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🫶 Shaping the Future. How about Florida transplant and pro-golfer, Rory Mcllroy, winning back-to-back at the Masters? With just a one-shot difference, he won himself another green jacket. Mark your calendars for Small Business Week! Let’s come together to learn, connect, and honor the Big Bend’s thriving small businesses. In health news, we’re celebrating the progress and initiatives revitalizing rural healthcare across the state. ✨
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For our motivational Monday + 610th issue, here’s what we’ve got:
Upcoming: Big Bend Regional Small Business Week
Florida: Evolving Rural Health Care
Featured: College Cleaning Crew | Testimonials
Networking + Business Events
UPCOMING
SMALL BIZ WEEK
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🤩 43rd Big Bend Regional Small Business Week
Network with industry experts and connect with fellow entrepreneurs at the 43rd Big Bend Regional Small Business Week, May 5–7, hosted by the Florida SBDC at FAMU. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate small business success in the Big Bend region!
Kick off the Small Business Week on May 5 at 6 PM with the Opening Reception at the AC Marriott Hotel, featuring networking, industry insights, and program announcements. | Register
On May 6, starting at 9 AM, attend the Workshops and Business Exhibit Fair to gain practical strategies for cash flow management, proposal preparation, and business growth. | Register
Finally, celebrate entrepreneurship on May 7 at 11:30 AM during the Awards Luncheon, honoring outstanding businesses in categories including Rising New Start-up, Innovative Business, Small Business of the Year, and Community Partner of the Year. | Register
FLORIDA
RURAL HEALTH CARE
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⚕️ Rural Health Care in Florida is Evolving | 850
Expanding rural health access: State and federal partners are increasing efforts to improve care in historically underserved rural communities.
Partnerships, funding, and legislation: Initiatives like the FSU-Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare partnership, the Rural Renaissance Bill (SB 250), and $209M from the Rural Health Transformation program are driving growth and workforce capacity.
Innovative care delivery: Mobile clinics, telehealth services, and health tech solutions (e.g., WellConnector by Ruvos) are reducing barriers and improving access to medical, dental, optometry, and behavioral health services.
Collaboration for sustainability: Long-term improvements rely on coordinated efforts among government, nonprofits, businesses, and local communities to address financial, logistical, and awareness challenges.
FEATURED
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College Cleaning Crew | Testimonials
Hear from happy homeowners who trust College Cleaning Crew for a spotless job every time:
🌟 "They did an amazing job on our home! Such a personable team and professional! Could not recommend enough!" - Sarah Neal, 2025.
🌟 "I highly recommend College Cleaners! These are some very hard working young men. They paid attention to detail and they didn’t just clean the glass. They removed & cleaned screens and cleaned entire window including all the bugs that were trapped underneath! They did a great job for a very reasonable price and I am very pleased. If you need to sell your house or if your windows are just dirty/dingy, call these guys ASAP!" - Kristi Hill, 2025.
Trust the team homeowners love—schedule your professional cleaning today. |
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EVENTS
NETWORKING + BUSINESS
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Tuesday, Apr. 14
Professional Women's Forum by the Chamber of Commerce | Tuesday, Apr. 14 | 11 AM | Turnbull Conference Center, 555 W. Pensacola St. | Register
Individual Registration - Members: $50, Non-Members: $80
Corporate Table Registration - Members: $450, Non-Members: $650
Thursday, Apr. 16
Featured Event: April Innovations and Libations by Domi | Thursday, Apr. 16 | 5:30 PM | Domi Station, 914 Railroad Ave. | Free Reserve a Spot
Tuesday, Apr. 21
The Domi Awards 2026 | Tuesday, Apr. 21 | 5:30 PM | DEEP Brewing Company | $95 Tickets | Learn More
Tuesday to Thursday, May 5 to 7
The 43rd Big Bend Regional Small Business Week by the SBDC at FAMU | Tuesday to Thursday, May 5 to 7 | AC Hotel Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol | Sponsorship Registration | Learn More
Friday, May 15
The Big Bash Havana Nights 2026 by Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Big Bend | Friday, May 15 | 7 PM | Goodwood Museum & Gardens, 1600 Miccosukee Rd. | From $15 Tickets
The Big Bash is Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Big Bend's signature fundraising gala of the year and directly supports the agency's youth mentoring programs.
Tuesday to Wednesday, June 16 to 17
2026 AI Innovations Summit by TSC Foundation | Tuesday to Wednesday, June 16 to 17 | 12 PM | TSC Main Campus, 444 Appleyard Dr. | $86.39 Tickets
THIS WEEK
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Join us on our 111th episode this Wednesday on LinkedIn, Facebook, or YouTube, powered by JH Creative. We are excited to have Shelly Bell, VP of Workforce Development at TSC. Got questions? Join us live!
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