- The Glazer Family Foundation has donated $1 million for the Small Business Fund to support local businesses through grants of up to $5,000. The Manatee Chamber will work with regional partner chambers to assist the Glazer Family Foundation in administering the program. Application deadline is February 2.
- The Big Bank Theory is actively looking for volunteers. We have urgent needs for Southeast High School on January 23 & 24 and Parrish Community High School on January 27 & 28. For more information, go to the program page at ManateeChamber.com/BigBank.
- We have launched our #ManateeStrong campaign as an opportunity to support engagement opportunities for businesses and non-profits impacted by the hurricanes and struggling to recover. All funds will go directly to support these efforts. For more information or to make a donation, go to #ManateeStrong.
- The newest Issue of the Current is now available. Our award-winning monthly magazine is just one way to get news and event information 24/7. Go to Current for the December | January issue or to access previous editions HERE. This month’s release features a message from our current Board Chair, Janelle VanHoose, reflecting on her year leading the board.
62nd Annual Dinner
Join us as we celebrate all that we have accomplished together this past year. We’ll also be honoring the 8th Annual Robert P. Bartz Award for Outstanding Leadership recipient, Janene Amick, CAP, CFRE, Chief Cheerleader & CEO of Florida Cultural Group, Inc. (Manatee Performing Arts Center).
Upcoming Seminar
Explore the art and strategy of using humor to connect with audiences online. Learn how to create and share memes, witty content, and humorous campaigns that align with your brand voice while boosting engagement and relatability. This session dives into real-world examples, best practices, and tips for navigating humor’s fine line to ensure it resonates positively with your audience.
Headliners Luncheon
The long-standing tradition of baseball and Bradenton goes together like peanuts & Cracker Jacks. Join us as Pittsburgh Pirates President Travis Williams gives us the inside track on all things baseball, including Spring Training, and the impact of sports on tourism and local businesses.
It’s reassuring to know that all the BBC members have met a stringent review of licensing, insurance, references and past performance that sets the highest of standards in our business community.”