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Visual Arts Guild of Frisco
Sep. 16, 2021 12:00 p.m.
Suad was born and raised in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, where his father helped him fall in love with photography by giving him his first camera as a gift for his 11th birthday. Since then, he’s been unlocking the many secrets of photography and thoroughly enjoying himself in the process. A US resident since 1997, and citizen since 2004, Suad has been fascinated with his new homeland, and especially its western portions, with National Parks and the abundance of other scenic areas and public lands. He worked in Corporate America for 15 years, during which time he was fortunate enough to travel and build his fine art portfolio. Many of his best photographs were created on trips to California, Utah, Arizona and Nevada, although he always has a camera ready in Texas, too. Suad enjoys offering his skills to area nonprofits and volunteering; he teaches Continuing Education photography classes at the Collin County Community College. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Frisco Chamber of Commerce, and is the President of Visual Arts Guild of Frisco. |
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3to1 Foundation
Sep. 23, 2021 12:00 p.m.
After 25 years in corporate America, including nearly 22 years @ the Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Wayne Dominck transitioned to non profit to help empower the community. He worked at Reading Partners for 3 years before recently taking the Director role at the 3to1 Foundation. The 3to1 Foundation is an educational and nonprofit organization that serves the community by providing financial seminars and programs for people of all ages. Through our interactive seminars, students learn about topics such as goal setting, budgeting, investing, and debt management. In addition, the 3to1 Foundation sponsors an annual scholarship program and an essay contest to promote financial literacy. Our mission is to help people attain lifetime economic freedom. |
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Real Men Wear Pink
Sep. 30, 2021 12:00 p.m.
Jim Brown is the Vice President, Market Lead for the American Cancer Society in North Texas. Jim has been a grassroots fundraiser, coordinated large gala like the Dallas Cattle Baron’s Ball and golf events. He has led national corporate partnerships (including most recently Walmart), but his favorite role is leading his amazing ACS team. And yes, is you see the resemblance, you’re right, it’s Kim’s Dad! Leyka Ishibashi has been working in the non-profit world for almost a decade. She believes in helping organizations accomplish their mission through building strong partner relationships and raising awareness. Currently, she leads the “Real Men Wear Pink,” “Health Equity Research & Operations,” and the Young Texans Against Cancer initiatives for the American Cancer Society in North Texas. Beth Wilson-Stavinoha is two-time cancer survivor and member of the American Cancer Society Dallas Advisory Board and also served as a 2016 Portrait of Hope Ambassador. She is currently an On-Camera and Voice-Over Talent, represented by the Mary Collins Agency. She has been a television and radio host in Dallas, TX; Austin, TX; and Phoenix, AZ. In addition to her work in media, Beth served as a Corporate Communications Director and Director of Sales and Marketing in the fields of real estate and senior living. She holds a Graduate Marketing Certificate from the SMU Cox School of Business and a B.S. in Radio-Television-Film from The University of Texas at Austin. She is married and resides in University Park. She has twin girls and three stepchildren. |
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Mr Thank You
Oct. 07, 2021 12:00 p.m.
John Israel is founder and Chief Gratitude officer of Mr. Thank You, a consulting firm focused on client and employee retention. John is one of the most sought after speakers and trainers who teaches companies both big and small how to Become Irreplaceable by creating thriving profitable relationships both inside and outside the organization. In 2016, John started a personal social experiment around “human connection” that became a world-wide movement, a book, and TEDx talk titled: The Mr. Thank You Project. John’s Mr. Thank You story has been featured on ABC News, Fox News, Good Morning America, and his clients include global brands such as: Square, ReMax, Fairway Mortgage, Sales Force and many others. John’s goal is to Re-humanize the workplace and marketplace by teaching people how to express authentic gratitude, respect, and appreciation.He lives in Plano Tx with his wife, three children and loyal Chihuahua. |
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Heroes on the Water
Oct. 28, 2021 12:00 p.m.
Heroes on the Water, a 501(c) 3 veterans’ charity, successfully applies a simple solution to a complex issue – giving veterans, first responders and their families a path to a successful life through:eroes on the Water, a 501(c) 3 veterans’ charity, successfully applies a simple solution to a complex issue – giving veterans, first responders and their families a path to a successful life through: |
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State of the Chamber
Nov. 04, 2021 12:00 p.m.
Tony Felker serves as president/CEO of the Frisco Chamber of Commerce, a position he has held for more than a dozen years. A Frisco resident since 1997, he has been with the chamber for upward of 17 years and previously worked in sales for Frisco STYLE following nearly 15 years in the real estate/finance industry. In 2019, Tony served as chair of the board of regents for the West Institute of Organization Management (IOM), a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. He has also served on the boards of the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives, North Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives Association and the Texas Association of Business. A member of the Frisco City Council from 2003-2009, as well as a former Frisco Planning & Zoning commissioner and Board of Adjustments member, he is currently an ex-officio board member for Visit Frisco. A graduate of Leadership Frisco Class III, Tony earned bachelor’s degrees in business marketing and journalism from the University of Texas at Austin. |
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Museum of the American Railroad
Nov. 18, 2021 12:00 p.m.
Bob LaPrelle is a 30-year veteran in the field of historic railway preservation and museums. He has served as Executive Director/CEO of the Museum of the American Railroad since 1988, and three prior years as a board trustee. Mr. LaPrelle has placed an emphasis on the cultural history and technology aspects of railroad museums and their role in communities as an educational resource and tourism destination. LaPrelle recently led the successful effort to move the Museum to a significantly larger venue in North Texas to expand collections and serve a broader audience. He is currently overseeing construction of the Museum’s new facilities, including 6,500 feet of exhibit tracks, a covered pavilion for rolling stock, and permanent exhibit buildings. Upon completion, the Museum will be one of the premiere transportation history and technology centers in the Southwestern United States. He attended the University of Texas at Austin, majoring in Government and Public Policy, including original research at the LBJ Presidential Library. He is immediate past president and board member of the HeritageRail Alliance, and chairs the Museums Advocacy and Recommended Practices Committees, making annual trips to Washington, D.C. Bob also serves on the board of the London-based World Association of Tourist Trams & Trains (WATTRAIN). |
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Nov. 20, 2021 7:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Nov. 27, 2021 7:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Dec. 04, 2021 7:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Grant Awards!
Dec. 09, 2021
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Dec. 11, 2021 7:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Legislative and Redistricting Update
Dec. 16, 2021
STATE REPRESENTATIVE MATT SHAHEEN State Representative Matt Shaheen serves the citizens of District 66 in the Texas House of Representatives, representing West Plano and far North Dallas. He currently sits on the Human Services and the State Affairs House Committees. Previously, Representative Shaheen served five years on the Collin County Commissioners Court representing the citizens of Precinct 1. As a Commissioner, he represented Collin County on the Conference of Urban Counties Policy Committee, the Texas Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee and the North Texas Criminal Justice Committee.
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Dec. 20, 2021 6:00 p.m.
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Growing and Sustaining a Legacy Business
Jan. 06, 2022 12:00 p.m.
Rich Allen is on a mission – to help business owners create, build, grow and sustain a Legacy Business – one based on foundational principles, unique standards and a long-lasting culture. |
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The World of Dave Campbell — iconic Texas sportswriter
Jan. 20, 2022 12:00 p.m.
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The Law of Intentionality
Jan. 27, 2022 12:00 p.m.
Dawud Mabon is a Certified Public Accountant, and Leadership coach. Dawud has been married to his college sweetheart Tolu for 20 years, they have 3 children, Lola , Nathan , and Noah. Dawud is the founder of the Mabon Leadership Group. Mabon Leadership Group delivers workshops, seminars, keynote speeches, and coaching for organizations focused on leadership development. Dawud is a Certified Coach with the John Maxwell Team, his responsibilities include Leadership Training, Coaching, and Keynote Speaking. Dawud served on the John Maxwell President’s Advisory Council and is a certified D.I.S.C. Consultant. In addition Dawud has a passion for financial stewardship, and provides training to individuals and organizations. Dawud also is a publish author. In 2016 Dawud published For God Loves A Cheerful Giver. |
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TLT- Tomorrow's Leaders Today, Inc.
Feb. 10, 2022 12:00 p.m.
The Founder and Executive Director of Tomorrow's Leaders Today, Inc., Elaine, has always wanted to foster or adopt children. While the opportunities came close, they never quite worked out. After taking the Frisco Leadership Program, Class XX, it was clear her passion was to help youth, and many of them, as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit TLT-Tomorrow's Leaders Today. The career path that led Elaine along this journey and her vast work experiences in healthcare, entrepreneurship, corporate and nonprofit sectors has led to significant relationships within the for-profit and nonprofit space, which she believes is critical to making connections for the youth participating in the TLT programs. Elaine is committed to make sure she can reach as many youths as possible and share the importance of relationship building and having strong real-life skills, softskills, higher education, and career readiness with leadership skills will lead to success. Elaine loves road trips with her family and has seen thirty-seven states by car. She moved to Texas in 2002, resides on the county lines of Denton and Collin County, Texas, has two grown children, is a grandmother of one. |
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The Frisco Garden Club
Feb. 17, 2022 12:00 p.m.
Marlene Byndon is a retiree who enjoys volunteering and helping others achieve their dreams. She grew up in the telecommunications world. Marlene began her career with the Southwestern Bell System, retried from AT&T after 28 years of service, and worked eight years for T-Mobile. With these companies she discovered her passion for helping to train, coach and lead others to achieve their goals. She continues to help others today, through Toastmasters and the Frisco Garden Club. Under her leadership, Marlene’s Toastmasters Club has been a President’s Distinguished Club for six years straight. This is the highest honor you can receive as a Club. Marlene is also proud of the achievements made under her tenure as President of the Frisco Garden Club, the oldest active civic organization in Frisco. A visit to the many projects they support, throughout the City, is clear evidence of the Club’s impact to the community, Marlene states, that all the opportunities she has experienced, have also permitted her to learn, grow, work feverishly at her purpose and has inspired her to never forget her mantra, “Don’t Stop Believing." |
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Habitat for Humanity of Collin County
Mar. 03, 2022 12:00 p.m.
Dick Corcoran – Planned Giving & Grants Coordinator A seasoned professional with 37 years of non-profit experience. A high-level performer who extended the Scouting Program in rural, suburban and urban areas. Improved the quality of both Council and District events. Played a significant role in affecting the Council Budget through enhancement to the Friends of Scouting Campaign/Annual Giving and the Council’s special events. Service to volunteers improved with the development of a satellite office and a Scouting Center. Through the success of the Circle Ten Centennial Campaign Capital & Endowment Campaign, $35.5 M capital dollars were raised, $24.5 M capital dollars were infused into four Council Camps and two Scouting Centers. An additional $42.8 M endowment dollars were raised, and the Circle Ten Boy Scout Foundation grew to $50 M, now the fourth largest Council foundation in the entire BSA. Dick was added to the Habitat for Humanity of Collin County team in August of 2020. |
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Texas Big Star Half Marathon & 5K
Mar. 10, 2022 12:00 p.m.
The North Texas Community Giving Foundation was formed in 2014 to support the Texas Big Star Half Marathon & 5K, which is the first and only half marathon in Frisco. The mission of the Big Star race is to bring the community together to promote health and support of our local community. All proceeds from Big Star go to the Foundation which then grants the funds to local charities to help them further their missions. Through community support, the Foundation has been able to raise over $300,000 for local charities. |
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