Two Months of New Members
As Central Florida has worked hard to reopen, businesses throughout the region are turning to the Seminole County Chamber as a great place to build their businesses. Over the past two months, nearly two dozen new businesses have joined the chamber in August and September. Let’s take a moment to thank the following members who referred new members to our chamber the past few months. Remember, any member who refers a new member are entered into the Chamber Me Anything contest this month! Thank you to the
Florida Association Of Chamber Professionals Certifies Local Chambers Of Commerce
FORT WALTON BEACH, FL (September 16, 2020) – The Florida Association of Chamber Professionals (FACP) recognized Florida’s top chambers of commerce throughout the state for their outstanding achievement and dedication to the industry. The awards were presented at the organization’s Annual Conference, held September 15-17, 2020 at The Island Hotel by RL in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Among the recognition given were the Certified Plus Designations. In, 2003, FACP implemented the distinction of
Talos Health Solutions Partners with Seminole County Chamber for Business Resource Showcase
Partner organizations able to premier high-tech solutions for business expos in the COVID-19 worldLake Mary, Fla. (September 18, 2020) – Orlando-based Talos Health Solutions has formed a technology partnership with the Seminole County Chamber to spotlight a new type of trade show perfect for businesses to utilize during COVID-19 and long after.The Business Resource Showcase will launch on Wednesday, September 30 and will bring a significant amount of resources to businesses, without them having to leave
Welcome the Seminole County Chamber's New Members!
With the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s been a while since we have promoted our new members. We’re extremely grateful for the companies who invested in the chamber, looking for the resources and connections we provide. Let’s take a moment to thank the following members who referred new members to our chamber the past few months. Thank you to the following members for your referrals: John Fairfull, Simplicity.OnlineMichael Eastham, Fellowship FinancialYesha Patel, Platinium Signs & DesignsZaheer Datoo,
Seminole County Chamber Launches Support Seminole to Spur Economy
More than 60 local businesses participating with more than $2,000 in prizes for consumers Lake Mary, Fla. (August 3, 2020) – Starting today, consumers in Seminole County have an opportunity to not only show their support for local businesses, but also win daily prizes. Support Seminole kicks off with more than 60 local businesses participating, encouraging people throughout our region to utilize those businesses. “Our local businesses need our support today more than ever as we continue to move
Seminole County Chamber Joins National Effort to Assist Cultural Faciilities
This week, the Seminole County Chamber joined forces with 39 other chambers around the country to urge Congress to include cultural organizations, like the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Society, in their appropriations for COVID-19 relief. "Our non-profits operate like any other business and have had to shut their doors like so many others," says Jason Brodeur, president/CEO, Seminole County Chamber. "We need to help them, their employees and the service they provide remain long after this pandemic has
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The U.S. Chamber's “Path Forward” program—an initiative announced earlier this week to address how Americans and businesses can return to work safely, successfully, and sustainably. The initiative includes both a program series of broadcasts featuring conversations led by U.S. Chamber president Suzanne Clark with insights from cross-industry experts, and a comprehensive framework of considerations for implementing a National Return to Work Plan detailed across three different
Replay: Update on Federal COVID-19 Employment and Business Programs
The Seminole County Chamber and Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce heard from Deborah La Fleur and Chris Dawson from GrayRobinson discuss new information regarding labor laws and an update on FFCRA and the CARES Act. Watch the full replay on our YouTube Channel here.
Watch the US Chamber Zoom
On March 31, the Seminole County Chamber and the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce were treated to a great Zoom meeting with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the organization on the front lines to protect businesses in Washington, D.C. Moore Hallmark, Executive Director for the Southeast Region of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, was the guest speaker, updating our members on the recently signed law - The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - which allocated $350 billion to help small
Learn How To Maximize Your Chamber Membership
While the Seminole County Chamber is well known for its events, bringing thousands of people together throughout the year, there are dozens of other ways businesses can use the chamber without leaving their house. In today's economy, it's critical you take advantage of ever member benefit you can. For instance: You can announce an online event to build more attendees. You can strengthen you member profile to help your company's SEO. You can announce a new service or a recent award. There is so much
Frankie Ellitot from Orlando Regional REALTOR Association to discuss COVID issues for REALTORS
On April 10, the Seminole County Chamber hosted Frankie Elliott, Vice President of Government Affairs and Foundation Relations at Orlando Regional REALTOR Association, held a discussion with the Issues Committee. The committee meeting delivered great information on initiatives the association is working on in Washington and Tallahassee to ensure the real estate industry continues to be strong and REALTORS are protected as other workers in the country. To watch the full video, please visit our YouTube
Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program Information
In effort to help small businesses Governor Ron DeSantis and the State of Florida have activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, which provides short-term interest-free loans to small businesses impacted by the CoronaVirus (COVID-19.) Businesses with 2-100 employees can apply for loans at https://floridadisasterloan.org These short-term, interest-free working capital loans are intended to "bridge the gap" between the time a major catastrophe hits and when a business has secured
Fifty! Yes, 50 New Members the Past Two Months!
We’re incredibly thankful for all the new members of the Seminole County Chamber, those members who have decided to invest not only in their future, but in the future of Seminole County and the entire region. Thank you to the following members for your referrals:Adrian Valentin - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices – Florida RealtyAbby Sanchez - Seminole County Public SchoolsBill Blend - MSLApril Esler - Maid to be GreenJoe Dalton - ServproRuth Osborne - Abacus Accounting, LLCKeith Bertrand - Fairwinds
