MEET LINDA KNUDSEN AT OUR CHAIRMAN’S RECEPTION Each year, our Chamber introduces the new Chair of the nizational Culture and Communication with Baptist Health Board with an all-out, B2B table-top showcase and network- South Florida. She has been involved with the Chamber for ing bonanza known as the Chairman’s Reception! over 15 years, serving in a variety of roles, including several Vice-Chair positions, Trustee Council Chair in addition to the This spectacular event will take place on Thursday, SepChamber’s Parlimentarian. tember 11th at 5:30 PM, at The Biltmore Hotel. Showcasing 50 of the Gables leading businessLinda is also the Past-Chair of the Women’s Chamber es, the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce will of Commerce of Miami-Dade County and currently welcome Chair Linda Knudsen as she embarks serves on the Board of Directors for the Ana G. Menon what is sure to be another fabulous Chamber dez University system that educates migrant adults year! from 24 different countries in a dual language program. Linda continues to serve as Co-Chair for BapSo, who is Linda Knudsen? She is the Corpotist Health United Way Campaign, which contributes rate Director with the Office of Diversity, Orga$1 million annually.
KICK-OFF OUR NEXT CHAMBER YEAR WITH GOOD MORNING CORAL GABLES As a loyal Chamber member, chances are you’ve attended at least one of our Good Morning Coral Gables breakfasts. A staple in our monthly programming calendar, Good Morning
IN THIS ISSUE: Thoughts from the Chair Page 2 President’s Perspective Page 3 Trustee Talk
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Upcoming Events
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Membership Highlights Page 6 Calendar of Events
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Sponsor Recognition
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Coral Gables is our signature netowrking event. These programs feature the most up-to-date topics involving business and our community.
As always... It’s All About YOU!
The September edition marks the kickoff for the 2014 - 2015 Chamber year. Sponsored by the Junior Orange Bowl, this breakfast will feature the installation of the Chamber’s Board of Directors, along with the State of the City Beautiful Address delivered by Coral Gables Mayor Jim Cason. Join us on Thursday, September 18th at 7:30 AM at the historic Biltmore Hotel, as we embark upon an exciting year with Chair Linda Knudsen. Show your support of the Chamber and let’s start the new year off right.
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