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, October 16, 2023 ~
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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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Individuals and households in Charlotte County and Sarasota County are now eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance due to Hurricane Idalia impacts. Individual Assistance is available to individuals and households in need of financial and direct services who have uninsured or underinsured necessary expenses and serious needs. The deadline to apply is October 30, 2023. Ways to Apply:
WEB: Apply for disaster assistance at DisasterAssistance.gov
APP: Download the FEMA mobile app
PHONE: Call 800-621-3362 from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Time
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Inaugural United at Work Summit
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Business Owners, Directors, and CEO's! Join the United Way of Charlotte County for a complimentary breakfast. You will not be asked to sponsor or donate. This is our gift to you for keeping Charlotte County's workforce running. You are invited to a morning of Inspiring Leadership, and Effective Communication with employees. The United Way of Charlotte County was and is still able to either assist your organization or employees who work within your organization. Event Sponsor: Suncoast One Title & Closings. Keynote Motivational Speaker: Troy C. Smith. United At Work Sponsor: Elsa & Peter Soderberg. Thursday , Oct 26, 2023, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at Charlotte Harbor Event Center, 75 Taylor St, Punta Gorda, Florida, US, 33950
Event Link
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Wednesday, October 18, 2023 Third Wednesday Coffee and New Member Showcase at 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center. Our Sponsor is Soul Dental. Our Program: New Member Showcase (New members who joined between July and September 26th have been invited to set up a table.) https://business.charlottecountychamber.org/events/details/third-wednesday-coffee-new-member-showcase-3759.
Thursday, October 26, 2023 Business Card Exchange/Halloween Bash will be at ActivAge Daytime Senior Care, 3626 Tamiami Trial, Port Charlotte - from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Please RSVP in the Member Portal for planning purposes.
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Put your "thinking cap" on and decide how your Parade Entry will look on December 9th.
Our Theme: Tropical Christmas
Register in the Member Portal. For Profit Entry $50 or Non Profit Entry $35. Add $5.00 for each horse. All the details are on the linked flyer.
When you sign up, provide a brief bio for the MC to read, tell us the entire length of your entry, and in which category you plan to participate.
Remember, the only Santa permitted in the parade will be the official Santa Clause designated by the Charlotte County Chamber. The parade will step off at Noon.
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The next issue of the FIR$T THUR$DAY ADVERTI$ER will be sent out on November 2nd. (Digital flyers are due by October 31) 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: Swiftwater at West Port/Kittle Property Gp
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
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.
Main Stage Sponsor:
After Hours Party Sponsor: Elite Inspections & Pest Solutions
Bag Sponsor:
Refreshment Station Sponsor:
Kick off Party Sponsor: Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center
Lanyard Sponsor: Chapman Insurance Group
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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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Krise Commercial Group, LLC
16 Winewod Court
Fort Myers, FL 33919
Randy Krise
(239) 633-8672
randy@krisecg.com
http://www.krisecg.com
All Surface Painting Company LLC
809 Faith Ave.
Osprey, FL 34229
Grace Washburn
(941) 882-4156
office.allsurface@gmail.com
http://www.allsurfacepaintingco.com
Planet Fitness Port Charlotte (West)
1825 Tamiami Trail
Port Charlotte, FL 33948-1077
Mike Paone
(941) 273-0030
Portcharlottewest.fl@planetfirness.com
https://www.planetfitness.com/gyms/port-charlotte-west-fl
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~ Join us for a Ribbon Cutting ~ | |
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Wednesday, October 18, 2023 from 4-6pm Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
Planet Fitness
1825 Tamiami Tail, Port Charlotte
Ribbon cutting will be t 5:30 p.m.
Kindly RSVP in the Member Portal.
Thursday, October 19, 2023 from 5:00p.m. to 6:00p.m. (RC at 5:30) Help welcome new member Lily Lou's Specialty Foods and celebrate their Grand Opening.
24150 Tiseo Blvd., Unit 2 & 3, Port Charlotte
Kindly RSVP in the Member Portal.
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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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Here are our October specials at Go4Golf: Tuesday- 10% off - Wednesday-buy one get second hour half off - Thursday- $1 off all beers all day - Friday-$35 sim play all day - Saturday & Sunday-Golf, Football and Beer - 5 lesson package $120. Have a Great Round, Go4Golf LLC go4golfllc@gmail.com (407) 201-0522
Charlotte County Imagination Library - Join us for a night of fun and golf on October 19th from 6p-9p. Help us raise funds for our local Imagination Library non-profit that send free books every month to preschool kids! Located at Top Golf 2021 Golf Way in Fort Myers. Two ticket prices are available: Golf, food/soft beverages,raffle,50/50, jazz for $100, or everything but golf for $45. For tickets or more information go to it.ly/44iO40n, Purple House Salon: 312 Sullivan St Punta Gorda or email
chris@charlottecountyimaginationlibrary.org.
Our upcoming design class is one that you won’t want to miss! Grab a friend (or two) and join us Wednesday, October 25th from 5-7pm for our spooky Halloween BOO-quet design class. This month’s design features a creepy haunted arrangement filled with creepy crawlies and spider webs. This class is $65 which includes all design materials, a glass of wine and a snack! Reserve your ticket here www.portcharlotteflorist.net/design-class/ or call (941) 627-2236
Charlotte Players-Halloween Trivia Challenge! October 21 at Beef O'Brady's, 1105 Taylor Road in Punta Gorda. For tickets go to www.charlotteplayers org. or call 941-255-1022. We are looking for players/teams, sponsors, & prize donors! If anyone has any interest in becoming a sponsor or donate a prize please contact sherrie.moody@charlotteplayers.org. Cost is $50, which includes entry, buffet, individual door prizes & soft drink. Teams of 4-6 players only. The fun begins at 6p. Emcee Chris Hall is looking for volunteers for this event. Contact Chris if interested at chall@ccsofl.net.
LMCY Mortgage Professional Seminar, Hosted by LMCU mortgage experts on October 19th from 530pm to 7pm at 2120 Kings Hwy, Port Charlotte, Fl 33980. This Seminar will cover LMCU mortgage products, from construction and lot loans to FHA and VA loans. The advantages of working with an established mortgage lender. Personal and Business banking Solutions to help you earn more and pay less. Beer, wine, soda and light appetizers will be provided.. RSVP By October 16th 2023 by Calling 941-258-3055 or emailing Natalie.proctor@lmcu.org
LMCU, Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial and the Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County Presents BOOS, BARKS & BBQ at the Branch. October 20th 2023 from 11am to 2pm At Lake Michigan Credit Union 2120 Kings Hwy Port Charlotte, Fl 33980. Help us Match a $2500.00 donation. We will have: Adoptable dogs/ 50/50 Raffle Baskets, Food to Purchase from Rita's and Top Notch Smokehouse.
Celebration of Life for our beloved Dr. David Klein, Co-Founder of Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic will be held on October 27, 2023 from 5:00pm-7:00pm in the Gulf Theater at the Military Heritage Museum, 900 W. Marion Ave. Punta Gorda. RSVP required call Barbara Wastart 941-368-8863 or bwastart@gmail.com
Join Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity for our 25th Annual Turkey Trot! The 5k Run/Fun Walk will take place on Thursday, November 23rd, at FSW Punta Gorda Campus. Register before October 15th for just $35 and receive an exclusive Turkey Trot t-shirt. All funds raised benefit our Homeownership Program to help local families achieve the dream of affordable homeownership. For additional information and to sign up visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/PuntaGorda/CCHabitatTurkeyTrot
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month! Join us October 17th from 11:30am-1pm at Isles Yacht Club for the annual DVAM Luncheon. Amanda Price, CEO of the Florida Partnership to End Domestic Violence, will be our guest speaker. Click here or call C.A.R.E. (941)-639-5499 for more information.
It's Official! Randy Ball and the MIG 17-F Returns to the Florida International Air Show November 4th & 5th PGD Airport. Also watch for the REDLINE Airshows, a close, 2-man formation aerobatic performance team. Florida International Air Show, Punta Gorda, FL Airport (PGD), November 4th & 5th, 2023. Tickets On Sale Now! http://www.floridaairshow.com Air Show Hotline: 1.833.743-3247
Da Bears are coming - We have confirmed that Mike Singletary will be our Gala speaker on November 11th. It is truly an honor to have him share his story. Table Sponsorships will start being received next week, for the Gala, starting at $500 and event sponsors starting at $1000. if you are interested, contact Tom Parker, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Charlotte County to become a sponsor. tparker@fca.org Are you ready for an extraordinary evening that combines faith, football, and the power of community? The banquet will be held at the Sky Academy at 871 South River Road in Englewood from 6:30-8:15 p.m.. Nov. 11.
A Healing Field of Honor is hosted by the Punta Gorda Rotary Club Foundation, November 10-12, at Laishley Park! Picture 1,000 American flags flying in ceremonial formation. An individual or an organization sponsors each flag in this Memorial Day weekend display at Laishley Park in honor of a fallen hero, veteran, active-duty military member, first responder, doctor, nurse, teacher, or any other hero. It’s an awe-inspiring panorama. Purchase and dedicate a flag (or more) or become a sponsor at https://www.healingfield.org/event/puntagordafl23. For more information, contact Alyson Burch by calling or texting 941-875-3829 or emailing Jaburch12@verizon.net.
Free Estate-Planning Seminars in November – Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist, and Kerry Hunter, Wealth Strategist, have scheduled estate-planning seminars in several Crews Bank & Trust locations this fall. Registration 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 topics for the seminars are: Wills and Trusts: Creation and Funding* Selecting a Successor Trustee to Minimize Stress on Family* Out-of-State Wills & Trusts and the Benefits of Florida Residency*
Jimmy Wayne is coming to Punta Gorda! A BENEFIT for Crossroads Hope Academy will be held November 17 at 7 p.m. at Burnt Store Presbyterian Church. Jimmy, a former foster kid turned Award Winning Nashville Recording Artist, author, and much more will sing and tell stories to highlight his mission to raise awareness for children in foster care. Check him out at www.jimmywayne.com . Crossroads has more info at https://www.crossroadspg.org/events . Tickets are $40, Purchase at Burnt Store Church or by contacting Kathy at kbrownmayes@gmail.com. Do not miss this!
Join us in celebrating the Animal Welfare League's momentous 60th anniversary with "Paws for a Cause" on December 3, 2023! This grand event promises a day of fun and compassion for animals in need. We invite vendors and sponsors to be a part of this special occasion, making a positive impact on the lives of our furry friends. For more details, visit AWLshelter.org/Paws-for-a-cause or reach out to events@awlshelter.org. Let's come together to support a brighter future for animals.
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Building a healthier workplace one employee at a time! 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.
Whoops, Murdock Stones's supplier made a big mistake...they sent us White Salt & Pepper Rip Rap....in our opinion it looks A LOT BETTER than Florida Rip Rap....this material should go for $325 per cubic yard...we're selling it for $50 per yard. Material is located at our South Gulf Cove location: 7621 Sawyer Circle (off Gasparilla Rd) 941-629-6651 www.murdockstonesetc.com
Dellutri Law Group - Weekly Trivia Challenge:
More people in this city are born outside the U.S. than any other city!
This city has the largest Greek Orthodox Diocese in the Western Hemisphere.
Spanish traveler Ponce de Leon discovered Tampa in what year?
Fill in the Blank: Pensacola is know as the City of ______Flags.
Elizabeth Etnoyer eetnoyer@dellutrilawgroup.com www.dellutrilawgroup.com
When you move, sometimes the little things make a big difference. At Gardiner & Sons Moving & Storage, we have pads that we pack around your electronics and mattresses to keep them clean and safe. The pads are thick and resilient, and provide protection from damage and the elements. Your bedsheet or blanket won’t provide the same protection. If you are planning to move a home full of televisions and electronics, consider hiring a pro. When quality counts, call Gardiner & Sons at (941) 423-5311
From Complete Auto Repair, here is some money-saving advice. Read your vehicle’s owner’s manual to learn the proper chemicals and oils to be put in your car. When you need service, verify that the shop will be using those products. Incorrect oil can burn up engines. We always use fluids recommended by the manufacturer, and can replace those burnt-up engines too. For peace of mind, call Mary for an appointment, at 941-623-2926.
Check out our Fall Massage Special! You asked! We answered! We've had some requests for massage packages, so we put one together just for you! Now through the month of November, buy a package of 5 massages and get a 6th one for free!
Package will never expire, so take advantage of this great offer and let the pampering begin! You deserve it! Korman Relief & Wellness Center, 16954 Toledo Blade Blvd., Port Charlotte. 941-629-6700, www.drlaurakorman.com
The Gift of Your Presence is Requested Volunteers Needed for Tax Season- For over ten years, the UWCC has hosted the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), a true mobilizing tool to assist ALICE households. This nationwide program offers free tax preparation services whereby IRS-trained volunteers help households earning less than $66,000 per year prepare their income tax returns and access credits they qualify for free of charge. This is your opportunity! Would you consider becoming a VITA volunteer? Contact info@unitedwayccfl.org, Click here to read the full column from the Daily Sun.
Hello October! Shop Port Charlotte Florist for upcoming holidays and events including Boss’s Day (10/16), Sweetest Day (10/21), National Mother-in-LawDay (10/23) and Halloween (10/31)!!! Visit our website @ www.portcharlotteflorist.net, give us a call at (941) 627-2236 or stop in our shop at 900 Tamiami trail in Port Charlotte to see our wide selection of fresh and silk arrangements, plants, gift items and more!
Have you thought about what will happen to your business if something happens to you? Who will be legally authorized to run things when you are down? Who will inherit your business if you or a partner passes? Do you want to be partners with your business partner’s spouse? If you haven’t thought about these questions, give Mark Martella, Esq., of the Martella Law Firm, PLLC a call at 941-867-6865 (or e-mail him at mark@martellalaw.com) to schedule a complimentary, confidential, one hour consultation to discuss your options to be prepared for when “life happens.”
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Field Representative-Office of Congressman Steube: The Field Representative is responsible for representing and promoting the Office of Congressman Greg Steube at events in the community and serves as a liaison between the Congressman and his constituents, including various community stakeholders such as municipal, county, state, and federal entities, non-profits, and businesses. This position acts as a liaison to federal, district, and local agencies for the member and constituents, and answers casework correspondence and verbal communications with constituents. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of congressional office functions and operations, the responsibilities of various agencies of the federal government, and ties to Southwest Florida. Resumes can be sent to our District Director, Erica Gregory, erica.gregory@mail.house.gov | | |
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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. | |
Your mind is powerful. When you fill it with positive thoughts your whole world will change. ―Unknown | |
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Two bacteria walk into a bar.
The bartender says, "We don't serve bacteria here."
And the bacteria says, "But we work here. We're staph."
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Heard a woman in Target ask her kid, "Is that a smart choice to make with your money?"
Now I'm wishing she would follow me around the store, too.
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Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
2702 Tamiami Trail
Port Charlotte, FL 33952
941-627-2222
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