Laura Young
ECB Publishing, Inc.
The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce has invited Jefferson County Schools Superintendent Eydie Tricquet, Principal Jackie Pons and Athletic Director Pat Kennedy to be guest speakers at its luncheon on Tuesday, Aug. 2. Don't miss this opportunity to hear the latest about the return of the local public schools to local control.
The luncheon will be catered by Johnston's Southern Style Restaurant and costs $15. Please RSVP by calling (850) 997-5552 or emailing info@monticellojeffersonfl.com.
The lunch meeting will take place at the First United Methodist Church Family Ministry Center, located at 395 W. Palmer Mill Rd. at noon.
Chamber luncheons are catered by local restaurants and include a delicious, full meal with dessert and beverages. The program typically includes a spotlight on a local business, introduction of new members and a keynote speaker.
“You really get your bang for your buck,” says Chamber Executive Director Katrina Richardson. “You not only get to network, have a great lunch and listen to great speakers, but you will be in 'the know' with some of the happenings in Jefferson County.”
The monthly gatherings draw not only owners and staff of businesses large and small, but also farmers, bankers, government officials, cultural organizations, churches/clergy, civic organizations, educators, healthcare providers, innkeepers, agency employees, insurance agents, realtors, construction companies, community leaders, nonprofit group representatives and more – truly a diverse cross section of the people who are active in making the communities across Jefferson County thrive.
Are you interested in becoming a member of the Chamber of Commerce? Membership means owning a stake in community betterment and being an active part of what makes a community thrive. Each week, the Chamber receives calls from people seeking a particular product or service. The Chamber staff always refer those callers to Chamber members.
Other member benefits include:
• Grand Opening – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
• Brochure and business card display
• Monthly Chamber meetings for networking and educational speakers (1st Tuesdays at noon)
• Discounted co-op advertising in “Limelight,” a publication of the Tallahassee Democrat; and the Monticello News
• At-cost color printing and free scan and fax services
• Help with basic, small business office word processing and software needs
• Free use of exclusive Chamber mailing/e-mailing lists
• Business listing on our website
• Weekly e-blasts focusing on local business news and events that affect you
• Up-to-date calendar of community events
• Free, password-protected Wi-Fi at Chamber office
• Telephone directories, county maps, tourist information and literature
• Work with the local Tourist & Economic Development Councils, Main Street, and City/County government agencies
• Annual membership decal to display in your business
• Opportunities to network with other businesses at our Business After 5, Trade Fairs, and other Chamber led events
• Educational seminars and webinars to help your business
• General county and local business information provided to new residents, along with welcome basket provided by local florist
• Listing in Membership Directory, updated annually
For more information, contact Executive Director Katrina Richardson at (850) 997-5552 or info@monticellojeffersonfl.com. A directory of members and applications to become a member are available at www.monticellojeffersonfl.com.
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