CHAMBER INTEL
August 3, 2017
Message from the President
A few years back Dawn Bittar, with 321 Plumbing, was a very active member of the Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce.  Sadly, her daughter Cathy passed away on Monday.  There will be a viewing on August 4 from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Fountainhead, 7359 Babcock Street SE, Palm Bay and a Celebration of Life Service on August 5 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Anthony the Great Orthodox Church at 4031 Aurora Road, Melbourne.

Do not forget to ensure your membership with the Chamber is current.  All those in good standing as of August 18 will get a free listing in the 2018 Business Directory and Community Guide .  We are printing 10,000 copies of the guide and there will be a digital version on the Chamber website along with the cities of Palm Bay, West Melbourne and Melbourne.  This is huge exposure for your membership.

Save the date for the Space Coast Symposium on Friday September 22, from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., at the Space Coast Convention Center off 520 in Cocoa.  This event features federal, state and county leaders providing panel and presentation discussions about the state of Brevard County.  This is a “do not miss” event featuring confirmed participants: Congressman Bill Posey; Florida Senator Dorothy Hukill; Florida State Representatives Thad Altman, Thomas Goodson and Randy Fine; Space Coast Economic Development Commission President & CEO Lynda Weatherman; Space Coast Office of Tourism Executive Director Eric Garvey; Port Canaveral Port Authority Chairman Thomas Weinber; Indian River Lagoon Council Executive Director Duane De Freese; Space Florida Senior VP & COO Jim Kuzma; Brevard County Commissioner James Barfield; Orlando Melbourne International Airport Executive Director Greg Donovan; Home Builders & Contractors Association of Brevard President Michelle Masline, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey and Brevard County School Board Chairwoman Misty Belford.  Sponsorships and Corporate Tables are available for this prestigious event.    

All the best,

Nancy Peltonen
President/CEO
Upcoming Chamber Events
Power Partners Leads Group
The Official Greater Palm Bay Chamber Leads Group, Power Partners, help our members grow and develop their businesses through word of mouth referrals and maintaining positive and professional relationships! See more>>
Webinar/Chamber Chat "Mastering Your Message and Elevator Pitch"
Connect from any device and any place to hear this Webinar on Google Hangout or join us on Facebook Live. We always have excellent topics for the business growth. See more>>
Online live at ww.greaterpalmbaychamberofcommerce.com or our Fan Page on Facebook. You must register prior to the event to participate and/or replay at a later time
Do's & Don'ts of Networking with Alan Kershaw
Join us for an informative Workshop with Alan Kershaw of Truly Nolen on the Do's and Don'ts of Networking. Learn how to leave a positive impression with those you meet. See more>>
Business After Hours Mingle at Shore Lanes

Come out for a fun evening of networking with other members, local businesses and Chamber Staff! Enjoy appetizers and drinks! See more>>
2018 Business Directory & Community Guide
We are happy to say that the City of Melbourne has agreed to be part of our 2018 Business Directory and Community Guide

The Greater Palm Bay Chamber Business Directory & Community Guide will contain all Members in good standing as of August 18, 2017, free of charge. It will be approximately 5.5" w by 8.5"h with Business Listings, Chamber, Community & City Guide Info which will be a basic guide for the Greater Palm Bay area.   

Increase your exposure by advertising in the 10,000+ copies that will be printed and distributed across the county. This guide will also be available digitally on our website as well as the City of Palm Bay, City of West Melbourne and the City of Melbourne websites. All advertisements will be displayed in the office on the Chamber’s brand new TV.

Become a member of the GPBCC by August 18, 2017 to be included!

You do not need to be a member of the Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce to purchase Premium Ads, call the Chamber office for Non-Member Pricing. 
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