Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center

Please welcome Sharon Mayer, CCE, our new President/CEO of the Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center, starting today! With over 25 years at the Allen Fairview Chamber, she’s ready to lead us into a bright future.  Let’s give Sharon a warm Rowlett welcome! Together, we’re set for success. https://lnkd.in/gR-ZRAgX

📢 Job Opening: President/CEO at the Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center 🌟 Are you a dynamic leader looking to make a significant impact? We're seeking a visionary President/CEO to lead our vibrant Chamber. Check out the job description here: https://lnkd.in/gRedfBTm We are a very strong Chamber with a devoted Board and staff, poised for substantial growth with two large commercial developments incoming. An executive with a complimentary mindset of progress and growth is essential. Join us in driving success for our community! #JobOpening #ChamberLeadership"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Michael Gallops, IOM, TDM to Depart as President/CEO of the Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center. After six years of service, Michael Gallops will be stepping down from his role as President/CEO of the Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center to accept a new position at another Chamber in the DFW metroplex. His departure will be effective as of November 14th, 2023. During his tenure, Michael made significant contributions to the growth and stability of our chamber, including achieving 4-star accreditation. We appreciate his commitment and dedication throughout these years and wish him success in his new role. As we navigate this transitional phase, we want to assure our members that our chamber remains strong and resilient. We are actively in the process of searching for a new President/CEO to lead us into the next chapter. Until a successor is appointed, our staff is fully equipped to manage day-to-day operations and ensure continuity in our services. We are grateful to our members, partners, and the community for their continued trust and support. We remain committed to our mission and are optimistic about the future of our Chamber.

The Inaugural Rowlett Economic Development Summit was an incredible success! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us, with special appreciation to our esteemed panelists and speakers. A big shoutout goes to the dedicated Rowlett Economic Development team for their unwavering support – we couldn't have achieved this without you! Our outstanding lineup of panelists and speakers featured: - State Rep Angie Chen Button - Larry McManus, Office of the Governor, Texas Economic Development & Tourism - Megan Mauro, Texas Association of Business - Jason Saving, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas - Michele Wheeler, Jackson-Shaw Company - Ana Hernandez, PlainsCapital Bank - Elizabeth Koestler, Dallas Regional Chamber - Jason Claunch, Catalyst #EconDev #TeamRowlett #RowlettChamber

Megan gave a great presentation today at our inaugural economic development summit! Thank you and thanks for all you do at the Texas Association of Business for businesses and chambers across the state! #RowlettChamber #EconDev

Register now and join is on September 27th for the Inaugural Rowlett Economic Development Summit. Hosted jointly by the Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center and Rowlett Economic Development, this first-ever event will bring together influential figures, business leaders, and economic experts to discuss the dynamic landscape of commercial development in both City of Rowlett, Texas and the broader Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) region. This summit will serve as a platform for information, idea exchange, and fostering collaboration for a thriving economic future. Speakers and panel participants include: • Angie Chen Button, Texas State Representative for District 112. • Megan Mauro, Senior Vice President of Policy and Advocacy at the Texas Association of Business. • Jason Saving, Director of Community Development Research and Studies at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. • Larry McManus, Director of Business & Community Development at the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office of Governor Greg Abbott. • Michele Wheeler, President and CEO of Jackson-Shaw Company. • Ana Hernandez, Senior Vice President and Senior Commercial Loan Officer at PlainsCapital Bank. • Jason Claunch, President of Catalyst Commercial. • Elizabeth Koestler, Director of Economic Development at the Dallas Regional Chamber. The summit will kick off with a light breakfast, offering attendees an opportunity to network and engage with fellow industry professionals, leaders, and experts. Registration and Contact Information: Prospective participants are encouraged to secure their spot at this event by registering in advance at https://bit.ly/REDS or at the link in the event. #RowlettChamber #EconomicDevelopment #EconDev #RowlettTX

We are here for you in many ways! Want to know more? Give us a call! #RowlettChamber #ThinkChamberFirst #EconomicDevelopment

Thank you for the testimonial, Libbey! We definitely work hard to make each and every session of Leadership Rowlett beneficial to every participant but ultimately the participants are the ones who make each class truly great! Every class is unique, and they all think they are "the best class"! We are still taking applications for this year's class which is shaping up to be one of the very best! We're getting a new book for the book study; we have a new venue for the retreat and we're even revamping the orientation and reception! #LeadershipRowlett #RowlettChamber Rowlett Chamber Foundation

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The training Michael received allows us to offer another benefit to our members and business community. Let us help you help with your workforce concerns with coaching on how to utilize skills- based hiring practices. #TeamRowlett #RowlettChamber #WorkforceDevelopment