Longview Connections

06/18/2026

What a Great Morning at Longview Connections!

A huge thank you to our featured speaker, Josh Pointer, for an outstanding presentation on Workers’ Compensation Insurance.

Let’s be honest… workers’ comp isn’t always a topic people expect to be exciting. But Josh took a subject that can often seem complex and confusing and turned it into one of the most engaging, informative, and interactive presentations we’ve had.

Through audience participation, real-world examples, great conversation, and plenty of laughs along the way, Josh helped everyone better understand how workers’ compensation works, why it matters, and what business owners need to know to protect both their employees and their companies.

Today’s meeting was another great reminder that learning doesn’t have to be boring when it’s delivered by someone who is knowledgeable, passionate, and committed to helping others succeed.

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning, brought guests, shared ideas, and helped create the positive energy that makes Longview Connections such a special group.

A special thank you as well to our friends at Bubba's 33 - Longview, TX for their amazing hospitality and at Coffee Mill • Longview for providing the coffee that helped fuel another morning of great conversations and relationship building.

At Longview Connections, we continue to prove that the strongest businesses and the best opportunities are built through relationships.

Community Over Competition.

Check out some highlights from this morning’s meeting!

06/16/2026

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06/16/2026

06/15/2026

📍 Longview Connections

📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026

🎤 Featured Speaker: Josh Pointer

📍 Bubba's 33 - Longview, TX

☕ Coffee by Coffee Mill • Longview

🚪 Doors Open: 8:15 AM

⏰ Meeting Begins: 8:30 AM

🤝 Connect with business owners, entrepreneurs, sales professionals, community leaders, and professionals from across East Texas.

✅ Build Relationships
✅ Grow Your Network
✅ Create Opportunities

Be In The Room.

Community Over Competition! 💙

06/11/2026

With Thunder Media – I'm on a streak! I've been a top fan for 12 months in a row. 🎉

06/11/2026

☕ The Relationships That Grow Businesses Are Built In Rooms Like This ☕

If you’re looking for new customers, stronger relationships, fresh ideas, or simply a better network, make plans to join us this Thursday.

📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
📍 Bubba’s 33 • Longview, Tx
☕ Coffee by Coffee Mill • Longview, Tx
🚪 Patio doors open at 8:15 AM
🕣 Meeting begins at 8:30 AM

🎤 Featured Speaker: Josh Pointer Owner of The Pointer Agency and Longview Connections Member

Born and raised right here in Longview, Josh spent five years with the Goram-Welch Agency before taking the leap and opening The Pointer Agency in November 2025. As a fellow Longview Connections member, Josh understands the value of relationships, community involvement, and helping people find solutions they can trust. At The Pointer Agency, the mission is simple: put customers in a better position and make insurance stress-free. In a world where insurance can often feel confusing and overwhelming, Josh has built his business around education, service, and helping clients understand their options so they can make informed decisions with confidence. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, sales professional, nonprofit leader, or someone simply looking to expand your network, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

💬 Real conversations
🤝 Real relationships
📈 Real opportunities

📣 What to Bring:
• Business cards
• One (01) swag item for the door prize
• A guest; first visit is FREE, additional visits are $30

Success rarely happens in isolation.

It happens when the right people gather, share ideas, build relationships, and create opportunities together.

That’s exactly what happens at Longview Connections.

🙌 A HUGE THANK YOU to our 2026 Corporate Sponsors!

These businesses don’t just sponsor Longview Connections; they invest in the East Texas business community. Their support helps us create meaningful networking opportunities, educational programs, workshops, and relationships that strengthen local businesses throughout our region.

Please support the businesses that support our community:

⭐ Coffee Mill • Longview
⭐ Transworld Business Advisors
⭐ Scotties-Bistro
⭐ Beagley's Painting
⭐ Thunder Media
⭐ Starfish Ad Age
⭐ ETX Tree Clearing & Dirt Work
⭐ Clean Cut Roofing
⭐ Aroma Cleaning, LLC
⭐ Rollo Insurance - Hallsville
⭐ Custom Graphics TX
⭐ Bubba's 33 - Longview, TX

Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us prove every day that business is better when we work together.

Community Over Competition.

Be in the room.

06/09/2026

🌟 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT 🌟

This week, we’re proud to spotlight Jhonny Sanchez and the team at High Class Roofing & Construction.

When it comes to protecting your home or business, few investments are more important than your roof. That’s why it matters who you trust when repairs or replacement become necessary.

High Class Roofing & Construction proudly serves Longview and communities throughout East Texas, providing residential and commercial roofing services with a commitment to quality workmanship, integrity, and customer service. From roof repairs and full replacements to metal roofing, flat roofing systems, and insurance claim assistance, their team works hard to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Their motto says it all: “A Roof Built on a Handshake.”

As a locally owned East Texas business, they understand the value of relationships, standing behind their work, and treating customers like neighbors.

One of the things we love most about Longview Connections is the opportunity to get to know outstanding local business owners like Jhonny, not just what they do, but who they are. Strong businesses are built on strong relationships, and that’s exactly what we’re building every time we gather.

A special thank you as well to Richie Rossouw and the team at Thunder Media for producing the incredible spotlight video. Their ability to tell the story behind a business and showcase the people who make our community great is second to none.

If you’d like to meet Jhonny, learn more about High Class Roofing & Construction, and connect with other East Texas business professionals, we invite you to join us at our next Longview Connections meeting.

📍 Bubba's 33 - Longview, TX
📅 Thursday, June 18
🕗 Doors open at 8:15 AM
☕ Coffee provided by Coffee Mill • Longview
🎟 Your first visit is always free

Come see why so many East Texas business owners are choosing Community Over Competition.

📞 High Class Roofing & Construction: (903) 738-2539

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

This morning’s Longview Connections meeting was one for the books!

A huge thank you to Leigh Ann Secord, Dave Pratt and the team at Rowdy Creek Ranch for sponsoring today’s meeting and sharing everything that makes Rowdy Creek Ranch such a special place.

Not only did Leigh Ann and Dave give us a behind-the-scenes look at all that Rowdy Creek Ranch has to offer, from weddings and events to lodging, wine, and unforgettable experiences, but Leigh Ann also delivered a Marketing 101 lesson disguised as a presentation about the ranch.

One of the biggest takeaways was that every touch point counts. Every phone call, every social media post, every guest interaction, every follow-up. Every interaction shapes your brand.

Rowdy Creek Ranch is much more than a winery. It’s a destination. It’s a wedding venue. It’s a weekend getaway. It’s a place to gather with friends and family. It’s a place to create memories.

Right here in East Texas, they’ve created what can only be described as a little slice of heaven.

If you’ve never visited Rowdy Creek Ranch, do yourself a favor and make the trip. Grab a glass of wine, take in the scenery, explore the property, attend an event, or book a stay. You’ll quickly understand why so many people keep coming back.

Thank you again, Leigh Ann and Dave, for sharing your knowledge, your hospitality, and your passion with our group. We appreciate you and are proud to have Rowdy Creek Ranch as part of our East Texas community.

Thank You to Our 2026 Corporate Sponsors:

Rollo Insurance - Hallsville
Custom Graphics TX
Coffee Mill • Longview
Transworld Business Advisors
Bubba’s 33 - Longview, TX
Scotties-Bistro
Beagley's Painting
Aurora Electrical Services
Thunder Media
Starfish Ad Age
ETX Tree Clearing & Dirt Work
Aroma Cleaning, LLC
Clean Cut Roofing

COMMUNITY OVER COMPETITION!