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Chamber Councils & Committees

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.​

​Chair: Elizabeth Topp, Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency |
 Staff Contact: Craig McGonigal
​(Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month)

Event and Programming Council 

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Ensure member satisfaction and new member growth through event engagement opportunities so organizations see a return on their membership investment. Help create and plan speaker and event opportunities for members.

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Chair: Emily Walsh, Observer Media Group | Staff Contact: Heather Kasten
(Open to All Members | Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month)

Centennial Council 

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Oversee the planning and development of centennial activities in celebration of the Chamber’s 100th year.

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Chair: Kelley Lavin, Sarasota Magazine | Staff Contact: Heather Kasten
(Open to All Members | Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month)

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.

​Chair: Matthew Brockway, Icard, Merrill, Cullis, Timm, Furen & Ginsburg, P.A. | 
Staff Contact: Heather Kasten
(Open to All Members | Time Commitment: 1 - 2 hours a month)

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.”

​Chair: Kameron Hodgens, The Glasser/ Schoenbaum Human Services Center​ | Staff Contact:
 Sara Rachon
(Participation by Application/Selection Process) 

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. 

​Co-Chairs: Stacey Crawford, Capstan Financial Consulting Group, LLC | 
Staff Contact: Alyssa Barnsley
(Council - Appointed | Membership - Open)

Our Sponsors

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Leadership Sarasota County
Sarasota Young Professionals Group
​CareerEdge Funders Collaborative 
Visit Sarasota County
EDC of Sarasota County
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1945 Fruitville Road
Sarasota, Florida 34236
(941) 955-8187
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    • Join the Chamber >
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    • Member Login >
      • Member FAQs
    • Member Benefits >
      • Chamber Events
      • Ribbon Cuttings >
        • Ribbon Cutting Tips
      • Councils
      • Member2Member Discounts
      • Affinity Partners
      • Sponsorships
      • Notary and Certificate of Origin Services
      • Workforce Development
      • Business Connect Request
      • Business Resources >
        • Job Bank
        • Start Your Business
        • Grow Your Business
    • Public Policy >
      • Past Public Policy Support
      • Contact Your Rep
    • News & Publications >
      • Chamber News
      • Member News
      • Local Media
      • The Bridge Magazine
    • Awards & Recognition >
      • Past Small Business Awards Winners
      • Chair's Cup Award
    • Photo Gallery
  • Events
    • 2022 Small Business Awards
    • Chamber Calendar
    • Community Calendar
  • Programs
    • Young Professionals Group >
      • Join YPG
      • About YPG
      • YPG Council
      • YPG Photo Gallery
      • YPG Events >
        • YP Summit
    • Leadership Sarasota >
      • Adult Leadership
      • Youth Leadership
      • Engage Sarasota
      • Leadership Council
      • Celebrate Outstanding Leadership Awards
    • CareerEdge Funders Collaborative
    • Opportunities For All >
      • 2021 OFA Grant Awardees
      • OFA Photo Gallery
      • OFA In the News
  • About Us
    • About the GSCC
    • Our Team
    • Board of Directors
    • Chamber Ambassadors
    • History
    • Live & Work >
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      • Job Bank
      • Beaches & Destinations
      • Sarasota Accolades
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