School is back in session…wow it’s hard to believe how quickly the summer went. We all are now having to adjust to our new Fall schedules. Those with kids now have carpooling to work out and getting the kids up, dressed and out. Those without kids also have to make adjustments. We need to get up a bit earlier with the added traffic. Life is full of cycles. But one thing that continues, Summer or Fall, is our weekly networking meeting on Wednesday mornings at the IHOP in Kyle.
Evelina McBroom, wife of memberJeremy McBroom, celebrated her 20 year anniversary this week of becoming an American city which was cool. And Terry Lee and his wife welcomed their new baby Hannah last week. Hannah came in at 5 lbs 10 oz and 18 3/4 inches long. Congrats to all.
Education moment: Trish Wilder from Edward Jones gave us the Education Moment this morning. As a financial advisor, Trish talks to a lot of people and sees a lot of situations that impact families financially as well as emotionally. She reminded us all that with kids going away to college we as parents need to make sure we have a Medical Power of Attorney for our child. Because once they turn 18 they are considered an adult. It was a good reminder. Something so simple to do can take a tough situation and make it easier.
This week’s Member Spotlight was presented by: Tyler Eads with Guild Mortgage. Tyler shared more about his background. He describes his childhood as being almost idyllic. He was raised in a little town called Medina and his graduating class had only 22 kids in it. With this size he was able to be involved in all the sports teams and he knew everyone in the school. He shared that sometimes he’s thought about how nice it would be if his two boys could experience that simple type of childhood. Maybe we all think that. The world is a much different place nowadays.
Tyler is a Mortgage Loan Officer with Guild Mortgage, who
was Ranked #1 “Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Primary Mortgage Originations” by J.D. Power. We also learned that while Tyler works many types of loans, he’s found to be a valuable resource in the loan niche of “Down-payment Assistance Programs”.
So if you or someone you know is in the market for a loan, we’d highly recommend that you reach out to Tyler. You can reach him at his office 512-583-5485 or email him at teads@guildmortgage.net.
Upcoming Events:
Mathnasium Grand Opening August 18th 11:30-1:00 5401 S. FM 1626 Ste 180 Kyle, TX (IN THE HEB STRIP)
Labor Day is just around the corner so be sure you have the Kyle Hot Air Balloon Festival on your calendar: Remember to 
hold open Labor Day weekend for the Pie in the Sky Balloon Festival. Last year was the first year and despite the lousy weather we had over 12,000 visitors. The estimate for this year’s even bigger and better festival is 20,000 people coming to the event! As part of the event the Rotary Club is going to try for the Guinness World Record for the most ‘KYLE’s’ in one place. That means your first name must be Kyle. We thought originally it could be first middle or last or some deritive of Kyle, but we found out that your first name must be Kyle to qualify. So if you’re a ‘Kyle’ or you know a ‘Kyle’ have them go to the Pie in the Sky website for info on how to enter. We only need about 250 ‘Kyles’ to make the Guinness World Record. Be a part of history!
The event runs from Friday afternoon August 31st through Sunday September 2nd packed full of events. Check out the schedule and come back often for updates! Pie in the Sky Balloon Festival Schedule of Events
FREEDOM DAY: Dr. Paulette Sanford DDS from Kohlers Crosing Dental reminded us that Freedom day was coming October 10th. She has participated several years giving free dental services to military, their families and first responders. For more info, or to set up an appointment, call Kohler’s Crossing Dental at 512-262-0689.
Sip and Savor: The Rotary’s annual Sip and Savor is right around the corner in the fall so keep your eyes peeled for info regarding date/time/location.
Workshop on how to improve your SEO : Rob Oskins from Blue Crest Media, is still planning on having a training regarding easy ways (he promised even I can do it) to use videos to improve your SEO and position on Google. Date/Time and location is still up in the air.
Upcoming meeting, Member Spotlight and Education Minute Speaker Schedule:
August
22nd Brenda Spencer Best Version Media Education Moment Trish Wilder – Edward Jones
29th Irene Melendez Broadway Bank Education Moment Irene Melendez-Broadway Bank
September
5th To Be Decided Education Moment Celeste Messer Adkor Group with Maxavenue
And how about checking out our group? We welcome you to join us on Wednesday morning and meet some great local business owners. What have you got to lose? Your first breakfast is on us!
The group meets every Wednesday morning at Kyle IHOP 5401 Kyle Centre Dr, Kyle, TX 78640 (n I35 Southbound Access Rd, just south of Kyle Expressway and I35 intersection). Informal networking begins at 8:15, Meeting begins at 8:30 and the meeting ends promptly at 9:30.