Weekly Events & News Update | |
Events This Week - December 25, 2023 | |
Happy Holiday's from Your Chamber | |
Wishing you the joy of the season and the warmth of cherished moments with family and friends. May the magic of Christmas fill your hearts with happiness, and may the coming year bring prosperity, good health, and boundless opportunities. From all of us at Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! | |
$50,000 Gift Establishes Oakland Park Community Fund | |
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A new endowed charitable fund has been established for the City of Oakland Park, Fla., at the Community Foundation of Broward with a generous gift from Steve Hudson and the Hudson Family Fund.
A ceremonial $50,000 check was recently presented by Hudson to Community Foundation President/CEO Jennifer O’Flannery Anderson, Ph.D., on the steps of Oakland Park City Hall. The endowed fund will provide philanthropic support for community needs in the City of Oakland Park. The fund will be managed in perpetuity by the Community Foundation of Broward and its investment income will be used to award grants to support community needs in Oakland Park.
Establishment of the Oakland Park Community Fund breaks new ground in Broward County as it is the first endowed charitable fund established for a city at the Community Foundation of Broward. It is the brainchild of former City of Oakland Park Mayor and Community Foundation Board Member Jane Bolin.
“We’re here to announce a new fund that is being established specifically for the City of Oakland Park,” said Jennifer O’Flannery Anderson. “We have established, through a gift from the Hudson Family Foundation, an endowment to support the City of Oakland Park. The fund that we’re going to house at the Community Foundation will be another tool and asset that all of you have to improve your quality of life and to invest in parks or educational opportunities for kids, to invest in public art or the environment; the opportunities are limitless.”
She continued, “Over time the fund will grow as additional business leaders and families step up to contribute to the fund. You are the first city to establish an endowed charitable fund that invests in your own community, and that is a huge accomplishment that will change lives for generations to come.”
To contribute to the Oakland Park Community Fund, visit: cfbroward.link/OPCommunityFundDonations
For more information about establishing a fund at the Community Foundation, please contact Kelly Marmol, vice president of philanthropic services, at kmarmol@cfbroward.org or 954-761-9503, ext. 155.
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Fall 2023 Digital Magazine is Out | | |
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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐞.
Get ready to embark on a journey through the vibrant pages of our magazine, where we spotlight our amazing members, showcase our wonderful community, and unveil our outstanding chamber programming.
A special thanks to First Baptist Fort Lauderdale for being our cover sponsor.
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Port Everglades Director Jonathan Daniels Resigns | |
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Dear Port Partners:
Nearly four years ago, I came to Port Everglades in the middle of the pandemic. There were no cruise ships in port and truck traffic was light. Today, the landscape looks very different with Disney Cruise Line transforming Terminal 4, six new Super Post-Panamax container gantry cranes, three warehouses replacing our outdated Foreign-Trade Zone, a new jet fuel terminal, and significant progress at Slip One. There is so much more on the horizon.
Unfortunately, I will have to enjoy watching the port’s progress from afar as I have decided, with a heavy heart and after careful deliberation, to accept a new position with the Maryland Department of Transportation as Executive Director of Maryland Port Administration and the Port of Baltimore beginning February 5, 2024.
I want to thank each and every one of you for supporting me and our port through this exciting growth period. I credit Broward County Administrator Monica Cepero for her steady guidance and leadership. The confidence from the Broward County Commission is of the magnitude that few port directors enjoy. Most importantly, I have no doubt that the professional staff will continue to lead and make decisions that will grow Port operations in a way that we can all be proud of.
It has been my honor to serve and work with you at Port Everglades and it is my sincere desire to continue building on the relationships that we have forged together.
Respectfully,
Jonathan Daniels
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GFLCC Personal & Professional Development Skills Series | | |
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Discover impactful strategies to enhance clarity in your business. Elevate your intentionality and strategic approach for goal achievement in 2024! These dynamic sessions cater to business owners, managers, leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs, fostering personal and professional growth for a transformative journey to the Next Level!
Date:
Monday, January 8, 2024
12:30 PM
Location:
Zoom
Click here to Register
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Deerfield Beach: Level Up Program | | |
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Join us for the second of six-monthly sessions for the LEVEL UP Program! Empower your business finance on January 10th with valuable insights and growth strategies. Don't miss out!
Date:
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location:
Central City Campus
401 SW 4th Street, Suite A, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Click here to Register
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Social Impact Breakfast: Anti-Cyber Bullying for Kids & Adults | | |
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Protect yourself from the rising threat of online scams! In 2022, $250M was lost to scams. Join our presentation with Cairo Eubanks, Founder of Bringing the Globe, and BSO. Gain practical tips to navigate the digital world confidently. Don't miss this opportunity to safeguard your digital well-being—secure your spot now for an event that promises empowerment and community impact!
Date:
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
8:30 - 10:00 AM
Location:
Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce
512 NE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Click here to Register
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Broward County: State of the Workforce | | |
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Don't miss the chance to gain essential knowledge, access powerful tools, and network to elevate your business. Connect with top talent at our job fair, creating an opportunity to build a dynamic, skilled team.
Date:
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
8:00 AM
Location:
Broward County Convention Center
1950 Eisenhower Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Click here to Register
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Business Coaching with Kelly Roach | | |
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Join Best Selling Author & CEO Kelly Roach for a virtual coaching session on Jan 30 at 10am. Ask anything about growing your business in 2024. Co-hosted by Membership Chair and VP of the Business Advisory and the Advance, Ty Richardson. Don't miss out!
Date:
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
8:00 AM
Location:
Zoom
Click here to Register
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Want a FREE Panthers Ticket? Fill out the Member Satisfaction Survey for a Chance to Win! | |
We invite you to join us at the official ribbon cutting and grand opening of Pura Vida's second location in Fort Lauderdale | |
Want a FREE Panthers Ticket? Fill out the Member Satisfaction Survey for a Chance to Win! | |
The Branding & Marketing Council wants your feedback on your experience with the chamber. Click the button below and fill out the survey for a chance to win a complimentary Florida Panthers ticket! | |
SUPPORT OUR MEMBER NONPROFITS | |
As we kick off the Holiday Season with GIVING TUESDAY, we encourage you to support our nonprofit members either by donating or volunteering. Please consider the organizations below and thank you for your generosity. | |
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4Kids of South Florida
ABC Cares Foundation
Afro Pride Federation
Ageless World of Dance
All Saints Episcopal Church
American Cancer Society
Ann Storck Center
Arc Broward - Arc Works
Area Agency on Aging of Broward County
ArtServe
Art Prevails Project, Inc.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward
BowTie Kids
Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County
Broward Children's Center
Broward College
Broward Days
Broward Education Foundation, Inc.
Broward House, Inc.
Broward Housing Solutions
Broward Partnership
Broward Public Library Foundation
Business for the Arts of Broward
Camp Boggy Creek
Canine Assisted Therapy, Inc.
Cayuga Centers
Center for Spiritual Living
Central Beach Alliance
Children First Community Homes & Services
Children's Services Council of Broward County
Cleveland Clinic Florida
Common Ground USA
Community Foundation of Broward, Inc.
Covenant House Florida
Dan Marino Foundation
Deerfield Beach Historical Society
Deliver the Dream
Destiny Fulfilled Outreach Ministries, Inc.
Dillard Center Arts Foundation
Early Learning Coalition of Broward County
Epilepsy Florida
Equality Florida
Equine-Assisted Therapies of South Florida, Inc
Family Promise of Southeast Florida
Farm Share, Inc
Firewall Centers
FLIPANY (FL Introduces Physical Activity/Nutrition to Youth)
FLITE Center of Broward County
Florida Association of Nonprofits
Florida Grand Opera
Food For the Poor, Inc.
Fort Lauderdale Historical Society
Freedom Waters Foundation
Friends of Birch State Park
Funding Arts Broward
Gang Alternative, Inc.
Gilda's Club South Florida
Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida
Glam-A-Thon
God's Gift, Inc.
Goodwill Industries of South Florida, Inc.
Guy Harvey Foundation
Habitat for Humanity of Broward
HandsOn Broward
HANDY - Helping Advance/Nurture the Development of Youth
Heal The Planet Together, Inc.
Healthy Mothers-Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward
Heart Gallery of Broward County, Inc.
Henderson Behavioral Health
Hispanic Unity of Florida
Hosanna Corporation/Hosanna4Youth
House of Hope, Inc.
Humane Society of Broward County, Inc.
International Society for Autism
International Swimming Hall of Fame
Jack and Jill Childrens Center Inc.
Julian's Fountain of Youth
Junior Achievement of South Florida, Inc.
Kids In Distress
Kiwanis Club of Fort Lauderdale
Leadership Broward Foundation, Inc.
LifeNet4Families
Lighthouse of Broward for the Blind & Visually Impaired
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida, Inc.
Marine Research Hub
Mayla Pediatric Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Museum of Discovery & Science
National Scleroderma Foundation - FL & Puerto Rico Chapter
Neighbors 4 Neighbors
Pace Center for Girls Broward
Pine Crest School
Rebuilding Together Broward County
RiseAsOne
Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, Inc.
Shak's Hope Foundation
SHIELDUS Co.
Showering Love Inc.
SOS Children's Village of Florida, Inc.
South Florida Institute on Aging - SoFIA
Spiritual Connection Outreach Community Center of South FL
Stranahan House, Inc.
Sweet Dream Makers
Take Stock in Children of Broward County, Inc
TaskForce Fore Ending Homelessness, Inc.
The Grant Cardone Foundation
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
The Local Octopus Foundation
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army - Adult Rehab Center
The SMART Ride
The Welcome Center (Sheila D. White Youth Center)
Trustbridge Hospice Foundation
United Community Options of South Florida
United Way of Broward County
Urban League of Broward County
Volta Music Foundation
WestCare The Village South
Women in Distress of Broward CountyWomen Voice Network
World AIDS Museum and Educational Center
YMCA of South Florida
Zonta Club of Greater Deerfield Beach
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The Guide to Greater Fort Lauderdale is Back! | |
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We're excited to announce that the eagerly anticipated "Guide to Greater Fort Lauderdale" will be making its debut towards the end of this year. Packed with invaluable insights, recommendations, and an insider's perspective on the vibrant Greater Fort Lauderdale region, this guide is your ultimate companion to exploring everything our community has to offer. From hidden gems to must-see attractions, dining delights to cultural treasures, this comprehensive guide is your key to unlocking the best experiences in our beloved city.
For businesses looking to showcase their products and services to a diverse and engaged audience, we're offering exclusive advertising opportunities within this prestigious guide. Don't miss the chance to elevate your brand and reach a wider demographic. To explore our ad prices and proposals, click the button below. Join us in celebrating the essence of Greater Fort Lauderdale and let your business shine in the spotlight!
For previous example, click here! For advertising options, click the button below!
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General
AC Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach
Baxter Martin Advertising
Brizaga, Inc.
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Broward County Medical Association
Castelli Real Estate Services
Century 21 Hansen Realty, Inc.
Elite Language Academy
Embassy Suites - Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
Fitlife Foods Fort Lauderdale
Florida Grand Opera
Fort Lauderdale Country Club
Fort Lauderdale Historical Society
Fort Lauderdale Stays, Inc.
Healthy Mothers-Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward
Innovative Financial Concepts, LLC
International Society for Autism
L2L Marketing + Communications, LLC
List Industries
Mad 4 Marketing, Inc.
One South Florida Wealth Advisors
Seiler, Sautter, Zaden, Rimes & Wahlbrink
The Marker Group, LLC
Valley National Bank
Weston Town Center Executive Suites
Wow Advisors - Walker Ostrowski Williams CPAs
Trustee
Chen Moore and Associates
Edward Jones Investments
Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance
Holy Cross Hospital, Inc.
Moss & Associates
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Starmark International
Van Dee Fulfillment
Wells Fargo Bank, NA
Chairman’s Circle
AT&T Florida
Florida Panthers / FLA Live Arena
Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, Inc.
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BROWARD COUNTY ECONOMY AT A GLANCE | |
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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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