Multi-chamber mixer
A group of chambers of commerce will host a mixer Sept. 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Catches Waterfront Grille, 7811 Bayview St., in Port Richey.
Participating will be the Central Pasco, Greater Hernando, Tarpon Springs, Trinity-Odessa, and West Pasco chambers of commerce.
It will include complimentary appetizers and a cash bar.
For more information, call (813) 909-2722, or email .
‘Dancing With Our Stars’ returns
The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will once again host “Dancing With Our Stars,” with a performance scheduled for Oct. 18.
The chamber still has a few dance slots to fill, as well as a need for volunteers to help behind the scenes for the “stars” who will be trained by dance professionals to perform a short routine.
The overall winner will be based on monetary votes, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting arts programs in the community.
To participate, volunteer or even sponsor, visit CentralPascoChamber.com, or call (813) 909-2722.
East Pasco Networking Group
The East Pasco Networking Group has scheduled several speakers for the coming months. The group meets every other week at the Village Inn at 5214 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills. Networking begins at 8 a.m., with the meeting starting at 8:30 a.m.
Upcoming speakers include:
• George Swatzbaugh of Emerald Home Inspection Service LLC, Sept. 23
• Bob Hatfield from U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis’ office, Oct. 14
• Jack Mariano, Pasco County commissioner, Oct. 28
Catholic Business Networking seeks members
The Catholic Business Networking group is looking for Catholic business owners, employees and supporters interested in joining it for regular meetings every Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 2348 Collier Parkway, Land O’ Lakes.
The group has annual dues of $60, and there is a minimum attendance requirement of two meetings per month.
For information, call (813) 833-4737, or visit CBNTampa.com.
Business Link available monthly
Business Link, a monthly small business gathering hosted by the San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union, meets the second Wednesday of each month beginning at 7:30 a.m.
The meeting is designed to provide a networking and information-sharing platform for the business community.
For locations, details and to reserve a seat, email , or call (352) 588-2732, ext. 1237.
Zephyrhills chamber board set
The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce has named five people to serve a three-year term on its board of directors. They include:
- Rebecca Gaddis, vice president of business development at San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union
- Carolyn Hodges, co-owner of Faithful Friends Pet Cremation
- John Kinsman, owner of Martin Electric
- Tim Linville, owner of E-Z Clean Car Wash in Zephyrhills and Dade City
- Darrell Pennington, retired from CF Industries, and a lifetime honorary member
All five were chosen by majority vote through member elections in August. They join Tom Vanater of Nabers Jewelers and Josh Schneidmiller of Western & Southern Life, who were appointed to serve the remaining terms of two board members who had resigned.
Carolyn Sentelik of Florida Hospital Zephyrhills Foundation will continue into a second term as president of the chamber.
Vendors sought for business expo
The Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce is looking for vendors for its upcoming Community Business Expo, which will take place Nov. 13 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Dan Cannon Auditorium, 36722 State Road 52, in Dade City.
Vendor fees begin at $50 for chamber members, with bundle fees available for $150, which includes space at the expo plus a year membership with the chamber. Sponsorship opportunities are available for $500.
For information, call John Moors or Melody Floyd at (352) 567-3769, or email them at , or .
CareerSource offering employee training
CareerSource Pasco Hernando is offering assistance through the Employed Worker Training program to help businesses stay on the cutting edge of the current, growing economy.
Trained business service consultants are helping companies increase skilled labor productivity and become more competitive in today’s market, the agency said, in a release. The program also provides financial assistance to employers who wish to invest in their employees.
The program also provides up to 50 percent of the employers’ direct training costs to be reimbursed through the agency. Last year, the local CareerSource office helped provide 150 certifications.
For additional information, visit CareerSourcePascoHernando.com, or call Sunnye Fredia at (352) 247-0761.
Wesley Chapel networking group
Networking for Your Success meets every Thursday at 8 a.m., at Lexington Oaks Country, 2615 Lexington Oaks Blvd., in Wesley Chapel.
Cost is $5, and annual membership to the group is $79.
For information, call (813) 073-1657.
Dade City chamber wants award winners
The Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce will host its annual awards banquet Oct. 16. With that, it’s seeking nominations for various awards.
Typically, awards are open to members who have been a part of the chamber in good standing for at least a year. Some of the categories include Business Leader of the Year, Large Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Civic Association of the Year and Citizen of the Year.
To learn more about how to nominate, contact Jo Uber at the chamber office at (352) 567-3769, or email her at .
Nominations sought for business awards
Bright House Networks and local chambers of commerce are seeking nominations for its second annual Regional Business Awards.
The awards honor companies, organizations and people who have made an impact with their products, services and thought leadership in the business community.
Nominations are currently being accepted through Sept. 26 in four categories ranging from small business to large business, including a category for start-ups.
Bright House will award prizes including commercial television production, airtime, customer newsletter and cash, with a total value of more than $1 million.
Those interested in applying can visit tinyurl.com/BrightHouseAwards.
The winning businesses will be honored at a dinner Feb. 5 at the Tampa Convention Center.
The $100 application fee is waived for members of local participating chambers of commerce.
