The hardest part about community involvement is often knowing where to start. […]
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Every day is a new opportunity to find inspiration for our community. Our Chamber team is often seen across Tallahassee and Leon County at various events, gatherings, summits and roundtables where speakers tell stories with an intent to inspire. Sometimes the content is moving and sometimes it falls short, but no matter the program there […]
One of the most important roles we assume as staff of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce is that of advocate. Every day, we serve as advocates on behalf of our members and the broader business community. More times than not, that means representing the interests of business when dealing with local government and other […]
On the campus of Florida State University, there is a building called Dodd Hall. With its beautiful Gothic architecture and tall stained-glass windows, this building that once housed the university library is one of the more recognizable at FSU. Above the main entrance of Dodd Hall is an elegant inscription that reads, “The half of knowledge […]
When most folks think about the Chamber, they might first recall our building at 300 East Park Avenue, but we are much more than just a place for the business community to gather. The Chamber is a mindset. It’s a living, breathing network of people who share common interests and similar desires for our community. From our […]
Like a loaf of bread in your cupboard, every company will eventually go stale. When that happens, there are numerous problems that ensue. Sales decline, revenue plummets, people leave their jobs and customers disappear. It happens every day and often it’s because the flow of ideas has run dry. New ideas are the lifeblood of […]
When most people think of leadership, what often comes to mind are stereotypical images of elected officials, CEO’s, military generals or something of the like. All of those are accurate depictions of leadership but most of the world’s leaders don’t fit that profile. Instead they are found working at the grassroots level of their communities, in roles that don’t usually get much credit, fame, or notoriety. Here in Tallahassee […]
For any company, it’s important to know what you’re selling. If you’ve ever seen one of our membership brochures, you have probably read the long list of reasons we believe businesses should join the Chamber. Chambers of Commerce are great for networking, learning about a community and finding ways to get involved around town, but let’s be honest – folks join organizations […]
The Donald L. Tucker Civic Center is the largest indoor event space in Tallahassee. In its nearly 40-year history, the Civic Center has hosted basketball games, arena football, ice hockey, monster truck rallies, concerts, professional wrestling, Broadway shows, graduations, political debates and a myriad of local events put on by many of our great hometown […]
Some years ago, I was searching for an idea that could help sell Tallahassee to graduates of our local colleges and universities. The intent was to find a turn of phrase that could make my contemporaries think about our City in a different way. While scribbling down some ideas, I wrote out the call letters for our City’s airport, “T.L.H.”, […]
Why I joined the Chamber
“As an active Chamber member and member of Leads Group 4, I have been able to significantly grow our brand in this area. The networking opportunities are endless - my favorite being the Professional Women's Forum. They always have dynamic speakers and have an excellent turnout. I definitely recommend businesses to not only join The Chamber but to get involved! Attend the events, join a Leads Group and take advantage of all the opportunities The Chamber provides. You won't regret it!”
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