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Leadership Brownwood: Local Government

Leadership Brownwood: Local Government

Leadership Brownwood began in the mid-80’s by the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce as a community leadership development program. The program is dedicated to educating, developing, and empowering current and future leaders for the community and motivating them to serve civic, charitable, and business organizations. The insights participants gain as they explore the inner workings of the community serves as a foundation for their long-term involvement in Brownwood in a variety of leadership roles. Read More

Feb 20, 2024 No Comments
Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cutting – Melda’s Elite Cuts

Ribbon Cutting – Melda’s Elite Cuts

The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, December 12th, for Melda’s Elite Cuts commemorating their 15th year of being in Brown County. Owner, Isamelda Sosa began her journey by visualizing her future salon in an empty building on Early Blvd. That dream became a reality when she opened Melda’s Elite Cuts 15 years ago. As a hair stylist in Brownwood, Melda has had the pleasure of serving generations of clients in this community. Speaking to her on the importance of this milestone, Melda reflects on the joy and fulfillment of seeing an entire family pass through her salon, “Melda’s Elite Cuts is a family salon. From Grandparents to grandkids, we see the whole family. It’s so special.” She saw an opportunity to relocate to Brownwood and Melda mentioned that there is support for small businesses because she received assistance with a matching grant from BMDD in 2017 to help her finalize her dream. Read More

Feb 20, 2024 No Comments
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Ribbon Cutting – Verizon Wireless

Ribbon Cutting – Verizon Wireless

The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Verizon Wireless on Friday, December 8th, 2023, at their location at 300 W. Commerce Street in Brownwood.

Members of the chamber and Ambassadors were welcomed by the team at Verizon during their Grand Opening with refreshments. Consumers may purchase phone cases, chargers, and other accessories. One can also upgrade their current phone, add additional lines of service, and add home internet services. The Brownwood location’s Store Manager is Toni Shelton. Toni and Sales Representatives, Tandy and Kennedy are excited to have a full-service Verizon Wireless store in our community. They will be happy to help answer any questions you may have when you stop by. Read More

Feb 20, 2024 No Comments
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Brownwood Area Chamber Ribbon Cutting: CASA in the Heart of Texas

Brownwood Area Chamber Ribbon Cutting: CASA in the Heart of Texas

CASA in the Heart of Texas trains community volunteers to advocate for children in foster care from Brown, Comanche, and Mills counties. CASA volunteers advocate for the best interest of a child and make informed recommendations for the child’s physical and emotional well-being to the judge. CASA volunteers get to know the child, the parents, and their family and serve as a consistent presence in the child’s life while working collaboratively with others involved in the case. Read More

Feb 1, 2024 No Comments
Chamber News
Brownwood Area Chamber: Business After Hours with Western Bank

Brownwood Area Chamber: Business After Hours with Western Bank

The Business After Hours was catered by Up in Smoke BBQ and attended by guests and friends, new and old. Western Bank’s mission is to provide community-based financial services that leave a positive and lasting impact on their customers and employees. The team, including Brownwood President Ada Turner, and Commercial Lenders Clark Campbell and Chad Sauceda, are seen volunteering and making an impacting in many facets of the community including with the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce, the Brownwood Kiwanis Club, and many others. Read More

Feb 1, 2024 No Comments
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Brownwood Area Chamber Ribbon Cutting for The Oaks Brownwood

Brownwood Area Chamber Ribbon Cutting for The Oaks Brownwood

The Oaks Brownwood is a certified secure post-adjudication facility that provides comprehensive services to young men using a strengths-based, gender-responsive model. Through rigorous education, positive skill development, and individualized therapeutic interventions, we empower youth to reach their full potential.

Tarino Russell, Facility Administrator, spoke with us about the impact this program makes. The Oaks accepts youth from dozens of counties around Texas, for an average stay of around 6-9 months Read More

Jan 24, 2024 No Comments
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Brownwood Area Chamber Holds Ribbon Cutting for P.S. Mortgage

Brownwood Area Chamber Holds Ribbon Cutting for P.S. Mortgage

The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held a joint ribbon cutting with the Early Chamber of Commerce for the P.S. Mortgage Team on Thursday, October 19th. P.S. Mortgage is located at 506 E. Adams St in Brownwood.
Pamela Svoboda and her team at P.S. Mortgage, powered by AllWestern Mortgage, have been helping residents of Brown County and beyond with mortgages for over 11 years. Pamela is dedicated to helping people and can coach you in improving your credit score and get the mortgage you deserve, Conv, FHA, VA, USDA, as well as the MCC program.
For more information, call 325-600-4653 or visit her office at 506 E. Adams in Brownwood, Monday thru Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. Read More

Jan 24, 2024 No Comments