About the Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce

The Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce is an independent non-profit organization, devoted to the growth and retention of businesses in the Lake Cities area.

The Lake Cities is strategically located on the I-35E corridor between Denton and Dallas along the shores of Lake Lewisville. New business openings and the development of residential neighborhoods create a strong economic base. The Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce is truly a unique organization designed to strengthen and expand the income potential of all businesses within these four dynamic cities: Corinth, Hickory Creek, Lake Dallas, and Shady Shores.

Together these four communities produce the perfect combination of a small-town atmosphere with easy access to all that the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex has to offer. In the Lake Cities you’ll find great places to dine, shop, work, play, live and relax. Whether it is spending time on the lake, eating at a restaurant where you know the owners by name, or owning a business where you truly get to know your customers, you can have it all in the Lake Cities! The Lake Cities offers its business owners the best of both worlds: a progressive and strategic business location within a small, comfortable, hometown setting.

Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce | Annual Event

Mission Statement

The Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce welcomes, promotes, and supports area businesses that are committed to enhancing the quality of life in the Lake Cities area.

Vision Statement

The Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce’s vision is to work together as a community of businesses and residents whose goal is to serve as the stewards of positive future growth while maintaining the unique traditions and personalities of the Lake Cities and surrounding areas.

Our History

Lake Dallas ISD Community Breakfast

The Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce was started in 1972 at a time when the Lake Cities, made up of Corinth, Hickory Creek, Lake Dallas and Shady Shores, began to have a vibrant business community or at least vibrant for that era.

A new bank organized by many local business owners, began and was called Lake Cities State Bank. After discussions among local business owners and pushed by the president of the bank, Jack D. Hedge, an informal meeting was held to discuss starting a community chamber just for the four Lake Cities. The East Texas Chamber of Commerce provided assistance, including a chamber handbook and step-by-step instructions on setting up a chamber. Meetings continued at the Hickory Creek office of local attorney and bank board member Bill Stokes. Membership grew slowly and was aided by The Lake Cities Sun, a community newspaper that started publishing in October of 1974. After much hard work and perseverance most businesses and community officials were members of the Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce.

Today

The LCCC continues to grow and add new members while supporting local business and the Lake Cities communities. The Chamber is governed by a board of directors, and day-to-day operations are handled by the chamber’s executive director.

What People Say About Us

Members Testimonials

When you talk about the role that the Lake Cities Chamber can play now and in the future in a growing community. It becomes very evident that it has to take a LEADERSHIP ROLE in providing the necessary tools for businesses to incorporate in becoming more successful. People want to be associated with success and giving them tools to become more successful only makes it more beneficial to all parties involved.
Bill HeidemanMayor, Corinth, TX
Bill Heidemann, City of Corinth Mayor
The Lake Cities Chamber has been an amazing addition to my life. I feel so much more a part of my community with every new person I meet. I love getting to know and trust local business people so that I can get things done with confidence
Michelle McLarenManager, Vocal Magic Carolers
Michelle McLaren
The Lake Cities Chamber is a great resource for any local business, of any size. The amount of value they provide their members is impressive. From local networking events, to business guidenence, to advertising and sponsorship opportunities, FUN MIXERS,as well as ways to volunteer and get more involved in The Lake Cities, it's clear they have put my small businesses top of mind. After our first year five years as members, we will definitely be continuing our memberships and definitely recommend joining to any local business, large or small
Chris GordonOwner, Cowboy House
Chris Gordon - LCCC BOARD MEMBER
I can remember the first time I went to a “Networking Coffee” for the Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce. It was several years ago. I still remember the welcoming feeling that I got as I started to introduce myself to several, at that time, complete strangers. Many of those same people are now dear friends of mine and people that I have done business with since then. I now serve as the Board Chairman and can proudly say that our chamber is small but mighty. We are unique, as many new members have told us. We work closely together on fund raisers, enjoy social gatherings together and we truly create a place that businesses can connect and do business with each other.
Grady RayRealtor
Grady Ray
I have been with Huffines Kia and Subaru, and previously Chrysler Jeep, for the past 18 years. While we have always been members of the local Chambers of Commerce (wrote the check), it wasn’t until 10 years or so ago that I, and we as a company, really got involved. Frankly, I really didn’t know or understand how participating more would benefit us. Since becoming more involved I have made so many contacts and friendships. Many of those friendships and acquaintances have become customers and those customers have turned into an incredible source of referrals. So, when someone asks how does the Chamber benefit me or my business it is quite easy to explain…it grows your business through networking! It doesn’t matter what type of business it is. People want to do business with people they know and they want to do it locally if at all possible. Being active in the Chamber connects you to those people.
Robert GoodwinHuffines Kia and Subaru
Robert Goodwin
"Becoming an Active Member of the Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce has provided me with Growth and Happiness within the Community. Since joining the board, I have experienced Knowledge of our community as well as the opportunity to collaborate with Community Leaders. I would like to remind members that the best way to make the most of your membership is to get involved."
Randy ClarkEfficient Helath Solutions
Randy Clark Headshot
The Lake Cities Chamber has played an important role in helping my small business "do" business. Even during COVID, the weekly zoom meetings allowed me to directly connect with a client that I still support to this day. Additionally, getting to know my fellow business owners is one of the key benefits of the networking meetings and mixers. The biggest benefit being that when the need arises you already know who to call without having to do an online search that may or may not provide satisfactory results.
Catherine MillerRinebooks, LLC
Catherine Miller
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Board of Directors

Tina Henderson - LCCC PRESIDENT

Tina Henderson

President

Grady Ray - LCCC BOARD MEMBER

Grady Ray

Chairman

Realtor with United Country Real Estate/Texas Real Estate Associates

COMMITTEE CHAIR:  Bicycle Rally, Leadership Class

Robert Goodwin

Vice Chairman

Huffines Kia Subaru

COMMITTEE CHAIR:  Restaurant Week

Diane Barton - LCCC Secretary

Diane Barton

Secretary

Independent Broker of Essential Services – Electric, Gas, Wireless Mobile, ID Theft Protection, Home Security, Healthcare, Internet & Television and Referral Partner for Cost Reduction Programs

COMMITTEE CHAIR: Wine Walk

Chris Gordon - LCCC BOARD MEMBER

Chris Gordon

TREASURER

Sales Director TX, AZ, and CO for MCA Mobile Communications America and Owner of QuickShip Mail & Business Center, The Cowboy House sports memorabilia store, and Cowboy Car Wash & Twice The Ice

COMMITTEE CHAIR: Career Fair

Bellann Hyten

BOARD MEMBER

Maverick Financial

COMMITTEE CHAIR:  Luncheon

Courtney Martin

BOARD MEMBER

  • Program Director for Community Relations Texas Health Resources

COMMITTEE CHAIR: Awards Luncheon

Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce | Board of Directors | Julie Willis

Julie Willis

BOARD MEMBER

CoServ Community Support Specialist | Community Engagement

COMMITTEE CHAIR:
Events; Daddy Daughter Dance

Randy Clark Headshot

Randy Clark, CMP

BOARD MEMBER

Broker Owner of Efficient Health Solutions

COMMITTEE CHAIR:
Ambassadors; Discover Lake Cities

Kathy Carlson

BOARD MEMBER

Aflac

John Manganilla

BOARD MEMBER

Atmos Energy

Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce By-Laws

We encourage all our members and those wishing to join our non-profit organization to take time to review the complete Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce By-Laws document. Click the icon below to open the PDF in a new tab. Please contact the Chamber office with any questions you might have.

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