Chamber at a GLANCE
Lubbock Chamber of Commerce hosting State of the Texas Tech University System Luncheon on Sept. 29
The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce will host the State of the Texas Tech University System (TTU System) Luncheon on Thursday, Sept. 29. The event, presented by FirstBank & Trust, will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Overton Hotel & Conference Center, 2322 Mac Davis Lane.
“Year after year, the Texas Tech University System and its institutions exceed our expectations in regard to its educational opportunities, athletic programs, and their top-notch faculty and staff,” said FirstBank & Trust President and CEO Greg Garland. “It’s truly a pleasure to present this event for such an important driver for the Lubbock economy. We are proud to live and work in Raiderland.”
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Calendar at a GLANCE
September 2: Transportation Committee - 10:30 a.m., Lubbock Chamber
September 8: Agriculture Committee - 9 a.m., Lubbock Chamber
September 9: Government Relations Committee - 10:30 a.m., Lubbock Chamber
September 12: Lubbock County Commissioners Court - 10 a.m., County Courthouse
September 13: Lubbock City Council - 4 p.m., Citizens Tower
September 29: State of the Texas Tech University System Luncheon - 11:30 a.m., Overton Hotel [More info]
Thank you, George McMahan Development, for supporting the Chamber’s advocacy efforts!
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