Chamber Report - News & Events
June 2010
 
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Ralph HolmesRalph A. Holmes
President, Aetna- Mid-America Region
Ralph A. Holmes is President of Aetna’s Middle Market and Small Business segments for the Mid-America Region, N. Texas and Oklahoma. His primary responsibilities include development and execution of segment business strategy, sales and service, and product development.
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Catherine RodewaldCatherine J. Rodewald,
Managing Director, Prudential Mortgage Capital Company & President, Prudential Asset Resources
Catherine Rodewald is responsible for the servicing and asset management operations associated with Prudential Mortgage Capital Company’s commercial real estate loan portfolios valued in excess of $65 Billion, as well as the organization’s technology strategy and business systems.
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featured stories
Texas Instruments’ Rich Templeton Addressed North Texas’ Role in the Global Marketplace
Texas Instruments’ Chairman, President and CEO Rich Templeton spoke to a crowd of nearly 800 during his keynote address of the Dallas Regional Chamber’s 10th Annual State of Technology Luncheon and Innovation Showcase.
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economic development
Venture Capital Investing Increases 50 Percent in the First Half of 2010
While the venture capital investment market is still lagging behind last year’s numbers, the second quarter provided a brighter picture to entrepreneurs seeking funding to grow their companies.
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“Second Mile” Service Gives Chick-fil-A a Competitive Edge
In his quest to provide customers with “second-mile” service (exceeding even the highest expectations of a typical fast-food restaurant), Dan Cathy, president & COO of Chick-fil-A has defined a special role for himself – humbly saying,
“I work in customer service.”

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U.S. and Mexico Working Towards a New Cooperation on IT Sector
More than ever developed and developing nations are recognizing the importance on working together to increase their competitiveness in the world market, especially in an age where (IT) industry grows as it incentivizes growth, development, and modernization.
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public policy
Tarrant Regional Water District Lawsuit Dismissed
On July 16, 2010, U.S. District Judge Joe Heaton granted a motion to dismiss Tarrant Regional Water District’s (TRWD) lawsuit to acquire water from Oklahoma.
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Dallas Regional Chamber Hosts Second Legislative Luncheon
The Dallas Regional Chamber hosted its second in a series of six Legislative Luncheons on Tuesday, July 13, at the Adolphus Hotel in Dallas. Special guest speakers at the luncheon were State Senator Bob Deuell (R-Greenville), Chairman Jim Pitts (R-Waxahachie), Representative Jerry Madden (R-Richardson), and Representative Marc Veasey (D- Ft. Worth).
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member services
Save Money By Doing Business With Chamber Members
Take advantage of the Business to Business Discount Program by offering a discount on your company’s product or service to other Chamber members or by using a discount being offered. This is just one benefit of membership in the Dallas Regional Chamber.
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Company Bonding AND Giving Back
Are you looking for ways for you and your co-workers to give back together? Our Education and Workforce initiatives provide the perfect opportunities.
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Notice to Members - Directors’ Nominating Committee
August 18th is the deadline to suggest members for the directors’ nominating committee of the Dallas Regional Chamber. The group will meet once in the fall of 2010 to recommend new directors to fill vacant positions on the Dallas Regional Chamber’s board of directors.
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Congressional Forum | August 19, 2010
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Quarterly Executive Briefing | August 25, 2010
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Small Business Conference | August 27, 2010
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State of the City featuring Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert | September 15, 2010
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State Of Education In The District | September 28, 2010
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