Southlake Chamber of Commerce

Southlake Chamber Spotlight: Meet the Pillars
Southlake Chamber Board of Directors

Karl Chester grew up in New York City and moved to Texas almost 10 years ago. He is a Vice President Commercial Lender in Southlake, helping small to large businesses secure loans for different types businesses and properties. He has over 16 years’ experience in the banking and finance industry.

Karl and his wife are deeply committed to their family, with two young children in the Carroll Independent School District. Karl serves on the Board of the Carroll Education Foundation. Karl has served on the Southlake Chamber of Commerce Board for 5 years and recently just finished his term as Chairman.

Karl also serves on the Board of the Association of Chinese Americans Southlake Texas (ACAST). He also recently joined as an Advisory Board member for the Southlake Foundation.
He is an active member of the community and gives back his time by volunteering with different non-profit organizations. He also helps organize community events in Southlake that brings together the residents and local businesses.

Southlake Chamber Spotlight: Meet the Pillars
Southlake Chamber Board of Directors

Paul Alwine, Financial Advisor.

With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, I partner with my clients to help them make sense of investing and achieve their financial goals and dreams.
I became a Financial Advisor to help folks attain the retirement they envision. We all have a unique image of what we hope retirement to be. My parents lived paycheck to paycheck and did not properly plan for their retirement. As a result, they're not living the retirement they'd hoped or dreamed. It doesn't have to be this way.
My first priority is to know you and to understand your needs, wants and wishes. Many folks who seek me out want to be financially organized. They want to feel understood, informed and in control. Through job changes, marriage, adoptions, births and deaths, I work with my clients to ensure that their investment strategy and financial strategy continues to be tailored to their specific needs. Life is dynamic and your strategies need to be as well.
In addition to acquiring the Series 7,63 & 65 licenses, I also hold the ChFC®, RICP® and CLU® designations.

I’m a Board Member for the Southlake Chamber of Commerce, the Carroll Education Foundation and The Taste of Southlake.

My family and I reside in Southlake, Texas. My wife, Cynthia, and I were married in 2002 and we adopted our beloved son, JD, in 2015. We enjoy traveling and spending time as a family.

We would like to welcome our newest member, Rapid Restoration Texas. We are glad you have joined us! https://www.rapidrestorationtx.net/

Please join us
Thank you to HarborChase of Southlake for hosting the August Business Exchange.
Great networking, food & drinks at no charge, but please click here to RSVP:
https://www.southlakechamber.com/events/details/business-exchange-08-08-2024-20498

It was a pleasure welcoming Alliance Vision Institute to the Southlake Chamber of Commerce and to Southlake! The turnout was great, the food was delicious, and the building was beautiful! It was great meeting Dr. Strange and his team and learning more about what he does.
https://allianceeyes.com/?utm_source=google+my+business&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=alliance+vision+institute

Southlake Chamber Spotlight: Meet the Pillars

Southlake Chamber Board of Directors

Shawn McCaskill has volunteered on Southlake City Council since 2015, and currently serves as the Mayor of Southlake. Shawn and Laura moved to Southlake over 20 years ago, and are the proud parents of 4 Dragons: Joe, Maddie, Caroline and Jack. Shawn is an attorney and the Managing Shareholder at the law firm of Godwin Bowman PC in Dallas, and Shawn is Board Certified in Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. The McCaskill Family are members at White Chapel Methodist Church in Southlake.

Southlake Chamber Spotlight: Meet the Pillars

Southlake Chamber Board of Directors

Paul Barham
Chief Executive Officer
Harrell Hospitality Group, LLC
Paul was born and raised in England and was trained as a Chartered Accountant (CPA), until he left England in search of adventure!
He made a career move into the hotel business, and after a couple of years working in hotels in Jamaica, Bahamas and Dominican Republic, found his way to the Dallas area, where he was an early employee of Wyndham hotels.
In 1989 he started his own management company, Harrell Hospitality Group, now in its 35th year.
Along the way he moved to Southlake (in 1985) and married his wife of 34 years, Lisa. They have 3 sons affectionately called the Triple Towers, twins Alex (the little guy at 6’3”) and Taylor (6’7”) and their younger brother Christian (also 6’7”). All 3 were proud Dragons.
Paul’s firm is the operating partner of 5 hotels in Texas, including The Westin Southlake, the Tremont House in Galveston and the new AC hotel in Waco Texas, immediately next to the Silos. The firm also operates 2 hotels in California.
Paul and Lisa are actively involved in their church, Whites Chapel, love to travel, give back to the community and help others less fortunate. Paul appreciates nice cars.
He is particularly excited about contributing to Southlake’s continued success.

Southlake Chamber Spotlight: Meet the Pillars

Southlake Chamber Board of Directors

Benson P. Chacko, FACHE
President
Methodist Southlake Medical Center
Born and raised in D/FW, Benson’s healthcare career spans over two decades serving in strong healthcare systems across the United States. Throughout his career he’s gained experience in various areas to include human resources, ambulatory care, business development & strategy, physician relations and hospital operations. Currently, he serves as President of Methodist Southlake Medical Center where he provides executive leadership for the hospital, collaboratively implements strategies, and efficiently manages hospital operations to maximize quality. Methodist Southlake is a 54-bed acute care hospital and transitioned to Methodist Health System in June of 2021. Since joining in November 2021, Benson and his team converted the hospital from a JV surgical hospital to Southlake’s only non-profit acute care hospital serving Northeast Tarrant County. Under his leadership, the hospital built a medical staff adding over 75 physicians from various specialties to meet the community need. While the hospital rapidly grows to add new services, patient satisfaction continues to remain in the top decile performance leading Methodist Health System and the region. Through his executive leadership, he ensures the delivery of high quality care while maintaining efficient operations. Benson’s passion for the Methodist mission is paramount and with his growth oriented style is committed to becoming the provider of choice in the community.

Please join me in welcoming, Volstead Southlake, to the Southlake Chamber of Commerce!
https://volsteadsouthlake.com/

Driving around in Southlake, you have probably seen Bob Jones’ name in many iconic city locations. Now, you can see his name at the Witte Museum in San Antonio! With the help of the Southlake Historical Society’s research, Bob Jones was recently added to the Witte’s ‘Black Cowboys: An American Story’ exhibit. Learn how the Jones Family story has made it's way through Texas. https://bit.ly/4d31Hp8 Southlake Historical Society, Inc., Southlake, Texas Witte Museum

Join us!
Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening - Alliance Vision Institute
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Grand Opening from 4-7:00 PM
171 W. Southlake Blvd.
Bldg. 5 Ste 140
Southlake, TX 76092

Register now for the July luncheon with Mayor Shawn McCaskill.
https://www.southlakechamber.com/events/details/monthly-luncheon-07-25-2024-16782
Thank you to Texas Regional Bank for sponsoring the luncheon.

Please join me in welcoming, Texas Blonde Society, to the Southlake Chamber of Commerce!
https://www.texasblondesociety.com/

August Business Exchange
Great networking, food & drinks!
HarborChase of Southlake
Thursday, August 8
4:30-6:30 PM
There is no charge to attend, but please RSVP:
https://www.southlakechamber.com/events/details/business-exchange-08-08-2024-20498

Click here to register: https://www.southlakechamber.com/events/details/southlake-business-development-group-08-01-2024-15412

Please join me in welcoming, Tarrant County College, to the Southlake Chamber of Commerce!
https://www.tccd.edu/

Weekly update!

Southlake Chamber Weekly Update THE PREEMINENT RESOURCE FOR BUSINESS JULY LUNCHEON-CITY UPDATE WITH MAYOR SHAWN MCCASKILL REGISTER NOW! AUGUST PRAYER BREAKFAST sponsored by Randy White Real Estate Services No charge for breakfast,

Our July Business Exchange was hosted by Vic McLane - State Farm Insurance Agent, and he did not disappoint. It might have been hot outside, but Mi Cocina had cool drinks and delicious food for all! There were so many new and familiar faces. Thank you to everyone who came out!
https://www.vicmclane.com/?cmpid=le2b_blm_0001

Congratulations to the Original ChopShop, on their Ribbon Cutting! Thank you to everyone who came out to welcome them to Southlake and to the Southlake Chamber of Commerce! If you're looking for a place with healthy and delicious food, this is it!
https://originalchopshop.com/

Please join me in welcoming The Tox, to the Southlake Chamber of Commerce!
https://www.thetoxtechnique.com/locations

Join us tomorrow afternoon at Vic McLane - State Farm Insurance Agent.

Ribbon Cutting for the Original ChopShop
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
2101 E. Southlake Blvd.
Ste 100
Southlake, TX 76092

Thank you to everyone who attended the Relationship Networking Group this morning. The turnout was fantastic and Robert Tyson is going to do a great job leading this group. Thank you to Hilton Southlake Town Square for hosting and providing a delicious breakfast for everyone.

Guess who's coming to Oktoberfest Southlake?
Saturday night, October 12th, bring your family and friends to hear the The Spazmatics!
FREE ADMISSION, FREE PARKING, LOTS OF FUN!
Great food & drinks, entertainment all weekend, kids zone, petting zoo, arts and craft vendors and much more! We can't wait to see you all!

It's right around the corner - FAT TUESDAY BINGO, FEBRUARY 13th at The Marq Southlake presented by Neighbor Interiors!
Gather up your friends, celebrate Galentine's & Fat Tuesday all rolled up in one exciting party!
Guys, this is a great event to bring out your girl and have some fun! Featuring the Unfaded Brass Band, great food, drinks and PRIZES! $750 Grand Prize sponsored by Bill Tait - State Farm Insurance Agent, Tiffany Necklace sponsored by Kumbi Moretta, Leap Fitness, Designer Handbag sponsored byFunmi Akintade Fadayomi Akintade, Acclaim Homecare Svc., LLC , Tecova gift card sponsored by Mimi Tran, Texas Regional Bank. Scott McCauley, will be the BINGO CALLER again this year sponsored by Physical Therapy And Wellness. He will keep us all laughing! Thank you to all of our sponsors:
AC Pros, Godwin Bowman PC, Top Shelf Tending, FiberFirst, Village Professional Painting, Origin Bank , Southlake Travel, Metroplex Headshots, and CKMC Enterprises,
Purchase your tickets today: https://www.southlakechamber.com/events/details/fat-tuesday-bingo-night-presented-by-neighbor-interiors-22117

Weekly update!

Southlake Chamber Weekly Update THE PREEMINENT RESOURCE FOR BUSINESS Limited seating, register now! Tomorrow- Tuesday, January 9th. Visit our Website This Thursday! RSVP now! SOUTHLAKE RELATIONSHIP NETWORKING GROUP Next meeting- Th

Welcome to the Southlake Chamber Bahama Buck's Roanoke! We are happy to have you!

Join us tomorrow morning for a hot breakfast, coffee and prayer at Methodist Southlake Medical Center sponsored by Fletcher Consulting Public Relations. There is no charge to attend, but please RSVP to: https://www.southlakechamber.com/events/details/community-prayer-breakfast-22581