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Revised Bylaws Vote
At its January 14 meeting the Board of Directors of the North Texas GLBT Chamber of Commerce approved revisions to the Chamber's bylaws. The revised bylaws reflect the Chamber's ongoing growth and development.
Members are asked to attend the February 25 Business Connections mixer & membership meeting in order to vote on the revised bylaws. You can view a side-by-side version of the current and proposed bylaws by clicking HERE or by clicking on the About Us tab and then Bylaws on the Chamber website.
Business Connections & Membership Meeting
Wednesday, February 25
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| Corporate Members/Partners |
Affiliated Computer Services
Ron Allen CPA, PC
Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau
Dallas Tavern Guild
Pride Radio DFW
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| Member Benefits |
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The Office Depot Discount Program could save you hundreds of dollars each year!
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Dear Chamber Member,
This month we welcome a new Corporate Member to the Chamber, Crain & Craig, LLC - Marketing you can feel. We truly appreciate the support that Crain & Craig has given to us in the past and applaud their leadership in becoming a Corporate Member. Crain & Craig is hosting the February Business Connections mixer and membership meeting on February 25. We'll see you there!
If there is an issue or topic that you would like to see addressed in the Chamber e-newsletter please let me know.
Beginning with this month's GLBT Business Online we're presenting new featured information areas designed to improve your business and your life. In March we'll have a special feature from attorney Rob Wiley on the Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, what it means to GLBT employees and business owners.
Sincerely,
Tony Vedda
President
North Texas GLBT Chamber of Commerce
214-821-GLBT
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4th Anniversary & Business Excellence Awards
Mark you calendar and plan to attend the Chamber's 4th Anniversary & Business Excellence Awards Dinner.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Hilton Dallas Lincoln Centre
Award and Table Sponsorships available. Contact the Chamber office for details 214-821-GLBT.
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| COACH'S CORNER |
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 Focus for Success
By Bill Blalock, America's Life Coach
One of the primary reasons we do not achieve significant goals in our lives is the inability to effectively stay focused on the goal we are attempting to achieve. There is a phrase I once heard that has stuck with me, "Drifting thoughts get you out of the zone of effectiveness." That statement is very powerful . . . Read the full article. |
| LEGAL ASSISTANCE |
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| What is Estate Planning . . .
(and why should I care?)
By Rebecca Covell  & Lorie Burch
For the most part, Texas is a great place to live. However, as GLBT citizens we don't have the same rights as our heterosexual brothers and sisters. Luckily we have a lot of experience making lemons out of lemonade (or clothes out of curtains, if you prefer). With some special documents from gifted attorneys we can protect ourselves . . . Read the full article.
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 Healthy You = Healthy Business
By Dr. Eric Peay
I have a mission; I want to help people become and stay healthy. In the coming months I will be presenting you with information, tips and inspirational stories related to your health. People don't often relate personal health and business (except when it comes to insurance) but think about it, if you are a small business owner . . . Read the full article.
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| UPCOMING EVENTS |
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February
04 - Ambassador Council Meeting
09 - Program Committee
10 - BEN I
11 - Allied Stone Ribbon Cutting
16 - Presidents' Day - Chamber Office Closed
18 - BEN II
24 - BEN I
25 - Business Connections Mixer - Crain & Craig, LLC
26 - Business Connections Mixer - Tarrant County
March
09 - Program Committee
10 - BEN I
12 - Business Connections Mixer - Leather Masters
18 - BEN II
24 - BEN I
25 - 4th Anniversary & Business Excellence Awards
26 - Business Connections Mixer - Tarrant County
04 - BEN II 04 - Ambassador Council Meeting
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Join with Equality Texas and GLBT organizations from across te state for Equality Texas Lobby Day
Monday, March 2, 2009
Host Hotel
Doubletree Hotel Austin - University Area, located at 1617 North IH-35
Special room rate of $109, plus local taxes
Queen/Queen, or King. Free Wi-Fi
For reservations, call 512-479-4000; Specify "Equality Texas Discount Rate"
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