Allen Fairview's Economic Buzz
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In today's episode, Kyle Jacobson welcomes Tonya Walker to discuss the latest developments that keep our neighborhoods thriving. Tanya shares her unique perspective on her journey from a new resident and chamber member to a volunteer leader, and discusses her passion for community involvement, the chamber's ongoing initiatives, and her exhilarating hobby of drag racing. From the chamber's impactful work with local organizations like Allen Economic Development Corporation to the buzzing excitement surrounding new developments like Kalahari, you'll get an insider's view of ambitious goals...
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How To Successfully Navigate the Current Real Estate Market
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Welcome to another episode of the Allen Fairview Insider, where our host, Joe Boggs, welcomes Realtor Tanya Walker from the Walker Real Estate Group. They deep dive into the local real estate market and include how to optimize credit scores to understand the nuances of buying and selling homes. Tanya shares her rich experiences and highlights the importance of teamwork and trusted partnerships in real estate transactions. Discover valuable insights on financial planning, the significance of having a dedicated team of experts, and some strategic tips for both new and seasoned homebuyers....
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Texas Legislative Priorities: Economy, Infrastructure, and Public Education
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Today's episode of the Allen Fairview Insider is a special one as we're giving you an inside look into the "Eggs and Issues" event hosted by the Allen Fairview Chamber on December 3rd. In this episode, you'll hear from three key local leaders—Jeff Leach, Mihaela Plesa, and Candy Noble—who came together to share their priorities and insights as we head into the 89th legislative session. Sponsored by Linebarger Attorneys at Law, MD 7 and the Fairview Economic Development Corporation, this event dove into critical topics such as education funding, mental health care, water security,...
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Spreading Kindness: How Lolo Roberts Supports Seniors, Single Moms, and More
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Welcome to another inspiring episode of Allen Fairview Insider, plus it's the debut of our new host, Kimbra Quinn. Today, Kimbra has a heartwarming conversation with LoLo Roberts. You’ll hear about LoLo's profound journey from a personal tragedy to founding the nonprofit Grateful Gratitude, aimed at assisting victims of violent crimes, single mothers, the homeless, and food-insecure seniors. You'll learn how a simple hand-carved heart sparked a movement of generosity and gratitude in her community. LoLo’s incredible story involves not just distributing "gratitude hearts," but also...
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Exploring Allen ISD's $447 Million Bond Proposal: Key Projects and Tax Implications
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It's getting close to voting day, and one of the biggest items on the ballot in Allen is the bond election for Allen ISD. We're driving deep into what this bond means for residents, and offering some more information empowering voters to feel comfortable with their selection. Joining this discussion are two experts deeply entrenched in the workings of Allen ISD: Dr. Robin Bullock, Superintendent of Allen ISD, and Brian Carter, the Chief Financial Officer for Allen ISD. Our guest host, Matt helps unpack the $447 million bond proposal, which is designed to improve our schools and community...
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Welcome Back to the Allen Fairview Insider
Allen Fairview Insider
Welcome back to the Allen Fairview Insider, the podcast where we dive into the vibrant heart of our community. Today's episode marks an exciting chapter in our journey as we reimagine and relaunch the show to be more inclusive and engaging than ever. Super Dave Quinn and special host, Erin Gregor, talk about all of the new changes and what you can expect from this podcast. In this special episode, we'll explore the podcast's evolution, honor the foundational work of the late Mark Friedman, and discuss our mission to provide valuable insights to all residents and business owners in Allen...
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Empowering Students Through Community Involvement
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Today's episode is hosted by Joe Boggs, who welcomes special guest, Cassandra Pesina, an enthusiastic educator involved in a groundbreaking externship program. This initiative partners local businesses with school districts like Allen ISD to provide teachers with invaluable real-world education that they can share with their students. Cassandra shares her experience helping to bring this program to life and the impact she already sees with her students. In this episode, we'll delve into Cassandra’s eye-opening journey as she connects academic lessons with real-life applications, aiming to...
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Organizing with Jen -- Allen Home Organizers
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It’s not easy trying to squeeze in time to organize your home or office. Time moves quickly, life happens and your piles keep growing. Your office can get covered up, the kitchen becomes a wreck, and your closets burst at the seams. 945-260-8552
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Simplifying Your Life with Maid in Texas
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Friedo and Lidiya Dunn of talk about simplifying your life through "Minimalism"
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More Recognition for The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce--Sharon Mayor
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The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce has had plenty to be proud of over the last couple of years: --Earning a 5 Star Accredidation --Having a Nationally Recognized Membership Director in Saundra Midkiff --And now, CEO Sharon Mayer is a Certified Chamber Executive In this episode, Sharon discusses her journey into earning this title. A journey that has taken plenty of work and some twists and turns. The is a non-profit association that strives to be an indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses
info_outlineIn today's episode, Kyle Jacobson welcomes Tonya Walker to discuss the latest developments that keep our neighborhoods thriving. Tanya shares her unique perspective on her journey from a new resident and chamber member to a volunteer leader, and discusses her passion for community involvement, the chamber's ongoing initiatives, and her exhilarating hobby of drag racing.
From the chamber's impactful work with local organizations like Allen Economic Development Corporation to the buzzing excitement surrounding new developments like Kalahari, you'll get an insider's view of ambitious goals and aspirations for the year ahead.
Key Topics Discussed:
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Tanya Walker's role as 2025 board chair and her introduction
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Tanya's unique hobby of car drag racing
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Tanya's community involvement and volunteer work
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Insights on the Allen Fairview Chamber's activities in 2025
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The Kalahari resort project and its significance
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Tanya's goals and vision for her term as board chair
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Ways to connect and engage with the Allen Fairview Chamber
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Tanya's business, The Walker Group, and her contact information