Greetings From Your Chamber President!

By Patty Archer

Years ago, business people joined the chamber because it was expected. It was just something you did. These days membership isn’t automatic, but it’s still a valuable investment in your business. In addition to networking events and ribbon cuttings, the chamber offers a lot of benefits that you can’t do for yourself, saving you time and money by negotiating group savings programs, advertising, and a united voice for business advocacy. You can also extend the benefits of a chamber membership to your employees by sharing events, opportunities, and trainings as an extension of your own.

We hope you can join us and our parent organization, the Miramar Pembroke Pines Regional Chamber of Commerce, at the 17th annual A Sip of Wine, A Taste of Heaven event on March 18th at the Miramar Amphitheater where dozens of the best restaurants, caterers and bakeries in South Broward will be showcased. Enjoy a VIP lounge, live entertainment, mobile cigar lounge, coffee station, and a vast selection of food, dessert, wine and beer. See all the ticket options at miramarpembrokepines. org/sip-taste.

By making your business our business, the Chamber of Commerce is engaged in the priorities of our membership, businesses, community, and future generations of professionals and their business needs. Now and in the future, the Chamber is dedicated to being a Convener of Leaders, a Catalyst for positive change, and a Champion for a strong business community. For more information and our event calendar, visit www.westonflchamber.com.

Yours in Service,

Patty Archer Chamber President

ur nation has witnessed, once again, another tragedy that took place at the hands of five Memphis police officers. Incidents like this spark outrage and distrust from the people we serve and disappointment among our ranks.

When I entered the law enforcement profession, I took an oath to serve and protect – an honor I hold with high regard and implore among our ranks. While the actions of a few can tarnish the efforts of many, the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) has taken progressive steps toward preventing incidents like this from happening in Broward County.

Since becoming Sheriff, I've worked with our organization’s leadership core to implement policies and procedures that identify areas of concern, address behaviors, enhance training and hold people accountable for their actions.