WHAT'S NEXT? Each year at our Annual Conference, the Chamber welcomes its new leadership. For the 2016 - 2017 term we welcome, long-time board member, generous Chamber supporter and friend, John Allen, Vice President of Home Financing Center, to the helm. With a dual purpose, the Annual Conference introduces John, as the Chairman, to our membership and sets the tone for what is to come as we embark on this new year. The theme, What's Next? A question that you ask or get asked daily, what's next will cover the current and future trends in healthcare, technology, the shared economy, infrastructure and more! Find out on August 25th & 26th at our Annual Conference! Kicking-off with the George E. Merrick Awards of Excellence dinner. Presented annually by the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The Allen Morris Company,
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this awards program recognizes the outstanding achievements of an individual who has excelled at perpetuating the vision of our City and Chamber Founder, George E. Merrick. In addition, we will honor three up-and-coming professionals with the Merrick-in-the-Making Awards, sponsored by City National Bank. Contact the Chamber to find out how you can apply! Thursday, August 25, 2016 | 6:30 PM George E. Merrick Award of Excellence Dinner The Biltmore Hotel|1200 Anastasia Avenue Presented By: The Allen Morris Company & City National Bank Friday, August 26, 2016 | 8:00 AM Annual Conference The Biltmore Hotel|1200 Anastasia Avenue Presented By: Baptist Health South Florida
Scenes From Last Year's Conference!
Thoughts from our Chair Page 2 President’s Perspective Page 3 Trustee Talk
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Upcoming Events
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Membership Highlights Page 8 Calendar of Events
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Sponsor Recognition
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