Member News
Florida Chamber of Commerce member press releases/updates.
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Jun- 2023 -29 June
Unlocking Opportunities: How the CareerSource Florida Network Supports and Benefits Employers
In today’s competitive business landscape, finding and retaining top talent is crucial for success. That’s where CareerSource Florida, in collaboration with its network of local workforce development boards, can assist and benefit both job seekers and employers through a range of valuable services at no cost. CareerSource Florida understands that finding the right candidates is challenging and time-consuming. Our network of business and economic development professionals offers comprehensive recruitment services, including job posting platforms, candidate…
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29 June
Blink Charging Expands Electric Vehicle Charging Accessibility by Incorporating NACS Into Entire Product Line
Miami Beach, Fla., June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blink Charging Co. (NASDAQ: BLNK) (“Blink” or the “Company”), a leading global manufacturer, owner, operator and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, has announced it is fully committed to meeting the EV charging needs of drivers, regardless of vehicle model, by incorporating both the North America Charging Standard (NACS) and Combined Charging System (CCS) into Blink’s state-of-the-art line of charging products. With plans for additional…
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26 June
UF named one of Money magazine’s ‘Best Colleges in America’
June 22, 2023 — The University of Florida (UF) has been named a “5-star college” – the highest rating available – by Money magazine’s “Best Colleges in America 2023” list. UF was the only Florida institution included in the list. Money recently debuted a new star rating system, listing only 34 colleges across the country as “5-star.” To find colleges that combine quality and affordability, Money analyzed dozens of data points, including graduation rates, cost…
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23 June
Longer ballots reduce voter participation, study shows
June 22, 2023 — When it comes time to vote, you may think having more candidate options is better. But that’s not necessarily the case. Andrew Janusz, assistant professor in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida, and his co-authors tested the idea using data from real elections to measure voter participation. The study shows that when the candidate field is crowded, voters are more likely to sit out than…
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23 June
Lake City – Columbia County Chamber of Commerce Announces Return of Legislative Breakfast
LAKE CITY, FL., June 20, 2023, – The Lake City – Columbia County Chamber of Commerce’s “Legislative Breakfast” will return after a multi-year hiatus. The event is to take place on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, beginning at 8am at The Blanche in Lake City Florida. “As an organization, it’s extremely important that we advocate with our elected officials on behalf of members, especially when it comes to issues affecting their business and our overall…
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23 June
Port Panama City Holds Biomass Dome Topping Out Ceremony
As work nears completion on a new $20 million storage facility, Port Panama City recently held a topping out ceremony to recognize hard work to complete the project. Port Panama City’s new biomass dome storage facility will allow the port to store more wood pellets, further strengthening its biomass export capabilities. “The more activity you have as a port the more jobs created long term,” said Alex King, Panama City Port Authority Director. “Dozens of…
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23 June
Port Canaveral sees $25M expansion, balances several bustling industries
Heidelberg Material’s new nearly $25-million expansion at Port Canaveral adds 200,000 tons of capacity to support construction projects throughout Florida and beyond. It also adds another 40 jobs to the port’s growing community. The port is growing in several areas, including industrial, space, cargo, and cruising. Balancing all the bustling areas is becoming a delicate balancing act. “We’ve got aggregates, road building materials, fuels, so you know, gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, we keep the airports…
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23 June
Keisha Pickett Boyd Appointed as Director of Communications, Strategy, and Community Engagement at The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA)
Tampa, Fla., (June 20, 2023) – The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Keisha Pickett Boyd as the new Director of Communications, Strategy, and Community Engagement. With over two decades of experience in journalism, public relations, event planning, marketing, and community outreach, Boyd brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role at THEA. Keisha offers a diverse and multicultural background to the organizations she serves. With a…
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21 June
Nemours Children’s Health, Jacksonville, Celebrates Grand Opening of THE PLAYERS Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders and Culmination of Hand in Hand Campaign
(JACKSONVILLE, Fla. June 20, 2023) – Highlighted by a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, Nemours Children’s Health, Jacksonville, opened a new state-of-the-art facility named THE PLAYERS Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. The center opens to patients on June 26 and offers a fully integrated approach to hematology/oncology treatment with the ability to provide multiple services in one location, offering a better experience for patients and families. The new center is part of the Nemours Children’s Center…
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20 June
UF VP Scott Angle announced as interim provost
June 15, 2023 — Today, University of Florida President Dr. Ben Sasse announced that Dr. J. Scott Angle, currently Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources, will serve as UF’s interim provost when Dr. Joseph Glover steps down next month. “I’m thrilled that Dr. Angle will bring his leadership, experience, and passion for UF to the provost’s office for this interim role,” said Sasse. “UF has a special role as both the state’s flagship…
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20 June
Schanzenbach Joins UF As Senior Advisor To President For Academic Excellence
June 20, 2023 — Today, University of Florida President Dr. Ben Sasse announced Dr. Diane Whitmore Schanzenbach will join UF as Senior Advisor to the President for Academic Excellence and Associate Provost on Aug. 8. Schanzenbach is Director of the Institute for Policy Research (IPR) and Margaret Walker Alexander Professor of Human Development and Social Policy, both at Northwestern University. “I am thrilled that Dr. Schanzenbach is joining the UF team,” said Sasse. “Her commitment…
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14 June
Healthcare Partnership Spotlight: Lee Health
Larry Antonucci, M.D., MBA, President & CEO, serves as the Chief Executive Officer and President for Lee Health. Lee Health is a member of the Florida Chamber of Commerce Board of Governors, a group of leading companies in Florida committed to securing Florida’s Future. Dr. Antonucci was a practicing obstetrician and gynecologist who joined the Lee Health Medical Staff in 1983. He joined Lee Health in 2007 as Chief Administrative Officer for the health system’s…
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12 June
Inboden To Lead Hamilton Center
June 12, 2023 — Today, University of Florida President Dr. Ben Sasse announced that Dr. William Inboden will join UF as the director of the Hamilton Center. A nationally renowned historian, Inboden is executive director and William Powers, Jr. Chair at the Clements Center, and a professor at the LBJ School of Public Affairs, both at the University of Texas-Austin. “Dr. Inboden is an outstanding scholar and teacher. We are thrilled to welcome him to Gainesville,” Sasse said.…
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9 June
DOUBLE VICTORY: MOORE AGENCY LEADERS NAMED TOP WOMEN IN PR
In an unprecedented joint win for The Moore Agency, PRNEWS has named both Karen Moore, founder and CEO, and Terrie Ard, president and COO, to its 2023 list of Top Women Award winners. Karen Moore is being honored in the Entrepreneurs category and Terrie Ard as a Change-Maker. They joined the other national and international winners at an awards celebration in New York City. “This is a bucket list win for each of us,” Karen…
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8 June
Holland & Knight Announces New Leadership Team
Holland & Knight is pleased to announce that Robert J. Grammig will become the firm’s Chair and Chief Executive Officer, and David C. Whitestone and Tiffani G. Lee will serve as Managing Partner and Deputy Managing Partner, respectively. The new leadership team will succeed Steven Sonberg, who has served as Managing Partner since 2008 and will step down after the end of the first quarter in 2024, concluding a 16-year term. The leadership change follows…
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