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Tomball is on the move and keeping up with new businesses in the city can be a challenge. With that in mind, the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce (GTACC) First Friday networking luncheon, Oct. 5, will feature GTACC President Bruce Hillegeist with, Tomball’s Top 10 Newsmakers.

“Most days I receive calls and inquiries about a new business or businesses coming Tomball’s way,” Hillegeist said. “We are so fortunate to have such a strong regional economy, but major corporations calling Tomball their home and headquarters don’t happen by accident. There are many people and efforts that deserve our thanks, and this is what I’ll be talking about at the luncheon.”

In addition to Hillegeist’s presentation, Congressman Michael McCaul will be on hand to receive the Spirit of Free Enterprise Award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. State Rep. Allen Fletcher will also be honored for his numerous achievements in the Texas Legislature, especially those involving local mobility projects.

Chamber members, guests, and the public are invited to attend the luncheon, which begins at 11:30 a.m. at the ElmerL.BeckendorfConferenceCenter on the LoneStarCollege – Tomball campus, 30555 Tomball Pkwy.  For reservations call the chamber at 281-351-7222 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Cost is $15 at the door and $17 if invoiced. To learn more about the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce visit, www.TomballChamber.org.

Tomball Mayor Gretchen Fagan will present, "State of the City," when she addresses the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce First Friday Networking Luncheon, Feb. 1. Fagan has served as mayor of the City of Tomball since May 2007. She also served as a Council member from 2004 to 2007. Fagan and her husband, Michael, are owners of Farmers Insurance in Tomball.
Fagan promises her address will not be the "usual," despite its conventional title.
"From transportation and connectivity to new and revitalized businesses, we have so much going on in Tomball that I want to share," Fagan said. "This will be a fast-paced overview and look at what lies ahead."
Chamber members, their guests, and the public are encouraged to attend this very informative luncheon that begins at 11:30 a.m. at the Elmer L. Beckendorf Conference Center on the Lone Star College - Tomball campus located at 30555 Tomball Pkwy.  For reservations call the Chamber at 281-351-7222 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Cost is $17 at the door and $20 if invoiced.
To learn more about the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce visit, www.TomballChamber.org.

Lone Star College System Vice Chancellor of External Affairs Ray Laughter and LSC-Tomball President Dr. Susan Karr will review the history of LSCS and describe how the upcoming bond election will impact future growth when they present, "Lone Star College System - Planning for the Future," at the Tomball Chamber of Commerce First Friday Luncheon on April 5. 

Lone Star College System is the second largest community college in Texas with six colleges serving more than 85,000 students.

Everyone is encouraged to attend the luncheon that begins at 11:30 a.m. at the Elmer L. Beckendorf Conference Center on the LSC-Tomball campus, located at 30555 Tomball Pkwy. 

For reservations, call the Chamber at 281-351-7222 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Cost is $17 at the door and $20 if invoiced. To learn more about the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce visit, www.Tom ballChamber.org. 

Bond 2013, a $160 million bond proposal which will appear on the May 11 ballot for voter approval will be the topic of the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce Networking Luncheon, May 3. Tomball ISD Trustee Ken Odom, Superintendent John Neu-bauer and Deputy Super-intendent Huey Kinchen will address the gathering.

Chamber members, their guests, and the public are encouraged to attend this very informative luncheon from noon to 1 p.m. at the Elmer L. Beckendorf Conference Center on the Lone Star College - Tomball campus located at 30555 Tomball Pkwy.  Doors open at 11:30 a.m.

For reservations call the Chamber at 281-351-7222 or email  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Cost is $17 at the door and $20 if invoiced. To learn more about the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce visit, www.Tom ballChamber.org.

Lisa Griffin of the Tomball Fire Department was recognized as Officer of the Month at the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce First Friday Networking Lunch-eon, May 3. Griffin was acknowledged for outstanding service and initiative on the job. Pictured are (from left) Debbie Gray of Woodforest National Bank, Griffin and Tomball Fire Chief Randy Parr.

The Teacher of the Month, sponsored by Element Payment Services, was recognized at the Greater Tomball Chamber of Commerce First Friday networking luncheon, Feb. 1. Billie Ann Dio of Tomball High School was recognized as the February winner. Dio teaches speech communication applications, team leadership and is the THS Student Council sponsor. Pictured (from left) THS Principal Greg Quinn, Billie Ann Dio and Leo Corley of Element Payment Services.

The Officer of the Month for February was recognized at the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce First Friday networking luncheon, Feb. 1. Tomball Police Department (TPD) Detective Kenny Yoho was honored for outstanding service by TPD Chief Rob Hauck. Officer of the Month is sponsored by Woodforest National Bank. (Pictured (from left) Maria Espitia of Woodforest National Bank, Tomball Mayor Gretchen Fagan, Yoho and wife, Sandra Yoho, State Rep. Allen Fletcher and Hauck.

The Teacher of the Month, sponsored by Element Payment Services and Classic Hair, was recognized at the Greater Tomball Chamber of Commerce First Friday Networking recently. January’s Teacher of the Month is Jeff Kroemer of Concordia Lutheran High School. Pictured are (from left) are Sandy Krug of Classic Hair, Leo Corley of Element Payment Service, Kroemer and Concordia Principal Mark Bahr.                      

Jim Vossler of Print Plus was selected as the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce (GTACC) 2012 Ambassador of the Year. Each year the Chamber's volunteer ambassadors select one of their own to receive this award in recognition of outstanding service. Pictured are (from left) GTACC Ambassador Chairman Rob Greening of NiteLites of Houston, Vossler, 2011 Ambassador of the Year Wesley Burke of Burke Carpet Cleaning Services and 2012 GTACC Chairman Richard Jennings, pastor of River of Praise Church.