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Orange County Public Schools Joins the West Orange Chamber of Commerce as a Community Trustee

West Orange, FL– The West Orange Chamber of Commerce (WOCC) is pleased to announce that Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) has been added to its prestigious list of Community Trustees. This partnership highlights a shared commitment to fostering economic growth and community development within Orange County.

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New & Renewed Members for April 2024

Welcome 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 TRUSTEE Sunset Park ElementaryRobinswood Middle SchoolPanther Lake…

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Over 30 Students Honored at West Orange Chamber of Commerce Education Awards Ceremony

Winter Garden, FL., – Each year the West Orange Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the West Orange Foundation, celebrates outstanding students at its annual Education Awards Ceremony. Graduating high school seniors who are recipients of the Danniel J. Petro Scholarship, and fifth, eighth and eleventh grade recipients of the SOAR…

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Fostering a Sense of Belonging Presentation to be held on May 2

OCOEE, Fla. – The City of Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board is hosting a presentation titled “Fostering a Sense of Belonging” on Thursday, May 2 at 6:15 p.m. at City Hall, 1 North Bluford Avenue. The public is invited to attend the free event. Guest speaker Kavita Sawh, with the…

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Exciting Developments in Orlando’s Southwest Region: Epic Universe Theme Park Set to Transform Business Landscape

ORLANDO–May 7, 2024 – The forthcoming opening of Universal’s Epic Universe theme park, slated for next year, heralds a transformative era for businesses in Orlando’s Southwest region. Spanning an impressive 750 acres along Sand Lake Road, Epic Universe is poised to become…

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West Orange Chamber of Commerce Names Carrie Acosta as Executive Assistant/Office Manager

WINTER GARDEN – The West Orange Chamber of Commerce announced the hire of Carrie Acosta as their new Executive Assistant and Office Manager. Carrie has lived in Apopka, FL for 25 years, with her husband and 3 children. She became a Realtor in 2013 and throughout her career, she has developed…

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West Orange Chamber of Commerce Presents: Celebrating Leadership Luncheon: The Journey to Empowerment Featuring Simon T. Bailey

Winter Garden, FL – April 16, 2024 – The West Orange Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce, Celebrating Leadership: The Journey to Empowerment, scheduled for May 2, 2024. This professional development luncheon will feature esteemed keynote speaker, success coach, and author, Simon T. Bailey,…

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Ocoee Music Festival to be Held on April 12 & 13

OCOEE, Fla. –  The Ocoee Music Festival will be held on Friday, April 12, and Saturday, April 13 at Bill Breeze Park, 125 North Lakeshore Drive. Central Florida’s premier music event is celebrating 30 years of memories and music. On April 12, the festival will run 5:30 p.m. to 10:30…

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Ocoee Fire Department Open House to be held on April 27

OCOEE, Fla. – The Ocoee Fire Department will host its annual Open House on Saturday, April 27. The community event, held in partnership with the Citizens Advisory Council for the Ocoee Fire Department (CACOFD), will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fire Station 25 located at 563…

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New & Renewed Members for March 2024

Welcome 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 EXCLUSIVE Ameris Bank – Winter Garden…

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Letter from A Chamber Leader: Shelley Bradford CMLC, TCR

This month marks the 14th Anniversary of Matthew’s Hope, so why is there a Gopher Tortoise on the cover of Moving Forward Magazine? Well, I have about 10,000 reasons. We must ask ourselves, why do we have more compassion for a gopher tortoise than the homeless…

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Best Fest 2024: Celebrating Excellence at West Orange County’s Premier Food and Business Event

Photo courtesy of Author Made Photo and Video Ocoee, FL — March 28, 2024 — The West Orange Chamber of Commerce’s much-awaited gastronomic delight, Best Fest, returned for its 19th year, captivating taste buds and celebrating local businesses at Bill Breeze Park in Ocoee, FL. This…

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