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APPLICATION DEADLINE: THIS FRIDAY!!!!!
Award applications are open until 5pm, this Friday, October 13th!
Apply TODAY; don't miss this chance to show how your company makes Gainesville GREATER!
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To start the application process, be sure to click the link below; if you would like to view the questions you will be asked on the live form in advance, please click here to view the PDFs for each category! |
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Thank you to our Cocktail Sponsor |
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And our AMAZING award SPONSORS:
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Register Today to Attend the Annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon, presented by VyStar Credit Union
Join us at the UF Hilton Conference Center on Tuesday, October 31st as we honor and celebrate our veterans. Presented by VyStar Credit Union and supported by Corporate Sponsor, Haven Hospice, as well as Supporting Sponsors Comfort Temp, First Federal Bank, and GRUCOM, this event is free for veterans to attend. Bring your fellow veterans, celebrate your employees who served in the Armed Forces, or just come to show your support and have lunch with heroes.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Nominations Now Open for the 2023 Win Phillips Town Gown Relations Award
The Win Phillips Town Gown Relations Award was established in 2022 to celebrate the connections between the University of Florida and the Greater Gainesville area and highlight the achievements of those who collaborate for the mutual benefit of the campus and community.
Nominations are welcome for individuals and organizations who have made...READ MORE
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Distinguished Speaker Luncheon Featuring UF Health President Dr. David R. Nelson
We are delighted to welcome UF Health President Dr. David R. Nelson as our Distinguished Speaker on Wednesday, October 11th, from 11:30 am to 1:15 pm. Dr. Nelson will update us on his plans and priorities for UF Health. This member-exclusive event includes a hot buffet lunch. These popular luncheons fill up quickly, register today!
David R. Nelson, M.D. was appointed senior vice president for health affairs at the University of Florida and president of UF Health in April 2019. Dr. Nelson oversees operations for all components of UF Health, the university’s academic health center, with campuses in Gainesville, Jacksonville and Central Florida. This includes six health science colleges, 10 interdisciplinary research centers and institutes, three hospital systems and more than 100 physician practices.
Dr. Nelson is committed to strategically positioning UF Health for smart growth, with a focus on engaging in high-value partnerships that further shared cultures and goals; enhancing operations; supporting faculty, staff and students; and fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Under Dr. Nelson’s leadership, UF Scripps Biomedical Research joined the UF and UF Health family in April 2022. A professor of medicine and an expert in liver disease, Dr. Nelson’s record of academic achievement includes more than $100 million in research funding, more than 200 publications and multiple leadership roles in his area of expertise.
Thanks to Our 2023 Distinguished Speaker Series Sponsor
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Member Appreciation and Anniversary Party!
Wednesday, October 11th
5:00pm - 7:00pm
UF Hilton Conference Center
1714 SW 34th Street
Gainesville, FL 32607
Join us for the annual Member Appreciation and Anniversary Party! This is a celebration of ALL our members as we say thank you for your continued membership! We will also recognize our milestone anniversary members celebrating 10, 20, 30, 40, 50+ years of membership with our Chamber.
The event is free for Chamber members and their employees, but be sure to register!
Elio Piedra and Tu Fiesta Radio will be bringing "The Fiesta" and the event will include complimentary drinks and food! Come on out and celebrate all of the members who make GNV GREATER!
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:
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UPCOMING EVENT!
IQ Fiber Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, October 12th
3:00pm - 7:00pm
4625 NW 6th Street
Gainesville, FL
Join us as we welcome IQ Fiber to the Greater Gainesville region!
IQ Fiber is based in Jacksonville, FL and is expanding into our Greater Gainesville region. As North Florida's only residential fiber-optic internet provider, IQ Fiber offers fast symmetrical upload and download speeds, a streamlined customer experience with no contracts, fees or data caps, and a local team to help along the way.
Join us for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, giveaways and more! The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 3pm.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
The Myers & Briggs Foundation Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, October 12th
4:00pm - 5:30pm
203 NE 1st Street
Gainesville, FL 32601
Join us as we celebrate Myers & Briggs Foundation as they open their new location in Gainesville. Previously ''Center For Applications Of Psychological Type'' - they have been members of the Greater Gainesville for over twenty years.
At Myers & Briggs Foundation, they go far beyond personality labels—their work is about the constructive use of differences through personality type. When we learn to value our own differences and extend this to affirming the differences in others, we can build relationships based on reciprocal value.
There will be tours, drinks, and hors d'oeyvres.
The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 4:30pm.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Greater Gainesville Young Professionals
Halloween Party
Friday, October 13th
6:30pm - 10:00pm
Splitz
1301 NW 76th Blvd
Gainesville, FL 32606
A Friday the 13th in October? Say no more, we'll throw an awesome Halloween party for our Young Professionals!
Friday the 13th only happens once every 212 days. And this year, it just happened to happen in October SO we're taking advantage of it!
If you are between the ages of 21-39, join us for our first ever Halloween Party with drinks, hors d'oeuvres, games, karaoke, raffles, bowling, a costume contest and more.
Let's get spooky ya'll!
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UPCOMING EVENT!
CEO Insights: Kevin Greiner, CEO at Gas South
Tuesday, October 17th
8:00am - 9:30am
The Hippodrome
1301 NW 76th Blvd
Gainesville, FL 32606
Join us as Kevin Greiner, CEO of Gas South, shares his career experiences and perspectives on leadership. Kevin Greiner has served as Gas South’s President and CEO since the company’s founding in 2006. Gas South is one of the southeast’s largest energy marketers and provides natural gas to over 425,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in competitive markets.
In December 2020, Gas South announced the acquisition of Infinite Energy, which more than doubled its revenues to nearly $1 billion and made the company the largest retail natural gas provider in Georgia and Florida. As part of its community commitment, Gas South pledges to give back 5% of its profits to organizations helping children in need and has established a goal investing $50m in solar energy projects by the end of 2023!
Register today to come out and hear how Kevin has gotten to where he is, learn about the culture he has cultivated, and go back to your organization with thoughts on how YOU can create impact.
AGENDA: 8:00: Registration and Breakfast
8:30 - 9:30AM Program / Q&A
CEO InSights is presented by:
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Atrium Management Ribbon Cutting - Camelot - A Hammocks Community
Tuesday, October 17th
11:00am - 1:00pm
3425 SW 2nd Ave
Gainesville, FL 32605
Join us as we celebrate Atrium Management Company - Camelot and Hammocks at Camelot for their grand opening! Atrium Management Company is based out of Orlando, Florida and manages eight multi-family properties and communities in Gainesville that have been fully renovated and rebranded.
There will be drinks, hors d'oeuvres, food from Uppercrust Bakery, giveaways, tours, music, and speeches.
The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will commence at 11:30AM.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Lunch & Learn: Prepare For Impact
with Ginny MacKoul
Wednesday, October 18th
12:00pm - 1:00pm
LifeSouth Community Blood Center
1221 NW 13th Street
Gainesville, FL 32601
Are you ready? 2024 will be here before we know it!
Let's get prepared to make this year better than ever! Virginia "Ginny" MacKoul will share checklists and to-do's to ensure you, your team, and your company are set up for success this coming year. Get ready to Prepare for Impact!
Learning Objectives: Together, we'll review best practices to keep your Clients engaged, your Team Members fulfilled, and we'll take a fresh look at our strategies and marketing tactics to ensure they are ready for a thriving 2024!
Presented by Virginia MacKoul, Owner of Impact Hive, a full-service marketing company in Gainesville, FL.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Momentum Rehab and Chiropractic
Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, October 19th
4:00pm - 6:00pm
2341 NW 41st Street, Suite C
Gainesville, FL 32606
Join us as we help celebrate Momentum Rehab and Chiropractic's rebranding (formerly North Florida Rehab and Chiropractic). They are a comprehensive chiropractic rehab clinic providing drug free, non-surgical pain relief care in the form of exercise, functional movement, shockwave, adjustments, and cold laser.
There will be drinks, snacks, giveaways, and tours. The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 4:30pm.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Alachua County Delegation Luncheon
Wednesday, October 25th
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Santa Fe College
Multipurpose Room S-326
3000 NW 83rd St
Gainesville, FL 32606
Join us at Santa Fe College for our Alachua County Delegation—Sen. Jennifer Bradley, Sen. Keith Perry, Rep. Chuck Clemons, Rep. Yvonne Hayes Hinson and Rep. Chuck Brannon—on Wednesday, October 25th. The luncheon will start at 12:00 and end at 1:00 and this is an excellent opportunity to engage with our delegation on issues of importance to you as we charge ahead to 2024. Boxed lunches will be served, and registration is required to attend.
After lunch, our elected officials will proceed to the Legislative Delegation Meeting in SFC Auditorium Multi-purpose Room R-01 from 1:30 am to 5:00 pm. The delegates will hear from the public on local issues. We look forward to seeing you on the 25th.
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The people have voted and now the shirts are in!
The Greater Gainesville Young Professionals are producing their 1st t-shirt, designed by one of our very own members.
Do you want a soft, fashionable and all around awesome shirt that represents many of the great things that make up Greater Gainesville?
We have a cute white crop top option or a unisex olive t-shirt. Both guarantee you'll be the most fashionable person in the room.
Put in your order TODAY!
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Don't forget to stop by our Chamber Tailgate before every home game to hang out with our team and our fantastic Spirit Partners! We will see you on November 4th as the Gators take on Arkansas! |
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DEADLINE - OCT 20TH!!
Don't miss your chance to advertise in our upcoming Centennial Directory! We are celebrating 100 years and we'd love to commemorate YOUR membership! The deadline is rapidly approaching, so reach out TODAY to secure your spot!
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Showcase Your Business:
Host a Chamber Event in 2024!
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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Community Conversation: The “Business” Of The Childcare Business
The Greater Gainesville Chamber, Children's Trust of Alachua County, and the Business Leadership Institute invite you to a Community Conversation on the Business of Childcare and its Impact on the North Central Florida Economy over the next five years. The Forum will take place on Friday, October 13, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Thomas Coward Auditorium at 224 SE 24th Street, Gainesville, Florida 32641.
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Applicants Sought for the Children's Trust of Alachua County
Alachua County is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on the Children's Trust of Alachua County. There is one appointment coming available. Applications must be received by Monday, October 30, 2023, to be considered at the November 14 County Commission meeting for possible recommendations to the Governor's Office.
The Children's Trust of Alachua County is an Independent Special District whose mission is to fund and support a coordinated system of community services that allows all youth and their families to thrive.
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Don't miss out on your chance to have your voice heard; make plans to attend and share your thoughts! |
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Pepine Realty to Host Virtual Seminar |
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Join us for our AirBnB Seminar on Monday, October 23rd from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. During the seminar, you will learn about how owning and hosting a short-term rental can be lucrative and fun if done correctly. We will teach you the tools and resources you need to start your journey. We will cover income and expense expectations, financing options, time commitment/management options, property identification, listing positioning, optimal pricing, tax knowledge, and risk and liability. If you've ever had an interest in getting into the short-term rental market, here's your chance to learn more.
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UF Center for Arts, Migration, + Entrepreneurship to Host Film Screening
UF Center for Arts, Migration + Entrepreneurship invites you to the first event in our 2023-24 series of film screenings highlighting international experiences of migration. Beginning on October 11 at the Matheson Museum, we will present Mija, a documentary exploring the hopes and challenges of Latina daughters of immigrants pursuing their dreams in the music industry.
We appreciate the support of our co-sponsors, including the UF Center for the Humanities and the Public Sphere, the UF Center for Latin American Studies, the UF Department of Political Science and the UF Center for European Studies.
This is a FREE event that is open to the public.
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Butler to Host Annual Car Show Benefiting United Way of North Central Florida |
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Butler Enterprises will host the Third Annual International Car Show on Saturday, October 14th from 9 AM to 12 PM at Butler Town Center. The show will feature over 120 cars and motorcycles from Corvettes, Ferraris, Vipers, and Ducati Streetfighters. All financial proceeds from the show will benefit United Way of North Central Florida. This Annual Car Show raises thousands of dollars each year and draws thousands of spectators of all ages. United Way of North Central Florida is a nonprofit organization that serves Alachua, Bradford, Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy, and Union County. United Way of North Central Florida provides...READ MORE
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Bonne et Belle to Celebrate One Year Anniversary
Bonne et Belle is popping the bubbly and opening their doors for the 2023-24 event season! Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and music in the White Barn and tour their beautiful ready rooms. Come see their exciting new enhancements and gorgeous new Meadow ceremony site!
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AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Florida, Seeks Unique Collections in Alachua County |
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The American Pickers are excited to return to Florida! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in January 2024. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find historically significant or rare items, in addition to unforgettable Characters and their collections.
As they hit the back roads from coast to coast, the Pickers are on a mission to...READ MORE
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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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