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PATRICK CHAPIN RESIGNS AS PRESIDENT/CEO
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Patrick Chapin, today, announced his resignation as the President/CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, effective June 15, 2016. He's accepted the role of CEO for Business High Point, Inc., the merged entity of the High Point Chamber of Commerce and High Point Partners in High Point, NC.
"It has been an honor and privilege to be part of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce," said Chapin, adding, "I have been extremely fortunate to work with countless members and volunteers who have become important friends and mentors to me."
He went on to say he is especially proud of our collective efforts as a 'Chamber of Community' to improve the business environment and quality of life in Winter Park, adding that the Chamber staff are all wonderful, talented, caring and giving people.
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Chapin has served the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce since January 2010, with a focus on partnership, innovation and community. Some of his major accomplishments include Feed the Need Winter Park, the community-wide initiative to raise $300,000 ($2.7 million in food value) in three years to support Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, establishing the Leadership Winter Park Legacy Fund, advocating for SunRail in Winter Park and, recently, donating a kidney to a chamber member.
Chamber members and the community have watched his daughter, Sarah, grow up, and supported his family's Purple Lemonade Stand to raise funds for Sanfilippo Syndrome, which are memories he will always cherish.
"We wish Patrick the best in his new endeavor and look forward to continuing to support our local business community in the months and years ahead," said Lou Nimkoff, Winter Park Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Chairman.
The organization's board of directors will commence a search process.
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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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Thursday, May 19; 11:30 a.m.
Rachel D. Murrah Civic Center, 1050 W. Morse Boulevard, Winter Park, FL 32789
Connect with Leadership Winter Park alumni and celebrate the achievements of Class XXVI as they walk the red carpet. Hear from Dr. Joel Hunter, senior pastor at Northland, A Church Distributed, as he delivers the keynote address. Join in the celebration as Debbie Komanski, executive director at the Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens is honored as the Leadership Winter Park Community Leader Award recipient. This event is sold out. Supported by: Edwards Financial Services, Florida Blue and Winter Park/Maitland Observer.
WINTER PARK EXECUTIVE WOMEN presented by Orlando HealthMonday, June 6; 11:30 a.m.
Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 West Lyman Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789 Winter Park Executive Women's annual speed networking luncheon is back! Bring plenty of business cards and prepare to share your business with others at this lively, interactive event. Cost: $20 members / $25 non-members. Register here. Reservations required by Friday, June 3.
SUMMERTIME SIP, SHOP & STROLLThursday, June 9; 5 - 8 p.m.
Park Avenue and participating merchants. Sip, shop and stroll to more than 20 participating merchants in downtown Winter Park. This popular kick-off to summer is a great way to see what's in store and on the menu at local shops and restaurants this season. Cost: $25. Register here. Supported by: Fannie Hillman + Associates, Florida Distributing Co., Small Business Counsel 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.
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Leadership Winter Park Class XXVII
Leadership Winter Park is a program of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce that identifies and promotes potential leaders from the business community who desire to become more involved in making a difference in Winter Park. The program is a community-awareness, leadership preparation effort and offers a behind the scenes look at and study of the critical issues and challenges facing Winter Park. Class XXVII begins in September 2016. Application deadline: June 24. Apply online today!
Curious what Leadership Winter Park is all about? Check out this video about the Class XXVI volunteer project courtesy of Andrew McIntosh at MVProductions.
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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.
PARK AVENUE FASHION WEEK MEETING
Wednesday, May 25 at 8:30 a.m.
Winter Park Welcome Center
Come learn what's in store for Park Avenue Fashion Week as our local celebration of fashion and design marks its 10th anniversary.
PAMA MAY MEETING
Friday, May 27 at 8:30 a.m.
Winter Park Welcome Center
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Work Well Winter Park is a movement to improve the health and well-being of the workforce in our community by creating lasting, cultural change.
Free Zika Virus Forum at Rollins College
Through the Center for Health Innovation, Rollins College is doing its part to educate the community about this critical public health issue by hosting another free forum, "The Zika Virus: What You Need to Know" on June 6th. Declared a public health emergency on February 1, 2016 by the World Health Organization, this forum on the Zika Virus will help the residents of greater Central Florida community understand the history, biology, and spreading of Zika, and what they can do to stay safe. For more information, visit www.rollins.edu or call 407-646-2331.
Monday, June 6, 2016 @ 7 p.m.
Bush Auditorium on the Rollins College Campus, Bush Science Center
No reservations or tickets required. Parking is available in the SunTrust Garage on Lyman Avenue.
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NEW MEMBERS
The Chamber continues to add new members to its roster each week. The following have joined since May 4: Central Florida Lincoln, Hutton, Interiors, Journey Church, Lyons Wealth Management, Sydgan Corporation, The Finley Project and Tom Henry's Pizzeria 314. Learn more about our new members in our online membership directory.
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.
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, June 15, 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 Tuesday, May 31. Submit your news online here.
Annie Russell Theatre: Seasons subscriptions are now available for the upcoming 84th season! The line-up includes: The Foreigner, Upton Abbey: An Improvised Comedy of English Manors, A Piece of My Heart, and Urinetown, the Musical. Subscription packages are $65, with discounts available for seniors, students, and Rollins alums. Visit our online box office to purchase a subscription, or call (407) 646-2145. Subscribers benefit from a 20% discount on ticket prices, first pick of seats for the season, reserved seating at the student-directed Stage Series, and our "Annie Elite" discount card for shops, restaurants, and spas on Park Avenue.
IBERIABANK: Kelly Gegerson has joined the company as senior vice president, commercial relationship manager for the Central Florida region. Gegerson, who has nearly a decade of financial industry experience, will be responsible for developing new business and expanding relationships within the existing commercial portfolio.
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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 Tuesday, May 31. Submit your event information online here.
Get Your Jazz On May 20; 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. The Alfond Inn, 300 East New England Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789 Live jazz concert under the stars featuring The Chris Cortez Quartet with unlimited select wine, champagne, beer, spirits and seasonal blended cocktail, roasted chicken, smoked pig, vegetarian selection, cigars and valet parking included in ticket purchase. Cost: $45 in advance / $50 at the door. Tickets here.
The Art of Women's Health May 20; 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. 255 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL Join the Orlando Business Journal and moderator Lauren Rowe for an inspiring morning designed to empower women of all ages. Experts will discuss the palette of health issues specific to women and demonstrate how they can use this information to design their own well balanced life. Cost: $45. Registration at www.bizjournals.com/orlando/event.
Ask Me Another: Orlando Show Listening Party May 21; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Red Cypress Brewery, 855 E. State Rd 434, Winter Springs, FL The Ask Me Another show that taped in Orlando in March airs nationally on Saturday, May 21! Join the Young Friends of 90.7 WMFE to listen to the show, hear from some contestants, including the grand prize winner, and play some trivia of our own. Then, stick around for a tour of the Red Cypress Brewery! All ages are welcome. It's free, but please RSVP here. Golf for a Cure
May 23; 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuscawilla Country Club, 1500 Winter Springs Blvd, Winter Springs, FL 32708
The event is a fund raiser for Jackie a young lady that has been diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Enjoy a great day of golfing for a great cause. Cost: $125. Call 407-227-0597 for more information. Government Contracting Strategies & Matchmaking Event - 2 Day Event May 25 & 26 Florida SBDC at UCF in the National Entrepreneur Center, 3201 E. Colonial Dr., A-20, Orlando, FL Experts will provide business owners with the knowledge and tools to pursue business opportunities with local, state, and federal government agencies as well as prime contractors. Keynote speaker: Barbara Stankowski, CEO of AMTIS, Inc. Plus, meet one-on-one with local purchasing professionals. More than 20 agencies and contractors are expected to attend including the Florida DOT, Lockheed Martin, Orange and Seminole County Government, Siemens and more! Cost: $45 for Orange County / $95 Outside of Orange County. Details at 407-420-4850 or www.sbdcorlando.com/matchmaking2016. 19th Hole Golf Networking May 31; 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. Dubsdread Golf Course, 549 W. Par Street, Orlando, FL Join BKHM and local professionals at Dubsdread Golf Course for 9 holes of golf, includes 2 drink tickets and networking after at the Tap Room. Tee off is at 5:00 p.m.! Cost: $24. Register here.
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