Bay County Chamber of CommerceApril 21, 2015
eBIZ newsletter


 

It's a great day in Bay! Our Bay County Commission voted unanimously to bring back drivers education to Bay District Schools. The Junior Leadership Bay (JLB) Class did a stellar job presenting its case to the commission and they are all to be commended. Greg Wilson, Chairman, of the JLB Steering Committee, went above and beyond to lead and guide the students through the processes of government. Bay District Schools also stepped up to the plate showing their passion to see the program become a reality. Hat's off to all involved! 

 

Last week, we presented a letter supporting a local preference ordinance in Panama City. Click here to view a story by the News Herald regarding the possibility of the ordinance. 


 The Military Affairs Committee is to be commended for sponsoring the 2015 Gulf Coast Salute. This is a great community event where our military members showcase their talents and accomplishments. To view photos from the event, click here.

 

The April issue of the Bay Biz Magazine is here! Click here to view the online version or call 850.785.5206 for free copies for your office.

  

Additional Topics Include:

  • April Business After Hours
  • BYP Luncheon
  • May First Friday
  • Tourism Appreciation Month
  • CareerSource Career Expo
  • Ribbon Cuttings
  • Ambassador Spotlight
  • Military Affairs Committee
  • Business Referral Network Group Meeting Dates

Much Success,


The Bay County Chamber of Commerce Staff

 

 

Join us for networking, entertainment, door prizes, and more!
Thursday, April 30th

5-7 p.m.

Legendary Marine

(3829 Thomas Drive)

 

Sponsored by:

  

For more information contact  Elizabeth at 850.215.3761 or baychamberevents@gmail.com. 

 

Business Etiquette Luncheon


Brian Upton, Director of Business Growth,
Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center 

Important business dinner and not sure if you should be texting? Attending a cocktail party and not sure what to wear? When should you send that email?
Are you replying in a timely manner? Learn these business etiquette tips and more!

Tuesday, April 28th
Lunch and Networking: 11:45 a.m.
Program: Noon

There is no cost for BYP Members and $10 for future BYP members. Cancellations after April 24th will be invoiced. 
 

For more information about BYP or to RSVP,
contact  Elizabeth at 850.215.3761.

 

Sponsored by:

  

Tyndall


    

Sponsored by:
   
 
Wear your flip flops as we kick off 
Tourism Appreciation Month!

Friday, May 1st
FSU Panama City Holley Academic Center 
(4750 Collegiate Dr.)
Networking and Coffee 7:15 a.m. 
Program 8 a.m. 

Program:

Dan Rowe, PCB Convention and Visitors Center and Tourist Development Council

Coffee provided by Cabin Creek Catering

May is Tourism Appreciation Month and the Bay County Chamber's Task Force, led by Pam George, is planning a month long schedule of events. Get your team out and let's celebrate Bay County's #1 industry!

 

Mark Your Calendar for these fun networking opportunities!

 

  

8th Annual Jungleball Volleyball Tournament & Business After Hours

Date: Tuesday, May 12th

Time: Tournament and Business After Hours - 5 p.m.

Place: Boardwalk Beach Resort

 

Join us for this fun event that involves member businesses competing in a friendly game of volleyball for first, second and third place. Click here to register your team.

 

Thank you to our sponsors: 



 

 

19th Annual Spring Classic Golf Tournament 

Date: Friday, May 29th

Time: Lunch/registration - 11 a.m.

         Shotgun start - Noon

Place: Hombre Golf Club

 

Please join us for a relaxing day on the course and an opportunity to network with other Chamber members.

Click here for sponsorship information. Click here to register your team.

 

Thank you to our sponsors:

   Teco

 

  


 

The Great Golf Ball Drop

The Great Golf Ball Drop will take place following the
 tournament at the 19th Annual Spring Classic. 250 golf balls will be dropped and the first ball in the hole wins $500. For a chance to win, call 850.785.5206 to purchase tickets. Tickets are 1/$5 or 3/$10. You do not have to be present to win.

2015 Career Expo 

   

Need to Recruit Qualified Professionals? CareerSource Gulf Coast is now reserving space for businesses who wish to participate in the 2015 Career Expo on May 14th, 2015. This premier recruiting event draws 500+ professionals each year. If you have open positions that pay at least $12 per hour or $25K per year, you don't want to miss this opportunity to meet with career minded individuals that possess advanced skills and abilities. Booth fee is only $50 and space is limited. To reserve your space, please click here.  For additional information, please contact Christine Etheridge at 
850.872.4340 ext. 115.
Ribbon Cuttings and Groundbreakings


PeoplesSouth Bank
607 S. Tyndall Pkwy. 


Panama City Open MRI
Hwy. 77


Mike Reiter, Attorney at Law
3430 Hwy. 77 Ste. B

 
 Community Bank
100 Richard Jackson Blvd. Ste. 100 
  

About Mac

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 Moran at Theresa@baychamberfl.com or 850.215.3759.
CONNECT
 
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COMMUNITY
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PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS ON THE CHAMBER WEBSITE
for a great way to get in front of your target market! Email Brittany@baychamberfl.com for rates and more information.
  
Did you know as a Chamber member you can post your job openings and available internships 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! Call 850.785.5206 for more information or click here.
 


       


      


        


        


    
 


    


      
  
 
Welcome
New Members

 

Christina Shults Photography

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Edge Aerodynamix, Inc.

   
Thank you to iHeartMedia for our new member radio spots!

 Thank You Renewing Members  

Member Anniversaries  
1 Year
- Bay Arthritis Institute
- Coastal Retirement Consultants
- Humana, Inc.
- Twelve Oaks Recovery Center 
 

2 Years 

- Bay Building Industries Association
- Brookdale Panama City
- Leitz Music Company
- Millie James
- Perry & Young Attorneys at Law 

 

3 Years 

- Firefly
- MaceTech Security Solutions, Inc.
- Pirate Cruise 

4 Years

- Goodwill Career Development Center
 

10 Years 

- Preston Executive Partners


 

11 Years 

- Suncrest/Omni Home Health

 

12 Years

- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

13 Years 

- Sunglass World of NW FL. Inc

 

15 Years

- Ray Morse, DMD, PA

 

 16 Years

- Preble-Rish Inc.

19 Years 

- American Care Source

 
 

Member to Member Discounts
The Member to Member Discount is a special discount, pricing structure, service, or product that is extended only to other members of the Bay County Chamber of Commerce.

Your discount will be featured on the Chamber website www.panamacity.org, next to your business listing. If your business would like to participate, please visit this link and complete the form. Call the Chamber Office at 850-785-5206 with any questions.
Need Social Capital?
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.) 
 
Interested in joining? Contact Tamara at 215.3791 or Tamara@baychamberfl.com for availability.
Business Referral Network Groups Meeting Dates

Group A
G. Foley's
11:30 a.m.
May 5th
 
Group B
El Jalisco
11:30 a.m.
April 23rd

Group D
Sonny's Bar B Q (Hwy 77 location)
11:30 a.m.
May 6th

If you are interested in joining a BRN group, contact  Tamara@baychamberfl.com
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. 

Support Bay County and 
Your Fellow Members!
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.