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MAXIMIZE YOUR MEMBERSHIP IN 2016
The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce is here to help you grow your business in 2016. Whether we are encouraging your attendance at an upcoming event, advocating on your behalf at City Hall, or marketing our community as a great destination for cultural experiences, shopping and dining, everything we do is with you, our members, in mind.
If your New Year's resolution is to be a more active member in 2016, we have several opportunities for you to develop relationships, increase your brand awareness and build your business this month.
- Attend one - or more - of our upcoming events.
- Get involved in a committee or solutions group. Event committees for Autumn Art Festival and Taste of Winter Park are already underway. Contact Ashley Fraebel at afraebel@winterpark.org to get involved.
- Send new employees to Member Orientation. If you have new employees that would benefit from learning about the Chamber, or if you need a refresher on member benefits yourself, contact Jay Rupert at jrupert@winterpark.org. The next session is Jan. 20.
- Review and update your Online Membership Directory Listing. Ensure your contact information and business description are accurate. Click here to search for your listing. Send changes to tnowotny@winterpark.org.
- Interact with the Chamber on Social Media. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn sharing updates about the Chamber, our members, and encouraging people to #shopsmall, #shoplocal and #AlwaysBuyChamber.
SOLUTIONS NOON IS RECRUITING NEW MEMBERS
This Chamber-sponsored networking group meets twice each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at The Bistro on Park to exchange leads at 11:45 a.m. Only one member per business category can participate. There is no cost to participate, except your own lunch tab. If interested, call Jay Rupert at 407-644-8281 or email jrupert@winterpark.org to learn if your category is available.
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Chamber Trustees help provide a strong foundation for the Chamber to develop, promote and sustain a thriving business climate. Click here to learn more about our Chamber Trustees and how your company can enhance its membership through this unique program.
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Upcoming Events & Programs
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Friday, January 8; 7:45 - 9:00 a.m.
Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
Rev. Shawn Garvey from First Congregational Church of Winter Park will reflect on the benefits of positive affirmations in the New Year. Supported by: Barnie's CoffeeKitchen, Costco Wholesale and Winter Park/Maitland Observer.
Monday, January 11; 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
Christy Wilson Delk will share three important components for successfully managing and growing your revenue and business... in the short term and for the long term. By creating a culture of consistency throughout your organization, she'll show you how to increase client loyalty, leave your competitors in the dust and demonstrate great leadership to your staff. Cost: $20 members in advance / $25 non-members, and late registration. Register by January 8. A special offer to pre-pay for 2016 is also available. Click here for details.
Friday, January 15; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Alfond Inn, 300 E. New England Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
*This event is sold out!* This event is a time to reflect on the remarkable achievements of our community and look forward to the year ahead. The program includes the Mayor's State of the City Address and City's Employee of the Year award presentations. Supported by: Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed, P.A.; Moore Stephens Lovelace CPAs & Advisors; The Alfond Inn, University of Central Florida and Winter Park/ Maitland Observer.
Thursday, January 21, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Rachel D. Murrah Civic Center, 1050 W. Morse Boulevard, Winter Park, FL 32789
See who gets a feather in their cap! Join us as we recognize the finalists and winners for the 2016 Ovations Awards with our partners at Winter Park/Maitland Observer. Cost: $10 Members in advance / $15 Non-members and everyone at the door. Click here to register. Participating sponsorships available for $500, includes marketing table, recognition at event, two tickets and category exclusivity. Contact Ashley Fraebel to reserve sponsor space.
Friday, January 29; 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Knowles Memorial Chapel at Rollins College, 1000 Holt Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
In the spirit of unity and appreciation, the community is invited to join in a celebration of unity featuring remarks from leaders representing the civic, business and spiritual attributes of Winter Park, as well as music from talented soloists and groups from the community. Refreshments will be served immediately following the ceremony near the rose garden outside the chapel. The event is free and open the public. Kindly RSVP by Friday, January 22. Supported by City of Winter Park, Sodexo and Winter Park Chamber of Commerce.
Friday, January 29; 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The Alfond Inn, 300 E. New England Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
Our annual awards dinner is a tribute to the members and volunteers who make the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce and our community so exceptional. Join us as we honor Patti Maddox, President/CEO, Winter Park Health Foundation as our Lydia Gardner Citizen of the Year. The evening includes a cocktail reception, gourmet meal and awards presentation. Cost: $75 individuals / $700 corporate table. Click here to register. Event Partners: The Alfond Inn and Winter Park/Maitland Observer.
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Leadership Winter Park identifies and promotes potential leaders who desire to become involved in making a difference in Winter Park. Programs offered for youth and adults.
Class XXVI "Health & Wellness" Session Day
Thursday, January 14
Alumni Council
Wednesday, January 20; 11:30 a.m.
Winter Park Chamber of Commerce
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Park Avenue Merchants Association
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The Park Avenue Merchants Association consists of Central Business District merchants and non-retail members committed to the betterment of the Park Avenue area.
SIDEWALK SALE
Thursday, January 7 - Sunday, January 10
Baby, it's cold outside... but this is going to be one HOT sale! Don't miss it!
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Work Well Winter Park is a movement spearheaded by the Chamber to improve the health and well-being of the workforce in our community.
Bike to Work Fridays
Healthy Central Florida, Florida Hospital and the Winter Park Health Foundation are encouraging Central Floridians to join a new initiative in 2016 - "Bike to Work Fridays."
The movement, spearheaded by Healthy Central Florida, is aimed at encouraging exercise and healthy lifestyle choices.
"This is the time of year when many people are setting new health and fitness goals, and 'Bike to Work Fridays' is a great opportunity to incorporate exercise into your daily routine," said Jill Hamilton Buss, executive director of Healthy Central Florida. "With I-4 traffic getting worse and the weather getting better, now is the perfect time to try riding your bike to work."
From weight management to stress and anxiety reduction to boosting brain power, the benefits of exercise and bicycling are numerous. You can share your experience by using #biketoworkcfl on social media. For more information on this new health initiative, please visit healthycentralflorida.org.
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NEW MEMBERS
The Chamber continues to add new members to its roster each week. The following have joined since December 16: Children's Funeral Foundation of Florida, Inc.; Christy Wilson Delk; JR's Surplus and WinterClub Indoor Ski & Snowboard. Learn more about our new members in our online membership directory.
MEMBER ORIENTATION
All new Chamber members or new staff members of existing members are invited to attend our monthly Member Orientation. This is a great way to connect with fellow members and Chamber staff, learn more about the organization and identify opportunities to maximize your membership. The next orientation is Wednesday, January 20, at 2:00 p.m. at the Winter Park Welcome Center. A complimentary professional headshot is offered by Brion Price Photography and refreshments provided by AAA. RSVP to jrupert@winterpark.org.
RIBBON CUTTINGS
Ribbon cutting photos are provided courtesy of Rick Zimmer from Absolute Photography, unless otherwise noted. You can view past ribbon cutting photos on our Facebook page. To schedule a ribbon cutting to celebrate your grand opening, contact Jay Rupert at jrupert@winterpark.org
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Share your news with your fellow members! Submit information about new employees, awards and recognition, new products and services, special promotions and discounts for fellow members for inclusion. Submissions for the next edition of What's Up Wednesday are due by Monday, January 18. Submit your news online here.
Brio Real Estate: The firm recently brokered the sale of two adjacent properties on Edgewater Drive in Orlando in the fourth quarter, consisting of an industrial building, and an adjacent 1.1 acre vacant parcel. The properties sold for approximately $700,000.
Community Based Care of Central Florida: The region's leading nonprofit organization overseeing foster care, adoption and other child welfare services will host an orientation and training course in Spanish for prospective foster parents.The next PRIDE (Parent Resource for Information, Development and Education) course begins Jan. 11 and continues the following eight Mondays from 6 to 9:15 p.m. The course will be held at CBCCF's Osceola County office at 111 E. Monument Ave., Ste. 5 in Kissimmee. PRIDE classes will also be offered in Seminole, Orange and Osceola counties for English-speaking prospective foster parents. A full schedule is available at http://www.cbccfl.org/2016-pride-schedule-released/.Participants can be pre-screened and enrolled in the PRIDE course any time between now and Jan. 11 by calling 1-866-90-CHILD.
Passport to Winter Park: Now launching a new section, "Off Park," which will run in the upcoming Spring/Summer edition. The section offers an affordable option for small businesses ads that are ¼ the cost for ¼ the size. Cost to participate is $350 for 6 months. Download information here or contact Denise at 407.233.7305.
See Eyewear: Now offering a $49 eye exam through January 10.
TITLE Boxing Club of Winter Park: Get fit not hit! Receive six months free when you pay for a 6-month membership. Offer valid through January 31, 2016. Details at www.hitithardorlando.com, or call 407-790-4001.
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Share information about your upcoming events with your fellow members! Grand openings, seminars, gallery openings, performances, charitable fundraisers and community events are welcome. Submissions for the next edition of What's Up Wednesday are due by Monday, January 18. Submit your event information online here.
Knock Out Cancer Self Defense & T-30 Class
Saturday, January 9; 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Title Boxing Club of Winter Park, 1997 ½ Aloma Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32792
Join Mel's Bad Girls Club and Title Boxing as they team up to raise money for B.A.S.E. Camp Children's Cancer Foundation. A $20 donation receives 30 minute fitness T-30 class, 60-minute self-defense class, free samples from Smoothie King, prizes, plus a free 2-week membership to Title Boxing Club Winter Park!
CoffeeTalk
January 14; 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
CoffeeTalk is the place for citizens to talk in an informal atmosphere with elected officials and city department heads about their specific areas of expertise. The next session will feature Police Chief Brett Railey.
MLK Vigil January 18; 6:00 p.m. Bush Auditorium, Rollins College Join Rollins College for an annual vigil celebrating the life and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This year's vigil includes song and dance, highlighting the theme of 'Lift Every Voice.' The Center for Contemporary Dance will perform, as will the Meadowbrook Middle School dance program. There will also be a keynote presentation by poet, educator, and Harvard doctoral candidate Clint Smith. Details on this and other MLK Week events can be found here.
Clean Eating Workshop January 21; 6:00 p.m. JFS Orlando, 2100 Lee Road, Winter Park FL 32789 Need to shed a few holiday pounds? Take the Clean Eating Challenge! Renew and re-energize your body and mind! We'll explore gentle clean eating principles. This method has been used for centuries to promote longevity and wellness! Learn the health benefits of seasonal eating. Learn why clean eating reduces cravings & fluid retention. Take home a gentle clean eating plan and easy to follow at-home recipes. Free of charge; samples and refreshments provided. Space is limited! RSVP required. Please contact: Amanda.benedit@jfsorlando.org or 407-644-7593 x227.
Seasons 52 Park Ave. 5.2k Presented by Florida Hospital January 23; 7:30 a.m. Central Park Kick off the new year with a 5.2k in beautiful Winter Park. Free kids run. Cost: $27-35. Details and entry available at www.trackshack.com. Electronics Recycling Event
January 23; 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
A Gift for Teaching, 6501 Magic Way, Orlando, FL
Out with the old, in with the new. A1 Assets recycles and refurbishes old electronics and gives AGFT a portion of the proceeds. Drop off all donation items to 6501 Magic Way, Building 400C between 8am-12pm. 19th Hole Golf Networking January 26; 3:30 p.m. Dubsdread Golf Course, 549 W. Par Street, Orlando, FL 32804 Join BKHM CPAs for our January Golf Networking Event - 9 holes of golf, 2 drink tickets, scramble format and prizes! Network with local professionals after golf at The Tap Room. Cost: $24. For more information, visit: http://www.meetup.com/19th-Hole-Golf-Networking/events/226320043/. Conversations with Care Lunch & Learn
January 26; 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Florida Blue Winter Park, 434 N. Orlando Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
Join your Florida Blue neighborhood nurses for a fun and educational Lunch & Learn about portion size and control. Learn tips and tools for success with portion control in your everyday life. Complimentary lunch is provided, please RSVP to save your seat by calling 321-441-2020. Winter Park Day Nursery Community Engagement Night January 27; 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Winter Park Day Nursery, 741 S. Pennsylvania Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789 Get in touch with your inner child! Join us for a night of Science and fun. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served. Adults only. Please RSVP to tia@wpdaynursery.org. Tunes 4 Tech January 28; 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Winter Park Racquet Club, 2111 Via Tuscany, Winter Park 32789 Join Glenridge Middle School and tune into the sounds of local band Room2 with the goal of raising funds for technology and hardware. Parents, teachers, business partners and community members will celebrate the event with an innovative wine wall where attendees can purchase "pulls" to select anonymous bottles of wine provided by Tim's Wine Market and donations. There will also be a silent auction where gift card trees will adorn the beautiful lakeside setting. Tickets and details: https://www.foundationforocps.org/p/337/glenridge-lion-s-pride-fund#.
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