In our new spotlight we focus on Mark Rafail, a native Houstonian and first generation Egyptian. Mark attended local schools and earned his BA degree in History from Texas A & M University. His youthful forays into an ultimate business profession included working in the stationery department at Walmart, being a sacker at Kroger and [...]
The Greater Heights Area Chamber of Commerce has scheduled its annual Crawfish Festival in the Heights for March 7, 2020. The festival will be held at 411 West 20th Street, across from Heights Hospital and the hours are 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This family fun event is one of the Chamber’s primary fund-raising projects [...]
Wednesday, we had a full meeting with returning businesses and schools along with new businesses and schools. It is exciting to see our committee continue to grow and build partnerships. April Petronella is working with The Leader to gain more exposure for our committee and the school needs and she is going to work with [...]
The Chamber Board of Directors and members have welcomed Louie Gill as the new president of the Greater Heights Area Chamber of Commerce. Gill brings extensive business and military credentials as he assumes the leadership of the more than 550-member Chamber. A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Louie holds a bachelor’s degree from Purdue University and [...]
Great Partnerships are being forged through the Education Committee; Tiffany Mensing with Space and Serenity gathered the Christmas and holiday supplies to help make Heights High School Winter Holiday Festival spirited. In the past, Hermann and Sons donated uniforms to Waltrip Ladies Soccer and this one act has led to increased interest as well as [...]
One of the most highly anticipated Chamber events takes place on January 30 and that is the Economic Forecast Luncheon. The presentation features Dr. Bill Gilmer, Director of Regional Forecasting at the University of Houston’s Bauer Commerce. Dr. Gilmer’s forecast and projections provide a guide for planning and business operations in 2020. His analyses factor [...]
The Chamber’s Education Committee, chaired by Cindy Reibenstein with co-chair Willie Diefenbach-Jones, has created a very successful union involving Chamber members and leaders from area schools. Monthly meetings bring out diverse groups whose collective emphasis is to assist, support, and provide much needed aid in multiple activity areas for school leaders, students, families and the [...]
Front Desk/ SALES Associate Want to join a team of highly motivated individuals in the fastest-growing premier eyelash salon? The Lash Lounge at Yale Marketplace in Houston, TX is a is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Front Desk Sales Associate. Position Details: This will be a part-time position, focusing on front desk duties [...]
Lash Stylist/ Licensed Cosmetologist Want to join a team of highly motivated individuals in the fastest-growing premier eyelash salon? The Lash Lounge at Yale Marketplace in Houston is a is looking for a highly motivated and professional Lash Stylist. Details: The stylist will provide a menu of services including lash extensions, lash tintings/perms, and eyebrow tinting/threading. The [...]
Yes, we know the turkey and pumpkin pie are memories, so many individuals have and will be turning their thoughts to gift buying. So, in the spirit of helping, we ask that you keep the local merchants in mind when shopping for products or services. The Chamber’s “Buy Local First” initiative promotes businesses many of [...]
We are starting up our Food Pantry (in partnership with the Houston Food Bank) next week. All the information is on the attached poster, please share with your community. I am also looking for student and adult volunteers (Adults must be VIPS approved) to help with the distribution. High school students will be able to [...]
Anniversaries are very special and the Chamber takes pride in recognizing an important date for our members. Whether it is your first or twenty-fifth, it signifies members that consistently value the benefits of being in a progressive organization. Your Chamber provides opportunity. The opportunity to build recognition among a network of fellow businesses that can [...]
This month’s spotlighted member Willie Diefenbach-Jones grew up with humble beginnings living in the countryside near Kankakee, Illinois. It would not be erroneous to say that Willie was a farm girl comfortable among her family that was raising cattle, hogs, chickens, corn and soybeans. School days were local before she journeyed to Southern Illinois University [...]
For students to succeed in life, basics must be met and our area schools have identified a serious need for food and household items. Many of the area HISD schools are classified as Title 1. This means that the students come from low-income family at poverty levels. A school with a Title 1 designation requires [...]
Resale Third Key Holder Department: Resale Store Reports to: Vice President of Operations Employment Status: full-time, non-exempt Location: MAM Resale - 1625 Blalock Road, 77080 We are also always looking for great volunteers! If you are interested please see the Volunteers page. Department Description MAM’s Resale Store was established in 1983 as a core aspect [...]
Accountant Department: Administration Reports to: Comptroller Employment Status: 30+ Hours/Week, Exempt Location: MAM Main Office - 1625 Blalock Road, 77080 We are also always looking for great volunteers! If you are interested please see the Volunteers page. Department Description MAM’s Administration Department consists of five positions: the President and CEO, Comptroller, Accountant, HR Generalist/Executive Assistant [...]
The annual printed directory of members is a prime way to keep your advertising message before not only Chamber members, but the community as well. Published for more than 17 years, this pocket-sized directory is a reference guide for products and services offered by Chamber members. The directory has a 365-day life, so your ad [...]
Our featured member this segment is a tall, gregarious man who since joining the Chamber in 2018, has been seen frequently at breakfast connections, business after hours, ribbon cuttings and more. Making friends and business contacts comes easy for Michael because he is a good networker. On joining the Chamber, he says “I joined the [...]
Reliving the “Disco” days was readily on display at the Chamber’s Gala celebrating Dee Farino’s two years of service as Chairman. With a theme of “Chamber 54,” members and guests dressed in vintage disco costumes enjoyed cocktails during the opening reception and took opportunities to view an array of exclusive silent auction items. Bidding was [...]
No there won’t be fireworks, but “Chamber54” is the exciting theme for this year’s Gala. Members and guests are encouraged to bring the theme to life with fun clothing and accessories that take us back to the “Disco” days of the 70’s! By the late 1970’s, most major U.S. cities had thriving disco club [...]
Chamber members, staffers, Yellow Rose Derby Girls and professional models all took part in the Gala Pre-Party held on Tuesday, August 20 at Eureka Brewery. Donning period costumes and clothing from the disco (1970’s era) it truly was a return to that Disco era, complete with bell-bottoms, peace signs, tie-dye, wigs, and capes. It all [...]
Our featured member profile this time belongs to Candice Rodriguez. Hailing from the Alamo City originally, (San Antonio for the uninitiated), Candice said “I came to Houston shortly after I was born!” She grew up in Houston and attended local schools plus doing her college work at Lone Star, Texas A&M and Houston Community College. [...]
In accordance with the by-laws, a nominating committee was appointed in June by the Board of Directors. The committee presented nominees for Board approval in July. The slate of nomicees will be presented to the membership at the annual member meeting on September 12th which is the Breakfast Connection. All members are invited to attend. [...]
Greetings! We are currently hiring for a full-time early childhood director who will be responsible for the administration and daily operations of the Tuesday & Thursday program. All Saints Early Childhood Center provides a high quality, age-appropriate environment rich with Catholic values and traditions where all children can develop through hands-on experience and purposeful [...]
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Our annual Education Luncheon honors high school seniors who have been awarded Chamber scholarships as well as those area seniors who are entering the military. We will also honor the Teacher of the Year, Staff Person of the Year, and Educator of the Year. And we are pleased to welcome Jonathan Horton, two-time Olympic Gymnastics Champion [...]
MAYOR TURNER to declare March 15 AMERICAN LEGION CENTENNIAL DAY HOUSTON - March 4, 2019 – The American Legion is turning 100 and American Legion Post 560 in Houston is planning to celebrate. The post, located in Garden Oaks, was chartered in 1946. The organization as a whole traces its roots to March 15-17, 1919, in Paris, France, [...]
Close to 300 people were at the Sheraton Houston Brookhollow Hotel on January 30 to hear Economist Dr. Luis Torres. Dr. Torres is a Research Economist at Texas A&M Real Estate Center and a leading authority on real estate trends in Texas. His presentation provided insights into the economy not only from the U.S. perspective, [...]
(December 5, 2018) – Memorial Hermann Health System once again earned a spot on the HealthCares’ Most Wired list, achieving the recognition for the 14th consecutive year based on a survey of hospitals across the nation. The list, compiled from a survey conducted by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME), annually recognizes hospitals and other healthcare [...]
Ready to warm up after a chilly winter? The Chamber has just the event to do that as we kick off the popular Crawfish Festival, right in the heart of the Heights, at the usual site, 411 West 20th Street. Gates to the Festival open at 10:30. Vendor booths featuring all types of goods and services [...]
Please join us for Houston’s premiere annual business event! Reserve your table and invite your clients to this valuable luncheon. Dr. Luis Torres will discuss business, employment, interest rates, energy, and real estate. This is a critical event for all business leaders and will help you prepare for 2019 and beyond. Dr. Torres is an [...]
For 55 years Literacy Advance of Houston has humbly taught adults to speak, read and write English. And for 35 years Memorial Assistance Ministries (MAM) has provided a network of services to support families in poverty stay housed, obtain regular employment, manage their finances and become more financially stable. On Friday, Nov. 9th the [...]
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