IAC First Friday
First Friday is one of the Chamber’s most popular events. The Industry Appreciation Celebration elevates this favorite program as the kick-off event for all the IAC festivities. Join us on Sept 6, 2024, from 7:30-9 a.m for this exclusive event, open only to Bay County Chamber of Commerce Members and their guests. Click here to learn more.
IAC Awards Breakfast
The Bay County Chamber celebrates local industry contributions through the prestigious Industry Appreciation Awards Program. The Chamber recognizes companies in Bay County that have made a significant contribution to our economy through expansion, small business, innovation, manufacturing and business expansion. The Awards Breakfast will take place at FSU Panama City on September 20, 2024, at 8 a.m.
Award Applications
Newcomer
Business Expansion
Manufacturer of the Year
Small Business of the Year
Innovation Award
Sporting Clay Tournament
Challenge your friends in a friendly, our competitive Industry Sporting Clay Tournament! This event is a great opportunity to step out of the office and into the great outdoors on a challenging sporting clay course. Join us at the Bay County Shooting Range on September 27, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. Pre-registration is required.
Industry After Hours
The Industry Appreciation Celebration continues with Industry After Hours, a special edition of our popular Business After Hours event. Connect with other Chamber members while enjoying FREE food, spirits, door prizes and more at this lively evening social. Join us at Coca-Cola Bottling Company United on September 17, 2024, from 4-6 p.m. at 2825 Forester Trail, Panama City, FL 32405.
Heavy Metal Tours
Chamber members are invited to tour two prominent Bay County industries: Maritech Machine and JENSEN USA. These tours offer a behind-the-scenes look ,allowing members to learn more about the industries available in the community. Space is limited so sign up today!
Join us for an exclusive tour of Maritech Machine! This precision machine and fabrication shop serves the defense, industrial, marine, aerospace, energy and oil & gas industries.
Wednesday, September 25
10 – 11:30 am
1740 Sherman Avenue
Panama City, FL 32405
Tour JENSEN USA, a leading heavy-duty laundry manufacturer with 6 global locations. The Lynn Haven factory is one of only four worldwide and the sole factory in the USA. Take a peek inside their state-of-the-art machinery with us!
Wednesday, September 25
3 – 4:30 pm
99 Aberdeen Loop
Panama City, FL 32405
*Inside the Lynn Haven Industrial Park off of Hwy 389*
For more information on Industry Appreciation Celebration or to serve on the Task Force, please contact Elizabeth Smith at 850.215.3779 or [email protected].