Allen Chamber of Commerce

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers and businesses that keep our community moving forward.

We hope you enjoy a well-deserved day of rest, relaxation, and time with those who matter most.

Please note: The Chamber office will be closed today - back to regular business hours tomorrow.

🎗Reminder that our Tuesday Morning Live event for tomorrow has been cancelled.

09/04/2026

WHAT’S NEXT FOR EDUCATION IN OUR COMMUNITY?

Education is about more than what happens in the classroom. It shapes our workforce, our economy and the future of the community we call home.

Join us for the State of Education on September 23 for an inside look at what’s ahead for education in Collin County.

Hear directly from:
🎓 Katie Kordel: Superintendent, Lovejoy ISD
🎓 Dr. Neil Matkin: President, Collin College
🎓 Kim McLaughlin: Acting Superintendent, Allen ISD

This conversation will explore the priorities, opportunities and challenges facing our local education systems, and how those decisions impact students, families, businesses and our future talent pipeline.

Whether you’re a parent, business owner, entrepreneur, educator or community leader, this is a conversation worth being part of.

Reserve your seat: https://tinyurl.com/StateofEdu2

09/03/2026

Yesterday marked the first session of AI in Action: Practical Tools. Real Results, the Allen Chamber Foundation's new six-week business accelerator.

We kicked things off with AI Basics, Platforms & Responsible Use, diving into the tools, techniques and responsible practices business leaders need to start using AI with confidence.

Thank you to Michael Murphy, President of SolutionOne, and Lynn Whitcher, Allen Chamber Board Chair & General Counsel for MD7, for sharing their expertise and helping our inaugural cohort get started. Also, thank you to the program participants.

This isn't about talking about AI.

It's about learning how to put AI to work.

Five more weeks. Plenty more to learn. And we're just getting started.

09/03/2026

Planning ahead is one of the most thoughtful things you can do for yourself and those you love.

Join us for a FREE conversation about making informed decisions and finding peace of mind.

📆 Thursday, Sept. 24
🕗 10AM - 11AM
📍Caddo Office Reimagined - 550 South Watters Road, Ste. 101

Save your spot here: https://allenchamberofcommerce.chambermate.com/event-detail/UE9Qi5hwti2P_sHQOFVUzg2/ssa-planning-ahead-with-dignity

09/03/2026

Mental health is a business issue, too.

It impacts how we lead, communicate, perform and work with others.

Join us next Thursday for Mind Your Business | Mental Health in the Workplace with Dr. LaToya Cheathon, LMFT, CGT of Diana Health for an honest, practical conversation with takeaways you can put to work immediately.

🍴 Lunch included!

👉 Register now: https://allenchamberofcommerce.chambermate.com/event-detail/ykir%7CcXHxJpR_XnT63w%7CJA2/lunch-and-learn-mind-your-business

09/02/2026

💙 Allen’s Future Starts With Your Gift.

North Texas Giving Day is almost here—and now is the time to invest in Allen.

Your donation to the Allen Chamber Foundation helps create opportunities that make a real difference for local businesses, students, future leaders and our entire community.

When you give, you help:
💼 Support entrepreneurs turning ideas into businesses and businesses into success stories.
🎓 Connect students with careers and give the next generation a closer look at opportunities right here in Allen.
🌟 Develop future community leaders who will help shape Allen’s next chapter.
📊 Strengthen economic growth with data and insights that help our community make informed decisions and move forward.

Every gift makes an impact. Every dollar helps build opportunity. And every donor is investing in Allen’s future.

👉 Give to the Allen Chamber Foundation now through North Texas Giving Day. Learn more and donate here: https://tinyurl.com/DonateChamberFoundation

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

Something BIG is taking shape for our 2026 WISE Women's Conference. 👀

The 5th Annual Women’s Conference is coming November 6, and we're taking on a topic every woman knows something about:

The pivot.

A career change. A new opportunity. A business decision. A leadership challenge. A completely unexpected plot twist.

Because every season brings a new chapter. And sometimes, the best thing you can do is turn the page.

✨ She Pivots. She Leads. Every Season, Every Chapter.

📅 November 6
🕗 8:30AM - 2PM
📍 Stephen Terrell Rec Center | Allen

We have some exciting announcements coming. Speakers will be revealed soon.

Save the date. Watch this space. WISE Conference 2026 is coming. https://tinyurl.com/2026WISECONF

09/01/2026

☀️ Tuesday mornings are better when you start them with your business community.

A big THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for Tuesday Morning Live this morning! 👏 We love seeing familiar faces, meeting new connections, and watching local business owners and leaders do what they do best—show up, connect and support one another.

Join us for the next Tuesday Morning Live event on September 15 (two weeks from today)! Bring your business cards and your energy. You never know who you’ll meet or what opportunity might come from one conversation.

Access our event calendar here: https://allenchamber.com/events/