Welcome from the Chairman

I am proud to extend the warmest of welcomes to you on behalf of the Lufkin / Angelina County Chamber of Commerce. Now is an exciting time for our area and we encourage you to join with us in our continuous mission to make Angelina County the very best place to grow, start or relocate your business, raise a family, or enjoy retirement in an environment that offers everything from relaxation to exhilaration. All in the beautiful region known as the Heart of the Texas Forest Country.
For nearly 100 years, our Chamber has been a catalyst for positive change in our communities and the region. Our theme for 2011.... Progress Through Collaboration. ...is really a validation of our core mission as a Chamber - to continuously improve the economic prosperity, business environment, and quality of life in Angelina County for everyone.
We as a community are blessed with numerous businesses and countless individuals whose core beliefs complement that mission. Together, this chamber, it's valued membership, and each of our many stakeholders and partner organizations can and will accomplish great things as we work together to truly make our County the very best place to live, work, visit, and play. Please come join us as we work with and for each of you to accomplish our common goals. I look forward to an outstanding 2011!
Sincerely,
Jim Watkins
2011 Board Chairman
Lufkin Coca Cola Bottling Company
