Police Athletic League

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHHEFWltF8U Thompson Hinman, Executive Director of the Police Athletic League (PAL) discusses the value of the league and the benefit it offers the community. Hinman said, “PAL is a national organization dedicated to engage St. Johns County youth in a variety of sports. The league is more of a mentorship program that uses sports to […]Read More

Trudy Toche Wins National Sales Award

http://youtube.com/watch?v=4oKzNbjPdMY Trudy Toche was recently named the number one salesperson in the United States for Mary Kay. Trudy has been building her Mary Kay business for the last nineteen years while empowering and leading others. Mary Kay has over 2.4 million sales representatives in the US. In 2023 She will be launching her second business […]Read More

Lean Certification and Workforce Development: A Catalyst for Business Excellence

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, executive leaders are continually searching for strategies that not only enhance operational efficiency but also empower their workforce. Lean certification, a cornerstone of modern operational excellence, has surfaced as a key contributor to workforce development, yielding tangible results for businesses globally. In this article, we at Lean Jax, […]Read More

Leila Bedoian, Owner of The Local

Company/Organization Name: The Local – St. Augustine Member Name and Title: Leila Bedoian – Owner How long have you or your organization been a member of the Chamber? 2 years How have you, or your organization benefited from membership in the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce? I’ve established a network of connections that I […]Read More

Hastings Community Center and Library

There was genuine excitement in the air as County Commissioner Sarah Arnold welcomed the large group in attendance and Kevin Kennedy from HBM Architects presented four potential designs for the new Hastings Community Center and Library. Inspiration for the design was drawn from historical buildings, past and present, within the community. The architect obtained input […]Read More

Locally Made Roundtable

The St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce and St. Johns County will host a community roundtable for creators, manufacturers, and sellers of Locally Made products and services to gather input on how to better support these businesses and entrepreneurs. Supporting local artisans and product creators is essential for fostering economic growth and promoting unique handmade […]Read More

The Value of Apprenticeships

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSjkSufWZ34 Apprenticeships included in high school and college experiential education programs offer numerous benefits to students and employers. These programs include a structured training plan focusing on mastering specific skills an employer needs to fill an occupation within their organization, making them the perfect option for businesses looking to grow their employment base and increase […]Read More