Ladies-
Thank you all for another great Parker County Day at the Capitol. It was a well organized and productive event.
Appreciate your efforts in coordinating everything.
-Sterling, City Administrator for Hudson Oaks
When I moved to Parker County after retiring from the military, I didn’t know a single person. I was trying to grow my business in a place that felt completely unfamiliar. And walking into a room where everyone seemed to already know each other? That was intimidating.
In the military, we’re often in silos. We serve, we show up, but we’re not always seen - especially once we take off the uniform. We’re here in the community, but often not known by it. That’s exactly how I felt when I first arrived. So I had to do something.
But I threw myself into a Chamber luncheon - and that changed everything. I was instantly met by a few people who genuinely welcomed me, and then I met Lisa. Her energy is the kind that makes you feel like you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be. I wasn’t just another person in the room - I was part of it.
The Chamber gave me a place to grow my business, but more than that, it gave me community. It helped me shift from feeling like a stranger to feeling like I belong. And that showed in my business as well. People learned my character and then started to sign up for my coaching and workshops.
So here’s my message to anyone who’s new, or maybe feeling a little unseen: take the initiative. Say yes to that luncheon. Introduce yourself. You might feel like an outsider walking in - but this is the kind of place that can turn into home. It did for me.
The Chamber is a community partner that provides collective resources to provide information and resources to make our business community more successful.
Zan Prince
The Parker County Chamber of Commerce has been an integral part of our growth and our continued ability to grow greatness in Aledo ISD. We have a very close and communicative relationship that I believe is beneficial for both of us and collectively makes each of us stronger.
The Chamber has been a huge advocate for our district and community in our state legislature for everything from public school funding to supporting improved infrastructure and services for our children and families. The Chamber keeps lines of communication open for us so that they can do anything they can to advocate for and support our district.
The Chamber has also been instrumental in leading meetings and keeping the district connected to support development in our district boundaries. This includes connections to developers and site selection firms as well as understanding and advocating for infrastructure that affects not just our area but also our campuses and future campus locations.
Dr. Susan Bohn, Aledo ISD Superintendent
Parker County Chamber supported my business’s success by promoting through different avenues - networking events, parties, business after hours, ribbon cuttings, promotional flyers, community
engagement, online exposure, events, classes, professional development opportunities.
Karina Pappas, C&K Designs
Due to the nature of our business, a law firm, our ability to advertise through the Parker County Chamber of commerce is limited; however, we are present at all the luncheon’s and functions and are known throughout the community. We also donate Estate planning packages at events held by the chamber whenever possible. Given how well run and organized our chamber is, just being present and known at these functions goes along way for our credibility as a prominent law firm in our community.
CHARLES D. OCAMPO
"The Parker County Chamber of Commerce has been instrumental in connecting us with other businesses and the community. Their team is always proactive in finding ways to support local companies like ours, making sure we stay engaged and involved in efforts that uplift the entire business community.
Looking ahead, we see the Chamber continuing to be a driving force in Parker County by introducing fresh ideas that keep businesses visible and connected. Their commitment to creating opportunities—whether through business-to-business introductions, public forums that keep residents informed, or fun, interactive events that bring the community and businesses together—is shaping a vibrant future for all of us."
Leon Henry
Our Chamber of Commerce has ALWAYS supported my financial institution. We have extended credit to them and opened commercial checking accounts for them. Loyalty is important. With the Chambers social media expanding they have been wonderful in thanking us for supporting events, sponsoring golf tournaments etc. and their website is always available to promote my business. We have the opportunity to also be a spotlight member at the monthly luncheons and speak about our business.
Tanya Hodges
Much (but not all) of our work is for government entities and the chamber has been a great supporter and have opened opportunities I would not have thought of to improve our networking with that client base.
Derek Turner
"The Parker County Chamber of Commerce has been an incredible partner in our business growth and community involvement. Through opportunities like the Ambassadorship program, I’ve been able to join a distinguished team of leaders dedicated to welcoming and supporting both new and existing businesses. The Chamber also offers valuable sponsorship opportunities for networking and celebratory events, which help promote our business while fostering connections with others.
One of the greatest benefits has been participating in the Leadership Program, which provides insight into the inner workings of our community, introductions to local officials and politicians, and a deeper understanding of how we can someday step into leadership roles ourselves.
The twice-monthly Business-to-Business Luncheons, free for members to attend, have become a must on my calendar, along with monthly luncheons, ribbon cuttings, and other Chamber-hosted events that keep us engaged and visible.
Looking to the future, I see the Chamber continuing to live out its slogan, ‘Your Conduit for Connectivity’. Their commitment to offering resources, networking opportunities, social media exposure, and a widely distributed annual directory ensures that local businesses remain connected, supported, and top-of-mind in the community."
Being in the Parker County Chamber of Commerce has made incredible differences in my approach to business and the merchant services industry. First and foremost, it has in itself far more deeply ingrained me into the Parker County community. Learning about the various business owners and their businesses is incredibly inspiring. However, it also showed me the value in relationships. For example, I learned that, for my industry, the general line of, “I’ll save you some money” may be true, but it absolutely does not resonate with business owners in the contemporary market. Instead, owners in Parker County want technology to make their lives easier, support when things don’t go as planned, and all at an affordable price. None of the training in this industry prepared me for that; I was always taught to talk about the savings. But the biggest impact has been the relationships that have stemmed from it. My favorite Chamber function is our B2B Leads Group, meeting twice per month. The leader of this group is a very dear friend I met through the Chamber. She has sent me new customers, spoken on my behalf to business owners to encourage them to trust me, and always lets me know if someone is unhappy or spreading false rumors. I’ve met hundreds of people I wouldn’t have known otherwise, developed friendships I know I will have for years to come, and made customers who will always receive my business needs as well.
Ryan Smith
"Our involvement with the Parker County Chamber of Commerce has been instrumental to the growth of our business. Through the Chamber, we’ve built valuable partnerships with companies and individuals we may not have otherwise connected with. The Business-to-Business (B2B) events, in particular, have become a key resource for us, helping generate new leads and opportunities.
Being a part of the Chamber perfectly aligns with our mission of staying deeply rooted in the community. We value meaningful engagement, and the Chamber provides the platform to connect with both residents and local business leaders. This involvement is not only central to our marketing efforts but also allows us to contribute to the overall success and growth of Parker County."
Gary Pierce & Willis Richardson
● Being part of the Parker County Chamber positions Hartmann Window Cleaning as a trusted local service provider. I believe many customers view Chamber members as reputable and reliable businesses.
● Regularly attending Parker County Chamber events has allowed us to build relationships with other business owners, local leaders, and potential clients.
● Parker County Chamber has referred our business to people seeking services in the area, resulting in more leads.
● Parker County Chamber does an excellent job of advocating for local businesses, ensuring our interests are represented in discussions about local policies or economic development.
● Our participation in Parker County Chamber-sponsored promotions or events, such as local fairs or business expos, helped showcase our services to a broader audience.
● Lastly, being part of the Parker County Chamber community helped me personally to the personal struggle I went through last year. The leadership reached out, offered prayers, and support which meant a great deal to me.
Robert Hartmann
We have had 2 of our employees go thru Parker County Leadership which has provided invaluable connections as well as exposure to all facets of the community we serve. Also, attending ribbon cuttings, luncheons, etc. have provided opportunities to connect with other business in the community. The Chamber has been, and continues to be, an invaluable resource for our business and for Parker County.
Joining the chamber has been the single most impactful decision we have made as business owners. The chamber has truly been a godsend for us! We were struggling as a small business trying to network by word of mouth and the chamber has given us an incredible opportunity with their guidance, business connections, and available tools we couldn’t find anywhere else. The Parker County Chamber is second to none and we are very blessed to be a part of the family. We had no idea how much the local governments, non-profits, and local industries benefited from and/or supported the whole county. We felt we needed the purpose and direction that we never had before joining the chamber.
The chamber provides us with a conduit to sources, tools, networking and education that we could not find anywhere else. It connects us with like-minded members that have been down many paths ahead of us and they willingly share their experiences, thoughts, and lessons learned. We’ve already met some goals by working with a few of the member companies to date and have future goals that we know we will be working with other member companies on in the future. Joining the chamber has been the single most important and impactful business decisions we have made. We learn so much from the other members. There are hundreds of years of experience within the chamber membership to learn from and they willingly share their knowledge. We want to help each other succeed!
Gary & Denise Templeton
The Chamber has been a constant source of encouragement, providing resources, guidance, and a sense of belonging. Knowing we are part of a network of passionate and driven individuals keeps us motivated to push forward and achieve our long-term vision.
Nelly & Richard Hill
Lisa,
Congratulations on 20 YEARS of service to the Chamber! What an amazing testimony!
Thank you for all the time, sacrifice, and investment you've personally made to help grow this community into the 5 Star Parker County Chamber that it is today. It is such an honor to be a part of this group of people and businesses. Your leadership has been seen through the example you set, the excellence in which you serve, and the integrity you process.
Thank you for all the behind-the-scenes work you do. You are an unsung hero and I am glad you are getting the accolades you deserve. We truly are proud to have you as our President!
Congraulations, again!
Rebecca Briley