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The Technological Research and Development Authority (TRDA), is a partner in the Clean Energy Jobs Accelerator, which provides cleantech entrepreneurs and small existing business with assistance to accelerate the migration of clean energy technologies into high growth business ventures.
 
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The Women's Business Center (WBC) at Florida Institute of Technology and the Technological Research Development Authority (TRDA) are working with local intellectual property attorneys to provide free legal counseling to local technology-driven businesses.

 

Entrepreneurs who are developing new products and services will have an opportunity for one-on-one legal counseling in the areas of intellectual property and technological innovation.

Participating attorneys and their law firms include: Steve Thomas of Hayworth, Chaney & Thomas, P.A.; Mark Malek of Zies, Widerman & Malek; and Kelly Swartz of Ingenuity Law. Counseling sessions will be held at the TRDA for three consecutive Fridays on April 27, May 4 and May 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

 

Interested clients must call the WBC to secure a session in the schedule (registration is on a first come, first served basis).

 

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Issue: 1217 April 23  |  2012
Networking Workshop   |  WED, April 25   |  3:30 - 5PM
 
Speakers:  Richard and Cheri Martin, WCN Interactive, Inc.
Topic:  Face-to-Face Networking vs. Social Networking - Is There a Difference?
 

Cheri and Richard Martin, Social Media Strategists, make you feel comfortable with all the social media tools: Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and other Internet marketing processes. This workshop will provide take-aways to help you achieve social media success. 

 

Location:  Melbourne Regional Chamber.

FREE for members, $10 prospective members.

RSVP is requested at www.melbourneregionalchamber.com

New Member Connection Reception  | THURS, April 26  | 4:30PM
Mix, Mingle & Enjoy! 

 

 

We're Mixing it up and you're invited.  It's a FREE after-hours reception, featuring Hors d'oeuvres, Beer and Wine, Music, Tabletops, and Door Prizes.

 

Location: Melbourne Regional Chamber.  

RSVP online at www.melbourneregionalchamber.com

 

Sponsored by TD Bank.

Weekly Calendar

 

EVENTS 

Wednesday, April 25th, 3:30 - 5PM - Networking Workshop.  Location: Melbourne Regional Chamber.  Speakers: Richard and Cheri Martin, WCN Interactive, Inc. Topic: Face-to-Face Networking vs. Social Networking - Is There a Difference?  FREE for members, $10 prospective RSVP requested online at www.melbourneregionalchamber.com.

 

Thursday, April 26th, 4:30PM - New Member Connection Reception.  Location: Melbourne Regional Chamber.  Free after-hours event.  Host: Small Business Council.  Sponsor:  TD Bank.  RSVP requested online at

www.melbourneregionalchamber.com.  

 

Tuesday, May 1st, 5-7PM - Viera Suntree "Cocktails & Contenders" Quarterly Social.  Location: Tradewinds Restaurant, Duran Golf Club, 7032 Stadium Parkway, Viera 32940.  Kentucky Derby-themed networking event; prize for best suited and hatted!  Cost:  $5 members, $10 non-members, payable at the door, however, RSVP is requested online at

www.melbourneregionalchamber.com or to Justin@melbourneregionalchamber.com.  For information, call (321) 622-8998.

 

Wednesday, May 2nd, 11:30AM - 1PM - Viera 2012 VLO BizBetter Luncheon.  Location:  Viera/Suntree Chamber office, 7720 N. Wickham Road, Ste. 113, Melbourne 32940.  Speaker:  David Volk, Volk Law Offices, P. A.  Topic:  Effective Meetings.  Discover how to plan an efficient & successful meeting.  Cost:  free for members, $10 non-members, just bring your lunch.  R.S.V.P. requested at

www.melbourneregionalchamber.com.  For information, call (321) 622-8998.

 

Thursday, May 3rd, 7AM - Business Breakfast of Champions.  Location:  Holiday Inn Melbourne-Viera, 8298 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne 32940.  Speaker:  Jennifer Coto, Business Development Manager - Visit Florida. Sponsored by Melbourne International Airport.  Costs:  members $18.00 prepaid online by Monday, April 30/$25 after April 30 and at the door/invoiced; potential members $35.00.  Register online at www.melbourneregionalchamber.com - due to limited seating, online registration for our monthly breakfast event will close at 5PM on the Monday prior to the event.  For information, call (321) 724-5400, ext. 231.  

 

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, May 4-6th - Runaway Country Music Festival.  Location:  Wickham Park, 2500 Parkway Drive, Melbourne 32935.  Headliners include:  Alan Jackson, Randy Travis, Jake Owen, Big & Rich, Kellie Pickler, Brantley Gilbert, Chris Young and many more!  See the entire lineup and check out ticket, sponsorship, volunteer, and vendor information at www.runawaycountry.com

 

 

 

LEADS

Tuesday, April 24th, 11:30AM - Leads R' Us Leads Club Meeting.  Location:  Brio Italiano, 2005 Vernon Place, downtown Melbourne.   For information, call club president Glenda O'Coin at (321) 254-1687.

 

Thursday, April 26th, 7:45AM - Beach Referral Group Leads Club Meeting.  Location:  Crowne Plaza Melbourne Oceanfront, 2605 Hwy. A1A, Melbourne. For information, call club president Alan Kershaw at (321) 750-3233.

 

 

 

MEETINGS

Tuesday, April 24th, 8AM - Government Affairs Committee Meeting.  Location:  Melbourne Regional Chamber.  For information, call (321) 724-5400.

 

Friday, April 27th, 11AM - SCORE Small Business Counseling (FREE).  Location: Melbourne Regional Chamber.  For more information, call (321) 254-2288.

 

 

 

RIBBON CUTTINGS

FRIDAY, April 27  |  4-5PM  -  The Salvation Army

Ribbon Cut Time 04:15 pm

Event Celebration Building re-dedication 

Additional Details Refreshments will be served in fellowship hall following the ribbon cutting. Company Address/Directions: 1080 S Hickory Street, Melbourne 32904.  North of Holmes Regional Hospital. 

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Two convenient Locations to Serve Our Members:

MELBOURNE:
1005 E. Strawbridge Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32901
P: (321) 724-5400    |    F: (321) 725-2093
Hours:  Mon-Fri, 9AM - 4PM

VIERA/SUNTREE:
7720 N. Wickham Rd., Ste. 113, Melbourne, FL 32940 
P: (321) 622-8998
Hours:  Mon-Thur, 9AM - 3:30PM, Closed on Fridays
                  www.melbourneregionalchamber.com