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Okay, maybe we're jumping the gun a little bit here, but can't you just smell Fall in the air?! We're dipping down into the 60's later this week and you know what that means: it's sweata weather! Also, it's Tuesday so that means it's time for some Chamber Chat! |
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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 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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11 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY!!!!!
Award applications are open until 5pm 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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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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EVENT TODAY!!
New Seasons Ribbon Cutting
TODAY, October 3rd
11:30am - 1:30pm
2209 NW 13th Street
Gainesville, FL 32605
Join us as we welcome New Season to the Greater Gainesville community!
New Season Treatment Center provides opioid addiction treatment and recovery in Gainesville and surrounding areas including University Park, Duval Heights, Kirkwood, Brywood, Back Acres and Duckpond. New Season Treatment Center has a dedicated team of treatment specialists including doctors, nurses and counselors to provide comprehensive care to each patient.
Join us for light refreshments, tours, giveaways, mingling and more! The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 12pm.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Dickey's BBQ Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, October 5th
11:00am - 1:00pm
209 NW 75th Street
Gainesville, FL
Join us as we celebrate Dickey's BBQ!
Dickey's Barbecue Pit was founded in 1941 in Dallas. It is currently the largest barbecue chain in the world. There are many great restaurants in Gainesville but nobody serves slow-smoked BBQ the way Dickey’s does. Our meats are slow-smoked on site, every night by certified Pit masters, so you can enjoy the most authentic Texas style barbecue!
Join us for drinks, speeches, KISS 105.3, mingling and more! The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 11:30am.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
Business Before Hours:
Peaceful Paths
Tuesday, October 10th
8:30am - 10:00am
2100 NW 53rd Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32653
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.
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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 stream lined 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
CEO InSights is an event series featuring topic presentations by local presidents, CEOs, and other community leaders in an intimate, studio-type setting. The goal is to share personal and timely insights on critical topics including leadership, innovation, culture and more.
Join us as Kevin Greiner, CEO of Gas South, shares his career experiences and perspectives on leadership.
AGENDA: 8:00: Registration and Breakfast
8:30 - 9:30AM Program / Q&A
CEO InSights is presented by:
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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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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; this week, come visit the stars of our famous (or infamous, whichever) DrinkGNV videos: ServPro of Gainesville West/Alachua County West, the OFFICIAL clean up and restoration company of the Florida Gators ! We'll see you this Saturday, October 7th, as the Gators take on Vanderbilt! |
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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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Updated Version of Proposed SBAC Rezoning Maps Now Available
The School Board of Alachua County has released an updated version of the proposed Rezoning Maps that have been developed as part of the district’s comprehensive rezoning process. School Board meetings and community input sessions will be held before the School Board votes on a final plan on December 5.
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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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TradePMR to Host 7th Annual Oktoberfest
TradePMR will host its seventh annual Oktoberfest fundraiser on Thursday, October 12, 2023, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ET at the company's headquarters located at 2511 NW 41st St in Gainesville.
The event will feature craft beer selections from Gainesville’s own Blackadder Brewing as well as wine from Dorn’s Liquor and Wine Warehouse. Oktoberfest will also host Cilantro Tacos and B’z Gelati food trucks for dinner and dessert. Ken Block and Drew Copeland from Sister Hazel, will perform. All proceeds from Oktoberfest benefits the band’s non-profit foundation, Lyrics for Life.
Lyrics for Life is a non-profit organization founded by Sister Hazel in 2002 to help fight children’s cancer. Donations to Lyrics for Life benefit research programs as well as an annual three-day event for children and families managing a cancer diagnosis hosted at Camp Crystal Lake in North Central Florida.
Oktoberfest has a $10 suggested donation at the door; however, donations of all sizes are welcome and will go directly to Lyrics for Life. This year’s event will also feature a silent auction for items donated by local businesses. There is parking available within walking distance of Oktoberfest. Premium parking spots next to the event will be available on-site for a $50 donation. TradePMR will be matching donations dollar-for-dollar to benefit Lyrics for Life.
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The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office Announces 2023 Extension Extravaganza & Food Truck Rally
This family-friendly free event includes information and activity booths from the UF/IFAS departments serving the community. There will be demonstrations from Alachua County 4-H’ers (ages 5-18 years old), a plant sale hosted by the Alachua County Master Gardener Volunteers (featuring plants for fall/winter gardens), and presentations on educational topics (including landscaping, herbs, livestock and more). There will be plenty of food trucks on-site to enjoy. Participants should bring chairs or picnic blankets. Make plans to attend October 14, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Agriculture and Equestrian Center (23100 W. Newberry Road, Newberry)!
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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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