Irving, TX - The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with MetLife, welcomed over 200 small business leaders from across the state to the inaugural "Small Business Master Class: Dallas". Business owners and entrepreneurs engaged with top experts to gain tools, strategies, and best practices to help companies compete successfully in today's rapidly changing economy, as well as hear inspiring stories of success and perseverance. Michael Christopher, Managing Director of Elemental Methods, was one of several local business leaders that shared their stories on how they achieved small business success.

“For Irving, small businesses are very important. They are spearheading and running our global economy,” said Beth Bowman, President and CEO of the Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce.

The program provided tips, tools and resources on how to make small businesses successful. Dallas Cowboys legend Drew Pearson was among the lineup of speakers.

Watch a video of the "Small Business Master Class: Dallas" at: http://ictn.tv/news/06192017-522