YOUR CHAMBER
W elcome to the greater Texarkana region. You will find this area as an excellent location to do business and live an abundant life. The Texarkana USA Regional Chamber of Commerce has, for over 100 years, continued to assist our business and citizens in their success. Our Chamber continues to initiate actions to expand our quality of life. We are conveners in our community. Our goal is to continually promote sustainability where our families, businesses and visitors can enjoy our region. In bringing our community together, we are able to share outlooks and perspectives relevant to everyone.
to meet the needs of our present and future community. If you are looking for something to do, we have a wide variety of opportunities including the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra, the beautiful Perot Theatre, green golf courses, abundant hunting, exhilarating fishing, athletic venues for all kinds of sports, shooting and archery ranges, art galleries and numerous parks. Throughout the year we have festivals, events, concerts, fairs, rodeos, community theater and community chorales. There is always something going on in the Texarkana region. I hope this very brief snapshot
The Chamber is invested in promoting initiatives to encourage businesses to relocate here, begin their business journey and to provide opportunities for our present businesses to grow and expand. The Chamber is where business is business and not a sideline. We actively initiate and promote business retention and expansion. We encourage the development of a strong workforce with our businesses, schools and colleges. Our transportation system is strong and expanding. Whether it is by truck, car, air or rail, the Texarkana region has the opportunity
provides insights into the place we call home. However, I would be remiss if I did not mention our greatest attribute—people. It is the commitment of our people which distinguishes our area. We are a community of diverse backgrounds and ages, but most of all… we are a community family. We are many cities in one region. WE ARE TEXARKANA! Michael Malone President and Chief Executive Officer Texarkana USA Regional Chamber of Commerce
T he role and responsibility of the Texarkana USA Chamber Board of Directors, of which I am proud to serve as Chair, is to be a trusted business partner by leading and advocating for sustainable economic growth and prosperity for our region. We truly appreciate our partners’ trust as we navigate the pandemic and the changes taking place in our country. Our goal in 2021 will be to excel in service and value, while providing exceptional
Chamber staff will also work to enhance our web and social media platforms to digitally connect with our community and beyond the state line. Board members, chamber staff and the EDC will partner with community Strategic Doing initiatives in an effort to build a prosperous sustainable future for Texarkana USA. We must all work together to build that future in an open, caring, focused collaboration to achieve our shared outcomes. You have the commitment of the Board
networking opportunities. We will continue to provide member services and events, while keeping your safety and advocacy needs a priority. We understand our members are facing challenges and amazing opportunities this year. The Chamber is committed to ensuring your success through our newly enhanced Business Retention and Expansion initiatives. Our BRE program will be there for our members to find business solutions and to partner with other regional economic development organizations. With these collaborative relationships, we will promote the expansion and retention of businesses in this region in an effort to keep our existing businesses successful and our community thriving.
of Directors and Chamber staff to carry out the Chamber’s mission, and be a center of business influence for Texarkana, USA and the region. I consider it an honor and a privilege to serve you in 2021. Thank you for your continued engagement and partnership. Jennifer K. Harland Chair, Texarkana USA Regional Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
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