It was on my to-do list to become a member of this organization for a long time. Finally, this summer I joined. I knew - joining a networking organization also means time commitment (because it's just like a gym, if you don't use your membership, it doesn't work). So, this summer it was about time to do it. The experience was just WOW! I mean, it's not my first chamber membership, I've been in 3 others (still kept membership for one of them) but yes - wow - this is a very new experience. I thought Punta Gorda is a tiny town, very calm etc... but I was so wrong. The activities are great, so many events and opportunities to connect with other people and so many opportunities to market our business. And the president is the most active I've ever seen and really caring. He is not just doing his job, I believe there is true passion behind this and this helps a lot to put this organization into this what it is right now. A buzzing swarm of great people, open to connect, talk, network. It's a really great experience and I just recently said to another new member, I should have joined...
Read moreBeing a Chamber member, we know that our sanctuary will be promoted by the Chamber, the networking and informational lunches we participate in is always helpful to stay out there in front of our community. The Punta Gorda Chamber (and its members) is like an extended family that supports one another because of how the Chamber staff always has our back! We appreciate being included in The Wine and Jazz festival every year, and any other events that will also keep in front of the community and visitors to Punta Gorda, which is imperative for our survival. We are blessed to have such a well run Chamber! So, thank you for all you do for...
Read moreI am a brand new member to the Punta Gorda Chamber. The group is extremely welcoming and very helpful. After joining. I found that there is many different businesses within the chamber that I didnt even knew existed until I joined. As a realtor we have requests from people all over the country looking to move to the area, andmy experience with the chamber has given me a leg up on those whom have not joined. The staff is some of the best people in town....knowledgeable, and most importantly... friendly. Great...
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