IT ALL BEGINS HERE…
Greater Miami Goals Conference 2012, May 31-June 1, Hilton Miami Downtown
The Chamber’s legendary two-day planning retreat attracts more than 1,000 business leaders each year to develop the programming and goals that will drive this Chamber and the vision to move this community forward in the coming year. This year’s event features a Mayoral Forum, the Good To Great Business Awards with NBC6 Anchor Jackie Nespral and a very special Consular Corp reception to celebrate Brazil! The Greater Miami Goals Conference is not just another Chamber event—it’s the most important event of the Chamber year featuring opportunities for you to participate in workshops that focus on community and industry development, the Chamber’s role in civic leadership, as well as opportunities to showcase your business and network throughout the two-day event.
For sponsorships contact Diana Pubchara, 305-577-5472 or dpubchara@miamichamber.com. For event information contact Special Events, 305-577-5421 or spevents@miamichamber.com. For advertising contact Randy Prandini, 305-577-5433 or rprandini@miamichamber.com.
CHAMBER RETURNS FROM D.C. FLY-IN
More than 30 Chamber members, along with representatives from the Florida Chamber, Jacksonville Chamber and the Coral Gables Chamber just returned from three days of meetings in Washington, D.C. on the Chamber’s Annual Spring Fly-In. Armed with the Chamber’s Federal Legislative agenda, members visited federal agencies, congressional members and their staff to address issues of importance to the South Florida business community, including a visit to the U.S. Chamber.
View photo of the Chamber’s Chairman Penny Shaffer, First Vice-Chair Al Dosal and Chair-Elect Phillis Oeters on the Chamber’s Facebook page.
TOMORROW: BE THERE WHEN THE CHAMBER HONORS TOP IN TECH
More than 400 people are expected at Jungle Island for the Chamber’s 2012 Technology Leaders of the Year Awards, presented by Check Point Software Technologies/Compuquip Technologies. Honored are individuals who have shown extraordinary technological hands-on experience and whose management of technology resources/innovations has made an outstanding contribution to their organization and community. Luncheon attendees are also invited to attend a post-event celebration, compliments of Verizon Wireless. Contact: Reina Deleon, 305-577-5438 | rdeleon@miamichamber.com
MAY TRUSTEE LUNCHEON SPOTLIGHTS EDUCATION & NONPROFIT INNOVATION
The Chamber’s May 2 luncheon will feature Miami-Dade County Public Schools Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho with a presentation titled, “A Legacy of Learning.” The Chamber will also present the 11th Annual NOVO Awards, recognizing nonprofit programs that have made a difference in the lives of the people they serve, produce outcomes that exemplify innovative excellence, and feature best practices of not-for-profit businesses. Contact: Special Events, 305-577-5421 | spevents@miamichamber.com
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NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS
General: Lyoness Management Americas, Inc.; Sling Broadband LLC
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THE ROAD TO RESPONSIBLE GAMING | MAY 1
Come listen and discuss how the greater community, from business and gaming industry stakeholders to community mental health and nonprofit leaders, can collaborate to address responsible gaming across the state of Florida. Learn more about the National Center for Responsible Gaming's role in funding groundbreaking research and advancing public education about gambling disorders and responsible gaming. Contact: Crystal Renta, 305-577-5486 | crenta@miamichamber.com
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ONE COMMUNITY ONE GOAL 2.0 SET TO LAUNCH
Miami-Dade County’s Job Creation Plan, May 7
Make plans to be at the Wolfson Campus of Miami Dade College on Monday, May 7 at 8:30 a.m. when the newest edition of One Community One Goal is unveiled after a year of community planning. The initiative is an action plan for growing jobs and investment in Miami-Dade County. Join leaders from the public and private sectors, business, education and community organizations to hear how together we can create jobs for our community’s future. The event is free to attend, but you must make a reservation. For information and to R.S.V.P., visit www.onecommunityonegoal.com or call 305-579-1390.
CHAMBER PARTNERS TO HIRE OUR HEROES
The Greater Miami Chamber is joining with the U.S. Chamber, NBC News and other sponsors to present a job fair for veteran job seekers, active duty military, as well as National Guard and Reserve members and their spouses. It will be held at the Miami Beach Convention Center on Tuesday, June 5 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. If your business is looking to fill vacancies or if you know of military members seeking a position, please visit www.hoh.greatjob.net. The event is free for job seekers and for businesses seeking employees.
UPCOMING EVENTS
May 3 -- 2012 Senior Executive Orientation® Program: Spring Social (by invitation only)
Contact: Ivette Canales, 305-577-5458 | icanaes@miamichamber.com
May 8 -- Transportation & Infrastructure Lunch
Contact: Tania Valenzuela, 305-577-5491 | tvalenzuela@miamichamber.com
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May 11 -- R.E.A.L. Awards Luncheon
Contact: Marina Foglia, 305-577-5464 | mfoglia@miamichamber.com
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NEW DATE: May 15 -- Bagels with the Boss
Contact: Malissa Morgan, 305-577-5467 | mmorgan@miamichamber.com
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May 16 -- Chairman Circle and Trustee Reception at Pacific National Bank
Contact: Joann Jedlinski, 305-577-5430 | jjedlinski@miamichamber.com
NEW DATE: May 17 -- The Cuban Exile Story – Chapter Two: The Art and Story of Humberto Calzada
Contact: Marina Foglia, 305-577-5464 | mfoglia@miamichamber.com
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May 17 -- New World Center Lunch | Downtown Transit, Traffic Enforcement & Parking
Contact: Tania Valenzuela, 305-577-5491 | tvalenzuela@miamichamber.com
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May 22 -- Health Care Heroes® Awards Luncheon
Contact: Tania Valenzuela, 305-577-5491 | tvalenzuela@miamichamber.com
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May 22 -- ADA Real Life and Reviewing Procedures in Light of Recent EEOC Activity Breakfast
Contact: Ivette Canales, 305-577-5458 | icanaes@miamichamber.com
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SAVE THE DATE: May 23 -- Read to Learn
Contact: Tania Valenzuela, 305-577-5491 | tvalenzuela@miamichamber.com
LEADERSHIP MIAMI® TEAM PROJECT EVENTS
See Jon Secada, Spam Allstars and more at Renascentia Benefit Concert, April 28
The Motivate Miami team of the Greater Miami Chamber’s Leadership Miami® program will host a benefit concert at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts at 8:00 p.m. Headlining the concert will be three time Grammy award winner Jon Secada, with performances from Spam Allstars, local favorite Robert Elias and the Revenge, and finally a special guest performance by Jencarlos Canela, an award-winning musician and star of Telemundo's top-rated telenovela, “Mi Corazon Insiste.” Morning radio celebrity personality Enrique Santos will serve as host. Click here to buy tickets or for more information.
Veterans’ Grove, May 25
The Stand Up and Reach team of the Greater Miami Chamber’s Leadership Miami® program presents Veterans’ Grove at Alice Wainwright Park. Veterans’ Grove will stand as a permanent tribute to our community’s veterans. The ribbon cutting ceremony will begin at 11:00 a.m. For more information or to learn how to help, visit www.standupandreachmiami.com or email leadershipmiami@miamichamber.com.
MEMBER NEWS AND HAPPENINGS
Pineapple Sauté & Sip Interactive Dinner, May 12
Baptist Health Foundation will host the fifth annual Pineapple Sauté and Sip interactive Dinner at 6:30 p.m. at the Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne. The dinner will benefit the Carecoach and Genetic Testing programs of the Baptist Health Breast Center. Limited opportunities for participation are still available. Contact events@baptisthealth.net or 786-467-5400 for more information.
Jungle Island’s Mother’s Day Brunch, May 13
This Mother’s Day, think outside the box and treat the special woman in your life to Jungle Island’s Mother’s Day Brunch from 11:00 a.m-4:00 p.m. Enjoy an array of delectable dishes such as sliced sirloin with mushrooms, grilled salmon and penne primavera, accompanied by fresh salads and mouthwatering desserts like the signature toasted coconut flan and chocolate mousse. Then spend the rest of the day in the Jungle and enjoy all the shows, animals and exhibits offered. And as a special gift, mom will receive a free Annual Pass to Jungle Island! Prices are $48 for adults and $35 for children (ages 3-10 years). For online reservations, visit www.jungleisland.com.
Imagine a Prosperous Miami, May 16
Catalyst Miami Connect for Good presents “Imagine a Prosperous Miami.” This is the second in a series of four dialogue-to-action conferences on the pathway to reduce poverty in Miami-Dade by 2015. The event will take place from 11:30a.m.-4:00 p.m. at Temple Israel. The suggested donation of $25 includes the Downtown Bay Forum legislative lunch with debrief of the 2012 Florida Legislative Session. Click here to register or for more information.
Women’s Success Summit, May 17-18
Everybody is selling something, whether it’s your products, your services, your events, yourself, your ideas or your cause! That’s why this year’s summit theme is “The Big Close.” The summit will take place at the Miracle Theater Coral Gables. Learn to close deals, earn what you’re worth and generate wealth, while networking with influential, ambitious women (and men too!) Visit www.womenssuccesssummit.com for information and registration. Early bird rates in effect until May 3. After May 3, Chamber members may use promo code “MiamiChamber” to receive the early bird rate.
