Business After Hours June 12th 5:30-7:30 ~ Hosted by: Goal of our membership drive: The larger our membership at Chamber Luncheon the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce, June 18th, 12pm-1pm ~Hosted by the louder and more powerful our voice and abilities are to advocate, support, and promote our business members and our community. See flyer for more info. Member Benefit "TIP OF THE MONTH" Guest speaker: Don’t miss out! Network, meet new people, have a drink and some food, Danise Henriquez, Monroe County Tax Collector all for FREE at our Monthly Business After Hours! Members only. Topic: Illegal Vacation Rentals and more Contact Erika for more info: Please RSVP!!! [email protected] 305.743.5417 Please welcome our new members! ST. PAUL AME CHURCH AMERICAN COASTAL VACATION RENTALS APPRAISAL CERTIFIED SERVICES 208 41st St, Marathon, FL 33050 9141 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050 Key Largo - Key West, FL Tel: 786-554-1285 Tel: 305-743-6881 Fax: 1-305-743-3387 Tel: 305-481-0367 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Visitor Center Member REGAN INSURANCE AGENCY INC PHOTO DESIGN BY NATALIE AMERICAN COASTAL VACATION RENTALS 8095 Overseas Hwy Keyswide, FL 9141 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050 Marathon, FL 33050 Tel: 860-841-2056 Tel: 305-743-6881 Fax: 1-305-743-3387 Tel: 305-852-3234 Fax: 305-852-3703 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Chamber Ambassadors: Mike Puto, Sandra Bradshaw, Kristen Livengood, Trish Hintze, Jill Bell, Simone Stanton and Christina McIntyre Chamber Email/Internet Member Referral Program Member Meetings Marketing Program Please email or call for more information on our new- successfully refers another business to join, they Zonta Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at est marketing program! We will be sending out will receive $25 in “Chamber Bucks!” Chamber 5:30pm at the Florida Keys Country Club monthly email blasts to a growing list of visitors Bucks can be used to attend monthly luncheon Habitat for Humanity meets the 3rd Monday (14,000+) and travel writers (300+). The email blast meetings or for advertising opportunities through of every month at 6pm at new office 8055 O/S Hwy will consist of up to 20 business listings (includes pic- our website or newsletter. Marathon Lions Club meets the 4th Monday of every ture/logo, contact info and website link) as well as a month at the Elks Lodge calendar of events. This blast is a great way to get Keys AHEC Senior Fitness Classes (ages 55+) at Key noticed by travel writers and potential visitors. Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at 12:00pm Colony City Hall Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday The cost is only $35/month to participate. at the Florida Keys Country Club at 8am Call 305-743-7111 ext 204 (305) 743-5417 or [email protected] BPW/Marathon meets the 1st Thursday of each month. Keys AHEC Free Quit Smoking Help Tues 10:30am & Anytime a current member of the Chamber 5:30pm at the Hyatt/Faro Blanco Lighthouse Grill Thurs 5:00pm in Gulfside Village Chamber Member Recap Monthly Stats New/Current Member Orientation: New Members This Month: 5 April 2019 We want to ensure you are able to take full advantage of your chamber Total Members: 528 Total Visitors 1923 (daily ave. 68) membership. Please set up a Member Orientation with Erika to learn more Visitor Center Recap Without Reservations 37% about how you can maximize your membership with us and utilize member New Members: 1 Top State FL benefits that will help you and your business. Contact Erika for more info: Total Members: 97 Top Country Canada [email protected] / 305-743-5417 Check out the "Where to Play" section of the Chamber's website for yoga, dance, paint classes and more! In Other News... Please call/email and let us know about upcoming events or community news for our newsletter, social media pages and online calendar. Or take advantage of our advertising opportunities with a flyer or ad space! 305-743-5417 or [email protected]. Or Submit Your Own Event! Now YOU can submit your own events to our online calendar. Visit www.floridakeysmarathon.com and Click to Submit Your Event or call the Chamber for details. Executive Membership Circle Starfish Level The Art Studio Angelfish Level Iberia Bank • First State Bank • Hawks Cay • Florida Keys Media • Mt. Sinai Cardiology of the Keys Isla Bella Beach Resort • Florida Keys Electric Co-op Marathon Marina & Boatyard Seahorse Level Centennial Bank • BB&T Bank Keys Federal Credit Union • D’Asign Source Fishermen’s Community Hospital Weekly Newspaper • Marlin Bay Yacht Club Dolphin Connection JOIN US! CHAMBER AFTER HOURS EVENT For delicious Hosted by appetizers and drinks Wednesday, June 12th 2019 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM 1 Knights Key Blvd. Marathon, FL 33050 **Parking is limited, please carpool if possible. Parking spots are on a first come first serve basis. New members joining in June will receiving the following FREE/Discounted items: 1) FL Keys Media (WAVK; 97.7 only): FREE radio ads for two (2) weeks. Offer valid only during the months of July, August, and September. 2) Marathon Weekly: FREE business spotlight ad. 3) Florida Keys Free Press: FREE business spotlight ad. 4) 101.7 Pirate Radio: Buy 45 ads get 15 Free. Lowest Deal they have offered! 5) Timeout Magazine: 50% off for three ad runs (Includes ad design.) 6) Marathon & The Middle Florida Keys Magazine: 20% off all ads. 7) Marathon UPS Store: 1000 rack cards for $150.00, 30% off mailbox rental for 6 months, and 50% off business cards for first time customers. 8) US1 Graphics: New members get a FREE 32oz. stainless steel drinking tumbler ($50.00 value) and a discount package on business printing, branded clothing, tee shirts, signs and banners. 9) Miami Herald | FLKeysNews.com: Purchase of 100,000 impressions and get a FREE Color Ad in the Miami Herald. Chamber Members get a free initial advertising consulting. Full Page Miami Herald ad and 50,000 digital impressions for $2,000, Typical value is $6,000. 10) Two Oceans Digital: 50% off new advertising on Fla-Keys.com, Floridakeys.com and KeyWest.com (3 months: June-August). FREE Digital Marketing Consultation – includes basic SEO Audit and Local Search Scan. 11) Marathon Chamber of Commerce: 20% off advertising. (Visitor Center, Newsletter, web banner, travel e-blast; must be for a min 1 year commitment) •New Members joining in June will be entered into a raffle to win a FREE dinner for two (2), valued at $200.00 at Hideaway Cafe Restaurant• For more info and assistance please email [email protected] or call 305-743-5417. Thank you for helping to make the Marathon Chamber of Commerce a successful, impactful, and influential organization in our Middle Keys, Marathon, and FL Keys communities! Current members: Remember that for every referral you send us we give you $25 in chamber bucks, but for the month of June we will give you $40 in chamber bucks AND you will also be entered into a drawing to win a $50 gift card to a Marathon Chamber business-member of your choice. We appreciate YOU and your help in growing one of Marathon’s most impactful and influential organizations! Chamber Luncheon Hosted by Castaway Restaurant Marathon Chamber Board of Directors presents Chamber Director Jeff Smith of First State Bank, $5,000 donation to Take Stock in Children State Attorney Dennis Ward, State Representative Holly Raschein and Regional Director Lea Padron of Senator Rubio's office City Councilman Luis Gonzalez, Leigha Fox of Florida Keys Media and Erika Goodman of the Marathon Chamber, Planning Director George Garrett, Suzi Youngberg of American Cancer Society Tayla Torna of PFG/Performance Food Group, City Manager Chuck Lindsey, Regional Director Lea Padron Jeanine Christiansen of the Marathon Chamber and and Monroe County Commissioner Michelle Coldiron Chamber Ambassador Trish Hintze of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Stacey Dumas of Benefit Solutions, Kim Crouthamel of Susan Prichard of Marathon Marina with Claire Murray of Category 5/Barrett Printing, First State Bank, Sarah Brawer of Presents in Paradise, Master Chief USCG Station Timaree Sparks and Julie Johnson of Time Out Magazine and Lori Gaukel of Shady Palm Photography Chamber CEO Daniel Samess Alexia Mann of Island Breeze Realty MARATHON EVENTS & HAPPENINGS Every Friday June 6 June 15 10am-2pm Training: First Responders & Autism Daddy Daughter Dance Appliance & furniture sale Free admission compliments of 5:30pm-7:30pm at Kirk of the Keys to benefit Habitat for Humanity Autism Society of the Keys and U.M. Card Free event with music, food and refreshments 1700 Overseas Hwy 6pm-8pm at St. Mary’s Basilica School Library Sign up at www.kirkofthekeys.com/dance For info: 305-743-9828 ext.3 700 Truman Ave, Key West All are welcome! All first responders, families, June 1 teachers and therapists are encouraged to attend June 17-21 Battle in the Bay Dragon Boat Races For more info contact Jill 305-942-5172 The Art Studio Summer Art Camp Races begin at 8:30am at Sombrero Beach or [email protected] Camp #1 Ages 5-7 $185 Start a team, join a team or just cheer them on Clay hand-building, painting on canvas, wearable and enjoy some “serious beachin’ fun” wears, glass fusion, fun surprises and tasty treats! Beach party and awards celebration after the races June 8 Call 305-289-9013 to reserve CBSCF Bicycle Ride & Roll Dice Run Registration: 1:30pm at Sparky’s Landing “Cuda” Family Workshop Kickstands up: 3pm June 18 11am-12:30pm at The Art Studio Final stop: 4:30pm at Cabana Club Chamber Luncheon Explore mixed media art with this oil pastel for a pool party and free burgers and dogs 12pm-1pm at Triton Seafood Restaurant resist watercolor workshop.