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.

~ 99^th Year Serving Charlotte County ~

 Punta Gorda ~ Port Charlotte ~ Englewood ~ Charlotte Harbor ~ Murdock

October 28, 2024



Goodwill can help residents and businesses fill out their applications for FEMA and the SBA. Let folks know that in addition to the DRC in Charlotte County, they can go to the Port Charlotte Goodwill Community Resource Center at 24123 Peachland Blvd (inside the Kings Highway Goodwill). Our staff is there M – F from 9am – 4:30 pm and can assist to speed up their wait time to get help.

More Recovery resources are listed on our website: CharlotteCountyChamber.org

2024-2025 Sustaining Partners

PLATINUM LEVEL:

Charter Sustaining Partner (no years missed)

Diamond Partners:

The 46th Annual Christmas Parade is Saturday, December 14, 2024. Our theme Characters of Christmas. Registration Form.

Our 14th Annual Consumer Marketplace Expo2025 will be on February 13, 2025

Over 100 Members will be on hand for this exciting day! Remember to add the Expo to your marketing plan/budget. Print the Flyer.

Thank you Expo2025 Sponsor - View our Sponsors on the Event page Linked Here!

Emerald Partners:

Mark your calendar for the 2025 Community Champions Breakfast!

An inspiring celebration of those who are transforming lives in Charlotte County. Hosted by the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce and the Gulf Coast Partnership, in collaboration with Charlotte County Human Services, this event will take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center, 75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda. This year, we honor the exceptional community champions who are driving change and creating opportunities for our most vulnerable neighbors—including Veterans, homeless and formerly homeless youth, and extremely low-income individuals and families. These champions are consistently expanding access to workforce development and education, equipping individuals with the tools and resources needed to reach their goals and build lasting, sustainable futures. Join us as we recognize their extraordinary efforts and commitment to ensuring that every resident has the chance to thrive. This is more than an event; it’s a movement to uplift and strengthen our community for generations to come. Links to: Nominate a Champion or become a sponsor or purchase tickets.

~ Just for Fun ~

A retiree was given a set of golf clubs by his co-workers. Thinking he'd try the game, he asked the local pro for lessons, explaining that he knew nothing whatever of the game. The pro showed him the stance and swing, then said, "Just hit the ball toward the flag on the first green."

The novice teed up and smacked the ball straight onto the green, where it stopped inches from the hole. "Now what?" the fellow asked the speechless pro.

"Uh... you're supposed to hit the ball into the cup," the pro finally said, after he was able to speak again.

"Oh great! NOW you tell me!" said the beginner.

#WeMeanBusiness

Staff Directory

Bob White, Executive Director bwhite@charlottecountychamber.org

Jami Joannes, Dir. of Business Development jjoannes@charlottecountychamber.org

Ruth Uzonyi, Dir. of Finance ruzonyi@charlottecountychamber.org

Janet Caffee, Information & Customer Service jcaffee@charlottecountychamber.org

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.)