Author: Dana Noles

Tallahassee-based startup Piersica Inc. has developed next-generation technology to make batteries faster and more efficient. It specializes in “solid-state batteries,” which refers to a rechargeable battery that uses a solid electrolyte (the material that allows batteries to recharge and discharge energy) instead of the liquid or gel electrolyte that’s in traditional lithium-ion batteries.  Founded in […]

Read More… from Chamber Hosts Lunch & Learn Highlighting Piersica, a Tallahassee Startup Developing Next Generation Technology for Batteries

The Greater Tallahassee Chamber Foundation, Inc. is proud to announce its partnership with the Florida Blue Foundation to support talent, education, and workforce development programming. Florida Blue’s investments will help expand a portfolio of programs designed to increase economic mobility through education and employment, including the North Florida Worlds of Work (WOW) Career Expo, the […]

Read More… from Florida Blue Foundation Supports Chamber Workforce Development Initiatives with $50K Grant

Opportunity doesn’t always knock quietly. Sometimes, it bursts through the door, inviting everyone to step inside. That’s exactly what will happen later this week when the Worlds of Work (WOW) Career Expo returns to Tallahassee. For two days, on Oct. 23–24, the campuses of Tallahassee State College and Lively Technical College will be transformed into […]

Read More… from Need a career incentive, next job? Worlds of Work Career Expo is for you

For the first time, the community is invited to join North Florida students in exploring career pathways, participating in hands-on job explorations, and on-site interviews with employers during Community WOW. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — This year marks the 3rd Annual North Florida Worlds of Work career exploration event, presented by the Talent Development Council, which will take place Thursday, Oct. 23 […]

Read More… from 850 Magazine Promotes 3rd Annual North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo

The “Tallahassee Data Hub Roundtable” event was part of a statewide tour discussions hosted by the Florida Chamber Foundation, which is hosting similar events in cities like Jacksonville and Orlando. Two dozen program directors, business leaders and others gathered Tuesday to dive into what’s working and still needed to build out Leon County’s talent pipeline […]

Read More… from Corrie Melton, VP of Membership & Talent Development, Participates in Florida Chamber’s Data Hub Roundtable

Florida State University and Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) have approved the structure for a historic partnership agreement to create an academic health center in Tallahassee, a development that will transform health care in North Florida and expand FSU’s mission in education and research.  In a joint statement, FSU President Richard McCullough and TMH CEO Mark […]

Read More… from FSU and Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Join Forces to Establish Academic Health Center 

The recent acts of violence in our parks and public spaces, including incidents at Cascades and Jack McLean Park, have deeply impacted our community. These spaces represent community, connection and celebration, and we stand with all those affected. We are grateful for the swift and courageous response of local law enforcement. Their dedication to protecting […]

Read More… from Chamber Statement Regarding Crime & Violence in Our Community