Issue 146 - May 20

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May Diamond Members

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

AMIkids, 21
CCCS Computer Services, 21
Volk Law, 21
Highland Mint, 21
TD Bank, NA, 23
Ocean Spray Car Wash, 23
Petals Flowers & Gifts, Inc., 23
The Roof Doctor, 23
ABEAR Warehouse & Storage, 24
BRPH Architects & Engineers, 29
Paradise Pools Supply & Service, Inc., 30
Cerow & Co. CPA’s PA, 33
Brevard Pools, Inc., 37
Eastern Florida State College, 37
Health First, 37
Jessup’s of Melbourne, Inc., 39
Robert L. Cochran Company, 42
Waste Management, 42
Harris Corporation, 46
Berman Hopkins Wright & LaHam, CPA’s, 47

Chamber Events

 
TUESDAY, MAY 24| 5:00PM

Receive a FREE Round of Mini-Golf if you pre-register to attend.

Admission included with your Chamber Membership. Non-Chamber Members: $25

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Celebrating Member Appreciation Month
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 25| 3:30-5:00PM

Melbourne Regional Chamber Auditorium
1005 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne, FL 32901

Speaker Instructor - Bonnie McKee 
Do you know your ribbon cutting ABCs? Join us Wednesday, May 25 for a special ‘R.I.B.B.O.N. Cutting Workshop,’ part of the Melbourne Regional Chamber’s ‘Grow Your Business’ series. Bonnie McKee, event producer and owner of Designing Premier Events & Weddings will give expert training on how to make the most of your Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening. Space is limited, so be sure to register early for this informative special event.

Admission is included with your Chamber Membership, $25 Non-Members
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2016 | 11:30AM
BBC SPRING LUNCHEON - The El Nino Threat, Hurricane Preparedness

TOPIC: The El NinoThreat, Hurricane Preparedness. GUEST SPEAKER:  Scott Spratt, Warning Coordination Meteorologist  from the National Weather Service. THERE IS LIMITED SEATING FOR THIS LUNCHEON, MAKE YOU RESERVATION NOW!

BETTER BUSINESS COUNCIL MEMBERS RECEIVE ONE FREE ADMISSION 
CHAMBER MEMBER DISCOUNT  - $15.00
NON- MEMBERS - $30.00. 

Thank you to our sponsors:   LOGO LODGESERVPRO OF SOUTH BREVARD,
AND KIM JONES INSURANCE GROUP 

Hosted by: Buena Vida Estates , 2129 W. New Haven Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32901

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2016 | 4:00PM

Join the Melbourne Regional Chamber’s Viera/Suntree Area Business Council for an evening celebrating health and wellness. There will be healthy snacks, health related exhibits, as well as three special guest speakers.
Location: Duran Golf Club, 7032 Stadium Pkwy., Melbourne

Admission is included with your Chamber Membership, $25 Non-Members
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THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 | 7:15AM

Join local business owners and community leaders at this monthly program and enjoy a delicious hot buffet style breakfast. Each month features a pertinent keynote speaker and introduces the newest members that have joined the Melbourne Regional Chamber. Awards are presented to our long-time Diamond members, the Better Business of the month, Ambassador of the month and the top Brevard County high school students or community volunteers. Network before and after the breakfast with corporate and civic leaders, small business owners and other key business representatives from the local area. 
Location: Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place, 200 Rialto Place, Melbourne, FL 32901


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Early Bird Member Reservation by May 25: $22.00. Standard Admission: $30.00. Cost Non-Members: $50.00
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Register by Monday 5/23 for Early Bird Discount!
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2016 | 5:00PM-7:00PM

Please join us for a cocktail reception and hear the vibrant and engaging Peter Ricchuiti, a funny economist, delivering real insight in very challenging times.
Location: River Lodge at Brevard Zoo, 8225 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne, FL 32940
Early Bird Member Cost: $30 (By 5pm, Monday 5/23)
Member Cost: $35 (After Monday 5/23)
Non-Member Cost: $50
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THURSDAY, JUNE 16, 2016 | 8:00AM

Entrepreneur to Success, “Marketing: Trends and Evolution”
We will have both representatives from the service provider side and from the consumer side to discuss their experiences and viewpoints on the current state of marketing and sales.
PANELISTS:
• Joshua Adams: Head Honcho, Rock Paper Simple, a web design and development agency.
• Eryck Dzotsi, Senior Director,  Qomlavy, a Marketing Performance Optimization hive.
• Eric Needle, Marketing Creative and Digital Consultant /Founder, Longbow Strategic Group covering corporate identity and branding.
• Jeff Piersall, CEO Space Coast Business Marketing, publisher of award-winning business and lifestyule magazines. 
• Jemin Patel, Director, Fifth Contact which provides a Full spectrum digital marketing program designed specifically for small/medium businesses. 
• Avery Piantedosi, founder and CEO of the LOIS safety system, a personal safety system created for realtors.
• Michelle Crawford, Chief Executive Officer, Society+, an emerging brand in women’s plus size fashion.
Location: 
Melbourne Regional Chamber Auditorium
1005 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne, FL 32901

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Wednesday, June 22 | 7:30AM 


Topic: Why Teach Leadership Skills?
Guest Speaker: Brig General (ret) Ralph V. Locurcio, P.E.
Professor, Civil Engineering & Construction Management Director, Construction Program, Florida Institute of Technology

Location: Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront

$22 Members & Veterans registered by June 15 | $30 Member & Veteran Standard Price
$50 Non-Member Price
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Special Event Spotlight

 
Pledge your support by May 27th!
Please help support the ongoing efforts of the Melbourne Regional Chamber, and the charities, non-profits, or programs represented by the following members:
 
Golfer Charity or Organization
Julie Braga  weVenture
David Tomczak Devereux
Dale Howlett Praise in Brevard
Gil Russell Brevard Neighborhood
Development Coalition
Kathy Meehan Space Coast Honor Flight
Andy Ziegler Take Stock in Children
Brent Peoples Junior Achievement
Jeff Marr American Heart Association,
Brevard County Chapter
Jim Ridenour Gabrielle Place
Darryl Gilbert Junior Achievement
Steve Bierbrunner Family Counseling
Center of Brevard
Randy Frankenberry Children's Home Society
Jeff Robison Brevard Rescue Mission

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Ribbon Cuttings

5/26
Crafting Education Academy
Thursday  |  5:00PM-7:00PM  |   Actual Cut-time: 6:00PM
Location: 7025 N. Wickham Rd., Suite 113B, Melbourne, FL 32940

Saturday, May 28 | 3:00PM-6:00PM
Join Us For A Special Children's Ribbon Cutting & Carnival 

 
5/26
Grand Opening of the Hospice of St. Francis Community Foundation
Thursday  |  5:00PM-7:00PM  |   Actual Cut-time: 5:30PM
Location: 4875 N. Wickham Rd., Suite 104, Melbourne, FL 32940

Saturday, May 28 | 3:00PM-6:00PM
Join Us For A Special Children's Ribbon Cutting & Carnival 

 

Member News

News From Eau Gallie Arts District
EGAD is painting the square purple at the June 3 First Friday. Team members from the OCB team will be on hand for interactive fun and Orlando City Soccer will have giveaways and information. First Friday is always family friendly and is free and open to the public. The festivities include music, food, beer, vendors and is sponsored by Skyzone Trampoline Park, a new indoor amusement park opening in Rockledge next month. Skyzone will also be in the park promoting their new center.

Unfortunately, Big Band in the Square has been cancelled. Originally scheduled for June 4, that event has been tabled for now. Complete details for everything is on the EGAD website www.eaugalliearts.com.

Brevard Zoo Releases Third Rehabbed Sea Turtle This Week
Saoirse, a subadult loggerhead sea turtle, was released this afternoon at Sebastian Inlet State Park. This turtle was brought to Brevard Zoo’s Sea Turtle Healing Center in January as the firsts patient of 2016. Saoirse was found at the St. Lucie Nuclear Plant in a thin, lethargic state, covered in barnacles.
 
Saoirse is the Zoo’s third rehabilitated turtle released this week. Two subadult green sea turtles, Chad and Mr. President, were released on Tuesday morning.
 
Found in oceans all over the world, loggerheads are considered “vulnerable” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources. Entanglement in fishing gear, poaching, coastal habitat loss and climate change pose the most significant threats to this species.
 
Link to video: https://www.dropbox.com/s/0fmwq406zbhtmv5/Saoirse%20release.mp4?dl=0

AFTAC Contractor Recognized For 30+ Years of Service

Dr. Anne S. Henson, a contracted nuclear seismologist with the Air Force Technical Applications Center, Patrick AFB, Fla., displays her engraved clock she received for 30 years of dedicated service, 22 of which were with AFTAC.  (U.S. Air Force photo by Scott Powell)
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