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Join us Saturday Nov. 11 for Santa's Heroes Pancake Breakfast
Nov 07, 2023
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Nov 11, 2023
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Nov 11, 2023 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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CEO North Texas Red Cross
Nov 14, 2023 12:01 PM
Linda Braddy
CEO
Dr. Linda Braddy joined the American Red Cross North Texas Region as its CEO in February of 2023. Linda served as the president of Dallas College Brookhaven Campus from 2019 to 2023, where she was responsible for leading initiatives which contribute to the vibrancy, growth, and economic stability of Dallas County. Among her responsibilities, Linda served as interim provost while helping Dallas College restructure to meet the needs of students and the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to joining Dallas College, Linda served in leadership roles at Tarrant County College Northeast Campus near Fort Worth. First, as dean of the division of mathematics and natural sciences, and later as vice president for academic affairs. Previously she served as deputy executive director of the Mathematical Association of America in Washington, D.C. Linda is a committed volunteer and servant leader, serving as a court-appointed special advocate for Dallas CASA, the chair of the board of directors for Mathematics Learning by Inquiry Inc., the liaison to the board of directors for Metrocrest Services and the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce. |
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Nov 18, 2023
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The Town of Addison
Dec 05, 2023 12:01 PM
Since January of 2023, David Gaines has been the City Manager for the Town of Addison, where he provides administrative oversight for all Addison functions and staff. From water resources to public safety, traffic flow to economic development, computer infrastructure to special events, the City Manager's Office serves to administer the annual budget, compliance, and oversight for daily operations. He previously served as Denton’s Deputy City Manager and has also worked with the Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District, and the City of Dublin, OH, as well as the cities of Grand Prairie, Celina, and Carrollton in Texas. He earned his Master of Public Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of North Texas and is a Certified Government Finance Officer.
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Dallas College North Lake
Jan 23, 2024
Dr. Christa Slejko has served as President of Dallas College North Lake since September of 2011
including three years as interim prior to her permanent appointment. For ten years, she served
as Vice President of Business Services responsible for the budget, facilities, and other operations
of the college. She helped create the sustainability identity of which North Lake College is so
proud. Christa began her career at Dallas College at the Mountain View campus in Information
Technology, and served as an adjunct instructor in Computer Science and Human Development.
Christa received her Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration from Texas Tech. She has a
Master’s Degree in Human Development and Business from Amber University, and a Bachelors
of Business Information Systems from the University of North Texas. Christa recently
completed a Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion from Cornell University. Last but certainly not
least, she is a proud community college graduate.
Christa is a board member of the Coppell Chamber of Commerce along with the Greater Irving
Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce, and serves on the International Trade Development/Sister
Cities committee and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee. She also serves on the
Development Committee of the Irving Schools Foundation, and the Dallas Regional Chamber
Executive Women’s Roundtable. Other professional interests include leadership development
and equity/inclusion.
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Jan 30, 2024
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Home Health Care Benefits for Veterans and Spouses
Feb 06, 2024 12:01 PM
AMRC member, Eric VanGoethem, has owned Amada Senior Care since February 2018 and has made it his mission to help seniors live safely and comfortably in the comfort of their own homes. Amada Senior Care is dedicated to finding nearby caregivers, finding the best local senior housing options, and connecting clients with an advisor who will provide information on funding their care needs. Eric deeply empathizes with families who have experienced the vulnerability and uncertainty of seeing a loved one battle a disease. He watched his father quickly deteriorate from Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease—a rare, degenerative prion disease that attacks the brain and is always fatal. Eric says, “I watched my mom become my dad’s caregiver and saw the toll that it took on her physically and emotionally while trying to still be the loving, supporting wife that she had been over 40 years—it drained her for years to come. Had we known and understood the benefits of in-home caregivers at the time, I know we would have navigated that difficult time of transition more smoothly.” Eric’s wife and Chief Operating Officer Sabrina VanGoethem’s own family experiences sparked her interest in making a difference in seniors’ lives. She is inspired by her mother, who has been working as a caregiver for years in San Antonio. Hearing her mother’s stories of feeling fulfilled by her work and witnessing her passion for being a caregiver, Sabrina developed her enthusiasm for providing in-home senior care. Says Sabrina, “I just loved hearing her stories from her clients—they have experienced much change in their lives, and it was fascinating to listen.” |
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Feb 13, 2024 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Feb 16, 2024 - Feb 17, 2024
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Feb 19, 2024
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Woven Health
Feb 20, 2024
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Woven Health
Feb 20, 2024
As a non-profit, Woven Health is a innovative patient-centric model of comprehensive direct primary healthcare, combined with high-quality integrated care. Ultimately, Woven Health is designed to focus on wellness and disease prevention – all of which are accessible, and affordable.
Passionate about community engagement and non-profit development, Jackie Rakowski is a seasoned
Execu ve Director and development professional currently serving as the Execu ve Director of Woven
Health Clinic. In this pivotal role, Jackie leads with vision and strategy, overseeing the clinic's outreach
and engagement ini a ves while forging key partnerships.
Before joining Woven Health Clinic, Jackie served as the Director of Cons tuent Events at the Alzheimer’s
Associa on in Dallas. There, she successfully led a dynamic team in execu ng impac ul events, notably
the Walk to End Alzheimer’s and The Longest Day campaigns. Jackie’s strategic approach to volunteer
management and stakeholder engagement surpassed revenue and team targets, contribu ng to the
organiza on's growth and visibility.
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Feb 23, 2024 - Feb 24, 2024
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Operation Kindness
Feb 27, 2024
Operation Kindness is a pioneer in Texas for assisting animals in need of veterinary care, companionship and most of all, a home. Our lifesaving shelter in Carrollton is a safe haven for more than 5,000 homeless dogs and cats each year. We are proud to be a vital resource for community pets by providing affordable and accessible veterinary care, and innovative programs that enable our shelter partners to increase their life-saving outcomes. Julie Goff is a 17-year veteran of Operation Kindness. In her role of Senior Development Manager, Julie is passionate about sharing the mission and impact of Operation Kindness with donors and the community. By forging important partnerships and engaging key supporters, she works to achieve Operation Kindness' annual fundraising plan of $15,000,000. |
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Traffick911
Mar 05, 2024
Growing up in the Navy, Kristi’s relationship building started at a young age. Moving every couple of years, she was tasked with learning new places, building friendships, and relying on her strong values. Throughout her life, relationships became the core of who she is – developing a passion for helping people regardless of their life circumstances. Her nonprofit career expands almost 15 years and has led her to organizations focused on marginalized populations, youth, and social justice issues - many pointing to the intersectional issues within child sex trafficking. Through her experiences, and by recognizing that there are so many pressing needs in our own backyards, Kristi finds the most joy in connecting people to the causes they care about – asking them to volunteer, lead, give, or serve to make their world a better place - and dropping love bombs on them when they do! |
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Apr 08, 2024
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Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce
Apr 09, 2024
The Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is pleased to introduce Michael Gallops, IOM, TDM, as the organization’s newly appointed President and CEO, effective Nov. 15. Gallops steps into this vital role, succeeding Hayden Austin, who departed in the summer to join Metrocrest Services. In his new capacity, Gallops will spearhead the chamber’s mission to bolster the local business landscape and provide exceptional support to its esteemed membership, focusing on leadership development, business expansion, advocacy, economic prosperity, and fostering community cohesion. Gallops joins the chamber from a distinguished background within the chamber of commerce industry, where he most recently served as the President and CEO of the Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center. During his tenure at the Rowlett Area Chamber, Gallops initiated groundbreaking entrepreneurship training, established a groundbreaking workforce development initiative in collaboration with the Garland ISD, enhanced advocacy efforts significantly, and steered the chamber through the rigorous U.S. Chamber of Commerce Accreditation program, earning a prestigious 4-Star Accreditation. Gallops’ dedication extends beyond the walls of the chamber. He has been a steadfast contributor to various task forces, boards, and committees, including the Rowlett Economic Development Advisory Board, the Garland ISD Education Foundation Board, the Rowlett Ready COAD, and the Dallas College Eastfield Campus President’s Advisory Council. Gallops also holds key roles on the North Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives Board of Directors as Secretary and as the Vice Chair of Communications on the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives Board. “Michael’s extensive experience, expertise, and stellar track record position him perfectly to serve the Metrocrest Chamber and the broader business community,” said Chairman of the Metrocrest Chamber Board of Directors, Harold Shepard. “We are confident that his guidance and expertise will be instrumental in achieving our ambitious goals.” Gallops holds a Master of Science in Economic Development & Entrepreneurship from the University of Houston – Victoria. He is a graduate of the Institute for Organization Management, the prestigious professional development program offered by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and has recently earned his certification as a Texas Destination Marketer. “I’m absolutely delighted to be a part of this exciting journey,” Gallops wrote on a LinkedIn post. “Taking on the role of President and CEO at the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce is a privilege, and I’m eager to use my experience and expertise to lead us towards our objectives. Starting on November 15th, I look forward to collaborating with you all to enhance the business landscape in our community. Exciting times are ahead for the Addison, Carrollton, and Farmers Branch communities!” |
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George H. W. Bush Elementary
May 07, 2024
Prior to becoming the principal at George H. W. Bush Elementary, Mrs. Crowling was the assistant principal at Bush for one year. Her career with DISD began as a teacher at Billy Earl Dade Middle School where she taught math and Language Arts for 3 years. She then taught math for three years at the Talented and Gifted Vanguard school at K.B. Polk Elementary. For two years, Mrs. Crowling served as a Math Academic Facilitator working with math instructional coaches in the Conrad and W.T. White feeder patterns. Mrs. Crowling is a graduate of the University of Illinois with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Business Administration. She also earned a master’s degree in Urban School Leadership from Southern Methodist University. At Bush Elementary, our staff is committed to creating a safe and rigorous learning environment where students learn the skills needed to be successful in life. We are a Leader in Me campus where students and staff alike embrace the 7 Habits (#1 Be Proactive, #2 Begin with the End in Mind, #3 Put First Things First, #4 Think Win-Win, #5 Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood, #6 Synergize, and #7 Sharpen the Saw) to guide us on our journey towards excellence. |