Annual Expo


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