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From left, Kaitlyn Wilkes, the city reporter for the Sun, Dave Porter the Executive Director of Williamson County’s Economic Development Partnership, Janie Havel the North and Central Texas Regional Representative for Governor Abbott, and Cameron Goodman the Economic Development Director of Georgetown. Photo by Abbey Archer

From left, Kaitlyn Wilkes, the city reporter for the Sun, Dave Porter the Executive Director of Williamson County’s Economic Development Partnership, Janie Havel the North and Central Texas Regional Representative for Governor Abbott, and Cameron Goodman the Economic Development Director of Georgetown. Photo by Abbey Archer

Georgetown discuss economic future of the city

Abbey Archer
Thursday, July 2, 2026
State and local economic development leaders gathered June 25 to discuss Georgetown’s rapid growth, expanding manufacturing sector and long-term workforce needs during a Georgetown Chamber of Commerce luncheon at the Sheraton Hotel.
From left, Christie Parker-Wheeler, from the Rotary Club, Marie Alvarado, from Congressman John Carter’s office, and winners Bretton Schulz, Madison Runyan, Collin Buckley, Megan Mills, Seth Gipson and Chamber of Commerce President Shontel Mays at the 5 Under 40 Awards on May 8. The award winners are holding flags, courtesy of Mr. Carter’s office, that have been flown over the nation’s capitol building. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

From left, Christie Parker-Wheeler, from the Rotary Club, Marie Alvarado, from Congressman John Carter’s office, and winners Bretton Schulz, Madison Runyan, Collin Buckley, Megan Mills, Seth Gipson and Chamber of Commerce President Shontel Mays at the 5 Under 40 Awards on May 8. The award winners are holding flags, courtesy of Mr. Carter’s office, that have been flown over the nation’s capitol building. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Young Georgetown community leaders recognized for work

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club announced this year’s 5 Under 40 award winners for business and community leaders during a joint luncheon May 9. This is the second year for the program.
Bryan Chisholm, left, the Chief Operations Officer and Michael Pickel, the president of Texas Traditions Roofing, accepted the award on behalf of the company for Small Business of the Year at the annual Georgetown Chamber business awards. (Photos by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Bryan Chisholm, left, the Chief Operations Officer and Michael Pickel, the president of Texas Traditions Roofing, accepted the award on behalf of the company for Small Business of the Year at the annual Georgetown Chamber business awards. (Photos by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Georgetown Chamber of Commerce awards recognize businesses, volunteers

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce celebrated its members on Friday, January 30, with seven awards honoring businesses large and small, and people who have made a positive impact in the community over the past year.
Mayor Josh Schroeder, left, had a conversation with Patrick Rose from Corridor Title about future development in the city, water and wastewater and road projects. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Mayor Josh Schroeder, left, had a conversation with Patrick Rose from Corridor Title about future development in the city, water and wastewater and road projects. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Future Georgetown districts include retail, housing, entertainment

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, August 21, 2025
In the second annual conversation with Georgetown Mayor Josh Schroeder, real estate company Corridor Title asked him about economic development, development downtown, road improvements, water and wastewater in the city’s future.
Newly-appointed County Judge Steven Snell introduces himself during the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce’s Breakfast Links meeting, April 24. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Newly-appointed County Judge Steven Snell introduces himself during the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce’s Breakfast Links meeting, April 24. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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County provides update on new jail, road projects

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Precinct 3 Commissioner Valerie Covey introduced new County Judge Steven Snell during the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Links on April 24. Ms. Covey also outlined ongoing initiatives by her office. Judge Snell was sworn in as the new county judge on April 21.
Five Under 40 award recipients, from left, Sam Gallardo, Tori Clark, Kim McAuliffe, Marian Diop and Michael Pickel hold their Congressional Certificates and award from the Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Five Under 40 award recipients, from left, Sam Gallardo, Tori Clark, Kim McAuliffe, Marian Diop and Michael Pickel hold their Congressional Certificates and award from the Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Rotary, chamber of commerce highlight Georgetown’s younger entrepreneurs

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
The first five recipients of the Georgetown Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce’s Five Under 40 award were honored on April 25.
Business leaders from around the city gathered at the sold-out luncheon to hear the mayor speak. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Business leaders from around the city gathered at the sold-out luncheon to hear the mayor speak. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Mayor addresses growth demands, rising costs

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Georgetown Mayor Josh Schroeder spoke to the business community January 23 about the state of the city and Georgetown’s goals heading into 2025. As part of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce’s quarterly luncheon, the address was hosted by moderator Bryan Mays from TV station KVUE. Mr.
Rachel Cummins, owner of Sweet Lemon Kitchen, presents at the Chamber of Commerce meeting Breakfast Bites & Downtown Lowdown

Rachel Cummins, owner of Sweet Lemon Kitchen, presents at the Chamber of Commerce meeting Breakfast Bites & Downtown Lowdown

Business leaders meet for breakfast talk

Abbey Archer
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Members of the Georgetown business community gathered Tuesday, September 24, to discuss hospitality philosophy and to learn about various updates across the area.
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