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Robert Simpson of Home Zone Furniture is in the spotlight in this episode of The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce Business Spotlight.

Whether you're re-styling your entire home or searching for a single piece of living room furniture to seamlessly incorporate into your space, shopping for furniture at Home Zone is fun and effortless. Their warm and welcoming showrooms are designed to inspire without feeling overwhelming. They create a cozy, homelike atmosphere in their stores so you can imagine how a piece of dining or bedroom furniture would look and feel in your home.

The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association that strives to be an indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses

In this episode we feature The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce and give you the latest update on events and information about our members.

We also congratulate Saundra Midkiff for being recognized by The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.

And Sharon Mayer for earning the internationally-recognized certification for chamber professionals! The Certified Chamber Executive (CCE)

The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association that strives to be an indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses

Keith Self was born in a military hospital during his father’s service in the United States Army and was raised in Texas.  After graduation from High School in Amarillo, he accepted an appointment to The United States Military Academy at West Point, where he began a 25-year career of service to our country.

Keith’s Army tours included Airborne Infantry Platoon Leader, Airborne Infantry Company Commander, Special Forces Detachment Commander and Special Forces Company Commander.  His service took him to Europe, the Middle East, and the Pentagon, where he worked on the most sensitive military programs.  He deployed to Grenada, Bosnia, Afghanistan, and Iraqi Freedom. During his career, Keith received the Master Parachutist Badge, Ranger Tab, Special Forces Tab, and Joint Staff Badge.  He retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

Upon retiring from the Army, Keith was elected County Judge in Collin County, TX, in 2006.  He served three consecutive terms before retiring in 2018.

Keith and his wife Tracy have been happily married since his graduation from West Point.  They reside in McKinney, TX and are active members in their church and local community.

The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association that strives to be an indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses

It's time to meet Pamela Kuhl.

Pam the wine expert in The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce.

She offers a guided wine tasting experience that make your event one to remember..

She is also full of surprises...and you'll hear some of those surprises during this episode.

He may be the Mayor of Allen...But this episode is all about his family business:  Two Rows

Mayor Baine Brooks has a long history of community service in Allen and North Texas. Before being elected Allen Mayor in 2023, Brooks served as an Allen City Councilmember from 2012-2022 and as Allen Mayor Pro Tem from 2021-2022.

Along with his experience in municipal government, Brooks is a former director of the North Texas Food Bank, past president of the Greater Dallas Restaurant Association and previously served as regional director of the Texas Restaurant Association. He is also the recipient of several community awards including the National Autism Association’s 2021 Community Angel Award, the 2019 Collin County MLK Jr. Day Drum Major Award and the 2015 Kiwanis Club of Allen Spirit of Community Award.

Brooks and his wife own and manage a local Allen restaurant they founded in 1995. He played baseball at Connors State College before transferring to the University of Oklahoma. Mayor Brooks holds a BA in Communications from the University of Oklahoma. In 2013, he was inducted into the Connors State College Baseball Hall of Fame.

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The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association that strives to be an indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses

Mailing Point located at 3000 Custer Rd Ste 270, Plano TX is the go-to resource for packing, shipping, printing and business service needs of the residents and businesses of Plano, TX. Our team of dedicated, professionally trained experts understands the meaning of Super-Star Customer Care—we focus on saving you time and money by ensuring you get the right products and services at the right price—in a single, quick visit.

We can pack and ship [almost] anything to [almost] anywhere in the world, but shipping is only one way we can help to make your life easier. In addition to our pack and ship service, we are also Plano's premier copy, print and document services center. Large or small, black and white or color; if it can be printed, Mailing Point can handle it!

Mailing Point is a one-stop-shop for dozens of business products and services that will allow you to do what you're good at while we take care of the "other stuff" you need to succeed.

The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association that strives to be an indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses

The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association that strives to be an indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses

Schedule of Events

Thursday, June 29th6:00 PM Open Posing Practice/Clinic at Destination Dallas Gym 1300 North Central Expy. #300 Allen, TX 75013

Friday, June 30th Accasia's Event Venue – 351 Southwind Lane, Fairview TX 750695:00-6:30 PM Athlete Registration 6::30 PM Athlete Mandatory Meeting Tanning – at the Venue as of 5:30 PM

Saturday, July 1st One Show Format Accasia's Event Venue – 351 Southwind Lane, Fairview TX 75069

Tanning and Hair/Make-up will be at the Venue beginning as of 5 AM8:00 AM Athlete arrival – last-minute instructions 9:00-1:00 INBA PNBA Show 1:00-1;30 Break/Judging Scores 1:30-3:30 Awards, Special Awards, Group Photo 5:30 PM Post-Show Celebration– Athletes, friends and Family to Celebrate your accomplishments. A portion of the proceeds from food and drinks will go towards the 2024 MR MS USA PRO Athletes Prize Fund.

Sunday, July 1st PNBA Ironman Photo Shoot

9:00 AM Destination Dallas Gym 1300 North Central Expy. #300 Allen, TX 75013

*Pre-Booked Mini Photo Shoot Sessions with Drew Lord Photography at Destination Dallas Gym

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The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association that strives to be an indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses

The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association that strives to be an indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses