A Conversation with Sue Dick: Celebrating a Legacy of Leadership
For over two decades, Sue Dick has been a driving force behind Tallahassee’s growth and success. As President & CEO of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, her leadership has influenced every corner of our community—spearheading bold workforce and education initiatives, championing infrastructure and economic development, and building partnerships that continue to shape our region’s […]
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TSC President’s Blog: Inaugural AI Innovation Summit to Shape the Region’s Future
Blog submission authored by Dr. Jim Murdaugh, President, Tallahassee State College Tallahassee State College was proud to host the inaugural AI Innovation Summit in partnership with the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce. Held on our main campus, the summit brought together a dynamic mix of leaders from across the region—representing education, business, government, technology, and […]
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ASPIRE Capital Region Launches New Education Data Tools to Drive Strategic Collaboration in Leon County
A new education data dashboard and summary publication is now available in Leon County, marking a major milestone in ASPIRE Capital Region’s effort to enhance data-informed decision-making across education and workforce initiatives. Developed through a collaborative effort, these tools aim to help local stakeholders integrate robust education data into their ongoing projects to maximize impact. The release supports a […]
The 2025 Best & Brightest Awards honor 139 High School Seniors
With almost $1.1 million awarded in scholarships since its inception, the Best & Brightest Awards celebrated 20 years of stellar student achievement on May 14 as graduates of the class of 2025 took their spotlight. Thunderous applause resounded in the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall at Florida State University as 139 high school seniors beamed from […]
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President/CEO Search Update: Chamber Seeking a Dynamic and Visionary Leader to Drive the Chamber’s Strategic Direction and Growth
The Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce is a powerful advocate for business, working to create a thriving economy and driving a higher quality of life for our community. This role is responsible for leading the Chamber’s strategic direction, advocating for business interests, and driving initiatives that foster economic growth, attract new businesses, support and grow […]
SURPRISE: Six Riley Elementary Kindergarten Students Awarded 1-Year College Scholarships
Six kindergartners and their families at John G. Riley Elementary School received a life-changing surprise: scholarships to cover tuition for their first year of college. The inaugural Classroom Connection Scholarships at Riley came as the result of donations from five local businesses and one family participating in the Tallahassee Chamber’s Classroom Connection Program. A partnership […]
WOW 2.0 Connects High School Seniors to Jobs and Career Pathways with Purpose
More than 100 graduating high school seniors attended Tuesday’s Worlds of Work 2.0 event and left with job offers from local employers. The first annual event was a scaled-down version of the North Florida Worlds of Work, better known as “WOW” — a two-day interactive job showcase that launched in 2023. The larger event is […]
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Tallahassee Chamber President & CEO Sue Dick to Pursue New Ventures After 30 Years of Service
The Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce announces that Sue Dick, who has dedicated 30 years to the organization, including 25 years as President and CEO, will be transitioning from the Chamber to explore new opportunities. Sue will continue to lead the Chamber until December 2025, ensuring a smooth and effective transition. Named President after a […]
M.CAST 2025 TRENDS REPORT
The 2025 M.Cast™ Trends Report highlights the unique and fascinating intersection between the rapid advancement of technology-driven solutions and the enduring quest for human connection. With the mega trend of artificial intelligence reshaping nearly every industry, from healthcare to finance to marketing, education and entertainment, the magnitude is so significant we’ve included considerations and implications […]
World of Work Making an Impact on Future Educators
Sports tourism, welding and public safety — all career options that Big Bend high school students got to explore at the Worlds of Work Expo Friday. But one field at the source of it all — education. The Worlds of Work expo introduced thousands of students to the futures they could have. With a real […]
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North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo puts the “WOW” in Job Awareness
For the second year, the Worlds of Work event immersed more than 3,000 high school students in an interactive career expo designed to introduce them to careers readily available in their backyard. The layout was split into 10 “Worlds of Work” that included public safety, technology, healthcare, hospitality and tourism, professional services, construction and engineering […]
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The Florida Channel Showcases Worlds of Work in this week’s Capitol Update
A coalition of groups in North Florida organized the “World of Work.” The annual event, held at Tallahassee State College, is designed to introduce high school students to high demand and high paying careers. With an emphasis on hands-on experiences, it’s not your typical career fair. https://thefloridachannel.org/videos/10-24-24-capitol-update-extended-event-exposes-youth-to-promising-careers […]
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Chamber Urges Blueprint IA to Continue Commitment for Investment in Infrastructure and Economic Development Projects
On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, this correspondence is to underscore the critical importance of the Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency’s (IA) commitment to the vision for investment in infrastructure and economic development projects within our community given the most recent Blueprint IA meetings and discussions of projects. For […]
Inaugural North Florida Worlds of Work Completed with Great Success
The inaugural North Florida Worlds of Work (WOW) welcomed over 2,000 high school students to the campuses of Tallahassee Community College and Lively Technical College last Thursday and Friday. By all accounts, the event was a huge success! Over 100 employers (bringing at least 300 employees with them) engaged with students through a variety of […]
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Corrie Melton, Vice President of Membership and Talent Development Named Florida’s Workforce Partner of the Year
This morning, Corrie Melton, Vice President of Membership and Talent Development at the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce was recognized as the Florida’s Workforce Partner of the Year by the Florida Workforce Development Association. This award announcement was made at the 2023 Workforce Professional Development Summit in Orlando, Florida where hundreds of Workforce Development leaders and partners […]
Chamber Launches Initiative to Help Advance Tallahassee
The Chamber Invites You to Share Your Opinion on Tallahassee’s Future, Asks Residents “How Would You Advance Tallahassee?” The Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce has launched a new initiative inviting Tallahassee business leaders and community members at large to answer a simple yet foundational question: “How would you advance Tallahassee?” As Tallahassee enters its bicentennial […]
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Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce Foundation receives a $50,000 grant from Truist Foundation in support of local talent efforts
Florida is the country’s third most populous state and by 2030, the Capital City will need more than 12,000 new jobs to be prepared for the future. Leon County has one of the highest job-growth stagnation rates of any other county in the state and the community is facing a critical talent shortage. As a […]
We Believe in and Practice What We Sell – Recognition, Sam Varn, Awards4U
When I moved my family to Tallahassee in 1987, I knew one person – my brother. I had just bought our company and I was eager to build and expand our customer base. I had previously worked for a large awards company in Tampa for 11 years, spending the last six, opening and developing one […]
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Godby High School Principal and Head of Guidance Recognized for FAFSA Efforts
Through the efforts of our volunteers, with the support of Susan and Desmond, the percentage of seniors that completed the FAFSA increased from 18% in March 2021 to 41% in March 2022. […]
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Classroom Connection: An Investment in our Future Leaders
Numbers don’t lie and the staggering statistics we saw through our Community Scorecard and the Florida Chamber’s Scorecard prompted us to take action as a business community on an issue that will have great effects on the future of our community. Currently, there are more than 10,000 students living in poverty in Leon County. Nearly […]
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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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