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 n historic small town, a hidden treasure on Charlotte Harbor.
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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!
Employment News
Job Fair, October 28th.
Find your dream job! Join local employers at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center on Wednesday, August 27th from 3-6 pm.
Click Here for a list of employers at the Job Fair
Click Here for current employment opportunities »
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Punta Gorda on the Rise
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Charlotte County firefighters & EMS Climb to Victory
Members of the Charlotte County Fire & EMS took 1st & 2nd place in the Tunnel to Towers charity event, racing up 41 flights, a testament to to their fitness! The charity supports 3 areas: Gold Star Family Home Program, Fallen First Responder Home Program and the Smart Home Program. 30 members of the squad participated.
Exceptional Service Award
Kudos to Charlotte County firefighter/EMT Joshua Sanders of Station 9, Babcock Ranch for his recent exceptional service in treating a one-year old child!
American Builders & Contractors Supply Co. coming to Punta Gorda
Seagate Development Group will develop, design and build a 60,000 s.f. facility in the Charlotte County Park of Commerce, near Punta Gorda Airport. With a 54,000 s.f. warehouse, 6,000 s.f. office space and a fenced outdoor yard, ABC Supply expects to break ground in the first quarter of 2022, with a projected fourth-quarter completion.
CCSO a community partner
The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office partners with the community in helping those with addictive disease disorders through their Drug Addiction Recovery Initiative. Sheriff Prummel recently published a letter from a local person who was helped. “I would like to thank your office and officers for helping to save and protect my life.” Kudos CCSO for a job well done!
Job Fair & your Chamber
The PG Chamber is again helping to host a local Job Fair to help bring employers and prospective employees together. October 27, 3 – 6 PM, Charlotte Harbor Event Center. Many of our members have said they need to fill employment positions, a typical conundrum across the US. Businesses can contact TZajas@puntagorda-chamber.com or call 941-693-3720 for more details.
Tech jobs top 10
The Punta Gorda metro area, which encompasses Charlotte County, recently earned a top-10 ranking in a recent study by FinanceBuzz, listing the best places in Florida for tech jobs. Charlotte County ranked 8th for Florida metro areas in the website’s top-10 tech hubs. The rating is based on job competition, average salary, cost of living, average rating of tech companies, number of available tech jobs, and the strength of our local internet connectivity. Scores were tabulated “without adjusting or factoring in population demographics.”
America in Bloom awards go to…
Both Punta Gorda and Venice have won top honors in the 2021 America in Bloom National Awards program. The Punta Gorda program is part of TEAM and is largely run by volunteers. Bruce Tomkins, a PG-TEAM volunteer, shot the 3-minute submitted video which won first place. America in Bloom is a national nonprofit comprised of 240 member cities.
Publix opens in Babcock Ranch
Babcock Ranch now has their own grocery store & pharmacy in their Crescent B Commons shopping center. Previously shoppers traveled to Fort Myers or Punta Gorda. Other retailers, including Pi Local Pizza, Vet at Babcock, M’xuma Tacos, Burger Fi, U. Yee Sushi, Stellar Vision, Encore Nails, Postal Pack & Ship, & Royal Paw Grooming/Day Care, will open throughout the remainder of 2021.
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%.
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!
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.
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.
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