Want to get involved? Want to learn more? Want to work with other professionals in McKinney ? Engage yourself by actively participating in the following Chamber of Commerce Committees.

Ambassador Club

This group serves as the public relations arm of the Chamber of Commerce, welcoming new businesses to McKinney , assisting with ribbon cutting ceremonies, and visiting new members.

Ambassador President: Tim Baker, The Growth Coach, 972-302-2791

Staff Contact: Kimberly Weeks , kweeks@mckinneytx.org

Business Development

This committee is an association of businesses in McKinney that advocates and supports business retention and expansion. Committee members of this group represent a cross section of business and community leaders focusing on improved commerce and continued business growth.

Committee Chairs: Brent Allen, Wal-Mart, 972-542-9585

                            Scott Lewis, Capital One Bank, 214-544-4840

Staff Contact: Jeannie Lester , jlester@mckinneytx.org

Event Planning

Chamber members may serve on a planning committee for any of our many events. Some of the yearly event planning committees include Awards Celebration, Golf Tournament, and New Teacher Breakfast.

Contact: Sharon Montgomery , Events Director, 972-542-0163

Young Professionals

This group focuses on supporting the young professionals in McKinney . This year they will focus on various professional development training and events.

Committee Chair: Abby Javernick, Valliance Bank, 972-544-2400

Staff Contacts: Lisa Ferrell , lferrell@mckinneytx.org

                       Jeannie Lester , jlester@mckinneytx.org

Government and Legislative Issues

This committee involves business members of the community in the state, local, and county initiatives, regulations and legislation that impact business. One of the primary areas in which the Chamber supports its membership base is with advocacy for business growth and economic prosperity.

Committee Chair: Billy Leonard, Billy G. Leonard, Jr. Attorney at Law, 469-742-0855

Staff Contact: Lisa Ferrell , lferrell@mckinneytx.org

Women’s Alliance of McKinney

This group works to educate, support and empower business women in McKinney . Throughout the year, WAM hosts breakfasts, lunches and other educational and networking type events.

Committee Chair: Kathrine Reyna, Patients Best Choice Home Health Care, 214-592-0050

Staff Contact: Terrie Keith , tkeith@mckinneytx.org