Brownwood Chamber Hosts February Membership Luncheon

Event featured updates on upcoming Chamber events and a presentation on heart health in the region.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its February membership luncheon on Friday, with the theme of honoring the Chamber's members. Executive Director Wendy Lawson provided an overview of upcoming Chamber events, including the bi-annual Economic Summit, the Annual Banquet celebrating the Chamber's 120th anniversary, and various other luncheons and community events planned for 2026. The featured speaker was Dr. Michael S. Blanc, a General and Interventional Cardiologist at Hendrick Medical Center, who discussed the state of cardiovascular health in Central and West Texas.

Why it matters

The Chamber luncheon provided an opportunity for the local business community to come together, learn about upcoming events and initiatives, and hear from a medical expert on an important public health topic affecting the region. As a long-standing organization, the Chamber plays a key role in supporting the Brownwood area economy and community.

The details

At the luncheon, Executive Director Wendy Lawson highlighted several upcoming Chamber events, including the bi-annual Economic Summit on February 26th featuring speakers from the City of Brownwood, the local Realtors association, and the Texas Workforce Commission. Lawson also discussed the Chamber's Annual Banquet on April 2nd, which will celebrate the organization's 120th anniversary. The featured speaker was Dr. Michael S. Blanc, a cardiologist at Hendrick Medical Center, who provided an overview of cardiovascular health trends in the region, noting that while heart disease death rates have declined nationally, high blood pressure and obesity rates have been rising, contributing to an increase in heart failure cases.

  • The February membership luncheon was held on Friday, February 21, 2026.
  • The bi-annual Economic Summit is scheduled for Thursday, February 26, 2026.
  • The Annual Banquet celebrating the Chamber's 120th anniversary will be held on April 2, 2026.

The players

Wendy Lawson

Executive Director of the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce.

Dr. Michael S. Blanc

General and Interventional Cardiologist at Hendrick Medical Center in Brownwood.

Marshall McIntosh

City Manager of Brownwood.

Ray Tipton

Assistant City Manager of Brownwood.

Carrie Dunn

President of the Heartland Association of Realtors.

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What they’re saying

“Our mission in Cardio-Vascular Care is to be the premier Cardio-Vascular center for Central and West Texas, focused on excellence, with patient-centered, compassionate care.”

— Dr. Michael S. Blanc, General and Interventional Cardiologist (brownwoodnews.com)

“We really want to take the opportunity to celebrate the members that make up the Brownwood Area Chamber, and businesses that make our community what it is, and just celebrate everyone around us.”

— Wendy Lawson, Executive Director (brownwoodnews.com)

What’s next

The bi-annual Economic Summit is scheduled for Thursday, February 26, 2026, where speakers will provide updates on the local economy and housing market.

The takeaway

The Brownwood Chamber of Commerce continues to play a vital role in supporting the local business community and addressing important issues affecting the region, such as public health. The Chamber's events and initiatives demonstrate its commitment to the growth and well-being of the Brownwood area.