Events for May 2019
DeSoto Area Chamber of Commerce
May 4    Taste of Oak Cliff
To create a memorable experience we are hosting the Annual Taste of Oak Cliff.This event will showcase our finest restaurants, breweries,shops as well as artists and is a community event to celebrate our diverse culture. Whether you live her, work here, or have friends that have spent time in our beautiful city or enjoyed a night on the town in one of our great restaurants and unique shops, Taste of Oak Cliff is an experience that greets you with outstretched and welcoming arms. It is much more than just an event. It is a day of memories in the making, it's full history and culture and celebrations and stories. Come be part of it!
Date: May 4, 2019
Time: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.tasteofoakcliff.com
Location: Cliff Temple Baptist Church Parking Lot, 125 Sunset Ave, Dallas, TX 75208 10th St. & S. Beckley
Contact: Alondra Ramirez 214-943-4567 Philando Cooks 214-943-4567
EMail: assistant@oakcliffchamber.org
Date/Time Details: 12:00 pm- 7:00 pm
Fees/Admission: Admission: $5.00
May 7    Good Morning, DeSoto! [Lakisha McGee- Keller Williams] @ Holiday Inn Express DeSoto

GOOD MORNING, DESOTO!
Special thanks Holiday Inn Express & Suites for allowing us to use their facility for the second quarter of 2019. They are located at 1310 E Wintergreen Rd., DeSoto, TX 75115.

March breakfast sponsor is Lakisha McGee of Keller Williams Realty. Don't miss this opportunity to Network, Connect, & Grow!!!

Good Morning, DeSoto! is a networking event that takes place the FIRST Tuesday of each month. A Chamber Member sponsors this event, in part providing breakfast for all in attendance. Sponsors are given extra time to discuss their business and what they offer throughout the community. Locals, members, and other business owners, etc. are invited to attend. All we ask is that you bring $1.00 and business cards! If you interested in being a sponsor please contact the Chamber for more information. Non-Chamber Members are only $7.00 to attend!

We can't wait to see everyone on Tuesday,
May 7th @ 8:00am!
Date: May 7, 2019
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.desotochamber.org
Location: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dallas South - DeSoto
1310 E Wintergreen Rd
DeSoto, TX 75115

 
Contact: DeSoto Chamber of Commerce 972-224-3565
EMail: coordinator@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, May 7th
8:00am to 9:00am
Fees/Admission: BRING $1 + BUSINESS CARD 
$7 NON- MEMBER

 
May 7    DeSoto Economic Luncheon 2019 - [Special Guest, KOHLER]


Please join the DeSoto Economic Development Corporation and the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce for our quarterly luncheon.
This quarter's luncheon will include a DeSoto economic update from Joe Newman, CEO of the DeSoto Economic Development Corporation.
We will also hear from Jeff McLain, Manager of DC Operations at the Kohler South Central Distribution Center who will share more insight into the history of Kohler and why they chose to join the DeSoto community. 

Agenda
11:00 - Network, Connect, & Grow (Pre-Event Networking Reception)
11:30 - Lunch Served
12:00 - Welcome / Invocation / Announcements
12:15 - Speaker Presentation
12:50 - Door Prizes / Closing Remarks

Sponsorship opportunities are available!! Your earliest commitment will ensure our ability to maximize branding opportunities.
We will gladly customize a package to fit your company's budget and promotional requirements. Contact the Chamber today to secure your package.

Presenting Sponsor: $450
Reserved VIP table for 8 attendees w/ premium seating; sponsor introduces the speaker and the speaker sits at your table. Logo appears on all marketing materials and on digital monitors at the event.

Networking Sponsor: $350
Exclusive branded networking reception before the event, 4 individual tickets, listing in program, announced from podium, social media mention

VIP Sponsor Table: $295 
Reserved VIP Table for 8; logo on Chamber event listing; listed in program; acknowledged from podium.


Basic Reserved Table: $195  
Reserved Table for 8, 
Company acknowledgement on table.

Door Prize Sponsor: $75 
Photo with Winner, Door Prize Recognition on Social Media, Ticket/Meal for one Person. 


Individual Tickets:
    Members (pre-registered):  $20
    Non-Member: $25
    At the Door: $25

 
Date: May 7, 2019
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Unique Visions Upscale Event Center   
510 N. Hampton Rd.
DeSoto, TX 75115
 
Contact: Chamber of Commerce 972-224.3565
EMail: coordinator@destotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, May 7th, 2019
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Individual Tickets:
    Chamber Members (pre-registered)  $20
    Non-Member / Non-registered Member $25

Reserved Tables - see description for details:
   VIP $295
   Basic $195
May 11    Ribbon Cutting - FUBU Mobile

Please join us on Saturday, May 11th at 11:00am, to welcome FUBU Mobile to DeSoto Chamber of Commerce!

The Ribbon Cutting will take place at FUBU Mobile, located at
209 East Pleasant Run Rd, DeSoto, TX 75115.

There will be food, giveaways, entertainment, and fun as you learn more about what FUBU Mobile has to offer!


We hope to see everyone there!

Check out them out at:

https://fubumobile.com/?fbclid=IwAR39jQ7XVqumlcNfo1yOeXOqMRXn3wj8NhBrXPJMvzoDHkclTmTsNJnQE98
Date: May 11, 2019
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://www.desotochamber.org/
Location:
209 East Pleasant Run Rd
DeSoto, TX 75115

 
EMail: coordinator@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 11th
11:00am to 1:00pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
May 14    Ribbon Cutting - IVY Place Residential Care Home

Please join us on Tuesday, May 14th at 12:00pm, to welcome Ivy Place Residential to DeSoto Chamber of Commerce!

The Ribbon Cutting will take place at Ivy Place Residential, located at 601 Ray Avenue, DeSoto, TX 75115.

 
Light Refreshments will be served!

We hope to see everyone there!

Check out them out at:

https://www.facebook.com/ivyplaceresidentialcarehome/
Date: May 14, 2019
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.desotochamber.org/
Location:
601 Ray Avenue
DeSoto, TX 75115

 
EMail: coordinator@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, May 14th
12:00pm to 1:00pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
May 15    Leadership Class Day
On the third Wednesday of the month (Aug thru May), the Class of Leadership Southwest will meet. Topics and locations will vary. The May date is Graduation Ceremony and honoring of Distinguished Alumni of the Year.

Registration is paid before the first day of class and includes a $100 discount for Chamber Members
Date: May 15, 2019
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://leadershipsw.org
Location: Locations vary each month
Contact: Amanda Skinner, Administration
EMail: admin@leadershipsw.org
Date/Time Details: Typically 8 am to 4 pm
May 16    Ribbon Cutting -CBD Lifestyles

Please join us on Thursday, May 16th at 5:00pm, to welcome CBD Lifestyles to DeSoto Chamber of Commerce!

The Ribbon Cutting will take place at CBD Lifestyles located at 921 W. Beltline Rd. Ste 120, DeSoto, TX 75115.

We hope to see everyone there!
18 and up only - ID required

Check out them out at:
https://www.cbdlifestyles.online/
 
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Date: May 16, 2019
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Website: http://www.desotochamber.org/
Location: 921 W. Beltline Rd. Ste 120
DeSoto, TX 75115

 
EMail: coordinator@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, May 16th
5:00pm to 6:00pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
May 21    Chamber Exec Committee
Meeting of the Executive Committee of the Chamber Board. Generally held on the third Tuesday each month in the Chamber Conference Room.
Date: May 21, 2019
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: DeSoto Chamber of Commerce
Conference Room
304 N Hampton Rd
DeSoto, Texas    75115
Contact: Chamber staff: (972) 224-3565
EMail: admin@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tue, March 20, 2018
May 27    EDC Board Meeting
Monthly meeting of the DeSoto Economic Development Corporation's Board of Directors. Agendas can be found on the EDC website

Meetings are generally held on the Fourth Monday each month. If the date falls on a holiday, the meeting is generally occurs one week prior.
Date: May 27, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Website: http://www.dedc.org/board-of-directors/
Location: DeSoto City Hall
Conference Room
211 E. Pleasant Run Rd
DeSoto, TX    75115
 
Contact: Cynthia Noble - Administrative Assistant (972) 230-9611
EMail: cnoble@dedc.org
Date/Time Details: 9 to 11 am
May 28    Chamber Board of Directors
Monthly Board of Directors Meeting

Agenda varies but includes approval of Minutes, review of Financial Reports, discussion of recent and upcoming activities as well as Staff Reports
Date: May 28, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: ZOOM
Contact: Chamber Staff: (972) 224-3565
EMail: admin@desotochamber.org