Research In Motion selects Irving for its U.S. headquarters
The Greater Dallas Chamber announced that BlackBerry maker Research In Motion (RIM) has selected Irving as its U.S. headquarters.
RIM is expected to employ more than 1,000 people in the region over the next several years, including roles in research and development, technical support, business operations and administration.
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Going, going...Register today for Chamber’s Annual Meeting Jan. 18
The Greater Dallas Chamber's 2008 Annual Meeting Jan. 18 will celebrate ’07 successes in public policy and economic development and look ahead to the challenges of a new year.
The meeting will feature remarks by Ralph W. Babb, Jr., chairman and chief executive officer, Comerica Inc. and Comerica Bank, this year's presenting sponsor.
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Design, construction forum to highlight LEED certification in North Texas
The Chamber will host its ninth annual Public Sector Design and Construction Forum on Thursday, Feb. 14, at the Adam’s Mark Hotel, 400 N. Olive Street.
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Annual Leadership Luncheon to feature Blue Bell CEO
100 Years of Leadership: The Secret of Blue Bell Ice Cream
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Local business, Chamber partnering to prepare youth for employment
Chamber member companies can take part in two programs aimed at preparing youth ages 17-21 for employment.
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Learn to create a strategy-driven culture in your work environment
Dr. Blake Leath, author and CEO, will speak to the business community on how to develop a strategy-driven culture at work at a Chamber breakfast Jan. 30.
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Young Professionals membership doubled in ’07; Board members named
The Young Professionals organization more than doubled its membership last year, from 193 members to 395. The group also added a Behind Closed Doors series, which offers access to some of DFW’s best-known landmarks, and a mentoring program pairing YP members with Leadership Dallas Alumni.
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Technology Business Council program to promote region’s tech, life science strengths
The Chamber’s Technology Business Council (TBC) will expand upon its international communications campaign that promotes Dallas/Fort Worth’s technology and life science assets.
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Report card: Superintendents to look at needs of DFW’s schools
School superintendents will discuss what their districts are doing to ensure a high quality education for all students at a Chamber program set for Feb. 12.
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Be flexible! Apply for national Sloan workplace flexibility award
For the fourth year in a row, the Chamber is partnering with the Families and Work Institute, the U.S. Chamber, and Twiga Foundation to promote the benefits of workplace flexibility.
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International business plan covers key markets, help for firms abroad
The 2008 Program of Work for the Chamber’s International Business Development division includes overseas activities, assisting area businesses’ international growth and the promotion of DFW as an international business site for overseas companies.
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Texas pumps dollars into research grants to build life sciences industry
Texas is building a national reputation as a leader in the life sciences industry by using millions in grant dollars for research and development and competitiveness strategies, says Tom Kowalski, president of the Texas Healthcare and Bioscience Institute.
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New committee ramps up to build DFW’s renewable resources tech rep
The Technology Business Council’s newest committee will work to build the region’s reputation as a provider of renewable resources technology.
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Chamber members to compete in Live Healthy Dallas 100-day Challenge
Chamber members are ready for a little healthy competition. The Chamber will launch a pilot Live Healthy Dallas 100 Day Challenge for Employers Jan. 16.
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From the Boardroom
People are the greatest asset any organization can have, and the Greater Dallas Chamber's membership roster boasts some of the nation's top talent. Each month, The Chamber Report profiles some of the Chamber's most dedicated volunteers-the board of directors-sharing their corporate pathways to success. This month, the Chamber's board of director spotlight features Tom Sanchez and Yi Zhao.
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