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Welcome to the Chamber Connect!
A weekly update giving you the latest and greatest news from the Chamber and the Palm Beach North community. The Chamber Connect will be delivered every Tuesday.
CALENDAR | SPONSORSHIPS | DIRECTORY | PODCAST
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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Palm Beach North Chamber Celebrates Prestigious Florida Association of Chamber Professional Awards | |
Certified Plus Chamber, Chamber of the Year, and Executive of the Year | | |
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The Palm Beach North Chamber is proud to share our recognitions from the Florida Association of Chamber Professionals (FACP) Annual Conference Awards Ceremony:
Chamber of the Year
Based on our accomplishments, financial stability, membership recruitment/retention, government relations, strategic plan, communications, events, innovations and more.
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Certified Plus Chamber
of Commerce
Promotes public awareness of the intent of the chamber of commerce brand as a non-profit community development based business membership organization. As a "Certified Plus" Chamber, our rankings exceeded all chamber of commerce organizational benchmarks.
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Executive of the Year, Noel Martinez
Based on the qualities and effectiveness as a leader, success
in maintaining strong internal administration, ability to increase membership, enhancement of the chamber profession, development of strong communications, education through professional development
and more.
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We're so proud of these accomplishments and thank our members, community partners, volunteers and staff for their continual support! Celebrate us on social! | |
NEW on the Palm Beach North Podcast: Commissioner Maria Marino | |
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This week on the Palm Beach North Podcast, hear from our Palm Beach County Commissioner, Maria Marino. A woman of many hats, Maria has dedicated her life to public service- serving on 15 boards and councils, as the previous mayor and council member
of the city of Palm Beach Gardens and current
Palm Beach County Commissioner of District 1.
A well respected female leader in our region, with a plethora of accolades to support it. In this episode, Maria shares where her dedication to community, mentorship and philanthropy began as well as how being a
professional golfer has impacted her overall career.
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Thursday, September 28 | 5-7PM
Business After Hours: Berry Fresh Cafe Palm Beach Gardens
Join the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce for our next Business After Hours at the brand new Berry Fresh Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens! Proceeds from the 70/30 raffle will benefit our non-profit of the month. Every month we highlight a member of our Chamber that is a non-profit by inviting them to share their mission with our Business After Hours' guests. Remember to bring cash to be a part of the fundraising!
Register now.
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Thursday, October 5 | 5:30-7:30PM
2023 Woman of the Year Kickoff at Maltz Jupiter Theatre
Join us for a remarkable evening as we embark on a journey of recognition and inspiration at the inaugural Woman of the Year Kick Off Event, presented by the Women in Business Council. Set against the elegant backdrop of the Maltz Jupiter Theatre, this event promises to be an extraordinary occasion that shines a spotlight on the exceptional women who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and dedication within the Palm Beach North region. Register now.
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Friday, October 6 | 12-1PM
LEARN Orientation: Chamber 101
The Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce invites all current and new members to a complimentary Orientation and Information session. This is the first step for NEW members to take in their onboarding process and current members can use this as a refresher! Attendees will receive information about the Chamber's structure, events, community involvement, member benefits and resources, advocacy and more. In addition, we will review the various ways members can engage with our Chamber to ensure they are capitalizing on their membership. Register now.
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Thursday, October 12 | 5:30-7:30PM
Young Professional Networking Mixer: Topside at the Beacon
Come connect with the Young Professionals of Palm Beach North on Thursday, October 12th at Beacon on Love Street! Build relationships with our unique group of young professionals while enjoying an evening of networking, drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Register now.
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Wednesday, October 18 | 7:15-9AM
Hospital CEOS on the Future of Healthcare in Palm Beach North
Join the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce for our 'Business Before Hours' on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 to hear from hospital executives about the cutting edge medical field right here in our Palm Beach North region. Presented by Florida Atlantic University and Black Diamond General Contracting. Moderated by Darcy Davis, Healthcare District of Palm Beach County. Register now.
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TICKETS GOING FAST!
Tuesday, October 31 | 11AM-2PM
2023 Woman of the Year Luncheon
The Women in Business Council will host its annual Woman of the Year Luncheon on Tuesday, October 31 at the Pelican Club. Join us in celebrating 2023 Woman of the Year nominees and recipient alike and recognizing their outstanding leadership and commitment to the Palm Beach North region. Men are welcome to attend. Expected to sell out! Register now.
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On the fourth Tuesday of each month, we feature a Chamber membership benefit. | |
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Learn, Connect & Grow with the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce
These 3 events are open to any member at any point in their membership:
LEARN at Orientation - Chamber 101 every first Friday of every month; CONNECT at Chamber 201 every second Friday of the month;
GROW at Chamber 301 every other second Friday of the month.
New and veteran members are provided with monthly orientations to hear first-hand how to make the most of their Chamber membership. At every event, the Membership Development team will review the various ways in which members can engage with our Chamber to ensure they are getting the most out of their Chamber membership. This is also an opportunity to network with other members!
Click here to find more about this series from our events calendar.
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Supporting education and our local schools are important to the Chamber.
We will be featuring updates regarding the Education Committee and Chamber Foundation
the 4th Tuesday of the month right here in the ‘Education Station.’
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We are excited to announce that the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation, affiliated with our Chamber, has been rebranded to the new Palm Beach North Education Foundation! The Foundation board, in conjunction with the Chamber’s Board, has worked together to cultivate this rebrand to better serve our community in a way that embodies our initiatives and mission, as well as supports the Chamber’s High Quality of Life Strategic Imperative. | |
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Since 2010, the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation has awarded $156,455 in scholarships to 85 students. In addition to the leadership awards for post-secondary education, the Palm Beach North Education Foundation is broadening its focus to improve third grade reading scores and provide teacher externships & retention incentives.
We work specifically on making an impact in the schools and with students in the Palm Beach North region and will be working collaboratively with other organizations on furthering our mission, including the Education of Palm Beach County and the School District of Palm Beach County. We look forward to continuing to work with our community to afford opportunities to our students and teachers to thrive.
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H.L. Watkins Middle School Bi-Annual Robotics Fundraiser
The H.L. Watkins Robotics & Aviation(STEM) Academy in Palm Beach Gardens is having their Bi-Annual Robotics Fundraiser that starts Tuesday September 26, 2023 until Wednesday October 4, 2023. We are raising money for exciting, educational Field Trips, purchasing new robotics equipment, & funding our Afterschool Robotics Club that competes in the First LEGO League tournaments.
Learn more.
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The Gardens GreenMarket 22nd Season Kickoff Celebration
Mark your calendar! It is time to enjoy FOOD, MUSIC, SHOPPING & MORE! The Gardens GreenMarket opens for the 22nd season on Sunday, October 1 from 8:00 a.m – 1:00 p.m. at the City Hall Municipal Campus, 10500 N. Military Trail.
At 9:00am, the season kickoff ceremony will begin followed by live music by Samantha Russell Duo. Don’t miss out on the kickoff events including water bottle giveaway (while supplies last), mimosas available for purchase, and a live GardensArt painting demonstration. This event is rain or shine; please leave your pets at home per City ordinance.
Learn more.
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Corporate Retreats for your Team
Did you know that breath work can elevate your leadership team?
Are you ready to elevate your team's performance, reduce stress, and nurture self-care in a transformative way? Look no further! Our Corporate Retreats, led by the seasoned Yoga Teacher and Transformational Coach, Lauren Golen, are designed to take your team to new heights.
Learn more.
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Sunday, October 15 1pm to 3pm - Taste of Boisset Wine Experience - Palm Beach Gardens, FL
The Boisset Collection is re-imagining the world of wine.Experience the joys of wine country with this pop-up tasting showcasing exceptional Boisset Collection wines from Napa, Sonoma & Burgundy all in one location. If you have a taste for fine wines, enjoy socializing or have ever thought about dipping your toe into the wine business, then this “try before you buy” wine event is designed just for you.
Enjoy a tasting tour through 4 Boisset wineries from the renowned luxe vintner JCB, Napa Valley’s Raymond Vineyards, Russian River Valley’s DeLoach Vineyards and California’s most historic winery, Buena Vista, that will include exclusive tasting room bottlings not available elsewhere. Collect Passport stamps for your chance to win a beautiful piece of jewelry from the wine-inspired JCB Jewelry collection.
Learn more.
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Friends of MacArthur Beach CEO Veronica Frehm Earns 2023 ANCA Outstanding New Leader Award
The Association of Nature Center Administrators (ANCA) announced local community leader and Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park CEO Veronica Frehm as recipient of the 2023 ANCA Outstanding New Leader Award. This national award acknowledges Frehm’s achievements within the nature and environmental learning center field in organizational leadership, professionalism, professional development, and creativity.
Frehm has been CEO of the Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park in North Palm Beach, Fla., since 2020, after serving as their Director of Education for six years. She has led major changes at the organization, spearheading new ways of operating and engaging the community.
Learn more.
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