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Next up on PIVOTED: Meet the man who BRINGS THE FIESTA, Elio Piedra!
Join our multi-talented Director of Membership, Julianne Flinchum, as she sits down with entertainer and entrepreneur, Elio Piedra! Elio shares the secrets to his success and his passion for connecting with people in this latest installment from the team at I Am Creative, LLC! Don't forget to like and subscribe!!
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Do not miss your chance to be part of the vision for Gainesville's future!
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact Steve Cannon!
Thank you to our Community Sponsor:
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The bus may be gone, but the shirts remain!
Did you have an amazing time on the Drink GNV Brewery Tour? Do you use your commemorative glass daily, thinking back on all the fun you had? Are you kicking yourself because you didn't buy a shirt? Well, we've got you covered (and the shirt will do the real work covering you...); click below to get YOURS today!
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Discovery Senior Living is pleased to announce the opening of its new Choreograph Gainesville onsite Discovery Gallery, the area's only premier, resort-style 55+ living community. Prospects are invited to our Discovery Gallery to embark on an interactive touch tour and virtual video tour where they can see the entire community come to life. New lessees can also take advantage of exclusive VIP Founder’s Circle perks & benefits including special pricing starting at $1,995/month, first choice in a wide range of open-concept apartment home floorplans, special rewards and credits saving them thousands of dollars, private parties and receptions and peace of mind knowing they will be one of the first to live in the stunning new community.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Senor Bubbles
Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, June 14th
10:00am-12:00pm
4080 SW 24th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32607
Join us as we welcome Senor Bubbles to the Greater Gainesville region!
Owners of Senor Bubbles, Steve & Reina, have been in business for over 20 years in the state of Florida and they are excited to expand into the Greater Gainesville region! Senor Bubbles is ready to offer the community a clean, well lit, secured and modern facility with 80 washers and dryers. Not to mention, reward loyalty card systems offering free dryers every Wednesdays 7am-7pm. They also offer wash, dry and fold service for a great price!
Join us for refreshments, giveaways, music, balloons, face painter and more! The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 10:30am.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
The Curlings Group Real Brokerage
Ribbon Cutting
Tuesday, June 20th
5:00pm-7:00pm
4110 NW 37th Place, Suite C
Gainesville, FL 32606
Join us for the opening of The Curlings Group's Gainesville Real Broker office!
To better serve their customers, Paul & Melissa Curlings are bringing something real to Gainesville. Real Broker is a new generation, technology driven brokerage which will revolutionize the way realtors run their business. They are your local real estate experts... "in all kinds of weather."
Join us for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, giveaways, music, mingling & more! The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 5:45pm
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Business Before Hours:
Santa Fe College CIED,
Blount Center
Thursday, June 22nd
8:30am - 10:00am
5100 SW 25th Blvd
Gainesville, FL 320608
Join us for Business Before Hours at the Santa Fe CIED, Blount Center, a structured yet relaxed environment for making effective connections within the Chamber business community and the resident businesses at the Santa Fe Center for Innovation and Economic Development. (CIED).
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!
Alachua County Delegation Luncheon
at Santa Fe College Blount Center
Wednesday, June 28th
12:00pm - 1:15pm
401 NW 6th Street
Gainesville, FL 32601
Please join us for our upcoming delegation luncheon at Santa Fe College Blount Center for our Alachua County Delegation—Sens. Jennifer Bradley and Keith Perry and Reps. Chuck Brannon, Chuck Clemons and Yvonne Hinson—on Wednesday, June 28th. This is an excellent opportunity to engage with our Delegation and hear their wrap-up on the busy 2023 Legislative Session and their thoughts on what’s to come. These popular events fill up quickly—register today!
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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We Need Your Input: Employer Virtual Focus Group!
In partnership with CareerSource Florida, the Florida Chamber Foundation is hosting virtual skills-based employer focus groups taking place on June 21st and June 22nd (exact dates below) to support the Florida Workforce Needs Study 2.0 research effort.
These employer-only sessions will help the Foundation:
Gain insight regarding current and emerging skills needs,
Catalogue best practices in employer-educator partnerships, and
Identify ways to maximize utilization of training support initiatives
All learnings will inform strategies and policy recommendations as part of the final report of research findings, to be released in late 2023.
If you employ workers within the occupational skill groups below, we encourage you to register through the links for a focus group in one, or multiple, virtual sessions and help build Florida’s best workforce!
To learn more about the Florida Chamber Foundation’s recent workforce research, click here.
Questions? Please contact Dave Sobush, CEcD, Florida Chamber Foundation Director of Research at dsobush@flchamber.com
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This is your chance to be part of Florida's LONGEST RUNNING leadership course: Leadership Gainesville!
Leadership Gainesville is now accepting applications for Class 50!
Be part of this milestone class, sharpen your leadership/management skills, and get a unique insight into our region.
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CHW Elevates Tony Caggiano as Principal and Senior Director
CHW, a leading planning, ecological, surveying, engineering, landscape architecture, construction services, and CEI firm is proud to announce the elevation of Anthony “Tony” V. Caggiano, Jr., PE, as Principal + Senior Director.
With 14+ years of experience, Tony's unique blend of specialties in geotechnical and materials engineering, structural forensic evaluations, and quality assurance/control have been instrumental in driving successful projects across Florida's public, private, commercial, residential, and infrastructure sectors.
In this pivotal position, Tony will not only continue his leadership and direction of CHW's Construction Services + CEI department but will also play a central role in steering the firm's strategic growth. His appointment underscores the organization’s commitment to nurturing internal talent and aligns with CHW’s 35-year Anniversary Celebration and our 2025 Vision.
Robert J. Walpole, PE, LEED AP, CEO and President, expressed his enthusiasm about Tony’s promotion, stating, "Tony's elevation to Principal and Senior Director is an affirmation of his exceptional skill set, deep-seated industry knowledge, and his unique ability to foster seamless communication across diverse teams. We are excited for the dynamism he will bring to the table as we continue to push the boundaries of engineering innovation."
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Departure Media Offers Display Progams
Departure Media is excited to offer businesses the opportunity for more advertising exposure in Gainesville. Contact Tara to learn 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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