Registration prices are $125 for Walton Chamber members and $150 for non-members. Interested individuals can register for the event by visiting http://bit.ly/WACCNextBIGThing. Military and Group discounts are available. Please contact Gabrielle Woods at (850) 892-3191 or Gabrielle@WaltonAreaChamber.com for more information.
This year, event attendees will have the opportunity to hear from two keynote speakers, Linda Larsen and Michael LeSure. There will also be various TED Talk-style breakout sessions per the attendee’s selected growth track. New this year, Dale Carnegie of the Emerald Coast Instructor, David Balmer, will be facilitating a special customer service workshop sponsored by Visit South Walton, titled “Making First Impressions: Customer Service for the Frontline,” that will be taking place at Slick Lips Seafood & Oyster House located in the Village of Baytowne Wharf.
Registration and check-in begin at 8:00 a.m. with a continental breakfast in the vendor ballroom. “The Next BIG Thing” will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. with welcoming remarks from Walton Area Chamber of Commerce CEO, Megan Harrison. Lunch, provided by Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, will begin at 11:30 a.m.
Attendees are encouraged to stay until the end of the event for the $1,000 VIP door prize drawing from Silver Sands Premium Outlets. The symposium will conclude with a cocktail hour reception and exhibitor showcase sponsored by the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association for guests to network with one another and shop among local businesses.
A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available. Area businesses interested should contact Gabrielle Woods at 850-892-3191 or Gabrielle@WaltonAreaChamber.com.
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is South Walton's largest resort destination, featuring miles of pristine beaches and a number of championship golf courses, high-rise condos, rental homes and a vast array of dining, retail and entertainment options. It’s also home to 15 world-class tennis courts, 19 swimming pools, and a 113-slip marina. While the 2,400 acre property is geared for vacationing families, much of Sandestin is enjoyed by both locals and visitors to South Walton. There’s a little something for everyone.