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Business News March 2010

Member Announcements March 2010

March 2010 Member Announcements

Attend Bridging Communications - A panel Discussion Between Banking and Tech Companies

Join Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce Chairman, Eric Godet, and GTEC Thursday, April 1 from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. for a FREE symposium sponsored by the University of Florida Sid Martin Biotechnology Incubator. A panel of key leaders from both the banking and entrepreneurial tech community will engage each other, and the audience, to make progress toward improving communication and creating mutually-beneficial relationships. Space is limited. To RSVP, contact 386-462-0880 or pbreedlove@biotech.ufl.org. Click here for more information.

Friends of Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses Present “Magical Moments - A Luncheon and Fashion Show”

Enjoy a lunch buffet in High Springs at the Opera House of The Great Outdoors Restaurant Friday, April 16 at 11:30 a.m. Steinmart Department Store will be presenting “Spring Fashions Designed for Every Body and Every Budget." Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses, wearing tuxedos for the occasion, will greet guests on the Great Outdoors Patio and pose for photos. Magic, AARP Magazine's Most Heroic Pet in America, will be wearing her new tuxedo! There will be an auction of original artwork and other one-of-a-kind items and exciting door prizes. Proceeds will benefit Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses. Tickets are $25 and are available in advance at The Great Outdoors Restaurant, on-line at www.Horse-Therapy.org or by phone at 352-494-0784. If you would like to be a sponsor or donate an auction item, contact Gentle Carousel at 352-226-9009.

Attend Alachua County Legislative Day

Enjoy a full day of events, education and entertainment, and get a first-hand look at your government in action at Alachua County Legislative Day in Tallahassee Wednesday, April 14.  Registration is $45 and includes bus transportation, lunch and a souvenir group photo.  Rates for groups of 10 or more are $40 per person.  For more information, contact Janet Braden at 352-377-7635 or janet.braden@floridaea.org.

STOP CHILD ABUSE License Plate

In the time it takes to get in your car, fasten your seatbelt and pull out of your driveway, the Florida Child Abuse Hotline receives another call. Every three minutes another child’s abuse or neglect is reported. The “Stop Child Abuse” license plate helps prevent child abuse through programs by the Children’s Home Society of Florida and Florida Children’s Advocacy Centers. Every tag purchased provides another $25 to protect children. Join the drive against child abuse. Get your STOP CHILD ABUSE license plate today. Visit your local tag office or go to www.chsfl.org/stopchildabuselicenseplate for more information.

Premier Executive Launches New Successes and Site

Premier Executive, a full service marketing firm, is pleased to announce the launch of www.executive.premiercorporations.com. On the site, view top clientele, browse testimonials, learn about successes through campaign case studies and sign up for Market Mind, Premier’s monthly newsletter. As one of Gainesville’s only marketing newsletters, Market Mind will spotlight insightful business articles, feature hot products, highlight upcoming events and provide special savings. This fresh web look is only the beginning of Premier’s constant evolution. If you believe that the world of business is changing, your marketing plan should too. Visit www.executive.premiercorporations.com today.

The Plant Shoppe Offers Discount on Easter Flowers

The Plant Shoppe is excited to extend a 10 percent discount to Chamber member for Easter. Call 352-371-6249 or visit www.theplantshoppe.com. From Tulips to Peter Rabbit Teapots, we can put a little "spring" in your decorations. Mention Code "CHAMBER" to receive the discount.




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