Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce - Noteworthy August 2023

AUGUST 2023

NOTEWORTHY

An official publication of the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce

GRCC

From the Chair

GRCC Office: 6152 Delancey Station Street Suite 205 Riverview, FL 33578 www.riverviewchamber.com 813-234-5944

Office Hours:

Mon.-Thurs. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Fri. 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

GRCC Staff Ny'Kole "Nykki" Krivda, BSc., MBA-HRM President and Ceo Debbie Kirkland Director of Investor Relations Teri Perkins Director of Branding and Marketing Elizabeth Corn Event Coordinator Jennifer Sookoor Financial Administrator Tracy Wilson Director of Business Development

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It is that time of year when the start of school begins to stir emotions. Some are happy and excited to return to school. Others are a bit sad that summer was too short, not allowing enough time to spend with family before the regular routines restart. For GRCC, "Back to School" began with an AMAZING Teaching to Excellence event where our local teachers “got all that, and a bag of chips," and many of our members were able to showcase their businesses to hundreds of local educators with great publicity.

The GRCC routine continues to progress as our amazing team works their way through our annual agenda with the growth of the LEAD Program! Our first session is coming up on August 15th - it is not too late to join this inaugural class and I hear there is a discount available! Call the GRCC office for more information.

GRCC is updating our in-house CRM to Member Clicks in an effort to improve Investor usability and visibility with great new options and a stateof-the-art website! Please make sure you have updated all of your contact information prior to data transfer which will take place during the week of the 21st.

Stay informed of the latest Chamber news and happenings

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From the Chair

Do you Pod? Do you Cast? Podcast? Whatever it is called, the GRCC has added an Enhanced feature in our newly updated Membership Packages to highlight Investor business and/or promotional information to help spread the word about your organization. Please be sure to check out our new and improved membership options available now and upon renewal, and stay tuned for the new GRCC Podcast and sponsorship opportunities to get yourself and your business in front of the camera!

Hope to see you soon; until then stay cool!

OEL Heating & Cooling

Thank you!

STERLING MEMBERS

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Directory PAGE GRCC Board of Directors ______________________________________

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GRCC Ambassador Team ______________________________________

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New Opportunity ______________________________________________

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Sponsorship Opportunities ___________________________________

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Welcome New Members ______________________________________

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GRCC TCOB (Taking Care of Business) ________________________

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Chamber Happenings _________________________________________

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In the Know ___________________________________________________

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Save the Date _________________________________________________

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Renewing Members ___________________________________________

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Member Spotlight _____________________________________________

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Non-Profit Spotlight ___________________________________________

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Education and Training ________________________________________ 34 - 35 Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies ___________________________________ 36 - 38 GRCC Calendars _______________________________________________

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GRCC 2022 Award Winners ____________________________________

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GRCC Board of Directors

Chair of the Board Tammy See OEL Heating & Cooling

Treasurer Theresa Sharkey Your Pie

Past Chair Michael Broussard The Flying Locksmiths

Jim Johnson Board Emeritus

Christian Beiter Preservation 1st Financial Group

Dave Boyle YMCA Camp Cristina

Nikki Foster The Mosaic Company

Gabriel Mbulo Edward Jones

Kristi McCart McCart & Tesmer, P.A.

Dawn Myers Myers Law PA

Jason Newmyer AdventHealth-Riverview

Bill Short

Jeff Campbell

Lydansco Business Consulting Strategic Planning & Funding, LLC

Phil Minden

St. Joseph's Hospital-South

Elena Westrop Charity Clothing Pickup

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GRCC Ambassador Team

Annette Bilyeu

Chris Nelson

Cora Simon

Craig Beckinger

Spectrum Business

LegalShield Christina Nelson

Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant

An ABC Event, Inc.

Dawn Myers

Elena Westrop

Jen Friedrichsen

Jenn King

Charity Clothing Pickup

T & J Painting, LLC

Jenn King Bookkeeping

Joe Eletto

Joe Nichols

RYT IT Solutions Riverview Woman's Club

Century 21 Beggins

trax - Credit Union

Lisa Jordan

Lisa Tackus

Melissa Canfield

Melissa Hartmann

Align Right Realty Riverview

Grease Monkey

Myers Law PA

Jennifer Montgomery

Accent American, Inc.

Jill Jofko

Osprey Observer

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GRCC Ambassador Team

Melissa Roberts

Michael Beiter

Mike Jones

Pat Magruder

Woodie's Wash Shack

Preservation 1st Financial Group

FL DOE Vocational Rehabilitation

Magruder Agency

Paulette Y. Merchant

Renee Scott

Richard Rohde

Ron Akers

Renee Scott Insurance

R Processor, Inc.

FruxPay

Keller Williams South Shore

Tammy Dotson

Tammy See

Time 2 S.H.I.N.E. Consulting

OEL Heating & Cooling

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GRCC Ambassador Team Congratulations to the GRCC Ambassador of the Month, Craig Beckinger with ABC Event Planning.

Beautifully-designed events for any occasion. Whether you're looking to plan your ideal wedding, an upcoming business conference, a fundraiser, or any other type of event, ABC Event Planning has the knowledge and expertise you'll need to see it through.

For more information, visit https://www.abceventplanning.com

Are you interested in becoming an Ambassador?

Ambassadors are highly visible, prestigious volunteers who serve as the Chamber's primary liaison to Chamber members. Considered the goodwill arm of the Chamber, the Ambassador Team plays an essential role in member recruitment, communication, and retention. Each Ambassador is charged with conveying member needs, questions, and concerns to Chamber staff, keeping our Chamber in line with our members' desires. Each Ambassador makes a commitment to build lasting relationships with the community in order to build a loyal, committed membership base that will continue to support, participate, and invest in the Chamber.

If you are interested in being an Ambassador or would like more information, please contact Debbie today at (813) 234-5944 / Debbie@RiverviewChamber.com

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NEW Opportunity!

Would you like to be featured on the NEW Chamber Podcast? Step in front of the camera and chat with Chamber staff as we get your business out in front of 6,000+ followers on social media!

For more information, contact the GRCC office and be some of the first to get on the schedule for this new Chamber feature!

Thank You!

TRUSTEE MEMBERS

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Sponsorship Opportunities GRCC Monthly Membership Luncheons

LUNCHEON SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Sponsoring a Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Event is one of the best marketing opportunities in which your company can invest. Businesses can achieve brand association with our established Chamber events, while benefitting from the event publicity and engaging new business relationships. There are many types of sponsorships available from the monthly GRCC Luncheons, Signature Event sponsorships, or sponsoring a specific program such as the Leadership, Education, and Development Program (LEAD).

Benefits of Sponsorship • Showcase your business to your target market • Market your business cost-effectively • Establish name recognition for your business • Gain a competitive advantage with exposure to other members • Help to support the Chamber and local business community

PRESENTING LUNCHEON SPONSOR/$2,000 (EXCLUSIVE) Company logo/name on event page, email invitation, weekly newsletter, monthly newsletter, and social media Recognition at the luncheon Dedicated social media post Opportunity to address attendees live or show a promotional video less than two minutes in length Additional opportunity to provide guest speaker On site marketing/vendor table Opportunity to put promotional materials at each place setting Recognized on post event email to all attendees - includes link to website Eight (8) admissions to luncheon Dates are booked on a first-come, first served basis. Sponsorships are non-refundable and must be paid in full within 30 days of invoice To secure your place as a sponsor, please contact the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce at 813-234-5944 or events@riverviewchamber.com

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Sponsorship Opportunities GRCC Monthly Membership Luncheons

LUNCHEON SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES LUNCHEON SPONSOR/$1,000 (ONE AVAILABLE PER EVENT, SHARED WITH FOUR $250 SPONSORS) Company logo/name on event page, email invitation, weekly newsletter, monthly newsletter, and social media Recognition at the luncheon Dedicated social media post Opportunity to address attendees live or show a promotional video less than two minutes in length Additional opportunity to introduce guest speaker On site marketing/vendor table Opportunity to put promotional materials at each place setting Recognized on post event email to all attendees - includes link to website Four (4) admissions to luncheon

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LUNCHEON SPONSOR/$250 (FOUR AVAILABLE PER EVENT) Company logo/name on event page, email invitation, weekly newsletter, monthly newsletter, and social media Recognition at the luncheon Dedicated social media post Opportunity to address attendees for 1 minute On site marketing/vendor table Opportunity to put promotional materials at each place setting Recognized on post event email to all attendees - includes link to website Two (2) admissions to luncheon Dates are booked on a first-come, first served basis. Sponsorships are non-refundable and must be paid in full within 30 days of invoice To secure your place as a sponsor, please contact the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce at 813-234-5944 or events@riverviewchamber.com

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Sponsorship Opportunities GRCC Signature Events

EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES SIGNATURE EVENT SPONSORSHIPS

ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER

ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

TEACHING TO EXCELLENCE

Sponsorship Levels: $3,500 (Presenting Sponsor) $1,000 $700 $250

Sponsorship Levels: $1,000 $595 $500 $495 $395 $125

Sponsorship Levels: $3,000 (Presenting Sponsor) $1,000 $500 $250 $150 $100

LEGISLATIVE WRAP UP

POLITICAL FORUM

Sponsorship Levels: $3,000 (Presenting Sponsor)

Sponsorship Levels: $2,500 (Presenting Sponsor) $1,500 $1,000 $500

FALL BUSINESS EXPO Sponsorship Levels:

LEAD - Leadership, Education, and Development Program

$3,000 (Presenting Sponsor) $1,000 $500 $250 $150 $100

Sponsorship Levels: $3,500 (Presenting Sponsor) $2,500 $1,500

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Welcome New Members!

2nd Amendment Armory Ted Martin and Chris Gay 2ndamendmentarmory.com

Atkins Fick Group Tom Atkins atkinsfick.com

Dawn Gittens, Realtor Coldwell Banker Realty dawngrantcbflorida.sites.cbmoxi.com

Encore Nail Bar Sandy Madramootoo encore-nail-bar.business.site

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Welcome New Members!

Kingdom Pet Doctor House Calls Jenese Williams kingdompethospital.com

Mary Lou Cuellar for County Court Judge, Group 15

ServPro of NE Hillsborough County/Plant City Scott Hollenbeck servpro.com

Tampa Bay Times Cynthia Miller tampabay.com

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Chamber Happenings

GRCC Hosts 2023 Teaching to Excellence On Thursday, August 3rd, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual Teaching to Excellence Event at the beautiful Winthrop Barn Theatre, celebrating teachers from local Riverview schools by showering them with school supplies to help kick off school year. With a "Back to the 90's" theme, GRCC businesses manned supply stops for the teachers to pass by and collect supplies provided by the GRCC members. Many raffle baskets were given away during the celebration, and Teachers of the Year were gifted a bottle of wine. Special awards will be delivered to the Teachers of the Year at their schools by GRCC members in the coming weeks for even further recognition of their honor! The year's Summa Cum Laude presenting sponsor was AdventHealth Riverview.

Valedictorian sponsors included Huntington Learning Center, Board & Brush, Suncoast Credit Union, and The Mosaic Company.

The 90's theme was expertly carried out with decor by Craig Beckinger with ABC Events Planning. Beautiful backdrops with graffitti art were done by Erin Redline with Chill Cawfee. Providing the delicious food for the morning were GRCC members, Chill Cawfee, Nothing Bundt Cakes, and Chick-fil-A Riverview.

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Chamber Happenings Chairing the event this year were GRCC Board Members Kristi McCart with McCart & Tesmer, and Jeff Campbell with Lydansco Fractional CFO & Commercial Lending, LLC. Additional sponsors included the following Principal List Sponsors: An ABC Event, Inc., Hillsborough Community College Brandon Campus, Impact Taekwondo Center, MaryLou Cuellar for County Court Judge, Group 15, Robert Bauman, Circuit Court Judge, Group 34, and The Regent.

Thank you to our partners, Doogie Entertainment, Fancy That Specialty Linens, and photography by Nadere Johnson with Nadere's Photography.

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Chamber Happenings

Mary Lou Cuellar for County Court Judge, Group 15

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Chamber Happenings

Robert Bauman, Circuit Court Judge, Group 34

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Chamber Happenings

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Chamber Happenings GRCC Hosts Monthly Meeting Luncheon "A Little Taste of GRCC!" The Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) hosted their Monthly Membership Meeting on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at the beautiful Winthrop Barn Theatre in Riverview. A delicious lunch was beautifully displayed and served by several of the GRCC food and beverage members, giving the attendees a "Little Taste of GRCC!" Participants included Bahama Breeze, BubbaQue's, Fred's Market, LeAnne's Old Fashioned Cookies, McAlister's Deli, Mi Cafecito, Sedd's Edible Creations, Twisted Sugar, and Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q. Craig Swartz of Redeemer Church delivered the day’s Invocation to begin the meeting. Leading the attendees this month in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance was the GRCC Military Affairs Committee Co-Leader, Joe Eletto of Century 21 Beggins.

GRCC Chair of the Board, Tammy See of OEL Heating and Cooling, started the meeting by welcoming the crowd, recognizing the past Presidents and Board Chairs of Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce, as well as the current Board of Directors who were in attendance. She continued by having all visitors stand and introduce themselves. Special thanks were given to the audio and visual support for the luncheon provided by DJ Seth Dugan, Doogie Entertainment; photography

by Gerardo Luna Photographs; and linens provided by Susan Williams of Fancy That Specialty Linens.

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Chamber Happenings GRCC Past Chair, Michael Broussard of The Flying Locksmiths, introduced and thanked the 25 renewing members. Representatives from each of the participating restaurants were spotlighted and each were given the opportunity to address the crowd and share information about their businesses. GRCC Ambassador, Paulette Merchant, Realtor, Keller Williams South Shore, then addressed the crowd, encouraging participation in the upcoming Teaching to Excellence Event.

GRCC Ambassador, Lisa Tackus with Align Right Realty Riverview, welcomed and recognized 8 new members to the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce: 2nd Amendment Armory Atkins Fick Group, Inc. Dawn Gittens - Realtor Encore Nail Bar Kingdom Pet Doctor House Calls Mary Lou Cuellar for County Court Judge, Group 15 ServPro of NE Hillsborough County/Plant City Tampa Bay Times The meeting ended with a few of the GRCC Ambassadors handing out the door prizes and the 50/50 raffle drawing. For more information regarding the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce, or upcoming Chamber and community events, visit www.riverviewchamber.com.

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In the Know Florida Chamber of Commerce Florida Scorecard From the Florida Chamber of Commerce website, The Florida Scorecard™ is a dynamic online tool that identifies and tracks key metrics that are important to Florida’s economy today and into the future. The Florida Scorecard gives stakeholders the power to measure progress on a statewide level and within their own communities. Check back often as this information is updated regularly. Click image below to visit the FCC Scorecard.

Hillsborough County Economic Development Report This information is collected and published to assist the business community with data relevant to evaluate the dynamic economic ecosystem and workforce potential Hillsborough County has to offer. Contact the Economic Development Department’s Corporate Business Development/Business Intelligence team at (813) 272-5560 with any questions or to provide feedback on this report. Click Hillsborough County logo above to obtain reports.

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In the Know Connections

by Debbie Kirkland, Director of Investor Relations Are you a one-and-done person? Did you perhaps say, “I went, nothing happened"? Don’t give up so easily!

According to experts, you will likely have to connect with a prospective client 5 – 8 times before they decide to consider your offering. If it feels like John Boy has all the connections in the room, it may be because he has been working on them for YEARS. That doesn’t mean that you can’t accumulate the same connections. It just means you have to be patient.

It’s a bit like starting a diet. Some people want to hit it hard and fast and accumulate those numbers in the first month or two. Others like to take the slower, gentler approach. You have to find the style that is best for you when it comes to acquiring those connections, but remember - patience. No one likes to encounter a bull in a china shop.

Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) provides many opportunities for you to find your style. Whether it is at TCOB, a luncheon, or a Ribbon Cutting, inperson connections can be your strongest. The other person gets to see your face, look you in the eye, hear your words, and read your body language. We also know that not everyone has the ability to make multiple in-person connections, and GRCC can also help you behind the scenes.

Perhaps you can manage an in-person event if it is on your schedule? If that is the case, consider hosting a GRCC facilitated event (Open House, After Hours, Ribbon Cutting) at your location and time of choice. You can also ask any of your GRCC staff to provide an electronic introduction to a particular member(s) you have been looking to meet, and then you can schedule a meeting that is convenient for you.

Others need to just make sure their name gets seen and recognized to make their connections. GRCC can help in this arena as well. Being a sponsor of a GRCC event is a terrific way for people to connect with your business name and know that you

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In the Know are a supporter of your community. GRCC also offers advertising opportunities in our monthly digital newsletter to get your name seen. Plus, there are many other great advertising opportunities being discussed and formulated currently with our NEW CEO/President Ny’kole Krivda on deck. Be sure to stay tuned and take advantage of some of these great connection tools coming your way.

Remember – Rome wasn’t built in a day, but GRCC can help build your Connections!!

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In the Know ECONOMIC VIEWPOINTS Prices Rose 3.2% Annually in July

by Curtis Dubay Chief Economist, U.S. Chamber

The Consumer Price Index (CPI), the broadest measure of consumer prices, rose 3.2% annually in July. That is up from June when it was 3%, but well down from the peak of 8.8% in June 2022.

On a monthly basis, inflation rose 0.2% from June to July, the same rate as from May to June.

Why it matters: We are still far from getting inflation down to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target.

Big picture: Core prices, which strip out volatile elements like food and energy, rose 4.7% on an annual basis and 0.2% from June to July. This is the metric the Fed looks at most closely, and it is still very high and hasn’t come down much since the Fed started raising interest rates in March 2022.

The stickiness of the core data likely means the Fed will have to keep future rate hikes on the table.

Other key data points: Energy prices fell 13% because of a 20% drop in gas prices. Electricity rose by 3%.

Food at home (groceries) prices rose 0.3% in July and are up 3.6% annually.

Housing rose 7.7% on an annual basis.

Used cars were down 5.6% from a year ago, but new cars were up 3.5%.

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Save the Date!

Aug. 15th - Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) is excited to sponsor the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce’s new Leadership, Education, And Development (LEAD) Program.

Session One - Identifying the Importance of Effective Communication Click image to register for LEAD Program today!

Join members and guests of GRCC for our Monthly Membership Meeting Luncheon at the Winthrop Barn Theatre. This monthly event is always a GREAT networking opportunity!

Thank you to this month's sponsor, St. Joseph's Hospital-South.

Click image to register for GRCC luncheon today!

Advanced registration and payment requested. Seating is limited and nonrefundable.

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Thank you Renewing Members!

15 YEARS

3 YEARS

Suncoast Credit Union - Riverview Service Center

Alicia Whiting Bozich SBWH

Canine Cabana LLC 10 YEARS American Water & Windows 9 YEARS Pavemaster Asphalt Paving LLC

Acropolis Restaurant of Riverview LLC The Frank Santini Law Firm 2 YEARS Gerardo Luna Photographs 1 YEARS

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Cookson Hills Family Ministries of Florida, Inc.

The Grove at Southshore

Dustin Robinson

7 YEARS

Apollo Beach Society Wine Bar

CareerSource Tampa Bay

APEX Franchise Consulting

Align Right Realty Riverview

Jenn King Bookkeeping, LLC

Secure Pro, LLC

Jeremy & Rebecca Lennard

6 YEARS

Missy Lennard

Grow Financial Federal Credit Union

Emilie Robinson

Healthy Bodies Medical and Dental Center 5 YEARS McCullagh & Scott McCart & Tesmer, P.A. 4 YEARS Cora Simon - Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant

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r e b m Me ht g i l t o Sp Riverview Tire and Auto Service joined the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce in 2016. They are a family owned business delivering honest and professional automotive repair and maintenance services to the people of Riverview and surrounding areas. The quality ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified technicians at Riverview Tire & Auto Service employ today’s latest automotive technology and are equipped to handle all major and minor repairs on foreign and domestic vehicles.

Riverview Tire & Auto Service is a certified NAPA AutoCare Center; they are able to provide the benefits of an established national entity while maintaining the personal touch of a family-owned business. They understand that your vehicle is a major investment, and that is why they care for each customer’s vehicle as if it were their own.

For expert auto care, visit Riverview Tire and Auto and their clean and professional shop in Riverview, Florida.

For more information, visit https://www.riverviewtirefl.com/

The Flying Locksmiths became a member of the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce in 2017. The Flying Locksmiths are commercial locksmiths and security system installers offering the newest products with a friendly, neighborly smile. The mission of the company is simple: provide top of the line security, utilizing all means of communication, while staying true to family values.

The Flying Locksmiths provide more than just traditional commercial locksmith services; their focus is also on exceptional customer service and incorporating the latest high-tech access control products that has made them the gold standard in national service delivery for door security systems and 24-hour commercial locksmith support. As their tagline says, "If it's on a door, we handle it!"

Deciding on the best electronic locks, access control and security systems for your business can be challenging.

Contact The Flying Locksmiths today, and let them help you plan the perfect security solution for your needs!

For more information, visit http://www.flyinglocksmiths.com

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fit o r P Non ht g i l t o Sp C.A.R.E. (Critter Adoption and Rescue Effort, Inc.) joined the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce in 2010. C.A.R.E. is a nonprofit, no-kill animal shelter in Ruskin, Florida. They are local to the South Shore area and serve the entire Tampa Bay region.

C.A.R.E.'s mission is to reduce the homeless pet population.

Easterseals Florida is a newer member of the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce, having joined in January of 2023. Easterseals strives to lead the way to 100% equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities, families and communities by enriching education, enhancing health, expanding employment, and elevating community.

With a mission of rescuing, rehabilitating, and adopting stray and owner relinquished animals, C.A.R.E. opened a small, 3 acre shelter in Ruskin in 2001. Over the ensuing years, C.A.R.E. has added an Isolation Care Unit for newly arrived cats, a large new cat facility and a small breed dog addition to allow the smaller dogs to be separated from the larger dogs.

Easterseals Florida provides exceptional services, education, outreach, and advocacy so that people living with autism and other disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities. Easterseals Florida offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals.

C.A.R.E. is a volunteer organization and is funded totally by donations, adoption fees, fundraisers and small grants. Volunteers support our animals by giving over 17,000 hours of their time, effort and love each year to care for and help adopt our pets.

For more information, visit https://www.careshelter.org/

Programs offered include child development centers, adult day health care, fully accessible recreational camp, employment, Early Steps, and education. Easterseals Florida's services assist children and adults with autism, development delays, dementia, Alzheimers, and other disabilities.

For more information, visit http://www.easterseals.com/florida

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Education and Training

Aug. 22 - Nonprofit Leadership Roundtable Aug. 16 - Understanding Business Cash Flow Management

Aug. 24 - Safety and Risk Management - Protect Your Business and People

Sept. 19 - LEAD Program Session Two - Managing Change and Innovation

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Education and Training The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Hillsborough County assists existing and emerging businesses in Hillsborough County, through no-cost confidential business consulting, information, and low-cost training.

Appointments available at the GRCC office every Thursday between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

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Ribbon Cuttings

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings Aug. 16 - Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Bubble Down Car Wash Aug. 24 - Grand Re-Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Fast Frame of Winthrop Aug. 26 - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for 20th Anniversary of Ace Hardware Aug. 31 - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for The Sunrise Group Sept. 8 - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for 1st Anniversary of Checkmate Escape Rooms

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Ribbon Cuttings

Meals on Wheels of Tampa Tuesday, July 18

Rhodine Fire Station Monday, July 24

The UPS Store #7605 Wednesday, July 19

Weichert Realtors - Nexon Tuesday, July 25

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Ribbon Cuttings

Coastal Cafe Wednesday, July 26

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August

Chamber Calendar

15 LEAD Session One - Identifying the Importance of Effective Communication 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 16 Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Bubble Down Car Wash 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM 16 SBDC Workshop - Cash Flow Management 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 17 Taking Care of Business 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM 22 GRCC Monthly Meeting Luncheon 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 23 TCOB Committee Meeting 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM 24 Taking Care of Business 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM 24 Grand Re-Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Fast Frame of Winthrop 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM 26 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for 20th Anniversary of Ace Hardware 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 30 GRCC Investor360 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 31 Taking Care of Business 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM 31 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Sunrise Group 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Chamber Calendar

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Taking Care of Business 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM 8 GRCC Military Affairs Committee Meeting 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM 8 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for 1st Anniversary of Checkmates Escape Rooms 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 12 TCOB Tuesday 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 14 Taking Care of Business 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM 19 LEAD Program - Session Two - Managing Change and Innovation 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 20 SBDC Workshop 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 21 Taking Care of Business 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM 26 GRCC Monthly Meeting Luncheon 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 27 TCOB Committee Meeting 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM 28 Taking Care of Business 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

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