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Greetings!
The primary election is today and your still have time to vote! Should you have questions on your polling places etc., visit the Supervisor of Elections office website at bayvotes.org.
Don't forget to ask your friends, family and employees to vote yes on the Panama City Bed Tax September 30th. This is our chance to help Panama City to grow and prosper. Help us, help our community. Feel free to post the logo below at your place of business, your website, FB page or anywhere you so desire.
We encourage you to watch this video as Florida's Great Northwest features Wayne Stubbs of Port Panama City. In addition, watch for your October issue of Bay Biz as we also recognize the port's economic impact on Bay County. There's still time to advertise too in this issue.
Don't miss the chance to register for our Industry Appreciation Celebration in September. Click here for more information. Check out this video Gulf Coast State College helped us put together for the celebration.
Thank you, Gulf Coast!
Bay County Chamber staff and many others throughout the region attended the Florida Chamber Trade & Logistics meeting last Monday in Marianna. The event was attended by over 125 individuals.
Additional Topics Include:
- Junior Leadership Bay Applications
- Upcoming BYP Events
- September First Friday
- Industry Appreciation Celebration
- First Responders Appreciation
- Color Vibe 5k
- Ireland Trip
- Grand Openings
- Military Affairs Committee
- Business Referral Network Group Meeting Dates
Much Success,
The Bay County Chamber of Commerce Staff
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Junior Leadership Bay Applications
School is back in session and the Junior Leadership Bay program is kicking off. Do you have a child that is a high school junior and wants to learn more about Bay County, see the different careers available in our area, and possibly be selected for a college scholarship to Gulf Coast State College and Florida State University-Panama City? Students can pick up applications in their school guidance office. For more information, contact Kevin at 215.3757.
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Upcoming BYP Events
Gulf World Behind the Scenes Tour
Thursday, August 28th
Gulf World Marine Park (15412 Front Beach Road) 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. Free for BYP Members, $10 for future Members
RVSP to Kevin at 215.3757 by August 26th.
Sponsored by:
Control Your Money Before it Controls You Luncheon by Dan Hinz Coaching Thursday, September 25th G. Foley's (3212 West 23rd Street) 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free for BYP Members, $15 for future Members
RSVP to Kevin at 215.3757 by September 19th.
Sponsored by:
  
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Friday, September 5th
FSU Panama City Holley Academic Center (4750 Collegiate Drive)
Networking and Coffee: 7:15 a.m.
Program: 8 a.m.
Chad Poppell, Chief of Staff, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
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Industry Appreciation Celebration
The Bay County Chamber of Commerce celebrates local industry contributions through the prestigious Industry Appreciation Awards. Industry Appreciation is held in September to increase awareness of the industries that boost Bay County's economy and improve our quality of life. For more information on any of these events, contact Elizabeth at 215.3761 or Elizabeth@baychamberfl.com.
Mark Your Calendar for these events:
Industry Appreciation Skeet and Trap Tournament
Friday, September 19th
Tyndall Air Force Base
Click here to sign up your team or purchase tickets
Sponsored by:
 
Corporate Sponsorships Available
Industry Appreciation Celebration Awards Breakfast
Tuesday, September 23rd
FSU Panama City Holley Academic Center
Click here to purchase your table or ticket
Sponsored by:
 
Click here for sponsorship information
Want to sponsor all the events for the month?
Click here for presenting sponsor information.
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Save the date for the 4th Annual First Responders Appreciation
Thursday, October 23rd
Wyndham Bay Point Resort
Sponsorship Opportunities are available. Click here.
Thank you to our sponsors:
For more information, or to serve on the task force,please contact Elizabeth at 215-3761.
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Color Vibe 5K
The Color Vibe 5k will be held on November 15th at the former Panama City - Bay County International Airport site. If you are one of the first 500 to register, you will receive $5 off your registration fee by using the coupon code "PANAMACITY5". Click here for early registration. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Bay County Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation.
Want over 1,000 people walking through your door to pick up their registration information for the event? Become the official "Race Place to Stay". $500 off if you sign up before August 29th! Click here for more information.
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Take a Trip to Ireland
The Bay County Chamber is teaming up with Collette Vacations to offer our members a 10 day trip to Ireland starting March 10, 2015. During your 10 day trip you will experience Mass at the Marian Shrine of Knock, enjoy a guided tour of St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, spend two nights in the charming waterside village of Kinsale, renowned as Ireland's "gourmet capital" and much, much more.
The cost of $2,699 for the trip includes airfare out of Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, all accommodations and 12 meals. Want to learn more about the trip? Join us on Monday, October 20th from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Chamber Boardroom. You must RSVP by October 17th.
For more information or to RSVP, contact Elizabeth at 215.3761.
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Ribbon Cuttings
Lone Wolf Bail Bonds
6733 E. Hwy 22
 Mosley High School 501 Mosley Drive  Lone Wolf Investigations
6733 E. Hwy 22
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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 Theresa@baychamberfl.com or 850.215.3759.
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PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS ON THE CHAMBER WEBSITE
for rates and more information.
Did you know as a Chamber member you can post your job openings for free online? Also, if you have an upcoming event, you can also post that for free. Take advantage of the great items our website has to offer!
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Welcome
New Members
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Arias Entertainment
New York Life
Patriot Tax Solutions
Yulista Aviation Services
Thank you to Clear Channel Radio for our new member radio spots!
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Thank You Renewing Members
Member Anniversaries
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1 Year
- City Produce
- Labor Ready
5 Years
- Action Fire & Safety Equipment
7 Years
- Mad Hatter Automotive Center
- Wiregrass Warehouse
8 Years
- Hilton Garden Inn
10 Years
- Lynn Haven United Methodist Church
- Mullins Pharmacy
11 Years
- Keith Lawson Company, Inc.
16 Years
- Diamond Title Agency
18 Years
- Panama Country Club
19 Years
- Junior Achievement of NW Florida
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Chamber Name Tags
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If you've ordered a Chamber name tag, please pick it up at our office at 235 West 5th Street or at any First Friday event. If you would like to order one, please call 850.785.5206 or visit the name tag table at First Friday. The first one is free, and a replacement is $5.
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Need Social Capital?
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Business Referral Network (BRN) provides an opportunity for groups of business professionals to come together to network, share business leads and referrals with other group members.
BRN is available to any member in good standing with the Bay County Chamber of Commerce at no extra charge.
They must attend the scheduled bi-monthly meetings and one referral or lead is requested at each meeting. Members are encouraged to bring one guest (guest may be non-member).
A member may only join one Business Referral Network group. The Business Referral Group also makes sure no single business will be in direct competition with another member of the group. (For example, only one person in banking can be in each group.)
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Business Referral Network Groups Meeting Dates
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Group A
El Jalisco
11:30 a.m.
El Jalisco
11:30 a.m.
August 28th
Group C
Ferrucci Ristorante
11:30 a.m.
August 27th
Group D
Sonny's Bar B Q (Hwy 77 location)
11:30 a.m.
September 3rd
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Include Your Business in our Relocation Packet Program |
Each year the Bay County Chamber of Commerce provides relocation guides to individuals and businesses looking for information on relocating to our area. In addition to the relocation guide, we have created a way for our members to market to these individuals who may soon need their products and services.
For more information on how you can get involved, contact Brittany at brittany@baychamberfl.com or call 215-3755. |
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Support Bay County and its Businesses!
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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 FREE publications that lets visitors, newcomers and potential businesses know Bay County is a great place to live, work and play.
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