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Welcome to the Deer Park Chamber of Commerce

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Activate, Motivate, & Empower Future Leadership in our Community

The Leadership Deer Park program, organized by the Deer Park Chamber Foundation, is designed to cultivate local leaders through monthly gatherings and educational activities. Attendees gain insight into different industries and the community through tours, guest speakers, and leadership workshops. Participants will visit Austin to explore the governmental process and understand how governmental affairs influence the Deer Park community.

Mission Statement

Building leaders who make a lasting impact in our community.

Leadership Deer Park Core Values

Lead With Purpose
Make it count. Every action, every choice, every day.

Rise Together
We connect, support, and lift each other up.

Grow
Challenge, develop and acquire the skills to be better than before.

Lead with Integrity
Do the right thing, even when no one’s watching.

People Matter
Relationships are everything-connect, respect, listen with intentionality.

Serve with Impact
Use our skills, time, and influence to strengthen our community.

Leave a Legacy
Inspire, create change, and make a meaningful difference.

Purpose

-Broaden the volunteer base.

-Develop the realization that leadership is not only an honor but also a public responsibility.

-Identify and train new and emerging leadership for effective voluntary participation in community affairs.

-Provide opportunities for communication between emerging and established leadership

-To be a source of qualified and trained leadership for public and private agencies, organizations, planning bodies, and commission.

2024-2025 Class

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Albert Talley

San Jacinto College

Amanda DeAlejandro

Amanda DeAlejandro

Community First ER

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Angela Smith

City of Deer Park

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April Cochran

Primetime Occupational Testing

Brittany Dennis

Brittany Dennis

US Congressman Brian Babin

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Jarrett Hill

City of Deer Park Police Department

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John McPhaul

OxyChem

Justin League

Justin League

Deer Park Rotary

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Kristi Claypool

Meador Staffing Services

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Marshall Shepherd

Deer Park Rotary

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Michelle Combs

City of Deer Park

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Narce Esquivel

DAG Law Firm

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Sheila Plovanich

City of Deer Park Police Department

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Tracy Peterson

City of Deer Park

Yvonne Frear

Yvonne Davis Frear

San Jacinto College

Testimonials

"The Leadership Class was informative & interesting. We began by learning about our own personality traits & how helpful this knowledge can be as we interact with others. We were also given the opportunity to meet leaders in our community as well as surrounding areas. These encounters allowed us to experience leadership qualities in others, & hopefully allow us to develop these qualities in ourselves." - Sherry Garrison, City of Deer Park - Council Member

"I enjoyed the company and the fellowship of the class. I enjoyed networking with members of the community while learning about the parts that contribute to the City’s success. I have been involved in the community for over 23 years and never expected to learn as much as I did." - Frank Hart, Deer Park Police Department - Assistant Chief of Police 

"Leadership DP was a wonderful professional leadership experience for me. We were educated on economic, social, & governmental powers that shape our community. It really helped me with personal growth & excited me to take part in civic leadership roles. I really loved the trip to Austin & the chance to listen in on discussions at the Capitol. I've never experienced anything like that before & it was transformational." - Scott Gernander, San Jacinto College - Dean of Administration 

Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors

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