Florida Chamber Member News
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Nov- 2025 -21 November
CITY Furniture Hosts 30th Annual Kevin Koenig Memorial Charities Cup and Vendor Conference, Raising $505,000 For Local Nonprofits
Tamarac, FL — November 17, 2025 – CITY Furniture, Florida’s premier home furnishings retailer, proudly hosted the 30th Annual Kevin Koenig Memorial Charities Cup and Vendor Conference on November 10th & 11th, bringing together vendor partners from across the globe for two days of collaboration, community impact, and celebration. This year’s event took place in South Florida, where vendors connected with CITY Furniture (“CITY”) leadership to discuss strategic alignment and the future of the company.…
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20 November
Tracking Links & Hidden Risks: A Closer Look at Redirect Domains
In today’s digital age, even seemingly harmless URLs can lead to unexpected destinations, and the recent example of the link you shared — one that begins with a tracking redirect domain like rs6.net — underscores this fact. Marketing platforms often use such redirect services to track clicks and measure engagement. However, because these redirects mask the final destination, they can sometimes be exploited for malicious purposes, including phishing or unwanted redirects. This doesn’t mean every…
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20 November
NSU Expands Support for Veterans Through New Initiatives and Community Celebration
On November 11, 2025, Nova Southeastern University hosted its annual Veterans Day celebration at the Armed Forces Service Plaza on the Davie campus. The celebration coincided with expanded support initiatives for veterans and their families—most notably a $6 million state appropriation to bolster the university’s Veterans Care Program. The program provides essential health services including dental, vision, hearing, and mental-health care at little or no cost to eligible veterans and their dependents. NSU reported that…
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18 November
Honoring Veterans Who Strengthen Our HCA Healthcare Family
HCA Healthcare proudly honors the brave men and women who have served our country, recognizing the invaluable impact veterans and their families make within our organization and throughout our communities. Their dedication, resilience, and leadership strengthen our culture every day, shaping the compassionate care we deliver and inspiring those around them. Veterans bring a mission-driven focus, exceptional teamwork, and a deep sense of service that aligns with HCA Healthcare’s commitment to improving lives. On Veterans…
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18 November
CSX Jacksonville Team Packs Over 5,000 Backpacks for Annual Santa Train Initiative
In a meaningful display of community spirit, CSX Transportation’s Jacksonville employees gathered to prepare more than 5,000 backpacks filled with toys and school supplies as part of the company’s annual Santa Train program, bringing holiday cheer to families along its Appalachia route. The effort aligns with CSX’s #ONECSX mission, uniting team members of all levels in service beyond the tracks. Read More: CSX Jacksonville Team Packs Over 5,000 Backpacks for Annual Santa Train Initiative
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18 November
CITY Furniture Raises Over $690,000 for American Heart Association
Family-owned retailer CITY Furniture announced that it raised $691,987 this year for the American Heart Association, surpassing its initial pledge of $650,000 under the company’s “5% Giving Pledge.” The campaign engaged associates and customers across Florida through initiatives like the “Test & Rest” mattress-showroom promotion and community events including CPR training and the “Heart Dash” with the Florida Panthers. By distributing blood-pressure monitors, infant CPR kits, and wellness resources to thousands of individuals and supporting…
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18 November
Volunteers Help Prepare Custom Homes for Wounded Veterans with Homes For Our Troops
Over the weekend, dedicated volunteers from Homes For Our Troops came together to landscape the future homes of SGT Eric Trinidad in Port Orange, Florida and SPC Noah Bailey in Spring Branch, Texas. The effort included teams from Boeing’s Daytona Beach and Florida Space Coast operations, who rolled up their sleeves to install sod, plant flowers, and create welcoming outdoor spaces ahead of the key-presentation ceremonies for these specially adapted, mortgage-free homes. Boeing’s ongoing partnership…
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18 November
Paychecks for Patriots: Florida’s Statewide Hiring Initiative for Veterans and Military Spouses
The CareerSource Florida network is hosting its annual “Paychecks for Patriots” initiative, designed to connect Florida’s veterans, military spouses, and transitioning service members with meaningful career opportunities across the state. This hiring initiative focuses on honoring the service of the military community by linking skilled candidates with employers ready to tap into their talents, work ethic, and leadership. Each regional event includes an exclusive military-hour opening followed by general-access opportunities, offering job seekers a structured…
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13 November
Boeing Volunteers Help Landscape Future Homes for Wounded Veterans
Boeing volunteers recently joined forces with Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) to help landscape the future homes of SGT Eric Trinidad in Port Orange, FL, and SPC Noah Bailey in Spring Branch, TX. Volunteers from Boeing Daytona Beach and Boeing Florida Space Coast Operations spent their Saturday preparing the yards for these specially adapted custom homes, which will soon be presented mortgage-free to the veterans and their families. Boeing is proud to support HFOT’s mission…
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13 November
NSU Honors Veterans with Celebration and Expanded Support Initiatives
Nova Southeastern University hosted its annual Veterans Day Celebration at the Armed Forces Service Plaza on its Davie campus, bringing together veterans, service-connected students, families, and the broader university community in recognition of their service and sacrifice. Retired Lieutenant General Nadja Y. West, the 44th Surgeon General of the U.S. Army and first African-American woman to hold the position, delivered the keynote address, drawing on her distinguished military career to demonstrate leadership and resilience in…
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