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Healthcare Partnership Spotlight: Holly Prince, Simply Healthcare Plans

Tell us about your company Simply Healthcare Plans, (“Simply”), is a Florida-managed health care plan that serves over 825,000 Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and Florida Healthy Kids members throughout the state of Florida. In addition, Simply, through a line of business called Clear Health Alliance, also serves Florida Medicaid members who are living with HIV/AIDS. Our goal is to provide physical and behavioral health services that are comprehensive, integrated and patient-centered. Every day, members of our…

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Florida Chamber Foundation Welcomes Florida Virtual School’s Sam Verghese to its Future of Work Florida Initiative Advisory Board

The Florida Chamber Foundation’s Future of Work Florida Initiative proudly welcomes Sam Verghese, Florida Virtual School Chief Operating Officer, as a new Advisory Board member. “There is a massive information gap between employers and job seekers, between today’s students and career opportunities that they may pursue,” said Florida Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mark Wilson. “As a result, the Future of Work Florida Initiative seeks to champion the value of work and raise awareness…

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Florida Chamber Foundation Welcomes Indian River State College’s Bill Solomon to its Future of Work Florida Initiative Advisory Board

TALLAHASSEE, FL (June 23, 2022)— The Florida Chamber Foundation’s Future of Work Florida Initiative proudly welcomes Bill Solomon, Indian River State College Dean of Workforce Education & Advanced Technology, as a new Advisory Board member. “There is a massive information gap between employers and job seekers, between today’s students and career opportunities that they may pursue,” said Florida Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mark Wilson. “As a result, the Future of Work Florida Initiative…

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Small Business Spotlight: Gwen Cooper, Accessia Health

What does your business do? Accessia Health is one of only 6 national nonprofits dedicated to providing high-risk and rising-risk people with the healthcare products, services and financial assistance they need regardless of their zip code. In 2021 we provided $4.5M in financial assistance to nearly 1000 Floridians. What’s your biggest concern as a small business owner? As a nonprofit, our concern is with inflation at a 40-year high and prices soaring, that people will…

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Florida Chamber Foundation Welcomes Florida Power & Light’s Sarah Marmion to its Future of Work Florida Initiative Advisory Board

The Florida Chamber Foundation’s Future of Work Florida Initiative proudly welcomes Sarah Marmion, Florida Power & Light Company’s Manager of Education and Outreach Centers, as a new Advisory Board member. “There is a massive information gap between employers and job seekers, between today’s students and career opportunities that they may pursue,” said Florida Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mark Wilson. “As a result, the Future of Work Florida Initiative seeks to champion the value…

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A child’s ZIP code shouldn’t dictate their future on poverty | Commentary

The latest reports show there are 773,801 children living in poverty in Florida’s 983 ZIP codes. Florida Chamber Foundation research shows nearly half of them live in just 150 or 15% of Florida’s ZIP codes. No child’s ZIP code should dictate their future, and the business community is leading the efforts to change those outcomes. Florida is adding $2.7 million of wealth per hour, creating one out of every 11 jobs but, somehow, 18.7% of…

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Florida Chamber of Commerce Unveils 2022 Legislative Report Card and Distinguished Advocates

Today, the Florida Chamber of Commerce unveiled its 2022 Florida Chamber Legislative Report Card, showcasing grades earned by all 160 legislators in the Florida House and Senate based on their votes during the 2022 Legislative Session and Special Session D. “Working together as a unified business community is how we will keep Florida’s economy growing and competitive,” said Florida Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mark Wilson. “As Florida continues to pace the nation’s economic…

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2022 Florida Learners to Earners Solution Summit Unites Business Leaders Around Preparing Florida’s Future Workforce

In order to compete on a global stage, Florida’s economy must continue its forward momentum and not only create 1.62 million net new jobs by 2030, but ensure its future workforce is prepared to fill these positions – today’s learners are tomorrow’s earners. At the Florida Chamber Foundation’s 2022 Florida Learners to Earners Workforce Solution Summit, we will be exploring the unique opportunity Florida’s business community has to grow Florida from the 15th largest to…

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Small Business Spotlight: Tim Delay, JAX LNG

What does your business do? JAX LNG went into service in 2018 and is a small-scale liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility located on the St. John’s River in Jacksonville, FL. It employs about 15 people, with the benefits of being a small facility associated with a larger company. We currently have a liquefaction capacity of 120,000 gallons per day and on-site storage of two million gallons, though we have an expansion project nearing completion that…

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A Statement from Mark Wilson, Florida Chamber of Commerce President and CEO regarding the passage of SB 2D

“I applaud Governor Ron DeSantis’ leadership in calling this special session to stand up for consumers and continue tackling the root causes driving up property insurance rates. As Governor DeSantis rightly pointed out in his proclamation, it is clear Florida has a litigation problem that is costing Florida ratepayers when they can least afford it. The necessary lawsuit abuse reforms the Governor forged consensus around and put forth by Senator Boyd and Representative Trumbull in…

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Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses CFO Jimmy Patronis for Chief Financial Officer

The Florida Chamber of Commerce announced today that it has endorsed Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis in his re-election bid to remain Florida’s Chief Financial Officer. “The Florida Chamber of Commerce endorses Jimmy Patronis to continue serving as Florida’s Chief Financial Officer. Jimmy fought side by side with the Florida Chamber of Commerce to help local businesses reopen quickly,” said Florida Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mark Wilson. “Through his leadership he helped champion…

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Florida Chamber Continues Delivering Against 6-year Strategic Plan, Adds Horsepower with Three New Hires

The Executive Team at the Florida Chamber continues to be focused and intentional about the work being done toward accomplishing the goals of our 6-year, $105 million strategic plan and the continued talent acquisition necessary to achieve our mission. With that in mind, today we are announcing the continued growth of the Florida Chamber enterprise with the addition of three team members who will bring insight, analysis, experience and additional horsepower to our already strong…

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Florida Trade & Logistics 2030 Study Sets the Course for Florida’s Continued Leadership in Trade, Logistics, Exported-Oriented Manufacturing Activities, and Rural Economic Growth

As global supply chains change, Florida can be the big winner. A brand-new research report indicates Florida has the available capacity to move more goods, make more goods, and multiply these impacts throughout the economy. Globally competitive trade, logistics, and manufacturing sectors will diversify Florida’s economy, bringing new jobs, income and investment into the state. Florida can propel its economy to one of the top 10 worldwide, and today, with the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Florida…

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Small Business Spotlight: Scott Zimmerman, AGPM – A Green Property Manager

Have a Conversation with Scott Zimmerman, President of AGPM – A Green Property Manager What does your business do? Multifamily Housing – We specialize in the acquisition of general partnership and investor limited partnership, mostly affordably apartment communities with some conventional communities consisting of approximately 6000 units. We also specialize in the acquisition of debt secured by distressed rental apartment communities. We previously served as SEC-registered investment advisors in real estate. What’s your biggest concern…

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OPINION: Florida must address ‘public nuisance’ claims

-This Article was Originally Published in the Sarasota Herald-Tribune- Lawful businesses engaging in lawful conduct may find that they are subject to substantial liability based on an expansion and perversion of the centuries-old legal doctrine of public nuisance. Prodded by personal injury trial lawyers, some state and local governments are misusing “public nuisance” to manage and increase budget revenues by seeking damages from businesses for injuries to others beyond the control of the businesses. In…

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