July Business Briefs

i5 web works Designs New Websites for Pieter Andries and Grapevine Chamber

i5 web works (www.i5ww.com), a Southlake-based website development and Internet marketing company, has been selected to design new websites for Pieter Andries, Creators of Fine Jewelry, in Southlake and the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce. i5 web works will also provide search engine optimization and social media services for Pieter Andries.

According to RaDonna Hessel, president of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce, i5 web works was chosen after an extensive RFP and interview process.

“For over a year, the Technology Committee of the Grapevine Chamber considered various proposals for the creation of a new website to serve the business investors of the Chamber as well as the Grapevine Community,” explained Hessel. “The ultimate selection of i5 web works was based on a complete package – which included pricing, experience, examples of work and the ability to create a unique final product.”

Gardner Institute Announces Fall Business Coach Training Program

The Gardner Institute will host its 10^th Mindset for Success training program this fall, beginning August 18. The three-month training program will equip individuals with the fundamental skills and tools needed to launch a successful business coaching practice. Applications to enroll in the Fall training program are available at www.gardnerinstitute.com. For additional information, contact The Gardner Institute at 817-416-9400.

Spine Team Texas Adds Orthopedic Spine Surgeon and Physiatrist

Spine Team Texas (www.spineteamtexas.com), a nationally accredited back and neck care center serving the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex with locations in Southlake, Rockwall, Bedford, Arlington and Mansfield, announces the addition of two medical professionals to its staff: Leonard K. Kibuule, M.D., a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon, and Jennifer L. Donnelly, M.D.,  an Emory University-educated physiatrist.

“Dr. Kibuule and Dr. Donnelly are welcome additions to our team and exemplify our commitment to hire experts in spine disorders and offer the most advanced minimally invasive treatments and rehabilitation methods,” states Mark Hood, CEO of Spine Team Texas, noting this increases the organization’s staff to 127. “In addition, Dr. Kibuule and Dr. Donnelly will help us serve patients in our new facilities in Bedford, Arlington and Mansfield.”

Central Market Announces 15^th Annual Hatch Chile Festival

Bring on the heat! Central Market’s 15^th Annual Hatch Chile Festival will take place August 18-31 at all Central Market locations. Central Market chefs are “hatchifying” everything they can get their hands on from crab cakes and sausages to salsas and scones. Stop by the Southlake location during these two weeks to get freshly roasted chiles and taste some of our own mouthwatering Hatch creations.

As part of the celebration, the No-Holds-Barred Hatch Chile Recipe Contest is back! The online contest runs August 4 – 29 and there is no limit to the number of recipes you can enter. Don’t cook? Enter the sweepstakes to be chosen at a Hatch judge of the Hatch Cook-off. You don’t need talent, only tastebuds! Enter online at www.centralmarket.com.

Sponsorships Available for Southlake Oktoberfest 2010

The Southlake Chamber of Commerce is seeking corporate sponsors for this year’s Oktoberfest, October 1-3 in Southlake Town Square. The popular three-day festival draws more than 50,000 people from throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and is an excellent marketing opportunity. In addition to the popular Weiner Dog Race and traditional favorites, this year’s Oktoberfest will feature a NEW German beer garden and live, professional entertainment including Jeff Allen, Le Freak and Professor D. Sponsorship opportunities range from $500 – $25,000. For more information, go to www.southlakechamber.com.

Southlake Executive Forum Hosts U.S. Congressman Kenny Marchant

Southlake Executive Forum (SEF) welcomes U.S. Congressman Kenny Marchant (R – TX) as the guest speaker at its August 19 meeting. Congressman Marchant – who represents Texas’ 24^th Congressional district, which includes much of Southlake – will provide a briefing on recent happenings in Washington. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. and the program begins at 8:00 a.m. There is no charge for SEF members and guests are $20 per person. For more information, go to www.southlakeexecutiveforum.com.