Chamber Report - News & Events
June 2009
 
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Frank AntonacciFrank Antonacci, President - Central Texas Region, Verizon Wireless
Frank Antonacci is president – Central Texas region for Verizon Wireless, the leading wireless provider with the nation’s most reliable and largest wireless voice and data network.

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George ManningGeorge T. Manning, Partner-in-Charge, Jones Day
George Manning is a trial lawyer who represents individuals and corporations facing significant risks from economic factors, competitors, and governments.
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President Letter from the President
The new Global DFW economic study released by the Dallas Regional Chamber shows that we rank near the top of the “competitive index” at number two, among the “best of the best” when it comes to “business climate,” versus other cities of the world included in the study.
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Microsoft CEO Microsoft CEO Addresses DFW’S Importance to Technology
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer addressed a record crowd of nearly 1,000 during the 9th Annual State of Technology, hosted by the Dallas Regional Chamber’s Technology Business Council.
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economic development
DFW-Madrid American Airlines Inaugurates DFW-Madrid Direct Flight, Business and Cultural Mission a Success
Texas' First Lady Anita Perry and 35 representatives from the Dallas region helped inaugurate American Airlines direct flight from Dallas/ Fort Worth International Airport to Madrid, Spain's Barajas International Airport.
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DTV DTV Transition June 12th: Are You Ready?
The word is out. The digital television (DTV) transition will occur on June 12. After Congress determined to postpone the original February 19 effective date, U.S. consumers have had almost 4 years to prepare for the transition, and the time has nearly come for the change.
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Shanghai DFW Airport Offers New Cargo Service to Shanghai
On May 14th, DFW International Airport announced its new service offering direct cargo flights to Shanghai using Yangtze River Express, a Shanghai-based cargo carrier. Direct cargo service to Shanghai began on May 22nd.
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BIO Convention Chamber Raises Awareness of DFW’s Life Science Industry at BIO Convention
Last month, the Dallas Regional Chamber participated in the BIO International Convention in Atlanta on May 18-21 to promote economic development in the DFW region’s life sciences sector. This convention is the largest, global event for the biotechnology industry which attracts over 15,000 attendees to network and discuss major trends affecting the industry.
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ARRA American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Update
The Dallas Regional Chamber is diligent in tracking State and Federal legislation that has an impact on Texas and specifically the North Texas region. One area we continue to monitor closely is the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).
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Chronic Disease Chronic Disease: What Dallas Needs to Know
Forty nine percent of Americans suffer from one or more chronic diseases. These diseases are costly and, more importantly, they are preventative. Outlined in this article are the basics of chronic disease.
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Superbowl Are You Ready for Some Football? Super Bowl XLV is Heading to North Texas
On May 28, the Leadership Dallas Alumni hosted an event with Bill Lively, CEO & President of the North Texas Super Bowl XLV Host Committee to gain an overview of what this economic touchdown will mean for North Texas.
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CEO Series Young Professionals CEO Series Provides Insight to Leadership
The Young Professionals would like to thank the participating CEOs and community leaders who hosted groups this year and shared insight on their leadership experience.
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International Business Achievement Award - Small to Mid-Size Category Application Now Available
The Dallas Regional Chamber’s International Business Council (IBC) announces that its highly sought after Small to Mid-Size Enterprise International Business Achievement Award (IBAA) application is now available.
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