Ambassador of the Month, Stacy

For her continued support and participation in Chamber events and committees, Stacy Gillis of Advanced Video Systems, was recognized as Ambassador of the Month by the Ambassadors Team at last week's meeting. Stacy also supports us as the Chamber's photographer. Thank you!

If you would like to volunteer with us as a member of the Ambassadors Team, email Emmy at membership@centralchamber.biz. The group meets monthly on the first Wednesday at 8:15 a.m.

Free for members. $25 for guests.

Ribbon-Cutting Celebration at

Holiday Inn Express

The team at Holiday Inn Express Clearwater - Icot Center celebrated the renovations of the hotel with an evening celebration last week. They are located at 13625 Icot Blvd, Clearwater.

Above, Christopher Williams, Area General Manager, cuts a Chamber ribbon to commemorate the occasion. On the left, Chamber members Peter Zirolli of Transform Solar, Morelia Dothe of Fifth Third Bank, and Joan Marchand of JOMAR Media enjoyed the evening's activities which included a magician. Thank you to Advanced Video Systems for the event photos!

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