Volume 176 | April 2024

 
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Covering All Your Bases Edition

Chamber Night at the Ballpark

The Chamber had a fun evening at the ballpark watching the Clearwater Threshers beat the Bradenton Marauders! Thank you to all who attended!

Special thanks to Victoria Phipps, Threshers Assistant Manager of Group Sales, and our supporting Ballpark Vendors Fifth Third Bank, Hancock Whitney, Belleair Bluffs Chiropractic, Ultimate Medical Academy, and State Farm Team Cocco. Ryan Phelan of Tridium Technology Solutions took the mound for the game’s ceremonial first pitch! Watch the pitch here.

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Chamber Leads Teams...

Real-time business connections

     The Chamber’s Leads Team program is a members-only benefit that can generate business, build connections and create friendships. Now celebrating its 16th anniversary, seats are designated by business category. Cost is $100 for the calendar year and prorated based on that date of joining.

    Team participation is a privilege. It promotes relationships for the purpose of generating new business through referrals. If you cannot provide referrals due to the nature of your business or participation at another networking group, the Chamber Leads Team program is probably not for you.

TEAM MEETINGS & LOCATIONS

Pinellas West at Village Inn, 13105 Walsingham Road, Largo. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 8 to 9 a.m.

Pinellas East at Village Inn, 2659 Roosevelt Blvd, Clearwater. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 12 to 1 p.m.

  For more information on joining a team, reach out to Tom, Tom@CentralChamber.biz or call 727-584-2321.

Los Amici Bakery & Pizza Ribbon Cutting

   Los Amici Bakery & Pizza in downtown Clearwater is now open! Owners Gina and Reimon celebrated the occasion with a grand opening ribbon cutting surrounded by family and Chamber ambassadors.

    Sit inside or outside to eat their incredible pizza made from sourdough fermented for 72 hours, buffalo milk mozzarella cheese, and water imported from Queens, NY. You will also find scratch made desserts and a bar featuring beer and wine. Visit them online at LosAmici.com to view the full menu.

Welcome, Ice Cold Air

   Mike Bansavage of Ice Cold Air was presented with his official Chamber plaque by Chamber Ambassadors Glen Schultz of Signature Voices and Stacy Gillis of Advanced Video Systems.

    Located at 1198 East Bay Drive in Largo, Ice Cold Air is your trusted partner for all your automotive needs and they offer more than just air conditioning! From expert repairs to regular maintenance, they've got you covered with friendly and reliable service every step of the way. Learn more at IceColdAir.com.

Join us on May 16th at Inspired Living at Ivy Ridge for an After Hours Reception with drinks and light food! Register online here.

Insurance rates stabilizing but homeowners still feeling pain

Lawsuits against property insurers declined by more than 20% in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter but homeowners say they haven’t seen rates ease yet.

Hertz reports higher-than-expected losses, will sell off more EVs

Hertz has upsized its sale of electric vehicles, as it looks to improve its financial performance. The news came as part of the Estero-based company's earnings announcement.

International migration to Orlando at 5-year high

Central Florida has become a top destination for international migrants, with over 32,000 people coming here from other countries in a 12-month period that ended last July.

Scottish tech firm opening U.S. headquarters in Tampa, hiring 100

Glasgow-based Systal Technology Solutions, which specializes in managed network, cloud and security transformation, is opening an office and operations center in Tampa.

Ten Miami hotels just won bragging rights in a new Michelin guide

Ten hotels in Miami-Dade County won bragging rights this week, singled out in a new but prestigious ratings system that is a holy book for foodies.

Thank you to our Trustees and Newsletter Sponsors

Acropol Family Restaurant

Bay Care/Morton Plant Hospital

Business & Family Insurors

Check Before Hire

Cloud Law Firm PA

Duke Energy

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital

HCA Florida Largo Hospital

Home Instead/Be a Santa

Jackson & Associates CPA

Melody Hunter Homes

National Aviation Academy

Pinellas County Housing Authority

Piper Fire Protection

Platinum Information Services

Regions Bank

State Farm - Team Cocco

The Palms of Largo

Valley National Bank

Village Inn

Visit St. Pete/Clearwater

Wealth Builders

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