3rd Annual Women’s Work-Life Symposium
The Third Annual Women’s Work-Life Symposium will be held on Friday, June 8 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at Florida State University – Panama City’s Holley Academic Center. This day-long event will focus on helping women find practical solutions and strategies for creating a work-life balance. The Symposium will present productive sessions with top-notch, motivating speakers all offering insight, inspiration and innovative ideas.
As in previous years, attendees will enjoy keynote sessions and breakout workshops by ... (Read More)
Sunshine Shuttle has acquired Trumpet Coach
Sunshine Shuttle has acquired Trumpet Coach, of Chipley, Fla., making Sunshine a major transportation company in northwest Florida.
The recent acquisition also expands Sunshine into a more diverse transportation company in the Panhandle, offering sedans, limousines, vans, local shuttle vehicles, and now, luxury motor coaches. The new arm of Finch's transportation business is Sunshine Coach. During peak season, the company will employ about 40 workers.
Sunshine began in 2002 by John Finch, the owner of Sunshine Shuttle and Sunshine Limousine, ... (Read More)
Community Bank Receives “Preferred Lender” Status
Community Bank, Destin has recently been recognized as a “Preferred Lender” by the U. S. Small Business Administration. This designation allows Community Bank, Destin the abilitiy to document and process SBA loan requests in a more timely manner than other non-designated lenders.
“The status of being a SBA Preferred Lender will enable Community Bank, Destin to better meet the needs of it’s clients,” noted Fred Leopold, Chief Executive Officer, Community Bank, Destin. “We are very pleased to have achieved ... (Read More)
Southwest Presents NEW Navigator Lunch & Learn Workshop
On Wednesday, February 22, the Panama City Beach Chamber’s Navigator Small Business committee will host another Lunch & Learn workshop for business professionals. Presented by Southwest Airlines and sponsored by Gulf Coast Chiropractic and Rehab, this workshop will be held at Gulf Coast State College’s Conference Center from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
Brandon Welch, founder of ClicksCrazy.com, will present “Be Listed, Be Social, Be Happy.” This informative, “How To” workshop will be full of useful ... (Read More)
Beach Chamber to Hold Annual Dinner & 25th Anniversary
On Thursday, February 23rd the Beach Chamber will hold its Annual Dinner & 25th Anniversary, celebrating its 25-year history and recognizing five local citizens for their dedication and accomplishments in the community. The event will be held at Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort from 6:00 to 9:30 pm. The annual awards include the Pioneer of the Year, Humanitarian, Chamber Ambassador, Small Business Person of the Year, and a dedication to the Chamber’s 2011 Chairman.
Live entertainment will be provided ... (Read More)
World-renowned Leaders to Speak at Beach Chamber Events
Community business leaders can access the knowledge and experience of world-renowned leaders by attending Chick-fil-A Leadercast at Gulf Coast State College in Panama City on May 4, 2012.
Chick-fil-A Leadercast is a one-day leader development event broadcast LIVE from Atlanta, Ga. to hundreds of sites throughout the nation, including Panama City. Speakers for this year’s event include:
o Soledad O’Brien, Anchor and special correspondent for CNN
o Tim Tebow, NFL quarterback, Heisman Trophy winner and best-selling author
o ... (Read More)
Bay Education Foundation to Honor Mentors
In observance of National Mentor Month, the Bay Education Foundation recognized Take Stock In Children Mentors Tena Browne and Kristin Evans as Co-Mentors of the Year for 2012 with a luncheon at Applebee’s on 23rd Street and before the Bay County School Board. Ms. Browne and Ms. Evans were selected as 2012 Co-Mentors of the Year based on recommendations from their mentees, Take Stock In Children scholars Elena Ryazhapova (Bay HS 2012), Arina Vidyaeva (Mosley HS 2012), and Brianna ... (Read More)
