Bay County Chamber of CommerceOctober 6, 2015
eBIZ newsletter
The Army Corps of Engineers published its Tyndall AFB waterways security proposal on its website for public comment. The official 30 day comment period is half way over. The purpose of the plan is to enhance security along 129 unprotected miles of Tyndall coastline. The public has 15 days left to provide feedback. Comment period ends October 14th. To view the proposal, click here.
Help us honor our First Responders in Bay County for protecting our lives each and every day. Our First Responders Appreciation is October 29th. More information is below.
Sales for advertising in our 2016 "Guide to Discovering Bay County" have begun. This is your chance to reach those who are looking at visiting or relocating to Bay County. Contact Stephane for more information.
Did you know...
  • We refer your business online, on the phone, and in our office at no cost. We also will place your business cards and brochures in our lobby for free as well.
  • Have an upcoming holiday event you would like to share with the community? Click here to add the event to our community calendar.
Additional Topics Include:
  • First Responders Appreciation 
  • November First Friday
  • Tuscany Trip
  • Ribbon Cuttings
  • Ambassador Spotlight
  • Military Affairs Committee
  • Business Referral Network Group Meeting Dates

Much Success,

The Bay County Chamber of Commerce Staff
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Join us as we honor our First Responders at the 5th annual First Responders Appreciation Luncheon.

 

Thursday, October 29th

11 a.m.

FSU Panama City Holley Academic Center


 

Keynote Speaker:
  

Officer Mike Edwards,
Co-founder of Humanizing the Badge


 

 

Click here for sponsorship information.

 

Thank you to our sponsors:

 

Presenting Sponsor:

Tyndall  

 

Coin Sponsors:

  

 

Video Sponsors:

 

      

Award Sponsor:

 


Keynote Speaker Sponsor:

 

 Bay Medical Sacred Heart

Gold Sponsor:


Sponsored by:

 
 
Wear your favorite college gear to represent your team!
 
Friday, November 6th
Networking and Coffee 7:15 a.m.
Program 8 a.m.
FSU Panama City
(4750 Collegiate Dr.)
    
Program:
 

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.

For more information, click here or contact Elizabeth at 850.215.3761.

Ribbon Cuttings


Habitat for Humanity of Bay County
1515 East 11th Street


Historical Society of Bay County
223 West 6th Street
 

Arby's
1877 Cove Boulevard


VBA Design, Inc.
2424 Jenks Avenue Suite B
Ambassador Spotlight



Thurman Chambers has devoted more than 25 years to leadership in the nonprofit sector; particularly, at rescue missions across the southeast. He is currently the Executive Director at Panama City Rescue Mission.
 
As a servant in the missions' field, Chambers has developed a comprehensive, Christian personal-development plan called "Power to Choose", which addresses the underlying issues of homelessness by substituting them with education, job training, employment and independent living. Of many things, Thurman's most notable gift to Bay County includes the establishment of Bethel Village, a rescue mission campus for women and children.
 
Chambers is originally from Arkansas and obtained a Business Management Degree from Georgia Military College in Atlanta. He is married to Teva and has three children, as well as a host of grand and great-grandchildren. He is a member of Panama City First Baptist Church.


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 Brandi DeRuiter at Brandi@baychamberfl.com or 850.215.3759.
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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

Wingate by Wyndham

American Legion Post 392

Coastal Sun Realty

Melanie Resch Photography

Realty One of Northwest Florida

Foot Glove Performance Footwear

Great Florida Insurance

Escape Manor, LLC

Marital Arts Training Center/Kicks Plus

Dinah's Coastal Furniture & Boutique

Mamita's Italian Pizzeria

   
Thank you to iHeartMedia for our new member radio spots!
 Thank You Renewing Members  
Member Anniversaries  
1 Year
- Sunnyside Beach and Tennis Resort
 
4 Years
- LockMasters USA

5 Years
- AVIAN Engineering LLC
- Kerigan Marketing Associates, Inc.

 7 Years
- Suburban Extended Stay

8 Years
- Pan Care of Florida, INC
 
9 Years
- Quality Inn & Conference Center

10 Years
- Anderson & Associates Construction, Inc.
 
 12 Years
- Panama City Rescue Mission
- Tommy Smith Elementary
 
17 Years
- Jensen USA, Inc.
- SEE Florida Magazines

21 Years
- SWS Environmental Services 

 24 Years
- Small Business Development Center
 
45 Years
- Paulk's Moving & Storage
Thank you to Powell Broadcasting for our renewing member appreciation radio spots!
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.
October 6th
 
Group B
El Jalisco
11:30 a.m.
October 22nd

Group D
Sonny's Bar B Q (Hwy 77 location)
11:30 a.m.
October 7th

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.