Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce - Noteworthy July 2023

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

Do you remember the name of your favorite teacher? One of mine was Ms. Robertson who had a wood block with very stiff wiring that held four or five pieces of chalk. With the chalk held securely in place, Ms. Robertson could easily get lines that would always be perfectly parallel and equidistant from one another to aid in teaching students to write. I wanted one! It was that unique little tool that launched my desire to become an educator!

Elizabeth Corn Event Coordinator

With summer in full swing, it is hard to think about the upcoming school year. After spending over 15 years in the world of education, I speak from experience in saying for a teacher, that is exactly what is on their mind. The anticipation of the new year is both exciting and daunting. You see, teachers fulfill not only the educational needs of our children, but they are also called to be nurturers of hearts and minds, providers of supplies and food, advisors of wellness and social relations…the list is endless when you consider 5 days a week, they spend more waking hours with our children than we do. Most complete the task with the endless love of a servant’s heart regardless of the lack of adequate salary and resources.

But we can help!

Ny'Kole "Nykki" Krivda, BSc., MBA-HRM President and Ceo

Debbie Kirkland Director of Investor Relations

Teri Perkins Director of Branding and Marketing

Jennifer Sookoor Financial Administrator

Tracy Wilson Director of Business Development

Each year, the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) hosts the Teaching to Excellence celebration. The purpose of this event is to welcome the teachers new to Riverview's local schools. We give them various supplies they would oftentimes personally purchase to hand out to students as the need arises. To achieve this goal, we need event sponsors and Teacher Supply Stops, a great opportunity to showcase your business to 350+ members of the community! If you just want to donate, any supplies can be dropped off at the Chamber office, and we will ensure the distribution. We have also created the Teaching to Excellence Amazon Wishlist. And, if you would like to volunteer, we would love to have you join us setting up on Wednesday, Aug. 2nd, or for the event on Thursday Aug 3, 2023, from 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM at the Barn at Winthrop.

Be blessed and enjoy the remainder of your summer! Thank

OEL Heating & Cooling

STERLINGMEMBERS

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

Jeff Campbell Lydansco Business Consulting Strategic Planning & Funding, LLC

Nikki Foster The Mosaic Company

Gabriel Mbulo Edward Jones

Kristi McCart McCart & Tesmer, P.A.

Phil Minden St. Joseph's Hospital-South

Dawn Myers Myers Law PA

Jason Newmyer AdventHealth-Riverview

Bill Short Elena Westrop Charity Clothing Pickup

assador Team

Dawn Myers Myers Law PA

Jenn King

Jenn King Bookkeeping

Cora Simon

Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant

Annette Bilyeu Spectrum Business

Elena Westrop Charity Clothing Pickup

Jennifer Montgomery RYT IT Solutions

Chris Nelson LegalShieldChristina Nelson

Craig Beckinger An ABC Event, Inc.

Jen Friedrichsen T & J Painting, LLC

Jill Jofko Riverview Woman's Club

Joe Eletto Century 21 Beggins Joe Nichols trax - Credit Union

Lisa Jordan Accent American, Inc.

Lisa Tackus

Align Right Realty Riverview

Melissa Canfield Grease Monkey

Melissa Hartmann Osprey Observer

assador Team

Paulette Y. Merchant Keller Williams South Shore

Renee Scott Renee Scott Insurance

Melissa Roberts Woodie's Wash Shack

Michael Beiter Preservation 1st Financial Group

Mike Jones

FL DOE Vocational Rehabilitation

Pat Magruder Magruder Agency

Richard Rohde R Processor, Inc.

Ron Akers FruxPay

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

Tammy See OEL Heating & Cooling

assador Team

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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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Please consider making a donation of paper for the 2023 GRCC Teaching to Excellence Event, or a new, unwrapped toy for the St. Joseph Hospital South Toy Drive! These items can be dropped off at the GRCC office.

ThankYou!

TRUSTEEMEMBERS

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

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

LUNCHEON SPONSOR/$250 (FOUR AVAILABLE PER EVENT

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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

Sponsorship Opportunities

TEACHING TO EXCELLENCE

Sponsorship

LEGISLATIVE

Sponsorship Levels: $3,000 (Presenting Sponsor)

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

LEAD - Leadership, Education, and Development Program

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

GRCC Launches Inaugural Leadership, Education, and Development (LEAD) Program

On Friday, June 23rd, with much excitement, the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce hosted a special luncheon at the Winthrop Barn Theatre to present the launch of their new Leadership, Education, and Development Program (LEAD). Lead sponsor of the program, Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA), was strongly represented by the attendance of Keynote Speaker, Greg Slater, Executive Director and CEO; Brian Ramirez, Project Manager; Keisha Boyd Pickett, newly appointed Director of Communications, Strategy, and Community Engagement; Tiana Hill, Business Operations Manager; and Frederick Pekala, Toll Operations Specialist. GRCC was also thrilled to have, representing the Gold Sponsor of the program, Suncoast Credit Union Leadership Development Manager, Alexander Savon; and Suncoast Credit Union Branch Manager (Riverview), Kendra Wilson.

The Launch Luncheon began with Ny’Kole Krivda, CEO & President of the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce, welcoming the full room of attendees, thanking the sponsors of the program, and introducing Slater of THEA, with a tribute of his many accomplishments throughout

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his career. Slater then addressed the crowd, discussing "The Road to Leadership". As an experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in all aspects of transportation, Slater is passionate about innovation, a system focus, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. Krivda presented him with a plaque from GRCC, commemorating their gratitude for THEA’s partnership and support within our great community.

Guests enjoyed a delicious lunch catered by the talented Adam Harris with Coastal Catering. Guests were also treated to specialty cookies beautifully decorated with the LEAD logo and the GRCC logo, from Chip-in Cookie Company. Krivda proceeded to thank GRCC’s partners for the event: Nadere Photography, Doogie Entertainment, Fancy That Specialty Linens, and Winthrop Barn Theatre.

At the conclusion of lunch, Krivda once again addressed the crowd with the introduction of the LEAD Program. She explained that it is designed to truly educate and advance your career possibilities, and not just serve as a “meet & greet” or “show & tell” type program. There will be eight (8) total sessions, one per month, and attendees will be required to complete at least 6 of the 8 sessions for certification. Participants will need to successfully complete a Program Assessment, upon which they will receive Certification by Credly, powered by Pearson.

Krivda then introduced the distinguished panel of mentors who will be leading the program: Dave Boyle, Executive Director of YMCA Camp Cristina; Gabriel Mbulo, MBA, Financial Advisor – Edward Jones; Alexander Savon, Leadership Development Manager, Suncoast Credit Union; Jeff Campbell, Fractional CFO and Commercial Loan Broker; Brian Ramirez,

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Project Manager, Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority; Ma. Isabella Rosal, LBBP, 7th Sky Ventures, Tampa Bay Rum Society, and Battle Tampa Bay; Robert Pierce, III, Business Consultant, Florida Small Business Development Center; and Krivda, Bsc., MBA-HRM, CEO & President of Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce.

As the Panel of Mentors were introduced, each mentor’s credentials and outstanding backgrounds with extensive experience and expertise were individually highlighted. Following the introductions, each mentor spoke to their individual course and what they planned to cover within the course, and what they hoped the attendees would gain. The Panel accepted questions from the audience until the program ended with attendees being encouraged to register for this exciting program.

If you would like to register for the GRCC LEAD Program, please visit the GRCC website at www.riverviewchamber.com, or call the office with any questions you may have – 813-234-5944. You do not have to be a member of the Chamber to participate in this Leadership, Education, and Development Program.

GRCC Hosts Monthly Meeting Luncheon Sponsored

by Spectrum Reach

The Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) hosted their Monthly Membership Meeting on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at the beautiful Winthrop Barn Theatre in Riverview. A delicious lunch was beautifully displayed and served by 3 C’s Catering, and Bob Sharp of Cookson Hills Family Ministries of Florida 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 CoLeader, Rich Rohde of R Processor, Inc. Mr. Rohde then introduced the military honoree for this month, James Boehm, retired Launch Control Officer for U.S. Air Force’s Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Weapon System.

GRCC Director of Investor Relations, Debbie Kirkland, 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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The sponsor for this month’s luncheon was Spectrum Reach. Annette Bilyeu addressed the crowd on behalf of Spectrum, followed by an introduction of the event’s keynote speaker, Ashley Sanchez, Bay New 9 Sales Manager. Ashley shared with the crowd many outstanding statistics on the reach and services of Spectrum, along with ways that business should consider advertising.

GRCC Board Member, Christian Beiter with Preservation 1st Financial Group, welcomed and recognized renewing members during the luncheon, and GRCC Ambassador, Lisa Jordan, Accent American, welcomed 22 new members to the Chamber with much appreciation:

Anytime Fitness - US 301 - Ilda Santos-Lavine

Core Solutions Group LLC - Billie Welchman

Crossroads Ace Hardware – Lithia - Howell Hunt

Crowned By Tay Consulting LLC - Shante Torres

Dave Lechuga - Florida Executive Realty

Dave Snell State Farm Agency - Dave Snell

Dave Snell State Farm Agency - Apollo Beach - Dave Snell

Fast Frame of Winthrop - Aki Weaver

Fatburger - Purvi Lakhan

Glam Yourself by Jenny Aesthetics, LLC - Jenny Ocampo

Jeanette Johnson -The KKG Team @ Keller Williams Suburban Tampa

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Laura Crank

Lifestyle International Realty - Luis Chaparro

Mi Cafecito - Daniel Martinez

Prestige Health & Wellness - Louisana Louis

QueenBee's Storage - Gloria Arroyo

Romi's Tacos - Jesus Nunes

Sherwin Williams - Brandon Leitinen

TAD Leathers LLC - Ted Davis

Uptown Cheapskate - Amber Watt

Veteran Approved Network (VAN) - Toni Hedstrom

WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Nexon Office - Han Bautista

Delanie Dennis made a surprise appearance and spoke to the crowd regarding RVR Horse Rescue, and her continued efforts in raising funds for pet rescues. Kristi McCart with McCart & Tesmer addressed the crowd showcasing the upcoming Teaching to Excellence Event in August and the many ways the members can support the event, either through supplying paper, school supplies, or sponsoring the event. Debbie Kirkland then spoke regarding the LEAD Program, GRCC’s inaugural Leadership, Education, and Development Program. The luncheon ended with many door prizes being handed out to lucky winners.

For more information regarding the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce, or upcoming Chamber and community events, visit www.riverviewchamber.com.

Florida Chamber of CommerceFlorida Scorecard

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In the Know

More Than 200 New Florida Laws in Effect July 1, 2023

As of July 1st, 2023, more than 200 new Florida laws went into effect. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a sundry of bills on education, transgender health care, insurance, immigration and more. Listed below are a few of the bills that could have a direct effect on our local businesses. The information provided is for your review, please take a look at the full law for a full summary. You can find the complete list of all new Florida laws use the link below:

https://www.flsenate.gov/Committees/BillSummaries/2023/

MONEY, BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

Advertisements for Legal Services, HB 1205 Specifies prohibited practices relating to advertisements for legal services; requires persons & entities that issue advertisements for legal services to solicit clients to include specified information & statements in such advertisements; prohibits use, obtaining, sale, transfer, or disclosure of consumer's protected health information for specified purpose without written authorization; provides violations are deemed deceptive & unfair trade practices. (Related: SB 1246)

Commercial Financing Product Brokers and Providers, HB 1353 Requires providers that consummate commercial financing transactions to provide specified written disclosures; prohibits brokers from taking specified actions; provides exclusive authority of Attorney General to enforce specified provisions.

In the Know

The bill:

Creates Part XIII of ch. 599, F.S., entitled “Florida Commercial Financing Disclosure Law;”

·Provides definitions for and establishes the scope of Part XIII;

·Requires certain disclosures by commercial financing transaction providers;

·Prohibits brokers from engaging in certain activities; and

·Grants the Attorney General exclusive authority to enforce Part XIII.

The bill will have an indeterminate impact on state expenditures and may have an indeterminate, but likely insignificant, impact on the private sector. (Related: SB 1624)

Consumer Protection, HB 1185

Authorizes mortgage lenders to transact business from branch offices & remote locations; provides requirement for operating remote locations; provides requirements for organizers of crowd-funding campaigns relating to disasters & crowd-funding platforms; prohibits money services business from cashing corporate checks for payee in excess of workers' compensation policy coverage amounts. (Related: SB 1398)

Immigration SB 1718 - Private employers with 25 or more employees will use the E-Verify system for new employees (the bill retains the current law requirements for public employers and contractors and subcontractors thereof to use the E-Verify system). Companion bill: HB 1617

Department of Business and Professional Regulation, HB 869 Revises requirements for mold assessment and remediation & asbestos consultant's licenses; requires licensees & licensed agents to provide Division of Hotels & Restaurants with e-mail addresses at which they can be contacted; authorizes division to send notices & inspection reports by e-mail; revises guest register maintenance requirements for transient establishment operators; removes limitation on types of boxing exhibitions which require maximum difference in participant weights; authorizes Florida Building Commission to delay effective date of energy provisions of Florida Building Code; authorizes package stores to sell nicotine products; revises disclosure requirements for multisite timeshare plan public offering statements. (Related: SB 782)

Licensing Fee Relief, HB 1091 Waives portion of initial license application fee & renewal fees for certain licenses; provides maximum waiver; provides expiration. For each professional licensed, DBPR charges an initial license fee and license renewal fee set by statute and the applicable board, or by DBPR if there is no board for the profession. DBPR also imposes a $5 unlicensed activity fee on each occupational license, in order to fund efforts to combat unlicensed activity. Certain professions also require background checks, which requires a separate fee to an outside contractor.

The bill requires DBPR to waive, for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 fiscal years:

·50 percent of the initial licensing fee for an applicant applying for an initial license, with such waiver limited to a maximum of $200 per year per license.

·50 percent of a licensee's license renewal fee, with such waiver limited to a maximum of $200 per year per license. (Related: SB 7046)

Taxation, HB 7063 Revises provisions related to taxation including tourist tax reimbursement, homestead exemptions, exemptions for religious & educational property, refunds of certain property taxes, discretionary sales surtaxes, taxes on certain loans, surtaxes found to be unconstitutional, exemptions from sales & use taxes, tax on rental & license fees, tax credits for certain systems & equipment & Strong Families tax credits. (Related: SB 7062)

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! This month's luncheon showcases some of our great restaurants!

Advanced registration and payment requested. Seating is limited and non-refundable.

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

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Click image to register for LEAD Program today!

Each year, the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) rallies the community to present the Teaching to Excellence celebration. The purpose of this event is to warmly welcome the teachers new to the Riverview community from Riverview's public, private, and charter schools; and also to honor each of these school's Teachers of the Year.

A special thank you to our Summa Cum Laude sponsor, AdventHealth Riverview, and our Valedictorian sponsor, Huntington Learning Center Bloomingdale!

Please review the Sponsorship opportunities listed on the following page. If you would like to participate in this amazing community event as a sponsor, or if you have any questions, please contact GRCC at 813-234-5944 Supporting

2023 Teaching to Excellence

Boyette Animal Hospital

Tampa Electric Co. (TECO)

R Processor, Inc.

A-Fabco, Inc.

Osprey Observer

L&M Insurance Group, Inc.

Southern Funeral Care & Cremation Services

Mary & Martha House, Inc.

All Family Law Group, P.A.

All Ready Property Management Realty, Inc.

G. Fried Flooring America

Law Office of George Hunter, P.A.

Meek Insurance Group, Inc.

Preservation 1st Financial Group, LLC

Priority Termite and Pest Solution

SportClips Haircuts

Magruder Agency

Sun Towers Retirement Community

FishHawk-Riverview Rotary Club

Florida Society of Clinical Oncology, Inc.

Riverview Friends of the Library

ewing Members!

Riverview Veterinary Hospital

Accounting Consulting Services of Greater Tampa

Melissa Snively - State Farm

Minuteman Press - Brandon

Riverview Woman's Club

ADS Building Contractors, LLC

Precision Overhead Garage Door (Clearwater)

Precision Overhead Garage Door (Lakeland)

Precision Overhead Garage Door (Land O’Lakes)

Precision Overhead Garage Door (New Port Richey)

Precision Overhead Garage Door (Spring Hill)

Precision Overhead Garage Door (St. Pete)

Precision Overhead Garage Door (Tampa)

SelfieSubs.com LLC

Southshore Insurance Professionals, LLC

Start Fresh Counseling Center, Inc

TeleVoIPs

Rainbow Engraving

Sgt. Walter P. Ryan Detachment, Inc.

Hillsborough County Property Appraiser

Jules Car Wash

Stanley Steemer

The Bank of Tampa

Accent American, Inc.

Dreama Blount's Insurance, Inc.

Hillsborough County Veterans Helping Veterans Inc.

Keller Williams Realty South Shore

Robin Fuson, Circuit Court Judge, Group 25

The Law Office of Sandi D. Milmed, P.A.

Fantastic Sams - Riverview

Florida Eye Specialists and Cataract Institute

Mattamy Homes

Outback and Carrabba's Express

SmartStop Self Storage

Springhill Suites Tampa Brandon

Sunrise Homes, Inc.

Absolute Wellness Center

Advantage Restoration & Contracting

ALDI Inc. - Big Bend

Mount Whitney Properties LLC

Restoration 1 of Tampa Bay

Seffner Christian Academy

Albriana Shante Events

BubbaQue's

ewing Members!

ALDI Inc. - 301 Riverview

Blue Moon Estate Sales

Center Place Fine Arts and Civic Association

Chill Cawfee - Riverview

Edward Jones - Jennifer Easley

Frankie's Italian Deli

Herzing University

HomeTeam Pest Defense

Meticulous Jess Marketing Agency, LLC

The Meridian at Brandon

BayCare Urgent Care - Bloomingdale

BayCare Urgent Care - Riverview

Baycare Urgent Care - Valrico Occupational Health

Bermudez Engel Law, P.A.

CyberCO2 LLC

Focus Wealth Strategies

Frontier Business

FruxPay

Hen's Roost dba McAlister's Deli

JC Max Consulting & Coaching, LLC

MarDee Buchman Hillsborough Field Rep for Congressman Vern Buchanan, 16th Dist of FL

Master Garage Door Co.

SMO Printing

Tampa Bay Food Trucks

Member Spotlight

Stanley Steemer joined the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce in 2016. Their professional deep cleaning services extend beyond carpet cleaning to furniture cleaning, tile and grout, hardwood, air ducts, and 24hour emergency water restoration.

Their cleaning methods offer the deepest level of clean possible for the floors throughout your home with a commitment to using a process that is safer for your home and your family.

Their cleaning solution for carpet and upholstery is EPA Safer Choice certified and no residue or traces of harmful chemicals are left behind, only clean, inviting carpet and upholstery. Stanley Steemer strives to clean using gentle, neutral cleaning agents that are tough on dirt but harmless to the environment as well as to the people and pets that spend time in your home.

Powered by their U.S.- manufactured equipment and technicians trained inhouse, they continue to grow through constant innovation and dedication.

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

Hancock Tire & Auto Service became a member of the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce in 2016. They are your local family owned tire and automotive shop since the 1930's. Hancock Tire & Auto is a certified dealer of Michelin®, BFGoodrich®, and Uniroyal®, and they stock tires for cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, and more. If you do not know what size tires your vehicle needs, call the experts at (813) 6841116 or use their easy online Tire Fitment Guide!

Hancock Tire & Auto's technicians are up to date on the newest technology and are constantly training on services in the automotive industry. They offer brake service, air conditioning and oil change services and so much more. For the complete list of repairs offered, view their Services page. At Hancock, you will be greeted by friendly staff in a clean and inviting waiting area. Ask about their shuttle service too!

Hancock always works with customers to help them find the best solution for their needs.

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

Non-Profit Spotlight

Center Place Fine Arts and Civic Association joined the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce in 2021. Center Place is a 501(c)3 notfor-profit organization whose members are dedicated to the promotion of the fine arts and civic involvement. Center Place offers cultural enrichment opportunities for all ages through a variety of programs including original art exhibits, art education and the performing arts.

As indicated by its name, the association provides a centralized meeting facility for the pursuit of these activities and offers rental of meeting rooms for community functions, both public and private.

Center place was created by the community, for the community to engage the community at all levels, promoting the arts in Eastern Hillsborough County since 1974. Center Place's purpose is ARTfully connecting our community, by inspiring creative enrichment, personal discovery, and a sense of purpose across generations.

For more information, visit https://centerplacebrandon.com/.

Cookson Hills Family Ministries of Florida is a newer member of the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce, having joined in 2022. Family Ministries began as a satellite unit of Cookson Hills Christian Ministries around 1976, and the Florida operation ministered to meet the needs of many children and their families under the umbrella of the main unit in Oklahoma.

As the ministry in Florida expanded, and the need to serve more children and families grew, it became clear that the Florida operation needed a governing body from the state. Thus, in July 2000, the board of Cookson Hills Christian Ministries turned the Florida operation over to the new organization now known as Family Ministries of Florida.

In 2001 a new child care cottage and administrative building were opened. In 2002 the ministry expanded its mission by starting Legacy Christian Academy––a fully accredited private Christian School with the goal of using a comprehensive Christian curriculum to help students achieve academic excellence.

For more information, visit http://www.familyministriesfl.org

Education and Training

July 19 - Digital Marketing

July 25 - How to Effectively Use Artificial Intelligence in Your Business: A Step-byStep Guide

July 25 - Nonprofit Leadership Roundtable

July 26 - SBA Loans - A Banker's Advice

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.

July 26 - Worker's Compensation Webinar

July 27 - Workplace Safety Webinar

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings

July 18 - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Meals on Wheels

July 19 - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for The UPS Store #7605

July 24 - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Rhodine Fire Station #46

July 25 - Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Weichert Realtors -

Nexon Office

July 26 - Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Coastal Cafe

Uptown Cheapskate

Wednesday, June 21

Fatburger

Saturday, June 24

13 Taking Care of Business - FIELD TRIP

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

13 Teaching to Excellence Committee Meeting

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

14 GRCC Military Affairs Committee Meeting

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

18 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Meals on Wheels (Riverview)

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

18 Headshots and Hors d'oeuvres with Nadere Johnson

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

19 SBDC Workshop - Digital Marketing

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

19 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for The UPS Store #7605

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

20 Taking Care of Business

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

20 Teaching to Excellence Committee Meeting

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

24 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Rhodine Fire Station

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

25 GRCC Membership Meeting Luncheon

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

25 Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Weichert RealtorsNexon Office

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

26 Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Coastal Cafe

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

26 TCOB Committee Meeting

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

27 Taking Care of Business

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

27 Teaching to Excellence Committee Meeting

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

28 GRCC Investor360

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

3 Taking Care of Business

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

3 Teaching to Excellence 2023

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

3 Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for ECHO Riverview

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

4 GRCC Ambassador Team Meeting

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

8 TCOB Tuesday

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

10 Taking Care of Business

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

10 Teaching to Excellence Committee Meeting - Wrap-Up

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

12 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Sherwin Williams

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

15 LEAD Session One - Identifying the Importance of Effective Communication

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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 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

GRCC 2022 Annual Award Winners