Charlotte County Chamber to celebrate its 99th year 

This will be a very special time for our organization and our dynamic membership. We encourage for all our members to attend and celebrate our successes together!

We will have the pleasure to present our Business of the Year Award to our Large, Medium, Small, and Nonprofit businesses. We will present our prestigious Pacesetter Award to one honoree. A Pacesetter is an individual who has achieved a level of excellence within his or her community or industry that provides a new benchmark for all to follow.

Nomination forms are now available for both Business of the Year and Pacesetter. Deadline to submit nomination forms for Business of the Year is Aug. 9. Deadline to submit nomination forms for the Pacesetter Award is Aug. 16.

We will recognize and present our 2024-2025 Sustaining Partner plaques to our “Chamber Champions” who make a significant impact not only within our organization but in our community.

There will be an installation of our board of directors. With their leadership, guidance and direction the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce continues to thrive as an indispensable partner for the business community of Charlotte County.

Last, but certainly not least, Nick Worden, Crews Bank & Trust, our outgoing board president who has done a phenomenal job this past year, will pass the gavel to Kevin Graham, Suncoast One Title & Closings, as our new board president.

I am looking forward to having a fabulous turnout for our very special occasion.

CHAMBER ACTIVITYRegistration is requested for all events. To RSVP, visit charlottecountychamber.org, or call 941-627-2222.

Network at Noon Lunch (member event), 11:45 a.m. Aug. 14 at Bella Napoli Pizzeria & Restaurant, 1938 Kings Highway, Port Charlotte. Enjoy a delicious buffet with chicken Parmigiana, baked ziti, salad with grilled chicken, and garlic knots. Registration is required.

• Third Wednesday Coffee (member event), 8-9 a.m. Aug. 21 at St. Andrews South Golf Club, 1901 Deborah Drive Punta Gorda. Note the location change! Coffee sponsor is CSF Roofing and Mechanical Services. Guest speaker is Crystal Henderson, official records director with the Charlotte County Clerk of Court and County Comptroller. Crystal with share important information about property fraud, how fraudsters take advantage of unsuspecting homeowners, what to do if one finds themselves in that situation, and easy steps to protect yourself.

Business Card Exchange (member event), 5-7 p.m. Aug. 22 at Aileron Golf Club (Sunseeker Resort’s exclusive professional golf course), 11274 SW Aileron Way, Lake Suzy. Join us as we get our first look and tour of this beautiful golf club. Appetizers and refreshments will be provided. Please bring a gift to promote your business. Don’t forget your business cards.

RIBBON CUTTINGS Ribbon-cutting ceremonies are an effective way to meet the business owners and fellow chamber members in an informal atmosphere and develop great connections. All are invited. Registration is requested at charlottecountychamber.org or call the chamber office 941-627-2222.

• Monarch Direct‘s Endless Summer Bash, 4-7 p.m. Thursday, 1493 Collinswood, Port Charlotte. There will be delicious food, refreshing beverages, music, dunk tank, carnival games, and inflatable ax throwing and fun activities for the whole family.
• Major League Plumbing & Home Services, 5-6 p.m. Aug. 13 at 1077 Innovation Ave., North Port. Snacks, refreshments, and raffles will be provided.
• Fedora’s Cigar & Wine Bar grand opening, 5-7 p.m. Aug. 16 at 2117 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda. Food, drinks, and a raffle basket will be provided
• Monster Self Storage grand opening, 5-6 p.m. Aug. 27 — 325 Glancy Lane, Port Charlotte. Food, drinks, and facility tours will be provided

LEADERSHIP CHARLOTTE APPLICATIONS Leadership Charlotte Class of 2025 applications are now available. Visit charlottecountychamber.org or come to the chamber office. The deadline for all application submissions is Aug. 2. No late applications will be accepted.