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CHAMBER INSIDER: September 18th, 2023 |
Recognizing our 2023 Leadership Retreat Sponsors |
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This past weekend, we hosted our Annual Community Leadership Retreat at the Wyndam Grand Jupiter. We want to recognize and thank all of our Sponsors who helped make the event possible!
Champion Sponsor: Hedrick Brothers Construction Leaders Sponsors: ADELON Capital Certified General Contractors, Inc. Friday Evening Dinner Sponsor: Infiniti of Melbourne Friday Evening Cocktail Reception Sponsor: Sky Peak Financial Saturday Breakfast Sponsor: Lightle Beckner Robinson Friday Lunch Sponsor: Reach Commercial Real Estate Thursday Welcome Reception Sponsor: Willson Hattaway Law PLLC Friday Afternoon Break Sponsor: HR Office Savers, Inc. Music Sponsor: Boyd & Boyd, P.A. Connector Sponsors: Indigo Strategic Consulting Supporter Sponsors: Airbus OneWeb Satellite
Thank you again to all of our sponsors, we loved seeing everyone and hoped you enjoyed yourselves!
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Save the Date! |
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Join us Thursday, October 5th at The Crowne Plaza Melbourne Oceanfront, from 7:30-9:30 AM
Our monthly Good Morning Space Coast Breakfast is the place to be in Brevard County each month, featuring relevant and timely keynote speakers sharing information you won't hear anywhere else. The event recognizes new investors, new partners and top Brevard County students. Attendees have the opportunity to network with corporate and civic leaders and a host of business owners and representatives spanning a variety of industries.
We are excited to announce our Keynote Speaker for our October Good Morning Space Coast is, Dale Hedrick, CEO & Founder of Hedrick Brothers Construction.
Connector Sponsor: Occams Advisory Supporter Sponsor: STILL AVAILABLE $250 (limited to 5) Includes: Name recognition on slide presentation Name recognition from podium (1) complimentary ticket NEW! (1) 6’ table in the ballroom to promote your organization
To find out how you can become a sponsor, contact MRC Sponsorships, for more information.
Early Bird registration ends October 2nd - Register Now!
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Upcoming Chamber Events |
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Get Connected!
Join us on September 20th, from 3:45-5:00 pm, at the Melbourne Regional Chamber, for an interactive meeting packed with education, strategic planning, and networking. Meet with Chamber Staff and Ambassadors and get a personalized, high-level overview of your partnership benefits. Perfect for new partners, new employees at existing partners, and longstanding partners who want a refresh.
And don't forget to join us after for our Business After Hours at Cadillac Cove, from 5:00-7:00 pm, to network with new partners, new employees at existing partners and longstanding partners!
To register for Get Connected, click here. To register for Business After Hours, click here.
For Event details, please visit our website. For all event questions, contact our Director of External Affairs - Megan Szucs. |
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Join our Business Advocacy Committee for their next meeting, on Tuesday, September 26th, 2023, from 8:00-9:00 AM at The Melbourne Regional Chamber. Come hear from the newest County Commissioner, Jason Steele, who was appointed to fill the seat of Kristine Zonka. Learn more about issues impacting you and your business including economic development, transportation and infrastructure and other issues facing our county. We will also discuss the upcoming legislative agenda as we prepare for our 2024 Legislative Trip to Tallahassee. To register, click here. For Event details, please visit our website. For all event questions, contact our Director of External Affairs - Megan Szucs. |
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Go All In! Join our Space Coast Young Professionals Council for their next event, on Wednesday, September 27th, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 PM at Club 52! The event will feature a professional panel that will discuss career growth and the importance of social media presence. We will be joined by B Davis, from Leonardo DRS – who will speak on Social Media Presence and Networking; Danielle Albright, from Northrop Grumman – speaking on Career Progression in a Corporation; and Mark Lewis, from Tight Line Productions – who will speak on Career Progression in a Small Business.
The event’s main goal is to provide beneficial guidance and insight to young professionals by offering differing views on career growth and networking. In addition, the event will be for the benefit of “Life Recaptured” – a mission that serves to assist women who are trapped in sexual exploitation, find a way to freedom and refuge. We will be collecting donations for “Life Recaptured” (list to be provided) for a chance to win a “Professional Start-Up” prize basket, which will include a headshot session and a resume/LinkedIn review with an HR professional. There will also be other prizes available as well, donated graciously by our Space Coast Young Professionals Council Members.
We encourage guests to "come in your best dressed"!
Thank you to Club 52 for hosting us and thank you to Collins Aerospace for being our Champion Sponsor, we appreciate your support! To register, click here. For Event details, please visit our website. For all event questions, contact our Director of External Affairs - Megan Szucs. |
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Save the Date! Join our Small Business Council for their Happy Hour, on Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 PM at The Brocken Barrel Tavern. To register, click here. For Event details, please visit our website. For all event questions, contact our Director of External Affairs - Megan Szucs. |
Earlier this year, Brent Peoples donated his office furniture to our offices at the Melbourne Regional Chamber and we want to express our sincerest gratitude and appreciation for your generous donation. Your partnership with the Chamber is invalubale.
Thank you, Brent - our offices have never looked so good! |
September Everything Brevard |
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The September Issue of Everything Brevard is here!
Check out the latest issue of Everything Brevard and hear from the Melbourne Regional Chamber's CEO & President, Michael Ayers.
Michael writes about the wins of Melbourne Mainstreet at the 38th Annual Preservation on Main Street Conference and the overall impact these historic wins mean for our Downtown.
To read more and check out the full issue, click here. |
NEW Episode - Watch NOW! |
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Welcome back to the 411 on the 321!
In our NEWEST episode, we meet with Taylor Pafford, Resident Service Specialist of Patrick Family Housing. Join Mel and Taylor as we get a firsthand look into the world of military housing and how partners like, Patrick Family Housing, are prudent for Melbourne's economy.
To learn more about our guest, click here.
Thank you to our fantastic sponsors, Hedrick Brothers Construction, Hotel Melby and Tight Line Productions for bringing this production to life. |
Brevard Public Schools Career & Technical Education Programs |
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During our last Good Morning Space Coast Breakfast Superintendent Dr. Mark Rendell spoke on the various Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs in Brevard Public High Schools.
To view the flyer and learn more about these programs, click here. |
Opportunities to Increase your Sales & Referrals! |
Looking to take your networking to the next level? Join one of Melbourne Regional Chamber's non-compete referral groups! Our three groups meet at different times and locations throughout the area, so you can find one that fits your schedule. By joining, you'll become part of a close-knit community of chamber partners who are dedicated to helping each other succeed.
Explore each group and see which one is the best fit for you. Contact the Chair of the group today to learn more and get started. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your network and grow your business. Click here to learn more. |
Welcome New Partners! |
Upcoming Partner Events |
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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, click here. |
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Pay it Forward & Support a Nonprofit |
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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?
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MAXIMIZE Your Partnership & Join our Councils |
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The chamber’s ribbon cut services are available to all chamber partners. See below for more information. |
Upcoming Ribbon Cuts! |
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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! |
Thank You, Media Partners! |
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