A 5-Star Accredited Chamber of Commerce
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Happy March, GNV!
Just a reminder from last week- we will be changing the way you receive your information from the Chamber starting April 1st!
Monday mornings at 9am, we will be sending out an update of EVENTS happening with the Chamber and our members! On Wednesday mornings at 7am, you will be receiving a NEWS update from the Chamber and our members. Next week we will be sharing the processes, rules for submitting, and what it will look like, so keep an eye out for that!
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You're invited to a special webinar on March 7th, 12pm-1pm, unveiling an unforgettable journey to Tuscany, Italy. Get a comprehensive overview of the itinerary and insights to make your journey memorable! Register to secure your spot.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Business Before Hours - Ronald McDonald House Charities of North Central Florida
Tuesday, March 12th
8:30am - 10:00am
2121 SW 16th Street
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 60 attendees.
If you register to attend then find out you will not be able to make it, email Steve Cannon so we may free up your seat for another Chamber member.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Small Business Roundtable
Thursday, March 14th
8:30am - 10:00am
The Chamber
300 E. University Avenue, Suite 100
Gainesville, FL 32601
As a Business Advocacy Group, the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce is here to support all businesses in the Greater Gainesville region. With over 85% of our chamber members being small businesses, we wanted to create an event specifically for them.
Small businesses often feel that they are "alone in the fight." But in actuality, most small business owners are experiencing the same highs and lows. The small business support group is an opportunity for owners of businesses with 25 employees or less to come together and share ideas, questions and experiences(maybe even a rant or two). We hope that you walk away from the group with a new support system and maybe even learn a few things that can help with your business development.
Since this is a new program for the chamber, our 1st few meetings will be an open round-table style, encouraging group conversation. From there, we plan to grow and adapt the group based upon the suggestions of our small business owners.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75 Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, March 14th
4:00pm - 6:00pm
3275 SW 40th Blvd
Gainesville, FL 32608
Join us with Residence Inn Gainesville as they are thrilled to be celebrating their grand re-opening and completion of their recent renovation. Designed for longer stays, each of their guest suites are fully stocked with cookware and dining utensils. They offer a variety of room types for anyone traveling into the area on behalf of work, relocation, or even to just enjoy the beautiful Gainesville area.
There will be drinks, hors d'oeuvres, music, tours, and giveaways!
The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will commence at 4:45pm.
Contact: Emily Crawford
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UPCOMING EVENT!
GGYP Monthly Mixer: I Love Loosey's
Thursday, March 14th
5:30pm - 7:30pm
120 SW 1st Ave,
Gainesville, FL 32601
Join the Greater Gainesville Young Professionals for their monthly CONNECT event! CONNECT mixers are your opportunity to meet other young professionals in the community and build relationships.
This month, we'll be connecting at Loosey’s in Downtown Gainesville. Loosey's is all about American craft beer, live music, quality food, and a great, casual atmosphere. Join us for chit-chattin and more! As always, your 1st beverage is on us. Plus, Loosey’s will be offering a discount to all attendees!
This event is for members of the community between the ages of 21-39.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
GGYP Discover Event - Bikes & Brews
Saturday, March 16th
10:00am - 2:00pm
First Magnitude Brewing
1220 SE Veitch St.
Gainesville, FL 32601
Join us for one of our quarterly DISCOVER events!
This event was rescheduled due to weather so we’re hoping for clear skies this time!
We'll park and start at First Magnitude at 10AM, wait for everyone to arrive and ride out around 10:30 am. Then we'll ride to La Chua trail (1 miles), get off and explore La Chua trail (~30-45mins), ride to Paynes Prairie overlook (.8) miles, ride back to First Magnitude (1.8 miles), Drink beer, kombucha or sparkling seltzer, enjoy the food trucks, Taino Roots & DB's Rolling Dough, and be merry!
Don't have a bike? Have no fear! Pedego will be providing e-bikes for $15 per person.
This event is for members of the community between the ages of 21-39.
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Save the Date and Stay Tuned for More Info! |
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The 2024 Sponsorship Opportunity Book Is Here!
Looking for ways to get your business exposure? Interested in getting more involved in what the Chamber has to offer? Well, here is your chance to explore Opportunities!
Click here to access the full book.
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TeensWork Alachua County is Ready to Help You Stock Your Talent Pipeline |
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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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Don't miss out on your chance to have your voice heard; make plans to attend and share your thoughts! |
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Vote Alachua - Voter Guide |
Election season is almost upon us and we want you to be as prepared as possible.This booklet, supplied by the office of Kim A. Barton, Supervisor of Elections, has all the information you need to make sure you are ready to cast your vote. Want a hard copy? Stop by our office and pick one up: 300 E. University Avenue, Suite 100, Gainesville, FL 32601 |
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Illumination on the Topic of the Power District
On Wednesday, February 28th, Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) and the City Commission met to talk about the Downtown Power District, the properties surrounding Depot Park, and the potential for future investment in our community.
This large availability of space, totaling 24 acres-worth of vacant lots appraised and valued at $22M in 2023, could mean an exciting turn in the years to come.
The site has minimal environmental concerns and restrictions, which opens the playing field for new commercial ventures making Downtown Gainesville their business home.
The Chamber is thrilled to hear this positive news, and our team looks forward to offering support during the foreseeable growth in Downtown.
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The Gainesville Chamber Foundation and its local partners have launched the Cash for College campaign to promote Free Applications for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion as students and their families make plans for education beyond high school. This is free and open to ALL Alachua County students! Join us at Buchholz High School tomorrow from 5:30-7 and then again on Thursday at Hawthorne High School, as we walk through this process together!
Register here to attend: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/276CYXT
What to bring:
Student and parent FSA ID (user name and password)
Student and parent(s) drivers license number(s)
Student and parent(s) Social Security number(s)
Alien registration number if you are not a US Citizen
Parent(s) date(s) of birth
Note: You are required to consent to the IRS Date Retrieval Tool to be eligible for financial aid
How to Create an Account and User Name (FSA ID) at StudentAid.gov - YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTb7hMVtzco
Troubleshooting Your Account User Name and Password (FSA ID) - YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIwnEbOXSGg
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Florida College Decision Day, April 5th!
The Greater Gainesville Chamber Foundation and Alachua County Public Schools invite students, families, and friends to celebrate graduating seniors' academic achievement on Florida College Decision Day. Florida College Decision Day sponsored by the Florida Lottery is inspired by the NCAA's National Signing Day, which celebrates students who have received athletic scholarships.
We believe all students' academic achievements should be celebrated. That's why we launched Florida College Decision Day to celebrate students' plans for life after high school.
Florida College Decision Day recognizes all students for their postsecondary plans, whether they are planning on attending 4-year college, 2-year college, technical school, or the military. Last year, Newberry, Buchholz, and Eastside High School principals introduced their students.
Florida College Decision Day celebrates Florida high school graduates' achievements as they matriculate to any state college, university, or the military anywhere in the world.
Celebration Pointe
On the stage in the Promenade
4949 Celebration Pointe Avenue
Gainesville, Florida 32608
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
There is no registration Fee.
Registration closes on Friday, March 22.
Register at:
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The Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute (FSI) has initiated the process to designate the Florida Springs Region as a National Heritage Area.
A National Heritage Area (NHA) is a place designated by the U.S. Congress where natural, cultural, historic, and scenic resources combine to form a cohesive, nationally important, and distinctive landscape. NHAs highlight the national experience shaped by a region’s unique geography and acknowledges its significance to the traditions and culture which evolved and persist in those regions…READ MORE
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Interface Teaching Conference to Share AI Tips, Teaching Tools for Higher Education Instructors, Faculty
The University of Florida’s Center for Teaching Excellence is proud to open the annual Interface Teaching Conference highlighting teaching best practices and hands-on workshops to instructors beyond UF for the first time this spring. This one-day session, April 17 from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., will showcase tools and methods for incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching and learning. Tickets are $50, which includes lunch and breakfast. The conference will be held at Emerson Alumni Hall, 1938 W. University Ave. in Gainesville, across the street from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
This is the 15th year for this dynamic conference and the theme is “Imagine the Possibilities: AI In Higher Education.” Interface Teaching Conference 2024 aims to empower educators in the digital age by fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, and exploring cutting-edge strategies for leveraging technology in the classroom. With a diverse array of workshops, presentations, and interactive sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical skills to enhance their teaching practices.
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2024 Nowruz and International Festival
The festival will take place on March 16th and 17th, from 11:00am to 5:00pm, at Thornebrook Villages, Gainesville.
- There will be seven different countries represented by food vendors.
- There will be additional vendors selling jewelry, artwork, and crafts.
- Five different countries represented in dance performances.
- There will be a DJ present on both days of the festival.
- There will be a nationality costume competition, with three judges awarding the best dressed guest a prize.
- The festival will be recorded with a regular camera and drone camera.
The final performance will be an American line dance (the Cha Cha Slide!) and people of all nationalities are encouraged to join in the dance to represent that WE ARE ALL ONE! So, please join us with your nationality or any meaningful traditions if you believe We Are All One!
Sponsored and organized by Ziba De Beaute.
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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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