Bay County Chamber of CommerceJuly 14, 2015
eBIZ newsletter


 

As you may know, our Chairman of the Board, Andrew Levy, has accepted a position in Chicago of which is a great opportunity for him and his family. His passion to grow and develop this community is surpassed by no other. We wish him the best and thank him for all he has done for this Chamber, the Business Innovation Center and numerous other organizations.

 

We are fortunate to have a line-up of officers willing to carry the torch when these types of changes happen. Please help us welcome Michael Sears, Chair Elect, who will take over as Chairman for the balance of the year. Thank you Mike and we look forward to an exciting second half of 2015. 

 

We want to know what federal and state issues you are concerned about. Please take our Governmental Affairs survey by clicking here. We will use this information to help form our Legislative Agenda for the year.
 

The deadline for the 2015-2016 Leadership Bay Class applications is coming up! Want to participate in this great leadership program? See more information below.

 

Industry Appreciation Celebration is in September and we are awarding industries in Bay County that have made a significant impact to our community. There is no cost to apply. Click here for more information.
 

Congratulations to our own Elizabeth Smith, Vice President of Events and Foundation, who completed her first year at the Institute for Organization Management, a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. 

 

Did you know...

  • We offer a free language bank for members? If you are fluent in a foreign language and would like to volunteer, please call 785.5206.
  • Need something notarized? That's also free for members! Please call ahead for this service.

Additional Topics Include:

  • First Friday 
  • Leadership Bay Applications
  • Industry Appreciation Celebration
  • First Responders Appreciation 
  • Tuscany Trip
  • Military Affairs Committee
  • Business Referral Network Group Meeting Dates

Much Success,


The Bay County Chamber of Commerce Staff


   Sponsored by:
 
Friday, August 7th
Networking and Coffee 7:15 a.m.
Program 8 a.m.
FSU Panama City
(4750 Collegiate Dr.)
    
Program:

NSWC PCD: 70 Years in Bay County & Going Strong
  

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2015-2016 Class Applications

The Bay County Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting applications for the 2015-2016 Leadership Bay Class. Information about Leadership Bay and applications can be found by clicking here. Deadline to apply is August 7th. Participation in the program is limited.

Founded in 1983, Leadership Bay is a community leadership development program sponsored by the Bay County Chamber of Commerce. Based on the premise that people are our most important resource, the purpose of the program is to offer potential leaders a curriculum in community leadership training. Sessions are held every other Wednesday, beginning in October and running through May, to familiarize selected participants with issues and resources that directly impact the future of Bay County. 
Mark Your Calendar for 
These Upcoming Events

 September is Industry Appreciation Month Presented 
                       by Gulf Power Company 

September 4th- First Friday - Industry Appreciation Kickoff
September 18th- Skeet Shoot 
September 24th- Industry Appreciation Awards Breakfast

 

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Join the Chamber as we honor our First Responders at
the 4th Annual First Responders Appreciation Luncheon on Thursday, October 29th, presented by Tyndall Federal Credit Union. 

Thank you to our sponsors:





   

 

The Bay County Chamber is teaming up with Collette Vacations to send you to Italy and Discover Tuscany on 

March 8-17, 2016. 

 

During this 10-day vacation, you will visit Rome, Assis, Basilica of St. Francis, Montecatini Terme, Lucca, Gothic Line, San Gimignano and Florence.  You will experience the cuisine, the culture, the wine and the history of Italy.

 

Register before September 9th and receive a special discount.  For more information click here or contact Elizabeth 

at 850.215.3761.

Ambassador Spotlight 


Born in Panama City, Terry Campbell attended Bay High, Gulf Coast State College, and FSU in Tallahassee. After 13 years living & working in Tallahassee, he returned to Panama City with his family to begin his career in communications. Campbell is employed with First Communications as a sales consultant. He specializes in Motorola wireless communications systems for government, industry and small business. He has 30 years worth of experience in the wireless communications industry. His extensive knowledge and expertise helps organizations resolve many of today's complex communication problems. Campbell has been a Chamber member since 1986. He also is a long standing Military Affairs Committee member. 


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.
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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
community 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

 

Bay Point Resort Golf Club

 

Daffin Insurance Service

 

Volkert, Inc.

   
Thank you to iHeartMedia for our new member radio spots!

 Thank You Renewing Members  

Member Anniversaries  
1 Year

- Advanced Orthodontics

- Arias Entertainment, LLC

 

4 Years

- Miller Marine Yacht Service

 

7 Years 

- Chambless Landscaping & Lawn Care

 

10 Years

- ITT Exelis 

 

12 Years

- Anderson Construction Company
- Keith Lawson Company, Inc.

25 Years

- Arizona Chemical 
 

 29 Years

- Paul Brent Gallery 
 

 30 Years

- Comcast 

41 Years

- Bay Radiology Associates P.A.
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.
July 21st
 
Group B
El Jalisco
11:30 a.m.
July 23rd

Group D
Sonny's Bar B Q (Hwy 77 location)
11:30 a.m.
July 15th
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.