Issue 105 - July 24

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July Diamond Members

Diamond Members 20+ years of membership renewing in the month of July. Congratulations on your success and thank you for your longstanding support!

Suntree Country Club, 20
Spherion Staffing, 21
State Farm Insurance Co.
Dan Odom, 26

United Way of  Brevard, 26
Space Coast Early Intervention, 27
BELK, 28
Florida  Prep, 46

Chamber Events

 


AUGUST 6, 7:15-9:00AM
Crowne Plaza, 2605 North A1A, Melbourne, FL 32903

“Growing a high tech region to rival others in the nation”
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Randy Berridge, Florida High Tech Corridor Council President

A thriving region rich in high tech industry does not sprout up overnight. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Florida High Tech Corridor Council counts Brevard County as one of the 23 counties that make up the region. Randy Berridge will speak of the important initiatives The Corridor has in place to grow high tech industry and innovation through partnerships that support research, marketing, workforce and entrepreneurship. He will be joined by Tammie Nemecek, GrowFL director, who will share more on one of those partnerships.


Early Bird Reservation Deadline is Monday, August 3, 5:00PM - $20.00 for members.
After August 3 - $25.00 for members. $35 Non-members.

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LUNCH & LEARN | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 | 11:30-1:00PM
The Business Support Services committee will be hosting their second lunch and learn in the auditorium at the Melbourne Regional Chamber auditorium.

Come listen to presentations by committee members that are geared to assist SCTC members and technology companies large and small with critical business issues we all must face.

The topic for the Lunch and Learn is Shipping and Exporting.


Robert Duerr of Northrop Grumman will be will be discussing the significant regulatory changes in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations and the Internal Traffic in Arms Regulations, especially as those changes impact what is export-controlled and how U.S. businesses can interface with international suppliers, partners and customers.

Roger Jubert, owner of a local UniShippers Franchise will be sharing how small and medium-sized businesses can save time, trouble and money on their shipping, while providing first-rate customer service and trusted shipping advice. Roger will demonstrate UniShippers' proprietary shipping platform, which allows UniShippers' customers to rate shop a potential LTL shipment(Less Than Truckload) in 60 seconds or less.


General Admission $15.00
SCTC Members $10.00
Lunch is provided. Registration is required.
Networking begins at 11:30 AM
Location: 1005 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne, FL 32901

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 | 4:00-6:00PM
at the Holiday Inn - Viera 
Featuring a Viera update by Scott Miller from the Viera Company
Featuring a Viera update by Scott Miller from the Viera Company. Hear about the plans for the Sppace Coast Credit Union. And learn what is happening with Riverview Tower, the new building along U.S. 1.

Free admission to chamber members and non-members.
Sponsored by:
    
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Wednesday, August 19, 2015 |6:00-9:00PM
The Melbourne Regional Chamber is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Valor Awards to be held Wednesday, August 19 at the Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place. The Valor Awards honor Brevard County's Military, Police, Fire & Rescue Personnel for acts of extraordinary valor. 

We thank our presenting sponsors Vitas Innovative Hospice Care and Walmart, as well as Club 52 Melbourne Greyhound Park, and AT&T, Berman Hopkins Wright & LaHam CPAsCity of Melbourne, Regions Bank, Wesche Jewelers, Harris Corporation, ebay enterprise, Wells Fargo, Buena Vida Estates, BB&T, Artemis IT and WCN Interactive for their support.

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SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015
The Chamber's Veterans Resource Committee has once again joined with the City of Palm Bay and Bass Pro Shops to present the second annual Stick Marsh Veterans Bass Challenge on Saturday, November 14 at the famous Stick Marsh. 

If you're a veteran or boat captain, and you'd like to spend a day on the marsh fishing for bass, contact 
 Justin@MelbourneRegionalChamber.com

Thanks again to our presenting sponsor Allen & Company Investments as well as FPL, AT&TGray|Robinson - Attorneys at Law, BB&T, Jersey Mike's Subs, Twin Rivers Insurance, ebay enterprise and Einstein Bros. Bagels

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Ribbon Cuttings

7/29
TNT Communications Group will host an Open House and Joint Ribbon Cutting with the Melbourne & Cocoa Beach Chambers to celebrate their move into new office space and unveil their new Brand Name!
Wednesday, Open House begins at 5:30 p.m. – Ribbon Cutting at 5:45 p.m.
2651 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Suite B (Pineapple Ridge Professional Center), Melbourne 32935. RSVP to: Tina@tntcommgroup.com 

TNT Communications Group has also been designated an official Brevard Cultural Alliance “Art in Public Places” venue and features sculptures, paintings and mixed-medium creations from local artists. 18 unique pieces are on display and available for purchase! Come and meet the artists and get to know the TNT PR and Marketing Communications team!

7/30
RIBBON CUTTING FOR PREMIER INNOVATIONS CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER
Thursday, 5:00PM - 7:00PM, ribbon cutting at 5:30PM
Join us in the chamber auditorium for refreshments as we welcome Premier Innovations Career & Technical Education Center.

Premier Innovations Career and Technical Education Center is a 501c3 organization that will establish a tuition free, Charter High School offering students between the ages of 14 and 24 a rigorous and comprehensive academic and vocational program that will equip them with the knowledge and skills to graduate with a high school diploma and industry related certification in a field of their choice. The Premier Innovations Career and Technical Education Center will initially provide training in construction technology, automotive technology, manufacturing technology, Health Services, and Computer Technology training. Additional courses will be added to align with the aptitude and interests of our students and the needs of our community.  The school will open with grades 9 & 10 with 250 students, and adding a grade each year to extend to grade 14.

The event will take place at the Melbourne Chamber located at 1005 E. Strawbridge Ave. Melbourne, FL 32901. Career Center will open SOON in Melbourne!

8/4
RIBBON CUTTING CELEBRATION FOR TREND KITCHEN
Tuesday, 4:30-6:30 PM, ribbon cutting at 5:00PM
199 Hwy A1A, Indian Harbour Beach, FL 32937

Celebrating 1 year in business and being new members of the Melbourne Regional Chamber!

Light refreshments & hors d'oeuvres including signature menu items; baked black truffle & wild mushroom mac'n chesse with Benton's Tennessee Country Ham, our house smoked duck fat fries with a 10 year cave aged white cheddar & black truffle cheese sauce, signature house made dark chocolate peanut butter bar, a special liquid nitrogen dessert & more!  

Giveaways will include wine, special dinners, event tickets to the restaurant for custom wine flights, craft burger & beer night along with donated community gift certificates and prizes.

The bar will offer a selection of craft beers on draft for $5.00 and select wine by the glass, buy one get one FREE. All bottles will be 25% off.  After the ribbon cutting ceremony, the restaurant will open with reduced entree prices and 1/2 priced appetizers & desserts! RSVP to chef.lauren@hotmail.com  by July 25th!

Member News

One Senior Place Asks: "How is Your Memory?"
The Latest Research on Dementia Prevention and Treatment

Viera-based One Senior Place will host Dr. Marieke Cajal, Triage Specialist at Compass Research, for a presentation on "Memory Loss: Prevention and Cures of Tomorrow" on Tuesday, August 4th at 10:00 AM.  Dr. Cajal will discuss memory loss, the aging process and the newest research regarding the prevention and treatment of dementia.  The Compass Research seminar will focus on signs, symptoms and treatments for memory loss and Alzheimer’s Disease.  Dr. Cajal will share the latest information and answer audience questions. Free memory screenings will be available by appointment to those who are concerned about their memory.  Seminar seating is limited and an RSVP is required.  Refreshments will be provided at the Viera marketplace for senior resources at 8085 Spyglass Hill Road.  For more information about One Senior Place, the experts in aging, visit their website at www.OneSeniorPlace.com or call (321) 751-6771.  
19th Annual Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival
Local business sponsors are wanted to make a community investment in the 19th Annual Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival, scheduled for January 20-25, 2016. The festival is the largest of its kind in the US, with over 4,500 attendees from 42 states, 33 Florida Counties and 12 other countries attending in 2015. There was over $1.27 million economic impact in Brevard County during last year's festival. This is a great opportunity to market your business to thousands via the festival's web site, festival program & welcome bags. 

Volunteers are needed: new and previous volunteers will be meeting with the Festival Team at Dixie Crossroads Restaurant in Titusville on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 6:30pm. Phone 321-268-5224 or email neta@brevardnaturealliance.org for more information.

VNA Space Coast Achieves 5-Star Rating Through Home Health Compare
VNA Space Coast recently received a 5-star rating by Medicare’s ‘Home Health Compare’. Serving Brevard since 2000, the VNA is a Medicare-certified home health agency that provides nurses; physical, speech, and occupational therapists; home health aides; and in-home telemonitoring throughout Brevard County. A 501C3 non-profit, the home healthcare agency also offers community wellness clinics throughout Brevard like their “Shoo the Flu” vaccination program, and no-cost blood pressure and blood sugar screenings.

Home Health Compare provides the public information about the quality of care provided by “Medicare-certified” home health agencies throughout the nation. Using a 5-star rating system, Home Health Compare rates home health agencies on the process of care measures, and outcome of care measures. With 5 stars equaling the highest rating, Home Health Compare states that “most agencies fall ‘in the middle’ with a rating of 3 to 3.5 stars.”

Space Coast Cancer Foundation’s 9th Annual Daffodil Gala Planned for Sept. 12, 2015
 
The Space Coast Cancer Foundation is hosting its 9th Annual Daffodil Gala on Sept 12, 2015.  This year’s event will be held in Port Canaveral’s beautiful new Cruise Terminal #1, featuring live music, dancing, delectable cuisine, socializing with community leaders and popular silent auction.  Cocktail hour begins at 6 PM and continues until 11 PM.
 
This signature event is the largest fundraising event of the year for the Space Coast Cancer Foundation.  The Space Coast Cancer Foundation was established in 2006 with the mission to help Brevard County cancer patients in treatment with the financial and emotional burdens that accompany a cancer diagnosis.  The Foundation underwrites transportation, anti-nausea medications, pain medications; and helps with groceries, utilities and other specific living expenses.
 
Sponsorship and tickets are available now.
Visit www.spacecoastcancerfoundation.org  or phone Marketing & Communication Specialist, Diane Petrocelli, toll free at 855-894-4673. 

Child Hunger Summit - September 15
Rob Rains, President of United Way, and Robert Barnes, Executive Director of The Children’s Hunger Project announce the 3rd Annual Child Hunger Summit to be held on Tuesday, September 15.  The event, designed for leaders of faith-based congregations and organizations in the north part of Brevard County, will be held at the Holiday Inn-Titusville and will be jointly sponsored by United Way, Project Hunger, and The Children’s Hunger Project.
 
According to Mr. Rains, “As was the case for the past two Summits, this year’s event will bring awareness to north Brevard County's faith-based leaders of the significant hunger issues local kids are facing.  We know from experience that their congregations can help generate the change necessary to help hungry kids in their own back yard.”

For registration or information regarding the Summit, call 321-610-1900 or send a note to info@thechildrenshungerproject.org.

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