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DeSoto ISD to Host Student Job Fair at DeSoto High School

The DeSoto Independent School District is getting ready to host a student job fair at DeSoto High School to help prepare students for the real world. The job fair will take place on May 2 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and lists a host of job opportunities for students to apply to. Ahead of the event, district teachers and leaders are working with students to help equip them with job readiness skills, including interview preparation and resume development. The job fair aims to connect students with employment opportunities in three distinct capacities such as summer employment, longer-term employment, and post-graduation opportunities.


Source: The DeSoto Tribune
Published: Apri 16, 2024
Author: Joshua Carter
Photograph: A Owen

DDC's Spring Franchise Interest Meeting

Last week, the DeSoto Development Corporation hosted their Spring Franchise Interest Meeting where local serial franchisees from Smoothie King and Marco's Pizza showcased their journey and remarkable success stories, highlighting the DeSoto’s promising potential! A massive thank you to our consultants, attorneys, and franchise recruiters for their invaluable expertise in navigating this exciting journey and sharing insightful guidance for those pursuing these entrepreneurial endeavors. Carlos White, Sara Waskow, Jonathan Massey. Thanks to Texas Capital Bank and the Small Business Administration (SBA) for sharing key information on accessing capital opportunities to fund these franchise dreams.

DeSoto Names Three Finalists in Search for New City Manager

Candidates To Take Part In City Hall Public Meet & Greet Thursday PM. The DeSoto City Council has announced the selection of three finalists to serve as DeSoto’s next City Manager and is inviting residents to come to City Hall on Thursday evening for an informal meet and greet with the candidates. “The person that we select as City Manager will lead DeSoto for several years and guide projects and policies that will shape our city and impact residents for decades to come, so my City Council colleagues and I have worked very closely with our recruitment firm, Government Professional Solutions, to make sure that we were going to pursue the absolute best possible candidates,” said DeSoto Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. “We are excited to welcome our three City Manager finalists to City Hall on Thursday evening, and are inviting residents to stop by or tune in so that they can meet them.”

 

From the Chairperson's Desk

Eugene Walker

Let me start out by expressing my gratitude to each and every member. Your continued support of and patience with us during these times of transition constantly remind us of the caliber of business leaders we serve. You are the reason we work so hard to create a Chamber of Commerce that is the envy of Chambers everywhere.

Your support is needed now more than ever. We are taking a look at our operations and evaluating whether or not they are meeting your needs. We don't want to assume how you feel, we need to hear from you. Over the next two months, we will conduct an online survey to get your feedback. Please participate.

In addition, our Ambassadors will be calling on you for a visit. Along with getting face-to-face feedback, we want to make sure you are accessing all of the features your membership provides. They can help you with that.

But, you don't have to wait for us to tell us what you think about the work we are doing. If you have critiques or praises, we want to hear them. Send us an email at president@desotoareachamber.org. Your voice matters to us.

We cherish your continued support and commitment to this Chamber.

Yours in service,
Eugene Walker
Chairperson, Board of Directors

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