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Weekly NEWS - April 18, 2011

In This Issue

Kentucky Derby Social

KSC Will Get Atlantis

Retailer Nominations

Talking Tourism

Linked-In

Joe Pici Seminar

Register NOW - Life & Style EXPO

Event Schedule

I GO LOCAL

Purchasing Synopsis

Employ Florida Job Link

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Kentucky Derby Social

What could be more fun than a Kentucky Derby Cocktails & Contenters Quarterly Social? Any professional excited to network over hors d'oeuvres and specialty derby drinks won't want to miss the fun contests and prizes for horse race winner and best suited and hatted!

Join us on Tuesday, May 3, from 5-7:30 PM at Duran Golf Club in Viera. Costs: $5 members, $10 potential members. Please RSVP to diane@melbourneregionalchamber.com or online at melbourneregionalchamber.com.

Duran Golf Club, 7032 Stadium Parkway, Viera, FL 32940.

NASA Gets Atlantis

NASA Administrator Charles Bolden announced that Atlantis, the second-newest orbiter in the fleet, will have a permanent home at the Kennedy Space Center.

Atlantis is currently preparing to launch on the very last shuttle flight in June.

More details: http://goo.gl/oe7wa

Retailer of the Year Nominations

Do you know a Florida retailer who deserves to be recognized? If so, please nominate them for the 2011 Retailer of the Year Award for Leadership (ROYAL).

The Florida Retail Federation (FRF) is accepting nominations now through Friday, April 22, for this prestigious, statewide award. Since being instituted in 1999, the award has honored retailers operating all types of retail establishments in Florida who blend sound business practices with commitments to their communities, customers and employees. Nominations can be made online at www.frf.org. Just click on the "Retailer of the Year" link on the right side of the homepage.

Nomination criteria
· Anyone may make a nomination and may submit more than one retailer for consideration in any given award year.
· Previous nominees who didn't receive a top award may be nominated again.
· Self-nominations are appropriate.
· Nominees must have a physical presence in the operation and / or management of a retail business in Florida.
· Please note: retailers are considered those who sell products and services directly to consumers.

For more information visit www.frf.org or contact Brenda Grindstaff at 888.357.3824 or FRFAwards@frf.org.

Talking Tourism

Last week the broadcast was from Melbourne Beach, Florida. The original plan was to do the show from the Crowne Plaza Melbourne Oceanfront Resort & Spa, our accommodations for the weekend. As luck would have it, telephone technology circumvented Plan A requiring the implementation of Plan B, which called for using the canal-front office of Coastal Angler Magazine, just a quick five minute hop from the hotel. Whew! Predicting the unpredictable keeps us out of trouble and back up plans are always essential when we're on the road.

Featured guest Rodney Smith, the publisher of Coastal Angler Magazine, was a great interview. Known for his environmental passion, Rodney shared with listeners how he became involved with spreading the environmental message through his personal actions and the printed word. An avid fisherman, boater, surfer and outdoor enthusiast, "Use it...Don't Abuse It" has been his mantra for over three decades. Rodney shared why Coastal Angler Magazine is actually increasing circulation and page count instead of decreasing, as is the trend with the vast majority of magazines and newspapers today. His reasons were fascinating.

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Despite the last minute change in broadcast locations, Christine Michaels, president and CEO of the Melbourne Regional Chamber of East Central Florida, tracked us down and did an outstanding job of filling us in on what's happening in the Brevard County/Space Coast area. While this trip did not permit, the Talkin' Tourism crew definitely wants to head back to Melbourne soon for some fishing and surfing fun, as well as a visit to the Brevard Zoo, which Christine said is not to be missed!

It had been quite some time since Radio Man last visited Melbourne and there have been quite a few changes. Water activities, festivals, museums, fishing, boating, surfing, and of course just plain relaxation can all be found here.

If you missed the show, you can download it or listen to it HERE.

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Turn Your Membership Into Money

Thursday, April 28 - 8:30AM

at The Chamber

Learn how to Increase New Business, Lock-in Client Loyalty, & Drive Quality Referrals.

Presented By: Joe Pici

Sponsored By: Sunshine Coffee Service.

Costs: Free to members, $25 potential members. Pre-registration required. CLICK HERE to register online. For information, call Cassie at (321) 724-5400, ext. 231.

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2011 EXPO - Saturday, May 7

11AM - 6PM

Join us for this family-friendly event at Lexus of Melbourne, our Premier Sponsor and Event Host, on Saturday, May 7, when the Better Business Council of the Melbourne Regional Chamber will present the 2nd Annual Life & Style Expo.

Business Expo
Food & Entertainment
Dance Peformance
Style Show
Children's Activities
FREE Food, Beverages, Admission & Parking

CLICK HERE for flyer and PDF registration form.
CLICK HERE to register online.

To Sponsor this event, please contact Diane Gabik at (321) 724-5400, ext. 238.

Thank You to our Sponsors:

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Silver Sponsor:

CARE Chiropractic & Wellness Center

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EVENTS

Tuesdays, March 22^nd through April 26^th, 6:30 PM - Duran Golf Club - Chamber Women's Networking on the Greens. Location: 7032 Stadium Parkway, Viera 32955. Duran Golf Club offers the opportunity for Chamber Women to learn and play the game of golf, while networking on the beautiful greens of Duran. For the beginner-Fun, 6-week learning series offered Tuesday evenings. Five one-hour classes covering all aspects of the game, with a wrap-up, 9 hole Par 3 golf event featuring wine and cheese social! Limited to 8 participants. RSVP to either wjk@durangolf.com, or call Wally at 321-504-7776 x 7460. Cost per person $125 (Clubs provided if needed!). For those who play-Executive Woman's Golf League is offered every Tuesday at 6:30 PM on the lighted Par 3 Golf Course. Cost $10 per player.

Thursdays, beginning March 31^st - Duran Golf Club - New Chamber Women's Golf Clinic. Call 321-504-7776 x 7460.

Tuesday, April 19^th, 7:30 AM - 1:30 PM - Operation "Thank You." Location: Melbourne Regional Chamber. Volunteers may pick up their packets early on Monday, April 18^th, between 4PM - 5:30PM or on Tuesday morning beginning at 7:30AM. For information, call Chuck at (321) 724-5400, ext 230.

Tuesday, April 19^th, 5 PM -Chamber Alive@5. Location: Doubletree Guest Suites Melbourne Oceanfront Hotel, 1665 N. State Route A1A, Melbourne 32903, $5 at the door - members; $10 at the door - guests. Cash Bar. For information, call Cassie at (321) 724-5400, ext 231.

Thursday, April 21^st, 11:30 AM - 1 PM - Business Toolkit Series. Location: Barry University/Melbourne Campus, 630 S. Wickham Road, Suite 104, Melbourne 32904 Topic: Quickbooks Workshop. Speaker: Juan A. Gomez. Sponsor: Barry University. Cost: (incl. box lunch) $25 members and Barry University Alumni; $40 non-members. Optional: $40 "Pick-A-Pair" package - Register for 2 sessions and save $10. Register online for single session at www.melbourneregionalchamber.com, or call Cassie to register for 2 "Pick-A-Pair" sessions at (321) 724.5400, ext. 237.

Thursday, April 28^th, 8:30 - 10AM - Turn Your Membership Into Money Workshop. Location: Melbourne Regional Chamber. Topic: Increase New Business, Lock-in Client Loyalty, & Drive Quality Referrals. Speaker: Joe Pici. Sponsor: Sunshine Coffee Service. Costs: Free to members, $25 potential members. Pre-registration required. Register online at: www.melbourneregionalchamber.com. For more information, contact Cassie at (321) 724-5400, ext. 231.

Saturday, May 7^th, 11AM - 6PM. Better Business Council 2011 Life & Style Expo. Location: Lexus of Melbourne, 6927 Bromley Drive, Viera 32940. Premier Sponsor and Event Host: Lexus of Melbourne. Sponsors: Courtyard Marriott, Residence Inn Marriott, CARE Chiropractic & Wellness Center, Florida TODAY, 98.5 the Beach, Brevard Business News, Hometown News, Spotlight Magazine, Senior Scene Magazine, Senior Life and Viera Voice. Vendor booth costs: Crafters - $50; BBC Members - $200; Chamber Members $250; Non-members $350. Sponsorships available: Gold - $750; Silver - $500. Register online at: www.melbourneregionalchamber.com. For more information, contact Marcia at (321) 724-5400, ext. 236.

LEADS

Tuesday, April 19^th, 11:30 AM - The Innovators Leads Club Meeting. Location: Shells Seafood Restaurant, 1490 W. New Haven Avenue, West Melbourne. For information, call Joe Nicolosi at (321) 757-9797.

Wednesday, April 20^th, 8:30 AM - Leads Avenue Leads Club Meeting. Location: TBD. For information, call Colette Wood at (321) 242-4575.

Wednesday, April 20^th, 12 Noon - Money Makers Leads Club Meeting. Location: Courtyard by Marriott, 2101 W. New Haven Avenue. For information, call Tom Taranto at (321) 961-2871.

MEETINGS

Thursday, April 21^st, 8:30 - 9:30 AM - Membership Committee Meeting. Melbourne Regional Chamber Auditorium. For information, call (321) 724-5400.

Friday, April 22^nd, 11 AM - SCORE Small Business Counseling (FREE). Location: Melbourne Regional Chamber. For more information, call (321) 254-2288.

I GO LOCAL represents a comprehensive campaign, sponsored by TD Bank, to promote local shopping habits in local consumers and in business-to-business purchasing.

Check out local members promoting

local business

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"Who you buy from IS someone's business"

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BREVARD COUNTY PURCHASING SYNOPSIS

For Bids / Quotes / Proposals

April 14 - 20, 2011

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PALM BAY PURCHASING & CONTRACTS

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EMPLOY FLORIDA MARKETPLACE

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Programs funded through Brevard Workforce are equal opportunity programs with auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Visit www.brevardworkforce.com or call Toll Free in Brevard 504-7600.