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Legislative Update

The West Orange Chamber is more than just events We are always focused on being your Voice regarding business issues and regulations.  This year is no different.  Currently, the state legislature is in session and there are several proposed bills that could affect you and your business.  The WOCC is…

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Orange County Vision 2050 2nd Series of Town Hall Meetings

In October 2020, Orange County formally kicked off Vision 2050 – a new comprehensive plan for smart, thriving, and healthy growth in our region that guides how and where growth occurs. The 1st of three (3) virtual Town Hall Meeting Series was completed in January 2021 and provided an overview…

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SBA Extends Deferment Period for all COVID-19 EIDL and Other Disaster Loans until 2022

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced extended deferment periods for all disaster loans, including the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, until 2022. All SBA disaster loans made in calendar year 2020, including COVID-19 EIDL, will have a first payment due date extended from 12-months to 24-months from the date…

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KARI VARGAS JOINS SECOND HARVEST’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently welcomed Kari Vargas to its board of directors. Vargas is AdventHealth’s Market CEO for the West Orange and South Lake Counties, and serves as CEO of AdventHealth Winter Garden. “Research shows food insecurity is one factor contributing to obesity and other…

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Ocoee Summer Camp Registration Opens Soon

OCOEE, Fla. – The City of Ocoee’s summer camp program gives children an opportunity to explore new places and create memories that last a lifetime.  Action-packed summer camp days are filled with adventures including field trips, arts and crafts, swimming, games and sports.  The Ocoee Parks and Recreation Department will begin…

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New & Renewed Members February 2021

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AXIOM BANK, N.A. HIRES JORDAN WILSON AS VICE PRESIDENT,COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL LOAN RELATIONSHIP MANAGER

ORLANDO, Fla. (March 11, 2021) – Axiom Bank, N.A., a Maitland-based, leading community bank, recently named Jordan Wilson as Vice President, Commercial and Industrial (C&I) Loan Relationship Manager. In this role, Wilson will be responsible for generating new leads, loans and deposits by developing relationships with small and midsize…

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U.S. Chamber of Commerce Guides & Resources

The U.S. Chamber continues to create, update, and evolve its various guides and resources to continue bringing businesses the information you need during these uncertain times. NEW! The Best Ways for Employers to Promote COVID-19 VaccinesNEW! Mask Guides: Recommendations for Wearing and SelectingNEW! How to Select…

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GrowFL and Research Park at FAU Partner for Business Success

Every entrepreneur faces their fair share of challenges but being a Brazilian-based company in the United States poses even more barriers to overcome. That’s where a partnership between the Research Park at Florida Atlantic University® and GrowFL comes together.  GrowFL is a statewide economic development program designed to support scalable…

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Legislative Alert

The West Orange Chamber of Commerce is Your voice for Pro-Business issues.  This legislative session we have been tracking progress on key bills that will impact the business community.  We ask that you help us communicate to our elected officials in Tallahassee that these bills are important.  We have even…

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10-Year Retrospective Exhibition

  10-Year Retrospective Exhibitionby Maria Guerrero, Founder & Exec. Director, Women in the Arts Inc.The month of March is very special at our organization. Celebrate with us International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month as we introduce you to…

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Town of Oakland to offer appointments for free first and second dose vaccine shots

In partnership with Orange County and Orange County Fire Rescue, the Town of Oakland is pleased to offer free first and second dose appointments on March 19 and April 9 at the Oakland Meeting Hall, 221 N. Arrington St. You must attend both dates.   To register for the COVID-19 vaccine, please…

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