April, 2013 – Installation Gala for the 2013-2014 Chairman and Board Members

Installation Gala for the 2013-2014 Chairman and Board Members of the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce to be held at International Polo Club on Friday, April 26,2013
Wellington, FL – The Annual Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce Installation Gala, “A Diamond Affair, celebrating 100 years from Cane to Coral” will be held Friday, April 26th in Wellington at the International Polo Club of Palm Beach at 6pm. “We are very excited to be celebrating our first complete year as a newly formed chamber and 100 years of history with our businesses and our communities of Central Palm Beach County. We are so proud of all that has been accomplished since are merger last year and the chamber’s rich history” stated Jaene Miranda CEO of the Chamber. “Our members look forward each year to this event and it would not be possible without the support of partners like our presenting sponsor Mercantil Commercebank”. The merger last year, brought two chambers together as one, The Palms West Chamber established 30 years ago this year, and the Greater Lake Worth Chamber which is celebrating a 100 years and was instrumental in forming the City of Lake Worth. This event will not only be an anniversary celebration but will feature the installation of the 2013-2014 Chamber officers and directors. The ceremonial gavel will be passed from current chairman, Dr. Jeffrey Bishop, who has served this past year, to the new Chairman, Francisco J. Gonzalez of Gonzalez and Shenkmen P.L. “It has been an honor to serve as the Chairman for the CPBCCC” says Bishop. “We have accomplished many projects and have had many successful fund raising events. The joining of the Lake Worth Chamber and Palms West has proven to be very beneficial for all the communities involved. Certainly in the past year the Medical community has had significant exposure with the many mixers. I will be there to help Frank Gonzalez in his transition as the new Chairman”. Gonzalez, a resident of Wellington provides experienced legal representation in the areas of commercial and residential real estate and business law. “It is a privilege to be stepping into the role of Chairman of the Chamber organization.  In these trying economic times, it’s vital to have an organization such as our Chamber as an advocate for our business community members.  I am committed to making Central Palm Beach County not only a place where existing businesses can thrive and grow but one that attracts new complimentary industries and employment centers.  I look forward to meeting the challenges ahead” says the soon to be appointed Gonzalez. He is a Trustee and Board Member of the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce. He is the Vice-Chair of the Economic Development Task Force charged with promoting and facilitating business expansion in the Central Palm Beach County area. Mr. Gonzalez is also a graduate of Leadership West Palm Beach, served on the Board of Junior Achievement of The Palm Beaches, Inc. for over 10 years and a coach of basketball for the Wellington Recreation program. He and his wife Christina have three sons, Nicholas, Nathan and Daniel. They are very active in the community of Wellington where they have lived since 1997.
Don’t miss this extraordinary night of recognition and festivities. The evening will start off with a cocktail reception, followed by an elegant dinner, silent auction, live auction, the installation of the board and dancing the night away. Tickets are $125 for members and $175 for non-members. To purchase tickets go to www.cpbchamber.com or call 561-790-6200.
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