The Keyholder committee team’s primary focus is recruiting new members and retaining current members through education and mentorship as well as volunteering to assist with Chamber hosted events.
We believe in the power of great ideas and that these ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time.
We continually adapt through the shifting economic landscape. We use data and community feedback to guide our course.
The Keyholder committee team’s primary focus is recruiting new members and retaining current members through education and mentorship as well as volunteering to assist with Chamber hosted events.
Co-Chair: Curtis Cantrell, SouthTel
Co-Chair: Jim Beran, Gilmore Services
Third Friday of every month @ Noon; Location varies each month
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The Keyholders Committee met on February 18, 2022, at Hub Stacey’s at The Point.
Present: Curtis Cantrell, Sally Bowen, Dean Wood (and guest) and Chamber staff Lori Raisch
The next Keyholder meeting is scheduled for Friday, March 18th, 2022, at the Deep Blue Food Truck. Check the Events Calendar for more updated location details.
The Keyholders Committee meets on the third Friday of each month at noon, location varies.
Works in partnership with our local leadership, public entities, and nonprofits to support the community as a whole. Advocating for the vitality of the local business, preserving the quality of life, and campaigning for safety. All helping to achieve the goal of community development.
Chair: Wayne Garrison, Capital City Home Loans
First Wednesday of every month @ 9:00 AM; Chamber of Commerce conference room
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The Business and Community Advocacy Committee met on April 6, 2022, at 9:00 am.
In attendance: Wayne Garrison, Dee Marie Fisher, Connie Walker, Charles Krupnick, and PKACC staff Tammy Thurow, Jo Ann Slaydon & Lori Raisch
The next meeting of the Business and Economic Development Committee will take place on May 4th at 9:00 am in the Chamber Conference Room
The Business & Community Advocacy Committee meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 9:00 am at the Perdido Chamber: 15500 Perdido Key Dr. Pensacola, FL 32507.
Being the Cradle of Naval Aviation since 1913, our economy relies heavily on military members and their families within our community. Our committee focuses on inclusion, appreciation, and giving back to those who have served and to make the Perdido Area a desirable community for military families to live, work, and play.
Chair: Erin Wilmer, Edward Jones Financial Advisor
Last Tuesday of every month @ 4:30 PM; Edward Jones Office, Sorrento Road
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Events:
The Military Appreciation Council met on April 26, 2022, at 4:30 pm.
In attendance: Erin Wilmer, Dayre Lias, Craig Mc Donnell, Karl Schwelm, John Griffin, Dorothy Tampary, Brandy O’Bryant, Al Giordano, Louise Treft, and Chamber Staff – Tammy Thurow, & Lori Raisch
Rosamond Johnson Beach Day celebration was the first thing on the Agenda. The ceremony begins at 10 AM at Johnson Beach in the Gulf Islands National Seashore. The program is confirmed and Erin obtained the official proclamation from the County Board of Commissioners.
Volunteers are welcome to help with set up and load out – set up will begin at 8:30 and the event will end at approximately noon. Entrance fees to the park will be waived that morning for participants in the ceremony.
The main item of discussion was the 2022 Military Appreciation Festival and Luau on May 21st at Bayou Grande Marina onboard NAS Pensacola.
Sponsors are being sought for both cash and in-kind donations. In addition to the cash sponsorship provided to MWR, we need to provide 25 prizes, each with a value of at least $50. Lori has contacted past sponsors and will be sending the sponsorship information to all Chamber members.
Approximately 50 volunteers will be needed. Steve Wilmer will lead the volunteers in 3 separate groups for setup, during the event, and for tear down. Kiwanis will be providing 10 volunteers for the kid’s games. No active-duty volunteers will be recruited as this should be their day to enjoy.
Non-DOD ID holders who want to volunteer will need to fill out a SECNAV 5512 form in advance. Erin will be sending that form out to all committee members.
Craig Mc Donnell offered to set up and run the shave ice booth if someone can provide the supplies needed.
The Chamber of Commerce will provide a selfie station for participants to take fun photos.
Bill Marvel has secured the Hurricane simulator booth.
Erin has a couple of carnival-type games that can be utilized.
Lori will contact Reno’s Reptiles, The Blue Wahoos, and OWA for prizes, activities, and mascot appearances.
Our next meeting will be on May 10, 2022, at 4:30 p.m.
The Military Appreciation Council meets on the last Tuesday of each month at 4:30 pm at the Edward Jones Investments Office: 12385 Sorrento Road, Suite D2 Pensacola, FL 32507.