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August 2019 Newsletter
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A Word from the Director:
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Be prepared! Now's a good time to restock those essentials, fill up the gas tank and go over your plans if you haven't done so already. Don't miss our first luncheon of the year on Wednesday! ENOUGH! Stop Failing, Start Following Through with Colton Stollenmaier. Please see below details and make sure you register today by 5PM.
We have some exciting events planned for this year and we can't wait to share the details with you in the upcoming months, please follow us on Facebook so your business doesn't miss out. Have an upcoming event or job opportunity that you'd like to share in our next newsletter, email the details to Director @OceanReefChamber.org
Toastmasters Update:
Karyna Crowley from FRANK-KEYS LANDSCAPING, Inc.
delivered her ice breaker speaker at our August 28th meeting
and Peter Raffalski from
IBERIABANK
won Best Table Topics.
Do you get nervous speaking in front of large groups?
How did you get to where you are? We'd love to hear YOUR STORY...
Please join us at our next meeting on September 11
th, you won't regret it!
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August Luncheon
Wednesday, September 4th @ Noon- Town Hall
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Join us for our September Luncheon
on Wednesday, September 4th
featuring:
Colton Stollenmaier, Motivational Speaker
INSPIRE. MOTIVATE. EMPOWER
ENOUGH! Stop Failing, Start Following Through
What if you could make the behaviors you need to follow through on to succeed as automatic as brushing your teeth or putting your shoes on? What if that habit you've been wanting to build could be put on autopilot? Colton Stollenmaier will provide a guide to accomplishing exactly that; making those success practices actual practices, not masterclasses in procrastination. Stop letting yourself down. Start succeeding. Stop failing. Start following through!
$30 with online Registration & Payment
$35 at the door
Bring your business cards for distribution
Don't forget to purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to be featured as our Business of the Month for September. Congratulations again to our June winner:
Become a Luncheon Sponsor... Promote YOUR Business While Supporting YOUR Chamber!
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2019-2020 Luncheon Schedule
1st Wednesday of the month September-June
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September 4, 2019 @ Town Hall
October 2, 2019 @ The Golf Clubhouse
November 6, 2019 @ The Cultural Center at Ocean Reef
December 4, 2019 @ The Cultural Center at Ocean Reef
THURSDAY January 2, 2020 @ The Cultural Center at Ocean Reef
February 5, 2020 @ The Cultural Center at Ocean Reef
March 4, 2020 @ The Cultural Center at Ocean Reef
April 1, 2020 @ The Cultural Center at Ocean Reef
May 6, 2020 @ The Cultural Center at Ocean Reef
June 3, 2019 @ The Cultural Center at Ocean Reef
Purchase the 2019-2020 luncheon package today to save!
Purchase a Luncheon Package for $270.
The Chamber organizes 10 luncheons
throughout the year at the cost of $35 per attendee. Pay for these luncheons
in advance and save $80 for the year.
Become a Luncheon Sponsor...
Promote YOUR Business While Supporting YOUR Chamber!
For only $100, your logo will be placed in the luncheon invitation, and prominently displayed on the welcome screen at the luncheon. Have marketing material you want to distribute? Bring it in to be placed at every table for maximum exposure. You will also be given additional time during introductions to tell us about your business. Only three sponsors are allowed per luncheon.
Topics this year include updates from ORCA and Ocean Reef Club, meet the candidates, coral reef restoration, and Cyber security. Have an idea for a speaker or luncheon topic? Email Jill at [email protected]
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Keys Tourism Advisory:
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KEYS TOURISM ADVISORY
August 29,2019
Dorian's Potential Impacts Remain Uncertain
Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center in Miami and National Weather Service Office in Key West continue to emphasize challenges in predicting specific Hurricane Dorian impacts to areas of Florida including the Keys.
NHC primary messages are:
* Increasing likelihood of life-threatening storm surge along portions of the Florida east coast late this weekend or early next week.
* Residents should have their hurricane plan in place and listen to advice given by local emergency officials.
* The risk of devastating hurricane-force winds along portions of the Florida peninsula continues to increase.
* Regardless of the exact track of Dorian, heavy rains are expected to occur over portions of Florida this weekend and early next week.
Based on the Thursday midday forecast from the National Hurricane Center, calling for a Category 4 storm, Key West Warning Coordinating Meteorologist Jon Rizzo says current wind speed probability data chances for hurricane-force winds (74+ mph) range from 14 percent in Ocean Reef to 5 percent in Key West.
There is a possibility that sustained tropical storm-force winds will affect all the Keys, with the greatest probability in the Upper Keys that currently stands at about 50 percent for winds of at least 39 mph. Tropical storm-force winds in the Upper Keys could begin early Sunday morning, Rizzo added.
While the NHC has not yet issued any watches or warning for Florida, they are expected beginning Friday. Monroe County Deputy Emergency Management Director Shannon Weiner said Thursday that Keys residents should begin making basic preparations, primarily because of the potential of Dorian striking the Florida peninsula resulting in an interruption of supplies and services.
Specific recommendations include, but are not limited to, procuring fuel, food, water and cash. Additional storm preparation information is at
www.monroecountyem.com
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Currently, Weiner said, there are no evacuation directives planned for the Keys, but she urged all residents and visitors to closely monitor the future progress of Dorian. Keys county and municipal officials continue to meet via teleconference to coordinate any response activities that may be needed.
Another advisory is to be distributed Friday, or earlier if required.
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Space for Rent in the Plaza Building
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For more information contact:
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Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary offers Restoration Blueprint:
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The Restoration Blueprint will be released on August 20. The public comment period is scheduled to open on August 30 and run into January. Information sessions are planned in the Florida Keys, Miami and Fort Myers during September, October and November. Learn more at https://floridakeys.noaa.gov/blueprint/.
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Sponsorship Opportunity:
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"As the 2019 First State Bank Key Largo Bridge Run Half Marathon & 4-Mile Run/Walk approaches us, we are looking forward to community involvement from our businesses.
Please review our Sponsorship Form for this year and become one of our sponsors.
Be a host hotel, get listed on our Food & Dining web page, our Entertainment & Activities page (soon to come), and our Sponsors Page (this will also include your logo on email marketing blasts directly to people that will be in town for the event).
Do you just want to be an on-site vendor or have your logo on a mile marker, you can do that to. Feel free to review all options. We have created sponsorships for all price points to help our sponsors get recognized prior, during, and after the event.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 305.383.8245 or email us at [email protected]. We look forward to having you!"
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Events Happening in the Community:
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Looking for a Job? These Chamber Members are Hiring...
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Contact Delle Cleaveland
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AL'S WIFI & ELECTRONICS
Looking for a full time experienced technician
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For
seasoned producers the ideal person should have the following:
- Established relationships with realtors or mortgage brokers
- FL General Lines Insurance 220 license (desired)
- 3+ years of experience in sales - Negotiable
- Bachelor's Degree
- Willing to travel and engage in networking activities outside of regular business hours
- Excellent oral and written communications, interpersonal, prospect and client relationship development, and decision-making skills
- Must be Detail oriented, team player and results oriented with a self-drive to succeed
For the
Producer In Training to Stay in Personal Lines
- Bachelor's Degree
- Tech savvy
- Will get licensed after joining our team
- Willing to travel and engage in networking activities outside of regular business hours
- Excellent oral and written communications (preferably English and Spanish), interpersonal, prospect and client relationship development, and decision-making skills.
- Must be Detail oriented, team player and results oriented with a self-drive to succeed
This will be a salary based / commission / production incentive position with a full benefits package and T&E expenses covered.
Contact Yaritza Morris
Private Client Leader
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Full time help in office.
To apply, please contact Eileen Plasky at
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To apply, please contact Katya Andrade at [email protected] or 305-852-4246 x235 or fax at 305-852-6902.
Youth Mentor
Would you or someone you know enjoy a career inspiring young people?
The Florida Keys Children's Shelter seeks individuals to work directly with preteens and teens at its Children's Center in the Upper Florida Keys. Starting pay is $15-16 an hour. Some evenings and weekends are required. You must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent, have a valid Florida driver's license, and be able to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening. Experience working with youth and a bachelor's degree are preferred. Send your resume to [email protected] or 73 High Point Rd., Tavernier, FL 33070, or fax to 305-852-6902.
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Looking for help in the office with work orders, deposits, answering phone calls, etc.
Interested? Reach out to MJ at
305-451-9796
for more details
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Job Opportunity Submitted
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Contact Name
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Lorenzo Giles
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Contact Phone
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3056001411
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Contact Email
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Job Title
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A/V Technician, Programmer, Field Manager
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Job Description
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OPPORTUNITIES WITH
OCEAN REEF COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
The Ocean Reef Community Association (ORCA) in North Key Largo is hiring!
Interested in joining our team? Check out our website at:
orcareef.com
Positions are available in the following areas:
(click on the job title for more details)
ORCA Administration Vacancies:
- Receptionist (Temporary - Full-Time)
Ocean Reef Public Safety Department:
Full-Time Animal Services Technician
For consideration, please apply online at
orcareef.com and send your resume to:
Talent Acquisition Division
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HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED
$10-11.00 per hour depending on experience
Experience Preferred, Must Pass Background
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The UPS Store at Ocean Reef- Now Hiring!
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Job Opportunity Submitted
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Contact Name
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Christina Watson
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Contact Phone
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Contact Email
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Job Title
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Part time receptionist
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Job Description
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Please call or email Christina if you're interested in applying.
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Zero Dress Code in Islamorada is looking for a
Full-time or Part-time Sales Position
The Dress Code in Ocean Reef is looking for a
Part-time Sales or Seasonal Position
Send Resume to
[email protected]/ Inquire in person at either location or Call Suzi 305-393-4445
Thank you!
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Did you Know?
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Let us help you promote your next event, post your job openings, or sh
are your member member deals. The Ocean Reef Chamber of Commerce is happy to:
Complimentary (on our website):
-Post job openings
-Share member to member specials
-Post current coupons being offered
Minimal fee:
-Send e-blast to our contact list on your behalf
-Feature your story on our newsletter
-Post flyers on our social networks
Contact us at 305-367-3646 to find out more!
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