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Dear Chamber Members,
I wanted let you know about my new blog, From the President's Desk.
From the President's Desk allows me the opportunity to provide thoughts and perspectives on the issues that will be impacting the business community as they happen.
I want this blog to be a resource that will keep our members informed while providing analysis I hope you find useful.
Happy reading!
Sincerely,
Todd Thomson | President/CEO
Greater Pensacola Chamber

November 19th

By growthzone | November 20, 2020

Greater Pensacola Chamber 130th Annual Meeting Tonight The Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce will host its 130th Annual Meeting tonight and will include a free concert for the public to enjoy. The Chamber’s Annual Meeting will feature a brief program and then a concert by Ben Loftin and the Family as a tribute to Evenings…

November 17th

By growthzone | November 20, 2020

Two Weeks Remain to Apply for FEMA Assistance for Hurricane Sally Panhandle residents who have uninsured losses resulting from Hurricane Sally have until Dec. 1, 2020 to register with FEMA for assistance. Survivors in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Bay, and Walton counties can register with FEMA in several ways: By visiting DisasterAssistance.gov Downloading the FEMA…

November 16th

By growthzone | November 20, 2020

The Greater Pensacola Chamber’s Total Resource Campaign is Underway Claim your marketing and sponsorship opportunities for 2021 by December 17th. Sponsorships and marketing vary from the notable “State of” series, PACE Awards, Military Appreciation, Social Media Chats and Legislative events. The impact of your sponsorship goes much further than the event and will help support…

November 12th

By growthzone | November 12, 2020

Entrecon 2020 Registration Ends Tomorrow; Chamber Members Receive a 15% Discount 2020 has been a tough (even traumatic) year for everyone. People need help and hope right now. That’s why EntreCon® has transitioned from in-person to a live, virtual event. EntreCon® live is always a time of renewal, strengthening skills, resolve and relationships, and the…

November 3rd

By growthzone | November 6, 2020

Election Day edition Vote Today and Support Chamber-Endorsed Positions The Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has taken positions on two important issues that will impact our local business community.   Vote YES on establishing the Escambia County Children’s Trust   Vote YES on establishing the Escambia County Children’s Trust   Most importantly,…

November 2nd

By growthzone | November 6, 2020

 One Month Remains to Apply for FEMA Assistance in Florida Panhandle Florida Panhandle residents who have uninsured losses resulting from Hurricane Sally have until Dec. 1, 2020 to register with FEMA for disaster assistance. One month after residents in five counties became eligible for federal disaster assistance, more than $94 million has been approved in…

October 26th

By growthzone | October 30, 2020

Chamber President Todd Thomson Facebook Live With Studer Community Institute You’re invited to join Rachael Gillette as she chats live with Greater Pensacola Chamber President/CEO Todd Thomson about the impact COVID 19 and Hurricane Sally has had on our business community; and how the Chamber team has responded and supported recovery. Todd will also be…

October 29th

By growthzone | October 30, 2020

SBA Temporarily Closing Escambia County Business Recovery Center Oct. 31-Nov. 4 The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced it is temporarily closing the Business Recovery Center located in the East Pensacola Heights Clubhouse in Pensacola. The Center will be closed for SBA disaster assistance at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, and will reopen to resume…

October 28th

By growthzone | October 30, 2020

Hurricane Zeta: What Pensacola area needs to know Wednesday Escambia and Santa Rosa counties are under a tropical storm warning as Hurricane Zeta prepares to make landfall sometime Wednesday night, most likely at about 7 p.m., in southeast Louisiana. Winds could be between 39 and 73 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center. Both counties…

October 15th

By growthzone | October 16, 2020

After Applying With FEMA, It’s Important to Submit SBA Loan Application After you apply for disaster assistance from FEMA, you may be referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). If you are referred to SBA, you should submit an SBA disaster loan application. If your application is approved, you are not obligated to accept…