About the Conference
We are excited to welcome you back for our Annual Conference!
Alongside our Chair-Elect Jorge Martinez, we’ve created a dynamic program designed to deliver valuable insights and practical strategies for professionals across every industry. Inspired by this year’s theme, The Place Where It Happens, attendees will hear from industry leaders and experts on the topics shaping our region’s future, including property taxes, healthcare, hospitality, tourism, banking and finance, and much more.
Join us on August 20th–21st at the iconic Biltmore Hotel for two days of impactful conversations, meaningful networking, and ideas that will help you stay informed, connected, and ahead of what’s next. Reserve your spot today—we look forward to seeing you there!
REGISTER TO ATTEND #AC2026
Full Delegate includes Thursday Dinner & all Friday activities!
AN INSIDE LOOK
Chair-Elect | Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce
Senior Regional Communications Lead | Florida Blue
Meeting the Chair-Elect
Greetings fellow Chamber members, colleagues, and community leaders.
I’m Jorge Martinez, Senior Regional Communications Lead at Florida Blue and your incoming Chair of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce.
Mark your calendar: August 20th -21st at the historic Biltmore Hotel for our Annual Conference. This is where it will happen – literally. We’re bringing together dynamic speakers across key industries to explore our theme, “The Place Where It Happens” and chart an impactful year ahead.
Leading this Chamber isn’t just a professional honor. It’s personal. This community has shaped me, and I’m energized to partner with you to give back.
See you there.
Our Sponsors
#AC2026 Presented By:
CONTRIBUTING SPONSORS:
ALBANY HOMES CONSTRUCTION | BEST PRACTICES TITLE, LLC | DEBOWSKY DESIGN GROUP | INTERMEDIA TOUCH, INC. | THE KEYES COMPANY – CORAL GABLES OFFICE | PITA WEBER DEL PRADO | SMASH PIXEL STUDIO | VALLEY BANK
Featuring:
Mindy Baer
Communication Coach – Life Coach | Mindy Baer Coaching
Friday, August 21, 2026 | 7:30 AM
Good Morning Coral Gables
Kickoff Breakfast
Breakfast Sponsored By: 
Mindy spent years in radio, voice over, and live interviewing have shown her that so much of life comes down to how we speak and respond in real time. She work with people who want to be clear. Stop overthinking. Say what they mean, and move forward with clarity, confidence, and control. Read her full bio.
9:30 AM
Breakout Session I
What’s Next in Healthcare
Breakout Session I
What’s Next in Healthcare
10:20 AM
Breakout Session II
Putting Magic in the Magic City
Breakout Session II
Putting Magic in the Magic City
11 AM
Breakout Session III
My Bank Didn’t Approve Me, Now What?
Breakout Session III
My Bank Didn’t Approve Me, Now What?
Featuring:
Bruce Turkel
Bruce Turkel Business Solutions
Noon
Keynote Luncheon
Luncheon Sponsored By: 
Today, everyone is being pulled in so many directions they don’t know what to do next. Imagine if you could live your own life, build your own brand, and get what you want. Let Bruce Turkel show you how.
Thanks to his unique background as an advertising agency owner and performing musician, Bruce brings a new level of excitement and entertainment to the hundreds of keynote speeches he delivers. Thanks to his one-of-a-kind stage presence, Bruce is one of 235 individuals inducted into the National Speakers Association Speaker Hall of Fame.
Bruce travels the world helping leaders and companies thrive in the brave new world of unprecedented consumer expectations and increased choices. He helps his clients and audiences uncover proven, creative solutions and messaging strategies that work in a world of constant disruption.
1:50 PM
Breakout Session IV
A Conversation With Our International Partners
Breakout Session IV
A Conversation With Our International Partners
2:30 PM
Closing Session
The State of Live, Work, Play
Closing Session
The State of Live, Work, Play
