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Our office was closed Monday in observance of Veteran's Day, so we hope you were able to celebrate and honor the veterans in your lives!
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EVENT TODAY!
Lunch and Learn:
Motivating & Leadership Thru Storytelling
Wednesday, November 15th
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lifesouth Community Blood Center
1221 NW 13th St.
Gainesville, FL 32605
We all have a story. Would you like to learn how to communicate it better for more effective outcomes?
During this workshop, you will learn Step by Step how to prepare a story and deliver it with the intent to motivate and lead.
Attendees will learn:
- How to organize your story from opening to closing
- How to present your story
- How to keep your audience engaged
Presented by Bob Ganzak, Franchisee of Dale Carnegie Training and with sponsorship from Carr, Riggs, & Ingram!
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EVENT TODAY!
Drink GNV Wine Tasting with Superette
Wednesday, November 15th
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Superette Wine & Provisions
511 NW 2nd St.
Gainesville, FL 32601
Join us for a fabulous evening with Superette Wine + Provisions!
Each attendee will take part in a wine tasting at their own pace with 4 different pours of wonderfully curated wines as well as a selection of delicious charcuterie. Meet other members of your community, enjoy the finer things in life and relax on a beautiful patio in the fall with us.
Thank you to SERVPRO of Alachua County West/Gainesville West for sponsoring our DrinkGNV events and allowing us to put together spectacular gatherings!
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EVENT TOMORROW!
Caring & Sharing Learning School Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, November 16th
9:00am -11:00am
1951 SE 4th St.
Gainesville, FL
Join us in celebrating Caring & Sharing Learning School's new additions!
Caring & Sharing Learning School's vision is to provide the best academic and personal education for students in environments which promote achievement, personal excellence and a sense of pride. They have been operating for 25 years as the result of the vision on their illustrious founders, Dr. Simon Johnson and Mrs. Verna Johnson.
Join us for coffee, refreshments, music, tours, celebration and more! The ribbon cutting ceremony will commence at 9:30am.
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EVENT TOMORROW!
Child Advocacy Center Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, November 16th
5:00pm - 7:00pm
500 E. University Ave.
Suite A
Gainesville, FL 32601
Join us as we help the Child Advocacy Center as they dedicate their building: "With the help of this community, family and friends, the Bobbie Holden Center for Child Advocacy will be ray of light for children when they need it."
The Child Advocacy Center, Inc. (CAC) has provided safety, support and healing services in the community for the past 24 years for children that have experienced physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; drug endangerment, domestic and intimate partner violence; community and gun violence; severe forms of neglect; human trafficking and sexual exploitation. In 2022, the CAC served 2,219 abused children and 1431 of their caregivers.
The CAC provides therapy services, a compassionate approach to investigations that is child friendly, advocacy support and case management, a coordinated response of multidisciplinary team professionals and linking families with community resources. The CAC keeps children from falling through the cracks of a complicated child protection system.
The ribbon cutting ceremony will begin at 5:30.
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UPCOMING EVENT!
CEO Insights - Freddie Wehbe
President of Wehbe Marketing & Managing Partner of Spurrier's Gridiron Grille
Tuesday, November 28th
8:00am - 9:30am
The Hippodrome
25 SE 2nd Ave
Gainesville, FL 32601
About Our Speaker:
Freddie Wehbe is President of Wehbe Marketing and Make It Happen, Gainesville-based companies specializing in marketing, branding, and management consulting. He is also the Managing Partner and an investor for Coach Steve Spurrier's new restaurant, Spurrier's Gridiron Grille.
Freddie established Gator Domino's in Gainesville in 1995 becoming one of the busiest and most successful Domino's markets in the world, winning multiple national and global awards, including three national Manager of the Year awards and six international Golden Franny awards. Freddie sold his successful Domino's franchise in 2016.
Freddie serves on the Board of Directors for several organizations and supports many local charities and non-profits. He attended the University of Florida and Florida Institute of Technology, graduating with degrees in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He and his wife, Daurine, have two young boys, Ronnie and Dany, who attend Oak Hall School.
CEO InSights is an event series featuring topic presentations by CEO's, President's and other Community Leaders in an intimate, studio-type setting. The goal is to share the lessons they have learned throughout their career; as well as personal and timely insights on their leadership style, culture development and more.
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:
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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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Be sure to stop by our Tailgate Party, right outside Gate 7, next Saturday as we wrap up football season against instate rivals FSU with our Spirit Partner, Gainesville Regional Airport! |
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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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Make (or rather, Bake) Your Mark In Our History! |
Next year, the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce turns 100 (in case you haven't heard)! Can you believe the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce has been around since 1924?As part of our celebration, we are compiling a Centennial Cookbook and we'd love for YOU to be a part of it! Scan the code or click this link to submit your favorite recipe! |
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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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La Florida: Catholics, Conquistadors, and Other American Origin Stories
The Matheson History Museum will host author and historian Dr. Kevin Kokomoor on Sunday, December 10. He will discuss his book "La Florida: Catholics, Conquistadores, and Other American Origin Stories," followed by a Q&A and book signing.
"La Florida" explores a Spanish thread to early American history that is unfamiliar or even unknown to most Americans. As this book uncovers, it was Spanish influence, and not English, which drove America’s early history. By focusing on America’s Spanish heritage, this collection of stories complicates and sometimes challenges how Americans view their past, which author Kevin Kokomoor refers to as “the country’s founding mythology.”
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Registration Open for 2024 Black Professionals Expo
Registration is now open for the 2024 Black Professionals Expo. Don't miss this opportunity to recruit, connect, network and propel your career to the next level. This three day event is truly a "Don't Miss Event". Register at gbpinc.org
Chamber members use promo code: GBPchamber for a special discount!
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Calling Local Food Vendors!
Colliers International is pleased to announce the upcoming opening of one of Gainesville‘s newest, trendy meeting and entertainment spaces, City Food Hall. It will be located at the ground floor of The Standard at the corner of University Avenue and 13th Street. City Food Hall will feature 10 exclusive dining vendors, a full-service bar, speakeasy and Top Golf swing suite simulators. We are in need of sourcing food vendors local to the Gainesville community.
If you are someone or know someone that’s interested in being a part of this exclusive dining experience, please contact Jason Hurst at jason.hurst@colliers .com. The space is scheduled to open in February 2024.
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Young ladies, Ages 15-18, Launch Their Careers at Career Launch Intensive
It is never too early for one to launch his/her career. That is especially true for the young ladies, between the ages of 15-18, who are participating in Career Launch Intensive (CLI), a multi-part career preparedness event series. CLI is hosted by Dream on Purpose and LYFEHouse and takes place on November 18-20, 2023. For specific time and location for each day, refer to the event flier. This event series consists of a FREE career readiness workshop, shopping spree, headshots, and newly added networking mixer.
This year's CLI is sponsored and supported by the Children’s Trust of Alachua County, Gainesville Black Professionals, Prost! Photography, Wagmore Foundation and Community Foundation of North Central Florida.
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Join The Education Foundation Under The Big Top!
This year's theme for The Education Gala is "The Greatest Gala on Earth," where we celebrate the extraordinary achievements in Alachua County's schools.
Join us in this circus-themed event to support our public-school students and teachers.
Here's what's in store:
- Happy Hour Extravaganza from 6-7 pm: Enjoy a happy hour like no other, featuring aerial circus and student performers, hors d'oeuvres, and drinks
- Dinner Delights from 7-9: Our main event showcases live entertainment by the talented students of Alachua Public Schools
- Voices of Impact: Listen to the heartwarming stories of students and teachers as they share the incredible influence of The Education Foundation of Alachua County
Proceeds from The Education Gala will help us continue our vital work, including programs:
- For Students—Supporting the Take Stock in Children mentoring program for at-risk youth
- For Teachers—Fostering innovation through Catalyst for Change Teacher Grants which reduce educational disparities in the classroom.
- For the Future—Providing Senior Scholarships to make college dreams come true
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The Keira Grace Foundation Presents An Evening With Tim Tebow
Founded in 2004, by Drs. Michael and Eileen Lauzardo, the Keira Grace Foundation is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit whose mission is to bring hope, restoration and life to children with cancer in Latin America.
Over the past 30 years, the treatment of children’s cancer has improved dramatically and many forms are considered curable. But this is not the case for 80 percent of the world’s children who live in poverty-stricken countries where cancer is often a death sentence. Keira Grace Foundation focuses on taking proven cancer treatment to developing nations where the most impact can be made, dramatically improving survival.
Keira Grace Foundation is the only family foundation bringing cancer treatment to low- and middle-income countries.
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We look forward to seeing everyone at the benefit concert at the Alachua County Ag & Equestrian Center (formerly known as Canterbury) in Newberry, December 14, 2023. The concert begins at 7:00. VIP Sponsor dinner will begin at 6:00. There will be food and beverage opportunities available for those in general admission as well. For sponsorship opportunities or general admission tickets please go to either Jeepbeach.com or RexAndBrody.com for the link to purchase. Space is currently limited to 84 sponsor tables (10 seats each) and 1,800 general admission tickets.
Let’s come out and support our neighbors as they rebuild their lives and communities!
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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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