Mexican President Felipe Calderón and top business leaders a success
Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert called Tuesday's meeting between visiting Me(1).jpg?i=050708164102) xican President Felipe Calderón Hinojosa and top business leaders a success. The Mayor and the Greater Dallas Chamber hosted the gathering of 50 Dallas CEOs and top Mexican business and government officials at the Rosewood Crescent Hotel with the sponsorship of Texas-based law firm Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP.
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Momentum keeps DFW aloft despite troubled U.S. economy
DFW is well positioned to manage the national economic downturn. In contrast, most commentary on second-quarter economic performance puts the U.S. close to zero.
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U.S.-Spain Business Development Reception with Gov. Perry and Amb. Aguirre
Honorable Rick Perry will be among a host of business executives and Texas leadership welcoming U.S. Ambassador to Spain Eduardo Aguirre to Dallas on Monday, May 12, 2008.
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Hear from state legislators at legislative luncheon May 14
Three state representatives will give updates on interim activities and critical business concerns for the 2009 session at the Greater Dallas Chamber’s Legislative Luncheon May 14.
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Sen. Shapiro, Rep. Eissler to look at student accountability, other issues
State Sen. Florence Shapiro and State Rep. Rob Eissler will update the Chamber on education at the state level and its effect on DFW and Texas at a Chamber luncheon May 21.
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Attention, movers and shakers: Leadership Dallas applications due
Leadership Dallas is recruiting a cross-section of local community leaders for its 10-month education and development program. Applications are due by May 22.
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Chamber forges business links between India and North Texas
The Chamber’s International Business Council traveled to India last month to foster collaborative relationships with technology companies and academic institutions.
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That gets my vote: program profiles May 10 DISD bond election
Members of the business community learned about the May 10 Dallas ISD bond election at a leadership breakfast last month. If approved, the $1.35 billion in bonds will be used to construct 15 new schools, renovate over 200 schools, build new science labs and update technology in classrooms. The Greater Dallas Chamber has endorsed the bond and encourages its members to vote yes on May 10.
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DFW school districts to vote on bonds, board candidates May 10
Local school board elections and bond elections are set for Saturday, May 10. Check with your local district for details on voting in your area.
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Chamber group, Dallas fire department install 1000 smoke detectors
.jpg?i=050708164102) The Chamber’s 2008 Leadership Dallas class and the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department have installed 1000 smoke detectors in the Hamilton Park neighborhood.
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Penalties for hiring illegal aliens include prison time, stiff fines
Employers who hire illegal immigrants face increased fines and possible jail time, a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement official has warned.
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Professional Women’s Forum offers top speakers, networking events
The Professional Women's Forum is a new initiative that offers top-notch speakers on topics of interest to professional women. Frequent networking events are another opportunity to expand your circle of contacts.
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State of Tech Luncheon to hear top execs, show off hot innovations
The Technology Business Council and leading companies will spotlight recent innovations at the State of Technology Luncheon May 8.
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Dallas City Council members to update Chamber at May 30 event
Members of the Dallas City Council will brief the Chamber on city activities and key business-related issues at a luncheon program in late May.
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Chamber-backed programs link employers, youth to shape careers
The Greater Dallas Chamber is partnering with Arbor Education & Youth Training Service and WorkSource for Dallas County to bring together employers and youth to strengthen the communities of tomorrow.
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Young Professionals lend hand in cleanup, plan Pinkston career day
Young Professionals were among 700 volunteers that cleaned up downtown Dallas as part of Earthfest 2008.
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UT-Dallas chess team repeats as U.S., Western Hemisphere champs
The University of Texas Dallas retained its title as Intercollegiate Chess Champion of the Final Four for the second consecutive year.
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Mid-sized firms briefed on compliance in payment card industry
David Puzas, marketing executive for IBM Security Global Programs & Services, kicked off the Chamber's Keep I.T. Simple breakfast series April 24 by addressing compliance issues in the payment card industry.
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Wealth of summer programs for students also enriches participating firms
Hundreds of Dallas-area business people have already volunteered for summer programs that ensure that today's students--tomorrow's workforce--will be well prepared for life after high school.
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Snapshot Spotlight
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From the Boardroom
Board members featured this month are David B. Holl, president and chief executive officer, Mary Kay Inc. and Susan Spradley, Head of North America Region, Nokia Siemens Networks.
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