Posts by alex@nassaucountyflchamber.com
Nassau County Chamber of Commerce Announces Alexandra Wilmer as New President & CEO
Nassau County Chamber of Commerce Announces Alexandra Wilmer as New President & CEO Alexandra Wilmer has been named the new President & CEO of the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce The Nassau County Chamber of Commerce has named Alexandra Wilmer as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. A dedicated leader within the organization for…
Read More3rd Annual Opening of the Beaches Event
3rd Annual Opening of the Beaches Event Nassau County is ready to welcome summer in a big way and invites residents and visitors alike to celebrate at the annual Opening of the Beaches on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Main Beach Park in Fernandina. This FREE, family-friendly tradition transforms…
Read MoreCity of Fernandina Beach Celebrates National Arbor Day
City of Fernandina Beach Celebrates National Arbor Day The City of Fernandina Beach has been honored for the 24th consecutive year as a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation, along with receiving the Growth Award for the fifth year. These recognitions reflect the City’s ongoing commitment to excellence in urban forestry and…
Read MoreSBA North Florida District Office Announces Local Honorees for National Small Business Week 2026
SBA North Florida District Office Announces Local Honorees for National Small Business Week 2026 Jacksonville Florida— The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) North Florida District Office announced local honorees for National Small Business Week (NSBW), which will take place this year from May 3-9. Each year during NSBW, the SBA recognizes exceptional small businesses across all 50 states, as well as…
Read MoreCommissioner Wilton Simpson, Florida Forest Service Highlight Current Wildfire Conditions and Urge Residents to Be Wildfire Ready
Commissioner Wilton Simpson, Florida Forest Service Highlight Current Wildfire Conditions and Urge Residents to Be Wildfire Ready Commissioner Wilton Simpson and Florida Forest Service leadership provide an update on Florida’s wildfire conditions from Dover, Fla., April 7, 2026. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, during Florida Wildfire Awareness Week, Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson and the Florida Forest…
Read MoreOcean Alliance Launches Direct Container Service with Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT)
Ocean Alliance Launches Direct Container Service with Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) The Ocean Alliance will begin calling JAXPORT’s SSA Jacksonville Container Terminal in May 2026. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (April 8, 2026) – The Ocean Alliance is now offering direct container service connecting the Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) with key markets in Asia. Operated on a weekly basis, the Chesapeake…
Read MoreAmelia Island Parkway & Buccaneer Trail Roundabout – Nassau County Provides Phase Two Update
Amelia Island Parkway & Buccaneer Trail Roundabout – Nassau County Provides Phase Two Update The County understands that construction at the Amelia Island Parkway & Buccaneer Trail roundabout may be frustrating, especially during Phase 2. The County is actively working with local law enforcement partners and the City of Fernandina Beach to improve travel times…
Read MoreFlorida Department of Transportation to Host Transportation Industry Hiring Event in Jacksonville
Florida Department of Transportation to Host Transportation Industry Hiring Event in Jacksonville FDOT Features Employment Opportunities alongside Leading Industry Partners JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – On Wednesday, April 8, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host its third Road to Your Future Transportation Industry Hiring Event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Adam W. Herbert University…
Read MoreAmelia Island Chamber Music Festival Announces Spring Highlights
Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival Announces Spring Highlights AMELIA ISLAND, FL (April 2026) — The Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival (The “Festival”) continues its 25th Anniversary Season with three spring events designed to welcome every generation: a free, interactive family jazz concert, a rare U.S. tour appearance by international piano star Khatia Buniatishvili (sold out with a waitlist),…
Read MoreFlorida Businesses Set Record High Export Sales in 2025
Florida Businesses Set Record High Export Sales in 2025 Florida businesses exported a total of $78.9 billion in 2025—increasing by $6.4 billion (8.9%) from 2024 and $21.6 billion (37.8%) from 2018—showing record-breaking growth and making this Florida’s largest export sales year in history TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —FloridaCommerce and SelectFlorida recently announced that Florida businesses exported a total…
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