May Chambergram

MAY 2019

CHAMBERGRAM
Pasadena Chamber of Commerce

SOUTH CHANNEL REGION CHAMBERS HOST THE
2019 STATE OF THE PRECINCT WITH HARRIS COUNTY
PRECINCT 2 COMMISSIONER ADRIAN GARCIA

Message From the Platinum Partner of Armand Bayou
Chairman the Month Nature Center

From Ken Phelps, 2019 Chairman of Bayshore Medical Center officially Learn about all the exciting things
the Board rebrands to “HCA Houston happening at Armand Bayou
Healthcare Southeast” Nature Center

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In This Issue...

3 - Boardmember Spotlight
4 - Welcome New Members
5 - Ribbon Cuttings
6 - Platinum Partners
7 - Platinum Partner of the Month
8 - Pasadena EDC Business Enhancement
9 - Annual State of the Precinct
10 - Industrial Appreciation Luncheon
11 - Membership 101
12 - May Beautification Award Winners
13 - Ambassador Spotlight
13 - May Business Honor Roll
14 - Membership Referral Program
15 - IMPACT Pasadena Update
16 - Armand Bayou Nature Center
17 - Upcoming Events
18 - Contact Your Chamber

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MCheasisramgaen From The

Ken Phelps
Phelps Insurance

I want to start by extending a heart felt thank program that San Jacinto College is going to make
you to Ryan Taylor, owner of T & T Construction, available to our members. Be on the lookout for
fellow board member, golf tournament chair more information about that program that’s going
and friend! Our 25th anniversary Industrial to offer our small businesses and your employees
Appreciation Golf Tournament was a huge training at no cost to you.
success under his leadership and we all
appreciate his time and efforts to make it all I continue to grow more and more excited about
happen. If you missed the golf tournament this our IMPACT Pasadena program. Our participants
year, please plan on attending the Industrial are getting to experience so many amazing things.
Appreciation Membership Luncheon on May Last month, we toured the Office of Emergency
16th, where we will honor Waste Management Management, had extensive media training and
as the 2019 Industry of the Year recipient, as heard a panel discussion from leaders within industry,
well as present scholarships to three deserving healthcare and emergency management. I can’t
PISD students. We are very excited to welcome believe it’s almost been six months and we’ve already
Mr. Chris Canetti as the keynote speaker at this done so much! I encourage anyone considering
luncheon. Mr. Canetti is the President of the applying for next year’s program to reach out to any
World Cup Bid Committee and will be telling one of these participants to gain first hand knowledge
us about what’s involved and the economic of all that they’ve experienced so far.
impact our entire region could experience from
hosting the World Cup. I’d like to end by congratulating Riverway Title on taking
home first place in the Industrial Appreciation Golf
In April, our Chamber, along with five other South Tournament and McKinney Foot & Ankle for winning
Channel Region Chambers, hosted our annual best decorated tent.
State of the Precinct Membership Luncheon,
featuring Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia,
as he delivered his very first address. It was an
exciting time and a nice change up to get to
meet so many new faces from our friends at the
Clear Lake, Deer Park, La Porte-Bayshore, South
Belt and South Houston Chambers.

In the coming weeks, we are excited to
announce a new initiative in collaboration with
our Chamber partners about a small business

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4334 Fairmont Pkwy.
Pasadena, TX 77504

Executive Board Join the Pasadena Chamber

Ken Phelps - Chairman, Phelps Insurance Platinum Silver
James Guthrie – Past Chair, Thrivent Financial
Folkloricos y Mas GBI Partners
Melinda Torrison - Chairman Elect, (346) 970-1622 (281) 499-4539
Meador Staffing Services gbisurvey.com
folkloricosymas.com
Salvador Serrano - Vice Chair of Finance,
The Serrano Agency Bronze

Deborah Moseley - Secretary, All Points Collision Center Candlewood Suites
The Bridge Over Troubled Waters (832) 864-2315 Houston I-10 East
(713) 453-3337
Alix Fox, Qualified Properties allpointscollision.com
Samuel Jimenez, McDonalds candlewoodsuites.com
Dr. John Mrozek, D.C., Ed.D, Texas
Grappling Zone Strata Roofing & Construction
Chiropractic College (832) 668-5626 (281) 477-0244
Michael D. West, West & West, LLP grapplingzone.com
strataroofingandconstruction.com
Board of Directors
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Mustansir “Mus” Abbas, PostNet
Lee Betancourt, AT&T Business thesimplegreek.com/location/ thevinylcutpasadena.com

Josh Campos, Frost Bank pasadena-tx/
Steven Foster, FACHE, CHI St. Lukes Health -
Non-Profit
Patients Medical Center
Stacy Gillaspey, Communities In Schools Pasadena Volunteer Fire Figher Association
(281) 924-9089
Bryan Hayden, Silver Eagle Distributors
Dr. Tommy Hysler, Houston Area If you’re still considering becoming a member of the
Safety Council Pasadena Chamber of Commerce, we invite you to
Denise Jennings, LyondellBasell join us at our next Membership 101 to learn about all the
Margie Pena, BakerRipley
Gary Piana, Chevron Phillips benefits that come with your membership

Jeffrey Reich-Hale, Unique & Fresh Consulting RSVP For The May 9th Membership 101
Ryan Taylor, T & T Construction

Linda Wischnewsky, Bayway Auto Group

Ex-Officio Directors

Pedro Garcia, Port of Houston Authority
Rick Guerrero, Pasadena Economic
Development Corporation
Dr. Allatia Harris, San Jacinto College
Dr. DeeAnn Powell, Pasadena ISD

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Welcome to all who have recently joined the Pasadena

Chamber of Commerce! Welcome to our family!

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Have You Scheduled Your
www.grapplingzone.com/ Ribbon Cutting Yet?

One of the wonderful benefits of your
membership is the ability to schedule
a ribbon cutting and invite your family,
friends, collegues and other members of
the Chamber to join in your celebration!

Contact Julianne Echavarria at
[email protected] to

schedule yours now.

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Platinum Partners

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Platinum Partner of the Month

Bayshore Medical Center officially rebrands
to “HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast”

Bayshore Medical Center is officially “HCA
Houston Healthcare Southeast.” One of
Pasadena’s first hospitals celebrated its
rebranding earlier this month with an outdoor
“sign unveiling” event for staff, physicians,
and the community. Jeanna Bamburg,
CEO, and Nelda Sullivan, who serves on the
boards of the hospital and of the Pasadena
Independent School District, spoke at the
event. Mrs. Sullivan, who was present when
Bayshore Medical Center first opened its doors in 1962, shed light on the positive changes she has seen at the
hospital and in the broader Pasadena community over the past many years. Mrs. Bamburg discussed HCA
Houston Healthcare Southeast’s position in the broader HCA Houston Healthcare network, as well as recent
milestones for the hospital. Highlights include: the delivery of the hospital’s first set of triplets last month; the
launch of its third midwife clinic, in February; and the expansion of its freestanding emergency department on
Fairmont, which is set to triple in size this year. After remarks, attendees – including Pasadena Mayor Jeff Wagner
– applauded as the HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast team unveiled its new logo on a monument sign outside
of the hospital.

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Pasadena EDC

Business Enhancement Program

Pasadena EDC Announces New Business Enhancement Program
Pasadena Economic Development Corporation [PEDC] is pleased to announce the launch of the Business Enhancement
Program, a matching grant program to support local small business development and city revitalization.
The Business Enhancement Program is an initiative available to eligible businesses to apply for funds to complete
enhancement and improvement projects that improve the appearance and functionality of their exterior. Matching
grant funds may be provided for 50% of the cost of construction and architectural fees, up to $20,000 per project for
construction and architectural fees combined.
The EDC’s Business Enhancement Program is well-timed to leverage the major public investment along Richey Street
and Pasadena Boulevard; and spur additional investment in several other areas slated for revitalization efforts.
The program is also a straightforward development tool that serves to improve economic vitality and marketability of
a building or new business – we are looking forward to funding highly visible and impactful buildings and are thrilled to
offer a program that will incentivize small businesses.
When a business enhances their building’s façade, it not only signals positive change and pride, but it contributes to the
overall improvement of Pasadena’s business districts.
To obtain a copy of the Grant Guidelines and the Application visit the website at http://bit.ly/BEProgram or contact the
office 713.920.7957.
Pasadena EDC is a Type B Economic Development Corporation established by the City of Pasadena to undertake economic
development projects that develop industry and cultivate community.

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2019 Annual
State of the Precint

WHATEVER YOUR On April 11, 2019, the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce,
FINANCIAL GOALS ... along with the Clear Lake Area Chamber, Deer Park
Chamber, La Porte-Bayshore Chamber, South Belt
We’ll help you reach them. Chamber and South Houston Chamber, hosted a joint
State of the Precinct luncheon with keynote speaker, Harris
County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia.

This address was his first and recapped his first 100 days in
office. Commissioner Garcia showed a clear passion for
education, among many other items during his speech.

Thank you to Sylvan Beach Pavillion for hosting!

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for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Appleton, WI. Not all products are available in all
states. Securities and investment advisory services are offered through Thrivent Investment
Management Inc., 625 Fourth Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55415, a FINRA and SIPC member
and a wholly owned subsidiary of Thrivent. Thrivent Financial representatives are registered
representatives of Thrivent Investment Management Inc. They are also licensed insurance
agents/producers of Thrivent. Investment advisory services, including fee-based financial
planning services, are available through qualified investment advisor representatives only.
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Pasadena Chamber of Commerce

May Membership
Luncheon: Industry
of the Year &
PISD Scholarship
Presentations

Honoring 2019
Recipient:

Platinum Sponsor

Keynote Speaker

Chris Canetti

President, Houston World Cup Bid Committee PRICING:

Former President of the Houston Dynamo and Dash for 13 Gold Sponsor - $350
years, now working to bring the 2026 World Cup to
Houston Texas. Learn about what’s involved and the Premium Seating | Table of 8
economic impact our entire region can experience Exhibit Booth | Logo in Program & Signage
from hosting the World Cup!

Event Details

Thursday, May 16, 2019 Silver Sponsor - $250

11:00 am Networking & Registration Table of 8 | Listing in Program & Signage
11:30 am Lunch & Program
Bronze Sponsor - $100
Silver Eagle Distributors
Exhibit Booth | One Individual Ticket
3505 Pasadena Fwy.
Pasadena, TX 77503 Individual Tickets
(Corner of 225 & Beltway 8)

Pre-Purchased Member: $25
Day Of & Non-Member: $35

Pasadenachamber.org Contact us: 281-487-7871

[email protected]

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Membership

Hosted by: 101
Pasadena Chamber of Commerce
Presented by:
President/CEO, Cristina Womack

Join us to learn how to maximize your membership investment in the Pasadena Chamber
of Commerce. These sessions are open to both members and future members looking to
learn about opportunities and benefits of chamber membership.

Membership 101 is designed to provide you with the tools and information necessary to
enhance your member experience and ensure you’re utilizing the marketing services
included in your investment level.

Join other professionals at the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce on one of the following dates:

Morning Opportunities at 8:30 a.m. Afternoon Opportunities at 3:30 p.m.
• January 10
• March 14 • February 7
• May 9 • April 4
• June 13 • July 11
• August 8
• October 10 • September 12

• December 12

For membership information or questions contact us at:
[email protected] or 281.487.7871

Pasadena Chamber of Commerce
4334 Fairmont Pkwy Pasadena, TX 77504

RSVP Online at PasadenaChamber.org

Connecting Your Community

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May Beautification Awards

Chamber Beautification awards are given out by the Classic Club to businesses
and residents for their efforts in improving their locations through landscaping,
revitalizing or the construction of a new building. If there is a location you would
like to recognize, please contact Elizabeth Cox at [email protected]

Renovation: Banquet Room

Olive Tree Mediterranian Restaurant

Building Renovation: Renovation: Pepper Room

Planet Fitness Peppers Steak & Seafood

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Ambassador Spotlight

Ethan Nguyen, Owner, Batteries Plus Bulbs - Fairmont Pkwy

My name is Ethan and I am the proud owner of Batteries Plus Bulbs and father of three beautiful
girls. At Batteries Plus Bulbs we have an array of batteries, light bulbs/fixtures, and services such
as cell phone repair and cutting car keys/programming key fobs. I aim to bring back customer
service of the good old days, like service with a smile and doing what’s right. We even install
most auto batteries for free! I want a place where customers are treated correctly and not
like numbers. My customers typically come in with problems and leave with a solution. Batteries
Plus Bulbs is your local business with a national brand.

My background has always been customer service, but before this business I was a respiratory
therapist along with my wife. I had never been in sales or owned a business before. Batteries Plus Bulbs encourages their
owners to become a part of your local chamber and I know exactly why. When I first joined the chamber, I was very shy,
didn’t want to talk to anyone, didn’t know anyone, and I wasn’t sure what I was doing there. After becoming a member
about a year ago, I can honestly say that the chamber has helped me tremendously. Not only are they customers of mine,
they’ve taught me how to speak in public, they’ve taught me how to network, and they’ve showed me how valuable the
chamber can be to starting a business. I can honestly say that it isn’t a chore to go to meetings or volunteering your time
to help with the chamber because of the relationships I’ve built.

So if you ever need advice on joining the chamber or to see what the chamber can do, you’re always welcome to come
talk to me at Batteries Plus Bulbs in Pasadena.

Business We applaud these individuals, organizations, and firms that have renewed their
Honor Roll financial commitment to the growth of our community through their continued
investment in the chamber. We appreciate each and every one of you.

10 - 15 years 21 - 25 years

Bay Area Rentals Food Town, Store #10
Deer Park Family Clinic McDonalds - S. Richey
CommunityBank of Texas SWS Communications
Pasadena Eye Associates
State Farm Insurance - Caroline Tuck 26 - 40 years
Texas Lawn & Sprinkler Co.
ADS Custom Signs
The Don-Key Cernosek Wrecker / Deer Park Paint

16 - 20 years and Body
Fastsigns - Gulf Freeway
Atlast Used Auto Parts
The Boeing Company 41 - 60 years
Medical Screening Clinic
Pasadena Trailer & Truck Accessories BakerRipley Cleveland Campus
First Baptist Church of Pasadena
Prosperity Bank
The Park at Fairmont Apartments McDonald’s - Spencer Hwy

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For Every Member You Refer, With a Paid
Chamber Membership, You Will Receive a

$25 Gift Card

Email Your Referrals To:

[email protected]

*New member must pay their
membership fee before we issue gift card

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The vision for IMPACT Pasadena Mentorship is to elevate the vision
and expectation of servant leadership through the testimony and
example of successful servant leaders in our community. Each
of the participants has a personal mentor, as well as access to
a pool of “next” level mentors that participants can tap into
over the course of IMPACT Pasadena. Outside of one on one
engagement regularly, IMPACT hosted a panel format where
they shared their leadership strengths and advice on things they
wish they’d have known earlier on in their profession. The mentors
are Champions of Leadership who have chosen to be available
to speak life into the mentees, sharing wisdom along the way. This
is another powerful component of the leadership program.

In April, IMPACT Pasadena went behind the scenes and had the opportunity to tour the Office of Emergency Management
and learn the importance of community connectivity especially when disaster strikes. The day included a panel discussion from
leaders within industry, healthcare and emergency management.
Participants also spent time behind the camera after learning media and crisis communication techniques and were put to the
test with case study scenarios for our community!

Enrollment for the 2020 IMPACT Pasadena class will open in August. Be on the look out for more information soon.

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meet Tim Pylate

executive director | Armand Bayou Nature Center

Tim Pylate, the Executive Director
of Armand Bayou Nature Center,

is extremely passionate about
his work. Sitting down with

him and learning more about
Armand Bayou, his love for this

organization shines through.
Armand Bayou is undergoing
several renovations to improve
many of the structures. Read on
to find out why Armand Bayou
truly is a hidden gem in Pasadena
that everyone needs to explore!

Q: Many people call Armand Bayou Nature Center the “hidden gem
of Pasadena.” What are some of your current markeing efforts to help
spread the word?
A: We have launched a brand new website, abnc.org, that is
absolutely fantastic. It has some brand new, amazing photographs
and really offers viewers an inside look at what they can expect during
their trip here. We also have a great Facebook page that allows us
to tell stories about what’s going on out here, like the Northern Parula
that just flew in, and we also hatch monarch butterfilesCoOnNliEnReE.NWAThIen
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Q: What can people expect to do when they come for a visit?
A: There is so much to do out here and there is literally something
for everyone to enjoy, such as beautiful hikes, guided photo & trail
tours, canoe or pontoon boat tours, live, hands-on demos, a new
kayak program, summer camps, birding, live animal displays, a bison
viewing platform, an 1800’s farm site and so much more!

Q: Give me an overview on the renovations you are currently
undergoing.
A: The front office building, which is what people will see as soon as
they arrive. We have a brand new education building that we just
installed that’s going to be great for kids this summer at our camps,
we are about to open a brand new children’s library, a new kayak
launch and floating dock, a new trail from our education building
over to the library so the kids can get back and forth easier, a new
planting station and a ton of other improvements.

Q: What are some of the current challenges you face?
A: Being a non-profit organization, fundraising always proves to be
a challenge. We are always looking for support from the various
companies and foundations that are in the area, and from individual
donors. Because we are considered a “best kept secret” its
challenging to get people to come out here and visit.

Visit their website to learn more! www.abnc.org

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Upcoming Events

Membership Thursday, May 9th, 8:30am - 9:30am

101 Membership 101
Learn about the benefits of membership
CLICK HERE to RSVP

Thursday, May 16th, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Membership Luncheon: Industry of the Year
Honoring Waste Management / Scholarship Presentation
CLICK HERE to RSVP

Breakfast With Wednesday, June 26th, 7:30am - 9:00am

CHAMPIONS Breakfast With Champions
Speakers: Six Pasadena ISD High School Principals
CLICK HERE to RSVP

DID Do You Have An Event You Want To Promote?
YOU
KNOW? Your Chamber membership includes unlimited
postings to our Community Calendar on our website.

You can log on to your Chamber account and
post any events you’d like to promote to gain extra
exposure for your event.

Not sure what your log-in information is? Contact
any of us at the Chamber to help: (281) 487-7871

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Connecting Your Community

The Purpose of the Pasadena Chamber is to ADVOCATE & CONNECT
our community through SERVING & EDUCATING our members

Contact YOUR Chamber Staff

Cristina Womack Jamie Huffar Erin Webb Julianne Echavarria Elizabeth Cox
President/ CEO Financial Dir. of Marketing & Member Services Administrative
Coordinator
Administrator Special Events Assistant

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