Mission Statement:

The Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the prosperity and general welfare of its business members and the community they serve.

~ 99^th Year Serving Charlotte County ~

 Punta Gorda ~ Port Charlotte ~ Englewood ~ Charlotte Harbor ~ Murdock

December 2, 2024



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Recovery resources are listed on our website: CharlotteCountyChamber.org

2024-2025 Sustaining Partners

PLATINUM PLUS LEVEL:

PLATINUM LEVEL:

Charter Sustaining Partner (no years missed)

Diamond Partners:

The 46th Annual Christmas Parade is Saturday, December 14, 2024. Our theme this year is Characters of Christmas. Decorate your very best Float, Car, Boat, Performers or Walkers. Registration extended until November 27th. For Profit $50/Nonprofit $35 Registration Form.

Our 14th Annual Consumer Marketplace Expo2025 will be on February 13, 2025

Over 100 Members will be on hand for this exciting day! Remember to add the Expo to your marketing plan/budget. Print the Flyer.

Promoted in Radio, Newspapers and Facebook Attendance by 1,000 to 1,200 residents/visitors

Great place to meet clients, schedule new clients, learn about and network with your business peers!

Event Kick off Party in January (participants only). Set up the day before or morning of for this One Day Marketplace and Expo "The Hottest Business Day in Paradise." Participants enjoy a light breakfast before we open to the public at 10am. Networking opportunities with Two Speed Networking sessions. After we close the the public at 3pm the After Hours Party starts!

Thank you Expo2025 Sponsors - View our Sponsors on the Event page Linked Here!

Emerald Partners:

The Charlotte County Chamber is a Drop Off Location for:

*Charlotte CARE Center Holiday Food Drive

*Charlotte Behavioral Toy Drive

*Boys & Girls Club Christmas Club Toy Drive

Christmas at the Club - Boys & Girls Club of Charlotte County Toy Drive. Your generous donations will directly impact the lives of families with The Boys & Girls Club of Charlotte County.  DROP OFF LOCATION: Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, 2702 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte. Please drop off a new toy for the toy drive, we are accepting donations through December 6, 2024. If you prefer, use the gift registry on amazon and ship your toy directly to the Chamber office - https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/23IM2XXQISTXV

Thank you for your caring support of these organizations.

The Chamber's Social Club sends a big shout out Thank You to Insane Conez for becoming our Candy Sponsor in the Christmas Parade on December 14.

Insane Conez is located in the plaza just north of the Chamber office. They have a great selection of ice cream, milkshakes, chocolates and candies.

Visit the Insane Conez Website

~ Job Spot ~

Wotitzky Law Firm – Estate Planning Legal Assistant

Join one of Southwest Florida’s most respected firms as an Estate Planning Legal Assistant. Duties include managing client communications, scheduling appointments, assisting with signings, drafting documents and various supportive administrative tasks. Experience in estate planning and strong organizational skills required. Email cover letter and resume to cyoung@wotitzkylaw.com. 

~ Just for Fun ~

What do you call it when you mix alcohol and American Literature?

Tequila Mockingbird.

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My wife texted me “I love u”.

I said that’s my favorite letter, too.

#WeMeanBusiness

Staff Directory

Bob White, Executive Director bwhite@charlottecountychamber.org

Jami Joannes, Dir. of Business Development jjoannes@charlottecountychamber.org

Ruth Uzonyi, Dir. of Finance ruzonyi@charlottecountychamber.org

Janet Caffee, Information & Customer Service jcaffee@charlottecountychamber.org

Members Send YOUR Member News/Events to BOL@charlottecountychamber.org and we'll share it each week. Email submissions of 90 words or fewer, in paragraph form, by noon on Friday for inclusion the following Monday. This is a free members-only benefit! (We do reserve the right to publish and edit any submissions.)