Committees

Where Leadership Happens: Join a Committee, Make an Impact

Our committees are the heart of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce—driven by passionate members who help shape initiatives, plan events, and champion causes that support our local economy and quality of life. Whether you're looking to build relationships, influence policy, or give back to the community, there's a committee where your voice and skills can make a real difference. Get involved, stay connected, and help us move Charlotte County forward—one meeting at a time.

Ambassadors

Meets: First Thursday of the Month at the Charlotte County Chamber office.

  • Members

    Chair: Jami Joannes, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce jjoannes@charlottecountychamber.org


    Ambassador Committee:


    Brent Anderson, The Mosaic Company Community Relations

    Peri Blumer, Bert's Black Widow Harley Davidson

    Christine Carey, Pregnancy Solutions, Inc.

    Trae Christian, Elite Hurricane Home Protection

    Morgan Cook, Charlotte County Administration

    Lisa Creighton, Coldwell Banker Sunstar Realty

    Karole Davis, 4Kids of Southwest Florida

    Lisa Gallucci, Pelican Patrol Home Watch Services

    Christine Graham, Gulfcoast Dream Team Keller Williams

    Sergio Izzo, Give Credit Holdings LLC

    Monica Luna, Peace River Team at Morgan Stanley

    Natalie Proctor, Lake Michigan Credit Union

    Diane Ramseyer, Drug Free Charlotte County

    Hallie Rubins, Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity

    Jessie Shiner, Life Care Center of Punta Gorda

    Kim Spencer, Brookdale Port Charlotte

  • Mission

    To support and assist Chamber activities and events.  Providing valuable education about the Chamber to members and prospects.  Joining the Ambassador Committee can lay in  the foundation for more in-depth involvement and the heightened visibility you receive provides more recognition for your business.

Christmas Parade

Meets: As needed, August through December.

  • Members

    Chair: Stephen Lineberry, Premier Photograph Events


    Mike Riley, The BoogieMen Rock & Soul Review

    Hallie Rubins, Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity

    Morgan Cook, Charlotte County Administration

    Shawn Joannes

    Peter Keating

    Traci Dains, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

    Jami Joannes, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

    Ruth Uzonyi, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

    Bob White, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

  • About

    We will be planning the 46th Annual Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade which is scheduled to step off at Noon on December 14, 2024 (second Saturday in December) in downtown Punta Gorda.  So put on your thinking caps and start planning your float, car or performing unit for this community event.  More information will follow as we get closer to the date. To Volunteer or assist the day of the parade please email BWhite@charlottecountychamber.org

Government Affairs

Meets: First Monday of the month, 5:00 p.m., Port Charlotte office

  • Members

    Chair: Nick Worden, Crews Bank & Trust


    Committee Members:

    Patti Allen, Fishermen's Village

    Donna Barrett, Charlotte-DeSean Doherty, Charlotte County Visitor’s Bureau

    Terry Cochran, Charlotte County Sheriff's Office

    Sean Doherty, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau

    Shannon Doolity, State Attorneys Office

    Hector Flores, Charlotte County Administrator's Offices

    Kevin Graham, Suncoast One Title & Closings, Inc.

    D'Juan Harris, Charlotte County Administrator's Offices

    Emily Lewis, Charlotte County Administrators Office

    Kaley Miller, Charlotte County Airport Authority/Punta Gorda Airport

    Danny Nix, Jr. The Nix Team at Coldwell Banker Sunstar Realty

    James Parish, Charlotte County Airport Authority/Punta Gorda Airport

    Melissa Reichert, City of Punta Gorda

    Eddie Stokes, Office of Congressman Steube

    Kay Tracy, Economic Development Office

    Mark Vianello, Charlotte County Public Schools

    Bob White, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

  • Mission

    To establish and maintain representation and information flow for Chamber members regarding government issues by proactive involvement in the governmental process.

  • Objectives and Goals

    Update the annual policy statement.


    Monitor state legislative issues.


    Monitor County Commission, City Council and Charlotte County Airport Authority meetings.


    Educate the membership and the general population regarding governmental issues that may affect the business community.


    Educate the Board about issues on which they are asked to take a position.


     Prepare Candidate’s Questions/Forum.


    Develop a score card for state and local elected officials on issues of interest to the Chamber.


    Organize the Chamber’s efforts to conduct a trip to Tallahassee during the legislative session.

*For more information on, or to become a member of, the Government Affairs committee, please email Bob White at BWhite@CharlotteCountyChamber.org, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director. 2010 Policy Statement

Junior Leadership Charlotte Steering

Meets: As needed. Port Charlotte office

  • Members

    Vice President Leadership Charlotte Division:  Jessica Rhea, Florida Gulf Coast University


    Chair: Jami Joannes, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.


    Bob White, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

  • Mission

    To develop positive leadership qualities and a sense of community among our youth.  It is an interaction between today’s community leaders and tomorrow’s future leaders.  It is designed to heighten the awareness of the needs of our community and to show each person how they can make a difference.  It is about the careers and life-style available to everyone who chooses to call Charlotte County their home.

  • About

    The Junior Leadership Charlotte Program was a project of the Leadership Charlotte Class of 1993.  There is an application process.   Email Bob Whitefor more information.

Social Group

Meets: Bi-Monthly as needed.

  • Members

    Vice President Membership Division: Cristin Beverly, Realtors of Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, North Port, Desoto, Inc.


    Chair: Jessica Cline, Pool Boy, Inc.


    Cristin Beverly, Realtors of Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, North Port, Desoto, Inc.

    Kat Denault, The Gustitus Team at Keller Williams

    Stephen Lineberry, Premier Photographic Events

    Jami Joannes, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

  • Mission

    The Social Committee's mission is to enhance social interaction among chamber members by providing multiple events, both large and small, to increase and strengthen chamber member-to-member relationships.

  • Objectives and Goals

    The Social Committee's mission is to enhance social interaction among chamber members by providing multiple events, both large and small, to increase and strengthen chamber member-to-member relationships.

Leadership Charlotte Steering

Meets: As needed.

  • Members

    Vice President Leadership Charlotte Division:  Jessica Rhea, Florida Gulf Coast University


    Chair:  TJ Thornberry, Thornberry Custom Builders


    For more information email Bob White: BWhite@CharlotteCountyChamber.org

  • Mission

    To develop new and existing community leaders by providing an experiential education as the heritage, resources, opportunities and business environment in Charlotte County.

  • Objectives and Goals

    Expose class members to the diverse nature of Charlotte County, including its education and governmental systems.


    Educate class members on the environmental assets of our community, the threats to them and their importance to our economy and way of life.


    Stimulate the activity of the class with the Chamber’s Committees and Task Forces.


    Enhance communication between the Leadership Charlotte and the Junior Leadership Charlotte programs.


    Create a re-certification program for Leadership Charlotte alumni.

*For more information on, or to become a member of, the Leadership Charlotte Steering committee, email Bob White at BWhite@CharlotteCountyChamber.org, Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director.

Testimonials

Here’s some of what people have to say about their experience with the Leadership Charlotte Program: