June 2009
   
 

NEWS Highlights

 



From The Chair - Marian Benson


Marian discusses the newest Chair of the Board awardee, Nolan Dietert, the ever present Talent Project Survey, and reminds us that with summer here, check out our top rated local attractions. To read the full article "From the Chair", click here.

 

 

DIETERT HONORED FOR ELDERLY CARE

Rap Council Chair Nolan Dietert was surprised with a Chair of the Board Award in the field of elderly care at the Chamber Board of Directors meeting.  Up to six individuals are chosen for the Chair of the Board Award each year. Full Article

 

CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP MOVES TOWARD BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS

The Center's Board met for their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, June 4.  Monroe Miller, Board President, presided at the meeting.   General business was the primary focus, but ideas for creating more visibility and services dominated the discussion. Full Article

 

REGISTER NOW FOR PERFECT ATTENDANCE AND TEACHER APPRECIATION CARDS

Sign up now for our popular and successful Perfect Attendance and Teacher Appreciation Cards that benefit Comal County students and teachers in our public and private schools.  Participation is FREE to your business and more than 35,000 cards are distributed each school year. Full Article

 

81st LEGISLATURE PRIORITIES REVIEWED

The recently completed 81st Texas Legislative Session saw many of the Chamber's priorities passed.  Six of seven priorities in the economic development area were passed. Full Article

 

LINKED UP- CHAMBER PROVIDES NEW INNOVATIONS

Technology is key in today's society. Enhancing the ability to communicate, providing quick access to information we need and streamlining workflow are examples of how technology is constantly evolving. Since the last issue of eNEWS, your Chamber's Communication Department has put emphasis on these core items. Full Article

 

PREMIER CUSTOMER SERVICE: ARE YOU

DELIVERING IT?

Attend NB Business University on July 21st and hear Kevin Karschnik of iSpeak present Servicing4Success-Essentials for providing premier customer service. Full Article

 

BRAUNFELS FOUNDATION HONORS MORE MIDDLE SCHOOLERS

The Braunfels Foundation Trust presented more awards to 7th and 8th graders in the Comal and New Braunfels ISDs.  Funding in part is through the Harry and Christine Dierks Memorial Fund.  Full Article

 

MAYOR'S SUMMIT FOCUSES ON TALENT PROJECT

The 3rd Mayor's Economic Summit was held in the Civic-Convention Center Thursday, June 11.  Approximately 50 invitees  were in attendance.  Attendees included Chamber board members along with representatives of the city council, 4B board, EDF, NBU, Commissioners Court, Airport board, Downtown, and other stakeholder groups in local economic development efforts. Full Article

 

TRAVEL MOBI READY FOR SOFT LAUNCH
www.nbjumpin.mobi is up and running.  We are in a soft launch mode and are working with partners to get their offers and own splash page materials in so that there is value to the smart phone user to opt in to receive text back messages. Full Article

 

THE TEXAS GREENBELT COALITION CONTINUES ORGANIZING

The Texas Greenbelt Coalition has continued to grow as an important Clean, Green Technologies Organization.  A partnership started in October 2008, around the membership of the Austin/San Antonio IH 35 Corridor Council boundaries, now boasts more than 175 people on its Linked In network. Full Article

 

"JAZZ UP YOUR BUSINESS" CONTINUES TO GROW!

Three exhibit spaces available.  Sponsorships available.  The 21st annual Business Trade Show is scheduled for September 1-2 at the New Braunfels Civic Convention Center, known as Kongresshalle. Full Article

 

CALLING ALL LEADERS - YLNB & LNB

Leadership (adults) and Youth Leadership (high schoolers) applications are available. Check out application deadlines so you don't miss out. Full Article

 

NEW MEMBERS - RIBBON CUTTINGS - RENEWALS

Find out who has recently joined the chamber by clicking here.

View the recent ribbon cutting photos by clicking here.

See who has renewed their investment in the chamber by clicking here.

 

NEW BRAUNFELS OUTER LOOP TASK FORCE

The NBOL Task Force met for the third time on Mon. June 15, at the Civic Center in New Braunfels. The Task  Force, made up of more than 40 members representing business, property owners, and governmental entities. Full Article

 

 

 

Pack the Bus will be held August 7th.  Donate today to provide much needed school supplies.

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June 26th Herald-Zeitung edition!

 

Chamber Calendar of Events

July 3- Holiday -Chamber Offices Closed

July 15- After Hours "Mixer" at Vintage Oaks

July 21- NB Business University Seminar-Session 1- 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Session 2- 1:00 PM- 4:00PM

Click Here to register

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