Manatee Chamber of Commerce

Manatee Chamber of Commerce The Manatee Chamber of Commerce provides education and networking opportunities to businesses in the South Tampa Bay area.
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The Manatee Chamber provides world class connections, a voice for the business community, as well as educational programming and networking opportunities to help businesses in the greater Manatee County region thrive

Less than a month left until our Meet the Candidates Forum! This free members-only event will feature candidates runnin...
06/23/2026

Less than a month left until our Meet the Candidates Forum!

This free members-only event will feature candidates running for seats to represent Manatee and Sarasota Counties. You’ll have the opportunity to learn where they stand on the issues that matter most to our community while enjoying the opportunity to network with members of all of the host partner organizations.

Join us on July 16th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM so we can all inspire dialogue on issues that matter to our members while ensuring the voice of business is represented too.

The Manatee Chamber is a partner with the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation, Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance, Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee, and Greater Sarasota Chamber to offer this opportunity to our members.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Register now: https://business.manateechamber.com/events/details/2026-meet-the-candidates-forum-54073

We have so many incredible members in the Manatee Chamber to highlight each , we want to make sure you know about one o...
06/22/2026

We have so many incredible members in the Manatee Chamber to highlight each , we want to make sure you know about one of our many great ways for you to reach them!

The “Current” magazine is our bi-monthly magazine that you can access both physically and digitally. There's always a version on our website for you, but we'll also mail it to members the good ol’ fashioned way. It is a brilliant B2B and M2M (our cool way of saying Member-to-Member) advertising opportunity for you! Our members love to read through the “Current” to learn more about Chamber initiatives, gain insight into seminars and resources designed to help our members be even more successful, and make note of important event dates. With our small business budgets in mind, advertising in the “Current” is easy too!

Check out the current issue of the "Current" here (pun intended): ManateeChamber.com/Current-Magazine

Whether they're fathers who ARE Chamber members, or fathers OF our Chamber members, they're all fathers IN our Chamber! ...
06/21/2026

Whether they're fathers who ARE Chamber members, or fathers OF our Chamber members, they're all fathers IN our Chamber! Happy Father's Day to all the father figures (bio-dads, step-dads, adoptive dads, guardians, etc) who are working their hardest and instilling positive values in the future leaders of our community. A dad is an important role model for many, and we're just as proud of you as you always are of your kids.

Congratulations to the winners of our 12th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards! All of these organizations and individ...
06/20/2026

Congratulations to the winners of our 12th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards! All of these organizations and individuals have made a dramatically positive impact on the health and well-being of our community. With over 50 nominations highlighting just how big and bright that community is, you know these winners have to be extraordinary.

🏆 Lifetime Achievement Award
Vernon DeSear, Manatee Memorial Foundation

🏆 Youth Volunteer Award
Emma Timmons, Gulfcoast South Area Health Education Center (AHEC)

🏆 Adult Volunteer Award
James Curran, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

🏆 Innovation Award
Community Health Program, Manatee County Government

🏆 Institution/Program Award
Blue Butterfly Children's Grief Care, Empath Health / Tidewell Hospice

🏆 Allied Health Professional Award
Megan Hawkins, RN, HCA Florida Blake Hospital

🏆 Nurse Award
Sina Caffrey, RN-C, Rowlett Elementary Academy

🏆 Physician/Dentist Award
Lana Nusbaum, MD, Turning Points

🏆 Individual of Merit Award
Mark Goodson, Manatee Health

We're so incredibly proud of all of the winners, the nominees, and the inspiring community we get to do business and live in. Who do you know here that you're proud of too?

🎀 Let’s Cut Some Ribbon! ✂️We love celebrating the growth and success of our Chamber members! This week was the Grand Op...
06/19/2026

🎀 Let’s Cut Some Ribbon! ✂️

We love celebrating the growth and success of our Chamber members! This week was the Grand Opening of Excel Foot & Ankle in our Podiatrists category of businesses. Their goal is to help you truly understand any foot or ankle problems you have, so you're both taken care of AND properly informed. Now that's a business we can trust!

For more information, check out their chamber page at: https://business.manateechamber.com/list/member/excel-foot-ankle-45854

📅 Want to host a ribbon cutting? Chamber members can schedule theirs by contacting Kristen Brusco at 941-748-4842, ext. 130.

🖥️ Discover more local businesses 24/7 in our online directory at www.manateechamber.com.

One week from now is our next Coffee Club! This month's is co-hosted by Court Langley Ranch and New York Life Insurance ...
06/18/2026

One week from now is our next Coffee Club!

This month's is co-hosted by Court Langley Ranch and New York Life Insurance Company, so you'll simultaneously get a look at a beautiful new event venue in Parrish AND learn about a leading mutual life insurance company, all while sipping coffee, eating some delicious lite bites, and networking with other sociable members of our business community.

The best part is, it's completely free for Chamber members! Gotta love the perks of membership.

Who will we see next week for their monthly coffee and conversation?

Find out more and register here: https://business.manateechamber.com/events/details/coffee-club-june-25-2026-court-langley-ranch-new-york-life-insurance-company-54065

The June | July edition of *Current* is here!This issue shines a spotlight on the next generation of community leaders, ...
06/17/2026

The June | July edition of *Current* is here!

This issue shines a spotlight on the next generation of community leaders, with Manatee Young Professionals featured on the cover and a special article highlighting how MYP is helping build connections, shape leaders, and strengthen our region's future.

Inside this issue:
• A message from President & CEO Jacki Dezelski, IOM, on engaging and retaining top talent through encouragement and engagement
• "Building Connections. Shaping Leaders." featuring Manatee Young Professionals
• Highlights and award winners from the 2026 MYP Gala & Awards
• Photos from Spring Expo 2026
• Upcoming networking events, professional development seminars, and opportunities to get involved

Read the digital edition today:
https://issuu.com/manateechamber/docs/jun_jul_2026_current_online?fr=sY2ZmNzg0MTk1NzY

Browse archived issues:
https://www.manateechamber.com/current-magazine/

This week's features the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus celebrating their 50th anniversary with t...
06/15/2026

This week's features the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus celebrating their 50th anniversary with the Chamber!

They officially joined as a member of the Manatee Chamber back on March 8th, 1976, so last Thursday, we presented them with a certificate congratulating them on their Golden Anniversary. They have been an integral member of our organization for so long, we hope you'll celebrate them too!

Happy Flag Day! Today is the 249th anniversary of the first official American Flag chosen to represent the United States...
06/14/2026

Happy Flag Day! Today is the 249th anniversary of the first official American Flag chosen to represent the United States. Does anyone know how many official versions we've gone through as more and more states (and thus stars) were added?

🌟 : Meet Eddie Parmenter! 🌟If you've visited the Manatee Chamber's Bradenton office, chances are you've been greeted by...
06/14/2026

🌟 : Meet Eddie Parmenter! 🌟

If you've visited the Manatee Chamber's Bradenton office, chances are you've been greeted by Eddie's friendly smile and helpful attitude. Since joining the Chamber team in December 2023, Eddie has helped connect visitors and new residents with member businesses while supporting many of our programs and events.

Born in Butler, PA, but a Manatee County resident since age three, Eddie grew up in the Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County and later served four years in the U.S. Army. He is a graduate of the former Manatee Community College, a proud husband to Sara, dad to Patrick, and dog dad to two furry companions.

When he's not at the Chamber, you'll likely find him managing a co-ed kickball or softball team, cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates, or enjoying time with his family.

Thanks for all you do, Eddie!

What questions do you have for Eddie? Call or stop by the Bradenton Office to ask him in person.

Address

222 10th Street W
Bradenton, FL
34205

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5am
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19417483411

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