Coppell News, Events, & Resources

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Ellie Braxton, President/CEO

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TOP NEWS - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Dr. Brad Hunt To Receive Cliff Long Leadership Award At Annual Gala

Coppell ISD Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt will receive the Cliff Long Leadership Award at the Coppell Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Awards & Community Gala on Saturday, February 3. The event honors local businesses, organizations and individuals that have made a significant impact in the community.

Prior to being named CISD's superintendent in 2017, Dr. Hunt served the district for almost 30 years as a teacher at Coppell High School, assistant principal at Coppell Middle School West, Director of Human Resources, principal of Coppell High School and as the Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services. Dr. Hunt’s focus is on celebration, communication, collaboration and commitment in working to ensure each child’s story is known, encouraged and supported.

He was chosen as a SMU Institute for Leadership Impact District Leadership Fellow for 2022-2023. In 2021, the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) awarded him with the 2021 Communication Technology Award for Superintendents. This award recognizes superintendents for their leadership in redefining, upgrading and integrating cutting-edge communication technology to improve and expand outreach and engagement with internal and external education stakeholders. In 2020, he was one of only three superintendents in Texas and one of only 24 in the nation selected as a “Superintendent to Watch” by NSPRA.

Dr. Hunt holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of North Texas, a Master’s degree from the University of Texas at Tyler and his Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) from the University of North Texas. His wife, Janay, is a counselor in Carroll ISD. Both of their children have attended CISD schools, with his daughter graduating in May and currently attending Texas A&M, and his son is a current CISD student.

In addition to the presentation of the Cliff Long Leadership Award, join us to find out who will win:

Large Business of the Year
Small Business of the Year
Emerging Business of the Year
Non-Profit of the Year
Volunteer of the Year

Nominations for these awards will be received through 5 pm on Wednesday, December 13. The Chamber will also announce its Ambassador of the Year.

This year's theme is "A Night in Paris" and our Platinum Sponsors are AAA Texas and the City of Coppell.

With event sponsorships starting at $500, we have opportunities for every budget. For a list of our available sponsorships, visit our website or contact Amber Watkins.

Saturday, February 3 from 6 - 10 pm

$110/person in advance; $120/person at the door

Embassy Suites

2401 Bass Pro Drive

Grapevine, TX 76051

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INVESTOR SERVICES

Member Spotlight

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Metrocrest Services' Tracy Eubanks To Keynote Holiday Luncheon

Join the Coppell Chamber of Commerce at our annual holiday luncheon with keynote speaker Tracy Eubanks, CEO of Metrocrest Services, and featuring performances by Ballet Ensemble of Texas and Coppell Community Chorale. Our series sponsor is the City of Coppell.

In his role as CEO of Metrocrest Services for the past 10 years, Tracy has helped thousands of our neighbors navigate crises and find a path toward self-sufficiency. From its new home on Josey Lane in Carrollton, Metrocrest provides a wide range of services including emergency financial assistance, financial coaching and education, a food pantry, employment coaching and job readiness, senior services to help seniors age in place, and seasonal programs focused on children including holiday gifts and food for the summer. Their Holiday program makes the season a little brighter by allowing parents on a limited income to go to their holiday store and choose unwrapped toys for their children. In addition, participants can pick up non-perishable food and winter coats for the family. Tracy received the Chamber's 2022 Cliff Long Leadership Award which celebrates a community member who exemplifies dedication, integrity and honorable service.

Guests are asked to bring new, unwrapped toys for donation to Metrocrest Services.

Thursday, December 7 from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

$30/person in advance; $40/person at the door

Coppell Arts Center

505 Travis St.

Coppell, TX 75019

Ribbon Cutting Set Tomorrow At Graff Foot, Ankle & Wound Care

Graff Foot, Ankle & Wound Care delivers the latest, most technologically advanced surgical and non-surgical treatment solutions for a wide variety of the most common, often debilitating or life-limiting foot and ankle problems and wounds. Their physicians collaborate with each other and, when necessary, with top-notch outside providers to give patients the best possible care.

Tuesday, November 28 at 4 pm

Graff Foot, Ankle & Wound Care

456 W. State Highway 121 Suite 140

Coppell, TX 75019

Start Your Tuesday With Networking & Breakfast At Hard Eight BBQ

Mark your calendars for the 4th Tuesday of every month and plan on joining us for our most popular networking event, BizCon Breakfast. You'll have the chance to meet and mingle with Chamber members, staff and community leaders - so bring your business cards, co-workers and friends!

Attendance is included with your membership. Future members may attend up to three times.

Tuesday, November 28 from 8 - 9 am

Hard Eight BBQ

688 Freeport Pkwy.

Coppell, TX 75019

Join Us Every Wednesday For Growth Group

Showcase your business by joining us for a little lunch and some lively conversation at our Wednesday Growth Group. The goal of Growth Group is to build personal and professional relationships with other members while exchanging leads, business tips, growing your prospect list, and, most importantly, referrals.

Attendees at these dynamic meetings introduce themselves and their business with a 30-second commercial. Maximize your networking by arriving early or staying after the meeting to enjoy open networking with the local business professionals who attend each week.

Attendance is included with your membership. Future members may attend up to three times. Food/drinks available for purchase.

Wednesdays from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

JC's Burger Bar

160 W. Sandy Lake Road, Suite 100

Coppell, TX 75019

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tuesday, November 28: BizCon Breakfast

Tuesday, November 28: Ribbon Cutting at Graff Foot, Ankle & Wound Care

Wednesday, November 29: Growth Group Networking

Wednesday, December 6: Growth Group Networking

Thursday, December 7: Monthly Luncheon Series - Heart for the Holidays

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Friday, December 1: Holidays at Heritage Park

Saturday, December 2: Vintage Christmas

Saturday, December 2: Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting

Thursday, December 7: Cookies with Santa at Frost

SEE FULL CALENDAR

INVESTOR ADVOCACY

Jun To Step Down, Run For Texas House

By Coppell Chronicle

Coppell Mayor Pro Tem John Jun will give up his seat on the City Council to make a run at the Texas House. He plans to file the paperwork this week.

Jun said he sees a term in the Legislature as the next step in his record of community service, which includes time on the Board of Adjustment and a stint as one of the city’s special counsels before he got elected in 2020.

“I’m actually running with that same mentality that if I do get the opportunity to serve the community, it would just be the next level, in a sense,” he said, “but still represent the community for their issues and concerns.”

CHS Cheerleaders Perform In Macy's Thanksgiving Parade

By Coppell Chronicle

Thanksgiving week was a whirlwind for a group of Coppell High School cheerleaders who made two appearances on national television broadcasts from New York City.

Nineteen Coppell students — including members of the school’s varsity, JV, and freshman squads — were among approximately 600 cheerleaders who performed in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. A Dallas company called Spirit of America Productions invites cheerleaders from across the nation to audition for its annual entry. Head coach Lindsey Bates told me this was the first time Coppell High School cheerleaders participated.