Monthly Luncheon Presented by Memorial Hermann Northeast

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You are invited to the Greater EMC Chamber October Luncheon!

Our fun, friendly, and informative monthly luncheons attract 180+ guests throughout the year! They are known for both their impressive Guest Speaker lineup and delicious lunch prepared by our Featured Caterers that includes passed appetizers and dessert. Come learn something new and meet someone new! This event is open to members, visitors, and guests with registration.

Note: Guest parking at the Atrium Center is limited, so we highly encourage attendees to carpool. Overflow parking is available at New Caney High School and Tullis Library.

Guest Speaker: Jim Szczesniak, A.A.E., Houston Airport System Director of Aviation

Mr. Szczesniak has more than two decades of management experience in both the public and private sector. He is responsible for the overall management of the Houston Airport System’s three aviation facilities: George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Ellington Airport (EFD).

Previously, Mr. Szczesniak served as the Airport Director for the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC). ANC is the world’s fourth busiest air cargo airport and gateway to Alaska. Jim also spent a decade at the Chicago Department of Aviation. Jim started in airport operations at O’Hare International Airport, became Director of Airport Planning and ultimately Deputy Commissioner of Aviation at O’Hare and Midway International Airport.

Mr. Szczesniak holds a MBA from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s in Aviation Management from Southern Illinois University. Jim is a licensed commercial pilot and aircraft mechanic. Jim is an Accredited Airport Executive by the American Association of Airport Executives.

Featured Caterer: Rusty Buckle BBQ Company

Passed Appetizers

Rusty Buckle Double Shot - Sweet Corn Pico Topped with a Tender Cube of Roasted and Glazed Pork Loin

Featured Proteins

Butcher Station: Sliced Prime Brisket - Sliced in Front of You in Order to Preserve Freshness, Taste and Appearance, Providing a Complete Culinary Experience
St. Louis Cut Pork Ribs - From Prairie Fresh, All Natural Pork Ribs, Dry Brined and Slow Smoked
Smoked Turkey Breast

Signature Sides

Smokin’ Green Beans - Sweet & Savory and Smoked for Three Hours
Dirty Mac n Cheese - Loaded with Chopped Brisket
Corn Casserole - Uniquely Blended with Sautéed Peppers, Onions and Two Kinds of Corn

Dessert

BBQ Cookies - Thin, Crispy and Chewy All at the Same Time, Made with Our House-made BBQ Sauce

Beverages

Southern Sweet Tea
Unsweet Tea
Hollapeño Lemonade - Our signature beverage, sweet, tangy and just a hint of spicy!

Our house made BBQ sauce is on each table but we encourage you to taste the meat before adding any sauce. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you today! We’re proud to be EMC!