October 17,2008 Luncheon was held at Aldacos: 

Speaker:  Maxine Sharpio.  Maxine is a dynamic speaker and performer whose passion for freeing the talent within has created an international demand for her Inside the Box™ keynotes and training sessions. Mixing laughter with learning, she reveals the building blocks of improvisation and translates them to professionals in every industry who are looking to tap into the wealth of ideas and innovation just waiting to be discovered inside their organizations, their teams and themselves. 

September 18, 2008 Luncheon was held at: Pat O'Briens:

Topic:  "The Holiday's San Antonio Style"

Sea World -  www.seaworld.com  Alamo Bowl - www.alamobowl.com 

Schlitterbahn - www.schlitterbahn.com Incarnate Word - www.uiw.com

Southtown SA - www.southtown.net Majestic Theatre www.majesticempire.com

Quarry Market - www.quarrymarket.com La Villita ww.lavillita.com

Paseo Del Rio - www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com Windcrest Lights - www.ci.windcrest.tx.us

Santas Ranch - www.santasranch.net McNay Art Museum - www.mcnayart.org 

Elf Louise - www.elflouise.com Jimenez Dinner - www.rauljimenezdinner.com

August 2008 Luncheon was held at: Biga on the Banks:

Speaker:  Lou Kennedy is a professional development consultant and author. She founded her company in 1987 and has prospered to become an international speaker, educator and recognized authority in the field of Business Etiquette and Professional Development. Lou Kennedy's high energy, love of people and attention to detail is apparent, whether she is working with a Fortune 500 corporate client, a state association member, or a college student. Lou's purpose is to deliver practical and useful information that helps people present themselves as polished and self-confident in business and social situations.  www.loukennedy.com

July 17, 2008 Luncheon was held at: Radius Cafe

Speaker:  Josh Davis:  5-Time Olympic Medalist, Motivational Speaker, and a Master Clinician

Josh Davis successfully balances speaking engagements, conducts swim clinics, runs a business and spends time with his wife, Shantel and five children.  He is an Olympic Champion, Motivational Speaker, Master Swim Clinician and a Business Owner.  He reaches thousands of young people every year with his inspiring messages.  www.joshdavis.com  

June 19, 2008 Luncheon was held at: The Holiday Inn Market Square

Speaker:  Les McGehee.  Les McGehee is a working, award winning comedian and improvisation pioneer who has entertained and trained millions of happier people throughout the U S and the world for 20 years.  He has toured through 11 countries and performed thousands of shows.  Les and his comedy companies have been featured on ABC, WB, Fox Family, and PBS.  His writing credits include a book and many successful scripts and published articles.

March 25, 2008 Luncheon was held at: The Hilton Airport

Speaker:  "T. Scott Gross is a master at removing mystery. His unusual ability to make complex ideas simple comes from years of hands-on experience as an entrepreneur who has also lived the corporate life. He will tell-it-like-it-is and your audience will love it!  www.tscottgross.com

February 21, 2008 Luncheon was held at: Bohanan's Steaks and Seafood Restaurant

Speaker: Marco A. Barros who is the President and CEO of the San Antonio Area Tourism Council .  Marco A. Barros is the first executive director of the San Antonio Area Tourism Council. The Tourism Council is a private sector organization comprised of hotels, attractions, museums, car rental agencies, airlines, restaurants, transportation companies, tour operators, meeting planners, vendors and suppliers to the industry and other enterprises that rely on tourists directly or indirectly for all or part of their business.

Topic: San Antonio River Expansion & Improvements Project:  $125M

Youth & Amateur Athletic Facilities $80M

Community Arenas & Rodeo Grounds Enhancements $100M

Performing Arts & Cultural Facilities $110M

For More Information:  www.actforsanantonio.com  

Barbara Gabaldon    Aaron Parks               Judy Jordan

Janet Just                  Jackie Fellers             Esmeralda Pena  

Christa Napier          Andrea Martinez         Tammy Peacock 

Kori Bennett             Debbie Arnold