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Sharon Mayer joins Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross to give you the latest on the Chamber Gala which is right around the corner. But that is not all of the big events - September and October are JAM PACKED!   Plus Saundra Midkiff catches you up on the upcoming Chamber Events.   Bid NOW on the Mesquite Rodeo Suite.   AUG 3 Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - CodeRite Healthcare Consulting, Inc. 700 Central Expressway South, Ste 400, Allen, TX 75013   AUG 4 Wednesday 11:30am - 1:00pm Eggs & Issues Legislative Update with State Representative Candy Noble Hilton Garden Inn, 705 Central Expressway South   AUG 5 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Cuddly Smiles Pediatric Dentistry 600 E. Bethany Drive, Suite D, Allen, TX 75002   Annual Gala – September 7 at the Marriott – in-person! now accepting live and silent auctions items! Silent auction items minimum value is $100 – Item due before August 16 Silent Auction online only from August 23 – September 3     In the past we have asked fo

Allen Police Officers Justin Delacruz and Michael Carter of Patrol Stories join Friedo and Sharon to tell the story of the great non-profit organization designed to promote confidence in kids and teach that police officers are their friends. Plus Saundra Midkiff catches you up on the upcoming Chamber Events  JUL 20 Tuesday 7:30am - 9:00am VIBE! Sponsor & Spotlight Speaker: Kyle Harger / Frost - Banking, Investments, Insurance   JUL 27 Tuesday 7:30am - 9:00am VIBE! Sponsor & Spotlight Speaker: Samantha Morrow / Allen Dental Center   VIBE – Sponsorship Opportunity available   JUL 21 Wednesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Zach Hoefler Memorial Trust Bar Louie, 190 E Stacy Road, Suite 1000 Allen, TX 75002   JUL 22 Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - North Texas Voice and Speech Bar Louie, 190 E Stacy Road, Suite 1000 Allen, TX 75002   JUL 23 Friday 8:30am - 9:30am Senior Service Alliance Speaker: Dr. Robert Schwab, Palliative Care Topic: “The Healing Power of Story”   JUL 27 Tuesday 8:00am - 11

Strangest tooth story? Dentures gone missing?? Dr. Jeff and Dr. Steve Williams from the Allen Dental Center join Kris Gross and Mark "Friedo" Friedman in this edition of The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce Business Spotlight.   Allen Dental Center: allendentist.com / 300 West Boyd Drive Allen, TX 75013 / 972-727-3941

Sharon Mayer, Saundra Midkiff, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross discuss the upcoming Chamber gala and the importance of gratitude. And it's a busy calendar of upcoming events that you DON'T want to miss!   JULY 7 - Wednesday 11:30 AM Ribbon Cutting: The Goddard School of Allen (West) 950 Stockton Drive / Allen TX 75013   JULY 9 - Friday 11:30 AM Ribbon Cutting: Joyful Assisted Living Home 713 Rolling Hills Drive / Allen TX 75002   JULY 13 - Tuesday 4:00 PM Chamber 411: Maximize Your Membership Ellen's Restaurant / 210 S. Central Expressway / Allen TX 75013   JULY 14 - Wednesday 8:30 AM START: Strong Topics and Relevant Themes Hilton Garden Inn / 705 Central Expressway S / Allen TX 75013 13 Steps to a Life Worth Living with Super Dave Quinn   JULY 15 - Thursday 11:30 AM Ribbon Cutting: Eric P Anderson, DDS 380 E. Bethany Drive, Ste 100 / Allen TX 75002   JULY 16 - Friday 11:30 AM Ribbon Cutting: InfusaLounge Wellness Spa 190 E Stacy Road, Ste 1720 / Allen TX 75002   Annual Gala - August 27 at the Marriott

Bruce Heller--who has been the key in many of the developments around town joins Sharon Mayer and Mark "Friedo" Friedman to discuss the future of The Allen Fairview Community. With nearly 41 years of design, construction and development experience, Bruce  understands and values  the need for a good team approach to every project. He and his wife Cindy formed JaRyCo Development in 2001 and continue to bring developments and jobs to the community. Currently JaRyCo Development is teaming up with the Johnson family to build the 135-acre urban-style project on Sam Rayburn Tollway and Alma Drive--The Farm Also Saundra Midkiff catches you up on the latest Chamber Events at about 24 minutes and 30 seconds into this episode.   Upcoming Events JUN 22 - Tuesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Just Tires Please join us for a Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate a New Member! 1208 W. McDermott Dr. Allen, TX 75013   JUN 24 - Thursday 5:05pm - 6:35pm 5:05 Networking - Credit Union of Texas 900 W. Bethany, Suite 100 Allen, TX 7501

Sharon Mayer, Karen Simpson, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross give you an early look at the upcoming Chamber gala - and how your business can benefit. Plus, big news on VIBE and how you can be part of the new leadership class. Registration Links: Leadership 101: https://www.allenfairviewchamber.com/event/462160/leadership-allen-fairview-101 Speed Job Interviews: https://www.allenfairviewchamber.com/event/461927/speed-job-interviews 5:05 Networking: https://www.allenfairviewchamber.com/event/462197/5:05-networking---credit-union-of-texas

Sharon Mayer, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross talk with David Ellis, Assistant Director with the Allen Economic Development Corporation. They discuss the importance of the EDC, upcoming projects, and the things you might not be aware at the EDC is doing. MAY 25 Tuesday 4:00pm - 7:00pm Spring Fling- Join us for our Spring Fling with an in person happy hour! This is a special opportunity to showcase and sell your products while building important business relationships. Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Allen 705 Central Expressway South, Allen, TX 75013 The cost for an exhibit table is $50.00 for chamber members; $70 for non-members. Each exhibitor will be provided a six-foot draped table along with two folding chairs. Please bring signage, table cover or other item to prominently show your business name. We suggest that you devise an attraction/game for your booth.  Bring a door prize. Give something away to each consumer; place a fishbowl for business cards for visitors to your booth   MAY 28- Friday 8:30am - 9

Monica Steiner and Mark "Friedo" Friedman host a panel discussing the mental health effects seen because of COVID. They are joined by Cheryl Loving (Head of Counseling, Allen ISD Special Services), Dan Boggs (hospital chaplain, Texas Health), Tammy Mahan (CEO, Life Path Systems), and Ken Myers (Deputy Chief of Allen Police Department).

Sharon Mayer, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross chat with Allen Police Chief Brian Harvey about his perspective on the pandemic, how it's affecting the mental health of kids, community outreach - and MUCH MORE!

Mike and Kelly Hoefler, co-founders of the Zach Hoefler Memorial Trust, join Kris Gross in this edition of The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce Business Spotlight. https://www.hoeflerstrong.com/

Sharon Mayer, Saundra Midkiff, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross chat about upcoming events at the chamber. Plus, what you need to know about the upcoming election. Ribbon Cutting: Wednesday, May 5, 2021 | 4:30 PM Digestive Health Center of Allen981 State Hwy 121, Ste 2100Allen, TX  75013   Thursday, May 6, 2021 | 4:30 PMHeritage Ranch Golf & Country Club 15th Year Chamber Anniversary 465 Scenic Ranch CircleFairview 75069   APR 28 Wednesday 1:00pm - 2:00pm BOLD: BSA Think Box 5 person panel will bring their sales, marketing, education, finance and various life experiences to answer your questions to help you grow.   MAY 7 - Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm Spring Golf Classic at The Courses at Watters Creek, 7201 Chase Oaks Blvd. Plano, Please note: Player spots will be capped at 100. Sponsorships are available and groups or individuals are encouraged to play a round!  Breakfast, lunch, goody bags will be provided for all.  Registration and Breakfast will begin at 7:30 AM Luckiest Putt: 8:15 AM Shotgun Start

Sharon Mayer, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross sit down with Allen Fire Chief Jonathan Boyd to talk about his involvement in the AFD vaccine distribution.

Saundra Midkiff and Ana Gonzalez chat with Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross about the most important thing you are currently missing on allenfairviewchamber.com NEW MEMBERS UFC FIT Health and Beauty Spa New View Roofing - Tom Longville The Learning Experience Clear Choice Window Cleaning   RIBBON CUTTINGS Willow Pond Venue - April 6, 11:30AM 190 County Road 490, Princeton, TX 75407

Matt and Suzanne Cason, the duo that makes up "The Cason Premier Team – Coldwell Banker Apex, REALTORS®", chat with Mark Friedman and Kris Gross in this edition of The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce Business Spotlight. https://www.facebook.com/CasonPremierHomes

Ana Gonzalez, Kris Gross and Mark Friedman discuss the importance of the Chamber's special event, Operation Thank You. Plus, a visit with some of the Operation Thank You volunteers on why they volunteer for this event.

Sharon Mayer and Ana Gonzalez chat with Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross about important reasons you may not know about joining the Chamber. Plus, why you NEED to check out allenfairviewchamber.com! NEW MEMBERS Card My Yard Allen - cardmyyard.com / 214-509-7061 College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving - 180 Industrial Blvd, Suite L McKinney, TX 75069 / collegehunks.com / 214-548-8624 FastDoc Urgent Care - 325 Central Expressway South Allen, TX 75013 / fastdocucc.com / 214-785-7246 Flirty Girl Lash Studio - 845 W Stacy Rd Building B St 165 Allen, TX 75013 / lash.northdallasflirtygirl.com / 682-716-0527 Southwestern Consulting - elizabethmahusayswc.com / 469-422-8902

Sharon Mayer and Saundra Midkiff chat with Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Kris Gross about upcoming Chamber events. NEW MEMBERS WingSnob-Allen – sells wings. Can't decide between traditional or boneless? Order it "50/50" and they will split them up for you! Not in the mood for wings? How about some chicken tenders, cauli-wings with a side of veggies, coleslaw or sweet cornbread, choose a dipping sauce and then end it all with a slice of gourmet cheesecake as your reward for the day. Now open at 975 Hwy 121, Suite 155 Express Oil Change at 180 S Watters – is known for the Signature 10 Minute Oil Change, They can also perform manufacturer-recommended scheduled maintenance, tune-ups, and repairs, they are your one-stop automotive service provider! D1 Training Allen – are you looking for personalized workout programs, state-of-the-art equipment, and coaches who use training techniques backed by the latest sports science? This facility is ready for meet your needs and support your growth! (972) 497-8379 500 W Bethany

Mark "Friedo" Friedman makes his return to the podcast! He made a surprise visit to the Chamber office to chat with Sharon Mayer, Ana Gonzalez, Saundra Midkiff and Kris Gross on this week's episode.   NEW MEMBERS Soapbox.Online - helps Practices and Providers Be Found and Chosen Online, Automate and Streamline Patient Feedback and Manage You and Your Practice’s Digital Footprint 24/7/365. Call Dustin at 214- 865-6174 BBVA – one if their many services is consolidate debt fast with a BBVA Express Personal Loan. Nothing's more freeing than knowing exactly where you stand on debt. With a personal loan, you can consolidate your debt into a single payment. Plus, benefit from a competitive low interest rate and monthly payment. 806 W McDermott in Allen The Dynamic Estate Team -Coldwell Banker APEX, Realtor - Selling or buying a home is more than just paperwork and closing tables. They tailor the experience to your needs and partner with you every step of the way. Call Steven at 387-2544 The Goddard School of Allen (

Sharon Mayer, Ana Gonzalez, Saundra Midkiff and Kris Gross get you ready for the holidays with the latest from the Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce. New members: Teresa's House Assisted Living & Memory Care 972-747-8033   Village Cooperative 972-954-9898   America Debt Resolutions 972-884-4701   TrustUp 214-724-3208   The Shirt Locker (972) 905-6911 201 E. Bethany #15 Join Tipping Allen on Facebook

Sharon Mayer, Ana Gonzalez, Saundra Midkiff and Kris Gross discuss the importance of networking (or relationship building!) and upcoming events. New Members: Childrens Lighthouse of Allen 1605 E. Main Street   214- 799-0530 www.childrenslighthouse.com/allen   Instar Title 817- 415-1970 www.instartitle.com   Ellen's Restaurant & Bar 210 S Central Expressway 469- 206-3339 www.gritsrule.com   Ribbon Cuttings: DEC 8 - Tuesday 11:30am - 12:30pm Ribbon Cutting - WingSnob-Allen 975 Hwy 121, Suite 155, Allen, TX 75013   DEC 9 - Wednesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Peppersmash - Craft Bar and Kitchen 305 N Central Expressway, Allen, TX 75013   DEC 10 - Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting - Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios 1010 W. Exchange, Bldg A Suite 1150, Allen, TX 75013