Visitors Guide & Professional Directory - Bonita Springs Chamber of ...
Visitors Guide & Professional Directory - Bonita Springs Chamber of ...
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Your chamber<br />
8 www.<strong>Bonita</strong><strong>Springs</strong><strong>Chamber</strong>.com 2011<br />
Your chamber<br />
it is our Pleasure to Welcome You to our<br />
tropical paradise, lush with palm trees, sparkling white sands, and crystalblue<br />
Gulf waters. We are here to make your visit or your relocation a dream<br />
come true. Warm southern hospitality is standard at every shop, lodging<br />
establishment and world-class restaurant, whether large or small. You and<br />
your family will find everything you need for relaxation, culinary adventure<br />
and outdoor exploration by water or on foot.<br />
As a business location, <strong>Bonita</strong> <strong>Springs</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers the perfect setting for<br />
expansion or relocation. Currently home to manufacturing, bio-technology,<br />
corporate headquarters and more, our region is defined by strong research, technology, transportation,<br />
and healthcare services, making the inherent quality <strong>of</strong> our lifestyle that much more inviting.<br />
<strong>Bonita</strong> <strong>Springs</strong> is accessible from I-75, and a short drive from Southwest Florida International<br />
Airport. Please make it a point to stop by our <strong>Visitors</strong> Center, conveniently located at 25071 <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
Commerce Drive, just <strong>of</strong>f U.S. 41. Our knowledgeable staff and dedicated information specialists will<br />
be on hand to answers questions and give you a genuine <strong>Bonita</strong> <strong>Springs</strong> welcome.<br />
Whether for work or play, a quick getaway or forever, <strong>Bonita</strong> <strong>Springs</strong> is where you want to be.<br />
Enjoy!<br />
Christine Ross<br />
President & CEO<br />
Your five-star chamber<br />
As an organization, the <strong>Bonita</strong> <strong>Springs</strong> Area <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong> Commerce is a vital part <strong>of</strong> the regional<br />
economic engine. It is actively supported by membership which encompasses the Naples, <strong>Bonita</strong><br />
<strong>Springs</strong>, Estero and Fort Myers corridor. The <strong>Bonita</strong> <strong>Springs</strong> Area <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong> Commerce is recognized<br />
as a Five-Star Accredited <strong>Chamber</strong> by the United States <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong> Commerce. This coveted<br />
designation means that this organization has attained the highest standards possible relating to sound<br />
policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community.<br />
mission statement<br />
The <strong>Bonita</strong> <strong>Springs</strong> Area <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong> Commerce is a membership organization whose mission is to<br />
serve our members, promote an environment where business can grow and prosper, and to enhance<br />
the quality <strong>of</strong> life in the <strong>Bonita</strong> <strong>Springs</strong> area.<br />
core values<br />
• We are an inclusive, community-minded organization, welcoming new participants and treating all<br />
members equally.<br />
• We are an ambassador for the business community <strong>of</strong> the area and serve as an advocate for the needs<br />
and interests <strong>of</strong> our members.<br />
• We operate with the highest ethical standards and with integrity in all our interactions.<br />
• Our programs and activities are known for excellence and for proactively meeting the needs <strong>of</strong> our<br />
members and the community.<br />
• We maintain a reputation for being visionary and strategic in our plans and operations within our<br />
area’s dynamic and changing business environment.<br />
benefits <strong>of</strong> membershiP<br />
• Economic Development Support<br />
• Government Affairs Advocacy<br />
• Networking Opportunities — more than 65 annually<br />
• Promotional Opportunities on the Web and in the Lobby<br />
• Sponsorship Visibility<br />
• Community Development and Training through Leadership <strong>Bonita</strong><br />
• Small Business Workshops<br />
• Business Mentoring<br />
• Committee and Task Force Participation<br />
Ch a m b e r ev e n t s<br />
For the most up-to-date<br />
information, visit our website:<br />
www.<strong>Bonita</strong><strong>Springs</strong><strong>Chamber</strong>.com<br />
Ongoing<br />
Brown Bag Lunch Series<br />
(monthly)<br />
Business After Hours<br />
(2nd Thursday)<br />
Business Before Business<br />
(4th Thursday)<br />
New Member Reception<br />
(Quarterly)<br />
Power Networking Luncheons<br />
Speaker Programs<br />
Young <strong>Pr<strong>of</strong>essional</strong> Events<br />
Leadership Alumni Activities<br />
March<br />
Tech-Xpo<br />
Market Pulse<br />
May<br />
Small Business Week<br />
President’s Club Event<br />
June<br />
Business 2 Business Expo<br />
August<br />
Membership Appreciation Day<br />
September<br />
Annual Meeting & Awards<br />
Leadership <strong>Bonita</strong> Program<br />
October<br />
Annual Golf Tournament<br />
November<br />
Harvest Night<br />
December<br />
Annual Holiday Party<br />
®<br />
2011 www.<strong>Bonita</strong><strong>Springs</strong><strong>Chamber</strong>.com<br />
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