New Member Spotlight - Lee Brothers Construction
1. How did Lee Brothers Construction get its start? When we created the company 6 years ago, my dad, Russell Lee, had already been a builder for 40 years. He wanted to leave a legacy for his family through the experience he had attained. So, Russell (my dad), Richard (me), and Ryan (my brother) decided to get serious and form a real company. We have been calling Huntsville home ever since, though we do work all over in Conroe, Montgomery, Spring, and Livingston areas. 2. Take us through LBC’s journey as a
George Musselman, CFP® Certification
TEXAS, THE WOODLANDS, AUG. 19, 2019 – George Musselman, a Wealth Advisor with HFG Wealth Management, has been authorized by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) to use the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ mark and CFP® certification mark in accordance with CFP Board certification. “This accomplishment is paramount for me as well as for HFG’s clients,” said Mr. Musselman. “Professional certifications are essential in financial planning. Our industry has expectations, as do our
August Spotlight - Office Evolution and Citizen's Grill
Our Spotlight partner for August is Citizen’s Grill. If you haven’t eaten there yet, you owe it to yourself to get in there for lunch or dinner and see what all the chatter is about. Citizen’s Grill Americana Kitchen & Bar opened in June and is off to a rapid start in gaining popularity with neighboring communities. Tucked into the Marcel Town Center directly across the street from the Xscape Theatre at 315 Enclave Drive in Conroe, it is one of the best places for quality comfort cuisine. Managing
Family Promise 2019 Bed Races and Chili Cook Off
Conroe, TX (August 23, 2019) – Get excited!! It is time for the 2nd Annual Family Promise Bed Races! Like no other event in our county, teams of 5 will race their creative bed for bragging rights and to help our families with children changing their lives through the Family Promise 90-day program in Montgomery County.Family Promise of Montgomery County is excited the way our community embraces a unique family fun event that supports entries from youth, students in college, local businesses, organizations,
Conroe Chamber offers mini workshop “Finance is Not a 4 Letter Word”
Conroe, TX (September 22, 2019) – All businesses want to be successful, but how is success measured? As a business owner or part of a business do you understand how to read a Profit and Loss statement or a balance sheet? Are you prepared for 2020 and the future? Barry Blanton, Blanton Advisors, LLC founder, will share simple tips to financial success during “Finance is not a 4 Letter Word” in the upcoming workshop. The Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce will host the Professional Business
Great Pumpkin Shoot Aiming to Feed Seniors!
Conroe, TX (August 21, 2019) – Meals on Wheels Montgomery County (MOWMC) will hold their fourth annual “The Great Pumpkin Shoot – Aiming To Feed Seniors” sporting clays tournament on October 25, 2019 at the Blackwood Gun Club in Conroe, TX, to benefit the homebound elderly of Montgomery County. Meals on Wheels Montgomery County is pleased to announce SWBC Mortgage has returned as the presenting sponsor for “The Great Pumpkin Shoot - Aiming to Feed Seniors.” Jeff Bither and David Baker, SWBC Area
Riverstone Commercial Real Estate Announces New Partnership with SVN®
College Station, TX (August 20, 2019) – Riverstone Commercial Real Estate has aligned with SVN®. SVN International Corp. (SVNIC) is a full-service commercial real estate franchisor of the SVN® brand. Going forward, the new venture will operate as SVN|RIVERSTONE COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE. Founded in 2017, SVN | RIVERSTONE COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE is led by Founding Partners and Managing Directors Jim Jones and Jess Buenger. The rapidly expanding firm offers brokerage and advisory services to buyers, sellers,
Dress White Event to benefit Children’s Literacy
Conroe, TX (August 20, 2019) – It’s time for the Annual Dress White Linen Party hosted by Children’s Books on Wheels (CBOW). Although it started many years ago as a theme for the rich and powerful to raise funds for charity, the Dress White event hopes anyone with a passion for literacy attends the event. Students that have access to books for reading on a daily basis will perform better on reading and writing tests than non-reading students with increased opportunity for success in their life. The
Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital announces $240 million expansion
As Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital embarks on its second year of providing leading medicine to families in Montgomery County and the northern Houston region, Debra F. Sukin, CEO of Houston Methodist The Woodlands, and regional senior vice president, Houston Methodist, announced the hospital’s phase 2 construction plan – a $240 million expansion to meet the needs of the community. The new construction, which will begin in late September 2019, will include a patient tower with 100 beds, focused on
Kalousek Brothers launch Link Local Living Guide and Directory for Montgomery County
Growing up in Montgomery County and graduating from The Woodlands High School, brothers Matt and Russell Kalousek have had a passion for giving back and supporting the community they love. The Kalousek brothers are now celebrating the 15th year anniversary of their own local business, Graphic Design FX, based in The Woodlands, Texas, with the announcement of the their new venture, the Link Local Living Guide. The Link Local Living Guide will serve the community as a free online interactive directory
Professional Business Development Is Back With Leadership and Inspiration
Small businesses make up a large portion of the workforce in the community and leadership can make or break the business. The Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce will host the next Professional Business Development workshop on Wednesday, May 22 from 8:00am until 9:30am at The Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber boardroom, located at 505 W. Davis in Conroe. This seminar with be focused on leadership, inspiration and team-building within one’s organization. As a proven leader in the community, Chad Patterson will
2019 WISE Conference announces local nonprofits and key speaker
The 2019 7th Annual WISE Conference, has announced their charities of choice for the conference scheduled for September 25 at Lone Star College, 5000 Research Blvd. In The Woodlands, from 9:00am to 4:00pm. “Women Helping Women” is the motivation behind the collaboration between two organizations that founded the conference in 2012, Montgomery County Association of Business Women (MCABW) and Women on a Mission to Earn Commission (WOAMTEC). Each year, the WISE Conference planning committee chooses a local
Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital recognizes four “2019 Physicians of the Year”
Four leading physicians have been named the “2019 Physicians of the Year” at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital. This year the hospital gave four awards – one representing each of Houston Methodist’s four pillars of excellence – safety, quality, service and innovation. Departments within the hospital nominated physicians who epitomize excellence in each of the mentioned categories. The award for ‘Unparalleled Safety’ was given to Dr. Adam Frome, who specializes in nephrology and serves as the
Walking Across Texas and Toward a Healthier Community
Long-time community partners Lone Star Family Health Center (LSFHC) and Montgomery County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension (AgriLife) have teamed up to host two Walk Across Texas challenges at Sam Houston Elementary School. “Academic performance and health go hand-in-hand,” says AgriLife County Extension Agent Amy Ressler, ”so using Walk Across Texas to help the students and families felt like the perfect fit.” The ‘Jets Get Fit’ program that came from the LSFHC and Agrilife partnership started with a pep
Protect Controls Inc. - Leadership Changes
Protect Controls Inc, a pioneer in the fabrication of custom electrical power buildings, is announcing leadership changes for the company. Don Davis founded Protect Controls in 1973 anticipating an industry need for an alternative to brick & mortar construction and developed/produced his first customized E-House. Forty-five years later and with over 5,100 buildings manufactured the company is making the below changes for continued ongoing success. David Stearnes has been appointed as the new company
Conroe Family Medicine Residency Announces Class of 2022
Last week, the Conroe Family Medicine Residency Program (CFMR), a program operated by Lone Star Family Health Center in partnership with HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, announced its 36th class of family medicine resident physicians, continuing its history of educating physicians in a community-based environment and addressing the looming family medicine physician shortage. By the year 2025, the United States will have a shortage of 52,000 primary care physicians. This shortage will impact families
Did You Know? 85 Years Ago
In 1934, the world was in the Great Depression, Hitler named himself Fuehrer of Germany, Mussolini was Prime Minister of Italy and Roosevelt was President of the United States. The continuing Midwest drought destroyed 35 million acres of farmland in Oklahoma, and President Roosevelt instituted public works programs to build roads, dams and bridges to create jobs. Unemployment was at 22 percent. In entertainment, Donald Duck first appeared in a cartoon, and “It Happened One Night,” starring Claudette
Randall J. Wright, MD joins Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital’s Neurology Team
Randall J. Wright, MD has recently joined Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital’s comprehensive neurosciences team as Medical Director of the Brain Wellness Center at The Woodlands, and is a member of the Houston Methodist Stanley H. Appel Department of Neurology. As a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurologist with unique expertise in stroke and dementia prevention and brain health, his clinical interests also include epilepsy, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, headache/Botox injection,
Next Generation Leadership Students Learn about Creating their Vision for their Future
After months of waiting, the Next Generation Leadership class finally got to have their much awaited session with Tracey Casey-Arnold! Students had the privilege of getting to share their vision boards (3 phases: 1-4 years, 5-8 years, 9-10 years) and life goals with a panel of experts who offered feedback on how to achieve one's goals. Hearing from people who have walked these steps educated the students about the importance of remaining steadfast in one's vision, staying accountable to oneself, and being
What Does A Chamber Do And Why Should You Join?
The best way to spread the word about your business is by making connections. Whether you're new to the local community or a veteran company that has been around for decades, your reputation grows as you engage in other influential entities within your community. That's why so many businesses choose to join a chamber of commerce. These resourceful organizations are made to help local businesses thrives. From building your brand's presence to increasing sales, learn how you can use your membership to foster
Saikowski Goertz Named President of Executive Women's Alliance
Natalie Saikowski Goertz of The Woodlands has been named President of Executive Women’s Alliance in Montgomery County effective January 1, 2019. Saikowski Goertz is an entrepreneur and Executive Vice President of Mr. Rooter Plumbing in The Woodlands. She has served as Executive Women’s Alliance Vice President of Programs and most recently as President-Elect last year. “I am so honored to be named President of Executive Women’s Alliance,” said Saikowski Goertz. “I am extremely passionate about this
What Is The History Behind Ribbon Cuttings and Chambers?
Modern ribbon-cutting ceremonies symbolize new beginnings, as similar ceremonies have done for centuries. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is often organized by a city's chamber of commerce when a new business becomes a member or opens a new location. The ceremony is reminiscent of wedding customs that symbolized the start of a marriage partnership but a new business is presented rather than a new family.Tradition Ribbon cuttings have long been traditional components of European wedding ceremonies. In France,
Top Reasons To Shop Local This Season
Why buy local? By choosing local and independent businesses, you not only enjoy a more personal experience, you help: BUILD COMMUNITY! The casual encounters you enjoy at neighborhood–scale businesses and the public spaces around them build relationships and community cohesiveness. They’re the ultimate social networking sites! STRENGTHEN YOUR LOCAL ECONOMY! Each dollar you spend at independent businesses returns 3 times more money to your local economy than one spent at a chain (almost 50 times more than
Abbe North Joins Newly Formed McKenzie's Catering
McKenzie’s Barbeque and Burgers announced the formation of their McKenzie’s Catering Division with the addition of Abbe North as Catering Director. McKenzie’s is best known for the family restaurant that operates locations in Conroe and Montgomery, Texas. Abbe brings 7 years of expertise in restaurant and event management working for the ClubCorp locations in April Sound and at The Woodlands Country Club. “We are excited to have Abbe join the business,” noted Colin McKenzie, VP Development. “Her event
H-E-B’s Help End Hunger Campaign raises $20K for Montgomery County Food Bank
During H-E-B’s Help End Hunger campaign, customers were encouraged to donate $1, $3 or $5 at the checkout, adding the amount to their final grocery bill. As a result, $20,000 was raised for the Montgomery County Food Bank. Help End Hunger, which ran in all H-E-B stores across Texas, provided awareness about hunger issues as well as senior and family nutrition. This action continues H-E-B’s 113-year legacy of contributing to worthy causes throughout the great state of Texas. H-E-B has been a longtime
Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce Meets with Representatives and Policymakers in Washington DC
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Last week, U.S. Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX08) hosted the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce in our nation’s capital. During their time in Washington, the Chamber met with Congressman Brady, Texas Senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn, and federal agency officials to discuss how tax reform is benefiting the Conroe community and other shared priorities such as workforce development. “It is always a privilege to meet with business leaders from my district and hear first-hand how tax
