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What Every Parent Needs to Know About Toxic Relationships
Take 5 with Tracie Featuring Travis Schmidt of Winterrose Crusade Some conversations are difficult, but that does not make them optional. Domestic violence is one of those topics. It is deeply personal, often hidden, and far more common than many people realize. When I sat down with Travis Schmidt of Winterrose Crusade, the heart behind…
Read MoreGreater EMC Chamber Weekly Opportunities – May 2026 Week 3
Weekly Opportunities: May 2026 Week 3 It is a new week, and the Greater EMC Chamber is stepping into it with momentum, connection, and plenty of opportunity. Thanks to more than 560 members, this chamber continues to be more than a membership organization. It is a business community that shows up, leans in, and helps…
Read MoreHow This Mindset Shift Changes Everything
The Greater East Montgomery County Chamber officially launched its Growth Exchange: Business Building Workshops series with a high-impact first session designed to strengthen the nonprofit community. The inaugural workshop, “3 Steps to Better Fundraising,” brought nonprofit leaders together for a hands-on experience designed to shift how organizations think about fundraising — moving from traditional appeals to a…
Read MoreGreater EMC Chamber Weekly Opportunities – May 2026 Week 2
Weekly Opportunities: May 2026 Week 2 There is a lot happening this week in the Greater EMC Chamber, and that is a very good thing. Before anything else, it is worth pausing to recognize what makes all of this possible. Our chamber is now powered by 560+ members. That means 560+ businesses, leaders, ideas, and…
Read MoreStrong Women Are Tired – Now What?
There’s something powerful that happens when women step away from their daily responsibilities, just for a few hours, to connect, reflect, and recharge together. That energy was on full display at our most recent Greater EMC Chamber Leading Ladies Luncheon. As is the norm for the Greater EMC Chamber and its members, warm…
Read MoreGreater EMC Chamber Weekly Opportunities – May 2026 Week 1
Weekly Opportunities: May 2026 Week 1 May is kicking off with a full calendar at the Greater EMC Chamber, and this week is a great reminder of what makes this community so strong: people who invest in each other, show up for local business, and create opportunity across the entire area. Before getting into the…
Read MoreWhen the Body Is Out of Alignment: Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
One of my favorite things about these conversations is getting to highlight local businesses that are helping people feel better in real, practical ways. I recently had the chance to sit down with Dr. Lauren Baker of New Leaf Chiropractic, and our conversation was a great reminder that chiropractic care is about much more than…
Read MoreGreater EMC Chamber Weekly Opportunities – April 2026 Week 5
Weekly Opportunities: April 2026 Week 5 There is a lot happening this week, and if you want to stay connected, visible, and involved in the Greater EMC business community, this is one of those weeks to mark up on the calendar. From luncheons and ribbon cuttings to a brand-new business building workshop, the schedule is…
Read MoreWhy Hundreds of Cars Lined Up On the Streets of Splendora
Serving Side by Side: Feeding Families with Purpose at H-Town Dream Center Our latest Give Back Day brought volunteers together with a clear and meaningful mission: to feed families. This quarter, our diplomats, and a dedicated group of volunteers, called “Bobbi’s Angels,” served at the H-Town Dream Center in Splendora, where compassion meets action…
Read MoreGreater EMC Chamber Weekly Opportunities – April 2026 Week 4
Weekly Opportunities: April 2026 Week 4 There is a lot happening across our vibrant and engaged chamber this week, and it is the perfect time to get plugged in. From ribbon cuttings and community celebrations to signature luncheons and our annual Grand Prix, the calendar is full of opportunities to connect, support local…
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