Club Pilates Florence Opens

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Club Pilates, the nation’s largest premium boutique Pilates brand, will officially open its doors in Florence on April 29, 2023. An international brand, Club Pilates is a low impact, effective fitness routine loved by people of all backgrounds all over the world. These full-body workouts strengthen muscles, improve posture, and correct muscle imbalances, helping members feel their best and live life to its fullest, all while offering a low impact workout that can accommodate everybody. In anticipation of the new studio, to be located at 2001 Hoffmeyer Rd Suite B, Florence, SC 29501. Club Pilates Florence is offering 20% off the first month of membership & no enrollment fee for founding members.

The Florence location is owned and operated by Scott and Salem Parrott who are both University of South Carolina, Columbia graduates. Scott is originally from Florence, while Salem is originally from Lexington, SC. They both have a background in the electric and gas utilities industry. Scott is a Supervisor in Information Services and Salem recently stepped away from a 23-year career to manage the studio and teach Pilates. Salem has practiced Pilates for the past several years and has her Personal Training certification with American Council on Exercise. She has also received Pilates training through Club Pilates and is working towards becoming a Master Trainer.

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Tray Elite Pressure Services Holds Ribbon Cutting Celebrating Chamber Membership

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Tray Waiters, owner of Tray Elite Pressure Services becomes a member of the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce with his ribbon cutting.

Tray began his business in November of 20222 and provides pressure washing and soft washing services. Specializing in roof and gutter cleaning, along with concrete and surfaces, windows, patios, fencing.

Tray Elite Pressure Services professional and friendly team is here to make the process smooth, stress-free, and even enjoyable! You’ll be amazed at the instant transformation of your property, and the peace of mind that comes with a clean and well-maintained home.

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2nd Annual Leadership Florence Kickball For A Cause

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The Greater Florence Chamber’s Leadership Florence Class held the second annual Kickball for A Cause fundraiser at Carolina Bank Field, home of the Florence Flamingos. The event took place on Saturday, April 22nd and provided an opportunity for local companies and business leaders to compete, as well as entertainment and activities for the entire family.

The tournament was the class project for this year’s Leadership Florence cohorts. Proceeds will benefit four nonprofits: American Cancer Society, Lighthouse Ministries, CAREHouse of the Pee Dee and House of Hope.

Congrats to First Place Winners, Duke Energy, and runners up, GE Healthcare.

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Black Optix Tint Joins The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce

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Mikey and Brittany Brown, owners,  cut the ribbon at their location, 832 S Irby St Florence SC 29501.  Black Optix provides tint, audio, sound systems, off road tires, rims, camera installations, and much more of your auto restyling needs.

Mikey and Brittany became owners of Black Optix on November 22, 2022.  Black Optix Tint is a company that has been around for years, the Brown’s own a Hand car wash in the heart of Myrtle Beach and thought it would be a great idea to expand their brand. What else goes hand and hand with car washing and detailing other than your auto restyling things. So last year they decided to franchise out one of the biggest window tint auto restyling companies there is.

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Emerging Leaders Summer Institute Now Accepting Applications

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The Greater Florence Chamber is now accepting applications for the 2023 Emerging Leaders Summer Institute. Emerging Leaders is a program designed to generate professional training and development, mentorship, community engagement and recruitment opportunities.

The purpose is to identify, develop and empower “Emerging Leaders”, specifically minorities, small business owners and innovative professionals poised to move into the next level of community and business leadership.

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One Child At A Time To Host Spring Swing” Charity Fundraiser Golf Tournament

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The Golf Tournament in Florence you don’t want to miss benefiting One Child At A Time will be held on April 27th, with the shotgun start at 10am.
Sponsored by Toyota of Florence.

Join Founder and CEO Glenda Skipper as she partners with Florence Toyota at the Country Club of South Carolina to bring you Spring Swing to benefit a worthy cause saving children. HELP STOP HUMAN TRAFFICKING.

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8th Annual Flo-Town 5K Set for April 29th

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Join the City of Florence at the 8th Annual Flo-Town 5K event, April 29th beginning at 9 a.m. Walk-ups are welcome and registration starts at 8 a.m.

Registration is open!

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Fellows In Education Visit North Vista Elementary School

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On Tuesday, April 5th, the Fellows in Education class of 2022-2023 enjoyed a visit to North Vista Elementary School. Principal, Mrs. Sharon Dixon, and her staff shared the school’s mission to cultivate students of character by enhancing skills that encourage problem-solving, goal setting, and learning for a lifetime. We enjoyed visits to multiple classrooms and various student sessions.

The Fellows in Education Program is designed to improve education for students by involving local leaders in the atmosphere and experiences that our students share each day. The program seeks to create a community of leaders that can share firsthand knowledge and help collaborate with policymakers and the community on the educational concerns of the future.

Fellows In Education is a joint program between Florence School District One, The School Foundation and The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

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Junior Leadership Florence Participates In Education Day Session

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Our Junior Leadership Florence County class of 20022-2023 held their Education Day session on April 4, at Francis Marion University.

Special thanks to Leadership Florence County Program, the Florence Chamber of Commerce, FMU and Florence County 4-H for making the opportunity possible for our youth.

Free Virtual Workshop Hosted By SCORE: Trademarks – Branding Essentials for Small Business

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This free virtual event is brought to you by SCORE Grand Strand. The workshop will be held on Thursday, April 20th from 12:00 – 1:00 pm and will highlight the importance of selecting a strong business name, how to make sure the name is clear to use, and the necessary procedures for protecting your brand.

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