Rockwall Economic Development Corporation

Building Rockwall

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Intern Insight

As interns this summer, Shelby Wallace and Kelsey Burks, will be sharing insights from behind the scenes at Rockwall Economic Development Corp. This summer will be filled with learning and new experiences for both.

Last Wednesday, we had the awesome opportunity to meet some great leaders of Rockwall including Congressman Ralph Hall while working on set of a short video produced to show viewers what our city is really about. While watching the planning of this video, we realized marketing does a great job of convincing an audience that a product or service is better than it really is, but the challenge in marketing Rockwall is it really is as good as we are showing it to be!

Be on the look out for Rockwall EDC’s upcoming video as well as more intern insights!  

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Intern Insight

                As interns this summer, Shelby Wallace and Kelsey Burks, will be sharing insights from behind the scenes at Rockwall Economic Development Corp. This summer will be filled with learning and new experiences for both.

This week has brought the opportunity to step out of our comfort zone and share ideas in marketing efforts. As an intern it often feels like staying quiet is best and that no one will appreciate your ideas, because of your low stature. Rockwall EDC has shown us otherwise. Challenging oneself by sharing ideas or taking on a project solo for the first time is a great way to become a strong leader. And a great city is built by strong leaders! So, our advice this week is to step up and take risk—Get our of your comfort zone! What challenges do you have coming up?

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Rockwall Restaurant Review

This week we visited The Fatted Calf located downtown on the historic square. Presentation is everything and The Fatted Calf is no exception. From the eclectic decor to the outstanding service this restaurant is a cut above the rest.

General Manager, Joey Heidman describes the menu as "new american style with a chef inspired twist." Between the five of us, every meal was unique from catfish to an omelet to a salad. It isn't difficult to find what you are craving.

Upon arrival you are greeted with a smile. The service and the staff maintain a friendly atmosphere during your visit. Our server, Alyssa said she most enjoys meeting the guests who patron the restaurant, her team, the environment and the food. Needless to say there is nothing not to enjoy at The Fatted Calf.

Stop in tonight for their Tuesday $8.00 Burger n Beer special.

http://www.fattedcalfrestaurant.com

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Rockwall Restaurant Review

This week we visited Bin 303 located in the heart of the downtown historic square. Bin 303 is housed in a restored former 1920's craftsman home which gives off a warm and inviting atmosphere. 

General Manager, Jacob describes the menu as "high quality dining with a casual feel." Lunch time and dinner time are a completely different feel. Lunch is more casual food and the dinner menu is more entree based. Bin 303 prides itself on quality and freshness. Owned by Chef Nugent and wife Breean Nugent, nothing is prepped until the day it is served. Bin 303 prides itself on Go Texan and supporting the Texas movement.

Wait staff is friendly and attentive. The service and the staff make sure your visit is special. Our server, Alexis was ver knowledgeable about the menu and had a great sense of humor.

Stop in tonight for their Thursday Tasting menu featuring a three (3) course good and wine pairing. Come early, tasting menu begins at 6:00. Limited seating. Definitely a jewel worth finding.

http://www.bin303.com

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Rockwall Goes Organic

Rockwall residents are buying organic more these days thanks to the downtown farmer's market and businesses on the square. http://bit.ly/1aNHCQm