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August 2009
 
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Walter Chiang , Founder & Chairman of the Board, CP&Y, Inc.
On October 1, 1980, Walter Chiang started his own firm, Chiang and Associates, Inc., in Arlington, Texas. In August 1986, he moved his company to the Dallas area where it is known today as CP&Y, Inc. Under Mr. Chiang's leadership, CP&Y has earned a reputation for performing high quality engineering and planning work.

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Vince E. Puente , President - Sales & Marketing, Southwest Office Systems, Inc.
Vince Puente is a proud native and resident of Fort Worth, Texas. In partnership with his brother, Buddy Puente, Southwest Office Systems, Inc. (SOS) has revenues of $16,000,000 with approximately 70 team members. It is located in the heart of North Texas – just outside the DFW International Airport.
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featured stories
flu season Flu Season - What Can Your Company Do?
Your company should take measures now and throughout the flu season to help protect the health of your employees, regardless of the size of your workforce.
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Gimson Briefs North Texas on the Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas
Mr. William Gimson, the newly-appointed Executive Director of the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT), briefed an audience of over 100 life science and healthcare executives from across the state on the Institute’s priorities for cancer research and how Texas will make its mark in the fight against cancer.
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education The Future of Education: Is Systemic Change on the Horizon?
From dropout rates to reading failure the headlines scream that education is not up to par. The question is – Are these statistics true? If the answer to that question is ‘yes’, what can you do to help offset them?
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economic development
Mexican Businesses Seek Opportunities in Texas, Dallas Region
More than 150 Mexican business representatives participated in an “Invest in Texas” seminar hosted in Mexico City by the State of Texas. Communities from throughout Texas participated in this seminar to present opportunities within their region, including the Dallas Regional Chamber.
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International Business Council Announces
"Navigating Global Risk" Series

The Dallas Regional Chamber's International Business Council will be presenting a global business risk mitigation series titled "Navigating Global Risk".
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alan boeckmann "Celebrating the Tradition of Success" at Fluor Corporation
The International Business Council announces that the recipient for the 14th Annual International Business Achievement Award in the Corporate category is Fluor Corporation.
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Momentum Awards Call for Nominations Extended Through September 18
The Dallas Regional Chamber will accept applications for the 2009 Momentum Awards through September 18. The Momentum Awards celebrate companies that have made a positive impact on the economy through job growth and location and expansion activities as well as those companies and organizations contributing to the vitality of the Dallas region.
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public policy
Biotechnology Issues Hot in 2009
With all eyes on healthcare reform in Washington D.C. this summer, biotechnology issues are gaining in visibility before the federal Congress. On July 29, Gillian Mullins, Director of Government Relations and Grassroots Programs for the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO), briefed the TBC’s Life Science Council outlining three priority areas for BIO.
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arra American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
On February 17, 2009, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), was signed into law. ARRA includes key provisions that impact individuals and families. The bulk of the tax provisions affect tax year 2009 — individual tax returns due April 15, 2010. The following is an overview of some of the key ARRA provisions affecting you and/or your employees.
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member services
awards Announcing the Leadership Dallas Class of 2010
Leadership Dallas, a leadership development program aimed at increasing the leadership pool for community activities in the Dallas area, selects the Class of 2010.
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Sign Up Now and Start Saving!
The group buying power of the Chamber is more important in this economy than ever. One of the value added benefits of Chamber membership is access to savings on a variety of office products and services through our Office Depot Discount Program.
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leadership Leadership Dallas Alumni Leave a Lasting Legacy
Legacy Dallas is an exclusive opportunity for Leadership Dallas Alumni to meet with key community leaders in a small group setting for a series of four facilitated discussions focused on a topic of critical regional importance. The objective of this program is to identify and train the next group of key leaders who will develop a vision for change and action in the community.
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workplace Employers Recognized by the Dallas Regional Chamber and U.S. Chamber for Workplace Excellence
Chamber recognizes companies making work ‘work’ at DFW Winning Workplaces Awards Ceremony.
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live healthy Live Healthy North Texas
Time to plan for wellness in 2010 .
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yp New Breakfast Series Gives YP Members Insight into the Role of Elected Officials & Government Leaders
Modeled after the highly successful CEO Luncheon Series, YP has created a new program that aims to give YP members insight into the world of policy issues at the local, county and state level.
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