Welcome to the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce
The Punta Gorda Chamber invites you to explore our city and discover why Punta Gorda, FL has continuously been chosen as one of the best places to vacation, live and work!
“A friendly community with a remarkable past and an exciting future.”
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Welcome to Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda is an historic small town, a hidden treasure on Charlotte Harbor.
Welcome to Chamber
The Punta Gorda Chamber is committed to improving the local business climate.
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Welcome to Punta Gorda
The Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce invites you to explore our city and discover why Punta Gorda has continuously been chosen as one of the best places to live!
“A friendly community with a remarkable past and an exciting future.”
We invite you to share with us a little of the incredible charm of this historic, yet thriving, small city. Nestled on the shores of Charlotte Harbor in sunny Southwest Florida, it is rapidly becoming the IN destination for visitors, residences and businesses alike. You will also find an abundance of local information in our Friday Facts newsletter, where you will find all of our members’ events and promotions. <Click Here for a Calendar of Events>
“A small city with a very big heart welcomes you! IT’S HAPPENING ON THE HARBOR!”
Where’s John this week?
Each week our Chamber President visits a local business to showcase for all of you what they do. Enjoy your visit!
We Welcome Visitors in Your Language
Punta Gorda on the Rise
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1st-time Jobless Claims at pre-COVID pace
Those seeking unemployment in the state of FL dropped by approx. 40%, from 9,700 the last week of Aug to 5,814 the first week of Sept. Not only did 2 federal assistance programs recently end, but the number of job openings available in FL is strong. The state had a July 2021 unemployment rate of 5.1%.
Best Florida Hotel Pools mention
Congratulations to the Wyvern Hotel for being featured in VIE Magazine’s article titled “Beat the Heat in 15 of the Best Florida Hotel Pools!” Click here to read the article.
13 students received the Cambridge AICE Diploma
The Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Diploma is an international curriculum and examination system that emphasizes the value of broad and balanced study. Students who earn the AICE Diploma and complete 100 hours of community service qualify for the Florida Academic Scholars (Bright Futures) which pays for 100% of tuition and fees at a Florida University or College. Kudos to our local teen recipients!
Home Sales & Rentals & Building, Oh My
Home sales in Charlotte County remained very strong in July & August, the average home price now over the $400K record. Single homes, condos & townhouses were selling for 100% of the asking price. Average sale prices in August were higher than June/July and 34.9% higher than July 2020. Vacation rentals had a strong summer, a record-breaking July. New-home building and sales remained high, even as building supplies still trickle in.
Sunseeker construction swings into action
3 of the 6 cranes were swinging Sept 1 at the Sunseeker Resort construction site. After 17 idle months, Allegiant Travel restarted the $510M project, presumably having closed on a $350M loan mentioned in August.
Industrial Growth at the Airport
With the completion of a 40K square foot building, businesses interested in moving to Southwest FL will have business space to call home.
Interested tenants can lease the whole building or only the space they need.
Aviation Maintenance Facility at PGD
A Fort-Myers based aviation company is close to signing a lease to build a mechanics facility on 66 acres on the northeast side of the PG Airport. Blackbird Aviation & PGD spokesperson Kaley Miller have confirmed the negotiations.
Allegiant will fly to Austin TX & Bentonville, AR
Starting Nov 18, Allegiant Air will offer longer distance flights to 2 new cities from Punta Gorda Airport. For Floridians, Austin offers a great getaway for its eclectic live-music venues for country, blues and rock or a UT football game. Bentonville is the home of Walmart, but more importantly, a hub for travelers from the quad-state area of AR, MO, OK & KA.
Sports Events Bring Visitors to Charlotte County
In June, 3 sports tournaments brought state-wide visitors to compete and vacation locally. The US Amateur Basketball Boys & Girls State Championship, USSSA Prostyle Baseball Charlotte Crown, & the USSSA Prostyle Baseball Independence Battle. 2400+ athletes competing; the events generated 2000+ hotel “room-nights” and sales to area businesses.
The Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce follows all relevant COVID-19 protocols.
Our commitment to diversity and representation for all
In these difficult times in this country, we, at the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce, want to express our very own commitment to diversity and representation for all. Regardless of race, color, creed, sexual orientation and religion, our membership is open to ALL. We work towards total inclusion and integration of our business community, with zero judgement of any individual business or person. Our Chamber is a family, made up of a wide range of social sectors and we never discriminate. United and diversified, we work better together for the good of our businesses and our community at large.
PARTNERS IN ACTION are businesses dedicated to strengthening their Chamber and business in Punta Gorda
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Bronze Sponsors
- C.A.R.E. of Charlotte County
- Centennial Bank
- Charlotte Community Foundation
- Charlotte Players
- Denise Henry – ReMax Anchor Realty
- Farr, Farr Law Firm
- Granny Nannies Home Care
- Gulf Shore Opera
- Hessler Floor Covering
- Levell Wealth Management
- McCrory Law Firm, P.L.
- Military Heritage Museum
- One Source Accounting & Tax
- Pet Supplies Plus
- State Farm Agency – Kathy Nash
- State Farm Agency – Mike Martin
- Stewart Title Company
- T-Mobile
- Visiting Angels Florida West Coast dba HolCam
- Wotitzky Law Firm
- Ann Street Storage (In Kind)
- EverythingPuntaGorda.com (In Kind)
- Port Charlotte Florist (In Kind)
- The Printed Page (In Kind)
Supporting Members
- Amberg Insurance
- Animal Welfare League
- Calenda Real Estate Group
- Edward Jones – Jim Sproul
- Fabulous Finds
- Florida SouthWestern State College
- Bristol Private Wealth Management of Raymond James
- Frank Desguin Family
- Gator Wilderness Camp School
- Illusions Salon & Spa
- Kuhn’s Law Firm, PLLC
- Marco Office Supply
- Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary
- Peace River Botanical and Sculpture Gardens
- Perfectly Polished Nail Salon
- Punta Gorgeous
- Residential Real Estate Appraisal, LLC
- Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic
- Visual Arts Center
- Webb, Lorah & McMillan, PLLC