Marco Island Chamber of Commerce

Benefits

Incorporated on November 3, 1977, the mission of the Marco Island Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote a healthy business and tourism climate in order to protect the quality of life in the community. Get INVOLVED in your Chamber of Commerce today!

About

About Marco Island

Marco Island, located at the southernmost tip of mainland Florida’s west coast. Known as the "Paradise Coast" along with Naples & The Everglades, Marco Island is the largest inhabited isle of the "Ten Thousand Islands."

Beautiful

Beautiful, friendly Marco Island. Visit us soon!

On Marco Island, with nature and art brilliantly intertwined, we have it all! Marco Island and the surrounding area in Collier County offer a wealth of cultural activities. Within the county, there are over 30 arts

Recreation

Recreation and Area Activities

So much to do in Paradise! Fishing, boating, shelling, shopping, golf, tennis, galleries, museums, and more. All of these great activities will build your appetite to enjoy the dozens of finest one-of-a-kind restaurants anywhere.

2013 Glory of the Grape - June 9, 2013 - SPONSORS NEEDED!

Submitted by Katie OHara on Tue, 04/16/2013 - 11:20am

On Sunday, June 9th, 2013 at 6:00 PM, the Marco Island Area Chamber of Commerce and the Naples Daily News/Marco Eagle will once again present The Glory of the Grape at CJ's on the Bay. This annual event combines fine wine, good food and great people!

With over 100 in attendance, the evening is a tasting of quality wines paired with heavy hors d'oeuvres, and an auction of items donated by you - our chamber businesses.

We are currently seeking donations of products or services to be included in the auction. Fun-themed gift packages will be created from the items donated. Certificates, Gift Cards, and unique items are encouraged! Affordable business sponsorships are also available beginning at $50. Donors and Sponsors will be recognized in advertising, the evening's program and during the event! (See attached Sponsor Information).

Event Tickets are just $50 per person and will go on sale beginning April 22nd at the Chamber of Commerce. Watch your mailbox for a cordial invitation and RSVP!

2013 Board of Directors - Marco Island Area Chamber of Commerce

Submitted by Katie OHara on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 2:07pm

From L-R TOP ROW:
2013 President, Nancy Carrington - Owner/Operator of Marco Island Florist
Past President, Joyce McFarland - Owner/Operator of Marco Island Clothing Company
President-Elect, Jacquie Koon - Owner/Operator of CJ's on the Bay
Treasurer, Kristi Willems - First National Bank of the Gulf Coast
Secretary, Desiree Buhelos - Owner/Operator of The Boat House Motel

Alan C. Brown - Owner/Operator - Royal Lawn & Landscaping/Marco Island Gardeners
Bruce Gear - Owner/Operator - Gear Promotions
Tiffany Homuth - President, Mutual of Omaha Bank Marco Island
David Hyatt - Co-Owner - Marco Surveying & Mapping
Rick Locastro - COO, Physicians Regional Medical Center - Collier Campus

Patrick Neale - President, Patrick Neale & Associates
Alex Parker - Presdient, AP Builders
Rick Popoff - Owner/Operator - Rick's Island Salon & Day Spa
Mary Quinton - Naples Daily News Community Outreach Manager
Jada Shigley - Dir. of Reservations, Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort & Spa

Richard Shanahan - Prudential Realty of Florida
Richard Shanahan - Owner/Operator - Gem Remotes
Val Simon - Owner/Publisher - Coastal Breeze News

Chamber of Commerce Staff:

BEACH CLEANUP - This Sunday, May 19th!

Submitted by Katie OHara on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 12:46pm

Please join us this Sunday, May 19th at 8:00 AM at the South Beach Boardwalk for a BEACH CLEAN UP!

No experience necessary! Bring the kids - teach them the importance of stewardship of our beautiful natural resources!

Gloves, trash bags and water provided. Wear your beachwalking clothes, sunscreen and a hat.

SEE YOU ON THE BEACH!

MAY After Five at CJs - Barbeque on the Bay on Wednesday, May 22nd

Submitted by Katie OHara on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 4:23pm

Join us on Wednesday, May 22nd for our Monthly "After Five" Networking event at CJ's on the Bay.

This event will feature the presentation of our 2013 Leadership Marco Scholarship Awards to be given to deserving local High School Seniors.

ALL are welcome to attend the Scholarship Celebration and "Barbeque on the Bay"! Chamber Members: $5, Non-Members: $10, President's Club Members: Free!

See you on the 22nd for what is sure to be a great time!