Weekly Events & News Update | |
Events This Week - August 14, 2023 | |
Leadership Fort Lauderdale
Accepting Applications
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Don't miss your chance to become a catalyst for change in Fort Lauderdale! Join the extraordinary journey of Leadership Fort Lauderdale and become a driver of the future. Register by August 30 and be part of something remarkable. Click here to register today! | |
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Arlene Pecora, Gregg Goldstein, Comcast Business, YMCA of South Florida, and Hoffman's Chocolates all received awards at the 2023 Sawgrass Awards on August 10th. The sold-out event took place at Renaissance Plantation! Introductions to the honorees were made by Kellie Hensley of Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Tanya Pawlowski of NSU, Greg Chavarria of the City of Fort Lauderdale, as well as former award winners Andrew Koeing of City Furniture, and Rita Case of Rick Case Automotive Group.
Thank you to our sponsors: Cleveland Clinic, Broward Health, the City of Fort Lauderdale, Lan Infotech, LBU Lighting, EM Consulting Group, Comcast Business, and the YMCA.
"The executive team...they lift and inspire me every day. I would never be where I am today without them and without you, but it's always been about you! We're focused on you and your needs. So, it has been a pleasure to serve you and this community," Pecora said.
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August 11th was the welcoming of our new class of members here at the Chamber! Thank you to everyone who joined the new member orientation this morning. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow professionals. Attendees had the chance to hear from chamber staff, ambassadors, and success stories from current members. | |
Downtown Council Discuss Higher Education | |
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Higher education was the focus of August 9th's Downtown Council Board Meeting. Lisa Quinn, NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, and Dr. Joseph Choma, FAU School of Architecture, gave presentations on their organization's efforts to push higher learning on the upcoming youth. "We want to make this space a home for everyone," Quinn replied when asked about her vision for the organization.
Our second speaker, Dr. Choma, covered the impressive Google partnership with FAU's Architecture program. FAU is also the only school that requires undergraduates to learn about AI. He spoke deeper about the student's experience on the project and working with Google as a client.
The meeting ended with a word from Yandy Gilson, Partnership Manager for Broward College. She announced that Broward College has also joined the movement to push higher education on youth. Broward College was awarded with a $30 million grant to make an impact in the community and helping kids to get ahead in preparation for college.
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New River Bakery & Cafe Ribbon Cutting | |
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New River Bakery Café opened its doors to the community for its grand ribbon cutting on August 11th! Mayor Dean Trantalis, Vice Mayor Nan Rich, Jack Seiler, Heiko Dobrikow, Stacy Ritter, Elizabeth Van Zandt, and many more were all in attendance to support the business and celebrity pastry chef Sabrina Courtemanche. Attendees were served a lunch box to take home and try different menu items. The New River Bakery & Café will be a great addition to the Riverwalk ambiance as the city of Fort Lauderdale continues to expand.
“We do it with the heart. Our goal is to spread this love and passion from the bakery into the community around us, creating a warm, welcoming environment with amazing food,” Courtemanche said.
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Pummarola Fort Lauderdale
Ribbon-Cutting
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Pummarola Fort Lauderdale held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its 6th location in South Florida and 1st in Fort Lauderdale! Broward County Mayor Lamar Fisher, City of Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis and Fort Lauderdale City Manager Greg Chavarria supported the ceremony.
Thank you to owner, Larry Mele, for providing delicious menu samplings and beverages. If you're looking for a family-owned Italian pizzeria (located at Mercede Performing Arts Plaza – 620 W. Las Olas Blvd), give Pummarola Fort Lauderdale a visit!
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Career Source Broward Youth Employment Program | |
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August 8th marks the final day of the CareerSource Broward Summer Youth Employment Program for our Intern, Paiton Ferguson. Paiton has been instrumental in assisting with customer service, database management and accounting services. As she returns to school, we wish her well in her journey. Thank you, Paiton, for all your hard work!
We’d recommend this program to anyone who’s looking for help in clerical, assistant, or aide services with government agencies, libraries, community organization, for-profits, as well as non-profits! For more information about CareerSource Broward's Summer Youth Employment Program, click here.
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Living Water Christian Academy Ribbon Cutting | |
Living Water Christian Academy held their ribbon cutting ceremony on Sunday, August 6th, with a dedicated day of activities. Children ranging from kindergarten to 5th grade attended their grand opening. They enjoyed activities with a bounce house, fun games, official backpacks, food, and music. Thank you to everyone who attended this joyful celebration. | |
Make Your Excellence in Healthcare Awards Nominations Today! | |
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Nominees for the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Healthcare Awards are those individuals, programs and entities who provide care, services and innovative programs above and beyond all expectations. These nominees are shining examples of the best and the brightest in our healthcare community. Awards will be presented on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Perspectives on Florida's Healthcare program presented by Broward Health at the Signature Grand. All awardees will be notified by Chamber staff or a member of the Healthcare Council.
The deadline for submitting your nominee is Friday, September 19, 2023. Click here to make your nominations today!
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Board of Directors Luncheon to be
Held at Galleria Fort Lauderdale
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Please join us at Galleria Fort Lauderdale, a premier shopping destination, for lunch as we welcome new Trustees, and to hear from Dr. Peter B. Licata. You will also get the latest updates on the general session of the Florida Legislature and have plenty to catch up on with Directors and Trustees. Dr. Peter B. Licata is the new South Regional Superintendent of Broward County School District, leading the second-largest school system in Florida with over 190,000 students and 180 campuses, and has a background in educational leadership and teaching.
Now Open to Entire Membership
Date:
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Galleria Fort Lauderdale
2414 E. Sunrise Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Click here to Register
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Coffee & Connections in Deerfield Beach | | |
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The Deerfield Beach Council welcomes you to join them on Tuesday, August 22, for Coffee & Connections at the Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort for their monthly networking event.
Date:
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Location:
Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort
2096 NE 2nd Street
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Click here to Register
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Join Us for August's Chamber Breakfast | | |
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Join your fellow Chamber members at this month's Chamber Breakfast at the Tower Club, hosted by the Downtown Business Council in partnership with the Economic Resilience Council.
This month's focus will be on Resiliency. Come hear from leaders from the public and private sectors about the challenges of a coastal community and learn what is being done to make our city more resilient.
Speakers will be Charlie Ladd, President of Barron Real Estate, Alan Dodd, Public Works Director for the City of Fort Lauderdale, and Alec Bogdanoff, Co-founder and President of Brizaga, Inc.
Date:
Thursday, August 24, 2023
7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Location:
The Tower Club
100 SE 3rd Avenue
One Financial Plaza
Regions Bank Bldg., 28th Floor
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33394
Click here to Register
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Women's Council September Mixer | | |
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It's time for something fun and exciting! Bring your business cards and join your fellow Chamber members at Bodega Taqueria y Tequila for our September networking mixer.
Date:
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Location:
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila
21 W. Las Olas Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Click here to Register
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GET INVOLVED!
The Chamber offers many ways for members to be engaged. In addition to attending events and programs, we encourage everyone to be part of one or more of the 31 Councils that represent the Chamber.
Here's the list!
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