Member News
Florida Chamber of Commerce member press releases/updates.
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Mar- 2026 -25 March
Florida Poly Researchers Develop Faster Microplastic Detection Technology
Plastic pollution has become a widespread global problem, with microscopic particles in the water that can slip into the human body without notice. For decades, scientists have struggled to detect these microplastics and nanoplastics quickly and affordably. Researchers at Florida Polytechnic University are working on a new approach that could change that. Dr. Ajeet Kaushik, an associate professor of chemistry, and students Riley Orr and Justin Sanchez Almirola developed a solution based on electrochemical sensing,…
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24 March
Suncoast Credit Union Foundation Invests $10,000 in Early Learning in Manatee County
The Suncoast Credit Union Foundation is strengthening early childhood education in Manatee County through a $10,000 contribution to the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County. The investment is expanding access to books and educational resources for young children and families throughout the community. The funding is being used to provide age-appropriate reading materials and learning tools through local programs and outreach efforts. By increasing access to these resources, the initiative supports early literacy, school readiness,…
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24 March
Holland & Knight Receives Outstanding Services Award from the ABA Military Pro Bono Project for 14th Consecutive Year
For the 14th consecutive year, Holland & Knight has been honored with the 2025 Outstanding Services Award by the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Military Pro Bono Project. Holland & Knight is the only law firm to receive the Outstanding Services Award every year since its inception in 2012. In addition, Holland & Knight Partners Terry Elling, Amy Fuentes, Nicholas Hasenfus, Frank Morreale and Rafe Petersen, Senior Counsel Nancy Anderson and Associates Michael Decembrino, Lindsey Grubbs,…
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24 March
United Way Broward’s Women United Volunteers Inspired 500 Young Readers During Read Across America Week-Long Celebration
On Thursday, March 5, 2026, United Way Broward’s Women United volunteers, alongside Kathleen Cannon, President & CEO of United Way Broward, and Rita Case, President & CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group, celebrated and supported the National Education Association’s Read Across America initiative by reading “All Are Welcome” at Sunland Park Academy in Fort Lauderdale. More than 50 volunteers from Women United and generous community partners, including Rick Case Automotive Group, read to 500 elementary…
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20 March
Amazon Volunteers Support Property Improvements at Our Mother’s Home
A team of volunteers from Amazon recently dedicated a Day of Caring to supporting Our Mother’s Home, helping prepare the organization’s outdoor space for future improvements. The group worked together to clear debris, fallen branches, and overgrown landscaping from the backyard area, filling an entire dumpster and restoring the space. The cleanup effort cleared the way for the next phase of renovations, allowing Our Mother’s Home to begin planning enhancements to better serve mothers and…
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20 March
AdventHealth Partners with NASCAR’s Erik Jones to Continue Expanding School Literacy Initiative
AdventHealth and NASCAR driver Erik Jones recently extended their literacy partnership with the installation of a new book vending machine at a local elementary school, marking the sixth school to benefit from the program. The initiative allows students to earn books as rewards for positive behavior and academic milestones, giving them the opportunity to build personal libraries at home. By letting children choose books that match their interests, the program encourages enthusiasm for reading while…
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18 March
Philip Morris International U.S. Launches Tampa Bay Center, Creating 180 New Jobs
Philip Morris International’s U.S. operations are expanding in the Tampa Bay region with the launch of a new Business Solutions Center in Tampa, Florida. The company is investing about $50 million to establish the center, which will bring approximately 180 new high-skill jobs to the area and support a range of functions previously spread across multiple sites. The new hub will bring together teams in business solutions, distribution operations, and customer service, helping PMI U.S.…
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17 March
Mosaic and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Complete Five-Year Hunger Relief Initiative
Mosaic and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers marked a major milestone for the Tampa Bay region with the opening of the fifth and final food pantry through their Tackling Hunger partnership. The launch completed a five-year commitment focused on expanding access to nutritious food for families experiencing food insecurity. Working alongside Feeding Tampa Bay, the partners helped establish food pantries that provide consistent, reliable access to healthy food across the community. The initiative emphasized long-term solutions…
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13 March
Verizon Distributes Disaster Preparedness Kits in Tampa Bay
Verizon partnered with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Mayor Jane Castor, U.S. Representative Kathy Castor, former kicker Martin Gramatica, and Rebuilding Together Greater Florida to hand out 500 disaster preparedness kits. The initiative helps the Tampa Bay community prepare for hurricane season and strengthen resilience for families across the region. Source: LinkedIn
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13 March
Florida Blue Highlights Heart Health During Broward Walk
Florida Blue supported the American Heart Association’s 2026 Broward Heart Walk at Nova Southeastern University by sponsoring a Gratitude Wall that highlighted the life-saving impact of research, education, and prevention programs. The display recognized the contributions of partners and team members while celebrating the Heart Walk’s role in promoting heart health throughout the community. Source: LinkedIn
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12 March
Bank of America Teaches Financial Literacy to Students
Bank of America partnered with Junior Achievement New Mexico to help students at Carlos Rey Elementary learn key money skills, including earning, saving, spending, and giving. The program, part of a decade-long collaboration, helps equip students with practical financial knowledge and the confidence to set ambitious goals for their futures. Source: LinkedIn
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12 March
Florida Power & Light Enhances School Spaces During Power to Care Week
During its annual Power to Care Week, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) joined forces with the Broward Education Foundation and Broward County Public Schools to enhance the campus at Apollo Middle School in Hollywood. Volunteers, including FPL staff and students, worked together to improve outdoor spaces by planting flowers, spreading mulch, raking leaves, and refreshing landscaping along walkways and entrances, creating a more welcoming environment for students. School and organizational leaders highlighted how partnerships…
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12 March
Tampa Electric Supports 4-H Student, Honors Father’s Legacy
Tampa Electric recently supported 12-year-old 4-H student Aubrey Blommel by purchasing her steer at the Pasco County Fair Youth Beef Sale. The project was started with her late father, Andrew John Clayton ‘Clay’ Blommel, who passed away in November 2025. Determined to complete the work they began together, Aubrey presented her steer at the youth beef show. The meat from the sale will be donated to the Mango Elementary School food pantry, providing roughly 1,000…
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9 March
FAIRWINDS Foundation Announces Recipients of 2026 Grants
FAIRWINDS Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) that serves as the philanthropic arm of FAIRWINDS Credit Union, continues its commitment to strategic, mission-driven giving by investing $500,000 for the second consecutive year. Since 2018, the Foundation has invested more than $2.5 million in initiatives focused on financial well-being. The announcement was made during a celebratory grant reception held at Full Sail Live, bringing together nonprofit partners, community leaders, and FAIRWINDS Credit Union representatives to recognize organizations working…
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9 March
Syniverse Celebrates Women Leaders for Women’s History Month
As Women’s History Month begins, Syniverse is highlighting the contributions of women across its teams who are helping shape the company and the future of technology. These leaders bring a range of expertise, from cybersecurity and infrastructure engineering to user experience leadership, showing how diverse perspectives drive innovation and growth. The company is featuring profiles of three women whose work exemplifies this impact: Principal Infrastructure Platform Engineer Jenny Fonseca, Senior Director of User Experience Megan…
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