AMAZING NEWS!!

Please join us as we honor and celebrate the promotion of our very own Director of Communications and Marketing, Anne Polo: creative extraordinaire, and our very own office saint. We couldn't be happier for her as she embarks on a new chapter as the Senior Marketing Manager for the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery!

Anne, your vivacious energy, sharp wit, unparalleled talent and knack for gracefully juggling all the things will be sorely be missed. You are a powerhouse, and you leave a legacy in your wake. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for blessing us all with your presence.

To quote President & CEO, Eric Godet,
Anne Polo has been an outstanding contributor, her extensive experience in strategic marketing and communication has been a source of inspiration for us all.

Anne has been an invaluable part of our team, serving as Director of Communications and Marketing for the past two years. Anne has demonstrated exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills, playing a pivotal role in our growth and success. Anne has consistently leveraged various platforms to maximize outreach, engage with our members, and enhance our brand presence.

While we will deeply miss her and her incredible work for the Chamber, we are excited to see her embark on this new chapter. Anne’s dedication and expertise have left an indelible mark on our Chamber, and we have no doubt she will continue to excel in her new role at the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

Please join us all in congratulating Anne on this well-deserved promotion and wishing her the best in her future endeavors!

To our fearless leader, bringer of Krispy Creme donuts, manager of chaos, herder of all the cats: HAPPY 6TH ANNIVERSARY! We are so grateful for all you do to make Gainesville Greater, Eric. Let's show him some love, GNV!

In case you missed the email on Friday, please take a moment to join us as we celebrate the promotion of Julianne Raymond Flinchum, who shall henceforth be known as our Director of Engagement and Leadership Programs! Julianne, on behalf of your Chamber family, we are SO proud of all you have accomplished, SO excited about the direction you will be taking us in, and SO grateful for the passion and professionalism with which you represent us!

To quote President & CEO, Eric Godet,
"This promotion reflects Julianne's exceptional contributions and expertise in leadership, public speaking, conflict resolution, program development, business development and community engagement.

Julianne has been with our organization for seven years, most recently serving as Director of Member Development and Program Director of the Greater Gainesville Young Professionals, where she played a crucial role in fostering community connections and enhancing the professional development of young leaders in our region.

Throughout her career with us, Julianne has consistently exhibited outstanding leadership. Her ability to inspire and motivate others, coupled with a strong commitment to fostering a collaborative work environment, has been instrumental in driving our organizational goals forward.

In addition to her leadership qualities, Julianne is exceptional when speaking at our events, conferences and community outreach functions. She represents our organization with confidence and clarity and her outstanding communications skills have strengthened our relationships with our members and enhanced our reputation within the community.

Julianne has been pivotal in developing and implementing innovative programs, expanding our reach and impact. Her strategic thinking and vision has helped with our business development, further solidifying our position with our members."

We've already celebrated him once this month, but, I mean, can we ever REALLY celebrate him too much? Nah. Please help us with a very happy 2 year anniversary to our Member Engagement Manager, Justin Clement! Thanks for hanging out with us this long, buddy, and thanks for all you do for our members!