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SUMMARY:Birds of Prey
DESCRIPTION:Sky Kings Falconry demonstrates the athleticism and speed of raptors living in the Rio Grande Valley with a live demonstration on June 15 at Quinta Mazatlan. \nThe Wildlife Revealed free-flight program focuses on the natural history\, unique traits and the extraordinary abilities of these incredible animals. Sky Kings Falconry is dedicated to the education and preservation of our wildlife and employing its natural abilities to correct environmental issues. The team at Sky Kings has been working with raptors and other animals for more than nine years for public education and environmentally friendly bird abatement. \nThursday Night Live takes place Thursday evenings in June – August from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and are sponsored by South Texas Health System Childrens\, Freels Orthodontics\, Whataburger and Radisson Hotel. The park admission is $5 per person which includes the program and can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/birds-of-prey/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding Science Study With Timothy Brush
DESCRIPTION:Timothy Brush\nQuinta Mazatlan welcomes presenter Timothy Brush on June 1 as he shares what he has learned and is still learning about Valley birds. \nGreen Jays and Clay-colored Thrushes are tropical birds that many birders love to see. While they are often seen at nature centers and refuges\, they are also readily seen in towns and cities around the Rio Grande Valley. Brush has been conducting a bird-banding study of these birds since March 2018 to better understand their lives in our area. Bird banding is a federally regulated process which requires extensive training to ensure the safety of the birds. \nBrush is a retired professor of Biology who taught at UT Rio Grande Valley and has studied Valley birds for more than 30 years. He enjoys sharing what he has learned and is still learning about Valley Birds. \nTickets for this presentation are $3 per person and are available for purchase at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/bird-banding-science-study-with-timothy-brush/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:Friday With The City: Broadband BTX: Past\, Present and Future
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville hosts “Friday With The City: Broadband BTX: Past\, Present and Future” on May 26. During this session\, attendees will hear from Jorge Cardenas\, director of Enterprise Applications for the City of Brownsville\, on the past\, present and future of Broadband in Brownsville. \nFriday with the City is an initiative of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville aimed at providing an update to the community about the growth\, progress and future of the city. \nThe public may submit questions for the presenters online. \nThis event is free with an RSVP.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/friday-with-the-city-broadband-btx-past-present-and-future/
LOCATION:Brownsville Events Center\, 1 Events Center Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Lydia E. Mount
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for its Speaker Series featuring Attorney-Mediator Lydia E. Mount on March 25. Mount will speak on how to protect you\, your passion\, ideas\, business and brand. \nTo RSVP\, contact Retention Specialist Mariela Hinojosa at 956-682-2871 or mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/speaker-series-lydia-e-mount/
LOCATION:McAllen Chamber of Commerce\, 1200 Ash Ave.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:Growing Resilient Tomatoes
DESCRIPTION:Quinta Mazatlan welcomes Stephanie Kasper on May 18 to discuss tomato care in South Texas\, including seed starting tips\, trellis options\, disease prevention\, and variety recommendations based on four years of trials at UTRGV’s Hub of Prosperity Farm in Edinburg. There will also be a tomato tasting to follow the presentation. \nKasper is a sustainable agriculture researcher and farm manager at UTRGV’s Hub of Prosperity Farm. She’s passionate about all kinds of resilient local food production\, especially tomatoes. This will be her ninth tomato growing season and sixth season in the Rio Grande Valley. \nTickets are $3 per person and are available for purchase at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. \nFor more information\, contact Quinta Mazatlán or follow Quinta Mazatlán on social media.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/growing-resilient-tomatoes/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Workforce Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce for a Lunch & Learn about Workforce Solutions on May 17. Josue “Josh” Vasquez and Elena Pacheco of Workforce Solutions will share information on the network of workforce development partners that offer a range of programs and services designed to help job seekers find employment and employers find skilled workers. \nRegistration is required with a limited amount of spots available. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/lunch-learn-workforce-solutions/
LOCATION:Mission EDC\, 801 Bryan Road\, Mission\, TX\, 78572\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:CEO Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on May 23 a candid discussion on the future of business. U.S. Small Business Administration Lower Rio Grande Valley District Director Angela Burton will speak about solutions for small business challenges. \nSeating is limited. \nTo RSVP\, contact Retention Specialist Mariela Hinojosa 956-682-2871 or mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/ceo-roundtable/
LOCATION:South Texas Health System Heart\, 1900 South D Street\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:1 Million Cups
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for 1 Million Cups on May 10 where VeggyDog and Devstar will present about their services. One Million Cups provides a supportive\, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and the community to gather and connect\, where you can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/1-million-cups-3/
LOCATION:McAllen Chamber of Commerce\, 1200 Ash Ave.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:Women Empowering Women - Cassandra Consiglio
DESCRIPTION:The Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce hosts Cassandra Consiglio for its May installment of Women Empowering Women on May 4. The director of the Harlingen Convention and Visitors Bureau will share her story of inspiration\, unity and strength. \nTickets are $15 for chamber members\, $20 for non-members. Must RSVP to attend. \nCall 956-423-5440 or email aalvarez@harlingen.com to claim your spot.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/women-empowering-women-cassandra-consiglio/
LOCATION:Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce\, 311 E. Tyler Ave.\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:McAllen Chamber Speaker Series: Robert Garza
DESCRIPTION:The McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosts its Speaker Series featuring Robert Garza on April 27. Garza will give a general understanding of business financial planning\, from executive benefits\, contingency planning and more. \nThis event is free for chamber members\, $15 for non-members. \nTo RSVP\, contact Retention Specialist Mariela Hinojosa at 956-682-2871 or mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/mcallen-chamber-speaker-series-robert-garza/
LOCATION:McAllen Chamber of Commerce\, 1200 Ash Ave.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:The Future of Small Business Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for The Future of Small Business Luncheon on April 24. Special guests are Texas Association of Business President/CEO Glenn Hamer and Chairman Massey Villarreal. \nThe TAB Is the Texas State Chamber\, representing companies of every size and Industry. TAB’s purpose Is to champion the best business climate In the world\, unleashing the power of free enterprise to enhance lives for generations. \nTickets are $50 per person\, $600 for a reserved table of eight. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/the-future-of-small-business-luncheon/
LOCATION:Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport\, 2721 South 10th Street\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:State of the City: Launching The Future of BTX
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and the City of Brownsville join Mayor Trey Mendez for his final State of the City Address on April 19. \nLocal businesses\, community stakeholders\, constituents\, and regional leaders are invited to join the in-person event showcasing the accomplishments of the City of Brownsville over the last year. Registration opens at 11 a.m. with an opportunity to network prior to the start of the program. For those unable to join in person\, the address will be live on the City of Brownsville YouTube channel. \nSingle tickets are $50. \nRSVP in advance.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/state-of-the-city-launching-the-future-of-btx/
LOCATION:Brownsville Event Center\, 1 Event Center\, Brownsville\, 78526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T113000
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SUMMARY:Edinburg Chambers Public Affairs Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz\nThe Edinburg Chamber of Commerce welcomes area leaders to attend its quarterly Public Affairs Luncheon on April 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz will bring insight into her top priorities for the 118th Congressional Session. \nDe La Cruz was sworn in on Jan. 7 and is the first Latina and first Republican to represent the 15th Congressional District of Texas in the United States House of Representatives. Her district spans from Hidalgo County in the Rio Grande Valley northward to Seguin in Guadalupe County\, and to the east of San Antonio. \nThe luncheon will take place at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. The event will be live-streamed on the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce Facebook page for free viewing. \nLimited tickets and tables are available for purchase by calling the Edinburg Chamber.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/edinburg-chambers-public-affairs-luncheon/
LOCATION:Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance\, 118 Paseo del Prado\, Edinburg\, 78539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Edinburg Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:chamber@edinburg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T100000
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SUMMARY:Business Over Breakfast - Dr. Jesus Roberto Rodriguez
DESCRIPTION:Join the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce for Business Over Breakfast on April 13 with Dr. Jesus Roberto Rodriguez\, president of Texas Southmost College. The morning includes complimentary breakfast and networking with local business communities. \nThis event is free. For more information\, email aalvarez@harlingen.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/business-over-breakfast-dr-jesus-roberto-rodriguez/
LOCATION:Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce\, 311 E. Tyler Ave.\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T133000
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SUMMARY:Inquieta Women Maximizing Their Impact 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation for Inquieta Women Maximizing Their Impact 2023 on April 11. The free luncheon event has a mission of empowering all RGV women. Learn about available local and state resources and hear powerful testimonials from diverse women leaders and their career journeys. \nMust be registered to attend. This is a limited seating event; registrations are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/inquieta-women-maximizing-their-impact-2023/
LOCATION:Brownsville Events Center\, 1 Events Center Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation":MAILTO:Administration@greaterbrownsville.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
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SUMMARY:Importance of Bees
DESCRIPTION:It’s pollinating season! Quinta Mazatlán hosts Glenn Simpson on March 30 as he gives information on the importance of bees. Additionally\, Simpson will also have a table set up with products from Bay Bees to take home. \nTickets are $3 and available online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/importance-of-bees/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
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SUMMARY:Lies and Creativity: The Link Between Creative Thinking and Fibbing
DESCRIPTION:The American Advertising Federation – RGV hosts a luncheon on March 21 with Brenda Hernandez presenting “Lies and Creativity: The Link Between Creative Thinking and Fibbing.”  \nHernandez is currently a freelance copywriter after doing harrowing work at Peloton\, Anomaly\, Condé Nast\, Remezcla\, Yard\, Young Heroes and LatinWorks. She’s done work for big brands such as Peloton\, Google\, Ally Bank\, Victoria’s Secret\, Target\, Johnnie Walker\, Budweiser\, Crown Royal\, Buchanan’s\, Converse\, Cine Las Américas\, Snickers and M&Ms. \nHernandez is a Rio Grande Valley native and a graduate of UTRGV legacy institution\, UTPA. \nRegister online in advance. Registration is required.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/lies-and-creativity-the-link-between-creative-thinking-and-fibbing/
LOCATION:Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport\, 2721 South 10th Street\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Advertising Federation - Rio Grande Valley":MAILTO:aafrgv@rgv.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
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SUMMARY:SPI Coffee & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce March 9 for “Coffee and Conversation” at Padre Island Brewing Co. Guest speaker is Scott Vandenburg of Origins Recovery Center. Get to know the center and what services it provides\, benefits to the community and more.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/spi-coffee-conversation-6/
LOCATION:Padre Island Brewing Company\, 3400 Padre Blvd.\, South Padre Island\, TX\, 78597\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
ORGANIZER;CN="South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@spichamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T100000
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SUMMARY:CEO Round Table
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on Feb. 28 for a candid discussion surrounding the future of business and a recap of the McAllen Day in Austin event. \nAfter the discussion\, guests will receive a private tour of the STHS facilities. \nSeating is limited\, RSVP with the chamber.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/ceo-round-table-2/
LOCATION:South Texas Health Systems Heart Hospital\, 500 E Ridge Road\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230210T093000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
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SUMMARY:Friday With The City: Revitalizing Downtown Brownsville
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville hosts Friday with the City on Feb. 10. During this session\, attendees will learn of the great projects\, restaurants and businesses in Downtown Brownsville. \nFriday with the City is an initiative of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville aimed at providing an update to the community about the growth\, progress\, and future of the city. \nSubmit your questions for the presenters online. \nThis event is free with an RSVP.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/friday-with-the-city-revitalizing-downtown-brownsville/
LOCATION:Brownsville Event Center\, 1 Event Center\, Brownsville\, 78526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
ORGANIZER;CN="Brownsville Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@brownsvillechamber.com
GEO:25.9621367;-97.4880968
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
CREATED:20230125T171032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T171032Z
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SUMMARY:Women Empowering Women - Beverly Ticer Loftus
DESCRIPTION:Harlingen EDC’s Interim Manager and CEO Beverly Ticer Loftus joins the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce as its keynote speaker for Women Empowering Women on Feb. 2. Participants will have lunch while listening to Loftus share her powerful story of inspiration\, unity and strength. \nSeating is limited\, RSVPs are required. Admission is $15 for chamber members\, $20 for non-members. \nCall the chamber or email aalvarez@harlingen.com to reserved a spot.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/women-empowering-women-beverly-ticer-loftus/
LOCATION:Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce\, 311 E. Tyler Ave.\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
CREATED:20230125T165353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T165353Z
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SUMMARY:SPI Quarterly Public Affairs Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce presents its Public Affairs Luncheon on Jan. 31 with guest speaker Glenn Hamer\, president/CEO of the Texas Association of Business. \nTAB is one of the largest voices for small business in the state of Texas\, especially during a legislative session. \nTickets are $25 for chamber members and $30 for future members. Reservations made on the day of the luncheon or walk-ins will be $30 for everyone. \nSeating is limited\, reservations are required. \nRegister online or by calling the chamber.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/spi-quarterly-public-affairs-luncheon/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Resort SPI\, 100 Padre Blvd.\, South Padre Island\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@spichamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
CREATED:20230125T011542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T161241Z
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SUMMARY:Congressional Update Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce for the Congressional Update Luncheon for a nonpartisan conversation on Jan. 31 with Thomas M. Sullivan\, vice president of Small Business Policy of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. \nAs the 118th Congress convenes in the nation’s capital to debate\, consider and vote on key pieces of legislation\, Senator John Cornyn and Congressman Vicente Gonzalez will provide a virtual update on the challenges American businesses are facing and how Congress plans to solve these challenges. \nTickets are $50 per person and are open to members and non-members of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/congressional-update-luncheon/
LOCATION:Brownsville Event Center\, 1 Event Center\, Brownsville\, 78526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownsville Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@brownsvillechamber.com
GEO:25.9621367;-97.4880968
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230127T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
CREATED:20230125T010535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T010646Z
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SUMMARY:Friday With The City: City of Brownsville Update
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville hosts Friday with the City on Jan. 27. During this session\, attendees will get an update on the growth happening within the City of Brownsville. \nFriday with the City is an initiative of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville aimed at providing an update to the community about the growth\, progress\, and future of the city. \nThe public may submit questions for presenters online. \nRSVP in advance for no charge. \nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/friday-with-the-city-city-of-brownsville-update-2/
LOCATION:Brownsville Event Center\, 1 Event Center\, Brownsville\, 78526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownsville Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@brownsvillechamber.com
GEO:25.9621367;-97.4880968
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230124T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
CREATED:20230117T202520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T202737Z
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SUMMARY:CEO Round Table
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce its CEO Round Table\, a candid discussion surrounding the future of business on Jan. 24. \nThis new round table series will be a chamber member offering monthly. After a discussion\, guests will receive a private tour of the South Texas Health Systems facilities. \nThe morning includes complimentary coffee and pastries. Seating is limited. \nRSVP by contacting Mariela Hinojosa.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/ceo-round-table/
LOCATION:South Texas Health System McAllen\, 301 West Expy 83\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mariela Hinojosa":MAILTO:mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230117T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
CREATED:20230109T202223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T202223Z
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SUMMARY:AAF Luncheon - Small Has Never Been So Big
DESCRIPTION:The American Advertising Federation – Rio Grande Valley hosts a luncheon with guest speaker Franco Cabalerro on Jan.17. Cabalerro’s address\, “Small Has Never Been So Big\,” details how small business ad campaigns are earning big international recognition at major awards shows. \nRegistration is required\, along with payment in full advance of the event. Registration is $25 for members\, $30 non-members and non-member guests\, and $20 for students. \nRegister online. \nAbout Franco Cabalerro\nCabalerro spent nearly a decade as a copywriter and creative director before transitioning into strategic and business leadership. He’s moved through the agency space of Bromely Communications\, LatinWorks\, Wieden + Kennedy\, Remezcla\, EP+ Co\, and YMLY&R. Cabalerro spent a sweet five years with Dieste as an associate creative director for Hershey’s\, Reese’s Kit Kat among others before moving into the creative strategist role. Now\, he’s back at Dieste as the Integrated Strategy Lead – Multicultural\, supporting integrated multicultural strategy efforts for AT&T on behalf of key Omnicom partner agencies. \nCabalerro grew up in the Rio Grande Valley and graduated from UT Pan American in 2006 with a degree in Advertising and a minor in Spanish. He and his wife\, Elsa\, along with their daughter and French bulldog live in Dallas.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/aaf-luncheon-small-has-never-been-so-big/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton\, 800 Convention Center Blvd.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
ORGANIZER;CN="American Advertising Federation - Rio Grande Valley":MAILTO:aafrgv@rgv.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230113T093000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
CREATED:20230109T195047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T195047Z
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SUMMARY:Friday With The City: City of Brownsville Update
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville hosts Friday with the City on Jan. 13. During this session\, will attendees receive an update on the growth happening within the City of Brownsville. \nFriday with the City is an initiative of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville to provide an update to the community about the growth\, progress and future of the city. \nParticipants may submit questions in advance online. Admission is no cost with RSVP. \nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce. Those interested in sponsorships should contact Astrid Rosales at membership@brownsvillechamber.com or at 956-542-4341.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/friday-with-the-city-city-of-brownsville-update/
LOCATION:Brownsville Event Center\, 1 Event Center\, Brownsville\, 78526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
ORGANIZER;CN="Brownsville Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@brownsvillechamber.com
GEO:25.9621367;-97.4880968
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
CREATED:20230103T190231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T190231Z
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SUMMARY:SPI Coffee & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce on Jan. 12 for “Coffee and Conversation” at Padre Island Brewing Co. \nGuest speakers Dr. Joe Ybarra and Wes Robinson will give a hospital and healthcare update. Ybarra is an Island physician and Robinson is the CNO/vice president of clinical services at Harlingen Medical Center.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/spi-coffee-conversation-5/
LOCATION:Padre Island Brewing Company\, 3400 Padre Blvd.\, South Padre Island\, TX\, 78597\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@spichamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
CREATED:20221128T210304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T210304Z
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SUMMARY:SPI Coffee And Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce Dec. 8 for “Coffee and Conversation” at Padre Island Brewing Co. \nFind 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.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/spi-coffee-and-conversation/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T073202
CREATED:20221116T205117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T205129Z
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SUMMARY:Despierta Brownsville: Texas Legislature 101
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nWith its responsibility to pass the budget and its ability to pass bills affecting commerce\, the legislature has a major impact on the state of business in Texas. \nAttendees will learn:\n\nWhat the Texas Legislature is\nHow to engage with legislators\nWhat happens after the legislative session\n\nDespierta Brownsville is a quarterly series tackling community issues impacting the City of Brownsville. The public may submit questions for speakers online. \nRegistration is $25 for Brownsville Chamber members\, $30 for non-members. Register online. \nFor more information or assistance registering for the event\, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/despierta-brownsville-texas-legislature-101/
LOCATION:Historic Alonso Building\, 510 E. St. Charles St.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
ORGANIZER;CN="Brownsville Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@brownsvillechamber.com
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