Thursday, March 25, 2010

One week left to have lunch with John Ashcroft

The deadline to register for the April 6 Business-Building Lunch with former US Attorney General John Ashcroft is April 1. Only 70 seats remain, and none will be sold at the door. So if you want to attend, you need to order now before those last seats are taken. You know what to do.

We hope to see you there!

Sunday, March 14, 2010

Worth waking early for

I'm not a morning person, but I cranked the alarm clock back half an hour to get to Fellowship Friday today. I'm glad I did.

President Mark Goldstein developed this weekly meeting format so he could spend more quality time with chamber members. Every Friday Mark shows up at a designated Panera location, where he will help us help each other effectively grow our businesses.

This is not a mingling scenario where you wander about for a while, making small talk with as many people as possible. This is a small group scenario where we share our strengths and challenges and talk about how God is moving in our lives.

This is an ideal format for introverts because it is structured and small. It's ideal for anyone who likes to bounce ideas off others and get good advice from people who care.

Mark will be riding the circuit, as it were, stopping at a Panera near you. Stop in once in a while and get to know some of your fellow members on a deeper level. Pray, brainstorm, encourage and be encouraged.

And if it's a bit early for you … well, you can always grab a good cup of coffee.

Upcoming meetings:

March 26: 1210 S. International Pkwy. (at Lake Mary Blvd.)
April 2: 3131 Daniels Rd. (Winter Garden Village at Fowlers Grove)

All meetings begin at 7:30 a.m. and end when the last person leaves.

If you have any questions or want to recommend a location, call Mark at (407) 484-3899.

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Lunch with John Ashcroft


John Ashcroft will be the featured speaker at the chamber's April 6 luncheon. Ashcroft is currently a professor of law and government at Regent University, which made his appearance possible. You might remember him from some of his earlier roles: governor of Missouri, senator, and U.S. attorney general.
Ashcroft led the U.S. law enforcement community following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. His tenure was highlighted by forceful public advocacy of a strong anti-terrorism strategy.

All seats must be paid for in advance. We will not be selling tickets at the door for this event.

When: Tuesday, April 6, 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Doors will open at 10:45 a.m.
Where: Faith Hall, First Baptist Orlando
Cost: $20 for chamber members and $30 for nonmembers.

Order online or (407) 814-1124.
Thank You To Our March Lunch Sponsor Regent University.