Chamber Blog
The Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, writes a weekly column in the Charlotte Sun. You may read it here every Monday.
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What an amazing business community we have
Last Thursday, we had our 11th Annual Charlotte County Chamber Business Expo. There were 80 local businesses showcasing their products and services. I would consider the event a success! For those Charlotte County Chamber members who would like to participate next year, mark your calendars for Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. You do not want to…
Read MoreFebruary is short, but it is filled with exciting chamber events!
We have been going nonstop for the past four months. This trend will continue as the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated in providing the most effective avenues for our members to be engaged and committed in the success and growth of their businesses. February is jammed packed with great member opportunities. Mark your…
Read MoreGreat start to our fiscal year!
The Charlotte County Chamber began our 2021-2022 fiscal year on Oct. 1, 2021. It’s gone by in a blink of an eye and there have been so many activities that were successfully accomplished. Before I go further, it is so deserving to give major kudos to our chamber staff: Ruth Uzonyi, Director of Finance; Janet…
Read MoreTime to put a spotlight on your business!
Game on! Now would be the time to secure your booth to participate in our 11th Annual “Hottest Business Day in Paradise” Business Expo. Our Expo will be on Thursday, Feb. 3 at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. We traditionally…
Read MoreHappy New Year!
On behalf of our Board of Directors and chamber staff, we wish everyone a very happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. We are excited to launch into 2022, as we will become more efficient, creative and relevant. We will continue to analyze and prudently review each initiative to ensure maximum benefit to you, our valued…
Read MoreHappy Holidays from our family to yours
On behalf of our Board of Directors and chamber staff, we would like to wish every one of you a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful holiday season. This is a special time of year filled with family, friends, fun and much love. Our office will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 23 and Friday, Dec.…
Read MoreGot Work?
In the recent months, we have heard a consistent message from our business community. That message is “we have open positions in our businesses and can’t seem to fill them with qualified candidates and/or to get people to show up at all”. This is a concerning issue that is resonating throughout Charlotte County. As a…
Read More11th Annual Charlotte County Chamber Business Expo 2022
As we navigate through this busy holiday season, our 11th Annual “Hottest Business Day in Paradise” Business Expo is right around the corner. Our Expo will take place on Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022 at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. The…
Read MoreHoliday shopping in Charlotte County
We are very pleased the Punta Gorda City Council has declared a proclamation to the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce for “Shop Charlotte Month” from Nov. 26 through Dec. 24. Although, this heightens the focus to shop locally within Charlotte County during this time, there is a greater emphasis to support our local businesses throughout…
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving from our chamber family to yours
On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, we wish each and every one of you a very Happy Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a unique holiday not focused on presents but to enjoy spending time with family and friends. It is an opportunity to reflect on what we…
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