INTERESTED IN JOINING?
Partnership Lake Houston is proud to offer a number of opportunities for you to get involved in the economic development of our area. Be a part of the change by joining one of our committees.
To sign up, call 281-446-2128 or email chamber@lakehouston.org.
Summer Creek BizCom
Leadership Lake Houston Alumni
Ambassadors Steering Committee
Ambassador Committee
Contact: Tim Baker
Participation Type: Open
Purpose:
- Ambassadors serve as a conduit between Partnership Lake Houston and its existing and new members
- Ambassadors build and strengthen member relations and increase membership retention
Public Affairs Committee
Contact: Erica Johnston
Participation Type: Limited- Voting members appointed by Chair. Open to the member to attend
Purpose:
Our purpose is to influence our elected officials to establish regulations and policies that will improve the ability of a business to compete in the worldwide economy and continue to generate income and jobs that will help to enhance the Lake Houston Area. The issues are raised by the chamber members and evaluated by the Public Affairs Committee with a recommendation to the Board of Directors of Partnership Lake Houston. The committee will evaluate issues only, not candidates for elected office.
Transportation Committee
Contact: Bryan Ruth
Participation Type: Closed- Appointed by Committee Chair
Purpose:
- Improve mobility in the Lake Houston Area
- Educate businesses on projects and solicit feedback
BizCom Steering Committees
Humble BizCom Contact: Connie Chandler
Atascocita BizCom Contact: Dru Guitierrez
Summer Creek BizCom Contact: Duane Johnston
Kingwood BizCom Contact: Connie Chandler
Participation Type: Limited – At Chair’s discretion
Purpose:
- Inform citizens of issues affecting their community in the areas of business and economic development activities, transportation, education, and community development
- Provide a platform for business professionals and citizens to ask questions and seek answers pertaining to community happenings
- Connect businesses, schools, and citizens
- Create an inclusive environment
Seminars Committee
Participation Type: Open
Purpose:
- Inform businesses of new issues and trends and provide access to industry experts
Monthly Membership Luncheon Committee
Contact: Connie Chandler
Participation Type: Open
Purpose:
- To enhance our monthly luncheons by exploring and engaging new speakers to help advance our businesses
Finance Committee
Contact: Erica Johnston
Participation Type: Closed- Approved by Chair
Purpose:
- Oversee the financial well-being of the organization by governing finances, making recommendations, facilitating annual review and audits
Governance Committee
Contact: Betti Welch
Participation Type: Closed- Approved by Chair
Purpose:
- Ensure the organization has in place and is adhering to relevant policy and procedures and bylaws.
Branding Committee
Contact: Ian Adler
Participation Type: Closed- Approved by Chair
Purpose:
- Brand the new partnership between the chamber and EDP
Leadership Lake Houston Steering Committee
Participation Type: Closed- Selected by Steering Committee
Purpose:
- Educate, develop and enhance existing and emerging leaders within Lake Houston
LLH Alumni Steering Committee
Contact: Deborah Rose Miller
Participation Type: Open to Alumni Members
Purpose:
The purpose of the Leadership Lake Houston Alumni is to support the Leadership Lake Houston program and to encourage, develop and promote the leadership potential of its membership through networking, continuing education, and service.
Economic Development Advisory Board
Contact: Jason Stuebe
Participation Type: Closed- Appointed by Board Chair
Purpose:
- Develop and review the strategic direction of the economic development department