Category Archives: President’s Office
Jim’s Book Review: Go Start Something! Live Life on the Edge
By Jim Oberwetter, President & CEO, Dallas Regional Chamber Now he’s an author. Jan Collmer, former chairman of this Dallas Regional Chamber Chairman, 1988-1990. Has just published a great little read for budding entrepreneurs, Go Start Something! Live Life on … Continue reading
Filed under Chamber Communications, President's Office
Letter from the President: Dallas ISD Trustees Earn an A
Dear Members, When did you last see a headline like that? The Dallas ISD Trustees have earned an A for their selection of Mike Miles as the finalist in their search for a new Dallas ISD superintendent. Read all about … Continue reading
Filed under Commit!, Dallas ISD, EducateDallas, Education, President's Office
An Urgent Message from DRC President & Chairman
Dear Members, We are writing this very important and special message to you about one of the Dallas Regional Chamber’s most important initiatives, EducateDallas. Never before in our history has the DRC been so committed to changing the direction of … Continue reading
Filed under Chamber Communications, President's Office
Economic Development Update
Posted by: Erica Flores, Economic Development The Dallas Regional Chamber’s Strategic Plan, launched in 2010, identifies the DRC’s primary role: economic development. Every DRC initiative will support the Dallas region’s economic growth, thus fulfilling our mission: Together, we will lead the … Continue reading
Dallas Regional Chamber’s Statement on American Airlines’ Proposed Job Plan
Former Ambassador James C. Oberwetter, President and CEO of the Dallas Regional Chamber said, “We are indeed very sympathetic with the position of American Airlines, with its people and all of those who are affected by the restructuring process. “ … Continue reading
An Economic Development Update from President Jim Oberwetter
The presence of corporate headquarters in a city or region is invaluable to the economic and community fabric. In addition to providing jobs and paying taxes, corporate leaders and employees invest in, donate to, and sponsor a wide range of … Continue reading
DRC’s Letter to Rep Hensarling Against Proposed Airline Tax Increases
Dear Representative Hensarling, On behalf of the Dallas Regional Chamber, I am writing to urge you to voice opposition to a White House proposal to reduce the federal deficit by charging more taxes and fees to the U.S. airline industry … Continue reading
DRC President backs wager in support of the Texas Rangers
By Lauren Parsons, Managing Director, Communications Dallas Regional Chamber President & CEO Jim Oberwetter has fielded a call from the President of the St. Louis Regional Chamber and Growth Association, Dick Fleming. Fleming wagered a case of Anheuser Busch products (made … Continue reading
Filed under Chamber Communications, Communications, Dallas, President's Office
Visit Australia with the Dallas Regional Chamber!
The Dallas Regional Chamber and the Fort Worth Chamber have partnered together to bring an exclusive opportunity to not only explore the sights and culture of “Down Under”, but also explore the incredible business opportunities which Australia has to offer. … Continue reading
Filed under President's Office
Letter from the President: the Mavs, the Mayor and the Marsupials
It is time to salute the Mavs. Congratulations to the NBA Championship winning Dallas Mavericks. It was a quadruple win: 1. A winning team of champions whose coaching and ownership are of equal championship quality; 2. A winning arena, (a … Continue reading
Filed under DFW, International Business, President's Office
