The spirit of aloha with a tropical summer vibe was alive and well at the Greater EMC Chamber's quarterly Leading Ladies Luncheon in July. Attendees were welcomed with a tropical cocktail or mocktail and passed appetizers from G&G Catering while they networked and enjoyed a fun whisk-me-away photo booth provided by Dynamic Entertainment Productions. Presented by Memorial Hermann Northeast, the event included a delicious lunch, entertainment with Tropical Rhythms hula dancers, an educational and inspirational guest speaker Gigi Woodruff, and Vera Bradley travel luggage giveaways with valuable prizes inside including a Platinum Hydrafacial Package from 4Ever Young Kingwood. This event was well supported by sponsors Comcast Business, Health in Progress, EFG Insurance, Leadership Montgomery County, Fullscpoe Pest Control, Spartan Roofing & Construction, Lone Star Mailing & Printing, Meriam Shaw - Realtor, Community Resource Credit Union, Local Influence, and Centerpiece Sponsor Heather Herlong Events.

President & CEO Kristine Marlow of the Montgomery County Food Bank shared how they unite the community to fight hunger at the Greater EMC Chamber's Business Networking Breakfast presented by ServiceMaster TRS. The Montgomery County Food Bank provides nutritious food to hungry children, seniors, and families through a network of 80+ partner agencies.

⁣Today we caught up with ⁣Chief Carter Johnson of the Porter Fire Department and Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough to learn about the water, ice, and MRE distribution site at Bull Sallas Park in New Caney, Texas.

The Greater EMC Chamber held their Celebrate America Luncheon presented by HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood at The Atrium Center in New Caney. As they made their way in, members and guests were welcomed by a celebratory drumline from Splendora High School and handed an American flag. Shiva Baradaran of Texas Senator Brandon Creighton's office led the United States and Texas pledges followed by Avery Culberth of Splendora High School who beautifully sang the national anthem. A blessing was provided by Jay Davis of Porter VFW post 4816 and the luncheon's Featured Caterer was Texas Roadhouse of Kingwood who passed pork slider appetizers and provided a BBQ ribs and chicken lunch. CenterPrize Sponsor Accurate Home & Commercial Services gave a travel cooler backpack to one lucky winner at each of the twenty tables. July is also a time for Montgomery County Commissioner Precinct 4 Matt Gray to give his halftime report which chamber board member Heather Ramsey of the San Jacinto River Authority led. Chamber luncheons are always fun, friendly, and informative and this one was extra special. Learn more about doing more than business in a community by being part of the business community at https://gemcchamber.com

Director of Regional Operations ⁣ Jacque Andrepont was the Spotlight Sponsor for the Greater EMC Chamber's monthly Business Networking Breakfast presented by ServiceMaster TRS at Highland Pines Golf Club in June. One of the takeaways was that you can donate blood for cancer patients at ⁣https://www.mdanderson.org/don....ors-volunteers/other

⁣⁣The Greater EMC Chamber's June Luncheon presented by Kingwood I.T. was well attended for a summer month. Members and guests celebrated business by welcoming new members and 24 new graduates of their Pathway to Leadership program. Guest speaker Kimberly DiStefano of Oracle HR Consulting Group spoke on the importance and value of emotional intelligence in leadership roles. Featured caterer The Hometown Chef Catering Co. provided a delicious luncheon experience from appetizers to dessert. CenterPrize sponsor Hagler Plumbing & HVAC added to the fun with their creative and thoughtful centerpiece displays. The next chamber luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, July 3rd. #proud2beemc #vibrantandengaged

⁣James Taylor of Geoscience Engineering & Testing was the Spotlight Sponsor for the Greater EMC Chamber's May Business Networking Breakfast presented by ServiceMaster TRS: Total Restoration Services at Highland Pines Golf Club. #proud2beemc

⁣It was a fun and exciting day of team-building and networking for the Greater EMC Chamber at Speedsportz Racing Park North Houston thanks to Presenting Sponsor Planet Ford 59, Lunch Sponsor Citizens State Bank, and Awards After Party Sponsor Hallmark Mitigation & Construction! Kenneth's Car Care reclaimed the 1st Place Trophy in the final 2 minutes of the race making this their 5th win. Teams, raceway sponsors, and guests enjoyed lunch and after-party light bites prepared by In House Chefs and entertainment with Taylor Marberry Music. #proud2beemc

Presented by Memorial Hermann Northeast, attendees enjoyed another fun, friendly, and informative monthly luncheon with the Greater EMC Chamber thanks to CenterPrize Sponsor Texas Mounted Patrol, Featured Caterer Sancho's Tacos and Grill, and Guest Speaker Jason Millsaps of the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. #proud2beemc

The Greater EMC Chamber's first quarterly Leading Ladies Luncheon was well attended and well received. The luncheons ⁣are a new and exciting opportunity for women in business to add value to their personal and professional lives. These female-focused events are designed to make a difference with engaging social, inspirational, and educational activities in a fun and friendly setting that empowers women in the workplace.

⁣Joel North, Chief Operating Officer of HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, was the Spotlight Sponsor of the Greater EMC Chamber's monthly Business Networking Breakfast presented by ServiceMaster TRS in April. Attendees got to know Mr. North and the hospital and received valuable knowledge to apply to their personal and professional lives.

⁣April's luncheon at The Atrium Center was fun, friendly, and informative thanks to Presenting Sponsor San Jacinto River Authority SJRA, CenterPrize Sponsor Beckwith's Car Care, Featured Caterer G&G's Catering And Desserts, and Guest Speaker Dr. Meslissa Gonzalez, President of Lone Star College-Kingwood. Thank you to everyone who was able to participate and attend. You make us #proud2beemc

⁣⁣Charmain Taylor of Calvary Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery provided valuable information on pre-planning funerals and end-of-life options that surprised many at the Business Networking Breakfast presented by ServiceMaster at The Atrium Center in New Caney. #proud2beemc

It was a sports-themed luncheon with cheerleaders, former professional athletes, and even free-throw challenges at the Greater EMC Chamber's monthly event at The Atrium Center. The luncheon's Presenting Sponsor was Accurate Home Services and the CenterPrize Sponsor was The Village Centers. The Featured Caterer was Rosati's Pizza Sports Pub Kingwood showing why they should be your March Madness destination. The Chamber honored Hometown Heroes Adam Dunn of New Caney and Brian Robison of Splendora for their contributions to putting East Montgomery County on the national map with their professional sports careers. Speaker, Author, and former NFL Athlete JJ Moses shared an inspirational message of focus and setting goals for a winning mindset. JJ ⁣created the #1 professional and personal development program in professional sports after playing for the Houston Texans.

The Greater EMC Chamber held its 8th Annual Casino Night Extravaganza at The Atrium Center in New Caney, Texas to celebrate the spirit of the Chamber and East Montgomery County. ⁣It was a night full of food, fun, gaming, and prizes with a Vegas vibe. #proud2beemc

⁣February kicked off the Greater EMC Chamber's monthly luncheon series with nearly 200 vibrant and engaged attendees held at The Atrium Center in New Caney, Texas. The luncheon's presenting sponsor was The Highlands Texas by Caldwell Communities who spoke about their beautiful master-planned community in Porter, Texas, and its many amenities. One lucky winner at each of the 20 tables won a Mardi Gras-themed CenterPrize sponsored by Zulees Executive Gifts. You can't have a Chamber luncheon without great food and Featured Caterer BB's Tex-Orleans of Kingwood delivered with an abundance of appetizers, main courses with sides, and even included desserts. Constable Kenneth “Rowdy” Hayden, Pct. 4 Constable, Montgomery County, TX was the guest speaker who provided results of the Safe Shopper program made possible by the East Montgomery County Improvement District. He provided statistical information and also spoke about the role of the department in the community and how the business community could help them as well.

⁣The Spotlight Sponsor for our first Business Networking Breakfast of the year was Project Beacon Texas. President & Co-Founder Kevin Gerrity shared the vision of Project Beacon being a place where neurodiverse adults can thrive and become vital and visible members of the community. #proud2beemc

⁣The College Football Playoff Foundation hosted the annual Extra Yard for Teachers Summit on Saturday, January 6th at the Wortham Theatre in downtown Houston. The high-energy and inspirational event attended by thousands inspires and empowers teachers each year in the city that hosts the College Football Playoff National Championship.

Enjoy a Vegas-style night of dining, gaming, and fun at the 8th Annual Greater EMC Chamber Casino Night Extravaganza on Friday, February 16th. Tickets and sponsorships are available at ⁣https://business.gemcchamber.c....om/events/details/an

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