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Is it a coincidence that May 16th is both National Mimosa Day AND the (value not specified) birthday of our Director of Communications and Marketing? We think NOT! Whether you spend the day sipping mimosas or actually getting work done, we hope you'll take take a look at all the goings on in Greater Gainesville, including saving the date for our upcoming community workshop and conference:
Opportunity Abounds: Building the Blueprint Together!
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Do you struggle to keep up with everything that is happening in our vibrant and growing community? We do too!
That’s why we’re hosting the “2023 Opportunity Abounds: Building the Blueprint Together” Community Conference. During this two-day event, we will hear from our city, county, public, private and non-profit leaders on the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
Topics include: infrastructure, education, the environment, the business landscape and conscientious growth.
Join us on August 23- 24 and make your voice heard as we build the Greater Gainesville Blueprint. Visit our website to secure your ticket!
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact Steve Cannon!
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Southern Title
Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, May 17th
5:00pm-7:00pm
100 SW 75th St, Suite 104
Gainesville, FL, 32607
Join us as we welcome Southern Title Holding Company to the Greater Gainesville community!
Southern Title Holding Company has been providing real estate title insurance and settlement services for Florida property owners for 28 years. New to the Gainesville market, Southern Title is thrilled to have the opportunity to protect the property rights of area residents while providing a smooth and seamless settlement process. They are able to provide this to residents through state off the art security and technology, an experienced and knowledgeable team and a culture of caring for the communities that they serve.
Join us for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, giveaways, music and more! The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 6pm.
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EVENT TODAY!
Business Before Hours:
HarborChase
Tuesday, May 16th
8:30am - 10:00am
1415 Fort Clarke Blvd
Gainesville, FL 3206
Join us for Business Before Hours, a structured yet relaxed environment for making effective connections within the Chamber business community. Participation in Business Before Hours is included in your Chamber Membership. You may find a strong referral source, a new vendor, the perfect client or simply get a foot in the door for connecting at larger events. Come build lasting business and personal relationships at Business Before Hours.
Participation is limited to 50 attendees.
If you register to attend then find out you will not be able to attend, email us so we may free up your seat for another Chamber member.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Lunch & Learn: Mental Wellness at Work
Wednesday, May 17th
12:00pm - 1:00pm
LifeSouth Community Blood Center
1121 NW 13th Street
Gainesville, FL 32601
1 in 5 adults in the United States will experience mental illness. However, only 1 in 3 will ask for help. As a result, many people will either miss work or will get less done on the job. That is why it is important to focus on workplace mental health. Addressing mental health and providing comprehensive programs for the prevention and treatment of mental illness at work can prevent / reduce burnout.
Key Take-aways by attending:
- Learn how to prevent / reduce burnout
- Understand how mental health impacts your employees and coworkers
- Identify practical strategies to cultivate a sense of calm, clarity and stability, even when things are stressful and overwhelming at work
- Learn to build strong and positive connections to provide a source of support
Presented by: Dr. Kent Mathias, Medical Director of UF Health Psychiatric Hospital Substance Abuse Unit
Thank you to our sponsor:
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UPCOMING EVENT
GGYP Strive Event: Diaper Drive With Early Learning Coalition
Wednesday, May 10th - Wednesday, May 24th
Every month, the Greater Gainesville Young Professionals select a different philanthropic focus point so they can STRIVE to be better members of their community!
This month, GGYP is helping the Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County with a Diaper Drive. The Early Learning Coalition promotes high-quality school readiness, voluntary pre-kindergarten, and after-school programs, thus increasing all children’s chances of achieving future educational success and becoming productive members of society.
Right now, ELC has a great need for diapers and wipes. You can purchase diapers and/or wipes and drop them off at The Greater Gainesville Chamber, Gainesville Health and Fitness Womens Center or the Starbucks on 13th street OR you can purchase them online.
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Join us on June 2nd for the Annual DRINK GNV Brewery Tour Presented by: Servpro of Gainesville West/Alachua County West
Guests will meet at Swamp Head Brewing Company at 2:45pm (Parking available). We'll visit all four local brewers including Blackadder, Cypress & Grove, First Magnitude, and Swamp Head. Each guest will receive a seat on the coach bus, a commemorative pint glass, a swag bag, food and beverage (BEER!) at each location and a chance to win prizes.
Space is limited and this event sells out every year so take advantage of the Early Bird pricing available now through April 30th.
For more information and to reserve your seat on the bus:
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Showcase Your Business:
Host a Chamber Event in 2023!
Calling all businesses: hosting a Chamber Business Before Hours or a Business After Hours Event is a great way to build exposure for your company!
These popular series of networking events draw attention from the professional community and are an excellent opportunity to showcase your business to entrepreneurs and customers from across our community. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to give your business more exposure and to become a familiar face in our community!
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The 2023 Opportunities Book is now available! Take a look and see where you'd like to get involved this year. Partnership opportunities range from joining the Circle of Champions to hosting a Business Before Hours at your location and everything in between! |
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On Friday, May 12th, the community gathered to celebrate some amazing local high school seniors who are taking their next steps into post-secondary education. Graduates were introduced on stage, received a pennant for their new school or military branch, and were cheered on by their friends and family.
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Did You Miss The Legislative Updates
This year's session has come to an end! Did you catch all of the updates? Click below to see the update for each week and then check out the Wrap Up for some final details!
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This Friday - Tu Fiesta Radio Presents Elio Piedra at Tioga
Elio Piedra will be performing live at The Tioga Town Center Square THIS FRIDAY, May 19th from 7-10pm. Thanks to Tu Fiesta Radio! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and come enjoy the sounds of Elio Piedra under the stars! This is a free outdoor concert, open to the public.
Elio is a Musician, Drummer, Entertainer, Singer, Arranger, Composer, and voting member at LARAS & NARAS Academy at Professional Musician! Elio was born in Cuba and began his musical career at the age of 10 at the Arts Conservatory Raul Sanchez. At fifteen, he gained entry into the National Conservatory of Music Carlos Hidalgo where he continued to hone his craft, even touring Cuba with the symphony orchestra. Elio immigrated to the United States at the age of 20 and began playing with many notable musicians in Miami. He eventually relocated to Gainesville, FL, where he lives with his wife. Highly in demand, Elio splits his time between live shows, drum instruction, and touring with his group, Elio’s Quartet.
Don't forget to visit the Town Center restaurants for dinner before the show, or to grab take-out to enjoy during the concert!
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PinkFest 2023 Powered By Celebration Pointe
Come join us for the 3rd Annual PinkFest Hosted by Celebration Pointe on Saturday, June 3rd, 2023 from 11 AM - 3 PM. This event is to bring awareness to all cancers while educating and uplifting our community. There will be numerous vendors providing educational tools and products formulated especially for someone during their cancer diagnosis, treatments, and after their treatments have been completed.
During this amazing event, we will recognize those currently battling any form of cancer and those who have lost their battle with cancer. We will have a 1K walk/run, live information sessions with Q & A, magic 101.3 will be broadcasting live , and much, much more.
**The 1K walk/run will commence at 12:00 PM **
THIS EVENT IS FREE AND ALL ARE WELCOME!! BRING YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND KIDS!!
Join us for PinkFest Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 11 AM – 3 PM @ Celebration Pointe located @ 4249 Celebration Pointe Ave Gainesville, FL 32608.
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Did You Know?
The American Institute of Architects, Gainesville Chapter provides one hour of consultation time each Friday from 12 to 1 pm in the lobby of Thomas Center Building B. Open to all. Please present any question relating to architecture to the AIA Gainesville Architect on duty!
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The Builders Association of North Central Florida (BANCF) Announces Graduation Ceremony from its Apprenticeship Program
The 2023 Apprenticeship Graduation took place at 7:00pm on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at the Santa Fe College Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall in Gainesville, FL. This year’s class was comprised of 41 apprentices from the electrical, heating and air conditioning, plumbing and carpentry trades. BANCF’s 2023 President, John Jones, spoke at the ceremony, where he applauded the apprentices for their hard work and dedication to the program. The keynote speech was delivered by The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) CEO, Boyd Worsham. The conferring of the degrees was delivered by Blake Fletcher, Santa Fe College Board of Trustees.
“Society has been pushing for everyone to go to college and the only way to “make it” or to be “successful in a career” is to have a college degree…… well, that may be true for some, but for the rest of us, I say the best career to have, is one in the trades. Society can’t function and communities can’t grow without the trades. We are important, you are important, which is why this evening is so special. Just like any other college graduate, you learned a skill and did the time, so be proud when you walk across this stage because you have “made it” and you do have a “successful career”,” said John Jones.
“Graduates from programs such as this are the future and the lifeblood of this vital industry. When the construction industry and education work together, as they have at Sante Fe College, improved outcomes for individuals and our communities are the result which is the ultimate win for our industry. NCCER is extremely proud to have been a small part of this huge win for the college and the graduates.”, said Boyd Worsham.
The Apprenticeship Program began in 2006 and the number of apprentices going through the program and graduating continues to grow every year. To date, the program has graduated over 500 apprentices. As the program grows, BANCF and Santa Fe College will continue to forward this ever-expanding workforce of skilled Journeyworker level tradesmen into our community and the industry.
“The BANCF Apprenticeship Program provides the unmatched opportunity for apprentices to receive a 1st class education, college credits, national accreditation, no-cost tuition, and the ability to earn over $150,000 throughout 4 years of training. Our instructors and facilities at Santa Fe College are phenomenal and the demand for our graduates is enormous. The graduates from this program have not only enhanced their skills but have developed a commitment and pride in their abilities that raises the craftsmanship bar for our members and our community”, said Ed Huene, Senior Project Manager of Parrish McCall Constructors.
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Did you know that as a member you can post your open job listings on our website?
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