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VanTran Transformers to Expand in Waco, Texas
VanTran Transformers, a leading manufacturer of oil filled transformers will expand manufacturing capabilities in Waco, Texas. VanTran, who has operated in Waco since 1974, was recently acquired by MGM Transformers, headquartered in California and operating since 1974. Following this acquisition, the company has embarked on a large expansion in Waco including an additional 430,000 square-foot…
Read MoreTexas Mutual Insurance Company awards $55,000 in grant funding to Waco Chamber Community Development Foundation to support workforce development
Texas Mutual Insurance Company, one of the state’s leading providers of workers’ compensation insurance, recently announced the recipients in the second round of its 2024 request for proposal initiative. The company has awarded more than $4.5 million to nearly 70 organizations across the state to support their efforts in workforce development and safety training, including…
Read MoreElectrolit Brings Manufacturing to the U.S. with $400M State-of-the-Art Facility in Waco, TX
As demand for Electrolit, the sports drink brand ranked among the top five in the U.S., rises, it reveals plans for its first-ever production site in the U.S., creating more than 200 jobs. Electrolit –– the preferred, premium hydration beverage crafted with pharmaceutical grade ingredients –– reveals its plans to construct a $400 million state-of-the-art…
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2024 ATHENA Leadership Award Finalists
The Greater Waco Chamber is pleased to announce the 2024 ATHENA Leadership Award Finalists. These five women exemplify the qualities ATHENA International and the Leading Waco Women Series strive to highlight. Our finalists will be recognized during the upcoming Leading Waco Women Serving Summit on Thursday, Nov. 21 at the AC Hotel by Marriott Waco.…
Read MoreGreater Waco Chamber Announces 2024 ATHENA Leadership Award Nominees
Each summer, the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce collects nominations for the ATHENA Leadership Award, which is presented at the Leading Waco Women Serving Summit. The ATHENA Leadership Award is presented to an exceptional leader who has achieved excellence in their business or profession, has served the community in a meaningful way and has assisted…
Read MoreGreater Waco Chamber Introduces Leadership Waco Class XLI
Leadership Waco, with presenting sponsor Pattillo, Brown & Hill, LLP, is a Greater Waco Chamber program that offers structured learning opportunities in an atmosphere that stimulates creative thinking and encourages participants to work together to utilize both new and proven tools to meet the challenges of today and to prepare for tomorrow. Class XLI includes…
Read MoreEFC Gases & Advanced Materials Announce $210 Million Investment in Semiconductor Industry in McGregor, Texas
EFC Gases & Advanced Materials is thrilled to unveil plans for a cutting-edge manufacturing facility in McGregor, Texas, following the recent acquisition of 195 acres of land from the City of McGregor. This landmark development underscores our dedication to innovation, sustainability, and growth within the semiconductor supply chain. “As an integral part of the semiconductor…
Read More2024 Waco Under 40 Honorees Announced
The Greater Waco Chamber is proud to announce the 2024 Waco Under 40 Honorees! Honorees are: These individuals will be recognized at the Waco Under 40 Celebration scheduled for Thursday, November 7 at 5 p.m. at Bird Kultgen Ford. The Waco Under 40 program’s mission is: The entire community is invited to join us in…
Read MoreMore than 40 Leaders Nominated for Waco Under 40
The Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the Waco Under 40 nominees! Waco Under 40 is a rare opportunity for the best and brightest from a diverse group of professions and causes to gather and receive much-deserved recognition. The program recognizes rising young leaders who have distinguished themselves in their careers and…
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