July 2017  
32nd Annual Chamber Golf Tournament
Be the first to the green!  The Chamber's 32nd annual Four-Man Scramble will be held on Friday, September 15 at the beautiful King & Prince Golf Course.  If you've ever had the opportunity to play in this tournament, you know it's like none other!  There's fun to be had while you work hard on the course and test your skills with "Woody's Rules." Don't miss out on sponsorship opportunities for this highly-anticipated annual event.  Click here to view details. 
Become a Chamber Champion!
Because one size doesn't fit all, the Chamber is excited to roll out our new Chamber Champion member levels. In addition to our current Basic and Enhanced Member Tiers, we now offer 4 new levels ("Chamber Champions") which bundle member benefits and sponsorships at a further cost savings to you.  While you're under no obligation to move to one of the new tiers, we think you'll like what you see!  

Click here to view the different Chamber Champion levels, and please call us at the Chamber if you have any questions about the program.  Click here for an enrollment form; the deadline to join is July 31st. THANK YOU to our member businesses who have already become 2017-18 Chamber Champions!

Reauthorization of National Flood Insurance Program
Local leaders recently met with Congressman Buddy Carter at the Chamber to dialog key issues surrounding the 2017 reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program.  Items of discussion included:

  • HR 1422 "Flood Insurance Market Parity and Modernization Act," which clarifies that flood insurance policies written by private carriers satisfy the mandatory purchase requirement and allow continuous coverage rules to apply to private flood policies
  • Support of grandfathering properties based on flood zones at original time of construction (past 4 years as stated in current bill)
  • HR 2565, which requires the use of replacement cost value in determining premium rates for NFIP flood insurance
  • Accurate property level mapping by FEMA, who currently is not required to produce such, based on the current bill.
Former Chamber of Commerce Chairman Fred McGinty addresses Congressman Buddy Carter along with other local leaders regarding the issues surrounding the 2017 reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program.
Federal Judge Halts OSHA Rule on Post Accident Drug Testing
On Tuesday, July 11 Federal Judge David Russell, District Court for the Western District of OK, halted OSHA's rule on post accident drug testing.  In a statement by Chuck Wade, State Director for Drugs Don't Work in Georgia, the now-barred rule slowed down, and to some extent, halted, post accident drug testing by US employers for fear of an OSHA retaliation charge and fines. Employers can now reinstate post-accident drug testing without fear of OSHA oversight. 
Georgia Power Products & Services Luncheon
Tuesday, July 25
Looking for new ways to grow your business resourcefully?  The Chamber, the Brunswick and Glynn County Development Authority, and Georgia Power cordially invite you to attend a workshop and luncheon to showcase Georgia Power's new products and services that will help you meet your needs and facilitate efficient growth in your business.

Register today and join Georgia Power's team of experts for lunch, raffle prizes and information on offerings on Tuesday, July 25 at the Embassy Suites Hotel.  There is no registration fee.

Embassy Suites | 500 Mall Blvd | Brunswick, GA 31525
 
Agenda:
9:30 a.m. - Registration
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Workshop & Lunch
 
Register Here
2017-18 Leadership Glynn
Apply now to be a part of the 2017-18 Leadership Glynn cohort.  Leadership Glynn is a prestigious program that provides existing and emerging local leaders with a unique opportunity to experience the many facets of Glynn County and ready them for the challenges of tomorrow.  This 10-month program offers a behind-the-scenes look into our education system, local government, economics, and the health system. Also included is a trip to Atlanta to foster better understanding of our state government by meeting with top elected officials and department heads.  

Apply now -- applications are being accepted through Noon, August 18.  Que stions about the program? Contact Danielle Lewis.


July Business After Hours:
Toucan's Ale House
Who says business can't be fun?  Bring your co-workers, friends, and plenty of business cards to the July BAH!

Toucan's Ale House
2450 Perry Lane Road, BWK
Thursday, July 27
5:30-7:30 PM

$5/members
$7/non-members

Co-hosted by:  Golden Isles Harley-Davidson, Hampton Inn and Suites Brunswick, Jilly Bug's Boutique, and Southeastern Bank
2017-18 Chamber Ambassadors
Being a Chamber Ambassador is an excellent way to get involved with the Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce.  Ambassadors are often the face of the organization and have the opportunity to get an inside look at events and happenings throughout the year.  The 2017-18 Chamber Ambassadors are in the process of kicking off their new year, and we hope you will get the chance to meet them all at an upcoming Chamber event!

2017-18 Chamber Ambassadors:

Ashley Tollison,   Embassy Suites Hotel (Chair)
Summer Rogers,   Troy University (Co-Chair)
Jessica Spearman,   The Brunswick News (Secretary)
Selina Abel,   Nightingale Home Care
Amanda Bauer,   Sea Palms Resort & Conference Center
Andrea Belton,    Safe Harbor
Joni Bennett,   Belk Department Store
Dalton Boatright,   Lighthouse Financial Advisors
Catherine Boyne,   Bank of the Ozarks
Debbie Britt,   Law Office of Deborah L. Britt
Bennett Burch,   Lighthouse Financial Advisors
Alicia Casgar,   Coastal Computer Consulting
Jay Cochran,   Coastal Computer Consulting
Becky Derrick,   Golden Isles Magazine
Sarah Butler,   Planet Fitness
Eric Croft,   Marshland Credit Union
April Edgy,   United Community Bank
Audrey Gibbons,   C-OKAY & Associates
Wendy Googe,   Hampton Inn & Suites Brunswick
Ruth Griffin,    Holiday Inn Express/Best Western Plus, SSI
Jeremy Baxter James,   J. McLaughlin
Maria Jennings,   Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners
Alysia Johnson,   College of Coastal Georgia
Jamie Johnson,   Ashley's Business Solutions
Nakiah Kirksey,   Allstate Golden Isles Agency
Jennifer Krouse,   90.7 FM Way Radio
Beth Lane,   Island Directory
Michelle Lane,   Keller Williams Realty
Sube Lawrence,   Southeast Georgia Health System
Tara Leaptrot,   AML Construction & Contracting
Lauren Lee,   Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodnett Cooper Real Estate
Mark Lehrkamp,   Merrill Lynch
Freddie Jackson,   Five Star Credit Union
Gordon Jackson,   WBQO 93.7 FM
Anna Martin,  Faulkenberry Certain Advertising
Sharon McClellan,   Marshland Credit Union
Jenni Morris,   Southeast Georgia Health System
Zac Moxley,   The Solid Rock Company
Robbie Ross,   ESPN Radio Coastal Georgia
Brittany Rowland,   The Brunswick News
Shawn Slay,   Georgia Department of Labor
Trena Smith,   ServiceMaster Restoration by A1
Taylor Wilson,   Conquer
Linda Yates,   Linda H. Yates Coaching & Consulting
Thomas Zachary,   HomeStar Financial Corporation

Congratulations to Ashley Tollison, June Ambassador of the Month!
Upcoming Highlights

The Chamber will not hold a Board of Directors meeting in July, as our annual Board Retreat takes its place.  The next Board of Directors meeting will take place on Wednesday, August 16.



For all upcoming July events, check out our online calendar here.  


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