Join Us for the 2024 Washington Summit

Don't miss this opportunity to join fellow business leaders, and elected officials for the upcoming FPL Washington Summit, presented by Nicklaus Children's Health System. This is your exclusive invitation to be part of our Broward County delegation traveling to Washington, D.C. from May 13th to 16th, 2024.

During this important trip, we'll advocate for critical issues that impact our local economy. Our agenda includes pushing for the deepening and widening of Port Everglades, utilizing Pell Grants for job training programs, finding solutions for workforce housing, improvements to the flood control system, and extending clean energy tax credits.

This is your chance to be part of the conversation and make a difference for Broward County. We'll be staying at the luxurious Hotel Washington, enjoying a reception with the Peruvian Ambassador, and even embarking on a candlelight tour of the U.S. Capitol Building. Spots are limited, so don't delay!

Join Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis, Burnadette Norris-Weeks, Board Chair, and Janna Lhota, Washington Summit Chair, as we advocate for Broward County's future.

Register today at www.washingtonsummit.org or contact Liza Soto (liza@ftlchamber.com) for more information. Together, we can move Broward County forward!

Women Know Y: Finance Matters

We hope you can all join us on Tuesday, May 14^th for an insightful evening with subject matter experts who will unravel the importance of financial independence and security for women at every career juncture

RobotLab Grand Opening

On Tuesday, May 7th, RobotLab hosted their grand opening in Davie, FL! RobotLAB is the most experienced and award-winning robotics integrator. They provide innovative robotics products and solutions for various markets, including education, research, restaurants, hotels, delivery, and cleaning. Additionally, they offer award-winning educational robots, virtual reality, and smart devices for K-12 schools, special education, along with curricula and lesson plans. For more information visit: www.robotlab.com or you can visit them at: 5000 SW 52nd Street Suite 513, Davie, FL 33314

Marine Advisory Council Meeting

Last week the Marine Advisory Council received a City of Fort Lauderdale Update from City Manager, Greg Chavarria. On May 7th, the City Commission will name an interim City Manager. Greg will work with the transition team. Several Project updates were given including: Police station (on schedule), Cooley’s Landing $4.3 million, Las Olas Marina (on schedule), highlighted in Las Olas Lifestyle Magazine. At the beginning of Greg's tenure, there were only 3 Public-Private Partnerships. Under his leadership, that number has increased to 12. The challenges include renovations to the Seawalls, and the need to continue to advocate for Public-Private Partnerships, escalating growth. Lori presented Greg with the MIASF pin in appreciation of his work with the Marine Industry and his legacy as a Game Changer.

Deerfield Beach Commercial Brokers Breakfast

Deerfield Beach City Manager, David Santucci reconvenes Commercial Brokers at their annual breakfast this past Thursday, May 2, 2024. The session was kicked off by Bob Birdsong, Chair of Economic Development Council . The workshop included the state of the market by Ken Krasnow, Colliers International, Eric Power, Director of Planning and Development Services, and Kris Mory, Director of Economic Development who outlined the development and re-development projects and opportunities. Over 65 brokers attended.

GILDA'S Open House & Ribbon Cutting

The new GILDA’s headquarter is finally done and ready to welcome all.  

Please join us for the official ribbon cutting @ 9:15am on Wednesday, May 22nd

Fort Lauderdale: Top 100 Best Places to Live

Livability just released its yearly Top 100 Best Places to Live and Fort Lauderdale is on the list! Click the button below to learn more about our great city!

Introducing Wise Guy Pizza

Now open in Las Olas! Wiseguy Pizza is a pizza shop that takes its craft seriously. They’ve traveled the world studying the best pizza techniques, from pizzerias in Italy to local slice shops. They serve massive cut slices, made with imported ingredients from Italy, with over 20 different flavors. You can visit them at 401 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 or you visit their website: wiseguypizza.com

An in-person grand opening will be taking place at 401 E Las Olas Blvd. on May 7th where they will be handing out free slices!

We are accepting applications for Leadership Fort Lauderdale Class 31!

We are seeking motivated individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in Fort Lauderdale and are committed to personal and professional growth. Whether you are a young professional looking to advance your career, an entrepreneur seeking to expand your business network, or a community advocate dedicated to driving meaningful change, this program is tailored to help you achieve your goals.

If you or someone you know would benefit from participating in the Leadership Fort Lauderdale program, we encourage you to apply or nominate a candidate today. Applications are now open, and the deadline is August 30th, 2024.

To learn more about the program and apply, please visit our website here. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Dolores Molina, 954-462-8023 or via email dolores@ftlchamber.com

Scaling Your Business? CareerSource Has Your Workforce Solution

Find skilled workers & build a thriving team. CareerSource Broward can help. Take our quick (3 minute) survey to see if our services are a good fit for your business. Together, let's fuel Broward's workforce!

Small Business Workshop by Congresswoman

Wasserman Schultz

Upcoming Events

Trustee / Trustee PLUS / Chairman’s Circle POP-UP SOCIAL

THIS EVENT IS EXCLUSIVE TO CHAIRMAN'S CIRCLE, TRUSTEE PLUS, & TRUSTEE MEMBERS ONLY

Member Orientation

Downtown Council Introduces Avenue of the Arts

Development Series Lunch

Director & Trustee Luncheon at Cambria Hotel

Marine Advisory Council: DTC Breakfast

Social Impact Breakfast

Deerfield Beach: Coffee & Connections

Discounted Tickets for Members

Water Taxi Tickets

Miami Marlins Tickets

As a member of The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce swing into savings for the 2024 Miami Marlins baseball season with discounted tickets all season long! Experience the excitement of Miami Marlins baseball, coming off an unforgettable playoff run in 2023.

Don't miss this chance to be part of the Marlins' journey to victory. Grab your discounted tickets today and get ready for an unforgettable day at the ballpark!

Holy Cross Welcomes Diana P. English, M.D., FACOG

Gynecologic oncologist Diana P. English, M.D., Fellow of American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (FACOG), has joined Holy Cross Medical Group, a multi-specialty physician employed group of more than 130 physicians providing services throughout Broward County.

Board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology for OBGYN and Gynecologic Oncology and the American Board of Internal Medicine for Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Dr. English specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all gynecologic cancers — ovarian, uterine, cervical...Click Here for Full Story

Uterine Fibroids Shrinking Services now Offered by Holy Cross

Holy Cross Health in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is now offering the Acessa ProVu® system to shrink uterine fibroids.

Every year, approximately 540,000 hysterectomies are performed for non-cancerous conditions, including uterine fibroids.1 The clinically proven Acessa Laparoscopic Radiofrequency Ablation (Lap-RFA) procedure provides qualified patients with a minimally invasive alternative to hysterectomy or myomectomy and reduces the likelihood of major blood loss during surgery. The revolutionary procedure is...Click Here for Full Story

NEW MEMBERS - April 2024

General

ARC Document Solutions, LLC

Blackford & Associates, LLC

Brustman Carrino Public Relations

Choice Waste of Florida

Cloud Nine Nonprofit Advisors

Conrad and Scherer Trial Lawyers

Credit Card Processing Agents L.L.C.

DUNE by Laurent Tourondel

Griswold Care Pairing

JGalt Financial Suite

Journey Payroll & HR

Kairos Roofing

Law Office of LLA Esquires

Legacy Estate & Income Planning

Life Tempo Acupuncture

McAllister Towing

Miami Sharks

Morse Communications Inc.

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

ONE Commercial Real Estate

Park and K LLC

Recovery Unplugged

Seafarers' House

Simple Airsoft Indoor Arena, LLC

Special Olympics Florida-Broward County

Supreme Title & Escrow, Inc

Synergy Technologies

The Business Valuation Group

Valpak

YoYoDyne

Trustee

Global Miami Magazine

Latitude Key Vacations

RENEWING MEMBERS - April 2024

General

Amazing Life-Life Coaching

Area Agency on Aging of Broward County

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward

Brightway Insurance, The Mavic Agency

Broward Paper & Packaging, Inc

Brown Legal PLLC

Camaco Development

Cellular Sales

Center for Spiritual Living

Charter Schools of Excellence, Inc.

Children First Community Homes & Services

Children's Services Council of Broward County

Covenant House Florida

Duree & Company

Feller Engineering

FLIPANY (Florida Introduces Physical Activity and Nutrition to Youth)

Florida Association of Nonprofits

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa

Funding Arts Brwoard

Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida, Inc

Gillen Property Management, LLC

Glover Franchise Consultants, LLC

HandsOn South Florida

Kraeer-Fairchild Funeral Home & Cremation Center

Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort

Marine Industries Association of South Florida

Mark's List

Matthews Southwest

MetroMedia, A Town Square Publication Company

Montachem International, Inc.

Newsworthy Stories

Nexus Funding Solutions

Northwestern Mutual

Provenance Wealth Advisors

Rebel Wine Bar

Rogers Towers Fort Lauderdale

S MARK Graphics Florida, Inc.

Sage Consult LLC

Sotheby's Opulent Group

South Florida Hospital News, LLC

The Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival/Cinema Paradiso

The Pride Center at Equality Park

The Salvation Army

Tower Club

United Island & Yacht

Wright Dynasty, LLC

Zonta Club of Greater Deerfield Beach

Trustee

American National Bank

Atlantic Hotel & Spa

Berger Singerman LLP

Green Mills Group

Huizenga Holdings, Inc.

Locality Bank

Nova Southeastern University

Orange Bowl

Seacoast Bank

Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach

Spirit Airlines

SYNOVUS

WSP USA Inc.

Chairman’s Circle

Bank of America

Chevron USA, Inc.

Fisher & Phillips LLP

Tri-Regional Mayors "Breakfast Forum" and Big Ideas, Tuesday, June 25, 2024, 7:30-11:45 am, Coral Ridge Country Club.

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