The Capital City Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of our Inaugural Women Speaker Series—a initiative designed to empower, elevate, and equip the next generation of women change makers in our community.

To open this exciting series, we are honored to welcome a true trailblazer: Sue Dick, President & CEO of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce.

With 25 years of dedicated service and visionary leadership, Sue has made a lasting impact on our region. Her career stands as a testament to resilience, innovation, and the power of leading with purpose.

Join us as she shares reflections from her remarkable journey, leadership insights, and the wisdom she’s gathered through decades of experience. Her voice will set the tone for a transformative series that speaks to courage, legacy, and possibility.

 Workshop & Clean Energy Loan Opportunities Join us for an engaging and solutions-focused workshop designed to empower individuals and businesses to take meaningful steps toward building a sustainable future. This session will highlight practical strategies for reducing environmental impact, embracing clean energy practices, and fostering community-wide sustainability. Participants will also gain access to valuable information about loan opportunities for clean energy initiatives, including funding options to support energy-efficient home upgrades, solar installations, and other eco-friendly projects. By connecting sustainability education with financial resources, this workshop ensures that everyone—residents, entrepreneurs, and community leaders—can take smart steps toward a cleaner, greener, and more resilient future.

Zoom:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/dju0r6okQKqi4ok6vntr2Q

• Learn strategies to manage money effectively
• Gain insights on improving credit and accessing financial resources
• Discover tools to prepare for major life milestones, from home ownership to retirement
• Build confidence in making informed financial decisions

For those in difficult circumstances who are trying to start or grow a business

Leon Entrepreneurship and Adversity Program (LEAP) seeks to help those in the Big Bend region (Leon, Wakulla, and Gadsden counties) and other adjacent communities facing economic or other hardships to start and grow businesses of their own. The program lasts 10 months.

The Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and the Jim Moran Institute at Florida State University manage the program in close partnership with local nonprofit groups, government offices, small businesses, and other university partners across Leon County. 

Application Deadline: September 27, 2025