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Weekly NEWS - May 2, 2011 

 

In This Issue
Life & Style EXPO
Igniting Innovation (I2) Program
Employ Florida Job Link
Purchasing Synopsis
I GO LOCAL
Linked-In
Kentucky Derby social
Business Breakfast - May
Event Schedule
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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
  • Demonstrations
  • Melbourne Ballroom Dance Peformance
  • Style Show:  Dillard's, Masters Clothier, L.A. Bridal 
  • Children's Activities
  • FREE Food, Beverage, Admission & Parking

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

    

Thank You to our Sponsors:
  
Gold Sponsor:
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Silver Sponsor: 
CARE Chiropractic & Wellness Center
Florida Power & Light Company
  
Media Sponsors:
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Igniting Innovation (I2) Capital Acceleration Program

Space Florida and the Technological Research and Development Authority are partnering to deliver the Igniting Innovation (I2) Capital Acceleration Program.  The goal of I2 is to prepare Florida's most promising, high-tech companies for investment. 

 

Please see the attached notice, and the program website at www.I2florida.com,  for further information.  An informational flyer is also attached to this Email.

 

EMPLOY FLORIDA MARKETPLACE

Find Candidates / Jobs   

 

CLICK HERE  

 

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.

BREVARD COUNTY PURCHASING SYNOPSIS

For Bids / Quotes / Proposals

 

April 14 - 20, 2011

  CLICK HERE     

 

PALM BAY PURCHASING & CONTRACTS

For Palm Bay Opportunities

CLICK HERE 

 

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.

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Check out local members promoting
local business

  

"Who you buy from IS someone's business"
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Thank you for your Chamber membership and your participation. Remember to call the Chamber for a referral the next time you need a product or service.

 

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Kentucky Derby Social

Tuesday, May 3rd, 5-7:30 PM 

 

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Grab your hat, and join us for a "Cocktails & Contenders" Kentucky Derby Social in Viera.  The fun begins at 5PM with Derby Drinks, Hors d'oeuvres, Horse Races, Prizes and Hats.   

 

Location:  Duran Golf Club/Tradewinds Restaurant, 7032 Stadium Parkway, Viera 32940.  Costs:  $5 members, $10 potential members.  R.S.V.P. to diane@melbourneregionalchamber.com, or   

CLICK HERE to register online. 

Business Breakfast 
Thursday, May 5 at 7:00 AM
Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place
  
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Come hear about all that is going on at Port Canaveral with Carnival Cruise Lines
  
Susie Ellis - carnivalSpeaker:  Susie Ellis Componsano Business Development Director/East Coast Florida Carnival Cruise Lines 
  

Sponsored By:  Melbourne International Airport. Costs:  $18 members, $35 potential members.  Pre-registration required. CLICK HERE to register online. Registration deadline is Monday, May 2.  For information, call Cassie at (321) 724-5400, ext. 231. 

EVENTS

Tuesday, May 3rd, 5-7:30 PM - Kentucky Derby Cocktails and Contenders! Viera Suntree Region Quarterly Social. Location:  Duran Golf Club/Tradewinds Restaurant, 7032 Stadium Parkway, Viera 32940.  Derby Drinks, Hors d'oeuvres, Horse Races, Prizes, Hats and FUN Costs:  $5 members, $10 potential members.  R.S.V.P. to diane@melbourneregionalchamber.com, or online at www.melbourneregionalchamber.com

 

Thursday, May 5th, 7:15 AM - Business Breakfast of Champions.  Location: Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place, 200 Rialto Place, Melbourne 32901. Topic:  Tourism.  Speaker:  Susie Ellis Componsano, Carnival Cruise Lines. Sponsor:  Melbourne International Airport.  Costs: $18.00 prepaid online reservations; $25.00 at the door/invoiced; $30.00 potential members.  For information, call (321) 724-5400, ext 231.

 

Saturday, May 7th, 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.

 

Tuesday, May 10th, 11:30 AM - 1 PM - Chamber 2040 Luncheon.  Location:  TBD.  Reservations Required.  Costs: $20.00 prepaid online reservations; $25.00 at the door/invoiced; $30.00 potential members.  For information, call (321) 724.5400, ext. 231. 

 

Tuesdays or Thursdays, beginning May 10th and 12th at 6:30 PM, Chamber Women's Golf Clinic Session 2.Don't be left out of the fun and networking! Learn to play golf!  Location:  Duran Golf Club, 7032 Stadium Pky, Viera 32940.  For the beginner- 6-week learning series offered Tuesday or Thursday evenings.  Five one-hour classes covering all aspects of the game, with a 9-hole, Par 3 wrap-up event.  Limited to 8 participants per session.  R.S.V.P. to either wjk@durangolf.com, or call (321) 504-7776 x 7460. Cost per person $125 (Clubs provided if needed).

 

Thursdays - Chamber Women's Golf Clinic.  Locaton:  Duran Golf Club, 7032 Stadium Pky, Viera 32940.   Call 321-504-7776 x 7460.

 

 

MEETINGS

Tuesday, May 3rd, 8 AM - Small Business Council Meeting.  Location:  Melbourne Regional Chamber.  For information, call (321) 724-5400, ext 230.

 

Tuesday, May 3rd, 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, May 4th, 8:30 AM - Leads Avenue Leads Club Meeting.  Location:  Viera Realty, 7350 Shoppes Dr., Suite 103.  For information, call Colette Wood at (321) 242-4575.

 

Wednesday, May 4th, 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.

 

Friday, May 6th, 11 AM - SCORE Small Business Counseling (FREE). Location: Melbourne Regional Chamber. For more information, call (321) 254-2288.

 

 

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Monday, May 2, 2011 - Ribbon Cutting,  2 - 2:45 PM (Actual Cut 2:30PM)  **** Imagine Schools at West Melbourne ****   Location:  3355 Imagine Way, West Melbourne 32940 (1/2 mile north of Palm Bay Road off of Hollywood Bv.).  Event will feature light refreshments, possible student performance - cheerleaders, musicians.  Website:  www.imagineschoolswm.com 

 

Wednesday, May 4, 2011 - Ribbon Cutting, 9 - 10AM (Actual Cut 9:30AM) ****A Step Above Tours****  Location:  1024 South harbor City Blvd., Suite #5, Melbourne 32901.  On the corner of Nasa Blvd. & U.S.1, right next door to Osman's car dealership.  Event will feature light refreshments and guest speakers.  Website:  www.astepabovetours.com 

 

Wednesday, May 4, 2011 - Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening, 4-6PM (Actual Cut 4:30PM) ****Hair'ez Beach Salon****  

Location:  204 Highway A1A, Satellite Beach 32937.  Skyview Plaza, coming from Eau Gallie make a left onto A1A, approx. 3.5 mi. on the left and make a right from 404 Pineda Causeway.  Event will feature refreshments and door prizes, as well as discount haircuts on the day of event.  Website:  N/A.

 

Thursday, May 5, 2011 - Ribbon Cutting & Open House, 2-4PM (Actual Cut 2:30PM) ****West Melbourne Health & Rehab****  

Location:  2125 W. New Haven Avenue, W. Melbourne, FL 32904, west of Hollywood Blvd on the south side of the street.  Event will feature Cinco de Mayo theme, entertainment, refreshments, frozen drink bar.  Website:  www.westmelbournehealthandrehab.com 

 

Friday, May 6, 2011 - Ribbon Cutting, 9-10AM (Actual Cut 9:30AM) ****Jersey Mike's Subs****   Location:  1070 N. Wickham Road, Ste. 102, located on Wickham Road between Eau Gallie and Sarno, on the west side of the street, across from the bowling alley in the strip plaza in front of Wal-Mart.  Shop is between Hair Cuttery and Papa John's.  Event will feature light refreshments.  Website:  www.jerseymikes.com