Plano Chamber Announces 2026 Annual Meeting & 80th Anniversary Celebration
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: LaChaya Terry
Phone: 972-424-7547, ext. 224
Email: lachayat@planochamber.org
Plano Chamber Announces 2026 Annual Meeting & 80th Anniversary Celebration
Plano, TX – December 19, 2025 – The Plano Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the 2026 Annual Meeting & 80th Anniversary Celebration, taking place Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Plano Event Center. This milestone event marks the official kickoff to a yearlong celebration recognizing 80 years of business leadership, economic development, and community impact in Plano.
This year’s program features a distinguished lineup of leaders representing government, corporate innovation, and business strategy, including:
• Mayor John Muns, City of Plano
• G. Brint Ryan, CEO, Ryan LLC
• Angela Marshall Hofmann, Vice President of Corporate Affairs, JCPenney
• Florence Shapiro, Moderator and Former Texas State Senator
• Kristen Lollar, 2025 Board Chair
• Amanda Rockow, 2026 Board Chair
The Annual Meeting will highlight key accomplishments from the past year, honor outgoing and incoming board leadership, and provide insight into the future of Plano’s business landscape as the Chamber enters its 80th Anniversary year.
Celebrating 80 Years of Business Leadership
Since 1946, the Plano Chamber has played a central role in supporting local businesses, fostering workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships. The 2026 Annual Meeting will serve as the official launch of a yearlong celebration showcasing the Chamber’s legacy and the powerful contributions of its members.
“Reaching 80 years is a remarkable milestone—not just for our organization, but for the entire community we serve,” said Kelle Marsalis, President & CEO of the Plano Chamber of Commerce. “This year allows us to honor our past, celebrate our present, and build momentum for the next era of business leadership in Plano.”
Sponsors
The Plano Chamber extends its appreciation to the sponsors supporting this year’s Annual Meeting:
• Presenting Sponsor: NexPoint Philanthropies
• Gold Sponsor: Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
• Reception Sponsor: Ryan LLC
• Silver Sponsor: RBFCU
• Silver Sponsor: The University of Texas at Dallas
Registration Now Open
Tickets and tables for the 2026 Annual Meeting & 80th Anniversary Celebration are now available. Early registration is encouraged as seating is limited.
Register at: https://members.planochamber.org/events/details/plano-chamber-annual-meeting-80th-anniversary-celebration-24230
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About the Plano Chamber of Commerce: Established in 1946, the Plano Chamber represents over 800 businesses and community organizations in Plano and the surrounding area. Accredited as a 5-Star Chamber by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and awarded 2018 Chamber of the Year, the Plano Chamber of Commerce is committed to maximizing business development and economic growth of the community through advocacy, education, innovation, and collaboration.
