Membership Services and Outreach

“INSIDE THE CHAMBER”

“Inside the Chamber” airs each Wednesday afternoon from 12:30 to 1pm on KGNB AM 1420. KGNB News Director David Ferguson hosts the program as he interviews Chamber President Michael Meek on the week’s activities. Be sure to “tune-into” Inside the Chamber” each Wednesday afternoon from 12:30 to 1pm on KGNB AM 1420. Click Here to access the podcast site or you can subscribe via iTunes.

BANQUET TO KICK OFF 2010

The 91st Chamber banquet is set for January 29 in the New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center and is the unofficial kick-off to the New Year for the business community. It will be an evening you don’t want to miss! The theme is Destination: NB 2020 with keynoter Dr. Mark Dotzour. Attendees will receive a served dinner, special gift memento and the unveiling of the Besserung Award will occur. Following the brief program, the ballroom will be alive with music from “Two tons of Steel”. If you have not purchased your tickets to the “after party” there is still time. Call the Chamber today! DESTINATION: NB 2020 Website

NEW BLUE COAT TEAMS FORMED FOR 2010

2010 Captains and Co-Captains met in Honors Hall on January 13 to pick their new teams for the year’s Blue Coat team competition. Captains are Bill Kotylo, Moe Schwab and Stoney Williams. Co-Captains include Barron Casteel, Jackie Heitkamp, Bob Rayfield, Sally Singley, Joe Timmins and Cora Jane Welsch. Each team was assigned two prospective Blue Coats. Prospective Blue Coats for 2010 are Cheryl Casteel, Rob Clark, Melissa Etheredge, Allison Dietert Humphries, Jeff Lindley and Suzanne Williams. The competition kicks off in January and will continue through December. Recognition will be given to the team with the best attendance record and for the most new dollars collected at the Blue Coat “mixers” scheduled throughout the year.

“INSIDE THE CHAMBER”

“Inside the Chamber” airs each Wednesday afternoon from 12:30 to 1pm on KGNB AM 1420. KGNB News Director David Ferguson hosts the program as he interviews Chamber President Michael Meek on the week’s activities. Be sure to “tune-into” Inside the Chamber” each Wednesday afternoon from 12:30 to 1pm on KGNB AM 1420. Click Here to access the podcast site or you can subscribe via iTunes.

2010 “MIXERS” SCHEDULED

A complete list of 2010 “mixers” has been created and is now on the Chamber’s website. You may view the list by clicking here. A printed copy of the “mixer” dates will be sent out in a couple of weeks and will also include your 2010 Membership Card. This Membership Card will be your ticket for all “mixers”.

BANQUET TO KICK OFF 2010

The 91st Chamber banquet is set for January 29 in the New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center and is the unofficial kick-off to the new year for the business community. It will be an evening you don’t want to miss! Sponsorships are available in multiple categories that will give positive exposure to your business or organization. The theme is Destination: NB 2020 with keynoter Dr. Mark Dotzour. Following the brief program, the ballroom will be alive with music from “Two tons of Steel”. Attendees will receive a special gift memento and the unveiling of the Besserung Award will occur.

BLUE COAT NOMINEES FOR 2010 SET

The Chamber Blue Coat organization held their annual meeting in December and reviewed a successful year of over 100 events worked. Susan Granzin, Susan Heidrich, Roger Tuttle and Dib Waldrip were eligible for senior status and were voted on and six openings created for 2010. Nominated to fill those new positions were Cheryl Casteel of Casteel and Casteel, Rob Clark of Vickrey & Associates, Melissa Etheredge of First State Bank, Allison Dietert Humphries of Property Professionals, and Jeff Lindley of The Lindley Company. Prospective new Blue Coats have an attendance requirement to meet throughout 2010 as well as certain levels of membership sales.

GET INVOLVED

Committee Preference Forms were emailed to the membership in December. If you would like to be involved on a working committee during 2010, please click here and fill out the Committee Preference Form and email it to phyllis@nbcham.org as soon as possible. Remember, to serve on a committee, you must be a designated representative of your business with the Chamber.

“INSIDE THE CHAMBER”

“Inside the Chamber” airs each Wednesday afternoon from 12:30 to 1pm on KGNB AM 1420. KGNB News Director David Ferguson hosts the program as he interviews Chamber President Michael Meek on the week’s activities. Be sure to “tune-into” Inside the Chamber” each Wednesday afternoon from 12:30 to 1pm on KGNB AM 1420. Click Here to access the podcast site or you can subscribe via iTunes.

BANQUET PHOTOGRAPHS

CLICK HERE TO VIEW PHOTOS FROM THE 91st Annual BANQUET.

GET INVOLVED

Committee Preference Forms were emailed to the membership in December. If you would like to be involved on a working committee during 2010, please click here and fill out the Committee Preference Form and email it to phyllis@nbcham.org as soon as possible. Remember, to serve on a committee, you must be a designated representative of your business with the Chamber.

2010 MEMBERSHIP CARDS IN THE MAIL

Your 2010 Membership Card along with a “Mixer” Schedule, list of Member-To-Member Discount participants, and a Year in Review & Plan of Action Chamber Magazine were mailed to the membership on February 9th. REMEMBER, printed invitations are no longer being mailed and members will need to present their Membership Card to the Chamber staff at each “Mixer” event. Membership Cards were only sent to the designated representative of each business with the Chamber.

FIRST CHAIR OF BOARD AWARD FOR 2010 BESTOWED

Carolyn Casey of Home Instead Senior Care is the recipient of the first Chamber Chair of the Board Award for 2010. Chair-Elect Corey Hall announced the honor at today’s Chamber Board of Directors meeting. Casey was honored in the field of elderly care. Her firm’s “Be a Santa to a Senior” Program has over the last six years collected, wrapped and distributed more than 1,000 gifts for area seniors who were alone for the holidays. Casey opened the local office of Home Instead Senior Care in 2001 and their caregivers assist clients with a variety of daily activities that improves the quality of life and helps the elderly in our area maintain their independence. Congratulations, Carolyn!

CCJLA HOSTS CHAMBER “MIXER”

Over 350 Chamber members attended the February Business After Hours Membership “Mixer”; The Comal County Junior Livestock Association and Copper Ridge sponsored the event at the Comal County Fairgrounds. Door prize winners were H.A. Brotze, James Cartwright and Tim Rush. The mystery member was Aja Edwards of ERA D. Lee Edwards Realty, Inc. and the 10th person to shake her hand and win $10 was Greg Lutz of Wells Fargo Bank. Not present to win the $1,200 Chamber cash drawing was Theresa Ogg of Geary Securities, Inc. Maybe next time Theresa! The next “mixer” is Thursday, March 11 from 5:30 to 7:30pm at Natural Bridge Caverns. Hope to see you there!

MARCH “MIXER” DRAWS HUGE CROWD

Over 350 Chamber members attended the March Business After Hours Membership “Mixer” at Natural Bridge Caverns. Sponsors for the “mixer” included 360 Personal Fitness, Natural Bridge Caverns, the Vineyards Restaurant, Trotter & Morton and Wright Distributing Co., Inc. Door prize winners were Annette Alexander, Kim Evans of SERVPRO, Glyn Goff, Allison Dietert Humphries of Property Professionals, Inc., Roy Linnartz, Jean Prochazka, and Dennis Schwab. The mystery member was Sonya Chapa Weber and the 10th person to shake her hand and win $10 was Royce Gaida. The lucky winner of the $1,250 Chamber cash drawing was Weldon Preiss of Natural Bridge Caverns. Congratulations, Weldon! The next “mixer” is scheduled for Thursday, April 15th at New Braunfels Aero Service at the airport. Hope to see you there!

APRIL “MIXER” TAKES OFF!

The April Business After Hours Membership "Mixer" held at New Braunfels Aero Service, had a turn out of over 200 members. Not present to win the $50 Chamber Cash Prize drawing was Tommy Hill with the Guadalupe Blanco River Authority. Door Prize winners were Joe Timmins, Kookie Barboza, Wynn Wallace with NB Mattress Futon’s/ Furnishings, Ronald Schmid with Texas Heritage Construction, Noreen Sippel. The Mystery Member was Jesus “Tony” Elias of Tony’s Taxi and the 10th person to shake his hand and win $10 was Ben Baker with the Courtyard by Marriott River Village. A big applause goes out to the “Mixer” sponsors: New Braunfels Aero Service, 2Tarts Catering, and Wright Distributing.

We hope you will join us for networking, door prizes, Chamber Cash Drawing ($100) and more at the next “Mixer” being held at Rockin R’ River Rides in Gruene on May 19th. For directions and more information click here.

BLUE COATS RECOGNIZED AT “MIXER”

Over 60 Blue Coats attended a Blue Coat “mixer” in Honors Hall on April 27. Chair of the Board Larry Hammonds thanked the Blue Coats for their dedication in supporting Chamber members by attending ribbon cuttings, ground breakings, etc. Hammonds introduced the 2010 prospective Blue Coats which include Cheryl Casteel of Casteel & Casteel, Rob Clark of Vickrey & Associates, Melissa Etheredge of First State Bank, Allison Dietert Humphries of Property Professionals, Inc., Jeff Lindley of The Lindley Company, and Suzanne Williams of NBU. Stoney Williams was recognized as Blue Coat of the Quarter and Joe Timmins received the Sr. Blue Coat of the Quarter.

MAY “MIXER” HELD AT ROCKIN R’

Over 300 Chamber members attended the Business After Hours Membership “Mixer” at Rockin’ R River Rides in Gruene. Sponsors included Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que, Rockin’ R River Rides and Wright Distributing Co., Inc. Door prize winners were Debbie Bright of New Braunfels Title Co., Shirley Hauptrief of Petals to Go, Melissa Ochler of YMCA of Comal County, Casey Rember of Nationwide Ins., Theresa Romero of Braman Wine, and April Weilbacher of 2tarts Catering. The mystery member was Melissa Etheredge and the 10th person to shake her hand and win $10 was Donna Cowey of Century 21 United-Action Realty. Not present to win the $100 Chamber cash drawing was Gregg Goebel of Gregg Goebel Appraisals. Maybe next time Gregg. The next “mixer” is June 10th at the Elk’s Lodge.

GRANDSTANDER AWARD TO BE PRESENTED AT BOARD MEETING

Over 130 Chamber leaders and guests attended the Chamber Leaders Picnic on May 6 at Schlitterbahn at the Rapids. Some guests arrived a little early and enjoyed a few games of chance before dinner. Chari of the Board Larry Hammonds introduced special guests and informed everyone in attendance of a few important dates to remember in May. The Blue Coat of the Quarter and the Sr. Blue Coat of the Quarter were recognized and a recap of the Blue Coat competition was announced. The Grandstander was unable to attend the picnic so the ever popular “BOOT” will be awarded at the Board luncheon.

NEW MEMBERS RECOGNIZED AT RECEPTION

The first new member recognition reception was held on April 28 at Landmark Lofts. New members from January through April, Board of Directors, Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs, and Chamber staff were invited to a meet and greet hour long reception honoring new Chamber members. Chair of the Board Larry Hammonds briefed the new members on the different Chamber divisions and committees available for their participation. New members were then given an opportunity to introduce themselves and give a brief commercial on their business.

ELK’S HOST JUNE “MIXER”

Over 250 Chamber members attended the June Business After Hours Membership “Mixer”. The “mixer” was held at the Elk’s Lodge and sponsors included Caterall, New Braunfels Elks Lodge #2279 , Petals to Go and Wright Distributing Co., Inc. Door prize winners were Tiffany Curley of Curley Chiropractic, Ron Reaves, Joe Rogers and James Stolte. The mystery member was Joe Castilleja of Sente Mortgage and the 10th person to shake his hand and win $10 was Melissa Moreno of New Braunfels Title. Not present to win the Chamber’s $150 cash drawing was Brandon Dietert of the New Braunfels Smokehouse. Maybe next time Brandon!

SUNDANCE INN HEATHCARE CENTER HOST JULY “MIXER”

Over 250 Chamber members attended the July Business After Hours Membership “Mixer” held at Sundance Inn Health Center. Sponsors for the “mixer” were Liberty Bistro, Sundance Cancer Care Centre, Sundance Inn Health Center and Wright Distributing Co., Inc. Door prize winners were Maxine Jackson, D.L. Schraub, Larry Schwab and Tony Wisdom of Money Mailer. The mystery member was Larry Schwab and the 10th person to shake his hand and win $10 was Mae Ruth Meyer. Not present to win the $200 Chamber cash drawing was Doyle Brinkkoeter of Brinkkoeter’s Transmission and Lube, Inc. Maybe next time Doyle!

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MIXER SEES HIGH TURNOUT - AUGUST “MIXER”

Over 400 Chamber members and guests attended the August Business After Hours Membership “Mixer” at the Courtyard by Marriott by River Village last Thursday evening. Sponsors for the event included the Marriott, Nash Family Catering and Wright Distributing Company. Not present to win the $250 Chamber cash drawing was Roy Shannon of Hunter Junction. Sorry, Roy!

FAIR PARADE INCLUDES CHAMBER OFFICERS

Chamber officers represented the Chamber during the Comal County Fair Parade in downtown New Braunfels. Chamber Chair of the Board Larry Hammonds and Chair-Elect Corey Hall were accompanied by Immediate Past Chair of the Board Marian Benson and Vice Chair Sandy Kibby. Many thanks to Bluebonnet Motors for providing the Mustang convertible.

NEW MEMBERS RECEIVE WELCOME

A new member recognition reception was held on August 25 at Landmark Lofts. New members from May through August, Board of Directors, Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs, and Chamber staff were invited to a meet and greet hour long reception honoring new Chamber members. Chair of the Board Larry Hammonds briefed the new members on the different Chamber divisions and committees available for their participation. New members were then given an opportunity to introduce themselves and give a brief commercial on their business.

BLUE COATS GATHER AT BLUE COAT “MIXER”

Over 60 Blue Coats attended a Blue Coat “mixer” in Honors Hall on August 24. Blue Coat Chair Marian Benson thanked the Blue Coats for their dedication in supporting Chamber members by attending ribbon cuttings, ground breakings, etc. Benson recognized the 2010 prospective Blue Coats which include Cheryl Casteel of Casteel & Casteel, Rob Clark of Vickrey & Associates, Melissa Etheredge of First State Bank, Allison Dietert Humphries of Property Professionals, Inc., Jeff Lindley of The Lindley Company, and Suzanne Williams of NBU. Nolan Dietert was recognized as Blue Coat of the Quarter and Moe Schwab received the Sr. Blue Coat of the Quarter.

SEPTEMBER “MIXER” - A PACKED CORRAL

Approximately 500 Chamber members attended the September Business After Hours Membership “Mixer” at the Comal County Fairgrounds. Sponsors for the event were the Comal County Fair Association, Carino’s Italian Grill, Communication Source, Rudy’s Country Store & BBQ and United Way of Comal County. Door prize winners were Sandra Brotze of JCPenney, Elsie Hildebrand, Clarence Meyer, Avis Mittwede, Dana Scheel of Comal Pawn, Wanda Silkwood and Clay Sultemeier of CW Floors. The mystery member was Cheryl Fisher of Mid Texas Symphony Society, Inc. and the 10th person to shake her hand and win $10 was James Lowe of Iron Horse Grill. Not present to win the $300 cash drawing was Mike Grist of Doeppenschmidt Funeral Home. Maybe next time Mike!

SHINE FOUNDERS HONORED FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Tiffany Mayne and Staci Kirpach of KGNB-KNBT and the SHINE initiative were honored with a Chair of the Board Award in the field of youth development at the April Chamber Board of Directors meeting. The SHINE Initiative they created is a New Braunfels-based Christian outreach organization aimed at equipping women of all ages to make positive life choices for themselves, their families and their communities. The recent SHINE conference brought over 525 girls and moms together for a two-day event tackling topics such as self esteem, accountability, peer pressure, staying in school and strengthening the relationship between mother and daughter. Congratulations, Tiffany and Staci!

CHAMBER HONORS TWO FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Heritage Village volunteers Carl Druebert and George Guidroz were honored with Chair of the Board Awards in the field of historic preservation at the May Chamber Board of Directors meeting. The award is designed to honor those individuals who have made significant contributions to the community in a specific field of civic endeavor and no more than six are chosen for this award each year. Over the last five years both gentlemen have worked tirelessly for the establishment of the Heritage Village Living History Experience, constructing blacksmith shops and livery stables, the general store, a washhouse/windmill, and a storage barn among others. The twosome also recently completed a year long interior restoration of the 1851 Specht farm house which now houses the museum office and meeting rooms for the Heritage Society. Both will be further honored at the Chamber banquet next January 28, 2011.

SCHENDEL HONORED FOR SUPPORT OF VETERANS

At the June Chamber Board of Directors meeting, John Schendel of the American Legion received a Chair of the Board Award in the field of veterans affairs. No more than six individuals are chosen for the Chair of the Board Award each year. Schendel joined the American Legion locally in 1992 following a twenty-three year career in the U.S. Air Force. He has held many positions there including Post Commander and works with other local veterans organizations in the county to assist veterans. Schendel is also known locally as the "Weather Guru" on KGNB Radio. Congratulations, Guru!

WATSON HONORED FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Iva Gene Watson was surprised with a Chamber Chair of the Board Award in the field in youth development at the July Chamber Board of Directors meeting. No more than six such awards are bestowed each year and recipients are honored at the Chamber banquet the following January. "Mom", as she is known by thousands of local youth over the last three decades, has given service to the New Braunfels Aquatic Club, Band Boosters, Sports Club Boosters, New Braunfels ISD, Little League and many more organizations as a key volunteer. Watson helped negotiate the purchase and renovation of the current Parks and Recreation Center and has worked at the Wurstfest festival for over thirty-seven years in costume. She was honored as an Unsung Hero by the Herald-Zeitung for her care of neighbors during illness. The Chamber honors Gene Watson as a quiet warrior, an example of service above self. Congratulations, "Mom"!

OCTOBER “MIXER” - A HOME RUN

The October Business After Hours Membership “Mixer” was held at HomeField on October 20. Sponsors included Caterall, Fork & Spoon, HomeField, Water2Wine and Wright Distributing Co. Door prize winners were Fred Hanz of Hanz Decorating, Gary Marcoux of Gary’s Window Cleaning, Travis Rohwedder of Texas Star Lighting, and Noreen Sippel. The mystery member was Michelle Haag of Bradfield Properties Comal and the 10th person to shake her hand and win $10 was Jeff Goebel of Custom Mortgage. Not present to win the Chamber’s $350 cash drawing was Melanie Figg of Ammo Advertising. Maybe next time Melanie! The next mixer is scheduled for November 2 at the Wurstfest. Hope to see you there!

WURSFEST MIXER - HIGH ATTENDANCE

Over 1,000 chamber members attended the Business After Hours Membership “Mixer” sponsored by the Wurstfest Association. Door prize winners were Melissa Etheredge of First State Bank, Jeff Etzler of JPMorgan Chase and Ann Seidel. The mystery member was Cheryl Casteel of Casteel & Casteel and the 10th person to shake her hand and win $10 was Vickie Bretzke. Not present to win the $400 Chamber cash drawing was Will Gray of Express Lube #5. Maybe next time Will! The next “mixer” is scheduled for Thursday, December 16 at First State Bank.

DECEMBER “MIXER” DRAWS BIG CROWD

Over 300 Chamber members attended the December Business After Hours Membership “Mixer” at First State Bank. Sponsors for the “mixer” included First State Bank, Reagan Burrus, PLLC and The Richter Center. Door prize winners were Rick Bradbury of Hill country Homeworks, Jeanette Dietert, Denise Kraft, Frances Petty, Ellen Salyers and Joe Timmins. Not present to win the $450 Chamber cash drawing was Barry Shea of The Other Place. Maybe next time Barry!

WOODS CYCLE COUNTRY HOST FOR FEBRUARY “MIXER”

Over 200 Chamber members attended the February “mixer” at Woods Cycle Country. Sponsors for the event were Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q, Woods Cycle Country and Wright Distributing. Door prize winners were Steve Covington of Bright Star, Cecil Eager of Gruene Mansion Inn, Rennie Guenther, Milton Kaderli, and Dorit Knippa. The mystery member was Douglas Miller of Miller and Miller Insurance and the 10th person to shake his hand and win $10 was Brian A. Trussle, CPA, P.C. Not present to win the $550 Chamber cash drawing was Jesse Castillo of JCPenney. Maybe next time Jesse!

MARCH MIXER “ROLLS IN A BIG CROWD”

Over 300 Chamber members attended the March Business After Hours Membership “Mixer” at Gruene Harley Davidson. Sponsors for the event included Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que, Gruene Harley Davidson and Wright Distributing. Door prize winners were Hannelore Brotze, Thomas Fryer of Estes Audiology Hearing Center, Michelle Haag of Bradfield Properties Comal, David Lindsey, Tom Nolen of Rivercrest Family Dental, Melvin Nolte, Muriel Ostberg, and Mike Worthey of Varni Roofing. The mystery member was Ken Smith of Edge Medical Supply and the 10th person to shake his hand was Melissa Hernandez of Carter Health Care. Melissa was not present to win the $10 at the time of the presentation so the prize will be $20 at the next “mixer”. Not present to win the $600 Chamber cash drawing was Nancy Bower, President of the Downtown Association. Maybe next time Nancy! The next “mixer” is April 21st at the Dry Comal Creek Vineyards.

TEXAS SKI RANCH HOSTS MAY “MIXER”

Over 250 Chamber members attended the May Business After Hours membership “Mixer” at Texas Ski Ranch. Door prize winners were Lex Cowsert, Randy Martin CPA, Clarence Meyer, Gretchen Reuwer of NBU, D.L. Schraub, Cora Jane Welsch and Roger Wigfield. The mystery member was Shirley Hauptrief of Petals to Go and the 10th person to shake her hand and win $10 was RIcky Herbert of Accurate Pest Control. Not present to win the $700 Chamber cash drawing was Leanor Reimann of EH Systems, LLC. Maybe next time Leanor!

VINEYARDS HOST APRIL “MIXER”

Dry Comal Creek Vineyards was the host for the April Business After Hours Membership “Mixer”. Over 250 Chamber members attended this very popular networking event. Sponsors for the “mixer” included Dry Comal Creek Vineyards, 2tarts Catering, Buffalo Wings & Rings, Gruene Flour Cupcakery and Wright Distributing. Door prize winners were Vanessa Myers of Accuquest Hearing, Linda Knell-Schoening of Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper, Realtors, Ed Wedig of Comal Solar Screens, Gary Perry of AT&T, Kyle Brant of Meyer Brant custom Homes, Donald Schraub and Chuck Hall of World Indigenous Ministries. The mystery member was Lauren Miller of Courtyard by Mariott River Village and the 10th person to shake her hand and win $20 was Roger Tuttle of Great American Products. Not present to win the Chamber’s $650 cash drawing was Sam Adams of New Braunfels Aero Service, Inc. Maybe next time Sam!

NEW MEMBERS RECOGNIZED AT RECEPTION

The first new member recognition reception was held on April 27 at Landmark Lofts. New members from January through April, Board of Directors, Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs, and Chamber staff were invited to a meet and greet hour long reception honoring new Chamber members. Chair of the Board Corey Hall briefed the new members on the different Chamber divisions and committees available for their participation. New members were then given an opportunity to introduce themselves and give a brief commercial on their business.

BLUE COATS RECOGNIZED AT “MIXER”

Over 60 Blue Coats attended a Blue Coat “mixer” in Honors Hall on April 20. Chair of the Board Corey Hall thanked the Blue Coats for their dedication in supporting Chamber members by attending ribbon cuttings, ground breakings, etc. Hall introduced the 2011 prospective Blue Coats which include Aja Edwards of D Lee Edwards Realty, Al Kaufmann of New Braunfels Utilities, Jeff Lindley of The Lindley Company, Judge Charles Stephens and Doug Toney of the Herald-Zeitung. Mary Raley of HD Supply was recognized as Blue Coat of the Quarter and Moe Schwab or Rocking MJ Ranch Bed & Breakfast received the Sr. Blue Coat of the Quarter.

A City of a Prince Decree was bestowed to outgoing New Braunfels Mayor Bruce Boyer on May 16 at the Chamber Board of Directors meeting. Boyer is a recent inductee into the Chamber’s Hall of Honor and is a former recipient of the Besserung Award as well. Pictured with Boyer is Chamber Chair of the Board Corey Hall.

John Lovett of River City Builders received the Chair of the Board Award in the field of Natural Resources at the May 16 Board of Directors meeting. Only 6 such awards are bestowed each year. Lovett’s work as an elected representative to the Edwards Aquifer Authority on the community’s behalf was noted. Shown with Lovett is Chamber Chair of the Board Corey Hall.

Chamber Chair of the Board is pictured presenting the Grandstander Award to Stoney Williams at the May 16 Chamber Board of Directors meeting. The award has been in existence since 1972 and “honors” someone who has “stood out” in the previous year. Williams “antics” with the Business Trade Show was one of the several items mentioned that qualified him for the “honor”.

MEMBERS “MIX” AT THE WATERING HOLE SALOON

Over 275 Chamber members attended the monthly Business After Hours Membership “Mixer” at the Watering Hole Saloon on June 16. Sponsors for the “mixer” included Tri City Distributors L.P. and the Watering Hole Saloon. Door prize winners were Karin Boos of New Braunfels Title, Gerald Hartmann, Helgard Hollis, Roxolin Krueger, Karen Reininger of New Braunfels Title, and Bob Schima. The mystery member was Karen Brkich of The UPS Stores and the 10th person to shake her hand and win $10 was Craig Collins of Payroll Express. Not present to win the $800 Chamber cash drawing was Kenny Franklin. Maybe next time Kenny!

DRAWING UP TO $900

The Chamber’s August Business After Hours “Mixer” was held at A-1 Vacation New Braunfels last Thursday. Not present to win the $850 cash drawing was Brian Foerster of Roy’s Rentals and Campground. The Mystery Member was Mary Raley of HD Supply and the 10th person to shake her hand and win $10 was Scott Speck of U.S. Food Service. Sponsors for the mixer along with A-1 Vacation New Braunfels were Caterall, MonsterWeb Inc. and Wright Distributing Company, Inc. The September Business After Hours “Mixer” has been set for Thursday, September 22 at the Comal County Fair Grounds.