Mission Statement:
The Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the prosperity and general welfare of its business members and the community they serve.
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~ 98th Year Serving Charlotte County ~
Punta Gorda ~ Port Charlotte ~ Englewood ~ Charlotte Harbor ~ Murdock
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BUSINESS ONLINE
~ Monday, January 8, 2024 ~
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2023-2024 Sustaining Partners
Sustaining Partner businesses provide additional financial support annually to the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce which, in turn, provides them with additional valuable membership benefits. These contributions to the chamber allow for the continued increase of promotion, advocacy, involvement, and leadership at the local, state and federal levels. This is done to always be proactive in support of our businesses and the community we serve.
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Charter Sustaining Partner (no years missed)
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Our 2024 Community Guides and Business Directories are here!
Our Community Guides are “everything you need to know about Charlotte County”. These beautiful publications are available at the chamber office and we encourage any member who would like a supply for their lobby or customers to stop in and pick some up. One of the exciting features of the 2024 Community Guide is that the online version contains links to the websites for many of the events, services, advertisers, and members. We encourage you to preview the publication online here
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Wednesday, January 10, 2024 - Networking at Noon at IHOP Port Charlotte. Please arrive at 11:45 a.m. to get settled. RSVP in the member portal and choose your meal. 1) Grilled Chicken salad with bacon, tomatoes, red onions, four blend cheese & avocado with ranch dressing 2) The Classic bacon cheeseburger with French fries 3) Philly cheese steak stacker with French fries. $20.00 includes lunch choice, soft drink, tax & tip.
Third Wednesday Coffee, January 17, 2024 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, 75 Taylor St., Punta Gorda. Our Program: The Cultural Center of Charlotte County. Our Sponsor: CeJay Websites Please register in the member portal for planng purposes.
Thursday, January 25, 2024 - Business Card Exchange at Lake Michigan Credit Union, 2120 Kings Hwy., Port Charlotte. From 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.. Please RSVP in the member portal.
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Decades Music Trivia!
Finally a trivia game where everyone actually has fun as they guess classic TV Shows, Movies, and Radio Hits from the 50's-80's. Gather up your dream team of couch potatoes, movie buffs, and music lovers to win it all. Thursday, January 25, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Twisted Fork in the Green Room. Cost: $20pp. Our Social Committee plans this to be the first event in a series of fun, social events for our current members and those persons who may be considering membership. Individuals can order off the menu and self-pay. Register in the Member Portal
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~ Marketing Opportunities ~ | |
The next issue of the FIR$T THUR$DAY ADVERTI$ER will be sent out on February 1. (Digital flyers are due by January 30) Email your ad to advertiser@charlottecountychamber.org and include the web address we should link it to, or call us 941-627-2222 for more information. *Cost $100 for-profit and $50 non-profit each issue *Sustaining Partners receive free digital flyers depending on their partnership level. . Learn More
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Members, the Charlotte County Chamber Newsletter Business Perspective is a DIGITAL Quarterly publishing January/April/July/October. Members who want to include a Digital page to ride with the newsletter should complete and return the agreement and provide their digital page by the 20th of the month before publication. *Cost $100 for-profit and $50 non-profit each issue *Sustaining Partners receive free digital flyers depending on their partnership level. Send your digital flyer to Newsletter@charlottecountychamber.org or call 941-627-2222 for information, or click here to learn more.
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Did you know you may set up automatic payments! Never forget another membership payment! Save on stamps, checks and time. To do so, login to the Member Portal. In the shortcut menu, choose Company Information, at the bottom of the list choose Billing, choose Payment Profiles and enter your credit card. Then from that same Billing area choose Autopay & Billing to select your payment profile. That's it! | |
13th Annual Business Expo | |
Thank You Expo2024 Sponsors: | |
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Print Sponsor: Buffalo Graffix
Newspaper Sponsor: The Daily Sun
Radio Sponsor: iHeart Media, Inc.
Platinum Title Sponsor: Kittle Property Group: Swiftwater at West Port - The Flats at Sundown - Vantage Apartments
Silver Sponsor: Southwest Florida Insurance Associates, Inc.
Silver Sponsor: Life Care Center of Punta Gorda
Silver Sponsor: True Fence, LLC
Silver Sponsor: Chapman Insurance Group
Silver Sponsor: Florida Tree & Ground Maintenance, Inc.
Bronze Sponsor: MD Pressure Cleaning and Softwash
Bronze Sponsor: Better Business Bureau of West Florida, Inc.
Bronze Sponsor: J & J One Stop Gun Shop, Inc.
Bronze Sponsor: Succentrix Business Advisors
Bronze Sponsor: The Mosaic Company
Bronze Sponsor: Elite Hurricane Home Protection
Main Stage Sponsor: CarmichaelTravel.Com
Breakfast Sponsor: Soul Dental
Speed Networking Sponsor:
After Hours Party Sponsor: Elite Inspections & Pest Solutions
Bag Sponsor: WhitCo Insurance, Alexia Martin Agency
Refreshment Station Sponsor: The Purple House Salon by Shawn Gilstad
Kick off Party Sponsor: Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center
Lanyard Sponsor: Chapman Insurance Group
Event Map Sponsor:
Passport Sponsor:
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"The Hottest Business Day in Paradise!" Over 1,000
attendees expected.
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Make sure to Save the Date - February 8, 2024
For this all day event!
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Bella Napoli Pizzeria & Restaurant
1938 Kings Hwy.
Port Charlotte, FL 33980
Vitangelo Recchi
(941) 764-8000
bellanapoli1938@gmail.com
http://www.bellanapoli1938.com
Phillip Wilson Auctioneer
4485 Tamiami Trail
Port Charlotte, FL 33980
Phillip Wilson
(941) 456-2930
phillipwilson@ccimphil.com
http://www.phillipwilsonauctioneer.net
Chery Childcare Center
3528 Depew Ave
Port Charlottle, FL 33952
Ketsia Chery-Pierre
(941) 883-2964
cherychildcarecenter@gmail.com
http://www.cherychildcarecenter.com
McAlister's Deli LLC
19570 Cochran Blvd.
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Michael Schueler, Todd Darst
(504) 382-5545
tdarst@mcalistersdeli.com
http://www.mcalistersdeli.com
CFS Roofing & Mechanical Services
16100 Lee Road
Fort Myers, FL 33912
Tammy Hall
(239) 561-2600
t.hall@cfsroofing.com
http://www.cfsroofing.com
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~ Join us for a Ribbon Cutting ~ | |
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Thursday, January 11, 2024 5:00-6:30 p.m. (RC=5:30)
SimpliFi Home Loans
425 Cross St., Suite 116, Punta Gorda
Business Card raffle for multiple basket giveaways, door gifts for attendees. Food and drinks will be served.
Please RSVP in the Member Portal
Thursday, January 16, 2024
Gasparilla Boat Tours - POSTPONED
Thursday, January 18, 2024 5:00-6:30 p.m. (RC=5:30)
Ribbon Cutting and Grand ReOpening
Soul Dental
941 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte
Appetizers, Refreshments & Raffle Baskets
Please RSVP in the Member Portal
Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:00-6:00p.m. (RC=5:30)
Brighter Than Ever Salon
425 Cross St., Suite 212 &213, Punta Gorda
There will be raffles for attendees, Hair Blow Out, Nails Gel Manicure and a Mans Hair Cut. They will also be serving light food/appetizers along with wine & water. Please RSVP in the Member Portal
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 about 8:30 a.m.
Bubble Up Exterior Cleaning
Will take place at the Third Wednesday Coffee in February
in the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, 75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda.
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Everyone is invited to attend Chamber ribbon cutting events. Come out and support your fellow members in a casual, fun, atmosphere! Networking opportunity. | |
#ConnectingBusinessesTogether | |
Members Send YOUR Member News/Events to BOL@charlottecountychamber.org and we'll share it each week. Email submissions of 90 words or fewer, in paragraph form, by noon on Friday for inclusion the following Monday. This is a free members-only benefit! (We do reserve the right to publish and edit any submissions.) | |
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Restoration Bar invites you to join us on Friday January 12 at 530pm to see live demos of our newest technology. We will have representatives to answer questions, food and giveaways. Enerjet kinetic facelift! Preime dermafacial! Laser hair removal for all skin & hair types! Fractionated radiofrequency! Daxxify - the longer lasting botox! Vaginal Rejuvenation!! RSVP is required: info@restorationbar.com 941-347-7707
Waggles is back, and tails are wagging with excitement! We're thrilled to conduct a 'soft' reopening on Friday, January 12, 2024. Meet our adorable puppies and dedicated staff as we celebrate a successful, family-friendly journey. Feel free to explore our facility and discover the cutest accessories and toys for your furry friends. A heartfelt thanks to the Chamber, and our amazing community for the unwavering support. Your trust keeps us thriving! Let's celebrate together as we continue to be your beloved, family-friendly puppy store! Website: https://www.wagglespet.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wagglespups?mibextid=nwBsNb
Charlotte Players-Rumors. Join us for the first play of 2024 running January 12-28. The Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself at a large townhouse. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about to experience a severe attack of Farce. Gathering for their tenth wedding anniversary, the host lies bleeding in the other room, and his wife is nowhere in sight. As the confusions and miscommunications mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity. For tickets go to www.charlotteplayers.org or call 941-255-1022.
Join us for the spectacular 2024 C.A.R.E. Ball on January 27th! An enchanting evening awaits, filled with elegance and purpose. Your presence is requested, and with fewer than 60 tickets left, secure your spot for a night of celebration. Reserve your place at this year's most eagerly awaited social gathering here!
Loren Putnam and the Staples Port Charlotte store wants to wish you a Merry Christmas! We are having The Print Big Sale! $20 off your print purchase of $100 or more, $50 off your print purchase of $200 or more, $100 off your print purchase of $300 or more. Valid 12/17/23 through 2/10/24. Exclusions apply. Visit Staples.com/print for more details
Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist, and Kerry Hunter, Wealth Strategist, have scheduled free estate-planning seminars in several Crews Bank & Trust locations for January. Hause and Hunter, members of the bank’s Trust and Wealth Management Services division, will present vital information on the topics from a trust officer’s point of view. "These seminars will help you create a strong plan for the future," explained Lory Weisensee, President of Trust and Wealth Management. Registration is available at any Crews Bank & Trust branch office, online at www.crews.bank, via email at trust@crews.bank or by calling Trust Operations Associate Linda Ferrara at 941-624-1943. All seminars run from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
The Small Business Development Center offers workshops for small businesses. Competing in the Age of Artificial Intelligence on Wednesday, January 10th, 2024, 11:00-1:30 at the CDBIA, 17984 TOLEDO BLADE BLVD, PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33948-1021. To register: https://charlottedesotobia.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/XpjxYYZL?mode=Attendee In this one-stop seminar, learn how your business can benefit from using AI.
Tickets on sale now for the Bingo Blowout being held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Event Center on Saturday, January 13, 2024 to benefit Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic. $50 includes 10 Game Bingo Card & dauber, lunch from FM Don's. There will be a Chance Auction, 50/50, lottery tree and cash bar. Visit www.volunteercare.org or call Barbara Wastart 941-368-8863.
Charlotte Local Education Foundation is hosting the Golden Apple Awards for the Teacher & Support Employee of the Year Celebration on Friday, January 19, 2024 presented by Suncoast Credit Union and being held at the Holy Trinity Event Center at 6:00p.m. We are looking for support from our community in the form of charitable sponsorships for the celebration. If you would like to sponsor, please return this form with payment by January 12, 2024.
Drug Free Charlotte County's Rally Round 4 Prevention will be March 2, 2024, 3-8:30pm at the PicklePlex®. Any experience level can play this round-robin, poker hand style play. $35 for single or $50 for team (w/meal). Register at: https://bit.ly/PlayRally2024. At 3pm - The Battle of the Guns and Hoses" as CCSO, PGPD, CC Fire/EMS and PG Fire/EMS hit the courts for a pre-event tourny. All events are free to watch (no meal included). SPONSORSHIPS available: https://bit.ly/RallyRound2024 941-559-1946 for questions.
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Charlotte County Facilities Construction & Maintenance is conducting a feasibility study for accessibility to/from the bridgeless barrier islands (Palm Island, Little Gasparilla Island, Don Pedro Island, Knight Island/Thornton Key). This study seeks community input on the need for additional modes of access between the islands and mainland. A Public Drop-In Input Event will be held Jan. 11 at the Mac V. Horton West County Annex, 6868 San Casa Drive, Englewood. Stop by anytime between 11:30 -1:30 to provide input and ask questions or provide input online: www.surveymonkey.com/r/ISLANDS (closes Jan. 26).
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Did you know that Murdock Stones Etc. sells industrial grade weedmat (groundcover) and weedmat pins? The weedmat comes in 12 different sizes. For the month of January all chamber members can get $10 off any one roll of weedmat. 7621 Sawyer Circle (off Gasparilla Rd. …look for the World’s Largest Mailbox). 590 Prineville St. in Port Charlotte. (across from Home Star Storage). . www.murdockstonesetc.com. 941-698-9769.
BubbleUp Exterior Cleaning wishes you and yours a happy and healthy 2024! BubbleUp is offering two promotions: 50% off driveway cleaning with the purchase of any regular exterior cleaning and 20% off rust removal restoration services! Schedule now so your home will be beautiful in 2024!! We do soft washing and pressure washing depending on the surface to be cleaned. We clean the house, roof, driveway, walkways, pool cages, lanai's, fences, walls, gutter cleanouts, etc. BubbleUp is licensed and insured. Visit: BubbleUpclean.net or call or text: 941-587-0654.
Give your employees a fresh start this year. Gulfcoast South AHEC offers FREE tobacco cessation counseling and FREE Nicotine Replacement in the form of patches, gum and/or lozenges at no cost for qualifying participants. Let’s get back to happy and healthy together. As part of Tobacco Free Florida’s in-person/virtual Group Quit sessions, we are here to help. Call 866-534-7909 or visit gsahec.org to register today.
Start 2024 out by pampering yourself with our January Specials. We are offering our CryoSkin Revolution Facial for $150.00 (Reg. 200.00) and CryoSkin Slimming and Toning package special. Call Cryotherapy Port Charlotte (941) 979-7057 to schedule your next appointment.
With new and used vehicles at record prices, every mile you get out of your current vehicle makes a difference, so it's important to complete all scheduled maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer. Complete Auto Repair inspects your vehicle with every oil change and updates you on any future maintenance or repairs needed. Repairs have a 3-year - 36,000-mile warranty on parts and labor, minimizing your vehicle expenses in 2024. Call Mary Holstein at (941) 623-2926 to schedule an appointment.
Are you planning a local office move or a residential move? Is your office or apartment on the 2nd floor? Gardiner & Sons Moving & Storage has the right equipment to assist you. Our experienced crew and proper equipment use simplifies your move and makes it safer for your belongings. “When Quality Counts” call Kenny Gardiner to estimate local moves, packing, unpacking, placing heavy and awkward items, or temporary storage for gaps between move-out and move-in dates. (941) 423-5311.
This week's Trivia Challenge from Dellutri Law Group:
Q: Which famous person is the city of Jacksonville named after?
Q: What Florida county, sharing its name with an early U.S. President, contains part of the Everglades and all of the Florida Keys including the Dry Tortugas?
Q: What is the most common tale of the origin of Orlando's name?
Q: What are the names of the two national parks that surround Miami?
Elizabeth Etnoyer eetnoyer@DellutriLawGroup.com 239-210-7253 (Call/Text)
CV Screening is a family-owned screen repair company in Port Charlotte, Florida. We offer full re-screens and single-panel repairs for your patio, lanai, or front entrance. Call us now at (941) 539-6868 to schedule your FREE ESTIMATE! "Every Panel is Guaranteed."
Nearly all cervical cancers are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), an infection that spreads during skin-to-skin contact. Medical research clearly identifies a solution: the HPV vaccination. The American Cancer Society recommends all children receive the vaccination between ages 9 and 12, but young adults can still get the vaccine until age 26. Then what? Regular screenings are the best way to identify changes in the cervix and identify potential treatment options if cancer develops. Advocate Radiation Oncology: AdvocateRO.com.
New statewide requirements go into effect when recording property deeds, which make it more difficult for persons to file fraudulent deeds. Currently, deeds require two witness signatures to be recorded, with the name of each witness to be legibly printed, typewritten, or stamped immediately below the signature. Beginning January 1, 2024, however, the post office address of each witness will also be required and must be legibly printed, typewritten, or stamped on the deed. This statewide change is a result of House Bill 1419. Sign up for our FREE Property Fraud Alert service. It notifies property owners when a deed, mortgage, or other document has been recorded into the Official Record with their name on it. To register, visit Fraud.CharlotteClerk.com.
Make a Great First Impression with a Professional Head Shot from Premier Photographic Events! Steve Lineberry, Photographer, has photographed hundreds of Charlotte County executives, business owners, staff, and employees for their business headshots. Our on-location studio lets us photograph you and the staff at your location. Easily and affordably. (For On-site Locations - Certain conditions apply.) Professional Headshot Sessions include 3-4 Pose Selection; with Basic Editing and 3 backgrounds, Executive Blue, Gradient Black, and PNG file; Same Pose. Ask about our Chamber Member Discount. Contact Steve Lineberry (941) 626-0551 premierphotographicevents@gmail.com
The Small Business Development Center offers workshops for small businesses. In 2023, the SBDC presented 18 workshops to over 220 entrepreneurs. January’s lineup includes an in-depth class on Artificial Intelligence tools for businesses, and Money Saving Tips for Seniors. Contact Patti Guerzo at pguerzo@fgcu.edu or information on all of our 2024 workshops.
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Here is a great way to Use Your Membership. The option to post Deals, Jobs and News Releases is a FREE benefit! Do it yourself through the Member Portal. | |
~ New Kids on the Block ~ | |
The Charlotte Community Foundation welcomes a new era of leadership with the appointment of Dr. Shelley Strickland as its Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Strickland brings not only a wealth of academic achievements but a deep-rooted commitment to community engagement and philanthropy. Meet Shelley in person on January 30th at Isles Yacht Club 4-6pm - RSVP ccf@charlottecf.org or call 941-637-0077. | |
“If people like you, they’ll listen to you, but if they trust you, they’ll do business with you.” —Zig Ziglar | |
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A hunting party is hopelessly lost.
“I thought you said you were the best guide in Maine!” one of the hunters angrily said to their confused leader.
“I am,“ replied the guide. “But I think we’re in Canada now.”
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Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
2702 Tamiami Trail
Port Charlotte, FL 33952
941-627-2222
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