Chamber Buzz weekly news & updates
June 29, 2021 | Issue #184
Putting Our Members First
THANK YOU 2021 SMALL BUSINESS AWARDS SPONSORS!
CareerEdge Celebrates Its Spring 2021 Graduates
CareerEdge – the Chamber’s workforce initiative - partnered with State College of Florida to offer a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Fast-Track training program to meet the high demand in the healthcare industry. This was the first time the program was offered in the evening, allowing the participants to maintain their job during the day and earn a paycheck, while also obtaining their CNA certification after traditional work hours. Congratulations State College of Florida CNA graduates!

CareerEdge also congratulates 36 graduates of the Suncoast Technical College (STC) Auto and Marine Fast-Track training programs!
We appreciate the continued financial support of the Eppard Family Foundation, and commitment from Suncoast Technical College, Sunset Automotive Group, Wilde Honda, and Chris Craft. The dedication from our funders as well as our employment and education partners allows CareerEdge to continue offering training to those who want to gain skills and increase career-laddering opportunities in Sarasota and Manatee Counties.
CNA Fast-Track Graduates
Auto and Marine Fast-Track
We are happy to report that 95% of these Spring graduates have either been placed in a new job or received a wage increase (if they were already employed).
CELEBRATE OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP
AWARDS FINALISTS
Sarasota has a legacy of strong leaders and innovators. Leadership Sarasota County, a program of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, is continuing that legacy by building a community of leaders for Sarasota today and tomorrow.

The upcoming Celebrate Outstanding Leadership Awards, presented by Willis Smith Construction, is a celebration of exceptional Leadership Sarasota Alumni who have and continue to serve our community. This year, we are excited to honor individuals in three areas of impact: 

Lifetime of Leadership Award
Chris Gallagher, Hoyt Architects

Impact in Action Award
Joe Hembree, Hembree & Associates, Inc.
Jennifer Vigne, Education Foundation of Sarasota County

Leadership Sarasota Dedication Award
Mark Gordon, Observer Media Group
Join us in recognizing these legacy makers and hear from others during the Celebrate Outstanding Leadership Awards on Thursday, August 12 at 11:30 a.m. at Sarasota Yacht Club.
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2021 YP SUMMIT
The Sarasota Young Professionals Group is proud to host the Annual Young Professionals Summit, presented by Kerkering, Barberio & Co.!

The YP Summit brings together local young professionals to hear from community leaders and network with peers. During this half-day event, you will learn new ways to grow personally and professionally,

The 2021 Young Professional of the Year award winner will also be announced live at the 2021 YP Summit.

Finalists:

Jade Davis | Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP Ross Johnston | Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Lauren Tominelli | Sarasota County Government
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Upcoming Events
When it comes to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace, many businesses don’t know where to begin. Calandra will discuss the concepts of racial identity, diversity, inclusion, sensitivity, and unconscious bias in today’s workplace.

Learn how to achieve the following in your workplace:

  • Recognize women who are ready to lead
  • D&I strategies for underrepresented talent
  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Let’s Get Real® conversations
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Please join us for an in-person Shumaker Chamber University on How to select the right retirement for your business & employees with Paul Allen, President of Wealth Strategies Partners.  Finding the best retirement plan for your business and employees has everything to do with your goals. Paul will discuss what you need to know to choose the type of retirement plan that will be most beneficial for company growth and employee retention.
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