Wed, Oct 6, 8:30AM: Ambassadors Committee Meeting (Chamber, 2310 Edwards Dr)
Wed, Oct 6, Leadership 2021 Class - Week 1
Thurs, Oct 7, 8:30AM: Member Advocacy Meeting (online)
Fri, Oct 8, 9:00AM: Golf Committee Meeting (Eastwood Golf Course, 4600 Bruce Herd Ln)
Mon, Oct 11, 3:30PM: Foundation Executive Committee Meeting (online)
Tues, Oct 12, 8:00AM: Executive Committee Meeting (TBD)
Wed, Oct 13, Leadership 2021 Class - Week 2
Fri, Oct 15, 9:00AM: DEI Committee Focus Group (online)
Tues, Oct 19, 7:30AM: Board Meeting (Crowne Plaza, 13051 Bell Tower Blvd)
Tues, Oct 19, 8:30AM: Foundation Board Meeting (Crowne Plaza, 13051 Bell Tower Blvd)
Wed, Oct 20, Leadership 2021 Class - Week 3
Wed, Oct 20, 4:00PM: Women in Business Committee Mtg (LCSD Building, 2855 Colonial Blvd)
Tues, Oct 26, 8:30AM: Leadership NEXT Committee Mtg (Priority Marketing, 12140 Carissa Commons Ct)
Wed, Oct 27, Leadership 2021 Class - Week 4
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WOMEN IN BUSINESS - BREAST HEALTH |
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Women In Business will host their October 6 networking program at the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce Office (2310 Edwards Drive, Fort Myers) from 4:00-6:00PM. During the program Dr. Robert Stanfill M.D., Board Member of Radiology Regional and skilled women's imaging radiologist, will speak about the importance of annual screening mammograms and cancer awareness. Radiology Regional staff will be on-site during the event to schedule appointments for anyone who is due for their annual mammogram exam. Radiology Regional is also offering a special rate for uninsured patients of $99 for their 3D screening mammograms. This special rate will be valid for appointments scheduled September 15-November 30. To access this rate now, women should call the scheduling department at 239-936-4068 or schedule an appointment online at radiologyregional.com
The Non-Profit Spotlight is Partners for Breast Cancer Care, an organization that provides no-cost breast screening, diagnostic testing, surgery and treatment to low-income, uninsured women and men of any age.
The cost to attend Women In Business is $10 for Chamber Members, $20 for Future Members. Admission includes one complimentary beverage and light appetizers.
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LEADERSHIP NEXT AT KAVA CULTURE |
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Leadership NEXT will host their October networking program at Kava Culture Kava Bar in Downtown Fort Myers (2400 First Street, Suite 104, Fort Myers) on Tuesday, October 12. Guest Speakers Christine "CC" Costello, Jacqueline L. Rusher, and Shelby Schram will educate attendees on what Kava is, and the benefits it provides. The Kava Culture team will offer samples of what's on tap.
The cost to attend Leadership NEXT is $10 for Chamber members, and $20 for future members.
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BUSINESS BEFORE BREAKFAST |
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This event is for our early-risers! Enjoy light refreshments while networking on Thursday, October 14 from 7:30-8:30am. This month's host is Suncoast Credit Union. There is no cost to attend. We kindly ask you to register to help us with attendee counts for breakfast. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards!
Suncoast Credit Union requires masks for all individuals in their buildings, regardless of vaccination status. We appreciate you respecting and following the guidelines of our host venue.
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The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce is looking to help area businesses address their workforce needs – specifically related to recruitment and retention. Part of this initiative includes DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion). We will be convening a DEI focus group on Friday, October 15 from 9:00am-10:00am to learn what area businesses are currently doing related to DEI, and what needs the Chamber may be able to assist with as companies develop DEI programs and initiatives.
Our goal is to gather representatives from 10-12 companies of various sizes to participate on a Zoom call to share their existing practices and materials, discuss basic tools for recruitment as it relates to DEI, and to learn what information, training, and materials are needed to help businesses launch or expand DEI programs to assist in acquiring and retaining talent. If you would to participate please reach out to subcommittee co-chairs Mark Weber ( Manager, Florida Business Operations, Minnesota Twins) and Desiree De Molina ( Communications Manager, Alliance for the Arts).
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Meet your fellow Chamber members at Coastal Dayz Brewery (2161 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers) on Monday, October 18 for a night of casual networking. We'll be there from 5:00-7:00pm. $15 for Chamber Members, $20 for Future Members. Admission includes one free drink .
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Join us at Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Myers-Estero on Thursday, October 21 for our Workforce Housing Panel Discussion. John Talmage, Director of Lee County Economic Development Office, will lead a panel of experts in a discussion about the urgent issues surrounding affordable workforce housing, housing costs, availability, funding, and solutions to ensure that Southwest Florida is always able to recruit and retain top talent in industries across the board. Panelists include: Becky Lucas, Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties; Phillip Ford, Lee Building Industry Association; Marcia Davis, The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers; and Jennifer Warner, Florida Realtors.
If you or someone you know have experienced a lack of affordable housing or wondered about the rising cost of real estate, this luncheon will be the perfect place to learn how to navigate the tide of this current market and set yourself and your employees up for future success and security.
$25 for Chamber Members, $25 for FRLA Members, $35 for Future Members. Register online or call 239.332.2930.
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The tournament is nearly sold out! We have space for only 5 more golfers. Single golfer is $199, foursome is $799; includes cart and green fees, food from "Taste of the Chamber" restaurants on the course, boxed lunch, and beverages throughout the day.
Not only is the golf tournament lots of fun, but there are great sponsorship opportunities to promote your business - and there are a few still available!
Contest Sponsor - Closest to the Pin or Longest Drive, $550
Tent Sponsor, $1,000
Banner Sponsor - only 4 left! $250
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The Chamber kindly asks event attendees to respect and follow the COVID-19 guidelines of each host venue. |
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Lobby Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Address: 2310 Edwards Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33901
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Event Registration: https://members.fortmyers.org/events
Member Directory: https://members.fortmyers.org/search
Member Portal Access: https://members.fortmyers.org/Portal/
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