Flagler Schools Meltdown: Colleen Conklin Texts
“THIS DISTRICT COMPLETELY SUCKS” “We treat kids and teachers like shit…” “I am sorry to say you have not only lost my support but my confidence in leading our district.”….
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Flagler Real Estate Has Slowest Month in 2 ½ Years
January 2023’s “total dollar volume of sales” of $63m is lowest since May 2020 An analysis of local real estate data by the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce shows….
Flagler County’s Unemployment Jumps to 3.2%
Seasonal/temporary jobs ending cited for increase Flagler County’s unemployment rate increased a half-of-a-percentage point to 3.2%, according to the January 2022 data release from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity…..
RAIN DELAYED: Small Biz Expo Postponed to Sat., April 29th
Due to expected thunderstorms and strong winds on Saturday, March 18, 2023, the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce has made the difficult decision to postpone the 2nd Annual Small….
TICKETS: Future of Flagler Forum (F3) on 4/19/23
The 2023 Future of Flagler Forum (F3), presented by Smart Technologies, features a conversation with local government executives, business and community leaders. Join the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber for lunch and….
March 22 Business After Hours @ Honey Baked Ham
Join the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber as we welcome Honey Baked Ham Company’s new owners, Donald and Jimmy, at our March 22nd Business After Hours event. This event is completely….
Junior Chamber Tours AdventHealth Simulation Center
The Junior Chamber of Commerce (JCC) recently partnered with AdventHealth Palm Coast to host a tour for local students at their Simulation Center, a facility designed to help train future….
INVITATION: 10-Year Celebration w/ Palm Coast and the Beaches Real Estate
On Sunday, April 2, 2023, Catherine “Cat” Evans, Broker & Owner of Palm Coast And The Beaches Real Estate, and her team will celebrate their 10-year anniversary. “10 years is….
ALL ABOARD: Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting on Thurs, 3/16
Celebrate the Grand Opening of All Aboard Storage Palm Coast with the Chamber as we welcome Flagler County’s newest company! All Aboard Storage is providing food, drinks and giveaways for….
Junior Chamber Partners with AdventHealth on Sim Center Tour on Monday (3-13-23)
The Junior Chamber of Commerce (JCC) is hosting a tour of AdventHealth Palm Coast’s Simulation Center/Labs on Monday, March 13, 2023 from 3-4 p.m. Students at Flagler Palm Coast (FPC)….
Alzheimer Association Partners with Halifax Health Continuing Care
Our Chamber partners at Halifax Health Continuing Care have partnered with the Alzheimer’s Association to provide support and services to Flagler County residents at three upcoming events. Please see the….
WNZF NewsRadio Highlights Hispanic Business Alliance
WNZF NewsRadio’s Morning News highlighted the Chamber’s recent announcement of the creation of the Hispanic Business Alliance (“La Alianza”). Click the player below to hear more.
March 2nd: Rural Tech Talk Roundtable @ FL Ag Museum
Charter Communications/Spectrum is inviting Flagler County business leaders to a special event at the Florida Agricultural Museum on Thursday, March 2nd: Since our inception in 2020, the Chamber has supported….
KICKOFF EVENT: Hispanic Business Alliance (La Alianza)
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Hispanic Business Alliance is hosting a kickoff event at the Latino Market & Bakery on Tuesday, March 7th, 2023, from 4-6p. Attendance is….
Chamber Launches Hispanic Business Alliance
Vision: Building and Strengthening Flagler County’s Hispanic Community and Businesses The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce today announced the creation of the Hispanic Business Alliance to serve the needs….
Chamber Joins City, County at FPL Economic Development Conference
Each year, for the past 10 years, Florida Power & Light (FPL) has hosted an invitation-only conference with site selectors, economic development leaders and state agencies to strengthen economic development….
Flagler County Real Estate Continues Cooldown
Prices Continue to Rise, Despite Fewer Homes Being Sold An analysis of local real estate data by the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce shows Flagler County’s real estate market….
CEO Roundtable Hosts Economic Development Forum, Tours Airport
In late-January, the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce’s CEO Roundtable hosted an Economic Development Forum and toured available economic development sites at the Flagler Executive Airport. A special thank….
Flagler Unemployment Rate Drops in December 2022
Surprising Winter Half-Point Reduction Highlights Strong State, Local Economy Flagler County’s unemployment rate dropped a half of a percentage point to 2.7%, according to the December 2022 data release from….
2023 Flagler County Economic Outlook Luncheon
Florida State University Economics Professor Dr. Jerry Parrish is making a special visit to Palm Coast to provide his economic outlook for both Flagler County and Florida. With economic uncertainty….
Waste Pro, Junior Chamber Team Up Again to Cleanup Flagler County
The Chamber’s 501(c)3 non-profit education foundation, the Junior Chamber of Commerce, partnered again with Waste Pro on a community cleanup on Saturday, January 14, 2023. Waste Pro helped support local….
Early Risers Kickoff 2023 @ Coffee & Connections Networking Event
Dozens of Chamber members and local business leaders descended on Lohman Funeral Homes on Palm Coast Pkwy on Tuesday, January 10th for our first networking event of 2023: Coffee &….
“Standing O” for Chamber Member Khanh-Lien Banko
The Palm Coast Observer honored Chamber CEO Roundtable Member Khanh-Lien Banko (Pierson Fern & Greens) with one of their “Standing O” features, which highlight community leaders who go above the….
Chamber Recaps Positive 2022 and Previews 2023 in WNZF NewsRadio Report
WNZF NewsRadio recently interviewed Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Greg Blose about his takeaways from 2022 and what the Chamber sees as lying ahead in 2023…..
WNZF NewsRadio Highlights Chamber’s Real Estate Analysis
Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Greg Blose recently shared the Chamber’s analysis of the housing market, which indicates a “cooling trend” in Flagler County. Listen to….
Jan 30th: 2023 State of Flagler County Tourism
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches Tourism Development Office and Flagler County Government to host the 2023 State….
Flagler Real Estate Market Cools, But Prices Still Up
An interesting trend has developed over the past few months in Flagler County real estate. Sales prices are still up, but the volume of total real estate sales has declined….
Chamber Economic Analysis Featured on WNZF NewsRadio
WNZF NewsRadio’s Morning News featured the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber’s economic analysis of the latest Flagler County unemployment numbers. Chamber President & CEO Greg Blose shared what the latest data….
Chamber Presents Legislative Priorities to Speaker Renner, Senator Hutson
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber attended and participated in the Flagler Legislative Delegation Meeting on Monday, December 19th. The once-per-year meeting is an opportunity for community leaders to present directly….
Chamber Shares Economic Insights on WNZF NewsRadio
Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Greg Blose made a guest appearance on WNZF NewsRadio’s popular Free For All Friday radio show. Click below to listen to….
Flagler Unemployment Rate Holds Steady
Year-over-year data shows positive local economic growth Flagler County’s unemployment rate remained stable at 3.2%, according to the November 2022 data release from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. “I’m….
Small Business Workshop: Building a Trusting Team
Reserve your ticket now for Dr. Maria Dowling’s presentation, “Building a Trusting Team.” This FREE, grant-funded workshop designed for business leaders in Flagler County will provide expert advice on how….
January 10: Chamber Coffee & Connections
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting our monthly Coffee & Connections event on Tuesday, January 10th from 8-9 a.m. Meet new contacts and strengthen relationships with already….
Chamber 101: Member Orientation Lunch & Speed Networking (12-8-22)
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber is hosting a Chamber 101 membership orientation lunch at the Palm Coast Community Center (Hometown Room) on Thursday, December 8, 2022, from 12-1 p.m. Immediately….
Chamber Honors News-Journal’s “Women In Business” Honorees
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce congratulates the following Chamber Members for their recognition at the Daytona Beach News-Journal’s Women In Business event. Diane A. Vidal, ESQ, Chiumento Law….
Chamber Partners with PWFC on Holiday Gala
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the Professional Women of Flagler County (PWFC) for their annual Holiday Gala, which will be held on Thursday, December 8,….
Flagler Real Estate Report (October 2022)
October 2022’s Flagler County Real Estate shows the “prices are up, sales are down” trend continue. Below is the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce October 2022 Flagler County Real….
Dec. 15: “Understanding Generational Differences” Lunch Seminar
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber welcomes Dr. Maria Dowling, who will present her “Understanding Generational Differences” seminar at the December 15, 2022, Small Business Lunch Seminar event. Explore the different….
Flagler County’s Unemployment Rate Increases to 3.2%
Hurricane Ian Had Minimal Impact on Local Jobs Flagler County’s unemployment rate increased from 3% in September 2022 to 3.2%, according to the October 2022 data release from the Florida….
2022 General Election Analysis Video
Chamber President & CEO Greg Blose provides the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber’s 2022 General Election Report. This video was recorded on Wednesday, November 16, 2022.
October 2022 Economic Analysis Video
Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Greg Blose presents the October 2022 Economic Analysis for Florida and Flagler County. *Please note, if you are watching this video….
Hurricane Nicole Thursday Morning Briefing (11-10-22)
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber participated in the morning briefing with the Flagler Emergency Management Department this morning (11-10-22). Below are the important updates Flagler County residents and business leaders….
Hurricane Nicole: Wednesday Evening (11-9-22) Update
Nicole is officially a hurricane and is expected to make landfall in South Florida overnight. The worst impacts from Hurricane Nicole are expected to occur in Flagler County early Thursday….
2022 General Election Results (unofficial)
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber is pleased to present our 2022 General Election Results Report. The election results are unofficial, but the Chamber is calling all races in favor of….
Workers’ Comp Rates to Decline 8.4% in 2023
Yesterday, the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation approved a statewide average workers’ compensation rate decrease of 8.4 percent. The rate decrease takes effect for new and renewal workers’ compensation insurance….
Tropical Storm Nicole, Tues, Nov 8 Briefing
Flagler County Businesses: The Chamber participated in the Flagler County Emergency Operations Center briefing this morning. Here’s the latest on what to expect: We continue to encourage you to visit the….
Chamber backs half-cent tax renewal for schools
The Palm Coast Observer recently published the Chamber’s Letter to the Editor regarding our support for the renewal of the Half-Cent Sales Tax for Flagler Schools. Read the letter below:….
Flagler Real Estate Report: Sales Down, Prices Up
Here’s how Flagler County Real Estate is reacting in the face of national recession news. Prices are up, but sales are down. Below is the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of….
EVOLVE Magazine: Is Clean Energy Good for Business?
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce closely monitors and analyzes local metrics to make ensure our community is prepared for the future. Consider that by 2030, Flagler County may….
Flagler County, Palm Coast Outshine Region on Park Space
It’s either what draws people here or what existing residents LOVE about our area: the massive amounts of open space and parks we have in Flagler County, Florida. When you….