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Apopka Area Chamber Update - March 7, 2018
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2018 Leadership Apopka Begins
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On Thursday, February 22, 2018, the 2018 Leadership Apopka class completed its first session. Leadership Apopka is an annual program that is designed to educate future leaders from the Apopka area.
Please join us in saying congratulations to the seventeen participants in the 2018 Leadership Apopka Class.
Michelle Aguila - Orlando Health
Nadia Anderson - Prestige Realty Consultants Inc.
Melissa Mitchell Byrd
Melissa Cherenfant - Wal-Mart
Alisha Crabtree - SCB Marketing
Loretta Forlaw - Health Speaks
Edward Herman - AMIkids Orlando
Gary Kreisler - Accutech Construction Inc.
Juan Lugo - Duke Energy
Mariah McCullough - City of Apopka
Colleen Monday - Florida Hospital
Lee O'Donnell - Orlando Health
Fabian Rocamora - FastSigns Apopka-Altamonte
Patrick Roth - Florida Hospital
Marie Smith - Centurylink
Misty Taylor - Bryant Miller Olive P.A.
Roger Williams - Old School Media Group, LLC
This in-depth program creates opportunities for all of the participants to engage with our area's leading public, private, and civic leaders; develop impactful friendships with other professionals from the community; and learn more about the various industries and community assets that are of great importance to the Apopka area and the Central Florida region.
We'd like to thank the UCF Business Incubator - Apopka for hosting us and Bob Spencer, from the Institute for Human Development, Inc, for facilitating much of the leadership session. Finally, we'd like to give a huge thank you to Panera Bread of Apopka and Firehouse Subs of Apop ka for sponsoring the delicious food for the participants. The next 2018 Leadership Apopka session will be held on Thursday, March 29, 2018.
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HCCMO 25th Annual Installation Luncheon
On Friday, February 16, 2018, several members of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce and its President Robert Agrusa, joined the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando in support of their 25th annual Installation Luncheon.
This annual luncheon highlights the successes of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando (HCCMO) over the past year and recognizes the incredible work of the members of the HCCMO. Additionally, the incoming HCCMO Board of Directors were sworn-in.
With Hispanics now comprising over 25% of the population in the City of Apopka, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce will be collaborating with HCCMO in the future, to meet the needs of the rapidly growing, Hispanic-owned businesses within our community.
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Breakfast and Learn - Morning Mingle
On Tuesday, February 13, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to host our newly rebranded Breakfast and Learn - Morning Mingle at the UCF Business Incubator - Apopka.
Bonnie and Wendel gave the audience an informative presentation on "Saving Your Future with an emphasis on Financial Foundation: Maximizing your assets and tax advantages."
The Breakfast and Learn - Morning Mingle is a free professional development and networking event available to all of our Chamber members. We look forward to seeing each of you at our next Morning Mingle on March 13th at the UCF Business Incubator - Apopka.
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Business After Hours -
The Tavern at
Rock Springs Ridge
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce hosted February's Business After Hours on February 22nd, at The Tavern at Rock Springs Ridge.
Our members had an exciting evening of networking and each of the attendees had the opportunity to check out The Tavern, which is a warm and inviting neighborhood restaurant that offers an Italian experience without having to leave Central Florida.
Additionally, the chefs at the Tavern strive to create the perfect menu using seasonal ingredients for their surprising entrees. Every day we present a variety of northern Italian delights from simple comforts such as herb roasted chicken to delicate pasta and fabulous risotto.
Business After Hours is a free monthly networking event available to all of our Chamber members. We look forward to seeing each of you at our next B.A.H. that will be held at Kat's Vine and Tap on Thursday, March 22, 2018.
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Welcome our new members to the Apopka Area Chamber!
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Baptiste Orthodontics
Cynthia Schweitzer
12 South Park Avenue
Apopka, FL 32703
407-217-2927
Om to Home by Central Florida Recovery Centers
Wendy Packer
1124 South Park Avenue
Apopka, FL 32703
321-251-2255
Fuddruckers
Nick Videla
2800 East Semoran Boulevard, Unit A
Apopka, FL 32703
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Hydro Pro Graphics, LLC.
Michael Robinson
225 Sutherland Court
Apopka, FL 32712
407-900-7813
Roger Franklin Williams
138 North Central Avenue
Apopka, FL 32703
Verandahs at Hunt Club Apartments
Erika Olivares
3000 Foxhill Circle
Apopka, FL 32703
407-774-4450
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Upcoming Calendar of Events
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Chamber
Breakfast and Learn - Morning Mingle
Tuesday, March 13, 2018
7:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
UCF Business Incubator - Apopka
New Member Orientation
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce
Business After Hours
Thursday, March 22, 2018
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Kat's Vine and Tap
1061 W. Orange Blossom Trail
Apopka, FL 32712
Women in Business and Leadership Luncheon
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Highland Manor
Ambassador Meeting
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m
Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce
Leadership Apopka Session 4
Thursday, March 29, 2018
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Community
Apopka City Council Meeting
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
1:30 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
Movie in the Park: Despicable Me 3
Friday, March 16, 2018
7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Kit Land Nelson Park
Apopka City Council Meeting
Wednesday, March 21, 2018
7:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
Running Wild on the Wekiva Parkway
Saturday, March 31, 2018
Registration: 7:00 a.m.
Event Location: New SR 429 NW of Plymouth Sorrento Road and Haas-Ondich Road in Apopka .
Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, March 31, 2018
9:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Event Location: Northwest Recreation Complex
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Grand Openings
Throughout the month of February, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed our new members to the Apopka area including Marco's Pizza, Kat's Vine and Tap, the City of Apopka Fire Department Station #5, Om to Home by Central Florida Recovery Centers and Beautiful Brows and Beyond .
If you would like for your business to be included in a future Ribbon Cutting, please contact Michelle Bankson at Michelle@apopkachamber.org.
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On February 12, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed our new member, Marco's Pizza, with a ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony.
Marco's Pizza restaurant is now open in the Piedmont Plaza off SR 436 and Piedmont Wekiwa Road. Marco's Pizza is a national chain that started 30 years ago and now includes more than 800 locations in 30 states. Franchise owners Eddie and Yesenia Baron live locally in Apopka and we are thrilled they have chosen to add Marco's Pizza to the Apopka area! Congratulations!
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On February 20, 2018, we were honored to participate in the ribbon cutting of Kat's Vine & Tap in Apopka.
Kat's Vine & Tap is located in the Victoria Plaza, off US 441. Kat' s Vine & Tap is where locals meet to enjoy fine wine, beer, and music in a homey setting. Their wine and beer is carefully selected to offer new tastes and experiences. The list will change from time to time as we find different wine and beer we think you will enjoy.
Kat's Vine & Tap 's goal is to provide great music that can be enjoyed while still being able to have a conversation. You never know who might stop by to play a few tunes on our house piano.
Congratulations to owner Kathy Thompson on this fantastic new addition to Apopka and we urge each of you to check it out!
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City of Apopka Fire Department Station #5
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On February 23, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to join the City of Apopka, in celebrating the grand opening of the first new fire station in 20 years. Congratulations on a wonderful (and much needed) new facility!
About Fire Station No 5:
Fire Station No. 5 is a major improvement to our emergency services and will drastically reduce emergency response times, while improving service in Orange County's second largest city. Additionally, the city also recently opened Fire Station No. 6 at a temporary facility next to the new Florida Hospital Apopka.
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Om to Home by Central Florida Recovery Centers
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On February 23, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed our new member Om to Home by Central Florida Recovery Centers with a ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening celebration.
At Om to Home , we believe that every individual has the strength within themselves to live a healthy and productive life. We can help you re-invest in your life of sobriety through individualized detox care within a safe, therapeutic and empowering environment. We are committed to putting you on the path to an understanding your addiction, how it may have occurred, how to manage it, accept it and live with it...relapse-free.
Our Residential Treatment Center is a safe place for you to temporarily live in order to deal with your substance use issues as well as any underlying mental health problems. What makes it so effective is that not only are you removed from your current triggers in your environment and social circle, but you will be surrounded by a fantastic support group of therapists, counselors, and friends who all want the same thing: your success.
Thank you to Dr. Harbinder Ghulldu MD (Medical Director), Dr. Tony Shaw Wendy Packer and Bob for expanding your services to our community and we look forward to partnering moving forward.
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Beautiful Brows and Beyond
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On February 27, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed our new member Beautiful Brows and Beyond with a ribbon cutting ceremony celebration. Congratulations on a wonderful new addition to Piedmont Plaza!
Beautiful Brows and Beyond specializes in eyebrow threading and waxing and offers a full menu of brow and cosmetic services. They are not your run of the mill salon.
Congratulations to Candice on opening this new business in the Apopka area and we encourage you to check it out!
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Apopka Area Chamber Update - March 7, 2018
2018 Leadership Apopka Begins
HCCMO 25th Annual Installation LuncheonOn Friday, February 16, 2018, several members of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce and its President Robert Agrusa, joined the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando in support of their 25th annual Installation Luncheon.This annual luncheon highlights the successes of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando (HCCMO) over the past year and recognizes the incredible work of the members of the HCCMO. Additionally, the incoming HCCMO Board of Directors were sworn-in.With Hispanics now comprising over 25% of the population in the City of Apopka, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce will be collaborating with HCCMO in the future, to meet the needs of the rapidly growing, Hispanic-owned businesses within our community.
Breakfast and Learn - Morning MingleOn Tuesday, February 13, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to host our newly rebranded Breakfast and Learn - Morning Mingle at the UCF Business Incubator - Apopka.Each attendee had an opportunity to network and hear from our new Chamber Members, Bonnie and Windel Taylor with the Heartland Institute of Financial Education .Bonnie and Wendel gave the audience an informative presentation on "Saving Your Future with an emphasis on Financial Foundation: Maximizing your assets and tax advantages."The Breakfast and Learn - Morning Mingle is a free professional development and networking event available to all of our Chamber members. We look forward to seeing each of you at our next Morning Mingle on March 13th at the UCF Business Incubator - Apopka.
Kat's Vine and TapOn February 20, 2018, we were honored to participate in the ribbon cutting of Kat's Vine & Tap in Apopka.Kat's Vine & Tap is located in the Victoria Plaza, off US 441. Kat' s Vine & Tap is where locals meet to enjoy fine wine, beer, and music in a homey setting. Their wine and beer is carefully selected to offer new tastes and experiences. The list will change from time to time as we find different wine and beer we think you will enjoy.Kat's Vine & Tap 's goal is to provide great music that can be enjoyed while still being able to have a conversation. You never know who might stop by to play a few tunes on our house piano.Congratulations to owner Kathy Thompson on this fantastic new addition to Apopka and we urge each of you to check it out!
City of Apopka Fire Department Station #5On February 23, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to join the City of Apopka, in celebrating the grand opening of the first new fire station in 20 years. Congratulations on a wonderful (and much needed) new facility!About Fire Station No 5:Fire Station No. 5 is a major improvement to our emergency services and will drastically reduce emergency response times, while improving service in Orange County's second largest city. Additionally, the city also recently opened Fire Station No. 6 at a temporary facility next to the new Florida Hospital Apopka.
Om to Home by Central Florida Recovery CentersOn February 23, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed our new member Om to Home by Central Florida Recovery Centers with a ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening celebration.Om to Home by Central Florida Recovery Centers is a 40-bed treatment facility offering Inpatient Detoxification & Residential Treatment located in Apopka, Florida.At Om to Home , we believe that every individual has the strength within themselves to live a healthy and productive life. We can help you re-invest in your life of sobriety through individualized detox care within a safe, therapeutic and empowering environment. We are committed to putting you on the path to an understanding your addiction, how it may have occurred, how to manage it, accept it and live with it...relapse-free.Our Residential Treatment Center is a safe place for you to temporarily live in order to deal with your substance use issues as well as any underlying mental health problems. What makes it so effective is that not only are you removed from your current triggers in your environment and social circle, but you will be surrounded by a fantastic support group of therapists, counselors, and friends who all want the same thing: your success.For more information, please visit www.centralflrecovery.com.Thank you to Dr. Harbinder Ghulldu MD (Medical Director), Dr. Tony Shaw Wendy Packer and Bob for expanding your services to our community and we look forward to partnering moving forward.Beautiful Brows and BeyondOn February 27, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed our new member Beautiful Brows and Beyond with a ribbon cutting ceremony celebration. Congratulations on a wonderful new addition to Piedmont Plaza!Beautiful Brows and Beyond specializes in eyebrow threading and waxing and offers a full menu of brow and cosmetic services. They are not your run of the mill salon.Beautiful Brows & Beyond strives to offer excellent quality service in an intimate environment!Congratulations to Candice on opening this new business in the Apopka area and we encourage you to check it out!
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