Greater Sarasota Chamber

Greater Sarasota Chamber We exist to maximize our members' success, the community's competitiveness and the area's economic strength. Our vision is not about having more.

The Chamber's vision is to create the best business climate in the United States. It is about having better. Our view of the ideal business climate is a balance between quality of living and quality of working. It is a community abundant with talent, embracing of technology, and encouraging of diversity. Disclaimer:

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of Directors, Young Professionals Group Board of Directors, Leadership Sarasota County Council, and volunteers are solely those of the individuals and do not reflect the opinions of the GSCC, the programs and councils, the members, or the staff of the GSCC. Social Media & Website Disclaimer:

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An exclusive evening of connection and innovation awaits at the Sarasota Chamber’s Premier Investor Reception on Thursda...
06/23/2026

An exclusive evening of connection and innovation awaits at the Sarasota Chamber’s Premier Investor Reception on Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 5:00–6:30 PM at RITE Technology.

Corporate Trustees, Community Builders, and Economic Drivers will gather for high-level networking with local business leaders and decision-makers across industries, along with meaningful conversations around the issues shaping our community.

Guests will experience RITE Technology’s innovative space firsthand with office tours, interactive tech experiences, and plenty of opportunities to connect—plus light bites, drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere featuring games, a race simulator, co****le, ping pong, and more.

An evening designed for meaningful connections, fresh insights, and a unique look at technology in action.

www.sarasotachamber.com

Great conversations, fresh air, and new connections!Our InternConnect interns enjoying the beautiful outdoors while buil...
06/22/2026

Great conversations, fresh air, and new connections!

Our InternConnect interns enjoying the beautiful outdoors while building relationships with fellow interns and professionals. Events like these provide opportunities to network, share experiences, and create lasting connections beyond the workplace.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us! We love seeing our interns engage with one another, explore our community, and make the most of their summer internship experience.

Still spending too much time on repetitive tasks?Join us for July's Hustle Bar workshop, Automate Your Business with AI,...
06/22/2026

Still spending too much time on repetitive tasks?

Join us for July's Hustle Bar workshop, Automate Your Business with AI, and learn how to leverage today's AI tools to streamline operations, automate workflows, and free up time to focus on growing your business.

From content creation and customer follow-up to process automation, you'll discover practical strategies and tools you can start using right away. Leave with AI-powered systems that help you work smarter, save time, and scale more efficiently.

📅 Tuesday, July 14, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Boardroom

Register today and take the first step toward automating your business.

⏳ THE COUNTDOWN IS ONThe clock is ticking for the Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Sarasota Business Awards.We are just days away fr...
06/19/2026

⏳ THE COUNTDOWN IS ON

The clock is ticking for the Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Sarasota Business Awards.

We are just days away from celebrating Sarasota’s most outstanding businesses and leaders and registration is filling quickly.

⚠️ IMPORTANT DEADLINE UPDATE:
Please note, the final RSVP deadline has been moved up to Monday, June 22, from previous correspondence, due to the magnitude of the event.

⛔ Registration will close promptly at Monday, June 22 at 12:00 PM. After that time, we will not be able to accept additional registrations.

If you’ve been planning to register, now is the time! This is your final opportunity to secure your spot for this year’s celebration of excellence, leadership, and impact in our community.

🏆 Awards Ceremony: June 26 at 11:30 AM

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable celebration.

Yesterday’s Good Morning, Sarasota! was anything but ordinary.Hosted at Escapology of Sarasota, local professionals, ent...
06/19/2026

Yesterday’s Good Morning, Sarasota! was anything but ordinary.

Hosted at Escapology of Sarasota, local professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders gathered for a morning of coffee, conversation, and meaningful connections in a venue built around teamwork, communication, and creative thinking.

From catching up with familiar faces to making new introductions, attendees started their day building relationships, sharing ideas, and strengthening connections across Sarasota’s business community.

Thank you to Escapology of Sarasota for hosting and to everyone who joined us bright and early. It was a great morning of networking, collaboration, and community—and a reminder that some of the best opportunities begin before the workday even starts.

Congratulations to BarkSuds Sarasota on their ribbon cutting!Sarasota’s newest destination for pet grooming is officiall...
06/18/2026

Congratulations to BarkSuds Sarasota on their ribbon cutting!

Sarasota’s newest destination for pet grooming is officially open. From clean pups to happy pet parents, BarkSuds is bringing a fresh, easy, and stress-free way to keep pets looking and feeling their best.

Welcome to the business community—we’re excited to see you grow!

Yesterday, our Premier Investors gathered at Café on St. Armands for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and colla...
06/18/2026

Yesterday, our Premier Investors gathered at Café on St. Armands for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and collaboration.

Leaders from across our business community came together to exchange ideas, build new relationships, and strengthen existing ones in a welcoming setting. The event served as a valuable opportunity to engage with fellow professionals, share insights, and continue fostering the partnerships that help our region thrive.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We appreciate your continued leadership, engagement, and commitment to making Sarasota a great place to live, work, and do business!

Fuel your business connections over lunch at July’s Power Hour Lunch.Join us Wednesday, July 8 from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM at ...
06/17/2026

Fuel your business connections over lunch at July’s Power Hour Lunch.

Join us Wednesday, July 8 from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM at Chaz 51 Steakhouse for a dynamic networking experience designed to help you connect, engage, and grow.

Enjoy a plated lunch while you share your 30-second elevator pitch, celebrate fellow members’ successes, bring a door prize to showcase your business, and build meaningful new professional connections in a welcoming setting.

Don’t miss this opportunity to power up your network and your business—one lunch at a time. Register at www.sarasotachamber.com!

Congratulations to Niche Electronics on the official ribbon cutting of its newly expanded Sarasota facility at 1095 72nd...
06/16/2026

Congratulations to Niche Electronics on the official ribbon cutting of its newly expanded Sarasota facility at 1095 72nd Drive East!

Celebrated on May 27, 2026, the 20,000-square-foot expansion more than doubles the company’s previous footprint and introduces leading-edge new equipment to support continued growth and innovation. This milestone also completes the uniform outfitting of all three Niche Electronics locations in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Florida.

We’re excited to celebrate this next chapter and continued investment in the Sarasota community.

Our 2026 Sarasota Business Awards are almost here, and we’re looking forward to celebrating the leaders, businesses, and...
06/16/2026

Our 2026 Sarasota Business Awards are almost here, and we’re looking forward to celebrating the leaders, businesses, and organizations who make Sarasota thrive.

This signature event is made possible through the support of our incredible sponsors and partners, whose commitment helps shine a spotlight on excellence across our community.

We are proud to recognize the Herald-Tribune Media Group as our Presenting Sponsor, and thank them for their partnership in elevating Sarasota’s business story.

Tickets are going quickly, and only a limited number remain for this special afternoon of recognition and connection.

Friday, June 26, 2026
11:00 AM – 1:15 PM
The Ora

Secure your seat now at www.sarasotachamber.com!

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1945 Fruitville Road
Sarasota, FL
34236

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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