A Message Regarding the President/CEO

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 07/06/23                               

Cheryl Thibault of the Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce Completes First Year at Institute for Organization Management

A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce that Cheryl Thibault – President & CEO of the Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce, has recently completed her first year at the Institute for Organization Management, a four-year nonprofit leadership training program at the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia.

“Institute graduates are recognized across the country as leaders in their industries and organizations,” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, the U.S. Chamber’s vice president of the Institute for Organization Management. “These individuals have the knowledge, skills, and dedication necessary to achieve professional and organizational success in the dynamic association and chamber industries.”

Since its commencement in 1921, the Institute program has been educating tens of thousands of association, chamber, and other nonprofit leaders on how to build stronger organizations, better serve their members and become strong business advocates. Institute’s curriculum consists of four weeklong sessions at four different university locations throughout the country. Through a combination of required courses and electives in areas such as leadership, advocacy, marketing, finance, and membership, Institute participants are able to enhance their own organizational management skills and add new fuel to their organizations, making them run more efficiently and effectively.

Institute for Organization Management is the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. It is the premier nonprofit professional development program for association and chamber professionals, fostering individual growth through interactive learning and networking opportunities.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing companies of all sizes across every sector of the economy. Our members range from the small businesses and local chambers of commerce that line the Main Streets of America to leading industry associations and large corporations.

institute.uschamber.com           @IOMeducates

"Member Spotlight"

(Business card drawn at the Networking Events)

Sue Skirvin - Tupperware

Sue Skirvin has been a Tupperware representative for more than 40 years and she will tell you she started when she was 12 years old! Born and raised in West Palm Beach, she knew she wanted to be a dental hygienist after spending many years in her orthodontist’s chair and becoming a certified dental assistant and working as such for nearly 5 years. Someone dropped a Tupperware catalog off at her office and the party began! After she married Rick and added 3 girls and a boy to the family, she decided to let her dental job go and focus on growing her Tupperware business because of the flexibility it provided her. She soon found herself driving company cars, and earning trips all while being the mom to their children that would go on field trips, coached teams, and led troops. She transferred her business up to Orlando when they moved and restarted by helping others to start their own business while sharing the benefits of saving time and money preparing meals and storing food. Teaching microwave cooking classes, meal prep classes, and how to stretch your grocery dollars were a few things she learned and loved and loved to share with others and still does today!

In 1998, she was offered a franchise opportunity and had been accepted into the dental hygiene program in Orlando. She chose Tupperware and that is what brought the Skirvin Family over to Sebastian. She joined the SRACC shortly after arriving here and has been a member ever since. She continues to work with Tupperware reps near and far with her company expanding into 28 states other than Florida. She is passionate about helping other young moms to be able to get paid what they are worth learning and passing on valuable life skills and raising their children. She works with men and women and will tell you when she works, it’s a party! “I love helping others to be their own boss, work their own hours, and to write their own paycheck.”



Tupperware is in nearly 100 countries and has been a household name in more than 75 years and continues to be the same quality product everywhere. With products that allow you to grill in your microwave or steam multiple dishes at one time, it can really help families to eat healthy and have more time together, which is so important! Sue will tell you, “I love what I do and you can too!”

Fred Jones - City of Sebastian (Mayor)

I have lived in Sebastian since 1990. I served for more than 30 years on the Florida Highway Patrol. Prior to joining the Florida Highway Patrol, I served in the US Marines.

I have volunteered for many organizations over the years. I served for more than 10 years as a board member of the Substance Awareness Council. I serve as a mentor for the Hart and Soul Foundation. I am a member of the Sebastian Exchange Club and served the past year as President. I was recently voted Chairman of the Public-School Planning Elected Officials Oversight Committee. I serve on the Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee and the Economic Development Council of Indian River County.

The City of Sebastian is currently preparing for our 100^th Birthday on December 8^th, 2024. We are planning celebration events throughout the year by co-hosting the annual festivals in Riverview Park.

#welovesebastian, #sustainablesebastian 

Media & Lifestyle Auction Items Needed

The Chamber is currently seeking media and lifestyle packages along with silent auction donations for our Black Pearl Anniversary Auction. This event serves as a fundraiser for the Chamber, helping to underwrite operating cost and keeping member dues affordable. Call (772)589-5969 or Drop your donations off at the Chamber.

July 2023 Recap of Events

4th of July

Hosted by Pop's Ice Cream

Sponsored by A Better Solution Insurance Services

Hosted by Mo-Bay Grill

Hosted by Woody's Bar-B-Q

New Member Summer Sessions

Hello Members!

 We are shining a light on our membership, with our

Member to Member deals!

Happy to announce Official Member Cards are available now! With your member card, you can receive discounts and special offers from SRACC Member to-Member deals. The cards are made at the Chamber office on the spot, you can stop by anytime to claim your card.

All members are encouraged to check the website (SebastianChamber.com) for Member to Member Deals and verify your business offering! If you have a deal posted and want to make changes or if you are a member and want to add a new deal, please call the Chamber office, and let us assist you.

Here is another member deal. Have you been to a Luncheon lately? As a member, you can receive a complimentary luncheon invitation, when you refer another business to become a member and they officially join. Thank you for your continued support of our Sebastian River Area Chamber of Excellence!

See All of Our Current Member News Here!

H.A.L.O. No Kill Rescue

15% off any lawn/indoor pest control,

$25 off pet adoption

10% first grooming

710 Jackson St

Sebastian, FL 32958

772-589-4403

www.halorescuefl.org

Tight Line Productions

10% off after hard cost

ex. voiced licensed music purchase

1902 Oak Street

Melbourne, FL 32901

321-768-6528

www.tightlineproductions.com

Sea Tow Sebastian

$25 Off Sea Tow Membership.

Restrictions apply, call for more information

Sebastian, FL 32958

321-254-1242

www.seatow.com

See all our Member Business-to-Business Discounts Here!

Avery, Debbie Realtor - Exit Right Realty

2710 Airport Drive

Vero Beach, FL 32960

772-494-6306

www.exitrightfl.com

Bibianas Medical Concierge

141416th Street

Vero Beach, FL 32960

772-584-3873

www.bibianas.com

Molina, Monica - Associate Broker Realty Advantage

Sebastian, FL 32958

240-504-5652

www.realty-advantage.com

Parasol Melbourne

4881 Dairy Road

Melbourne, FL 32904

321-294-5115

www.parasolmelbourne@ugoc.com

Sebastian River Rowing Inc

Sebastian, FL 32958

321-806-9971

www.sebastiancrew.org

St. Vincent dePaul Society, St Sebastian Conference

5480 85th Street

Vero Beach, FL 32967

772-589-3338

www.svdp-sebastian.org