Opening of Schools 2013Coalition of Chambers - Potential Invitees

Last Name First Name Title OrganizationAdkins Steven President Miami-Dade Gay and Lesbian Chamber of CommerceAdler Elaine President Aventura Marketing CouncilBrito Rosa Executive Director Greater Homestead-Florida City ChamberCalvani Grace President Miami Beach Latin Chamber of CommerceDe Rosa Luis President Puerto Rican Chamber of CommerceDiggs Bill President & CEO Miami- Dade Chamber of CommerceDosal Alberto Chairperson Greater Miami Chamber of CommerceFabre Julio Chairman Miami Beach Latin Chamber of CommerceDosal Alberto Chairman Miami-Dade Chamber of CommerceGonzalez Carlos President British American Chamber of CommerceGutierrez Mario President CAMACOLHall Zac Chairman Chamber SouthHernandez Daniel President & CEO Hialeah Chamber of CommerceJohnson Barry President & CEO Greater Miami Chamber of CommerceLibbin Jerry President & CEO Miami Beach Chamber of CommerceLips Alan A. Chairman Miami Beach Chamber of CommerceLlanes Armando "Mandy" Chairman Hialeah Chamber of CommerceLlorente Karen Chairman Key Biscayne Chamber of CommerceLopez Liliam M. President South Florida Hispanic Chamber of CommerceMann Ron Executive Director Doral Business CouncilMayorga Doug Executive Director Minority Chamber of CommerceMcEachin Susan Chair Elect North Dade Regional Chamber of CommerceMoscynski Elizabeth Chairman Greater Homestead/Florida City Chamber of CommercNavarro Bernie President Latin Builders AssociationNoboa Anthony President Coconut Grove Chamber of CommercePenalver Nelson Chairman Doral Business CouncilPiper Evan President Greater North Miami Beach Chamber of CommerceQuintana, Jr. Santiago Chairman South Florida Hispanic Chamber of CommerceRansford Joel M. CEO / CFO North Dade Regional Chamber of CommerceReiter Robin Interim President & The Beacon CouncilRivera Hector Chairman Puerto Rican Chamber of CommerceRevised 6.18.13

Opening of Schools 2013Coalition of Chambers - Potential InviteesSaldaña Rafael F. Chair of Education CGreater Miami Chamber of CommerceSarmiento Manny President Doral Chamber of CommerceSchulman Cliff Chairman Aventura Marketing CouncilScott Russell Mary President Chamber SouthSusnjer Kathye Executive Director Key Biscayne Chamber of CommerceTalbert, III William President Greater Miami Convention & Visitors BureauThompson Darla Chairman Coral Gables Chamber of CommerceTrowbridge Mark President & CEO Coral Gables Chamber of CommerceVogel J.D. Barry R. President Greater North Miami Chamber of CommerceWelch, Sr. Michael J. Chairman Greater Kendall Business AssociationWelsandt Ron Executive Director Greater North Miami Chamber of Commerce

Revised 6.18.13

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Goals Conference 2011

June

2-3Hilton Miami Downtown1601 Biscayne BoulevardBallroom LevelMiami, FL 33132

Registration, Detailed Agenda and Sponsorship Opportunities Online at MiamiChamber.com

For information contact: Special Events305-350-7700spevents@miamichamber.com

Join us for Goals Conference 2011, the Greater Miami Chamber’s legendary business planning retreat. The two-day Conference attracts more than 1,000 business leaders annually to celebrate the successes of the past year as it develops the programming and goals for the coming Chamber year. Committees will set their goals and the community will come together to launch the second edition of One Community One Goal. The Conference features opportunities to showcase your business, network and participate in various events.

Agenda Thursday, June 2 7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION Pick up your name tags, event tickets and a detailed conference schedule.

9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. MORNING WORKSHOP SESSIONS

Education Address education reform needs in our region to ensure global competitiveness and work to ensure that local business has the workforce needed today.

Natural Resources Build on progress made by the Chamber business community and environmental groups to advance issues relating to water conservation, smart growth, sustainability, alternative energy sources and green initiatives.

Real Estate Discuss and develop new strategies that support the stabilization of our market and housing and community development needs; Conduct annual recognition event for all real estate sectors. Profile commercial real estate properties periodically.

Technology & Bioscience Promote South Florida technology and bioscience organizations; conduct technology seminars, business continuity update, networking events and Annual Technology Leader of the Year Awards

11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE LUNCHEON MIAMI: AMERICAS LOGISTICS NEXUS Port of Miami Director Bill Johnson, Miami International Airport Deputy Director of Business Development Miguel Southwell, and Florida East Coast Railway Executive Vice President of Corporate Development Husein Cumber will discuss the movement of freight and cargo as an economic engine in the region.

1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. EARLY AFTERNOON WORKSHOP SESSIONS

Banking & Finance Indentify needs and programmatic activity that services this important sector in Miami’s largely entrepreneurial business community, ensuring that businesses are apprised of recent federal financial and regulatory reform and monitor how it impacts the South Florida economy.

Healthcare Discussion on the impact of healthcare issues on businesses, annual Health Care Heroes® Awards program and legislative issues. Conduct Health Expo for employers, educational institutions and workforce.

Miami Military Advocacy Council Discussion on the importance of the local military presence to South Florida’s economy and conduct events with the business community. Conduct Annual Military Service Person of the Year Awards.

Nonprofit Business Promote nonprofit industry as a large business sector, conduct NOVO Awards and the Julia Tuttle Award for Corporate Responsibility. Create business partnership opportunities for nonprofit and for profit businesses through events.

Transportation & Infrastructure Develop policies that improve the quality of life for residents and the competitiveness of business by addressing South Florida’s transportation and infrastructure needs.

3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. MID-AFTERNOON WORKSHOP SESSIONS

Creative Industries Creative Industries will fuel the economic growth of the 21st century and are crucial to Greater Miami’s stature in the competitive global economy. Discussion focuses on making the business community aware of the importance of all of the creative industries in the local economy.

Governmental Affairs: Post Legislative Session Review An annual recap of the state legislative session. Learn how the 2011 state budget will impact your business and get updates on key legislative issues.

Leadership Miami® Annual program of the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the South Florida Progress Foundation, and sponsored by several of Miami-Dade County’s premier companies, local agencies and corporations. The program offers participants the opportunity to meet Miami’s leaders and to share an intensive learning experience that focuses on community issues and leadership skills through a planned process of lectures, seminars, small group discussions and leadership skills exercises.

Small Business & Entrepreneurship Identify and address specific issues to assist the economic needs of small businesses. Current programming includes: Business Innovation Institute, South Florida Good to Great Awards® and Top 100 Minority Business Awards®.

5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. MOJITOS, MARTINIS & MORE RECEPTION

Agenda Friday, June 3 7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION 7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m. FULL BUFFET BREAKFAST 8:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m. GENERAL SESSION Join us as we celebrate the success of the 2010-2011 Chamber year and install new leadership for the year ahead.

M. Athalie Range, Miami Pioneer for Progress Award will be presented to the Mitchell Wolfson Sr. Foundation, an organization that has demonstrated breakthrough philanthropy to enhance our community.

Henry M. Flagler Award for Visionary Leadership will be presented to Telemundo Communications Group President, Don Browne, whose vision and leadership have made a significant contribution to the Greater Miami community, making it a better place to live, work and play.

10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. MORNING WORKSHOP SESSIONS

Human Resources & Business Education Develop a rich series of special programs and seminars throughout the year, featuring member-to-member training on human resources, employee benefits, training and development, and business growth opportunities.

Marketing & Member Services includes HYPE Miami® Group focuses on the benefits of membership, customer care, outreach to new members and events which enhance the Chamber’s value proposition.

Sports Inventory South Florida’s sports organizations; collegiate and professional events and organizations, and work to make their presence well known. Celebrate great achievements in sports and local sports luminaries at the annual Sports Hall of Champions event.

12:15 p.m.-2:00 p.m. SOUTH FLORIDA GOOD TO GREAT AWARDS® LUNCHEON Regional awards recognizing South Florida-based businesses that have transitioned from solid to great performance. Presented in partnership with Barry University, Florida International University, Johnson & Wales, Nova Southeastern University, Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce and Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce.

2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. EARLY AFTERNOON WORKSHOP SESSIONS

One Community One Goal Join us for an update on the new One Community One Goal Initiative lead by the Beacon Council, in partnership with the Greater Miami Chamber, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau and other community partners. The initiative is designed to prioritize industries which have the potential for future growth and job creation for our community. It also will identify industry needs so educational institutions can train people with the skills needed to meet those demands. One Community One Goal will contribute directly to the economic recovery and growth of the region by providing an educational focus on those growing industries and by connecting people to career pathways that lead to jobs. This session will feature the official consultant for the initiative, Avalanche Consulting of Austin, Texas.

3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. MID-AFTERNOON WORKSHOP SESSIONS

International Business Development Examination of our international initiatives and programming for the coming year to help chamber members take advantage of international opportunities both in South Florida and abroad including: business development missions, visits by foreign dignitaries, forums, briefings and roundtables on international trends and issues with international business leaders; international awards program. Current Session: Consular Corps, Cuba, Global Intelligence, Global Linkage Initiatives and Leadership Americas.

New World Center (Downtown Miami) Discussion around issues of concern to Miami’s downtown: Museum Park; transportation; Miami River; livability, marketing and entertainment.

5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. CLOSING RECEPTION TRAVEL THE WORLD WITH THE CONSULAR CORPS Featuring guest speaker, Gray Swoope, Florida Secretary of Commerce and President & CEO, Enterprise Florida.

Hotel Reservation Information

Register by May 18 to receive the Greater Miami Chamber’s Goals Conference rate of $109* Hilton Miami Downtown 1601 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL 33132 Telephone: 305-374-0000 Online: http://www.hiltonmiamidowntown.com Conference Rate Code: Corporate Account# 2676764 * $109 per room, per night, single or double occupancy. Reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to 13% state and local taxes (tax is subject to change as dictated by law). Check-In: 3:00 p.m. • Check-Out: 12:00 p.m. If you require late check-out, notify the hotel when you book the reservation. Subject to availability. An advance deposit by check or acceptable credit card equal to one night’s room rate for each reservation is required. The Hilton Miami Downtown accepts major credit cards for deposit and final payment. Purchases of incidentals, food and beverages may be charged to guest’s individual room folio, but must be satisfied in full by cash or credit card upon check-out.

Parking at the Hilton Miami Downtown

Parking credentials must be presented upon departure to receive rates below.

Valet Parking

Day Visitors $15 per car for day visitors WITHOUT in and out capabilities with paid Hilton receipt

Overnight Guests $28 per car WITH in and out capabilities with paid Hilton receipt

Self-Parking

Day Visitors $5 per car WITHOUT in and out capabilities

Overnight Guests $25 per car WITHOUT in and out capabilities

Video Production

South Florida Good to Great Awards® Sponsors

Conference Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Workshops Sponsors

General Session Sponsors

2011 Goals Conference Sponsors

Mojitos, Martinis & More Sponsors

Travel the Globe with the Consular Corps Reception Sponsors

Giveaway Sponsor

Transportation & Infrastructure Luncheon Sponsors

Henry M. Flagler Award for Visionary Leadership Sponsor

THE CHAMPIONSHIP TRACKTM

Door Prize SponsorConference Staffing Partner Conference Security

Professional Security Forceand Event Services, Inc.

M. Athalie Range Miami Pioneer for Progress Award

AV Staging

TuesdaySeptember

138:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Opening Session, Breakfast , Panel Discussions, Call to Action, Luncheon and Keynote Address

Jungle Island1111 Parrot Jungle TrailMiami, FL 33132

RegistrationFull Program $200 includes luncheon Luncheon Only $75

For information: Tania Valenzuela305-577-5491tvalenzuela@miamichamber.com

EDUCATIONSUMMITEducation from the Business Point of View The Education Summit will bring together business leaders, representatives of government and the education community to focus on the pressing issues of our educational system to strengthen the South Florida workforce. THE SUMMIT WILL: • Discuss best practices and potential solutions that are working in other similar metropolitan communities • Showcase the results of the Chamber’s three business focus groups that asked local and national businesses what they require of our local educational system • Focus on how education is the driver of business development • Listen to local educators’ unified educational agenda • Rally stakeholders to work together

SPEAKERSAnthony MillerU.S. Deputy Secretary of Education

Gerard RobinsonFlorida Commissioner of Education

Dr. Suzanne WalshBill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Kimberly B. DavisPresident JPMorgan Chase Foundation

South Florida University Presidentsand M-DCPS Superintendent

Presented by

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Show Technology, Inc.

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Florida National CollegePearson School

Compuquip Technologies/Check Point Software Technologies

mailto:jsanchez@miamichamber.com

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Chamber South welcomes our local

principals to the January meeting of the

Education and Business Coalition held at

the Chamber South office. Enjoy a

continental breakfast, network with other

educators and administrators and get to

know local community leaders.

This year, we present a panel of professionals who will provide

best practices for approaching businesses and individuals in the

community to ask for donations of products, services, time or

money to assist with school programs. Join us and learn how to

ask for and receive the things your school needs most.

Date: January 27, 2012

Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

RSVP: (305) 661-1621

Chamber South

6410 SW 80th Street

South Miami, Fl 33143

www.chambersouth.com

RSVP to (305) 661-1621 or

email Arelis Ferro at

aferro@chambersouth.com

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