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Welcome from Chamber President/CEO & Board Chair

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TARA WATSON-WATKINS, IOM
Chamber President/CEO

Will Alvis

WILL ALVIS
6 Degrees Wealth
Chamber Board Chair

It is with great pleasure that we extend a warm welcome to each of you from the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce. With over 800 investors, the Chamber of Commerce is the strongest voice for our business community, and we are committed to helping your business grow and thrive! We understand that to have a strong economic environment you must have a strong community.

Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber stands as a testament to the spirit of entrepreneurship and community collaboration. Nestled in the heart of East Texas, our vibrant community is characterized by its rich history, diverse economic landscape, and a forward-thinking mindset that propels us toward a future of sustained growth and prosperity.

For our existing investors, thank you for your continued dedication and contribution to our community's success. Your unwavering support has been instrumental in shaping the vibrant business environment we enjoy today. Together, we have created a network of businesses that not only drive economic development but also foster a sense of community pride.

To our potential investors, I invite you to explore the myriad opportunities that await you in Lufkin and Angelina County. Whether you are considering launching a new venture, expanding an existing business, or relocating to a community that values collaboration and innovation, our region is poised to be the perfect home for your enterprise.

As the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce, we are committed to providing resources, support, and a conducive environment for businesses to thrive. From networking events and educational programs to advocacy initiatives, we strive to be the catalyst for your success. We encourage you to take full advantage of the resources and connections available through the Chamber. Our dedicated team is here to assist you in navigating the local business landscape, connecting with like-minded professionals, and staying informed about the latest developments that may impact your business.

East Texas is an outstanding place to live, work, and grow a business. Whether you’re visiting for the day, looking for a new place to call home, or you’re already a resident of our thriving community, Lufkin and Angelina County is a quaint area with a big heart and plenty of opportunities. We are committed to continuing to be a Connector of leaders and influencers, a Catalyst for business growth, and a Champion for a stronger community.

 

Here's to a prosperous future for us all!

2024 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Executive Committee

Will Alvis

WILL ALVIS
6 Degrees Wealth
Board Chair

Taylor Haney

TAYLOR HANEY
Lufkin Coca Cola Bottling Co.
Incoming Chair

Melinda Moore Headshot

MELINDA MOORE
Moore Accounting Services
2023 Chair

Jeff Walker Headshot

JEFF WALKER
Partners for Rural Impact-East Texas
Secretary

Kevin Pratt

KEVIN PRATT
Etech
Treasurer

Forest Griffin

FOREST GRIFFIN
Merrill Lynch
Vice Chair

Cassidy Kirkland

CASSIDY KIRKLAND
Southside Bank
Vice Chair

Chris Gaw

CHRIS GAW
VeraBank
Vice Chair

Mary King

MARY KING
Woodland Heights Medical Center
Vice Chair

Elected Board Members

Ashley Berry Headshot

ASHLEY BERRY
East Texas Alliance
of Hope

Monte Bostwick

MONTE BOSTWICK
St. Luke's Health Memorial

Maira Carillo

MAIRA CARRILLO
Law Office of Maira F. Carrillo, PLLC

Jack Ellis

JACK ELLIS
UBank

Duluth Sunset

HERB JOHNSON
Naskila Casino

Corry Lankford

CORRY LANKFORD
Brookshire Brothers

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CHASE LUCE
Austin Bank

Yana Ogletree

YANA OGLETREE
Georgia-Pacific

Justin Risner

JUSTIN RISNER
Central I.S.D.

Nolan Smith

NOLAN SMITH
Oncor Electric Delivery

Duluth Sunset

KURT STEPHENS
Lufkin I.S.D.

Hilary Walker

HILARY H. WALKER
Regions Bank

Greg Weatherbee

GREG WEATHERBEE
The Lufkin Daily News

Ex-Officio Board Members

Jason Arnold

JASON ARNOLD
City of Diboll

Brian Bray

BRIAN BRAY
City of Lufkin

Duluth Sunset

BRENDA COX
City of Zavalla

Dee Ellis

DEE ELLIS
Angelina College

Duluth Sunset

JAMES FREEMAN
City of Hudson

Tara Hendrix

TARA HENDRIX
Visit Lufkin

Bob Samford

BOB SAMFORD
Lufkin Economic Development Corp.

Kelly Shrout Headshot

KELLY SHROUT
Angelina Beautiful Clean

Bill Stewart

BILL STEWART
City of Huntington

Donny Webb

DONNY WEBB
Governmental Relations

Keith Wright

KEITH WRIGHT
Angelina County Judge

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