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Greetings!
We have a lot going on in October including the Non-Profit Sustainability Summit, Grant Writing Workshop and Business After Hours.
Speaking of Business After Hours, be sure to join us tonight at the Visual Arts Center. Read more in this issue.
The Chamber has started its process to develop our 2013 Business Plan. New board members have been selected and the transition has begun for our new Chairman of the Board, Bill Fenimore.
In this issue you will find information and news on:
- Business After Hours
- Non-Profit Sustainability Summit
- Getting the Grant Workshop
- Junior Leadership Bay Silent Auction
- Apple of our Eye Winners
- Business Referral Network Group Meetings
- Military Affairs
- Bay Biz Advertising
- Creating opportunities to market your business and attain great resources on our website - www.panamacity.org
Much Success,
The Bay County Chamber of Commerce Staff
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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
TONIGHT!!
Date: Tuesday, October 16th
Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
Place: Visual Arts Center (19 East 4th Street)
Join us for this fun, relaxed, informal evening social. You'll have a chance to view the Visual Arts Center 24th Annual "Faces and Facets" Photography exhibit. Make sure to bring your business cards for networking and door prizes!
Thank you to our sponsors:
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3rd Annual Non-Profit Sustainability Summit
The Third Annual Non-Profit Sustainability Summit will be held on Tuesday, October 30th, at Florida State University PC Campus in the Holley Academic Center.
Topics include:
- Your New Board
- What Every Executive Needs to Know About Working With Boards
- Creating a Crisis Communication Plan Before You Need One
- Creating Sponsorship Packages that Sizzle and Sell
- Grants 101
Time: Registration-4:30 p.m.; Program-5 p.m.
$60 for Chamber Members; $75 for Future Members. Receive $10 off total registration when 3 or more from the same organization register. Dinner is included. Advance registration required. Click click here for more information or contact Elizabeth@baychamberfl.com.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Thank you to our hospitality sponsors:
Bay Point Wyndham and Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort |
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Getting the Grant -
From Research to Thank You
This interactive workshop is designed to turn an idea into a winning grant proposal. Participants are encouraged to bring a program idea for which they would like to seek funding, and as a group we'll help you put your ideas to work for your organization.
Date: Wednesday, October 31st
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Place: Bay County Chamber Boardroom
235 West 5th Street
$60 for Chamber Members; $75 for Future Members or $30 if you attend the Non-Profit Sustainability Summit. Lunch will be provided.
Click here for more information. |
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First Friday
Date: Friday, November 2, 2012
Time: Networking & Coffee 7:15 a.m.; Program 8 a.m.
Place: Florida State University Panama City Campus
Holley Academic Center 4750 Collegiate Drive
Program:
Commander Anglin, Naval Support Activity
Sponsored By:
Coffee provided by Vittles |
Junior Leadership Bay Seeking Items for Silent Auction
The Junior Leadership Bay Steering Committee is seeking items for a silent auction to be held during the Chamber's Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony on January 25, 2013 at Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort. Participants will receive recognition in the dinner program.
If your business is interested in contributing an item or a gift certificate, please click here. For more information or questions, please contact Elizabeth at 215.3761 or Elizabeth@baychamberfl.com. Proceeds from the silent auction sustain our
Junior Leadership Bay Program.
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Apple of Our Eye Award Winners
RENOVATION
Lifeguard Ambulance Service
2533 East 15th St.
NEW CONSTRUCTION
Whataburger
2401 S. Hwy 77 |
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Grand Openings
At Home Comforts Pet Sitting
Whataburger
2401 S. Hwy 77
Fusion Fitness Center
3203 Minnesota Ave.
 Smugglers Sports Bar & Eatery 532 Tyndall Pkwy.  Game Center at Tommy Hamm, Sr. Cancer Center 301 W. 26th St. |
Start off the new year by
advertising in the January issue of the Bay Biz!
Contact Brittany at 215.3755 or
Click here to view a rate sheet.
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MILITARY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
 The Military Affairs Committee (MAC) of the Bay County Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1946 and is rich in the history of providing good public relations between our military bases and the business community.
The mission of MAC is to develop understanding, support and goodwill between our men and women in uniform and the local business and civic leaders. The committee stages various events and receptions to welcome visiting military officials and guests to the Bay County area.
If you are interested in joining MAC and supporting our local Military Installations, contact Tamara@baychamberfl.com or 850.215.3791. |
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CHAMBER |
Click here to view upcoming Chamber events. |
| COMMUNITY |
Click here to view more upcoming community events. |
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PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS ON THE CHAMBER WEBSITE
for rates and more information.
Members who are an authority in their field are also invited to write an article to appear in the newsroom on the Chamber site. Articles should be written as advice and/or news on a subject that benefits businesses or the community (not a commercial message).
to pitch an article idea or for more information. |
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Welcome
New Members | |
Bay Health Foundation
Chartwells School Dining Services
Claussen Plumbing, Inc.
Genghis Grill
Giambra Vending
Hope Radiation Cancer Center
Meadows and Kelly P. A.
Moulder Insurance Agency, Inc.
Panhandle Orthopedics
SeaMark Wealth
Accommodation & Preservation
Tito's Downtown Cafe & Bakery
Treatment Center of Panama City
Thank you to Clear Channel Radio for our new member radio spots! |
THANK YOU
RENEWING MEMBERS
MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES | |
1 Year
- Cabin Creek Food Services, Inc.
- Florida Architects, Inc.
- LockMasters USA
- Marine Max
- Miller Marine Yacht Service
2 Years
- Ausgar Technologies
- Emerald Coast Interview Consulting
- Sterling Resorts/Laketown Wharf
4 Years
- 88.3 WAY/FM
6 Years
- SVS, Inc.
- Sheltair
- Tarpon Dock Fish Market
7 Years
- Anderson & Associates Construction,
Inc.
- Courtyard by Marriott
8 Years
- GM Appliance
9 Years
- Tommy Smith Elementary
14 Years
- Landrum Professional Employer
Services
- Gregory P. Grantham, D.M.D., P.A.
- Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative, Inc.
24 Years
- Wal-Mart #1207
- City of Panama City Beach
61 Years
- Van Horn Transfer & Storage
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READY FOR 2013? | |
Start planning now for 2013! Sponsorships are available for
First Friday, Business After Hours,
New Member Orientation, Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony and more. Contact 785-5206 for more information. |
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Business Referral Network Groups | |
Four different Business Referral Network (BRN) groups meet bi-monthly for lunch meetings to network and share business leads/referrals with other group members.
Only one member of each group may belong to a particular business/trade, i.e. only one person in banking, to discourage direct competition.
Group A
Olive Garden (Hwy 77 location)
12:00 p.m.
Triple J's
12:00 p.m.
Ferrucci Ristorante
12:00 p.m.
October 31st
Group D
Sonny's Bar B Q (Hwy 77 location)
12:00 p.m.
October 17th
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Support Bay County and its Businesses! | |
Place copies of the "Bay Biz" and "Guide to Discovering Bay County" in your business lobby/office to support and promote our area to your clients and customers.
Call 785-5206 to get your supply of these publications that lets visitors, newcomers and potential businesses know Bay County is a great place to live, work and play. |
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