Monday, September 14, 2009 VOLUME 9 ISSUE 32   TODAY'S HEADLINES Monthly Business Success Strategies Network PLI Application Deadline Nears: October 16 Central Florida Partnership To Support High Speed Rail at Florida Cabinet Meeting LINES OF BUSINESS ARCHIVE Issue 387 August 31, 2009 [MORE] DON'T MISS THIS EVENT FEATURE STORIES Who put the ZAP in Zappos? For the uninitiated . . . Zappos.com was founded in 1999 with the goal of becoming the premier destination for online shoes. An unwavering focus on superior customer service led to rapid-pace growth driven primarily by repeat customers and word of mouth. Zappos’ merchandise sales have skyrocketed in 10 years, from ‘almost nothing’ in 1999 to over $1 billion in 2008. [FULL STORY]   Monthly Business Success Strategies Network Entrepreneurs Group Discusses Successful Business Strategies GKIC Orlando is a group that is designed to help entrepreneurs, business owners, executives and sales/marketing professionals learn "what's working now" from the top direct-response marketing experts in the world. [FULL STORY]   Grow Your Busine$$ - How to Use Social Media to Drive Business It’s hard to turn on the TV, open up a magazine or simply read your email without feeling pressured to follow someone on Twitter, “become a friend” on Facebook, or get linked on Linkedin. [FULL STORY]   Newt Gingrich to Talk Health Care at Future of Florida Forum The debate over health care reform is heating up across the country. Florida is no different – this year 43% of Florida Chamber members identified health insurance costs as the number one issue affecting their business. [FULL STORY]   Florida Space and Technology Forum - Register Today The third annual Florida Space and Technology Forum is scheduled for Monday, September 28, 2009, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Florida Solar Energy Center in Cocoa. An outstanding list of presenters has been confirmed, with some returning speakers and several new presenters who will broaden the regional and statewide scope of the program. [FULL STORY]   PLI Application Deadline Nears: October 16 The deadline for submitting applications to the new class for the Central Florida Political Leadership Institute is Friday, October 16, 2009. There is no cost to participate. PLI graduates have been elected to county commission, school board and as Mayor and several are already running strong campaigns for the 2010 elections. This non-partisan program equips participants with the knowledge and skills to run a successful campaign, understand regional issues and serve as outstanding public leaders. [FULL STORY]   IDEAS TO RESULTS Orlando Regional Chamber Honors Arnold Palmer Philanthropist. Visionary. Thinker. Giver. Leader. Community Servant. Golf Legend, Arnold Palmer, was recognized by the Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce with its highest honor, the J. Thomas Gurney, Sr., Community Service Award, for his giving spirit and tireless community service. The honor was part of the Community Celebrations marking Mr. Palmer’s 80th Birthday and the 20th Anniversary of the founding of the Arnold Palmer Medical Center. [FULL STORY]   Tavares Mayor Clutts Praises myregion.org Nearly 50 municipalities and organizations showcased their efforts on addressing the regional growth issues to nearly 300 public, private and civic leaders at the “How Shall We Grow”? Anniversary Celebration on Friday, August 21. [FULL STORY]   Vision for Cape Coming Into Focus myregion.org, in conjunction with the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council, has been working with the City of Cape Canaveral on a community visioning project – Envisioning Cape Canaveral. The four-month process, which will conclude in October, will aid the City in identifying their redevelopment opportunities, a possible downtown core, and creation of the ideal architecture or “look” the residents desire. [FULL STORY]   Senate President Atwater To Address Leadership Orlando, Meet With Central Florida Partnership Board Florida Senate President Jeff Atwater (R-North Palm Beach) will have a busy day in Orlando on September 16th when he addresses Leadership Orlando Class 78 at lunch and later meets with the Central Florida Partnership Board of Directors during their monthly meeting. [FULL STORY]   Central Florida Partnership To Support High Speed Rail at Florida Cabinet Meeting Tomorrow in Tallahassee the Central Florida Partnership will appear with representatives from ConnectUs, a statewide grassroots organization formed to support Florida’s Tampa-Orlando-Miami High Speed Rail Application, in support of a resolution to be considered by the Governor and Florida Cabinet urging full federal funding of Florida’s application. [FULL STORY]   Perspectives – Classroom Notes Throughout 2009, chief executives across the Central Florida Region have shared their views on a variety of issues and topics in the monthly business news magazine, FirstMonday. Republished here for our Every Monday readers, we invite you to take a look at their thoughts. [FULL STORY]   Amendment 4 Update As part of its campaign to inform Florida voters on the serious consequences of Amendment 4, Floridians for Smarter Growth provides regular updates so that organizations across the state can inform their members, clients and constituents. The Central Florida Partnership will publish these updates in Every Monday. [FULL STORY]   Sign up NOW to receive EveryMonday: Yes! I want EveryMonday. FOCUSING ON WHAT MATTERS MOST Welcome New Members! We are proud to welcome new members for August to the Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce. We encourage you to review the following listings to see if there are goods and services provided by these new members that would be of value to you and your business. [FULL STORY]   World Cup Soccer – Repeat! The Central Florida Sports Commission and its community partners are “in the hunt” to bring World Cup Soccer back to Central Florida! The world spotlight that we experienced as a region in 1994 could shine on us once more in 2018 or 2022. Following is a community call-to-action from Sam Stark, President & CEO of the Central Florida Sports Commission. [FULL STORY]   New Healthcare Vocabulary As if we weren’t already drowning in medical jargon, says Florida Hospital’s Government & Public Affairs Division in its recent issue of Health Issues Brief, this summer’s health reform debate has spawned a brand new set of definitions for the health policy dictionary. As we have learned through the regional work of the Central Florida Partnership, language is important. [FULL STORY]   Savor and Save Orlando’s Best Restaurants at Unbeatable Prices Foodies — September is for you. Orlando Magical Dining Month, a culinary celebration for locals and visitors alike, has returned with more delectable dining options than ever. Satisfy your craving for affordable cuisine with the event that’s sure to please both your palate and your wallet. [FULL STORY]   Chamber Companies Step Forward to Support United Way’s Campaign In this time of great and growing need, chamber partners and others are stepping up in extraordinary ways to support United Way’s campaign, which kicks off later this month. [FULL STORY]   MORE HEADLINES Florida Chamber Insider States Race to the Top for Education Dollars Chamber Perk of the Month Congressional Action - Health Care Employer Assisted Housing Summit Signatures Double on U.S. Chamber Health Care Letter Published by Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce Copyright © 2009 Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce. All rights reserved. TELL A FRIEND

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