Chamber SOUTH

ChamberSOUTH Speaks Luncheon!

Join us on Thursday, August 20th at 11:30 AM at Fogo de Chao in Dadeland. This month’s spotlight features Rodrigo A. Ferrando with The G Law Firm

💼 Network with fellow professionals, enjoy speed introductions, and connect over lunch.

📍 Location: FOGO DE CHAO DADELAND 8815 SW 72nd PI, Miami, FL 33156
💲 $45 Members | $55 Non-Members
⚠️ Online paid registration required — no onsite registration.

Reserve your spot today using the link ⬇️

https://members.chambersouth.com/events/details/11-30am-chambersouth-speaks-featuring-rodrigo-a-ferrando-with-the-g-law-firm-13640?calendarMonth=2026-08-01

🎉We’re proud to welcome Veridian Accountants & Advisors to the ChamberSOUTH community! 🎉

Based in South Florida, Veridian provides accounting, tax, assurance, and advisory services to businesses, individuals, family offices, and nonprofit organizations. The firm is built on trusted relationships, responsive service, and practical guidance tailored to each client’s unique needs. With over 100 years of combined experience in public accounting, its Partners embody a legacy of expertise, trust, and professionalism. Welcome, Veridian Accountants & Advisors – we’re excited to support you!

Use the link below to visit their website.

https://veridiancpas.com

🏡 Know Your Rights. Protect Your Property. Stay Informed.

Join the Value Adjustment Board & Property Fraud Alert Outreach Meetings to learn how to challenge property assessment or exemption decisions, protect your home from fraud, and get answers to your questions from local experts.

Hosted by Juan Fernandez-Barquin, Miami-Dade Clerk of the Court & Comptroller, and Senator Rene Garcia, these free community outreach sessions are coming to locations throughout Miami-Dade County.

📍 Upcoming Locations:
• North Miami-Dade – August 12
• Central Miami-Dade (West) – August 19
• Central Miami-Dade (East) – August 26
• South Miami-Dade – September 2
• West Miami-Dade – September 9

🕡 All sessions: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Scan the QR code on the flyer for locations and additional information. We look forward to seeing you there!

🏆 Celebrate the Difference Makers in Our Community! 🏆

Do you know someone whose dedication, leadership, and service have made a lasting impact on South Miami-Dade? Now is your chance to recognize them!

ChamberSOUTH is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Community Impact Awards, honoring outstanding individuals who have gone above and beyond in service to our community.

🌟 Awards Include:
🏅 L. Russell Norton Community Service Award – Recognizing exceptional dedication to community service.
🏅 Steven J. Cranman Professional Public Service Award – Honoring a public servant whose leadership and innovation have created a meaningful and lasting impact.

The recipients will be recognized at this year’s Chairman’s Gala on September 25, 2026.

📅 Nomination Deadline: August 28, 2026

Submit your nomination today using the link ⬇️

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0fnRbFzmVsirnzBijXa4XTCKnPvkshoQmlwaKYZ2BRLOWDQ/viewform?usp=header

📚 Education Matters.

Join ChamberSOUTH for our August Luncheon -- Education Matters: Shaping Our Future.

We’re honored to welcome Madeline Pumariega, President of Miami Dade College, as our featured speaker, with Sheli Muñiz, NBC 6 News Anchor, serving as moderator. Together, they’ll explore the opportunities, challenges, and innovations shaping tomorrow’s workforce and our community.

🤝 Connect with fellow business leaders, expand your network, and gain valuable insights into one of the most important topics impacting our region.

🗓 Wednesday, August 19
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 AC Hotel Miami Dadeland – 2nd Floor Ballroom
💲 Members: $70 | Non-Members: $90

Reserve your seat today using the link ⬇️

https://members.chambersouth.com/events/details/11-30am-chambersouth-luncheon-education-matters-shaping-our-future-13830?calendarMonth=2026-08-01

We look forward to seeing you there!

🎉We’re proud to welcome Eric Firestone, LLC to the ChamberSOUTH community!🎉

Real estate is one of life’s most meaningful transitions. The stakes are high, the information can be overwhelming, and the emotional weight is often underestimated. Eric Firestone’s role is to bring clarity where there is complexity and composure where there could be chaos, ensuring every decision is intentional, informed, and aligned with your long-term objectives. Before real estate, Eric spent nearly two decades building award-winning choral programs, leading diverse personalities toward a unified performance under pressure. That foundation continues to shape his work today. Success is rarely accidental. It is prepared. Sequenced. Calibrated. And executed with discipline. Welcome, Eric Firestone, LLC – we’re excited to have you in our network and can’t wait to see the impact you make in our community!

Use the link below to visit their website.

https://ericfirestonerealestate.com

📢 Have a voice in Miami-Dade County’s budget!

The Miami-Dade County Office of the Mayor invites Chambers of Commerce, community-based organizations, and arts & culture organizations to participate in a Virtual Budget Town Hall with Mayor Daniella Levine Cava.

💬 Learn more about the county budget, share your priorities, and get involved in the conversation.

📅 Wednesday, August 12, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
💻 Virtual Event

🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/2026chamberstownhall

LAST CALL!!

🚔 Join Miami’s Community News for an Exclusive Breakfast with Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz!

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear directly from Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz as she discusses leadership, public safety, and her vision for keeping our community safe through service.

Hosted by Miami’s Community News and proudly sponsored by DCFCU, this private breakfast offers an opportunity for community leaders, business professionals, and residents to connect and engage in meaningful conversation.

📅 Tuesday, August 11, 2026
🕢 7:30 AM
📍 CasaCuba
5859 SW 73rd Street, South Miami, FL 33143

⚠️ Space is limited so register now using the link ⬇️

https://members.chambersouth.com/events/details/7-30am-breakfast-featuring-rosie-cordero-stutz-miami-dade-sheriff-hosted-by-miami-s-community-news-14511?calendarMonth=2026-08-01

🌴✨ Save the Date! ✨🌴

Get ready for one of ChamberSOUTH’s signature events of the year! Join us for our Chairman’s Reception: Havana Nights Celebration—an unforgettable evening inspired by the vibrant spirit, culture, and energy of Havana.

Enjoy an evening of networking, celebration, and community as we come together to recognize another incredible year of growth and success.

📅 Friday, September 25
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Miami Marriott Dadeland
9090 S. Dadeland Blvd., Miami, FL 33156

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎉🇨🇺

Use the link in our bio to register and see our various sponsorship opportunities.

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LAST CALL!!

📢 Make the Most of Your ChamberSOUTH Investment!

Looking to get more involved, grow your network, and maximize your Chamber membership? Join us for this complimentary member session to learn about ChamberSOUTH’s committees, sponsorship opportunities, networking tips, and the many ways you can become an active part of our business community.

📅 Tuesday, August 11
🕟 4:30 PM
📍 6410 SW 80th St., South Miami, FL 33143

Reserve your spot today using the link ⬇️

https://members.chambersouth.com/events/details/4-30pm-chambersouth-making-the-most-of-your-chambersouth-investment-13971?calendarMonth=2026-08-01