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3RD THURSDAY BREAKFAST - COMMUNITY & CONNECTIONS 
📆 Thursday, November 20, 2025  |  8AM - 9:30AM
📍 Cadillac Bar  |  1802 Shepherd Drive, Houston
🌟 Sponsored by Texas Business Leader Alliance
Join us for an inspiring morning of community, connections, and insights at the 3rd Thursday Breakfast!
This month, we have some wonderful special guest speakers. Plus, we'll be collecting donations for the Chamber Holiday Food & Supply Drive benefiting Chamber nonprofit member, Tony's Place, and supporting LGBTQ+ unhoused youth. Make your plans to join us!
CONNECT.ENGAGE.GROW.
Every third Thursday, you’ll find us at Cadillac Bar for one of our most popular networking events—3rd Thursday Breakfast: Community & Connections!
👉 Register TODAY!



SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER
 Chris Tomlinson
Chris TomlinsonBusiness Columnist
Houston Chronicle/San Antonio Express-News
We’re honored to welcome acclaimed journalist and New York Times bestselling author Chris Tomlinson as our special guest speaker. A longtime columnist for the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News, Chris brings decades of global and political reporting experience—plus a keen understanding of how policy, business, and civil rights intersect in Texas.  With over 30 years of reporting experience—including time as a foreign correspondent in more than 30 countries—Chris brings a powerful global and local perspective to his work.
In what’s sure to be a powerful and timely discussion, Chris will explore the urgent need to defend civil rights and the dangers of silence—especially from the business community—in the face of growing social and political threats. His message is especially relevant in a business-driven city and state like ours, where economic influence and civic leadership often go hand in hand. If you care about the future of our communities and the role of business in shaping that future, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
🌟 Make meaningful connections. Gain valuable insights. Be part of the fantastic monthly event. Register to attend NOW!

Online registration closes at noon on Wednesday, November 19.
This event continues to break attendance records! We'd love for you to be part of it! Come connect with community and feel the magic in the room!
🛍️ This Month’s 3rd Thursday Breakfast is a Drive Drop-Off Location!
Bring your donations and start your day with purpose! The breakfast is a designated drop-off site for the 2025 Chamber Holiday Food & Supply Drive benefiting Tony’s Place, supporting LGBTQ+ unhoused youth.

Help us stock the bins with non-perishable food, personal care items, and winter essentials. Let’s turn community connection into meaningful impact. 💜👉 Learn more about the Drive.
👉 Space is limited and this event always sells out—register today to secure your seat! This breakfast fills up quickly!
Join us for intentional networking, meaningful conversations, and a vibrant celebration of community. 
With 100-150+ attendees, it's a fantastic opportunity to connect with business owners, professionals, and community leaders while exploring timely and impactful topics.

Online registration closes at noon on Wednesday, November 19.
🌟 THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSOR! 🌟
Thank you to Texas Business Leader Alliance for sponsoring the 3rd Thursday Breakfast.
About Texas Business Leader Alliance
The Texas Business Leader Alliance is a collaborative for business leaders to actively shape our state's economic future through civic engagement. Learn more about the firm at txbizleadersalliance.org.  
🎟️ SECURE YOUR SPOT
The event fills up fast - register today to reserve your seat!
Chamber Members - Early Bird (thru November 12): $20; Regular: $25; On-site: $30 
LAMBDA NextGen Members - $25 
Guests - Early Bird (thru November 12): $25; Regular: $30; On-site: $35

Online registration closes at noon on Wednesday, November 19.


                 
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND...
Whether you're:
✅ Business owners eager to connect with potential customers and grow their network
✅ Professionals seeking to meet like-minded colleagues and expand their connections
✅ Nonprofit members ready to share their mission and collaborate with others
✅ Community leaders and members looking to build meaningful connections
✅ Anyone who enjoys great company, engaging conversations, and networking opportunities
YOU belong at the table!
🎟️ This is a great opportunity to bring a guest or introduce someone to the Chamber community. Don’t forget your business cards (but not required)!
✨ FEATURED MEMBER SHOWCASE
We are thrilled to feature the following members at the 3rd Thursday Breakfast this month. Stop by and say hello and learn more about these members!
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
🎁 THANK YOU TO OUR DOOR PRIZE SPONSORS THIS MONTH!
 
 
 
  
  
 
📢 SPONSOR A 3RD THURSDAY BREAKFAST
Want to spotlight your business or organization at one of the Chamber’s hottest events? 
Our 3rd Thursday Breakfast typically draws 100-150+ attendees monthly and is a premier sponsorship opportunity. Get in front of a vibrant, engaged audience and show your support for the LGBTQ+ community.
We've been breaking attendance records for this event in 2025! This is a great event to showcase your organization or company!
Sponsorship benefits include:
- Valuable brand visibility
- Direct engagement with attendees
- Support of the Chamber’s mission
📌 Featured Member Sponsorships with tabling opportunities also available.
👉 Don’t miss out—become a sponsor today! 

 
        
Special thanks to Cadillac Bar for hosting our monthly 3rd Thursday Breakfast!
 
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