State of the City Address

July 22nd at the Westin Stonebriar Resort.  VIP Reception, 5:30-6:30pm and program start, 7:00-9pm Brought to you by the Frisco Chamber of Commerce

State of the City Address

July 22nd at the Westin Stonebriar Resort.  VIP Reception, 5:30-6:30pm and program start, 7:00-9pm Brought to you by the Frisco Chamber of Commerce

SHHHHHHHHH…..Perhaps we should not mention this to Julie!

Many of you are probably familiar with the Leadership Frisco program which is sponsored by the Frisco Chamber of Commerce. I am a graduate of the 10th Leadership Frisco class and have just been asked to serve on the Leadership Frisco Advisory Council. Julie has extracted a promise from me that I will absolutely not become involved with anything else that takes me away from home in the evening……but the Advisory Council meets for lunch! The Council shapes the foundation of the Leadership class and is responsible for establishing the calendar and curriculum, working with feedback from previous years to revamp any areas of the program that might be necessary. One of the goals of the program is for the graduates to become more aware of how our city government operates and encourage them to become more involved with all aspects of our city. One of my classmates is now serving on the Frisco City Council; several classmates have joined Frisco city boards which meet their skill sets.
 
For any who are not aware of the program and its goals, it is an intensive 9 month program whose purpose is to increase the participant’s awareness of everything happening in Frisco. Those who are accepted in the class are required to attend class meetings one full Friday each month. Classes include visits to all areas of Frisco including City Hall, social service agencies, the Courthouse, etc. Last year’s class was also able to tour the Dallas Cowboy’s facility.
 
Should you be interested in applying for the Leadership Frisco program, the application deadline is June 19th. Requirements include residency in Frisco – either residing or working – for at least 2 years. There is a cost for the program but from what I hear about other cities, it is a bargain price! For instance, I have heard that there is a long waiting list in Chicago and, when you are finally accepted, the cost is $16,000! I wonder if that is really true?

Leadership Frisco

Leadership Frisco applications available for you to download.  This is a program if you live or work in Frisco you NEED to check out.  I was a part of Class 10- the best class!

Leadership Frisco

Leadership Frisco applications available for you to download.  This is a program if you live or work in Frisco you NEED to check out.  I was a part of Class 10- the best class!

Frisco City Council Meeting

Tuesday, May 19 at 6:30 PM. We will be saying goodbye to two great leaders: Tony Felker and Joy West due to term limits and welcoming Patrick Fallon and Bob Allen to the Council.  Hope you will make time to come celebrate this special day!

Frisco Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum

April 20th, 6 – 9 pm at the Collin County Community College Event Center.  Hear from both Lewisville and Frisco ISD candidate and Frisco City Council candidates.

Frisco Chamber and ActionCOACH

Frisco Chamber and ActionCOACH bring you Jeffrey Gitomer on February 27th, 7am – 2:30pm.  Frisco Convention Center

Frisco Chamber and ActionCOACH

Frisco Chamber and ActionCOACH bring you Jeffrey Gitomer on February 27th, 7am – 2:30pm.  Frisco Convention Center

A Place for the Men of Frisco

The Gents Place is open and ready for business in the Shops of Starwood.  Its focus is on high-end shaves and grooming that I’m sure all of us could use. The best part about their many services is that they give you a timeline for how long it will take so you know exactly how long you will be there.  Since my hair has already started its retreat, one day I might have to go in for the Gentlemens Refinery Head Shave.  The Frisco Chamber of Commerce is hosting a ribbon cutting this Tuesday, February 3rd.