From
the Chairman. . .
The Terrell Chamber of Commerce/CVB
is excited about what lies ahead for the Terrell community
in 2008. Over the years the community, Chamber/CVB and
the Terrell Economic Development Corporation have worked
together to make Terrell the place to live, work, shop
and have fun.
The Terrell Chamber is an independent group of over 500
members including small business, large industry and individuals
who feel working together for the economic good of Terrell
is in everyone’s best interest. Our talented and
devoted staff, working together with our members, has
been successful making Terrell the community of choice.
Our Tourism Division, under the direction of Sarah Kegerreis,
continues to market Terrell. Events such as the Terrell
Heritage Jubilee, 4th of July celebration and fireworks
show, Christmas Parade and the Annual Christmas Lighted
Drive continue to bring visitors to our community. These
visitors shop in our stores, eat in our restaurants and
sleep in our hotels. In addition, working with the Terrell
Heritage Society and museums the Tourism Division continues
to seek ways to attract visitors and potential citizens
to our community.
The economic outlook for Terrell is phenomenal. The Chamber
continues to work with the Terrell Economic Development
Corporation to attract more business to our great community.
The city’s growing and with this growth comes many
opportunities. The Chamber of Commerce will play a vital
role in the future growth of this community. What role
will you play in the future growth of our community? Will
you commit to cooperation and partnerships to make good
things happen in your community?
Let me just personally say it is a blessing to live and
work in Terrell. Being a part of this Chamber over the
years has provided me with memorable experiences and long
lasting friendships. Terrell is a wonderful community
to raise a family. I encourage you to get involved with
the Chamber. You too will experience joys beyond your
comprehension.
Volunteerism is the key to success in any organization,
and the Terrell Chamber of Commerce/CVB is no different.
I would encourage you to visit the Chamber office, get
acquainted with the staff and find out how you could benefit
from being a volunteer in this great community. Growth
will bring many changes and new people. Our job at the
Terrell Chamber, along with our member volunteers, will
be to show these new people that “small town atmosphere”
hospitality. Located in this great country in the wonderful
state of Texas is Terrell, the “City of Tomorrow
with the Charm of Yesterday”.
We look forward to a wonderful year. Thank you for being
a big part of this community and the Terrell Chamber of
Commerce/CVB.
Chairman
Wayne Babovec
