MARCH 2019 Chair of the Board Amanda Stolz ChamberWorks Seidel Schroeder WASHINGTON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BRENHAM, TEXAS First Vice Chair Jay Schroeder Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Admin Pros’ Day event - April 24 Second Vice Chair Johanna Fatheree In April, people across the nation will workplaces and to move people from “OK” exhibitor table at the event. Contact Shae RE/MAX Advantage be celebrating Administrative Profession- to “Awesome!” Janner at [email protected] if als Week. The Chamber is excited to be Thank you to the following sponsor who you would like to know more. Secretary hosting the fifth annual Administrative has already committed to making this lun- Join in celebrating those who make our Darren Huckert Professionals’ Appreciation Day luncheon cheon a success: everyday work lives so much easier and Garza EMC, LLC on Wednesday, April 24, at the Blinn Col- Superior Sponsor: more organized. Treat your staff and recog- lege Banquet Room in Brenham. Brazos Valley nize them at this luncheon to thank them Treasurer This will be a fun and exciting event for for the extraordinary work they provide. Andy Hefferly you to attend with key staff members. Let Schools Credit Union Tickets are $25 for Chamber members, Moorman Tate them know how much they are appreciat- $35 for non-members, and $250 for a Re- ed! Elite Sponsor: served Table for eight. There will be door Immediate Past Chair Special luncheon speaker will be Julie Personnel Services prizes and fun gifts for all attendees. Randy Wells Alexander, award-winning professional Call the Chamber at 979-836-3695 or Faith Mission speaker. Julie is a sought-after speaker, There are still sponsorship opportuni- email your reservation request to events@ author, and consultant who works with or- ties available with a variety of valuable brenhamtexas.com or purchase tickets on- Dr. Eric Alford ganizations to create dynamic, productive benefits including the option to have an line at www.BrenhamTexas.com. Baylor Scott & White -The Brenham Clinic Paul Aschenbeck Dr. Eric Brenham ISD Alford, Nominations Sought Physician Katie Burch of the Day, PlanNorth Architectural Co. was recog- for ‘Business of the Year’ Melissa Duckworth nized on On June 5, the Washington are eligible. Nominations Thielemann Construction the House County Chamber will host must be submitted by Friday, floor the fifth annual Small Busi- April 26. Wendy Frazier by Rep. ness Forum in Brenham. A If you are aware of a lo- Associated Credit Leman. major highlight of the event cal business that you feel is Union of Texas will be the presentation of the deserving, please nominate Aaron Gonzalez Small Business of the Year them. Criteria for this presti- Padgett Hearing Aid Center Awards. gious award include: Washington County Your help is needed to • The business participates Dr. John Harris nominate a “Small Business in multiple ways in the com- Mount Rose Missionary of the Year” in Washington munity and makes lasting Baptist Church Day at the Capitol County for 2019. Business- es from 1 to 100 employees YEAR continued on page 4 On February 26, as import- Representative Ben Leman as Edna Kennedy ant bills and budget issues the Physician for the Day at Burton ISD Superintendent were being discussed at the the Capitol. Later, a resolu- State Capitol, the focus that tion signifying Washington Jim Kruse Connect After 5 afternoon changed to salad County Day was read by Rep. “ ” Bank of Brenham WASHINGTON COUNTY CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENT dressing and ice cream. Leman, as local officials were sponsored by: This year’s Washington introduced. Present were Zelda Moore County Day at the Capitol, or- Washington County Judge EVVAYLOIS Academy of Beauty ganized by the Washington John Durrenberger, Brenham Brenham Nursing & County Chamber, invited sev- Mayor Milton Tate, Burton Ash Patel eral hundred state lawmak- Mayor David Zajicek, Blinn Rehabilitation Center Best Western Inn ers and their staff to enjoy ice College District Chairman of cream and Briannas, gener- the Board Charles Moser and 400 E. Sayles St., Brenham Lloyd Powell ously provided by Blue Bell Washington County Chamber Brenham Police Department Creameries and Del Sol Food Chairman of the Board Aman- Thursday, March 21 from 5-7 p.m. Company in the prestigious da Stolz. Citizens then made Joe Robertson setting of the Lt. Governor’s their way to the Senate Gal- Beverages sponsored by Mike Hopkins Distributing. Reception Room. Brenham Na- lery where State Senator Lois Blue Bell Creameries Unwind after work and expand your network! tional Bank was also a sponsor Kolkhorst announced a reso- Meet other Chamber members and generate new business contacts. Edward Smith III of the day’s events. lution and shared the history Ninety Six West, The Citadel To begin the day, Dr. Eric and many features and virtues Enjoy food and drinks, learn what’s new in the Alford of Baylor Scott & White of Washington County. community,and exchange business cards and brochures. Gena Wilimitis – The Brenham Clinic was rec- Free for Chamber members and employees! Miracle Farm ognized on the House floor by CAPITOL continued on page 4 Page 2 | Chamber Works | March 2019 Ribbon Cuttings New Location New Location 40th Anniversary Knights Of Columbus Hall Strand Associates, Inc. Mark Hyatt Insurance - State Farm St. Mary’s Catholic Church Executive VP: Matt Richards Owners: Mark Hyatt 705 South Austin Street, Brenham 1906 Niebuhr Street, Brenham 210 East Tom Green Street, Brenham Did You Know? That the Chamber provides hundreds of “Relo- cation Info” packages every year to individuals and businesses who are considering moving to this com- munity. Members are eligible to include promotional materials and reach this targeted audience for $100 at the Basic Level and $85 for the other membership levels. Contact the Chamber office to be included. Enhancement of Services New Location Washington County Kruse Village Culligan Water Brenham Chamber of Commerce 314 S. Austin Street | Brenham, Texas 777833 Executive Director: Coy Fontenot Owners: Jerry Ratcliff 979-836-3695 | www.brenhamtexas.com 1700 East Stone Street, Brenham 1575 Hwy 290 West, Brenham Year YPO meets Continued from page 1 contributions to the growth and well-being of the at Thyme community. The Young Professionals • The business has displayed evidence of high of Washington County professional and business standards. recently met at Thyme • The business sets an example of leadership for Day Spa for their monthly others to follow, within its industry and its work- networking event. The force. • This business is locally owned/operated. next one will be held on While you’re thinking about it, please consider April 25th at the Small nominating your own business. Nobody knows Business Development your business better than you. Center. Follow them on A form is available to pick up at the Washington Facebook to stay up-to- County Chamber office (314 S. Austin Street, Bren- ham) and it is also online at www.BrenhamTexas. date on their meetings com. and events. For more information, call (979) 836-3695. @YPOWashingtonCounty GROUP BUYING POWER Chamber members can now get major savings on credit card payment processing. Learn about our new member benefit program. Contact Will Watson at (979) 345-2988 • [email protected] www.infintechllc.com March 2019 | Chamber Works | Page 3 New Infintech features Appel Ford & CHAMBER 101 Hyundai of Brenham in newsletter Tuesday, April 2 Chamber Appel Ford & Hyundai of Bren- situation ever since. Not only did ham was recently featured in In- Infintech significantly lower my 8:15 a.m. fintech’s monthly newsletter card fees, they also transitioned most of Chamber Conference Room talk, which goes out to thousands our business to wireless terminals Members 314 S. 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Time in Business: 6 months Here is a little of the interview Our payment processing advisor, Come promote your business while from the newsletter: Will Watson, is very helpful and Restaurant learning about how the Chamber This month, we spoke with continues to guide us on best pay- works! SCRUBS N STUFF BOUTIQUE, LLC Daphne Kohring, controller of Ap- ment processing practices that help This is a FREE session, but there is Owner: Beth Teverbaugh pel Ford & Hyundai of Brenham. streamline our business. We now 214 E. Alamo Street What Initially Drew You to In- have an online portal that makes it limited seating. Brenham, Texas 77833 fintech? easy to review reports, trends, and Please RSVP by contacting Jane Phone: 979-530-2084 “As a member of the Chamber, I customer payment history. We have Hinze at the Chamber office at (979) [email protected] was excited about the opportunity been very satisfied with Infintech 836-3695 or [email protected]. 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