Speakers
Events
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State of Education Luncheon
Region One Service Center 1900 W. Schunior Street, Edinburg, TX, United StatesRonnie Larralde, Veronica Gonzales and Michael Williamson The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce hosts its quarterly Public Affairs Luncheon on Aug. 9 with the topic “State of Our Education." Attendees of the luncheon will learn about the advancements and challenges facing Edinburg's educational institutions. Featured panelists include UTRGV President Guy Bailey, Edinburg CISD Superintendent Mario H. Salinas and State Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa. Hinojosa, who is active on the Standing Committee…
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Buenas Tardes Luncheon – Community Leader Spotlight 2022
Mission Event Center 200 South Shary Road, Mission, TX, United StatesThe Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce presents its Buenas Tardes Luncheon Aug. 10 with a community leader spotlight. The event includes Anabell Cardona, president and CEO of Valley Grande Institute; Cliffe Killam, president and CEO of Killam Development; and Francisco Ochoa Jr., CEO of Taco Palenque. In-person tickets are $50. Table sponsorships for a table of eight are available for $425. For more information, contact vicepresident@missionchamber.com or call the chamber…
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McAllen ISD Town Hall Meeting: Safety & Security
McAllen High School Auditorium 2021 La Vista Ave., McAllen, TX, United StatesJoin McAllen ISD on Aug. 18 for a presentation and discussion on safety and security measures the district has in place for the protection of students and staff at the schools. This event is free at the McAllen High School Auditorium. For more information, call 956-928-8990.
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Legislative Update Luncheon 2022
Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport 2721 South 10th Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesJoin the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce on Aug. 25 to discuss our legislative updates at the Legislative Update Luncheon 2022. State legislators present a summary of how recent bills will affect business, education, health, transportation, etc. There will be an open Q&A session for those in attendance. Tickets are $50 for individuals, $600 for a reserved table for eight people. Contact the RGVHCC office for reserved tables. Buy tickets online.
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Growth With Intention
Brownsville Event Center 1 Event Center, Brownsville, United StatesIvette Mayo, CEO of YoSoyIam LLC, speaks on Growth with Intention on Sept. 14 at the Brownsville Events Center. As much as you desire to get things done, it seems difficult at times. You may feel weighed down by the uncertainty and constant change in the world. Even though you push forward, you still lack the satisfaction one should feel when an important task is completed. Know that you are…
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Make a Fun and Simple Backyard Habitat
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesAllen Williams Transform a portion of your yard into a welcoming place for birds and butterflies this fall. Allen Williams, landscape habitat specialist at PSJA ISD, goes over the key components that you need to address to do so on Sept. 22 at Quinta Mazatlan. To help you grow your “edible” garden for wildlife, the native nursery “Blue Mockingbird” will also be selling native plants to take home. Williams became…
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AAF-RGV Luncheon Featuring Sean Thompson
Embassy Suites by Hilton 800 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen, TX, United StatesJoin the American Advertising Federation – Rio Grande Valley for a luncheon on Sept. 27 featuring Sean Thompson, the co-founder of lookthinkmake. Thompson will speak on "Turning Spaces Into Places: Building Brands for Community Destinations." From remarkable buildings to beloved neighborhoods, and city districts to community parks, we all have places we love to be. But how do those places get their start? This luncheon addresses the elements that create…
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Native Plant Sale & Talk With Mike Heep
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesMike Heep Quinta Mazatlan kicks off Native Plant Month in Texas on Oct. 6 with a native plant sale and Mike Heep’s presentation, “Landscaping with Native Plants.” Heep will focus on a wide variety of the Rio Grande Valley’s native plants and information on how to diversify your garden with local specialties that help sustain the ecological and biodiversity of the region. South Texas native plants are the ecological basis…
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SPI Coffee & Conversation
Padre Island Brewing Company 3400 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, United StatesThe South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce hosts its Coffee and Conversation on Oct. 13 with guest speaker Teri Capistran, superintendent of Point Isabel ISD. Explore the opportunities to engage with students and educators to meet the workforce needs of businesses. Coffee and Conversation will also be on Facebook live @spichamber.
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SPI Coffee & Conversation
Padre Island Brewing Company 3400 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, United StatesJoin the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 10 for an update on what is going on with the Laguna Blvd. project. Special guests are Mayor Patrick McNulty and City Manager Randy Smith. The conversation will also air on Facebook Live @spichamber.
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Despierta Brownsville: Texas Legislature 101
Historic Alonso Building 510 E. St. Charles St., Brownsville, TX, United StatesThe Brownsville Chamber of Commerce's Governmental Advocacy Committee presents Despierta Brownsville: Texas Legislature 101 on Nov. 29. Business leaders, small business owners, and entrepreneurs may join the conversation on how the Texas Legislature has a major impact on commerce across the State of Texas. Guest speaker is Texas Senator Eddie Lucio Jr., District 27. With its responsibility to pass the budget and its ability to pass bills affecting commerce, the…
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SPI Coffee And Conversation
Join the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce Dec. 8 for "Coffee and Conversation" at Padre Island Brewing Co. Find out why animal shelters are so important to the community. Jackie Conrad, FOAR executive director, shares the important services FOAR provides for residents and tourists.