Business and Tourism are on the Rise in Southwest Florida!
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A BUSY SEASON | Fort Myers Florida Weekly
"We set records in January, February and March, all-time records in 35 years of the airport ... We're one of the most seasonal airports in the nation so the majority of traffic flows from Christmas through Easter."
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Paths to Profits Needs YOU!
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Looking for ways to grow your network and benefit your business?
The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce “Path to Profits” (P2P) offers opportunities with two dynamic networking groups!
Twice per month meet fellow Chamber Members for morning (breakfast) or noon (lunch) networking gatherings! Connect with professionals from a wide variety of businesses as you share the common goal of learning about each other’s specialties, sharing leads, and building long term relationships.
Join us the second and fourth Wednesdays (breakfast) or Thursdays (lunch) and see how P2P can be another way to help your business thrive!
We are currently seeking members from the following business categories:
Banking, Artisan Contracting, Home Watch, General Contracting, Interior Design, Commercial Real Estate, Accounting, Property Management, law, Medical (Dentist, Chiropractor), Travel, Event Planning, and more.
Call Laurie Stanley, Director of Membership Services, at
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Thursday, June 21st
11:30 AM - 1:15 PM
Crowne Plaza Fort Myers
13051 Bell Tower Drive
Fort Myers
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Join us for our June General luncheon and the installation of our 2018-2019 Board of Directors and officers!
During the event, board members and officers will be appointed for both the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce Foundation, which works to support the Chamber’s efforts to enhance education in Southwest Florida.
The Chamber will also recognize outgoing board chairs, Dan Adams for the Chamber and Dean Piccirillo for the Foundation, board members and volunteer committee chairpersons for their year of service. Awards will also be presented to name the Volunteer of the Year and Ambassador of the Year.
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Lincoln Wooten
Spherion Staffing
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Member Concierge Services Spotlight
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I'm Lincoln Wooten and I love what I do! I have the privilege to work with a locally owned, nationally supported team for Spherion Staffing. Together our job is to Keep YOU Working! Passion for helping others allows me to succeed from day to day! Whether you're a business looking for the right fit for your team, or a job seeker looking for the right career, I would love the opportunity to share our stories and expertise on how we can help with proven solutions to your needs.
I treat every day as if it were my last and make the best out of any situation regardless of the challenges. I enjoy being in the people business and making a difference in our workforce daily. Faith, family, and friends are important factors which are dear to my heart. I look forward to meeting you one day. You can visit Spherion Staffing by clicking
here.
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The Animal Refuge Center is hosting its 6th Annual Fundraiser with an exciting James Bond theme!
Get your tickets now!
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ARC's 6th ANNUAL CASINO ROYALE 007
ARC's 6th Annual Casino Royale, presented by Bonney Leckie - Century 21 Selling Paradise , will be held on Friday July 6th, from 7pm to 11pm. This Bond-themed signature ARC event will be sure to entertain and delight you.
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APEX Season is Just Around The Corner!
Save The Date:
Wednesday, July 11th at Hodges University 4 PM - 6 PM
Celebrate ALL of our nominees and be there for the announcement of
the top five finalists!
$10 for Chamber Members
$20 for Future Chamber Members
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The main event is Saturday, August 25th!
The 13th Annual APEX Awards
The Hyatt Regency Coconut Point
Resort & Spa
6:30 - 10:00 PM
With Guest Emcee Rachel Pierce of NBC-2
Join us at our annual black-tie gala as we recognize individuals for their professional excellence, service to their community, and for their leadership and mentoring of others.
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YOUR generosity has the potential to make a HUGE difference as we seek silent auction items!
Plus,with our online bidding, you'll showcase your business to more than 800 community leaders and business owners!
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Seeking APEX Auction Items to raise Funds for the Women in Business Scholarship Fund!
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We're looking for getaways, hotel stays, wine & food packages, event tickets, spa services, art work, jewelry, gift baskets, in-kind services, and more -- be creative! It's easy to donate -- just download the form below!
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GATES Construction Awarded Naples Zoo Animal Hospital -...
NAPLES, Fla., (May,31, 2018) - GATES Construction has been selected to build a new Animal Hospital at Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens. Named the "Glass Animal Hospital" in honor of its primary benefactors, Denny and Tanya Glass, the new 1-story,...
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PACE Center for Girls, Lee County celebrates the...
PACE Center for Girls, Lee County celebrates the graduation of three students FORT MYERS, Fla, (May 31, 2018) - PACE Center for Girls of Lee County celebrated the graduation of three students, Arianna D., Katya M. and Sara A. on Wednesday, May...
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Move in Ready Inventory the Focus of the 5rd Annual...
Fort Myers, FL (June 1, 2018) - The News-Press Media Group is pleased to present the 5th Annual Summer Stroll of Homes - coming to SW Florida June 15-17 and 22-24. Take a self-guided tour of over 25 decorated models from Babcock Ranch to Bonita...
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RMHC is Cleaning House! Yard Sale to Benefit Ronald...
RMHC is Cleaning House! Yard Sale to Benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Southwest Florida (Fort Myers, FL) May 29, 2018- RMHC of Southwest Florida is hosting a yard sale on Saturday, June 23rd from 9am-12pm in the front parking lot of...
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Brad Hurst Joins Seminole Gulf Railway
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Brad Hurst has joined Seminole Gulf Railway and its affiliated companies as vice president—railroad sales and marketing. Hurst has more than nine years of experience in sales, account management, customer service, and business development, most recently at CSX Corp. Hurst will be responsible for industrial development, client satisfaction, and guiding the 30-year-old railroad to new revenue opportunities. Based in Fort Myers, Seminole Gulf Railway is the freight railroad serving all of Southwest Florida from Sarasota to Naples and a personalized supply chain solutions provider for the southern half of Florida.
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Welcome to our May New Members
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May member of the Month:
Nancy Mathis of Lee Tran
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Nancy is an Advertising Specialist with Lee Tran, which means that she sells all the ads on Lee Trans buses, shelters and benches! Not only that, Nancy does a lot of public outreach, as she visits schools, senior centers, summer camps, and more to teach folks how to use Lee Tran's services. You can e-mail Nancy at
nmathis@leetran.com
or give her a call at 239-533-0339
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The Able Garden at Community Cooperative
3429 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Fort Myers
239-332-7687
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MidWest One Bank
8690 Gladiolus Dr.
Fort Myers
239-274-1900
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Riverchase Dermatology
2366 Surfside Blvd.
Cape Coral
239-360-2796
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Shaved Ice Bar
19810 Village Center Drive
Fort Myers
239-541-8283
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Stokes Marine
15955 Pine Ridge Rd.
Fort Myers
239-489-3625
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Sport Clips
9321 Ben C. Pratt / Six Mile Cypress Pkwy.
Fort Myers
239-208-2220
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Save The Date for Our 5th Annual Business Symposium: "Unleashing The Spirit of Your Organization"
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Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
When:
Wednesday, September 19th
7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Where:
Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa
17260 Harbour Point Dr., Fort Myers
Featuring Keynote Speaker:
Matt Keller
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2018 Board Retreat
In early May, members of the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce gathered at CenturyLink Sports Complex for a productive (and fun!) annual Board Retreat followed by a
Miracle Baseball Game!
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Watch for great new developments in 2019 -- our Board hit it out of the park!
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Member to Member Discounts
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Have you listed your member to member discount or coupon?
Click on the link to view the current Member to Member discounts.
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Connecting our Members at our May Events!
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Women in Business
Hello SWFL
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Leadership NEXT
The Lee County Courthouse
& The Standard
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Business Before Breakfast
Costco Wholesale
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Conversations & Cocktails
Bell Tower Shops
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May Membership Luncheon
Pelican Preserve
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AAA Travel Agency
Bell Tower Shops
Boost Creative
City of Palms Charter High School
ConferenceDirect
CONRIC PR and Marketing
Creel Tractor Company
Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at The Bell Tower Shops
Culver's of Fort Myers - S. Cleveland
Dunkin's Diamonds
Fort Myers Technical College
Healthy Start of S.W. Florida
Hodges University
IMAG History and Science Center
In-Focus Photo Solutions, LLC
J.J. Taylor Distributors
Capt. J.P./J.C. Cruises
KB Home
Kelly L. Fayer P.A.
Legacy Harbour Hotel & Suites
Marine MAX
Miromar Outlets
Morgan & Morgan
Murphy Business & Financial Services LLC
Norman Love Confections
Oceana Global Logistics, LLC
Palm RV
Pavese Law Firm
Risk Management Insurance
The River Weekly News
Rooms To Go
The Salvation Army
Seminole Casino Hotel
Shangri-La Springs Resort and Spa
Spiro & Associates
Stewart Title
Storage King USA
Sun Harvest Citrus
Trophy Case of Fort Myers
Uncommon Friends Foundation
Valerie's House
WINK TV
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Support Our New Members by Joining us for our
Upcoming June Ribbon Cuttings!
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Complete Weddings and Events
Tuesday, June 19
4:30 pm – 5:00 pm
2734 Oak Ridge Ct., #403
Fort Myers
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Mark Your Calendar for Our May Monthly Events!
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Leadership NEXT
Tuesday, June 12th
5-7PM
Norman Love Confections
13261 McGregor Blvd., #105
Fort Myers, FL 33919
Business Before Breakfast
Thursday, June 14th
7:30-8:30AM
Vein Specialists
1510 Royal Palm Square Boulevard, Suite 101
Fort Myers, FL 33919
General Membership Luncheon & Installation of New Board Officers
Thursday, June 21th
11:30AM - 1:30PM
Sponsored by: Wilco Vending
Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at The Bell Tower Shops
13051 Bell Tower Dr.
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Mixpo
Thursday, June 28th
5-7PM
Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at The Bell Tower Shops
13051 Bell Tower Dr.
Fort Myers, FL 33907
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