Category Archives: General Announcements

Corbett Named Banker of the Year by FBA

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Bob Gernert

  Banker of the Year The Florida Bankers Association is meeting in Palm Beach and “Celebrating 125 years of Banking Excellence.” One particular highlight of note to the Winter Haven business community was John Corbett’s selection as Banker of the … Continue reading →

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Petr Named CFDC President

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Bob Gernert

Leaving Winter Haven EDC Position Greg Littleton with Citizens Bank and Trust has led the team searching for the Central Florida Development Council’s new President.  After careful consideration from a short list of four candidates, he has announced David Petr … Continue reading →

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TECO to Acquire New Mexico Gas Company

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Bob Gernert

  TAMPA, Fla. (May 28, 2013) — TECO Energy, Inc. (NYSE:TE) today reported that it has entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement with Continental Energy Systems LLC, and its subsidiary New MexicoGas Intermediate, Inc. (NMGI), to acquire New Mexico … Continue reading →

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6/10 Corporation Announces Executive Leadership

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Bob Gernert

Carl J. Strang, III named chief executive officer, Kerry Wilson appointed president Winter Haven, FL. (May 16, 2013) – The 6/10 Corporation (www.610corp.net) board of directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Kerry Wilson as president of the company … Continue reading →

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School Board Announces Finalists Meet & Greet

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Bob Gernert

Polk County School Board Invites Public to Attend Meet and Greets Scheduled for Final Three Superintendent Candidates BARTOW, FL (May 2, 2013) Starting next week, the Polk County School Board will host several “Meet and Greets” that will provide members … Continue reading →

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75+ Jobs at New Golden Corral

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Bob Gernert

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill will hold a ground breaking event for its newest restaurant, which is about to begin construction in Winter Haven. Members of the general public are cordially invited to attend the groundbreaking event, which will take … Continue reading →

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Blue Danube Adventure – Nine Days/Seven Nights!

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Bob Gernert

The Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to consider a nine day, seven night Blue Danube Adventure. The travel dates are October 27 to November 4, 2013 and the Lakeland … Continue reading →

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Chain of Lakes Forum for Leadership: May 10 at Polk State

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Bob Gernert

The Winter Haven Chamber Foundation is proud to partner with Polk State College in presenting the inaugural Chain of Lakes Forum for Leadership. The day-long forum will feature Bill Graham – an engaging keynote speaker and valuable training lecturer. He challenges … Continue reading →

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New Home for Humane Society

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Bob Gernert

The Humane Society of Polk County has purchased the property located at 3195 Dundee Road just around the  corner from their current location. The 11,000 square foot facility on five acres of land nearly replicates the plans they had for … Continue reading →

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Graduate Polk … Taking Care of Unfinished Business …

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Bob Gernert

Help Make a better workforce for our county … and your business! Graduate Polk, an initiative to increase college completion rates in the Lakeland/Winter Haven metro area, is being coordinated by Polk Vision and chair Dr. Naomi Boyer. In the … Continue reading →

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