Division Vice Chair - Nikki Deas, Vine Communications, Inc.
This division focuses on issues of community-wide interest that impact the economics and the quality of life of Coral Gables businesses.
A) Business and Education
Andria Hanley, Coral Gables Community Foundation
Supports education, promotes academic excellence and positive awareness of our schools through programs that involve and connect students with our business community.
• Reach out to other Chamber committees and get them involved in the Business and Education
Committee
• Create a Job Shadow Day to occur annually on February 2nd (Ground Hog Day)
• Partner with businesses of the Chamber to create internships for students
• Assist in the updating of the Education Compact with MDCPS and the City
B) Cultural Affairs
Hannah Greaux, United Way of Miami-Dade
Create an awareness of the vibrant, rich, cultural & historical community in Coral Gables and reinforce the image of the City Beautiful as a cultural destination and arts-friendly community.
• Increase committee participation by at least 5 members; partner with other Chamber committees
• Create fresh and interesting programs that showcase the full cultural landscape of Coral Gables, further positioning the arts community as not only a tourism draw, but an economic engine
• Create a family-friendly event
• Educate the business community about the economic impact of the arts
C) Go Green Committee
Paul Vrooman, University of Miami
Work actively to improve our community’s quality of life by promoting actions that protect our environment. We envision an environmentally responsible, healthy and prosperous community that embraces sustainable tenets in all aspects of our lives.
• Develop a formal sub-committee for the planning of the Eco Expo
• Re-visit the monthly Green Breakfast Series and determine a suitable replacement
• Work with fellow Chambers on a Green Business Pledge – take the lead in this eff ort with our partners