Chamber Blog

We’re Hiring: Chamber Seeks Director of Business Development

Every strong economy has a heartbeat, the businesses that grow, innovate, and push a region forward. At the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, that heartbeat is powered by relationships, real-time insights, and a deep commitment to helping employers thrive. We are excited to share this new position! DIRECTOR, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENTReports To: President & Chief Executive […]

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Leon High School Opens College & Career Readiness Center, Giving Students a Launchpad for Life After Graduation

Leon High School Opens College & Career Readiness Center, Giving Students a Launchpad for Life After Graduation Feb 16, 2026 | LCAN On January 29, 2026, Leon High School celebrated the grand opening of its new College and Career Readiness Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that drew school leaders, community partners, local officials, and champions of student […]

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

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 […]

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Florida Blue Foundation Supports Chamber Workforce Development Initiatives with $50K Grant

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 […]

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

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 […]

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850 Magazine Promotes 3rd Annual North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo

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 […]

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

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 […]

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FSU and Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Join Forces to Establish Academic Health Center 

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 […]

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Chamber Statement Regarding Crime & Violence in Our Community

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 […]

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Truist Foundation Awards The Greater Tallahassee Chamber Foundation with a $50,000 Grant to Advance Workforce Development

The Greater Tallahassee Chamber Foundation is proud to announce it has received a $50,000 grant from the Truist Foundation to support its ongoing efforts in talent, education, and workforce development across the region. Tallahassee is at a pivotal moment in workforce development. While the region boasts a growing economy and a diverse talent pool, gaps […]

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