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Today is National Compliment Day and can we just tell you that you have IMPECCABLE taste in newsletter subscriptions?!
Be sure to pay someone a compliment today (and if you can't think of anything nice to say, remember it is also National Peanut Butter Day, so feel free to celebrate that instead).
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The Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce proudly invites you to attend our upcoming Annual Meeting, presented by Seacoast Bank! Corporate tables are now available, but going FAST!
This is a chance to celebrate the successes of the previous year, set the tone for the upcoming year, network, and witness the passing of the gavel as we say farewell well to the outgoing Board Chair, Clay Martin, and welcome in new Chair, Domenic Scorpio! This year, the theme is Opportunity; make plans now to join us as celebrate our 99th Annual Meeting!
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Congratulations to the 2023 Fierce Award Winners!
Amber Miller – Executive/CEO, United Way
Brande Smith – Attorney, Office of the General Counsel, University of Florida
Carrie Gratto – LMHC/Owner, Sojourn Counseling Session
Christina Ramos – Executive Director & Administrator, Touching Hearts at Home
Dr. Melissa Cere – Owner, Physical Therapist, Kinetix Physical Therapy
Dr. Miranda Whitmer – Dermatologist and ASMS-trained Mohs surgeon, Forefront Dermatology
Erin Porter – Manager of Marketing and Public Relations, Gainesville Regional Airport
Jennifer Lester – Partner, Avera & Smith LLP
Kayla Turner – Property Manager, Contemporary Management
Lacey Jones – Associate Vice President for Marketing and Communications, InfoTech
Melissa Long – Executive Director of Talent Management, UF Advancement
Minde Prince O’Sullivan – President, Rex and Brody Foundation
Monica McMillen – Attorney, Law Offices of Monica McMillen, P.A.
Ronna Jackson – Chaplain, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 16
Sarah Cain – Principal, Sarah Cain Design
Shannon Summerlin – Director of Development, UF Law
Shereka Nicole – Founder and Community Outreach Director, Premier Moms
Staci Bertrand – Government and Community Relations Manager, Duke Energy
Stephanie Marchman – Shareholder, GrayRobinson
Tammy Dygert – Director, startGNV
Tatila Paul – Program Director, The Education Foundation of Alachua County
Zabel Thur de Koos – Broker / Owner, Lexis Real Estate / Nalbandian Properties
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Chamber Team Participates in Fun Team Building
Last week, members of your Chamber staff participated in a fun volunteer opportunity with the Gainesville Sports Commission at the brand new Alachua County Sports Events Center in Celebration Pointe! The ACSEC is playing host to some of the most amazing field and track athletes for the next 4 weeks and YOU can play a part. Now, they won't let you try to participate as an athlete in the pole vault (we asked), but you CAN assist with numerous other tasks, all while taking part in some fun team building and getting an inside view of this amazing new facility! Reach out to Gainesville Sports Commission to pick a date and time. Whether it is just you or you bring your whole team, we hope to see you out there: January 26-29, 2023
February 2-5, 2023
February 9-12, 2023
February 16, 2023
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UPCOMING EVENT
Tadlock Roofing Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, January 25th
10:30am - 12:00pm
5111 NW 13th St
Gainesville, FL, 32609
Join us as we celebrate Tadlock Roofing!
Tadlock Roofing has provided quality service to the North and Central Florida area since 1980. All of their work is personally guaranteed. They provide solutions to fit any roofing budget, and are your source for residential or commercial roofing needs – from new construction to repairs, re-roofs, maintenance and insulation. They promise to always to the right thing to ensure their customers' satisfaction because they truly care. They care about your families and your homes.
Though Tadlock Roofing has been servicing our region for many years, this is their 1st official office in Greater Gainesville! Join us for celebrating, mingling, breakfast, and even a roof giveaway!
The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 11am.
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UPCOMING EVENT
GGYP Thrive Event- How To Keep Your New Years Resolutions with Karen Colwell
Wednesday, January 25th
5:30pm - 7:30pm
The Chamber
300 E. University Avenue, Suite 100
Gainesville, FL, 32609
Join us for an awesome personal development opportunity to kick off 2023.
This event is only for young professionals of our community between the ages of 21-39.
How many times have you heard or said the phrase “new year, new you”? At the beginning of a new year, we make resolutions in hopes of becoming a better version of ourselves. A few weeks later, we’ve already completely forgotten about our goals. Research shows that up to 80 percent of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. Join Karen Colwell, owner of B3 Gym, to finally figure out how to break the cycle of failed and forgotten New Year’s resolutions and learn 3 tips to help you find your “new you” this year. We’ll discuss important aspects of goal setting and how to make a plan for success to help you reach your short- and long-term goals.
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UPCOMING EVENT
Jumpstart Your Membership
Tuesday, January 31st
9:00am - 10:00am
Zoom link will be emailed prior to the event
Join us for a virtual presentation on your chamber membership! Whether you are a new member or looking to get re-engaged, we are here to share some information an help you get more out of your chamber membership. We will also show how to navigate our online portal for your membership.
Learn more about your membership and meet other Greater Gainesville chamber members thanks to our sponsor, PNC Bank!
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UPCOMING EVENT
Business Before Hours
Tuesday, February 14
8:03am - 10:00am
Top Hog BBQ
Kanapaha Station
6500 SW Archer Road
Gainesville, FL 32608
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. Thank you to our sponsor:
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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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The Circle of Champions offers you a year-long marketing and engagement plan that includes exclusive invitations, advertising, event tickets and sponsorship recognition at all annual Chamber signature events!
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DIGITAL ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY!
Introducing Trihelix!
The Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce and Trihelix are excited to share a new digital advertising opportunity for our members! This opportunity will enable you to precisely target your desired customers based on real-world behaviors, create the ability for you to reduce your cost of acquiring customers, and allows you to track how many potential customers received your marketing message!
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Minority & Small Business Procurement Boot Camp
Are you a Florida-based minority or small business owner looking to learn the secrets to obtaining GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS & doing business with MAJOR CORPORATIONS? Would you like to meet with & learn from 20 government entities and corporations all in one place? This is the event for you!
Join us in TALLAHASSEE for an in-person, all-day workshop designed to educate minority and small businesses regarding PROCUREMENT . The all-day event will provide insight into Doing Business with the State of Florida, Responding to RFP’s, Financing Strategies Needed to Scale Up for Procurement, UniversityProcurement, Doing Business with AMAZON, Cracking the Code to Government Contracting, and, lastly, Taking Your Seat at the Table with the ORLANDO MAGIC!
Built in Visit with Vendor breaks throughout the day will allow each participant the opportunity to meet with each government entity and corporation personally. Breakfast, lunch & giveaways included! For additional info: EReyes@enterpriseflorida.com
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Now Accepting Applications For Leadership Gainesville Class #50
LG is Florida's OLDEST leadership program and is designed to identify, educate, and develop skills while examining key themes and/or issues affecting our community. Each year we receive nearly 100 applications and select approximately 50 individuals to participate. LG provides current and future leaders with the opportunity to learn more about what makes our region GREAT while developing their leadership skills and collaborating with people across all industries. Don't let the opportunity to participate in this milestone 50th year pass you by; apply TODAY!
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The Chamber, in partnership with Santa Fe College and the District Export Council invite you to join us for a deep dive into opportunity- Grow Sales Through Exports. Did you know that in addition to products, you can export services like architecture and engineering? There are so many resources at your disposal and the DEC is ready to share them with you. Whatever your business produces, there is an opportunity to share it with the world. We hope to see you there! |
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Butler Enterprises Announces Grand Opening of
Rock N Roll Sushi
Butler Enterprises is excited to announce that Rock N Roll Sushi is opening a second location in Gainesville at Butler North. The grand opening of this American-style sushi restaurant will be on January 23rd at 11 am. The first 100 guests will receive a year’s worth of Rockin’ Deals with Rock N Roll Sushi’s 12-track collection.
“We are not your typical sushi restaurant,” says Jim Dykes, the RNR Managing Partner. “They have options for both the connoisseur and the first-timer. Boasting a unique variety of sushi ingredients such as Cajun crawfish, seared tuna, and even strawberries, they really are sushi for everyone!”
Rock N’ Roll Sushi will be hosting two dine-and-donate events on Friday the 20th and Saturday the 21st from 5 pm to 8:30 pm. These events are for charity and will be by reservation only. The meals are complimentary, however, for both nights, guests will simply be asked to make an in-kind donation to Tyler's Hope Foundation and Faithful Friends Pet Rescue.
“RNR could not be more pleased to team up with such great organizations,” said Dykes. “We are very excited to be opening Rock N' Roll Sushi at the premier retail development in Florida!”
This American-style sushi restaurant offers an array of classic sushi rolls, specialty rolls, nigiri, and sashimi. Deliciously twisted menu items include Hibachi Back Stage, Kids Rock meals, and After-Party desserts. From Headliner signature rolls to Tour Bus Roll, Rock N’ Roll Sushi offers a dining-out-loud experience for all. Rock N' Roll Sushi will be located at 3205 Clark Butler Boulevard, Suite 50, Gainesville, FL 32608, next to Tijuana Flats in Butler North.
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The Gainesville Regional Airport Set To Host Fly-In
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) and its FBO, the University Air Center (UAC) will once again host the Gator Fly-In and Armed Services Appreciation Day Saturday, March 25, 2023.
A fly-in is a gathering for pilots who arrive by air. The event takes place from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at University Air Center, 4701 NE 40th Terrace, Gainesville, Fla. (Enter at General Aviation Entrance, Waldo Road) and is open to the public. Admission and parking are free, and a complimentary shuttle will be provided.
“Our annual Gator Fly-In and Armed Services Appreciation Day is our way of honoring all branches of the military, including some great Gator dignitaries, military and civil aviators who will be flying in many different types of aircraft to the UAC for the event,” says Allan Penksa, CEO, Gainesville Regional Airport. “It’s an exciting day for our community — especially anyone who is curious about flight — to learn more about aviation. We are honored to dedicate this year’s event to our dear friend and Gator Aviator Col. Joe Kittinger with a fitting and poignant ‘Flown West’ ceremony with a squadron of beautiful T-6 Texan and T-34 Mentors. We always look forward to sharing this very special celebration at our airport with the community.”
Planned events include opening ceremonies with a color guard and flyovers, most notably a T34 “Flown West” ceremony for the late Col. Joe Kittinger, USAF (ret.), Vietnam Prisoner of War (POW), Purple Heart Veteran and holder of the world record for the highest skydive (102,800 feet) from 1960 until 2012. The event begins with the first annual “Col. Joe ‘Pamcake’ Breakfast” at 8:30 a.m. and at 10 a.m., the gates will open to the public, with all participating aircraft in place. Opening ceremonies begin promptly at 11 a.m., with a color guard and drill team from the University of Florida (UF) ROTC program, followed by the National Anthem and “America the Beautiful.” At 11:15 a.m. a T34 Mentor and T-6 Texan “Flown West” ceremony honoring the late Col. Joe Kittinger will commence with participation by the Milton Lewis Young Marines. In addition, invited dignitaries will make speeches. (Invited guests include guests renowned American Aviator and U.S. National Aerobatic Champion Patty Wagstaff and Jamie Beckett, AOPA Ambassador and Pilot Safety Expert, with more to be announced.) Veterans’ groups from the North Central Florida region have been invited to participate.
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Dale Carnegie Course Begins Shortly
The Dale Carnegie Courses were developed by one of the most successful people of the 20th century and will teach participants how to build trust and motivate people, how to project an enthusiastic attitude, and to communicate logically, clearly, and concisely.
Millions have graduated from these courses including CEOs and CFOs, middle level managers and entry level team members. The list of successful business leaders that have completed this course is too large to include on this page.
Help us sign your team members for this class and it will help you energize and engage them to be more productive. If you've already invested in your team members, thank you for registering.
- This is an investment in our community. If you're a business leader, it's imperative to support this class. This is the foundation for the continued growth of Gainesville's businesses and industries.
- We only have a few seats left, though, so if you or your team want a spot, you have to sign up now.
- We are about 2 weeks away from the start of class.
- Classes are full in Jacksonville, Orlando, and Tampa. If Gainesville wants to compete for their talent, we must build ourselves up.
Our classes start Feb. 7, 2023 at a new location: the Coldwell Banker MM Parrish offices on NW 39th Avenue. If you want to learn to succeed, lead, and influence the people you interact with within your personal and professional life, sign up TODAY! Here is the link to register: https://tinyurl.com/DCWinter23
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Elevate Leadership Invites You To Dare to Dream
ELEVATE Leadership - Are You Stuck?
“ It’s time for you to define and design your life and dream without limits.” - Jill Nash
You are invited to join Elevate’s free Dare to Dream Challenge this Thursday at 1p. This can be the catalyst YOU need to get out of your head and take action on one idea you’ve been dreaming about. Elevate wants to create a community of leaders that are dreamers. Everything starts with vision - knowing what you want and actively pursuing it.
This challenge is good for those who are stuck. Stuck launching your startup. Stuck growing your new business. Stuck knowing the dream but unsure how to pursue it. Stuck on a stationary bike, so to speak, rather than on the bike that is taking you somewhere.
*Let this be your first action step today -- register for this free challenge!* with Jill Nash, CEO of Elevate and Jed Olsen, CEO of High Ticket Labs.
One small step like this is all it takes to move forward in the direction of your dreams.
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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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