Chamber Announcements
2013 Board of Directors Nominees
The Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the new slate of nominees for the Board of Directors! Nominees will be elected at the October Board of Directors meeting. If you would like to nominate another candidate, please call Sonia Douglas at 352.334.7105 ext. 318, by October 12. List of Board Nominees includes… Read more
A Night at the Hilton: Chamber After Hours Recap
Members and non-members alike traded business cards and mingled throughout the evening at the first Chamber After Hours event of the season! On Thursday, Sept. 27, an estimated 230 professionals from around the community attended the Gator-themed event that was hosted at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center. While enjoying light hor d’oeuvres and… Read more
5 Things Every Startup Must Know About the Market
Many entrepreneurs have great ideas for starting a business, but fail to take into consideration key elements of the marketplace. This month at the Santa Fe Center for Innovation and Economic Development, Dr. Cris Johnsrud will discuss the five most important things every entrepreneur must know about his/her startup’s potential customers, competitors,and where the idea fits… Read more
Seeking Chamber Members in Need of Professional Consulting
The Chamber’s Entrepreneur Resource Center is looking for Chamber members who are seeking professional consulting in areas including legal services, human resources, accounting and more! The Professional Consultation program is a free service geared toward providing services and counseling to members who want to address specific business needs. In addition… Read more
Affordable Health Care Act
Moore Hallmark, Executive Director for the Southeastern Region of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, will be one of the guest speakers for the upcoming Pancakes & Public Policy Breakfast Series. Hallmark and other invited panelists will provide an overview of the Affordable Health Care Act, highlighting the components that are most relevant to our community. The event …Read more
Reserve Your Seat and Table Now for Business of the Year Awards
Registration is now open for companies and individuals to reserve their seats for the Chamber’s Business of the Year luncheon! Join us in recognizing and honoring outstanding businesses as we share the stories of success of both our winners and finalists. Business of the Year Awards will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at the Hilton University of Florida Conference…Read more
Make New Connections at Connect Me
Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 9 from 8:45 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Gainesville CoWork, located at 3951 NW 48th Terrace, Suite 201, Gainesville, FL 32606, for Connect Me! Connect Me provides a structured, yet relaxed environment for making effective connections within the Chamber community. You may find a strong referral source, a new vendor, the perfect client or simply get a foot in…Read more
Innovation Gainesville Update
Four Local Entrepreneurs are Honored at the White House
Four local entrepreneurs under the age of 30 are being honored today at the White House after making the Empact100 list. The four entrepreneurs include Ethan Fieldman, 30, Study Edge Founder, Chad French, 27, Peerfly Inc. Founder, Justin Jackrel, 29, Road Rat Founder, and Ray Land, 25, Fabulous Coach Lines Founder, who will meet President Obama and 96 other young entrepreneurs from across the nation… Read more
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Business Owners Benefit from Employee Tobacco Cessation Coverage
Tobacco cessation coverage is the single most cost-effective health benefit a business owner can provide to his or her employees. By offering coverage, business owners can expect a return on investment in productivity and medical savings, and employees who quit smoking almost immediately reduce annual medical and life insurance costs by at least $210. Read more
13th Annual Cadillac Invitational Presented by Bosshardt Realty Services to Benefit PALS
The 13th annual Cadillac Invitational presented by Bosshardt Realty Services to benefit PALS is almost here! Join Shands on Friday, Oct. 12 at 10:30 a.m. at the Haile Plantation Golf and Country Club for a round of golf, entertainment, food, and prizes. All proceeds benefit the Shands Vista Partners in Adolescent Lifestyle Support program. Read more
Family Fitness Festival
The GHF Family Fitness Festival will be on Friday, Oct. 12 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Join GHF at Westwood Middle School for nonstop family fun including an obstacle course, rock climbing wall, NBA Skills Challenge and more! The school with the most participants at this FREE event wins $500 to benefit their PE department. Read more
Strike Out Hunger Drive
AvMed and United Way NCFL invite you to join a team of local businesses to participate in the goal of raising over 100,000 lbs of food to support hungry children and families in our community. The Food Drive runs November 1-7, 2012 in recognition of National Hunger Month. Name an individual within your organization who will work together with others from area businesses to make a difference by raising food for the Strike Out Hunger Drive. Read more
Sunny’s Country’s Howl-a-Palooza!
On Oct. 21, bring the entire family to Sun Country Sports to enjoy a spooky Halloween afternoon for an amazing cause. The 24th annual “Sunny’s Howl-A-Palooza” will benefit the March of Dimes in this family fun carnival.The March of Dimes supports research in treatments and technology that can save a premature baby’s life and also help mothers carry their babies to term. The March of Dimes also provides families with education while their babies are in the hospital and resources as they begin caring for their prematurely born children. Read more
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