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Saturday, September 6, 2025
Take 5 With Tracie featuring Deborah Rose Miller of Deborah Rose Realty Group powered by eXp

I'm Tracie, and in this short episode produced by the Greater EMC Chamber I sat down with Deborah Rose Miller of Deborah Rose Realty Group powered by eXp to talk branding, connection, and what’s happening in real estate right now. Deborah is energetic, intentional about her brand, and optimistic about how creativity and resources will shape the months ahead.

Tracie Kamenoff

Wednesday, August 20, 2025
BNB Spotlight Sponsor - New Caney ISD Athletics

The Greater EMC Chamber's Business Networking Breakfast presented by ServiceMaster TRS featured an energetic Spotlight presentation from New Caney ISD Athletics. In a concise, informative session, district representatives highlighted why local businesses should consider partnering with the school district—particularly through athletic sponsorships—and outlined the many ways companies can get involved to reach thousands of local families while supporting students and staff.

Greater EMC Chamber

Friday, August 15, 2025
Take 5 With Tracie featuring Amanda Boyd of Sensible Strategies Consulting

I'm Tracie Kamenoff with the Greater EMC Chamber, and in this short conversation I sat down with Amanda Boyd of Sensible Strategies Consulting to talk about the one thing every small business needs but too few prioritize: financial clarity. In just five minutes Amanda breaks down how sensible financial planning can keep a small business thriving — from simple budgeting to cash-flow forecasting and smart growth decisions.

Tracie Kamenoff

Friday, August 1, 2025
Take 5 With Tracie: Conversation with Mark Linabury of the Greater EMC Chamber

I recently sat down with our president and CEO, Mark Linabury, for a quick but meaningful episode of Take 5 With Tracie — a Greater EMC Chamber production. In just a few minutes we reflected on Mark’s upcoming six-year anniversary leading the chamber, celebrated the organization’s growth, and discussed the challenges and opportunities facing our business community. Below I’ve captured the highlights, key quotes, and ways you can get involved.

Tracie Kamenoff

Wednesday, July 16, 2025
BNB Spotlight Sponsor - Tachus Fiber Internet

This post summarizes a presentation produced by the Greater EMC Chamber at the Business Networking Breakfast presented by ServiceMaster TRS. Dennis Castillo, senior director of sales at Tachus Fiber Internet, outlines why Tachus built a local, no-nonsense fiber network and how its business-focused services are designed to remove connectivity headaches for area companies.

Greater EMC Chamber

Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Take 5 With Tracie: Grayson Gerloff of Kenneth's Car Care

On this episode of Take Five with Tracie I sat down with Grayson Gerloff, the general manager of Kenneth's Car Care, to learn how a nearly 50-year-old, locally owned auto shop stays relevant, serves its community, and puts people first. In five minutes we covered what they do, where they are, how they communicate with customers, and why giving back matters to the business.

Tracie Kamenoff

Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Take 5 With Tracie featuring Stephanie Harris of Lifestyle Wellness Center

In this episode of Take 5 With Tracie, produced by the Greater EMC Chamber, I sit down with Stephanie Harris, founder of Lifestyle — a wellness studio in Kingwood that blends science, beauty and nutrition to help clients look and feel their best. What began as Stephanie’s personal journey has become a full-service studio offering noninvasive body and skin treatments, nutritional support and an in-store wellness boutique.

Tracie Kamenoff

Wednesday, June 18, 2025
BNB Spotlight Sponsor - Inspire ND

At the Greater EMC Chamber's Business Networking Breakfast presented by ServiceMaster TRS at Highland Pines Golf Club, Jennifer Dantzler — founder and executive director of Inspire ND (formerly Including Kids) — shared a compelling message about shifting the way communities respond to autism and neurodiversity.

Greater EMC Chamber

Sunday, June 15, 2025
Take 5 With Tracie featuring Brian Garcia of Entergy Texas

I'm Tracie Kamenoff, host of Take Five with Tracie, presented by Community Impact. I recently sat down with Brian Garcia, Region Manager for Central Regional Customer Service at Entergy Texas, to talk about the rapid growth in East Montgomery County, how Entergy is preparing its infrastructure, and why community partnerships—especially with the Chamber—are so important.

Tracie Kamenoff

Monday, June 2, 2025
Take 5 With Tracie featuring Dora Betancourt of Texas Mounted Patrol Security

I'm Tracie Kamenoff, and in this short conversation presented by Community Impact I sat down with Dora Betancourt of Texas Mounted Patrol Security to hear how a horseback-based private security company came to be — and the challenges and encouragement that shaped that journey.

Tracie Kamenoff

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