On August 1, 2024, the West Orange Chamber of Commerce held its Hob Nob & Straw Poll at the Ocoee Lakeshore Center with over 400 people in attendance. During this event, the Orange County Supervisor of Elections facilitated a Straw Poll for participants to cast their…
Read MoreThis year marks a significant milestone for WPC (founded Winter Park Construction in 1974) as we celebrate half a century of leading the construction industry in Central Florida. From our origins as a humble renovation firm to becoming the multi-unit construction…
Read MoreWINTER GARDEN, FL. – The West Orange Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) as its newest Community Trustee. CFX also plays a vital role in the region’s economy and is leveling the playing field for small…
Read MoreBy Juan P. Camacho, Esq. Director of Business Law Services It is fairly common knowledge that owning a small business is very difficult. One in five businesses fail the first year and nearly half fail within five years. That is truly unfortunate as small businesses are what built this country.
Read MoreAt the Foundation for a Healthier West Orange, we believe that through purposeful collaboration and investing, we can profoundly shape the health and well-being of our community. This fall, as we culminate five full years of impact, our mission remains steadfast: to invest in and champion initiatives that support…
Read MoreWelcome to the 31st class of Leadership West Orange. Today marks the West Orange Foundation’s rollout of the 2024–2025 session for the Leadership West Orange program. Year after year, the Foundation strives to make each session unique with new and exciting experiences for participants, ensuring relevant and unparalleled adventures…
Read MoreWelcome to our newest Chamber Members! We are thrilled to have you doing business in the West Orange Community. We would also like to recognize our long-standing member businesses for their continued commitment to Advancing Community, Collaboration, and Leadership. NEW MEMBERS COMMUNITY TRUSTEES The Orlando Law Group – Altamonte…
Read MoreWINTER GARDEN, FLA. – The West Orange Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce The Orlando Law Group as its newest Community Trustee. The Orlando Law Group specializes in helping its clients navigate through a wide range of legal needs. From personal services, such as family law…
Read MoreJacksonville, FL — VyStar Credit Union has awarded four Florida high school students two-year college scholarships as part of the Path to Prosperity Scholarship Program. The Path to Prosperity Scholarship Program is a partnership between Florida Prepaid College Foundation (FPCF) and the Florida Chamber Foundation with the goal of reducing…
Read MoreWINTER GARDEN, FL – The West Orange Chamber of Commerce invites you to its 2024 Political Hob Nob & Straw Poll, a unique opportunity to meet your local candidates who not only aspire to serve our community but are also jockeying for your vote. Join us on August 1st at…
Read MoreOCOEE, Fla. – The City of Ocoee Parks and Recreation Department will host a 4th of July Block Party and Car Show on Thursday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bill Breeze Park, 125 North Lakeshore Drive. The family-friendly event will feature the city’s new Ocoee Community…
Read MoreJacksonville, FL – VyStar Foundation announced that $201,551 will be distributed among 12 recipients in its third grant cycle focused on nonprofit organizations that support military and veterans service programs. Specific funding priority was given to programs that address health and basic needs, mental health services and workforce development. “We…
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