Member News
Florida Chamber of Commerce member press releases/updates.
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Feb- 2024 -7 February
Rita Case Wins Prestigious TIME Dealer of the Year Award
Rita Case, president and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group, the nation’s largest female owned and operated automotive dealer group in America, received the 55th Annual TIME Dealer of the Year Award, one of the automotive industry’s most prestigious and highest honors for a dealer. Rita is only the fifth woman to be named TIME Dealer of the Year. Nominated by members of the Automotive Trade Association Executives, Rita represented the Florida Automobile Dealers Association…
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6 February
James Donnelly, Founder And Chairman Of Castle Group, To Receive 2024 Horatio Alger Award
Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization honoring the achievements of outstanding individuals and encouraging youth to pursue their dreams through higher education, today announced that P. James Donnelly, founder and chairman of Castle Group, has been selected for membership in this prestigious organization. Mr. Donnelly joins 10 other exceptional business, civic and cultural leaders from across North America in receiving 2024 honors. For more than 75 years, the Horatio Alger Award has been annually bestowed upon esteemed individuals who have…
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2 February
University of Florida researchers unlock new frontiers in brain tumor treatments
As a physician-scientist and cancer researcher at the University of Florida, Duane Mitchell, M.D., Ph.D., is providing hope for patients in an area where there is often little: treatment for malignant brain tumors. By pioneering several novel brain tumor immunotherapies, which have been translated into first-in-human clinical trials and multicenter phase two studies, Mitchell is advancing some of the most groundbreaking brain tumor treatments in the country. Throughout the past decade, researchers at the Preston…
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2 February
PNC Bank Launches Mobile Branch in South Florida
PNC Bank officially debuts its mobile branch program in South Florida this week, underscoring its commitment to the community by making banking easier and more accessible for unbanked and underbanked residents. “As many as one in four South Florida households lack a bank account or adequate access to essential financial services, such as credit and loans, which creates a barrier to financial stability and economic mobility,” said Cressman Bronson, PNC regional president for Southeast Florida.…
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2 February
Marine Towing of Tampa Extends Fleet Operations to Serve as Tug Operator at Port Canaveral
Marine Towing of Tampa, LLC (MTOT) and E.N. Bisso & Son, Inc announced that they have executed and closed on an Asset Purchase Agreement to which Marine Towing of Port Canaveral, LLC (“MTPC”), acquired the Port Canaveral operations and assets associated with Bisso’s acquisition of Seabulk Towing Holdings, Inc ship assist operations in Florida. “Marine Towing is a highly regarded provider of ship assist services in the industry,” stated Capt. John Murray, Port Canaveral CEO. “We…
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1 February
Coke Florida Empowers Communities Through Access to Educational and Technology Resources During Black History Month
Since its inception in 2015, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) has had a stated commitment to education through its Black History Month programming. The company announces that its 2024 initiatives will again directly impact Floridians, and its donations will surpass $800,000. This month, Coke Florida, a family-owned Coca-Cola bottler, will donate 300 laptops across the state to ensure that students and adults served by community-based programs are equipped with reliable technology to support educational…
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1 February
Attorney Imani M. Williams selected for “Top 40 Under 40” Award
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith is pleased to announce that Firm Attorney Imani M. Williams has been selected as a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Attorney by the National Trial Lawyers. The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 is a professional organization composed of the top trial lawyers from each state or region who are under the age of 40. Membership into The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 is by invitation only…
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1 February
Polk State therapy programs join forces for Warriors for Wellness 5K
Polk State College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapist Assistant programs will host the inaugural Warriors for Wellness 5K on Saturday, April 6, 2024, on the Winter Haven Campus. Check-in will take place from 7 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. with a 9 a.m. start time for the race. Registration is open and available online through the Polk State College Foundation: secure.qgiv.com/for/warriorsforwellness5k. The 5K aims to promote community wellness and raise awareness about Polk State’s Occupational…
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Jan- 2024 -31 January
Sea otters’ homecoming to a California estuary shows big payoff in conservation
In a groundbreaking study published today in Nature, scientists reveal that the return of sea otters to their former habitat in a Central California estuary has slowed erosion of the area’s creekbanks and marsh edges on average by 69%. The resurgence of these charismatic marine mammals — also some of the habitat’s top predators — to the saltmarsh-dominated Elkhorn Slough in Monterey County sparks hope in those dedicated to improving the health of our coastal…
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31 January
Florida Poly ranks #1 in state for grads with lowest student debt
Florida Polytechnic University graduates begin their careers or graduate studies with the least amount of debt of any university in the state, according to an analysis published this week comparing the average debt of college students across Florida. Florida Poly ranked No. 1 on the list of lowest student debt with an average of $14,250. According to the report by the Palm Beach Post, the average student debt statewide reaches nearly $40,000. The analysis used…
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30 January
Three Manatees Return to Warmer Waters
Over the past few weeks, our team has been hard at work, returning three manatees to their natural habitat. While each manatee arrived at our care facility with varying needs, our veterinary experts worked around-the-clock to assist each sea cow throughout their rehabilitation journey. Reckless and Churro, a mother-daughter duo, were rescued following a near-fatal boat strike while Plunk was rescued as an orphaned calf. Working with Manatee Rescue & Rehabilitation Partnership, Save the Manatee…
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30 January
Consumer sentiment at two-year high with positive outlook for the future
Consumer sentiment among Floridians starts the year with the highest level over the last two years, increasing 3.3 points in January to 72.8 from the revised December figure of 69.5. Notably, national sentiment surged over nine points. “The surge in consumer sentiment in January stems from the positive shifts in Floridians’ expectations about the future, especially regarding the national economy. This growing optimism aligns well with the current economic outlook,” said Hector Sandoval, director of…
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29 January
Tampa Electric’s Manatee Viewing Center Celebrates Incredible New Record
Tampa Electric’s award-winning Manatee Viewing Center has set an amazing new record: the center hosted 1,100 manatees at one time, which dwarfs the previous record of 850, set last winter. “This season has been consistently chilly, which has allowed us to see more manatees at one time than ever before,” said Stan Kroh, manager of Land and Stewardship Programs for Tampa Electric. “This makes for an even better experience for our visitors. We’re proud to…
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29 January
Sachs Media Earns Prestigious Spot Among Ragan’s 2024 “Top Places to Work in Communications”
Sachs Media is proud to announce that it has been recognized as one of Ragan’s 2024 “Top Places to Work in Communications.” This prestigious award honors the firm’s ongoing commitment to fostering a dynamic and supportive workplace, along with its acknowledged excellence in the communications field. “Being named a top workplace by Ragan is a significant honor for us, and one we work hard to earn,” said Michelle Ubben, President and CEO of Sachs Media.…
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24 January
Florida SBDC Network to Host Florida Small Business Day at the Capitol
The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, will host its annual Florida Small Business Day at the Capitol event Wednesday, February 28, 2024. The purpose of the event is to celebrate and highlight the important role small businesses play in Florida’s economy. During the event, Florida SBDC Network small business clients and resource partners will showcase products and services. The network will also provide tours of…
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