Events

Wake Up, Sarasota!

Jump start your morning with Chamber business professionals at our new Wake Up, Sarasota! event held bi-monthly at various locations throughout Greater Sarasota. Enjoy a light breakfast, coffee/juice, and door prizes in a laid back atmosphere perfect for meeting your next customer or client.

Wake Up, Sarasota! is held on the third Thursday bi-monthly, making it an event that you won’t want to miss!

Power Hour Lunch

Hungry for new business? Leverage your lunch with the power of business referrals at Power Hour Lunch. At this event, each guest is invited to make an introduction to the group and pitch an elevator speech about their business.

We have a place set just for you! Let’s have lunch!

Please RSVP at least 24-hours prior to the event to save your spot.

Power Hour Lunch

Hungry for new business? Leverage your lunch with the power of business referrals at Power Hour Lunch. At this event, each guest is invited to make an introduction to the group and pitch an elevator speech about their business.

We have a place set just for you! Let’s have lunch!

Please RSVP at least 24-hours prior to the event to save your spot.

Hob Nob 2017

Join us at Hob Nob for tropical backyard luau – a member showcase featuring unique cultural experiences from Chamber member businesses. Looking to join in on the fun? Showcase your business or attend and expand your network to over 400 Sarasotans, elected and business officials.

We invite you to get your ticket and join in on the fun and get involved. How?

1.) Sponsor. Get your name out to the community and in front of our 400 attendees. Receive recognition on all Hob Nob marketing materials, signage at the event and the opportunity to do giveaways at your booth.

2.) Exhibit. Showcase your business by participating as a Food Booth, decorate your booth like the tropics, hula and all, and provide a food item. This is a great way to meet contacts and make connections.

3.) Attend. Bring your staff and connect with other attendees while enjoying complimentary food and drink from over a dozen Chamber Member Teams.

Chamber Expo (with Manatee Chamber)

With over 175 exhibitors and over 1000 attendees, Chamber Expo is a three-hour, power-packed event where you can boost your brand awareness and meet your next customers. Hosted by the Sarasota and Manatee Chambers of Commerce, Chamber Expo is the area’s largest “Business After Hours” trade show of the year.

Why Exhibit? Great opportunity to showcase your business to hundreds of business owners and decision makers from Manatee and Sarasota counties at this combined Expo and Business After Hours.

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Register before September 20 & pick your spot at Expo! DON’T DELAY – Booths will sell out!

Exhibitor Space includes an 8 – foot skirted table, two chairs, curtain backdrop and sides, identification sign, and four complimentary admissions to the event. Corner booths and sponsorships available.

Small Business Awards 2016

In its 26th year, The Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards recognizes member businesses and individuals with locally owned and operated business in six categories. Named in honor of the late Frank G. Berlin Sr., whose legacy in the community and untiring support of The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce epitomized the hopes and dreams of contemporary business entrepreneurs. We thank the Berlin Foundation for lending his name and financial support to our Small Business Awards program.

Join us on June 3rd to celebrate excellence in Small Business in the Greater Sarasota Area at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota!