Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. 11/16/16 President s Report

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1 Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 11/16/16 President s Report

GDHCC Strategic Plan Representatives of Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and members of the board met and prioritized the following goals to finish out the 2013-15: 1.

2 GDHCC Strategic Plan Representatives of Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and members of the board met and prioritized the following goals to finish out the : 1. Board Leadership and Governance 1. Enhance current reporting by creating real time dashboard/analytics 2. Operational Efficiency 1. Long term planning/sustainability 3. Marketing 1. Ensure messaging matches the market we are trying to reach 4. Funding 1. Create a clear funding development strategy 5. Programming 1. Leverage Board resources

3 GDHCC Strategic Plan For : Increasing and improving growth through strategic partnerships, collaborations, and funding Seek collaboration with technology partners, both for chamber operations and member benefits/value add Increasing membership Present chamber to incoming companies or start-up businesses as a key resource to reach Hispanic market Improving and increasing economic development programming for members Increase programming for women in business Implement checks and balances for continuous improvement

4 Update Regarding Establishing Presence at Bill J Priest Center Small Business Innovation Center LATE JULY/EARLY AUGUST 2016 Creating a Small Business Innovation Cultivator In September 2015, leaders from three local chambers and DCCCD met to explore how to create a triethnic chamber/dcccd Small and Minority Business Innovation Cultivator. This collaboration will leverage the resources, skills, and commitment of all parties to more effectively serve small businesses across Dallas County. The Small and Minority Business Innovation Cultivator will be a shared, strategic space that connects small business members to vital resources and tools: Grow small businesses and increase their revenue and jobs Opportunities for diverse small businesses and suppliers to network with one another Cross-cultural joint business relationships and ventures The three chambers and DCCCD expand as a singular, sustainable global resource Centralized strategic partner for low-income residents to become self-employed and start their own businesses Increase growth of chambers membership and expand market opportunities for members Build confidence in minority suppliers Develop new fundraising grant opportunities and private sector funding Compliment and sharing of programs and services

Strategic Advocacy at Work! What is an Innovation Cultivator? Innovation Cultivators are the companies, organizations or groups that support the growth of individuals, firms and their ideas.

5 Strategic Advocacy at Work! What is an Innovation Cultivator? Innovation Cultivators are the companies, organizations or groups that support the growth of individuals, firms and their ideas. They include incubators, accelerators, proofof-concept centers, tech transfer offices, shared working spaces and local high schools, job training firms and community colleges advancing specific skill sets for the innovationdriven economy. Innovation Cultivators are considered critical network assets within Innovation Districts. Many of these resources exist within the DCCCD and in the Dallas community. What is an Innovation District? Defined by the Brookings Institute as a geographic area where leading-edge anchor institutions and companies cluster and connect with start-ups, business incubators and accelerators. These areas are physically compact, transit-accessible, and technically-wired and offer mixed-use housing, office, and retail.

6 Minority Small Business Innovation Cultivator Kick Off Convening Session Friday, November 11, 2016 Session Notes Executive Summary In Attendance: MPI Architects: Randy Bauer, Dennis DeLisse, Erica Bish (Project Manager) Strategic Development Solutions: Bernie Lynch, Suzanne Pace (Project Manager) David Pierson, Roy Bond, Katrina Wade-Miller, George D. Laffoon, Cristin Thomas, Gloria Smith, Nick Graff, Mark Hays, Anita Gordy-Watkins, Jasmond Anderson, Filipe Ibarra, Gal Jumaoas, Virginia Arteaga, Sean Nguyen, Clyde Porter, Rick Ortiz, Marnese Elder, Ron Ratliff Agenda: Welcome & Introductions Team Building Activity Morning Discussion: What We Know & Opportunity for Moving Forward Lunch & Presentation Afternoon Discussion: Teamwork + Next Steps Setting A Shared Foundation for Future Work Next Key Steps: November / December SDS + MPI will develop + share project call schedule / agendas SDS + MPI will develop + share suggested timeline/project schedule SDS + MPI will schedule and complete Stakeholder Interviews (phone) December 7th and 8th SDS + MPI will schedule and complete Stakeholder Interviews (in person) Dec 9th, 9:00-3:00 Mission, Vision, Value Session Strategic Assumptions for the project Lay of the Land Individual Space Audit Surveys Ongoing Project Management Calls + s Project notes, agendas, and reminders Invite team to Basecamp for shared online project coordination

7 GDHCC BAC Program Report Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Business Assistant Center Program End of the Year Report The Business Assistance Center (BAC) Program is a micro-enterprise assistance program funded in part by the City of Dallas through HUD's Community Development Block Grant. The Business Assistance Centers provide free services to qualifying City of Dallas residents who are interested in starting or expanding a micro-enterprise. The BAC services include: Technical Assistance We provide One-on-one counseling sessions covering a wide range of small business topics. Come with your ideas and business issues, and we will provide you with tools and resources to help make you successful. Training and Education We provide seminars and workshops covering all aspect of business management. Topics include business plan writing, marketing research, access to capital, franchising, technology, accounting and more. Incubator Program The Incubator program assists in the development of start-up companies. The BAC houses companies who have been in business for less than two years and provide them with affordable office space and other amenities. (Participants in the program must qualify under the program guidelines.)

partnerships, collaborations, and funding

13 GDHCC Strategic Priority Increasing and improving growth through strategic partnerships, collaborations, and funding The State of Hispanic Business in North Texas Forum This event will inform the respective chamber and association members, partners, and the community about the climate, condition, and trends of the region s Hispanic-owned businesses. Additionally, it will provide a statistical overview of the state of Hispanic-owned businesses, the trends in various industries, and potential growth opportunities. Presenting Sponsor Forum Date: December 8, 2016 Hispanic Leaders Reception Date: December 7, 2016 Venue: TBD

14 GDHCC MISSION To Grow and Support the Hispanic Business community in North Texas

Chamber of Commerce East Arapaho/Collins Task Force. Report to the Richardson City Council April 17, 2017

Chamber of Commerce East Arapaho/Collins Task Force Report to the Richardson City Council April 17, 2017 Presentation Highlights 1. Task Force Objectives and Process 2. Vision 3. Direction for the Future