Bay County Chamber of CommerceApril 19, 2016

The Board of Directors and Governmental Affairs Committee hosted a round table discussion with Senator Don Gaetz on April 5th. Gaetz updated the group on the last legislative session. Chairman Robert Carroll thanked Gaetz for his service and all that he has accomplished for Northwest Florida.

Congratulations to our local delegation for earning A's on the FL Chamber's report card.  This makes our area more competitive through policy priorities that will grow private-sector jobs, improve and diversify our economy. Representatives Jay Trumbull and Brad Drake earned 100% and Senator Don Gaetz earned 98%.

On April 7th, the Chamber hosted the Florida Gubernatorial Fellows as they visited Bay County. Carol Roberts, President and CEO of the Chamber, welcomed the group and briefed them on not only the role of a Chamber but also their individual civic responsibility. Former Congressman Steve Southerland, former State Representative Jimmy Patronis and State Attorney Glen Hess also spoke to the group. The program was created to actively educate and cultivate Florida's future leaders. Click here to view more about the program.

Warrior Beach Retreat will hold their opening ceremony this Thursday, April 21st. We encourage you to hold flags on the Hathaway Bridge as the veterans make their way to the venue to show your support. Click here for event and parade route information.

Business After Hours is next week. Please make plans to join us at Fanning Bayou. More details are below.

Additional Topics Include:
  • BYP Professional Workshop
  • April Business After Hours
  • May First Friday
  • Tourism Appreciation Month
  • Ribbon Cuttings
  • Ambassador Spotlight
  • Military Affairs Committee
  • Bay Business Connection (BBC) Group Meeting Dates

Much Success,

The Bay County Chamber of Commerce Staff


BYP Professional Workshop
"What we Sell" 


Featuring: David Balmer
Dale Carnegie Training

This workshop will focus on what the customer wants rather than focusing on our product or service, what does the client need or desire. Focusing why the customer is buying allows us to position better, overcome objections easier and not get caught in the price trap.

Friday, April 22nd
Bay County Chamber of Commerce Boardroom
(235 W. 5th Street)
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

This event is for Bay Young Professional members only. RSVP are required by April 20th. For more information on how you can join BYP or to RSVP, contact Bethany at 850.215.3779.

Classic Christmas Markets Trip
The Bay County Chamber of Commerce and Collette Vacations is excited to bring you the "Classic Christmas Markets" trip featuring markets in Strasbourg, Würzburg, Nuremberg, Innsbruck and Munich. The trip will take place between December 2nd-10th, 2016.

Enjoy a complimentary informational lunch on Thursday, May 5th, at 11:30 a.m. in the Chamber Boardroom (235 West 5th Street). You must RSVP to this luncheon by May 2nd. For more information or to RSVP, contact Elizabeth at 850.215.3761.


Friday, May 6th
Networking and Coffee 7:15 a.m.
Program 8 a.m.
FSU Panama City
(4750 Collegiate Dr.)

Program:

Dan Rowe, President/CEO,
Bay County Tourist Development Council

Sponsored by:
 
Coffee provided by:
 
Remember, you must use the Collegiate Drive entrance off of 23rd Street due to flyover construction.

Sponsorships for the June event is available! 
Contact Elizabeth at 850.215.3761.

 
Mark your calendar for these fun events!
May 10th
Business After Hours & Volleyball Tournament
Spinnaker Beach Club
Click here to register your team.
Sponsored by:
  Comcast Business Class

May 20th
Spring Classic Golf Tournament
Bay Point Resort Golf Club 
Click here to play!
Sponsored by:
    

May 20th
Great Golf Ball Drop
During the Spring Classic Golf Tournament
You have a chance to win $500! Call 850.785.5206 for tickets!
Sponsored by:
    
 
Ribbon Cuttings
  
Earthwise Pet Supply
632 West 23rd Street


Four Winds Grille
1000 Bayview Avenue

Gun Depot USA
716 B Ohio Avenue

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.
CONNECT
 
CHAMBER CALENDAR
Click here to view upcoming Chamber events.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Click here to view more upcoming community events.
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS ON THE CHAMBER WEBSITE
for a great way to get in front of your target market! Email Brittany 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

Panama Glass Company

Obid Allergy Center

Coastal Impressions Print Shack

Electric Cart Company

RD Vetting

The Shipyard Grill

Taziki's Mediterranean Grill

Coqui Disposal Services LLC

Finch & Finch Consulting Group

   
Thank you to iHeartMedia for our new member radio spots!
 Thank You Renewing Members  
1 Year
- Keller Williams Success Realty
- Marcia Pell, CDE, RDN, LDN
- Sonic Drive In #6505
2 Years
- Bay Correctional Facility
- SouthernCAT Inc. 
- Team Adaptive Mobility

3 Years
- Brookdale Panama City
- ReliantSouth Construction Group
- Sonic Drive In #1045
- Sonic Drive In #1155
- Sonic Drive In #1237
- Sonic Drive In #5408
- Sonic Drive In #5409
- Sonic Drive In #5602
 
4 Years
- ACE Home & Garden Center
 
 6 Years
- Personnel Resources, Inc.

9 Years
- Big Bend Community Based Care

15 Years
- Panama City Health Club & Spa
 
16 Years
- Country Inn & Suites
- Ray Morse, DMD, PA
 
 17 Years
- Ponderosa Builders of North Florida, Inc.
 
20 Years
- American Care Source

26Years
- Tyndall AFB Installation

31Years
- Comcast
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?
Bay Business Connection (BBC) provides an opportunity for groups of business professionals to come together to network, share business leads and referrals with other group members.
 
BBC 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 BBC group. BBC 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.
Bay Business Connection Meeting Dates

Fishale Taphouse and Grill
11:30 a.m.
May 3rd
 
Ferrucci's Ristorante
11:30 a.m.
May 12th

Sonny's Bar B Q (Hwy 77 location)
11:30 a.m.
April 20th

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 850.785.5206 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.