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Friday, February 26, 2021Brooks & Brooks Law Firm Announces the Opening of a Second Office
Brooks & Brooks Law Firm is proud to announce the opening of a second location, as it expands its geographical location to Ruskin, FL. Located at 205 South U.S. Highway 41, the second office is now open for business and is staffed with a Spanish-speaking paralegal. Brooks & Brooks Law Firm handles multiple types of legal dilemmas, whether that is a car accident, a medical malpractice, a slip and fall, products liability, bankruptcy, wills and trusts, or estate planning needs.The following review best
Tuesday, February 23, 2021GRCC Announces 2020 Business of the Year Winners and 2020 Award Winnners
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Announces2020 Business of the Year Winners and 2020 Award Winners On February 23rd, the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) officially announced the 2020 Business of the Year and 2020 Award Winners at the GRCC Virtual Monthly Investor Meeting. The following individual GRCC Investors were acknowledged as 2020 Award Winners for their dedication, achievements and outstanding character while representing the chamber in the community: Joe Eletto, Century 21
Thursday, February 18, 2021Craig Beckinger of ABC Event Planning Wins 2021 Alignable Local Business Person of The Year
Beckinger Emerges as a Winner in National Competition Celebrating Hometown Business Heroes Supporting Peers During COVID EraThe largest online referral network for small businesses, Alignable.com is announcing the results of its month-long North American search for local business leaders who’ve gone above and beyond to help peers during the COVID Crisis. Today, Alignable’s network is honoring Craig Beckinger of ABC Event Planning as Brandon’s 2021 Alignable Local Business Person Of The Year! Alignable
Friday, February 12, 2021Senior Connection Center Announce Fifth Annual Mini-Grant Opportunity
The mission of Senior Connection Center (SCC) is to help older adults and persons with disabilities live with independence and dignity. This is a powerful statement and a noble cause that SCC strives to reach on a daily basis through their varied programs and services. As their name implies, SCC connect older adults, caregivers and persons with disabilities to the resources they need, as well as provide critical information where they can make more informed decisions about the resources they are
Tuesday, February 09, 2021LISC Now Accepting Applications for $10,000 Small Business Grants
Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), sponsored by Verizon, will award eligible small businesses with $10,000 grants, particularly in historically underserved communities hit hard by the pandemic. As small business owners across the country continue to face uncertainty amid the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, this grant opportunity will support recovery and aid in survival through the pandemic and beyond. With an overall commitment of $10 million, eligible expenses for the grant include:
Thursday, February 04, 2021U.S. Small Business Administration Offering Disaster Loans for Tropical Storm Eta
Florida businesses and residents affected by Tropical Storm Eta on Nov. 9 - 12, 2020 can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Acting SBA Administrator Tami Perriello announced. Administrator Perriello made the loans available in response to a letter from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Jan. 25, 2021 requesting a disaster declaration by the SBA. The declaration covers Pinellas County and the adjacent counties of Hillsborough and Pasco in Florida. “The SBA is
Tuesday, February 02, 2021How to Get Backlinks and Why Your Local Business Needs Them
When I was in marketing for a tech company in the beginning days of content marketing, links were gold. Every time someone linked to our content my boss got excited. While I loved the free publicity and SEO awesomeness we acquired from links, I hated the act of actively pursuing them. It felt like we were begging people to like us and—let’s face it—we were. But while a lot of things have changed since that time, the importance of links is still relevant. Search engines use links from other sources to your
Friday, January 29, 2021Think You have a Great Product or Service Idea? Here’s How to Know for Sure.
The world is full of gurus who will tell you to set some goals, drive action, make it happen. And that’s good advice. But just because you can, doesn’t always mean you should. Launching a new product or service is not something you want to do because you had a wild idea one morning over coffee or in the shower. There’s a lot more that goes into the launching of that product or service. But research and development can be pricey. What if you have a business idea you want to run with but don’t have the
Wednesday, January 27, 2021GRCC Announces 2020 Business of the Year Finalists
The Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) has proudly announced the nine (9) finalists for the 2020 Business of the Year Awards. In 2020, GRCC received ninety-two (92) nominations and the finalists were selected from criteria that includes accomplishments, community involvement, innovation, and leadership in the Greater Riverview community. The finalists for “Organizations with 5 or Less Employees” are An ABC Event, Inc., Image360 – Tampa/Ybor City, and Parwani Law, PA. An ABC Event, Inc. is
Monday, January 25, 2021Water Smart Tots, Inc. Receives $10,000 Grant from Tampa Bay Super Bowl LV Host Committee
GRCC is always on the hunt for grants and opportunities that will benefit the greater Riverview community. As a part of the “Forever 55” Legacy Grant Program, the Tampa Bay Super Bowl LV Host Committee has awarded $280,000 to 28 different local nonprofit organizations. Among those chosen to receive grant funding was GRCC investor Water Smart Tots, Inc. “It’s such an honor to be selected among many very noble organizations to receive the $10,000 microgrant,” said Kari Bahour, Founder and President of Water
Monday, January 18, 20214 Ways to Structure Your Day for Success
Productivity is always a big push at the beginning of the year. Everyone wants to do more with less, less money, less time, and fewer resources. This article will show you four ways to structure your day for greater success in achieving your goals. The one that best works for you is a personal decision but trying several of these can give you some good insights into how you (and your employees) work best.Time SegmentingThe first way to think about your day is the organization framework. Most productivity
Friday, January 15, 2021Important Updates on Paycheck Protection Program, Employee Retention Tax Credit, and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and Grants
The Small Business Administration has announced that the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) has reopened for eligible new borrowers and certain potential "second draw” PPP borrowers. This round of PPP continues to support small business employment through job retention funding. Only community financial institutions are able to make First Draw PPP Loans beginning on Monday, January 11, and Second Draw PPP Loans on Wednesday, January 13. The PPP will open to all participating lenders shortly thereafter. For
Thursday, January 14, 2021GRCC 2020: A Year in Review
In 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) rediscovered, reimagined, and celebrated the successes of the year and worked hand in hand with the community to conquer the challenges. With a new strategic plan, GRCC is here to drive economic development and community involvement, creating a vibrant and prosperous future. Our values include Inclusion and Diversity, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork and Fun. The Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce mission is to provide a forum which enriches
Thursday, January 14, 20213 Easy Ways to Spice Up Your Newsletter This Year
Who has time for a newsletter? If you want more sales and a more loyal audience, you need to find the time. The magic of newsletters is that they are a way to distribute your content on a regular basis straight to someone’s email inbox or phone. It creates a privileged communication when you do it correctly. But when done poorly, it can feel like a boring monologue of self-promotion. If you don’t have a newsletter, it’s time to start building a list of emails and creating a newsletter. Whether you’ve
Monday, January 04, 20214 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Small Business
This year has been a little more difficult to figure out new year’s resolutions. Part of that is because we’re all still reeling from the “lessons” we learned in 2020. Even the best prepared businesses lacked preparation for a global pandemic. Still, the new year is a great time to reexamine what you’ve been doing and how it can get better. Here are a few ideas: 4 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Business The following ideas are a good start and in case you are one of the “words” people when it comes to
Friday, December 18, 2020GRCC December 2020 Monthly Membership Meeting on Zoom
Greater Riverview Chamber of CommerceDecember 2020 Monthly Membership Meeting on Zoom On Tuesday, December 15th, 2020 the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) hosted their Virtual Monthly Membership Meeting on Zoom. Pastor Charlie Lewis from Christ Community Church provided the day’s invocation. Leading the meeting this month in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance was 2019 Ambassador of the Year, Joe Eletto, Century 21 Beggins.Richard Rohde, R Processor, Inc. recognized LeRoy Dennison from Friends
Thursday, December 10, 2020GRCC Announces Pilka & Associates, P.A. Name Change to Pilka, Adams & Reed, P.A.
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce AnnouncesPilka & Associates, P.A. Name Change to Pilka, Adams & Reed, P.A. Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Pilka & Associates has made a firm name change to Pilka, Adams & Reed, P.A.They are proud to add two new partners to the firm, J. Scott Reed and James M. Adams. Mr. Reed and Mr. Adams are joining managing partner, Dan Pilka, who has proudly led the firm for over 30 years. Scott Reed originally joined the firm in 2009 after
Tuesday, December 08, 2020Jeff Caetano Joins the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce as Communications Coordinator
Jeff Caetano Joins the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce as Communications Coordinator The Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) is excited to welcome Jeff Caetano to the newly-created position of Communications Coordinator. Jeff is a media and marketing professional who specializes in content creation that engages audiences across multiple platforms. He is responsible for optimizing GRCC’s content and messaging in terms of social media, email, monthly newsletters, company branding and much
Monday, December 07, 2020GRCC November 2020 Monthly Membership Meeting on Zoom
Greater Riverview Chamber of CommerceNovember 2020 Monthly Membership Meeting on Zoom On Tuesday, November 24th, 2020 the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) hosted their virtual monthly membership meeting on Zoom. Pastor Jennifer Moreno, Kesh 'Oved Faith Ministries Inc. - Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, provided the day’s invocation. Leading the meeting this month in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance was 2020 Honorary Mayor of Riverview, Daniel Cyral of Hypnotic Engagements.Richard Rohde,
Wednesday, November 25, 2020GRCC Celebrates The Dog Patch Grand Opening
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Celebrates The Dog Patch Grand Opening On Thursday, November 12th, 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) members joined together to celebrate The Dog Patch Grand Opening. Kay & Ed Green, Owners of The Dog Patch were there to greet attendees and provide tours of their brand-new facility. Kay explained all the different areas of The Dog Patch and what they have to offer to customers. There were delicious company branded cookies & beverages for those
Wednesday, November 25, 2020GRCC Celebrates Eggs Up Grill Grand Opening
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Eggs Up Grill Grand Opening On Monday, November 16th 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) members as well as a large group of family & friends joined together to celebrate the Eggs Up Grill Grand Opening. Priscilla & John Conyers and Angela Perry, Owners of Eggs Up Grill were in attendance to greet all of the guests and invite them to check out the menu and enjoy breakfast. With community members lined up to try the delicious food,
Wednesday, November 25, 2020Bliss Nail Lounge Hosts Grand Opening in Lithia
Bliss Nail Lounge Hosts Grand Opening in Lithia On Monday, November 23rd 2020, new member of Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce, Bliss Nail Lounge hosted their Grand Opening in Lithia, FL. Langdon Tran, Owner of Bliss Nail Lounge is very excited to be open and welcomes the local community into their lounge. Right now, they are offering 20% off all services as a Grand Opening special. Bliss Nail Lounge is located in the FishHawk community. They have 18 manicure & pedicure chairs in their
Friday, November 20, 2020GRCC Celebrates A Party 2 Remember 16 Year Anniversary
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Celebrates A Party 2 Remember 16 Year Anniversary On Saturday, November 7th, 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) leaders & A Party 2 Remember staff members joined together to celebrate A Party 2 Remember 16 Year Anniversary. Darrell Herbert, owner of A Party 2 Remember was in attendance to celebrate the occasion and show off some of his inventory. There were multiple fun inflatables setup for an event he was executing on this day. A
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Friday, November 20, 2020GRCC Hosts November Rediscover, Innovate, Celebrate Munch & Mingle
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Hosts Rediscover, Innovate, Celebrate Munch & Mingle On Tuesday, November 10th, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) hosted a Rediscover, Innovate, Celebrate Munch & Mingle at The Barn at Winthrop Town Centre. At this small gathering, masks were required and social distancing was recommended. Hand sanitizer was available to all guests and tables were spread 6 feet apart with 4 people at each table. This Munch & Mingle event was sponsored by Tessera of
Monday, November 09, 2020GRCC October 2020 Monthly Membership Meeting on Zoom
Greater Riverview Chamber of CommerceOctober 2020 Monthly Membership Meeting on Zoom On Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) hosted their virtual monthly membership meeting on Zoom. Pastor David Jasper, Calvary Church, provided the day’s invocation. Leading the meeting this month in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance was 2020 Honorary Mayor of Riverview, Daniel Cyral of Hypnotic Engagements.Richard Rohde, R Processor, Inc. recognized Seth Dugan, Doogie Entertainment,
Monday, November 09, 2020GRCC Provides Virtual Speed Networking Opportunity for Members
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce ProvidesVirtual Speed Networking Opportunity for Members In the current times with a global pandemic affecting everyone’s day to day procedures, the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) pivoted their innovative in-person speed networking event to be completed virtually via Zoom. TurboChatter NetworkNite is a fun & creative way to network with new & old friends utilizing the Zoom breakout rooms feature. GRCC has put together this event for members to find other
Monday, November 09, 2020GRCC Celebrates Align Right Realty Riverview 1 Year Anniversary
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Align Right Realty Riverview 1 Year Anniversary On Wednesday, November 4th, 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) members & Align Right Realty Riverview realtors joined to celebrate Align Right Realty Riverview 1 Year Anniversary. There was pastries, yogurt, coffee, and hot chocolate available for all attendees to enjoy. Lisa Tackus, Owner/Broker of Align Right Realty Riverview was there to greet guests and introduce folks to her team. Lisa has
Thursday, November 05, 2020GRCC Hosts October Rediscover, Innovate, Celebrate Munch & Mingle
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Hosts Rediscover, Innovate, Celebrate Munch & Mingle On Tuesday, October 13th, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) hosted a Rediscover, Innovate, Celebrate Munch & Mingle at The Barn at Winthrop Town Centre. At this small gathering, masks were required and social distancing was recommended. Hand sanitizer was available to all guests and tables were spread 6 feet apart with 4 people at each table. This Munch & Mingle event was sponsored by Troy University and
Thursday, November 05, 2020GRCC Celebrates Cali Café’s Re-Grand Opening
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Cali Café’s Re-Grand Opening On Friday, October 30th, 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) members & Cali Café customers joined to celebrate Cali Café’s Re-Grand Opening. Cali Cafe provided an array of delicious bite size sweet & savory pastries to those in attendance. They really hit it out of the park with their Halloween decoration display! Rick Oliveros and Claudia Durango, Owners of Cali Cafe, were there to greet guests and share their
Tuesday, October 27, 20202021 Honorary Mayor of Riverview Race Kickoff
2021 Honorary Mayor of RiverviewCandidates Announced & Fundraising Begins On October 13th, 2020 during the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) Munch & Mingle, the 2021 Honorary Mayor Race candidates were recognized and the fundraising began for this year’s race. This kickoff event was hosted at The Barn at Winthrop Town Centre and each candidate got time to speak about their race and the charities they are supporting this year.The candidates running in this year’s race are:Shirley Bhat,
Tuesday, October 27, 2020GRCC Celebrates Mandola’s Italian Kitchen Grand Opening
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Mandola’s Italian KitchenGrand Opening On Monday, October 26th, 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) members joined together to celebrate the Mandola’s Italian Kitchen Grand Opening. Attendees were given a sneak peak into the brand-new fast casual concept while having the opportunity to purchase some of Mandola’s homemade pastries & treats before opening. Damian & Trina Mandola, founder of the Mandola’s concept was joined by Vince Paschetta,
Tuesday, October 27, 2020GRCC Celebrates 7-Eleven on McMullen 3 Year Anniversary
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 7-Eleven on McMullen3 Year Anniversary On Tuesday, October 20th, 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) members joined together to celebrate 7-Eleven on McMullen, 3 Year Anniversary. Attendees were greeted with a free Slurpee coupon and a tour of the store. Christopher Bolte, owner of 7-Eleven on McMullen was joined by his wife and staff members to celebrate the occasion. A huge 3 Year Anniversary cake was cut to celebrate and share with
Wednesday, October 14, 2020GRCC Celebrates The Flying Locksmiths' 4 Year Anniversary
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Celebrates The Flying Locksmiths4 Year Anniversary On Wednesday, October 7th, 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) joined together to celebrate The Flying Locksmiths’ 4 Year Anniversary. Attendees were offered refreshing beverages and donuts upon arrival. Michael and Tammy Broussard, owners of The Flying Locksmiths were accompanied by their 2 daughters to greet attendees. Michael let the crowd know how grateful he was for all of the support over their 4
Tuesday, September 22, 2020GRCC Welcomes Tiki Docks to Riverview for their Grand Opening
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Tiki Docks to Riverviewfor their Grand Opening On Thursday, September 10th, 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) members joined together to celebrate the Tiki Docks Riverview Grand Opening. Marc Brown, President of Tiki Docks was joined by his corporate management team and staff to cut the ribbon and officially open the doors to the public. Tiki Docks is the newest waterfront restaurant in the Riverview area. Located on the beautiful Alafia
Monday, September 21, 2020GRCC Celebrates Waffle House Riverview Grand Opening
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Waffle House RiverviewGrand Opening On Tuesday, September 8th, 2020, Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) joined together to celebrate the Waffle House Riverview Grand Opening. Attendees smelled the delicious scents of fresh waffles and bacon as they cheered and threw confetti during the ribbon cutting. Jeremy Quellhorst, Recruiting Director and Scott Peters, Division Manager for Waffle House Riverview were 2 of the managers there to help celebrate
Friday, August 28, 20202020 Annual Teaching to Excellence Event Re-Imagined as Adopt-A-School Program
2020 Annual Teaching to Excellence Event Re-Imagined as Adopt-A-School programby Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce The purpose of Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce’s (GRCC) annual Teaching to Excellence eventis to warmly welcome Riverview school’s new teachers and celebrate them on a community level; and to recognize/honor each of these school’s Teacher of the Year. The Teaching to Excellence event began as a vision of the late Dr. Earl Lennard, a fundamental figure in education for Hillsborough
