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2006 Organization & Leadership
» President's welcome message
» Chamber organization and leadership
» Chamber staff
Chairman of the Board:
Dr. David Goetsch, Okaloosa-Walton College
Treasurer:
Mark Day, Twin Cities Hospital
Chairman Elect:
Greg Smith, Gulf Power Company
Past Chairman:
Marion Riley Taylor, Maximum Management & Leasing
Community Development Division
Vice Chairman:
Philippe Miceli, BankTrust
Mission:
To position the Chamber of Commerce as a forum used by the public, the military, businesses and the cities for joint projects and interests involving our area.
Government Affairs Committee Chair:
Greg Smith, Gulf Power Company
Mission:
To educate our membership and community of the issues in local, state and federal government.
Objectives:
Monitor city, county and state governments.
Military Affairs Committee Chair:
Bernie DeLong, Vanguard Bank
Mission:
To support the military mission and to enhance the relationship between the community and the military.
Objectives:
Provide activities to visibly promote the Niceville-Valparaiso-Bay Area as a strong supporter of the military. Explore initiatives to protect the viability of our military and civilian partnership.
Programs:
Eglin Air Show Participants Party, Spring and Fall Socials, Awards for Senior NCO, NCO; and Airman of the Quarter at Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field and Duke Field.
Education Committee (Chamber Foundation) Chair:
Brian Walsh, Key Lime Homes
Mission:
To initiate and provide a partnership between the educational and
business communities to enhance the quality of education.
Objectives:
Promote interaction between the business and education communities. Promote continuing and higher education opportunities for the citizens of the Bay Area.
Programs:
Teacher of the Year Recognition, Student of the Month Recognition, Parent Volunteer Recognition
Public Relations Division
Vice Chairman:
Darlene Taylor, Ruckel Properties
Mission:
To facilitate business involvement in the community through a variety of events and activities.
Fourth of July Fireworks (Chamber Foundation) Chair:
Scott Jackson, Gulf Power Company
Objective:
To organize the annual fireworks display held on July 4th.
Host Committee Chair:
Debbie Lewis, ERA American Realty of Northwest Florida
Mission:
To honor individuals and groups which make significant contributions to enhance the quality of life in the Bay Area.
Membership Development Division
Vice Chairman:
Brian Walsh, Key Lime Homes, Inc.
Mission:
To create real and perceived value of Chamber membership to all
businesses in the Bay Area and to perpetuate the long-term success of the Chamber and its member businesses.
Ambassadors Committee Chair:
Joel Spaulding, Baywalk Real Estate
Mission:
Maintain high visibility and serve as official greeters at Chamber events.
Programs:
Ribbon Cuttings, Sponsor Holiday Lights Business After Hours, and assist with Business After Hours and Second Wednesday Breakfast.
Business Development Committee Chair:
Martha Miller, Vanguard Bank
Mission:
To create, provide and promote benefi ts and services for chamber members to advance the prosperity of the Bay Area business community.
Objective:
Identify needs and concerns of local businesses and provide resources to them.
Programs:
Monthly Television Program, Educational Seminars, Networking at Noon and Chamber website.
Membership Committee Chair:
Tim Stapleton, Emerald Coast Executive Solutions
Mission:
To encourage participation and involvement creating added value to membership and increased retention rates.
Programs:
Retention and New Member Luncheon Programs.
Special Events Division
Vice Chairman:
Steve Schutt, Superior Home Loans
Mission:
To host special events and fundraisers to further enhance involvement in the community.
Boggy Bayou Golf Classic Annual Golf Tournament
Chair: Jenni Brunson, Twin Cities Hospital
Held in the spring each year offering the opportunity to highlight your business and network with other members of the community.
Buy the Bayou Auction
Chair: Beverly Rasmussen, ERA American Realty
8th Annual Auction
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center/ Twin Cities Hospital Mid-Bay Bridge Run/Walk
Chair: Steve Schutt, Superior Home Loans
Bluewater Bay to Destin. This event provides the opportunity to further enhance the relationship of the Chamber with the Community. Proceeds benefit the Chamber and local school cross country teams
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