Westlake Chamber Of Commerce

The Westlake Chamber Of Commerce is hosting the Q1 Westlake Community Luncheon: Economic Forecast on March 14 at Hotel Viata. Tickets are on sale now until Monday morning. Register Here ?? https://lnkd.in/g4T-DHnA

What's ahead for your business? Join us for the Chamber's 1st quarterly Westlake Community Luncheon of 2025 as we dive into the key economic trends shaping businesses in the year ahead. Economist and national speaker Bryce Gill will breakdown crucial topics like inflation, interest rates, industry migration, job growth, and more--giving you the insights you need to plan for success. Don't miss this opportunity to network, gain valuable economic forecasts, and learn what's next for Westlake and beyond! Thank you to our sponsors, MirCare Consultants and Genesis Wealth Management, for making this event possible!

Leadership Westlake isn’t just a program—it’s a VIP pass to the inner workings of our community and top businesses! Local Business Day was an incredible deep dive into the vital role businesses play in building a resilient and vibrant community. The day began with Henry Green , President of VSM Brands, sharing insights from his 29+ years of experience in developing over 150 commercialized food products sold globally. The class then heard from an expert panel of real estate professionals, including Evan Deitch (Endeavor Real Estate Group), Laura Fairbanks, MBA (KW Commercial), and Bryan Teeple (Teeple Partners), moderated by Julie Lane (Almanza, Blackburn, Dickie & Mitchell LLP). The discussion explored the intersection of real estate and local businesses, covering topics like commercial brokerage, retail leasing, and development. We also got an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the Amazon Fulfillment Center, where cutting-edge logistics and high-tech automation keep one of the world’s largest companies running—right here in our backyard! Community Impact provided another fascinating tour, showcasing their innovative “phygital” approach to combining print and digital media. The day concluded with Chris Gay of Focal Point Business Coaching, who shared invaluable strategies on goal setting, problem-solving, marketing, and growth planning—key takeaways for any professional. A huge thank you to Benchmark Bank for sponsoring Local Business Day! Your commitment to our community helps shape future leaders and strengthen local connections. And of course, thank you to all our speakers, panelists, and hosts for an engaging and educational day! #EmpowerBusiness #ConnectCommunity #EnhanceGrowth #WestlakeTX #WestlakeChamber #WestlakeCommunity #LeadershipWestlake #LocalBusinessImpact #CommunityLeadership #BusinessGrowth #RealEstateInsights #InnovationInBusiness #ProfessionalDevelopment #PhygitalNews #NetworkingOpportunities #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessCoaching #SupportLocalBusinesses #CommunityImpact

We are thrilled to have Fred Kelley join our board of directors!

Thank you to our amazing volunteers who spent their Monday helping out at Safe Alliance organizing and preparing gifts for Safe Alliance families. ?? Afterward, they got together to continue the holiday spirit with some time to connect and celebrate the season. Swipe through to see photos from this meaningful day! Stay tuned for upcoming volunteer opportunities! #EmpowerBusiness #ConnectCommunity #EnhanceGrowth #WestlakeTX #WestlakeChamber #CommunitySupport #VolunteerOpportunities #VolunteerDay #SafeAlliance #HolidayGiving

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Here’s a recap of our most recent Leadership Westlake outing: Health & Wellness Day! ?? The class delved into the many facets of healthcare, visiting Dell Seton Medical Center, Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin and Dell Children’s Medical Center, where they heard from Susan Hewlitt, MSHCT, Executive Director of the Dell Children’s Foundation. We also gained valuable insights from experts like Michael Garrett of Direct MD Austin, Darilynn Cardona-Beiler, Senior VP of Specialty Healthcare at the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, Joel Rice Executive Director of the Ascension Seton Foundation, and Dr. Claire Sokas, Assistant Professor of Surgery and Perioperative Care. A special thanks to Kim Barnes of Parenting Aging Parents for moderating an exceptional panel discussion featuring Melissa Huff, RN of Magnolia Hospice of Austin and Central Texas, Michael Gill of Texas Senior Living Locators, and Liliana Damron, NP of Austin Geriatric Specialists. We’re incredibly grateful to Brookdale Westlake Hills for sponsoring this impactful day and empowering our future leaders to shape the future of healthcare! #EmpowerBusiness #ConnectCommunity #EnhanceGrowth #WestlakeTX #WestlakeChamber #NetworkOpportunities #BuildingBusiness #LeadershipWestlake #HealthAndWellness #HealthcareInnovation

Leadership Westlake’s Education Day was an inspiring deep dive into the diverse educational opportunities shaping our community! We kicked off the day with Eanes ISD, gaining insight into the award-winning programs that support Westlake families—from academics and arts to special education and extracurriculars. The afternoon brought us to Fusion Academy, where we explored their unique 1-to-1 approach to personalized education, providing a tailored environment for students with learning, social, or emotional differences to thrive. A special shoutout to our Education Day sponsor, Access College America! Dale Price, John Baier, and the team offer tailored college planning guidance, empowering our Westlake High School grads to achieve their college goals. We wrapped up the day at Austin Community College District, where we toured innovative programs in nursing, film production, 3D printing, and advanced manufacturing. It was incredible to witness the collaboration and hands-on learning happening across our community’s educational landscape. Thank you to all our partners for an unforgettable day of learning and growth! #LeadershipWestlake #EducationDay #CommunityEmpowerment #EmpowerBusiness #ConnectCommunity #EnhanceGrowth #WestlakeTX #WestlakeChamber #NetworkOppurtunities #AustinEducation

?? Ready or not, here come the holidays! ?? Westlake Wonderfest is back again, and this is your chance to get your business in front of 4,000 local residents! Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with Westlake families and spread holiday cheer by securing a booth at one of our biggest community events of the year. ?? Sunday, December 8 ?? 1:00PM - 4:00PM ?? Parking lot of Chaparral Stadium at Westlake High School Click here to register today! ?? https://lnkd.in/g_FKUvVP #EmpowerBusiness #ConnectCommunity #EnhanceGrowth #WestlakeTX #WestlakeChamber #NetworkOpportunities #Wonderfest #WestlakeWonderfest #HolidayFestival #GiftMarket #ChristmasFestival #SantasComingToTown

Supporting small businesses is more important than ever as they navigate rising food costs and challenges in finding good labor. Let’s have patience and continue to champion these businesses as they work through these industry obstacles! Check out this article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gpapxr29 #EmpowerBusiness #ConnectCommunity #EnhanceGrowth #WestlakeTX #WestlakeChamber #SmallBusiness #CommunitySupport