Chamber News

• Buy Local Ocala/Marion
  Monday, September 21, 2009
  Join the effort to keep our dollars in Ocala/Marion County to help boost our economy and lower unemployment.
• Florida Legislative Session Updates
  Monday, March 08, 2010
  The Florida Legislature is currently in session. Click here for your daily updates from the Floirda Chamber on legislation effecting our business community.
• March Toast & Topics - Keys to Millionaire Business Success
  Friday, March 05, 2010
  Join us on Tuesday, March 23 at the Holiday Inn & Suites Conference Center for our latest Toast & Topics presentation of 2010.
• Ocala Image Book Spring Sale
  Monday, March 1, 2010
  The Chamber is having a Spring Sale of our Premier Image Book. Get your copy for just $20 through March 31.
• 2010 Census
  Wednesday, February 10, 2010
  Completing your census form helps ensure our community gets its share of funding! 10 Minutes & 10 Questions.
• China Trip 2010
  Monday, February 08, 2010
  Join the Ocala/Marion County Chamber of Commerce, business leaders and friends for a 9-day, all-inclusive trip to experience the wonders of China.
• Fifth Annual Stars Over Ocala Award Winners
  Tuesday, January 19, 2010
  Chamber Salutes Individuals, Businesses for Outstanding Contributions to Community.
• The New Chamber Building
  Friday, November 11, 2009
  The Chamber relocated in October. Please stop by to see your new Chamber building.
• Marion County Accepting Applications for Local Small Business Program
  Monday, August 10, 2009
  Download your appliction online today!
• OCALA BUSINESS JOURNAL SPECIAL REPORT
  Friday, June 26, 2009
  Government & Business: Keeping it local
  By Susan Latham Carr
• Chamber Champions Buy Local Initiative
  Thursday, June 18, 2009
  By: John Sotomayor
• Heart of Florida Regional Broadband Summit
  Wednesday, June 17, 2009
  Once in a lifetime opportunity to develop an action plan to secure ARRA (Stimulus) funding to develop a multi-use cyber-infratructure for a regional innovation economy.
• 2009 Work Group Presentations
  Wednesday, June 10, 2009
  7 Work Group's were convened during the first 90 days of 2009 to research, discuss and make recommendations to...
• Hurricane Season Begins June 1 - Are You Ready?
  Friday, May 28, 2009
  Information to help you prepare for the 2009 Atlantic Hurricane Season
• Green Business Summit
  Monday, May 11, 2009
  Discover exciting strategies for green business.
• The City of Ocala is Buying Locally
  Monday, May 11, 2009
  The city of Ocala takes major step in support of The Chamber's Buy Local campaign.
• Sponsorship Opportunities for the 2009 Chamber Resource Campaign
  Saturday, May 02, 2009
  Grow your business through sponsorship and advertising opportunities within the Chamber while supporting vital Chamber programs and events.
• State of the Community Series
  Friday, May 01, 2009
  The 2009 State of the Community Series provide the opportunity for Chamber members to hear from leaders in local government, education and local industry, offering an in depth look at issues of key importance to our community.
• Health Alert Issued for Swine Flu
  Monday, May 04, 2009
  The Marion County Pandemic Planning Business Sub-Committee has prepared a newsletter with information on influenza, pandemic, how to stay healthy and preparing your business.
• Tuesday Talks on the Stimulus Act
  Friday, April 10, 2009
  Join The Chamber at one of their Tuesday Talks to learn about business opportunities through the Recovery Act
• 2009 Chamber Resource Campaign kicks off at Golden Ocala
  April 1, 2009
  By: John Sotomayor
• Florida Backyard Card - Submit your offer today!
  Friday, April 09, 2009
  The Florida Backyard Card is a program designed to reward consumers who spend locally.
• February Unemployment Rates Announced
  Friday, March 27, 2009
  
• Governor Crist Endorses Grassroots Movement to Boost Florida's Economy
  
  Florida Backyard Card to reward consumers who spend locally.
• Workforce Connection Receives Over $3 Million in Additional Funds
  
  
• Highlights from Toast & Topics, March 17, 2009
  Tuesday, March 17, 2009
  A summary of the topics covered by the speakers at the T&T on small business financing and changes in tax credits.
• Business Opportunities through the "Stimulus" Act
  Tuesday, April 21, 2009
  Follow the impact of the stimulus funds allocated in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
• Please take the Technology & Your Business survey today!
  Thursday, March 12, 2009
  
• Benefits Based Dues
  Friday, March 13, 2009
  The Chamber is proud to introduce a new program of benefits streamlined under four new membership levels.
• News from the Florida Capitol
  Monday, May 11, 2009
  Each week we will bring you the legislative headlines and news from the Florida Capitol.
• One Book / One Community
  Friday, February 13, 2009
  The One Book/One Community reading project featuring Florida Trend journalist Cynthia Barnett kicks off on Saturday, February 21, 2009!
• "Green" / Sustainable Business Survey
  Monday, February 16, 2009
  Please tell us about your "Green"/Sustainable business activities and programs.
• Inventory of Importing & Exporting Businesses
  Wednesday, February 11, 2009
  Survey of member businesses with past, present or future experience in importing or exportings or services.
• Visitor Center Moves to the County
  Thursday, February 05, 2009
  The Visitor Center moves from the Chamber of Commerce back to Marion County in the Ocala Marion County Visitors & Convention Bureau.
• Ocala MSA Ranks #2 for Unemployment
  
  
• Chamber Holds Annual Dinner and Announces Stars Over Ocala Award Winners
  Friday, January 16, 2009
  Chamber of Commerce holds Annual Dinner & Meeting of the Corporation, announces Stars Over Ocala Business Award winners
• Interested in Doing Business with Marion County?
  Friday, February 27, 2009
  Marion County would like to provide information on how to get involved with them today!
• Ocala's Premiere Image Book on Sale Now
  Friday, December 05, 2008
  A limited edition hard cover book featuring clebrity artists and the beauty of Ocala and Marion County.
• Save Time. Save Jobs. Buy Local!
  Monday, May 11, 2009
  Support your local business owners and shop locally? Same Time. Save Jobs. Buy Local.
• Annexation ordinances adopted by the City of Ocala
  Thursday, February 17, 2009
  City of Ocala adopted annexation ordinance 5923 effective February 16, 2009.