Korean ambassador to discuss trade deal at luncheon December 12
"With so many unresolved issues ... time is not on our side," said His Excellency Lee Tae-sik, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the U.S., commenting on the negotiations of a proposed free trade agreement between the two countries. Speaking at the Heritage Foundation last month, Ambassador Lee added, "Our negotiations are now at a critical stage."
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How to protect intellectual property? Patent office speaker has answers
Stephen M. Pinkos, deputy director of the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, will discuss the patent and trademark processes and ways to protect intellectual property at a Chamber luncheon this month. Pinkos will address the Dallas/Fort Worth business community on the current state of the U. S. Patent & Trademark Office and issues affecting those with a stake in protecting their intellectual property.
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10 area businesses recognized for support of Dallas Women's Covenant
The Dallas Women's Covenant celebrated its twelfth year by honoring 10 area corporations at the Annual Covenant Awards last month at the Women's Museum.
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Dallas anti-graffiti team honored for keeping America beautiful
The Leadership Dallas Class of 2006 partnered with government and business earlier this year to stage the largest graffiti wipeout event in Dallas history. The effort was recognized recently with a national award for beautification.
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It's About Our Community effort puts Dallas ISD students to work
State Sen. Royce West's initiative, "It's About Our Community," challenges the business community to provide six weeks of job opportunities, such as internships, for high school students with documentation of continual improvement regarding academic achievement, behavior in school, and citizenship in the community.
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Companies invest in Young Professionals, future of Dallas
In a recent article released by the Metro Atlanta Chamber, Atlanta has increased the size of it's young, highly-educated demographic by 46 percent...far more than any other area in the country. The demand for this new talent in an ever-increasing competition for a qualified workforce has led cities to evaluate what draws this group in. Factors such as cost of living, job opportunities, and community involvement top the list - all of which the Dallas metro excels.
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Ask Congress to increase visas for desperately needed scientists, engineers
The United States is facing the greatest challenge to its global leadership in science and technology since the end of World War II. The unavailability of H-1B, EB-2 and EB-3 visas and the backlogs and delays that impact the immigrant visa process have reached crisis proportions.
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Can Dallas ISD be transformed into a top school district in four years?
The Chamber's Focus on Education breakfast this month will look at Dallas Achieves, a comprehensive effort to transform the Dallas ISD into one of the best urban school districts in the country over the next four years.
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Leadership Dallas, an outstanding year
The Chamber owes a great big thank you to this year's Leadership Dallas Alumni Advisory Council. Thank you to the following Leadership Dallas Alumni for serving on the LDAAC and for an outstanding year:
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Economist Perryman foresees strong growth for DFW region
Economist Dr. Ray Perryman expects strong growth and healthy expansion in a variety of industries in the DFW economy, ranging from export-related manufacturing to financial services, with real gross product rising by 4.4 percent annually to $386 billion in 2011.
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Annual Meeting Jan. 19 to feature Nye and Gafford
The Greater Dallas Chamber's 2007 Annual Meeting will highlight the successes of 2006 and the plans for 2007. Current Chairman of the Board Erle Nye will deliver the 2006 successes while 2007 Chairman of the Board, Ron Gafford will present the plans for 2007.
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A Changing Marketplace
The Greater Dallas Chamber is pleased to present the 8th Annual Economic Forum: "A Changing Marketplace Demands Flexibility." Al Giombetti, vice president of Ford Motor Company and president of Ford and Lincoln Mercury will discuss the overall economy and how fluctuating gas prices and the housing market impact the economy and business.
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