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August 2009
 
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Mike Parks , Chairman and CEO, Alliance Data
Mike Parks joined the Dallas Regional Chamber in March of 1997. From March 1997-March 1999, Mr. Parks also served as Chief Executive Officer of Alliance Data, and as president of Alliance Data from March 1997-October 2006.

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Dr. Daniel K. Podolsky, President, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Dr. Daniel K. Podolsky became President of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas on September 1, 2008. He had previously been the Mallinckrodt Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, the Chief of Gastroenterology at Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Chief Academic Officer of Partners HealthCare System.
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Letter from the President
There are extraordinary things happening in Dallas that have placed us in a superb position to emerge as a greater force in U.S. and global economics as the recession begins to ebb.
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city Mayor Leppert says ‘State of the City is Strong’
Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert delivered his annual “State of the City” address to an audience of over 400 Chamber members and business leaders in September. Mayor Leppert spoke about the importance of being competitive, pushing economic development, building our downtown, protecting the environment and improving education.
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healthcare reform Since the Recess: An Update on Healthcare Reform
A lot has been going on in the month since congress got back to work and don’t think the President hasn’t been busy too. We give you a quick update on what has been happening in Washington with healthcare legislation that will affect you and your business.
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economic development
winner Announcing the 14th Annual International Business Achievement Awards’ Individual Winner…
The Dallas Regional Chamber's International Business Council announces that the recipient of the 14th Annual International Business Achievement Award in the Individual category will be The Chiapas Project. Ms. Lucy Billingsley, Founder, will accept the award on behalf of The Chiapas Project Corporation at the 14th Annual International Business Achievement Awards.
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vietnamese Dallas Regional Chamber Hosted Vietnamese Deputy Minister for Planning and Investment
The Dallas Regional Chamber and VQ Partners hosted over 60 international business executives for a breakfast event to promote two-way investment between Vietnam and Texas.
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impact Business Steps Into Education – How Can YOU Make an Impact?
Small steps of involvement lead to big changes for schools. Read on to hear how your business can practically step in and the benefits received for making that time commitment.
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trends Solving Challenges in the Sustainable Technologies Industry
While everyone is “going green” and the sustainable technology industry is growing from an emerging industry to a national popular standard, the industry is still facing challenges. Two leading challenges for the U.S. renewable energy and energy efficiency technology industry relate to finances and accessibility to consumers.
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trends Korean Technology Companies Connects DFW Businesses with the Latest in Emerging Technologies and Consumer Electronics
In an effort to connect and foster trade between IT companies based in South Korea with American retailers and venture capital funding, the Dallas Regional Chamber is proud to partner with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency Dallas (KOTRA- Dallas) for the 2009 Korea Premium Tech Plaza (KTPT).
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trends Navigating Global Risk Series Hailed A Success
On September 30th, the India Business Forum launched the International Business Council’s global business risk mitigation series titled “Navigating Global Risk”. The event focused on regulatory changes and investment opportunities in India. India provides enormous opportunities to US companies (large and small) in expanding exports and maintaining US jobs because of solid economic growth even in the current credit crisis.
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public policy
Stimulus Bill Includes Buy American Provision
Many concerns from U.S. trade partners and U.S. business groups have arisen after the Senate's approval of the Buy American Provision, a provision included in the economic stimulus bill. The Buy American Provision imposes a general requirement that any public building or public project funded by the new stimulus package use only iron, steel and other manufactured goods produced in the U.S.
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hearing House Committee on Science & Technology Conducts Hearing in North Texas
The House Committee on Science & Technology recently held a field hearing in North Texas on September 14 entitled “Strengthening Regional Innovation: A Perspective from Northeast Texas.” The hearing marked a rare occurrence in which the Committee held a hearing outside of Washington D.C. this year.
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environmental excellence Apply for an Environmental Excellence Award - Deadline October 16th
The Dallas Regional Chamber would like to encourage our members to apply for a Texas Environmental Excellence Award. The awards recognize outstanding contributions in 11 diverse categories including – for the second consecutive year a Water Conservation Category.
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prop 4 Proposition 4 and What it Could Mean for the Area’s Economy
With the November 3 ballot approaching, find out what is on the Chamber’s radar and how the Executive Committee is encouraging you to vote.
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member services
awards Tech Innovation During Recession Discussed by Experts
In today’s recovering economy, the role of the chief technology executive is evolving as companies strive for competitive advantages through the creation of innovative products and services. A panel of technology experts shared their insights on innovation amidst the recovery and recession during the Dallas Regional Chamber’s CIO Symposium on Oct. 1.
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Can the Arts Sell a City? Welcoming the AT&T Performing Arts Center
Beginning on October 12th, the Dallas Center for the Performing Arts begins its weeklong Grand Opening celebration, the culmination of the 30-year vision of a unified Dallas Arts District.
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live healthy Live Healthy North Texas
Team up and get involved - It’s 100 days to a healthier you! Live Healthy North Texas is just a few months away and it is still one of the best ways to encourage preventative healthcare and wellness while building teamwork in the workplace.
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live healthy Congratulations to Our Newest Members
The Chamber honors a few of the new members of 2009 with pictures from their Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies. Each of the businesses featured held grand opening ceremonies to mark the beginning of their new ventures. We are proud to have them as members and look forward to helping them grow into successful businesses that will benefit the region.
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