🎙️✨Tune in to 'Change Starts With U' featuring Aubrey Robbie and Bobby Parker from Parker Gene Creative.

Hear their tips for standing out in the 40 Under 40 applications by sharing your why and your story.

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In this podcast episode, Kelly Jason, President and CEO of United Way, and Ted from the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce discuss the Chamber's mission, vision, and member benefits. They highlight community involvement, the One Hopeful Place homeless shelter, and success stories of chamber members. Key projects like Project Lead graduation, board member training, and the 40 under 40 awards are discussed. Ted shares his pride in his daughter being a 40 under 40 recipient. They emphasize collaboration, community support, and the business community's role in local government initiatives, stressing the importance of networking for business growth.

Chapters: Introduction (00:00:14) Kelly and Ted introduce themselves and discuss the upcoming conversation.

Ted's Background and Chamber of Commerce (00:00:51) Ted shares his background and the purpose of the Chamber of Commerce.

Benefits of Chamber Membership (00:02:40) Discussion on the benefits of being a member of a Chamber of Commerce.

Community Collaboration and Events (00:04:56) The importance of community events and networking opportunities hosted by the Chamber.

One Hopeful Place Initiative (00:07:38) Explanation of the Chamber's unique initiative, One Hopeful Place, a homeless shelter.

Supporting One Hopeful Place (00:10:00) Ways to support One Hopeful Place, including volunteering and financial assistance.

Success Story of Chamber Member (00:12:33) Ted shares a success story of a Chamber member's business growth due to membership.

Conclusion and Acknowledgment (00:14:15) Kelly and Ted discuss the impact of United Way's involvement in the community and the importance of collaboration.

Favorite Collaborations (00:15:07) Discussion about various collaborations and favorite projects between United Way and the Chamber of Commerce.

Community Initiatives (00:16:22) Mention of community initiatives like Project Lead and the 40 under 40 awards.

Future Developments (00:17:06) Talk about upcoming events, strategies, and significant developments in the community.

Advocacy and Support (00:19:00) Importance of community support for government decisions and the role of the business community in advocating for change.

Benefits of Chamber Membership (00:19:54) Networking opportunities and marketing benefits for Chamber members.

Appreciation and Collaboration (00:20:57) Expressions of gratitude and commitment to continued collaboration between United Way and the Chamber of Commerce.

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🌟Here is the latest episode of 'Change Starts With U' featuring Aubrey Robbie, our Director of Impact, and Briley Kennedy, our Program Coordinator!🌟

In this episode, Aubrey and Briley share heartwarming stories from our Reading Pals program, where dedicated volunteers make a huge difference in students' lives. Tune in now! 🎶✨

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🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ Join us on Change Starts With U as we chat with Catherine Card and Teri Schroeder from Okaloosa County School District. They share how partnerships with United Way Emerald Coast are improving student lives. 🏫💡 Listen now!

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This Volunteer Week, join @UFB in recognizing the power of giving back! Tune in to "Change Starts with U" as Ed Burns & Kim Cox discuss how volunteerism shapes communities in Okaloosa & Walton counties. Get inspired to make a difference! #VolunteerWeekInspiration #ChangeStartsWithU

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🎙️ Meet the voices behind our newly named podcast! Join Kelly Jasen, Marlee Tucker, and Aubrey Robbie as they share their excitement, bust some United Way myths, and explore the heart of nonprofit work. Tune in to discover how we're making a difference together.

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🌟 Our next episode of 'Change Starts With U' is here!!! Join Kelly Jasen, President & CEO, alongside two incredible guests: Karrah Young, President of Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation, and Leslie Moland, Vice President of Development of White Wilson Medical Center. Enjoy some behind-the-scenes of how each of these organizations award grants in the community and where your nonprofit might be able to partner with them!!

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🚀 Big news! Don't miss the next episode of Change Starts With U, where 👉 Gemini Fisher, 2023 Chair of the Development Cabinet, shares all about it! Learn why it's important to be involved, the history with UWEC, and why CCB supports the program. Tune in now!

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