Entries from August 2009

August 24, 2009

Welcome From the Dallas Regional Chamber President

Dallas Regional Chamber President, Ambassador James C. Oberwetter, welcomes everyone to the Chamber’s various new social media outlets. For more information, visit www.DallasChamber.org.

August 21, 2009

Chamber Hosts Annual Congressional Forum for 400 business leaders

U.S. Representatives Ralph Hall, Joe Barton, Eddie Bernice Johnson and Pete Sessions of the north Texas congressional delegation joined the Chamber and regional business leaders for the annual congressional forum in downtown Dallas. About 400 Chamber members and guests attended the luncheon.  The congressional members gave short remarks and then answered questions from the audience.  As you might have guessed, healthcare [...]

August 14, 2009

Texas Among Nation’s Leaders in Driving the Innovation Economy

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce recently released a study looking at how innovation plays a role in each state’s growth and development. Texas was labeled as a  leader in driving the innovation economy across the nation. Please view the below article from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for additional information on this study. ——- Texas Among [...]

August 11, 2009

Dallas Regional Chamber Calls For Momentum Dallas Entries

The Dallas Regional Chamber is accepting nominations through September 11, 2009 for the 2009 Momentum Awards. The Momentum Awards celebrate companies that have made a positive impact on the economy through job growth, relocation and expansion activities. The award also honors companies that contribute to the vitality of the Dallas region. Awards will be presented [...]

August 10, 2009

Fluor Corporation Recipient of Dallas Regional Chamber’s Annual International Award

The Dallas Regional Chamber’s international staff knew without a doubt that it was time to recognize Fluor Corporation for the contributions that they have made to the Dallas area since their relocation to the Dallas metro area in 2005/2006.  The Fluor Corporation relocation to Las Colinas is indicative of the strengths of the DFW region.  [...]