
Clay County Chamber of Commerce Wishes everyone a very happy and safe Thanksgiving Holiday!

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Make New Contacts at Let’s Do Lunch
Join the Chamber of Commerce for an exciting NEW lunch program titled “Let’s Do Lunch” on Wednesday, November 18 at the Country Club of Orange Park from 11:30 to 1 p.m. The cost is $12 per person. Try out the newest way to make business contacts. This month’s feature will be “Changes... in the Newspaper Industry” Our guest speaker and facilitator is Lucy Talley, Publisher of the Florida Times Union and Jacksonville.com. Prior to being promoted in April, she was the newspaper’s associate publisher. She joined Morris Publishing Group in 2006 as vice president of newspapers and assumed responsibility for Skirt! magazine and skirt.com in December of 2007. For more information, contact Greg Voss at 904.264.7503.
The Chamber is highlighting “Be A Santa To A Senior” sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care at this month’s Let’s Do Lunch. Please bring the following items to the lunch to help fill Christmas bags for seniors: hand lotion, body lotion, shampoo, conditioner, brush & combs.
Time:11:30AM Wednesday, November 18th
Location:2525 Country Club Blvd. Orange Park, Florida

Clay County Chamber of Commerce Thank you to all our members and volunteers, we appreciate all you contribute! Join the Chamber and fellow members TODAY at Journey Church - 797 Blanding Blvd 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. As we grill out to show our appreciation. Free hotdogs, hamburgers, beverages, and more!

Clay County Chamber of Commerce Join us - 5-7 p.m. at Buffalo's Southwest Cafe tonight for Business After-hours sponsored by the Real Yellow Pages and Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Journey Church on Blanding Blvd for Member Appreciation and free hotdogs, hamburgers, and drinks!

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The Clay County Commission has taken a formal stance against the so-called Hometown Democracy amendment.On Tuesday, the commission approved a resolution opposing Amendment Four, which would give voters the authority to approve or deny at the polls any

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In 2010, Floridians will vote on the controversial Amendment 4 - a proposed change to our state Constitution. If adopted, Amendment 4 would cost many jobs and seriously harm Florida's economic future and our ability to recover from the current recession.

Clay County Chamber of Commerce SAVE THE DATE - January 6, 2010 Dale Brill with Office of Tourism, Trade, & Economic Development is speaking at the Economic Development Luncheon.

Clay County Chamber of Commerce Experience the Journey East: CHINA - Thursday October 15, 5:30 p.m. at the Marriott on Wells Rd. join us for an informational orientation on this incredible offer and unique experience!

Clay County Chamber of Commerce Try out the newest way to make business contacts. This month’s feature will be “Power Networking” and will provide participants with a structured networking environment that allows them to speak with different individuals in one-on-one, five-minute increments. Our guest speaker and facilitator is John Bryan, Managing P...artner of Improv! Corporate Workshops. John is a corporate consultant with 10 years in process management, business strategy and organizational development.
Exciting NEW Lunch Program
Time:11:30AM Wednesday, October 21st
Location:Golf Club at Fleming Island

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Experience the Journey East to CHINA” - a nine day business and cultural tour, April 4 – 12, 2010. The Clay County Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Citslinc International to offer this unique opportunity to explore global markets and capitalize on the opening of East/West trade lanes, build relationships and bui...ld your business. You will also learn about the Chinese business system and have the opportunity to meet with Chinese business leaders. We can arrange meetings with Embassy personnel, the Foreign Trade Service, and American companies already doing business in China.
Take advantage of this exclusive package, only $1,999 per person (double occupancy) for Clay County Chamber members . “Experience the Journey East to CHINA” incorporates visits to Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou. This will be an all inclusive package for participants with round-trip international travel - departure from New York (JFK Airport), business meetings, foreign trade services, 3 meals per day, four and five star hotel accommodations, ground transportation, airport taxi’s, English-speaking tour guides and attractions. Non-Member Price: $2,299 per person. Space is limited! Please visit http://www.clayedo.com for more information or call our office at 904.394.0646
The “Journey East to CHINA” orientation and informational session will be held on October 15, 2009 for at 5:30 p.m. at the Courtyard Marriott located at 610 Wells Road. Don’t miss this opportunity.
Chamber Business & Cultural Trip to China
Time:12:00AM Sunday, April 4th
Location:China

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Acclaimed as the premiere networking event in the county, the Business & Health Expo will have something for everybody. The event will attract both business professionals who are seeking a place to network and to secure qualified leads as well as health conscious individuals from the community who are looking to learn more about leading a healthy lifestyle.
Clay County's Premier Networking Event
Time:4:00PM Thursday, September 24th
Location:Thrasher-Horne Conference Center

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This will be an exciting finish to an all-star race. Find out who the top finishers are in the victory lane. The fun begins with a reception starting at 5:30 p.m. followed by the awards and installation program. The event will feature a race cars, themed menu, music, games and more.
Highlights include recognition ...of volunteers, Business Person of the Year award and Business Education Partner of the Year. The night would not be complete if we did not install our new board members and recognize outgoing board members.
The event also features a Silent Auction to benefit the Chamber Foundation, a 501(c) (3) organization. All of the proceeds benefit education. Quality items are needed to make this another huge success. We raised $1,300 at last year’s inaugural auction. The monies were used to purchase classroom supplies which were distributed to 500+ teachers at the our annual Teacher Appreciation Expo. Please contact Amy Boyson at (904) 370-1952 or aboyson@wm.com.
The following sponsorship opportunities are available: Pole Position ($650): Reserved seating for eight (8) at the awards & installation reception; Verbal recognition during program; Recognition in social media campaign; Company name on event signage; Recognition in slideshow; Recognition in event program and recognition in Chamber magazine. Lap Leader ($400): Seating for four (4) at the awards & installation reception; Recognition in slideshow; Recognition in event program and recognition in Chamber magazine. Pit Crew ($200): Seating for two (2) at the awards & installation reception; Recognition in slide show and recognition in event program. Driver ($45): Seating for one (1).
This past year we ignited the pulse of business and in the coming year we will be “Driving Business Forward”. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this pinnacle event. Qualify your race team today. RSVP to events@claychamber.com no later than Friday, October 13, 2009. For more information, please contact Leigh Ann Rassler at (904) 264-0718 or Joyce di Monda at (904) 264-2531.
Rev Up Your Engines
Time:5:30PM Tuesday, October 20th
Location:Thrasher Horne Conference Center

Clay County Chamber of Commerce Requesting items for the upcoming silent auction at our Annual Awards & Installation Reception (October 20 at the Thrasher-Horne Conference Center). Hotel vouchers, vacation rentals, sport memorabilia, concerts and ballets, Florida attractions (think Zoo, SeaWorld etc.) All proceeds benefit the Chamber Foundation whic...h supports education in Clay County. Contact Leigh Ann at 264-0718. THANK YOU!

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You are invited to watch the Jacksonville Suns take on the Chattanooga Lookouts on Monday, August 31st. The game starts at 7:05 p.m.
Enjoy the Belly Buster Special for $20: Includes 1 tickets and all you can eat hotdogs, hamburgers, ice cream treats, popcorn and sodas. Pick up a coupon for $5 off at the Chamber.
Night at the Suns
Time:7:05PM Monday, August 31st
Location:Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville




















