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If you see some of our amazing EMTs and Paramedics out there dancing, don't worry- they haven't been into the schedule 2 drugs on their trucks: they are celebrating National EMS Week! We hope you don't need their services EVER, but if you see our emergency medical folks out in the community, be sure to thank them!
Speaking of celebrating, be sure to tune in below to see all the amazing things you've got going on, GNV!
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Do you struggle to keep up with everything that is happening in our vibrant and growing community? We do too!
That’s why we’re hosting the “2023 Opportunity Abounds: Building the Blueprint Together” Community Business Conference. During this two-day event, we will hear from our city, county, public, private and non-profit leaders on the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
Topics include: infrastructure, education, the environment, the business landscape and conscientious growth.
Join us on August 23- 24 and make your voice heard as we build the Greater Gainesville Blueprint. Visit our website to secure your ticket!
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact Steve Cannon!
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Next up on our YouTube program PIVOTED:
First Magnitute Brewing Co.!
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Have you LIKED and SUBSCRIBED to our YouTube channel yet? If you haven't, what are you waiting for? A sign? Well, here it is! |
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UPCOMING EVENT!
The Joint Chiropractic
Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, May 24th
5:00pm-7:00pm
SW 75th St, Blvd, Suite B
Gainesville, FL, 32608
Join us as we welcome The Joint Chiropractic to Greater Gainesville!
As the nation's largest network of chiropractors, they pride themselves on providing convenient and affordable chiropractic care focused on your unique needs and goals. Whether you're seeking pain relief or preventative care, you can expect their patient-centric approach to be new and different from any healthcare experience you've had before. Perhaps even life-changing!
Join us for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, giveaways and more! The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 5:30pm.
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EVENT TODAY!
Business Before Hours:
First Federal Bank (at Oak Hammock)
Tuesday, June 13th
8:30am - 10:00am
5100 SW 25th Blvd
Gainesville, FL 320608
Join us for Business Before Hours sponsored by First Federal Bank, 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.
If you register to attend then find out you will not be able to attend, email us so we may free up your seat for another Chamber member.
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UPCOMING EVENT
GGYP Strive Event: Diaper Drive With Early Learning Coalition
Wednesday, May 10th - Wednesday, May 24th
Every month, the Greater Gainesville Young Professionals select a different philanthropic focus point so they can STRIVE to be better members of their community!
This month, GGYP is helping the Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County with a Diaper Drive. The Early Learning Coalition promotes high-quality school readiness, voluntary pre-kindergarten, and after-school programs, thus increasing all children’s chances of achieving future educational success and becoming productive members of society.
Right now, ELC has a great need for diapers and wipes. You can purchase diapers and/or wipes and drop them off at The Greater Gainesville Chamber, Gainesville Health and Fitness Womens Center or the Starbucks on 13th street OR you can purchase them online.
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UPCOMING EVENT
GGYP Thrive Event: Mini Leadership Gainesville Session with Tiffany Propes
Wednesday, May 31st
12:00pm - 1:30pm
The Chamber
300 E. University Avenue, Ste. 100
Gainesville, FL 32601
Every month, GGYP selects a different personal or professional development topic so that you're not just a regular ole young professional but a THRIVING young professional!
This month, GGYP is having a Mini Leadership Gainesville Session just for you with LG Program Director, Tiffany Propes!
What is Leadership Gainesville? LG is the region's premier leadership development program for active community leaders. This 10-month community leadership program is designed to give leaders of today the tools they need to grow their impact in the Greater Gainesville region. LG provides an in-depth look into the issues and opportunities of our region. This program allows you to broaden your perspective and understanding, develop your leadership expertise, meet local & state leaders, develop & expand network of contacts, visit local sites & facilities, gain exposure to current issues and developments, build personal & professional relationships that last a lifetime, impact the community through class projects and more!
SO, this will be a mini LG session. Just a little "taste" of the awesome opportunity that is LG. Speaking of taste, lunch will be provided.
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Join us on June 2nd for the Annual DRINK GNV Brewery Tour Presented by: Servpro of Gainesville West/Alachua County West
Guests will meet at Swamp Head Brewing Company at 2:45pm (Parking available). We'll visit all four local brewers including Blackadder, Cypress & Grove, First Magnitude, and Swamp Head. Each guest will receive a seat on the coach bus, a commemorative pint glass, a swag bag, food and beverage (BEER!) at each location and a chance to win prizes.
Space is limited and this event sells out every year so take advantage of the Early Bird pricing available now through April 30th.
For more information and to reserve your seat on the bus:
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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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Time Is Running Out!
Sign up now to be part of Florida's LONGEST RUNNING leadership course: Leadership Gainesville!
Leadership Gainesville is now accepting applications for Class 50 until June 1st!
Be part of this milestone class, sharpen your leadership/management skills, and get a unique insight into our region.
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The Community Foundation Passes Torch To Junior League of Gainesville
The Community Foundation of North Central Florida is pleased to announce the Junior League of Gainesville will be leading the future operations of The Amazing Give effective immediately.
Under the new leadership, the next Amazing Give is scheduled for Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The public will be able to support participating nonprofits through www.theamazinggive.org website. To participate, nonprofits must be verified in the Community Foundation’s Philanthropy Hub prior to registration. Nonprofit registration will open on February 1, 2024, and the contact email is giving@gainesvillejrleague.org.
The Amazing Give was launched by the Community Foundation of North Central Florida in 2016 as our community’s first online give day. Since its inception, the Foundation’s eight Amazing Gives have raised more than $8.5 million in critical support for more than 245 local nonprofits. By partnering with the Junior League of Gainesville, the Foundation is transitioning away from its giving day event.
“When we started The Amazing Give, our goals were to organize and energize the generosity of our community in the span of a 24-hour event,” said Barzella Papa, the Foundation’s president and CEO. “The Amazing Give provided a platform for our local nonprofits to share their incredible work with the world. During the past eight years, we have witnessed local nonprofits developing and perfecting the tools they need to successfully conduct their own online giving campaigns.”
In 2023, there were approximately 7,000 donations made during the event, raising more than $1.5 million for 127 participating organizations. Donations came from 46 different countries and 44 states. This set a new record for the most dollars raised during any previous Amazing Give.
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SSHO Offers Sponsorship Opportunities for "Reach For The Stars" Event
Southern Sudan Healthcare Organization (SSHCO) is seeking corporate and individual sponsors for their upcoming event on August 26, 2023 at the Best Western Gateway Grand. This event will be attended by 300 people to support women and children health in South Sudan. Click below to see sponsorship opportunities.
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Okito America Announces New Location in Alachua
After expanding to a second Gainesville location in September of 2022, Okito America is at it again, this time opening a location in San Felasco Tech City in Alachua!
Their third location, opening to meet the demands of Okito America's award-winning programming, will offer an after-school program that provides free transportation from schools and includes a range of activities, including homework assistance, art, science, sports, basic Spanish skills, and martial arts instruction, all supervised by CPR-certified staff. In addition to the martial arts and dance classes they already offer, Okito America has invested in a state-of-the-art kitchen at the Tech City location, giving them the opportunity to offer cooking classes to children and adults, one of the first of its kind in the area.
“We are very excited to have the support of the community,” says Orlando Millan, founder of Okito America, “Our expansion to the city of Alachua gives us the opportunity to impact the lives of families from the whole county, which is not a task we take lightly. We are putting in the effort and care that our students have come to expect from us and know that the future of Okito America is only just beginning.”
The 6,000 square feet of space at San Felasco Tech City leased by Okito, will become the latest addition to the community that is rapidly emerging as one of the top spots for companies to grow. Mr. Millan opened Okito America in 2007 with a mission of improving the lives of families in the Gainesville Area by introducing them to martial arts and providing top-tier childcare, continued education, and a safe environment for the children of Alachua County to grow and have fun. Over 9,000 students have graduated from Okito’s classes over the last 15 years.
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TeensWork Alachua Seeks Student Workers and Partnering Businesses
Goodwill is happy to partner with the Children’s Trust of Alachua County and Minority Business Listing Inc. to employ and mentor Alachua County students in their summer work experience, while providing a pipeline of young talent for our community’s finest establishments.
TeensWork Alachua (TWA) employs eligible Alachua County students through partnerships with local businesses. In addition to employment, students receive employability, job readiness, financial literacy, and essential skills training. Throughout their internship students are assigned to a job coach, who acts as a liaison between the student and partnering business. Student's salaries are covered by participating in this program and do not cost the partnering businesses.
Learn more about the program by clicking below!
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Porta Serve Acquires Dampier Septic Tank of Gainesville
AAA Event Services LLC, dba Porta Serve, Acquires Portable Sanitation Operations of Gainesville based Dampier Septic Tank, Inc.
Newberry, FL – AAA Event Services LLC, dba Porta Serve, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the portable sanitation operations from Dampier Septic Tank, Inc., a leading provider of portable sanitation solutions in the Gainesville area. This acquisition expands Porta Serve’s capabilities in the portable sanitation industry and strengthens its position as a leading provider of portable toilet rentals and sanitation services in North Central Florida.
“We are excited to add the portable sanitation operations of Dampier Septic Tank, Inc. to our portfolio,” said Ross Ambrose, Managing Partner of AAA Event Services, LLC. “This acquisition enables us to enhance our service offerings and provide customers with a wide range of sanitation solutions. The acquisition will bring our inventory of portable toilets to near 3500 and supports our continued growth strategy.”
Dampier Septic Tank, Inc. has been providing services to the Gainesville area for over 40 years and will continue to offer septic services to the region. We are pleased to have found a partner in Porta Serve that shares our commitment to quality and customer service,” said Brenda Dampier, owner of Dampier Septic Tank, Inc. “We are confident that our customers will be well taken care of under Porta Serve’s ownership,” said Wilbur Dampier.
Porta Serve has been a leading provider of portable sanitation solutions for over 10 years. The company offers sanitation services to construction, agriculture, industry, events, and private gatherings over 7000 square miles of North Central Florida.
For more information, please contact: Ross Ambrose, Managing Partner AAA Event Services, LLC 386-454-0929 or Ross@PortaServe.com
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