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CHAMBER INSIDER: January 30, 2023

 

ANNUAL TALLAHASSEE TRIP RETURNS!

Mark your calendars, Tuesday, March 21st - Thursday, March 23rd as our annual Brevard County Joint Chamber Tallahassee Advocacy Trip returns. 

 

Join us for a 3-day lobbying trip to the Tallahassee State Capital. Lobby the Florida Legislature on Joint Chamber Legislative Agenda and receive special briefings from state policymakers and key staff in the legislative process. Participation in Brevard Day festivities included.

 

What's Included:

  • 1 or 2-night stay + Continental breakfast and Parking at Hyatt House.
  • Evening reception at Governors Club, Wednesday, March 22nd.
  • Briefing materials.
  • Brevard Day luncheon, Thursday, March 23rd.
  • Transportation on your own, carpooling available.

Cost: When registered by 2/27/23

$300 - 1 night stay ($325 after 2/27)

$550 - 2-night stay ($600 after 2/27)

 

Register: Complete the online registration form no later than Monday, March 13th, 2023.

YOU'RE INVITED TO OUR 2023 IMPACT AWARDS!

Our annual Impact Awards and Board Installation presented by Relentless/Northboro Builders will return, Friday, February 17th, 2023 at the Hilton Melbourne 200 Rialto Place Melbourne FL.

 

Join us for one of our largest and most important events of the year, allowing us to recognize individuals and organizations who have profoundly impacted the Space Coast community. Cocktail reception will start at 5:00 p.m. with guest musician, Char Good on the electric violin followed by dinner and awards at 6:00 p.m. with the Brevard Symphony and Eau Gallie High School Orchestra.

Tickets must be purchased in advance. Click here to save your seat. Chamber Partner $125 Future Partner $150.

 

STAY FOR THE AFTER PARTY!

Following the awards ceremony, we invite you to continue the celebration at Rustic located inside the Hilton Melbourne Hotel. Enjoy LIVE music brought to you by Carl Lewis on Sax and capture memories with Own the Moment Photo Booth.

 

If you're interested in booking a guest room at Hilton Melbourne for this event, use the link below for a discounted rate! 

 

Impact Awards Discounted Room Link

CAPTURE YOUR "SYMPHONY OF STARS" LOOK!

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNERS & FINALISTS!

The winner of the Community Excellence, Corporate Impact and Business of the Year awards will be announced live at the event, so we hope you are able to join us.

MAXIMIZE YOUR PARTNERSHIP WITH UPCOMING EVENTS!

 

THIS THURSDAY! Viera: On the Horizon

Join us and our keynote speaker, Todd Pokrywa, President of The Viera Company for our monthly Good Morning Space Coast breakfast presented by the Viera Regional Business Alliance Champion Sponsor, Community Credit Union. This presentation will focus on the road ahead and the future of Viera and will take place, Thursday, February 2, 2023 at the Holiday Inn Melbourne-Viera.

 

Attendees have the opportunity to network with corporate and civic leaders and a host of business owners and representatives spanning a variety of industries. 

 

Thank you to our Champion Sponsor, Community Credit Union. and Connector Sponsor Call One Inc./Hello Direct.

LAST DAY for early bird registration!

Click here to register. 

 

Click here to register.

Thank you to our Champion Sponsor, Sky Peak Financial for your year-long support. 

Marketing on a small budget. Join our Small Business Council, Tuesday, February 7th, 2023 from 7:45-9:30 a.m. at the Melbourne Regional Chamber Auditorium. 

 

This event is FREE for all Melbourne Chamber Partners and is open to Future Partners for $15. At this meeting hear from the following panelists.

 

 

Join our Nonprofit Council for "Better Together." on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 from 5-7 p.m. at The Tangiers.

 

Connect with fellow community changemakers and expand your circle of influence at a speed networking event designed to build relationships that push each of our missions further. We are so much more powerful when we work together, and this is an opportunity to find your next mentor, mentee, or collaborator.  

 

Register here.

 

Our Space Coast Young Professionals invite you to their first event of the year featuring "State of Startups" with guest speaker Jarin Eisenberg, Chief Operating Officer at Groundswell Startups. Join us Thursday, March 9th from 5-7 p.m. at Groundswell Startups for a night of networking and learning about startups on the Space Coast. 

 

Thank you to our Champion Sponsor, Collins Aerospace for supporting our young professionals for a second year! Register now!

 

Our 2023 Sponsorship Guide is now available to help you promote your business.

 

We’ve simplified our sponsorship levels to include four mission-driven categories: Champion, Leader, Connector and Supporter. Our Signature Events feature additional event-specific opportunities.

 

Don't miss our new marketing opportunities, including advertisements on our website, social media and Chamber Insider. CLICK HERE to view our sponsorship guide. For any questions regarding sponsorship opportunities, contact Monica Anderson

 
 

JOIN THE CHAMBER CHALLENGE AND RUN IN THE FLORIDA EYE 5K!

The Melbourne Regional Chamber invites you to participate in the 15th annual Melbourne's Hometown Race taking place, Sunday, February 12, 2023.

 

Use the coupon code SCTOURISMRUNS and SAVE $20 on the marathon and half marathon or receive $10 off the 10k and 5k.

 

Where to start - Form a team of 5 or more members to participate in the challenge for a chance to win the following awards.

$150 Publix gift card to the top overall team.

$100 Publix gift card to 2nd place team

$250 Publix gift card to the largest team

Please note: You must have at least 5 team members to qualify.

 

To learn more information, click here.

 

WELCOME NEW PARTNERS!

 

ATTENTION SPACE COAST BUSINESS LEADERS!

We are seeking guests!

Have you checked out our business interview series that features one partner per episode in an exclusive interview? If not, don't miss out as our host, Mel Thomas meets with leaders and hears tales, tenets, and tips from a space coast business aspect. View series.

 

We are currently booking guests for 2023, if you are interested in being a guest on the '411 ON THE 321' or know a Space Coast leader that would like to share their story, contact our Communications & Marketing Manager, Isabella Serrano. You must be a Melbourne Regional Chamber Partner to be interviewed.

 

PAY IT FORWARD & SUPPORT A NONPROFIT!

As we are always in the season of giving back, the Melbourne Regional Chamber has created an opportunity for our partners to "Pay It Forward". Have you ever wanted to help a small business owner or nonprofit get in front of a crowd and give them a chance to share their story?


Our Pay It Forward Campaign allows partners that may not be able to afford sponsorships the opportunity to get in front of a room where they can shine and share their message to the appropriate audience. 


We are currently seeking donors, so if you are interested in helping a small business or nonprofit in need, please contact Michael Ayers, for more information.

 

MAXIMIZE YOUR PARTNERSHIP & JOIN OUR COUNCILS!

 

The chamber’s ribbon cut services are available to all chamber partners. See below for more information.

 

Since 1961, the Melbourne Regional Chamber has offered an enhanced partnership designation, Better Business Certified. This additional vetting process ensures that companies are reputable, reliable and committed to customer satisfaction, as well as adhering to all laws and regulations in their respective industries. Better Business Certified partners are set apart from other chamber partners through a separate directory, and are the first to be recommended due to this additional vetting process and their demonstrated commitment to promoting an ethical business environment. 

View our BBC Directory, For additional information about becoming a BBC member, contact Michael Ayers.

 

Are You Making the Most of Your Partnership?

Please contact partnership@melbourneregionalchamber.com for more information on maximizing your partnership with MRC!

 

View more Chamber and Partner News and Events on our website.

 
 

Thank You, Media Partners!

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