Chamber Councils & Committees
City Priorities Council
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The council focuses on strategic economic development planning, as well as on partnerships, that benefit the continuing revitalization of the City of Sarasota.
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Chair: Shawn Dressler, Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. | Staff Contact: Chris Miller
(Open to All Members | Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month | Meetings on the 4th Thursday each month, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at The Chamber)
(Open to All Members | Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month | Meetings on the 4th Thursday each month, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at The Chamber)
chamber ambassadors
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Member Volunteers serve as customer relations representatives for the Chamber, visiting new members, contacting existing members to expand communications and involvement.
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Chair: Renee Ryckman, Escape Countdown | Staff Contact: Megan Neal
(Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month | Meetings on the 1st Thursday each month, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at The Chamber)
(Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month | Meetings on the 1st Thursday each month, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at The Chamber)
Governmental Issues Council (GIC)
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Monitors and develops public policy positions that are “pro-business and pro-greater Sarasota.” Research is involved, as well as meeting with elected officials and experts on various topics as The Chamber’s positions are developed and then communicated and advocated.
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Chair: Matthew Brockway, Icard, Merrill, Cullis, Timm, Furen & Ginsburg, P.A. | Staff Contact: Chris Miller
(Open to All Members | Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month | Meetings on the 2nd Friday each month, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at The Chamber)
(Open to All Members | Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month | Meetings on the 2nd Friday each month, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at The Chamber)
Leadership Sarasota County Council (LSC)
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The Council is comprised of Leadership Sarasota County alumni who oversee the Adult and Youth programs, Alumni activities, Engage Sarasota and the Young Entrepreneurs Academy. The mission is “Engaging, Developing, and Inspiring Community Leaders.”
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Chair: Stacy Dillard-Spahn, Law Office of Robert K. Lincoln, P.A. | Staff Contact: Barbara Hines
(Participation by Application/Selection Process)
(Participation by Application/Selection Process)
Member Services & Support Council
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Ensure member satisfaction and new member growth through engagement opportunities and visibility tools so that organizations see a return on their membership investment. Serve as judges for the Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards program and advocate for small business by encouraging, recognizing and being a resource that supports businesses within our community.
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Chair: Jeff Mayers, The Resort at Longboat Key Club | Staff Contact: Megan Neal
(Open to All Members | Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month | Meetings on the 2nd Tuesday each month, 8am to 9am at The Chamber)
(Open to All Members | Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month | Meetings on the 2nd Tuesday each month, 8am to 9am at The Chamber)
Young Professionals Group (YPG)
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Creates a platform for its members ranging in age from 21-40 to build relationships, develop professionally, become politically and philanthropically active, and contribute to the economic development and high quality living of our community.
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Chair: Rob Young, Icard, Merrill, Cullis, Timm, Furen & Ginsburg, P.A. | Staff Contact: Kevin Cooper
(Council - Appointed | Membership - Open)
(Council - Appointed | Membership - Open)
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