Mission Statement: The Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the prosperity and general welfare of its business members and the community they serve.e
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~ 96th Year Serving Charlotte County ~
Punta Gorda ~ Port Charlotte ~ Englewood ~ Charlotte Harbor ~ Murdock
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BUSINESS ONLINE
~ Monday, JUNE 28, 2021 ~
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In light of last week’s tragedy in Miami Dade, we are reaching out to our chamber family in the event you wish donate. We have reached out and contacted Miami Dade and they provided a link where you can find out more information on the recovery efforts for the Champlain Towers (South) 12 Story residential building collapse. In Partnership with The Coral Gables Community Foundation, The Key Biscayne Community Foundation, The Miami Foundation, and Miami HEAT, click on the following link https://supportsurfside.org to make your donations . Let’s show our support in representing Charlotte County in helping our neighbors in their time of need.
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2020-2021 Sustaining Partners
Sustaining Partner businesses provide additional financial support annually to the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce which, in turn, provides them with additional valuable membership benefits. These contributions to the chamber allow for the continued increase of promotion, advocacy, involvement, and leadership at the local, state and federal levels. This is done to always be proactive in support of our businesses and the community we serve.
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*Supreme Charter Sustaining Partner (no years missed) *Charter Sustaining Partner
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Become a Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce Sustaining Partner Today! Sustaining Partner businesses provide additional financial support to the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce which, in turn, provides them with additional valuable membership benefits. The program runs from October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022. Additional business exposure includes website listings, verbal recognition at all of our events, space on the traveling banner at all our events, newsletter inserts, ad space in our new Fir$t Thur$day Adverti$er and much more. We need your commitment by August 13th in order to include you on the Sustaining Partner page in the new 2022 Community Guide. Please complete the fillable 2021-2022 Sustaining Partner form to make your choice of three levels of sponsorship or call chamber staff at 941-627-2222 or email bwhite@charlottecountychamber.org for additional details. These benefits are exclusively available to members in good standing.
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Chamber Events and Updates |
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1580 News Radio, Tuesday, May 11, 9 a.m. - Tune in for a Chamber update. |
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We are now taking applications for the Leadership Charlotte Class of 2022. Selection of Leadership Charlotte participants is anonymous and based solely upon the answers to the application questions, so please be thoughtful and sincere and use more paper if needed. Program participants must be members of, or employed by members of, the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, and membership dues must be current. Cost of the program is $595 and is payable at the time of acceptance. Half scholarships may be available. If needed, please advise when applying. If you have any question please contact the Chamber office 941-627-2222. The application deadline is 4 p.m., Friday, August 6, 2021. Link to fillable Application. Link to Schedule.
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The Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce 2022 Community Guide and Business Directory is Your Place to Be!. This is the "one-book-look" for visitors and residents throughout our community. The guide, which includes live links to advertisers is posted on our website, as well as published in a large 8 1/2 x 11 glossy color print version. Reserve your ad today to increase your visibility and promote your business. Download the fillable 2022 Community Guide Contract
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Wed., July 14, Networking@Noon luncheon provided by Baylors Southern Soul Food. It will be held in the Laishley Marina Community Room. Reservations are required, log in to the Member Portal to sign up or call 941-627-2222. Members Networking
Members Networking
Wed. July 21, 7:15 a.m. Third Wednesday Coffee at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center. Sponsor: Harbor Nissan. Non-Profit Speaker: Gulf Coast Partnership. Program: Babcock Ranch. Members Networking Followed by a short New Member Orientation directly after the Third Wednesday Coffee (same room).
Welcome a New Teacher and treat them to breakfast on Wednesday, July 28 at 7:30 a.m. at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center. Your $45 sponsorship includes breakfast for you and a teacher. The paring of sponsors with new teachers will be on a random first-come, first-matched basis. Sponsors are invited to provide 100 gift/promotional items for Teacher Goodie Bags - Gifts for inclusion should be delivered to the Port Charlotte Chamber office by 4 p.m. on Friday, July 16. (Gifts/promo items only, No flyers, please.) Register for this event through the membership portal (MIC) or complete and return the digital New Teachers' Breakfast Flyer 2021.
Business Card Exchange, Thurs., July 22, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, 75 Taylor St., Punta Gorda. Members Networking and If you like, please bring a small gift to promote your business.
We have decided to go quarterly with the printed newsletter the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce Business Perspective. The next issue will be delivered in October so we'll need your inserts on September 20. Provide 1,500 inserts, complete the contract and return it with your check $150 for profit/$100 nonprofit. . Here is the link to the flier with all the details.
The next issue of the the FIR$T THUR$DAY ADVERTI$ER will be sent out on July 1. Members interested in taking advantage of this new digital monthly format will save the cost of printing a flier. We prefer a PNG file (at least 600-650 pixels wide, resolution 72PPI if possible and file size no larger than 4MG) for the "digital flyer" ad in the FIR$T THUR$DAY ADVERTI$ER, due no later than 5 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the First Thursday of the month. Cost per issue is $145.00, and $95.00 for a non-profit. This is an exclusive opportunity for members of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce. (The chamber reserves the right to deny, publish and edit any submissions.) Email your ad to advertiser@charlottecountychamber.org or call us 941-627-2222 for more information.
Did you know, the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce at 2702 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte is a collection site for the Sunrise Kiwanis Shoes for Kids project. Your donation of a new pair tennis shoes/sneakers will be used in the Charlotte County Public School system for needy school children in the coming year. Bring in a new pair of sneakers and help us fill the box!
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* GREAT MARKETING OPPORTUNITY *
We sell Charlotte County street maps on a daily basis. We actually sell between 30-40 maps per month. That’s approximately 480 maps per year. We have created a long term marketing opportunity which will certainly yield a strong Return on Investment. You will be able to place your ad on the Back Page of the map. It is a 4” x 9” ad space. In addition, your logo will be placed on the Front Page along with the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce logo. The cost of this marketing opportunity is $3,500. Your marketing presence will be for at least 6-7 years, as we will be ordering 3,000 Charlotte County street maps. We know there will be members interested in this marketing opportunity. It will be on a first come, first served basis. If you want to take advantage of this, please contact Bob White at 941.627.2222 or at bwhite@charlottecountychamber.org immediately to reserve your space today!
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All members are invited to join us for these Ribbon Cuttings. Ribbon Cuttings are a great informal way to meet your fellow members, introduce yourself and enjoy casual networking. |
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Robin Carmichael, ACC - Cruise Planners
Wed., Jul. 14, 5:30 p.m.
941 Tamiami Trail, Suite A, Port Charlotte
Help us welcome our New Member.
PMI Stingray Homes, LLC
Wed. Aug. 18, at 8;30 a.m.
immediately following our Third Wednesday Coffee,
75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda
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Dolph Map Company
3296 North Federal Hwy #11207,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
Stephen Schrage
(954) 448-6392
http://www.dolphmap.com/
All Around Charters
410 East Colonia Ln.,
Nokomis, FL 34275-2635
Paige Balsinger, Adam Walkup, Jamie Walkup
(941) 488-2521
https://www.allaroundbus.com/
SW Premier Products
28100 Challenger Blvd., Suite 108,
Punta Gorda, FL 33982
Shalon Dahl
(941) 275-6677
http://www.swpremierproducts.com
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Do you know of a business who would also benefit from being a Chamber member? Businesses may join online now on our website or please recommend a business to Bob White bwhite@charlottecountychamber.org and he will follow up with them!
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Expo Sponsors:
(More and more and more!)
Platinum Title Sponsor- Chapman Insurance Group
Platinum Title Sponsor- Kia of Port Charlotte
Platinum Title Sponsor- Total Air Solutions
Gold Presenting Sponsor- Burnt Store Title and Escrow
Gold Presenting Sponsor- Quigley Eye Specialists
Gold Presenting Sponsor- Southwest Florida Insurance Associates
Silver Associate Sponsor- Comfort Inn & Suites
Silver Associate Sponsor- Michael Saunders and Company
Bronze Participating Sponsor- American Imaging of SW Florida
Bronze Participating Sponsor- Anderson Enclosures, LLC
Bronze Participating Sponsor- Charlotte Health Solutions
Bronze Participating Sponsor- Life Care Center of Punta Gorda
Bronze Participating Sponsor- The Mortgage Firm
Bronze Participating Sponsor- The Mosaic Company
Business After Party Sponsor- Elite Inspections and Pest Solutions
Print Sponsor- Buffalo Graffix
Newspaper Sponsor- Sun Coast Media Group
Radio Sponsor- iHeart Media
Main Stage Sponsor- Dellutri Law Group
Lanyard Sponsor- Chapman Insurance Group
Event Bag Sponsor- Whitco Insurance- Alexia Martin Agency
There are four sponsorship levels which include the exhibitor booth space(s), lots of promotional perks, print and digital advertising, party tickets, and more than ever before. Click the EXPO EXPO EXPO button below for the ~HOT~ details!
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Over 80 booths are sold for the 10th Annual Hottest Business Day in Paradise EXPO!
Already signed up? Keep these Marketing opportunities in mind - Provide your promotional item in 500 Goodie Bags. Donate a gift for the Grand Prize Drawing. Be part of the Speed Direct Networking to connect one-on-one with other exhibitors.
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities still available (Expo Exhibitors Only) * Event Map * Paradise Continental Breakfast * Event Passport * Refreshment Station * SPEED Direct Networking *
Make sure YOUR local business is part of this ~HOT~ August event. Click the EXPO EXPO EXPO button below for details! Please feel free to contact the chamber office with any questions - 941-627-2222.
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The Daily SUN wants you to nominate a WOMAN OF THE YEAR*, BUSINESS OF THE YEAR (WOMAN-OWNED), VOLUNTEER* OR COMMUNITY LEADER OF THE YEAR*, RISING STAR* Go on yoursun.com from June 20-July 23 to nominate. Winners announced August 29 in the LeadHERship special section celebrating the area’s influential women. Criteria* woman must work/have worked in Charlotte County in the past year. Include why they should be named and the positive impact made, include photo, if possible. Criteria Business of the Year: Physical location in Charlotte County, be owned by a woman (or jointly with a spouse/partner).
King Fisher Fleet, located at Fishermen’s Village in Punta Gorda, supports the Military Heritage Museum by offering free Sunset Cruises to everyone who becomes a new or renewing Annual Museum Member during the month of June. To enroll, visit the Military Museum at 900 West Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950. When signing-up, members will receive a voucher for a free Sunset Cruise which is valid for use during June or July.
The newly built CoolToday Park, spring training home of the Atlanta Braves, are offering walking tours for groups. Tours are conducted the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. This tour provides fans the opportunity to see the ballpark in an exclusive way with an up close and behind the scenes look at the year round spring training facility. Tour also includes a free lunch at Superior Pools Tomahawk Tiki Bar. Group tour prices start @ $35 and must be reserved in advance by contacting us at springtraining@braves.com
Fishermen’s Village presents “An American Holiday: Stars, Stripes & Fireworks”, July 3 and 4! Festivities begin at 12 noon both days for a full weekend of family friendly FUN including kids activities area in parking lot, food trucks, live music on the village promenade, specialty vendors, shopping, dining and FIREWORKS AT FISHERMEN’S VILLAGE AT 9 PM SATURDAY, JULY 3RD!!!!! (Fireworks on July 4th at Laishley Park can also be viewed from the Village) Visit on line at www.fishville.com/Call 941 639-8721.
FIREWORKS ARE BACK IN PUNTA GORDA! 2 Days - Sat July 3 & Sun July 4
Celebrate America Concert! Featuring Nashville Recording Artist- JOSH GRACIN!
Nashville Southern Rockers- FLYING BUFFALOES PG Native- Local Favorites- Jack-Michael Band Fourth-Fest! It wouldn't be Independence Day without fireworks! One of the largest Fireworks displays in SW Florida will light up the sky over Laishley Park! Retail, Informational, Business Services, Food Trucks All Vendors-Exhibitors wanted!! Both events are included in your vendor fee!!! 1 FEE FOR BOTH DAYS! visit- www.SmugglersEvents.com Visit the event site www.PuntaGordaFireworks.com
Rita's Italian Ice fundraiser for The Loveland Center on Wednesday, July 14th, 2021. 10% of all proceeds from the day will be donated to The Loveland Center and you can meet our celebrity scoopers from 4 to 8 PM! 4255 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte, FL 33980. Join Loveland Center for our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club on Friday, September 10th. Contact Becca at events@lovelandcenter.org for more information.
Charlotte Players- Kids Onstage is July 12-16, 19-23. Registration is open! The location this year will be at Charlotte Players Langdon Playhouse. 1182 Market Circle in Port Charlotte. Students entering 1st & 2nd grade and students entering 3rd thru 6th grade camp will be 9am-12pm. Students entering 7th-12th grade will have camp 1pm-4pm. The cost is $195 before July 5th and $220 after July 5th. Price includes T-Shirt for student. Camp ends with performances on July 23rd and 24th at 7:30pm and 25th at 2pm. For more information go to Kids OnStage Facebook Page or call Charlotte Players at 941-255-1022.
Attention Small Business Owners: Business assistance and advice is now available from SCORE on a drop-in basis. Stop by the North Port City Hall, Friday July 2nd from 9 to noon. Certified Mentors Fred Cort and Greg Imig will be available for a casual chat about your business and the challenges you are facing. SCORE is powered by the SBA and offers confidential business mentoring at no cost. Visit portcharlotte.score.org for more information.
You are invited to the Charlotte DeSoto Building Industry Association's Dart Tournament on July 10th, 2021 at The Icehouse Pub in Punta Gorda. Registration will begin at 1:30 pm and darts will be in the air at 2:30 pm. Prize for 1st place: $400 AND they get to choose which of the following CDBIA nonprofit member will receive $500: Boy and Girls Club of Charlotte County; Charlotte County Young Life; Crossroads Hope Academy; Gulf Coast Partnership; The Homeless Coalition. For any additional information or to register contact Alaina at Alaina@CDBIA.com
Cruise Planners located at 941 Tamiami Trail, Ste A, Port Charlotte, Florida is excited to host Royal Caribbean's Strategic Account Manager for the Southeast Region, Hong Ngo, at our upcoming Chamber ribbon cutting on July 14, 2021 at 5:30pm. Contact Robin Carmichael, ACC at 941-259-1711 for all your travel needs.
Charlotte State Bank & Trust is once again joining the Sunrise Kiwanis Shoes for Kids Project by collecting new sneakers for students in the Charlotte County Public School System who are in need. “Our lobbies were open by appointment only for much of last year, which inhibited our participation in Shoes for Kids,” said Craig DeYoung, president of Charlotte State Bank & Trust and treasurer of the Sunrise Kiwanis. “Now that we’re back, I’m confident our customers and staff will come through in a big way.” Shoes will be accepted through July 25 at all Charlotte State Bank & Trust offices.
Golfers who C.A.R.E. Golf Scramble registration is NOW OPEN (carefl.org/events)! This year’s scramble will be held on September 25, 2021 at the beautiful Riverwood Golf Club located at 4100 Riverwood Dr, Port Charlotte, FL 33953. Individual registration is $90.00, team registration is $360.00. Includes: green and cart fees, driving range, breakfast, lunch, 2 beverage tickets, goody bag, raffle entry, and more! Please contact Jamie at (941) 639-5499 or email golferswhocare@gmail.com with any questions. Sponsorship opportunities are still available, advertise your business at the hottest scramble of the year.
It's Official! The Florida International Air Show will be held October 16th & October 17th at the Punta Gorda, FL Airport (PGD) featuring the F-16 Viper Demo Team. We are looking for sponsors and volunteers. Steve Lineberry, Media & Marketing Director (833) 743-3427 Ext. 703 floridaairshow@outlook.com www.floridaairshow.com
Cops & Goblins is back! This CCSO and Charlotte County collaborative is a safe and fun event for kids on Halloween, open to the public at the Charlotte Sports Park from 5-7pm. Sponsors are needed to bring this fun-filled evening to life. A $200 minimum sponsorship gets your company logo on the jumbotron in center field throughout the event! Checks can be made payable to CCSO (indicate Cops and Goblins on the memo line) mail to: Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, 7474 Utilities Rd., Punta Gorda, FL 33982. Chris Hall 941-575-5227. Thank you for your support!
We have a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! The C.A.R.E. Ball is BACK! The hottest event of the year has been officially scheduled for Saturday January 29, 2022. This year’s theme will be “Under the Big Top” and feature the traditional sit down dinner, open bar, silent auction (fan favorite), and casino tables. We encourage all of our attendees to get creative with their black tie attire. Stay tuned for ticket sales! Interested in sponsorship please email admin@carefl.org.
Public Service Announcement - Did you know that beginning April 24, 2021, callers should begin dialing 10 digits (area code + telephone number) for all local calls. If you forget and dial just 7 digits, your call will still be completed until October 2021. Beginning October 24, 2021, callers must dial 10 digits (area code + telephone number) for all local calls. This effects our 941 area code. If you have questions consult your telephone provider.
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June marks an important milestone in the history of our company: 40 years in business! We couldn't have gotten this far without our wonderful clients and rock star team! In honor of this special occasion, this issue of the SandStar Insider features a special article by our president, Jim Sanders, with a look back over the last four decades. Click to read more!
Charlotte Players Kids onstage Summer Workshop is less than a month away! Check out all of the details on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/KidsOnStageCP. Camp is July 12-16, 19-23. Contact Charlotte Players for more information or to enroll. 941-255-1022.
C.A.R.E. Auxiliary presents Summer of FUN 2021! Over the next few months we will host a number of family fun activities aimed at fundraising for the Center for Abuse and Rape Emergencies. Beginning in July running through September we will host our first annual Pool Tournament, Corn Hole Tournament, Round Two Dart Tournament, and our highly anticipated Golfers Who Care Tournament. Find out how you can join all the fun by visiting www.carefl.org or calling 941-639-5499. All proceeds benefit local Charlotte County survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other violent crimes.
Do you want happier and healthier employees? Learn how Gulfcoast South AHEC can offer FREE tobacco cessation counseling and FREE Nicotine Replacement in the form of patches, gum and/or lozenges at no cost for qualifying participants. As part of Tobacco Free Florida’s in-person/virtual Group Quit sessions, we are here to help. Call 866-534-7909 or visit gsahec.org to register today.
Residential Lender Holly Selders, who has been helping people realize their dreams of home ownership for many years, has been named a Vice President of Charlotte States Bank & Trust. A successful lender when she joined the bank in 2014, Holly quickly moved to the top tier of Charlotte County lenders, earning the Charlotte Sun Readers’ Choice Award as Best Mortgage Officer. Former president and co-president of the Business and Professional Women of Charlotte County and a longtime member of the Women’s Council of Realtors, Holly volunteers at the Tidewell Hospice House.
Essential Puree Library has won the Caregiver Friendly Award from "Today's Caregiver" Magazine. Diane Wolff, founder and CEO of the library of cookbooks and guidebooks for seniors with swallowing disorders, announced that Essential Puree won for their patient and caregiver education channels on Instagram and YouTube. During the pandemic, Diane could not teach in hospitals/healthcare facilities, so took her classes and lecture-demos online and virtual. Diane had the honor of being invited to do a livestream-demo of her famous pesto and dessert recipes for the AARP Family Caregiving Group on Facebook.
The American Institute of Architects - Florida Southwest Chapter is offering scholarships to students attending or about to attend professional Architecture degree programs. Students are to be from Charlotte, Lee, Collier, Hendry, or Glades Counties, but their accredited college or university may be in any location. Information and application are available on the AIA FLSW website at www.aiaflasw.org. The 2021 AIA Florida Southwest Scholarship Information box is on the home page. Just click the red “Learn More” box.
When choosing the perfect mortgage plan, prioritizing needs and wants can lead in different directions. With 30 years in the business, Toby Lynn is a pro at helping your family, co-workers, or best buddy see advantages and disadvantages in options available. Specializing in Happy, Smooth, and On-Time Closings! CALL TODAY! Toby Lynn, Branch Manager, The Mortgage Firm, 941-356-6579 – www.ThePerfectMortgageSolution.com
Employee theft often occurs in the "Robin Hood" model, i.e., employees, unhappy because of low pay or lack of advancement, take out their frustration by stealing from the company. Their thefts tend to be smaller and these workers younger, unmarried, and often part-timers. Larger thefts are usually carried out by better-educated, full-time, white-collar workers in their 30s and are often rooted in financial stress or greed. Most employee theft goes unreported and unrecorded. For FCRA-compliant employment and tenancy screening, contact Doris Hebert-Ferrigno at NRG Background Checks. 941-488-8500; 800-531-6522; nrginfo@atlantic.net
We know that an air conditioner is one of the most important features in your car. Having it work efficiently will make your life better, and minimize the cost to your vehicle. At Complete Auto Repair, we make sure your a/c is functional. We add a fluorescent green dye to the Freon that includes a stop-leak for small leaks so we can easily detect them with a black light. Don’t roll the dice on your comfort this summer. Call Mary for an appointment, (941) 623-2926.
Parents are getting a break! Additional support for each child is coming from the US Government in July. Careful handling of this new cash flow can make a significant and long-term impact on a child’s financial security. Sue Craig, of Independent Financial Coaching, can help parents develop a plan that will produce benefits long into the future. Call Sue at (941) 916-5324 to talk about options.
2021 is experiencing a nationwide shortage of movers. Some of the problems that were prevalent in the moving industry in prior years are now multiplied such as overbooking and unprofessionalism. Planning your move as carefully as possible with a reputable mover like Gardiner & Sons Moving & Storage is more important than ever. If you have found that your mover suddenly has no one lined up to unload your truck, call Kenny Gardiner, at (941) 423-5311. We can unload and unpack for you.
Are potential employees still staying home to collect unemployment? With government assistance on its way out, you should see more applicants. If you’re not, consider making your ads more appealing. A well-written ad shows the personality of the business as well as the job details. Let Patti Guerzo, of Guerzo Business Consulting, show you how to create an ad that attracts the best candidates. Call Patti at 312-420-0884 to set up an appointment.
The Sunrise Kiwanis Shoes for Kids project collects new tennis shoes for children (pre-K, elementary, middle, and high) in the Charlotte County Public School System. The need for the 2021-2022 school year is 4500 new pairs of sneakers. So please consider helping this worthwhile project! Donations accepted: For more information on the project or on making a monetary donation, visit our website at www.shoesforkidsproject.org or call 941-769-0864. All monetary donations should be made payable to the clubs 501c3: Kiwanis Club of Port Charlotte Sunrise Foundation Inc.
SunCoast Blood Centers is facing a critical blood supply shortage and you, your friends, family, and neighbors are at severe risk! Your blood donation with SunCoast Blood Centers will help ensure we have the blood products needed to save local lives. Just 45 minutes of your time will make a world of difference. Schedule your donation at one of the six locations or bloodmobiles at https://donor.suncoastblood.org/donor/schedules/zip.
Punta Gorda Airport is seeking proposals for a full-service public restaurant, bar and caterer at the Punta Gorda Airport General Aviation Center (GAC). It will be located in the area currently under development off Challenger Boulevard. This is an exciting opportunity for a restauranteur looking to build out 2,500 square feet and capitalize on amazing runway-front event space and private flight catering! Bids are due July 30. Request the RFP at www.flypgd.com/bids-proposals-qualifications/
The Dellutri Law Group- COVID-19 has served as a reminder that we never know what life may bring us and why we need to be prepared for when the unexpected happens. If you have been thinking about an estate plan and would like to sit down for a complimentary consultation, please contact Mark Martella, Esq. He will explain the BIG SIX documents everyone needs, five of which you may need to use while you are alive. Please call 941-206-3700 to schedule a confidential, complimentary consultation.
Did you know that Murdock Stones Etc. sells industrial grade weedmat (groundcover) and weedmat pins? The weedmat comes in 12 different sizes. For the month of June all chamber members can get $5 off any one roll of weedmat. 7621 Sawyer Circle (off Gasparilla Rd. …look for the World’s Largest Mailbox). 590 Prineville St. in Port Charlotte (by the Sun Flea Market). . www.murdockstonesetc.com. 941-629-6651.
Charlotte State Bank & Trust Vice President and Retail Banking Officer Polly Johnson is retiring on July 2 after 18 years with the bank. Hired as the Peachland branch manager in 2003, she had spent some 15 years in the “big bank world,” which she left for a community bank dedicated to customer service. A Leadership Charlotte graduate in 2005, Polly supported the Charlotte County Homeless Coalition, Special Olympics Florida-Charlotte County, and numerous other nonprofits. For her many hours volunteering with the United Way, she received the organization’s Ambassador in Action Award for 2020-2021.
CALL FOR VENDORS!! Fishermen’s Village is hosting a huge Independence weekend celebration July 3 rd and 4 th! Interested in getting your business exposure to thousands of customers by being a vendor at this event? Email Kathy Burnam, marketing/events manager at mkting@fishville.com for details!
BUSINESS FOR SALE. Unique concrete crack repair business located in Charlotte County. High profit margins, no competition, huge niche market that’s growing fast. Will train on using our proprietary system to fix cracks on pool decks, driveways, any concrete surface with follow-up option to paint. Have Nat'l dealer program in-place with huge [potential. Owner retiring. Asking $119k. Reply P.O. Box 511662, Punta Gorda, FL 33951.
Registration for the RRF opens Friday, April, 30th at 9 am EDT and the application period will start Monday, May 3rd at 12pm EDT - The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open. This program will provide restaurants with funding equal to their pandemic-related revenue loss up to $10 million per business and no more than $5 million per physical location. Recipients are not required to repay the funding as long as funds are used for eligible uses no later than March 11, 2023. Florida SBDC at FGCU Learn More
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“If your ship doesn’t come in, swim out to meet it!” – Jonathan Winters
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July 14, July 21 and July 22 are all opportunities for you
to network with your fellow members!
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We encourage members to shop with other members to keep our community and local economy strong. If you do business with one or more of our renewing members please congratulate them for their Chamber Anniversary. Take a look! |
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Member-to-Member Testimonials |
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Thanks to a member suggestion, we are enthusiastically sharing testimonials from our members about their positive business experiences with other members of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce. Submit a paragraph of 90 words or less describing your experience. Include your name and business name, and email your Member-to-Member Testimonial to Janet at jcaffee@charlottecountychamber.org before noon on Friday to be included the following week. We are proud of our members and this is an excellent way to let them shine even more!
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I've been dealing with Ron and Misty at Complete Auto Repair for years. They are very friendly and professional. They give me good recommendations but never make me feel pressured. I have referred several friends and family to them and they've all been happy as well. -Brian McVety, GM, Murdock Stones Etc.
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Charlotte County Public Works is having a job fair on Saturday, July 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, 75 Taylor St. Punta Gorda. Public Works staff help preserve and sustain Charlotte County's infrastructure while protecting precious natural resources for future generations. We offer rewarding careers with great benefits and pay. Charlotte County Public Works is accredited by the American Public Works Association. or information, contact Public Works at 941.575.3600 or visit CharlotteCountyFL.gov/publicworks
United Way of Charlotte County is seeking a Finance Manager – this team member is critical to the success of our mission. UWCC is mobilizing the power of our community to break the cycle of poverty. Our workplace is fast-paced, friendly and adaptive. Join us in giving everyone in our community the opportunity to live their best life. Our Finance Manager is responsible for directing the fiscal functions of the United Way of Charlotte County and the United Way Foundation of Charlotte County in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. For more information, please go to our website, click here: https://www.unitedwayccfl.org/now-hiring or email your cover letter and resume to: admin@unitedwayccfl.org
Your Port Charlotte, FL, Sam's Club at 17700 Murdock Circle is hiring immediately to meet the increased needs of our members. If you or someone you know is looking for work, please click the link to check out all open positions at apply online today
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Career Source of Southwest Florida online resources include available jobs
Your "Help Wanted" information could be here! Please submit 90 words or less to BOL@charlottecountychamber.org. AND REMEMBER you can login and post your job in the MIC (Member Portal) and it will be visible to all on our website https://business.charlottecountychamber.org/jobs/
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Showcase your business through sponsorship! |
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Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your business? A great opportunity would be sponsoring one of our Third Wednesday Coffees. Sponsors receive recognition in Business Online, on Facebook and in the Chamber calendar. Sponsors may place marketing materials on the tables at the event and will have 4-5 minutes to introduce yourself/staff/business. Available slots are limited. Please contact Janet Caffee jcaffee@charlottecountychamber.org or call 941-627-2222 for details. Cost to sponsor is $300.
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LOCAL-
Please call 2-1-1 for any resource needs.
STATE AND FEDERAL-
Florida Chamber of Commerce- www.floridachamber.com/coronavirus
Small Business Administration- www.sba.gov/disaster
Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association- https://frla.org/covid-19/
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The Perfect Spouse:
A young lady visited a computer dating service and requested, "I'm looking for a spouse. Can you please help me to find a suitable one?"
The matchmaker said, "What exactly are you looking for?"
"Well, let me see. Needs to be good looking, polite, humorous, sporty, knowledgeable, good at singing and dancing. Willing to accompany me the whole day at home during my leisure hour if I don't go out. Be able to tell me interesting stories when I need a companion for conversation and be silent when I want to rest."
The matchmaker entered the information into the computer and, in a matter of moments, handed the results to the woman: "Buy a television."
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